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Picture Books and Early Chapters March 2026 |
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Leaf Thief: 1, 2, 3, Can You Count Along?
by Alice Hemming
Squirrel and Bird are following some mysterious noises--young readers can guess what they'll find, and lift the flap to count how many. Follow them around their sunny woodland and lift the paper flaps to discover a woodpecker, butterflies, mice, flowers, and of course Squirrel's favorite--leaves! Following up on the fabulous NYT Bestseller success of the Leaf Thief books, this is a fun lift-the-flap exploration of numbers with a sense of humor perfect for the youngest readers!
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Animal Adventures: Day in the Bay
by Fiona Craig
Explore the wonders of the seashore in this vibrant board book filled with real animal photography and playful rhyming text--perfect for beach-loving babies and toddlers and their grownups. From sunrise to sunset, Animal Adventures: Day in the Bay introduces curious little readers to the daily lives of coastal creatures--crabs, seagulls, seals, and more--through captivating photographs and gentle, rhythmic storytelling. As they follow the animals' activities from morning to night, children also begin to learn about time, nature, and everyday routines. Part of the beloved Animal Adventures series, this book encourages early learning while celebrating the beauty of the natural world.
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I Am a Big Fish!: Ready-To-Read Level 1
by Susie Lee Jin
A little fish has a big surprise in this excellent...wholly gratifying Level 1 Ready-to-Read story about an underdog under the sea! The little fish says it is really a big fish. The other fish and sea creatures do not believe the little fish! Then, when they are in danger, the little fish shows just how big it really can be!
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Pete the Kitty and the Beanstalk
by James Dean
Join Pete the Kitty on a journey up the beanstalk in this My First I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling team Kimberly and James Dean. Once upon a time, a kitty named Pete and his friend Callie climbed a beanstalk as tall as the sky. At the top, they heard Fe! Fi! Fo! Fum! But where are the sounds are coming from? Beginner readers will love this new Pete-tastic spin on the beloved fairy tale Jack and the Beanstalk!
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I'm So Happy You're Here: A Celebration of Library Joy
by Mychal Threets
Dubbed the Internet's librarian-- and now host of the relaunched Reading Rainbow -- Mychal Threets invites all to take a look and find themselves at the library. Perfect for little readers who are regular visitors and those who might be stepping into the stacks for the first time. Welcome to the library It's a place just for you There are activities, movies, games, and SO. MANY. STORIES. Best of all, it's a place where you will always belong. Take a tour of the library with the internet's favorite librarian, Mychal Threets This heartwarming debut picture book from Mychal extends an invitation to anyone who could use a little library joy and a reminder that libraries are for everyone.
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Leave Me Alone!: A Good Inside Story about Deeply Feeling Kids
by Becky Kennedy
Nothing makes Pia happier than playing secret agents with her brother, Charlie. Until . . . an unexpected stumble . . . Did she just ruin the game?! Her body freezes. Her heart pounds. All the feelings in her body start bubbling up, and she explodes. Pia is a Deeply Feeling Kid (DFK). DFKs experience emotions with intensity. Their big reactions to seemingly small events can feel sudden and overwhelming, and attempts to help them often backfire. These are the kids who seem tough and prickly on the outside . . . yet underneath, they’re scared and overwhelmed, struggling to manage feelings that seem too big for their bodies. Parenting a DFK can feel like walking on eggshells―never sure what might set things off, always bracing for the next explosion. Dr. Becky has created an approach that helps caregivers stay sturdy, build connection, and become the safe base their kid needs―even in the hardest moments.
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Houdini's Library: How Books Created the World's Greatest Magician
by Barb Rosenstock
A fresh and fascinating picture book biography about the iconic magician Harry Houdini, an avid book collector who lived and breathed the idea that books are magic. Houdini is the world's most beloved magician, and he became famous for all of the amazing tricks he accomplished. Houdini knew just how to captivate his audience, whether it was leaping from a bridge or freeing himself from a straitjacket. But in true magician's fashion, he kept a secret so great that not many people knew about, and that was his love for books! As a young boy in Budapest, Harry learned to read at his father's knee. After the family emigrated to America, Harry grew up to be the amazing Houdini--but never lost his love of reading. He spent the rest of his life collecting all kinds of rare and unusual books, almost entirely about magic.
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A Year of Kites: Traditions Around the World
by Monisha Bajaj
In this inviting and informative picture book, travel the globe and learn how kites are flown to honor gods and ancestors, bring good fortune, celebrate milestones, and join communities together. Kites fly high across the sky, around the world, all through the year. Kites have been flown for nearly 3,000 years by people all over the world. In A Year of Kites, take a journey through kite-flying festivals in countries from Greece to New Zealand, from South Africa to Japan. Discover how kids fly kites in twelve unique places and be inspired by the beautiful kites that have captivated people across cultures and throughout history. With warm and well-researched text from debut author Monisha Bajaj and vivid, sweeping art from New York Times bestselling illustrator Amber Ren, this colorful and inviting picture book celebrates the diversity of our world and the connections we share.
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Marty Moose: First Class Mischief
by Claire Powell
A roller coaster of a book loaded with mayhem, wordplay, burps and farts, and onomatopoeia that will keep readers tuned in and laughing out loud. Who knew delivering the mail could be so perilous? A silly, mischievous story of independence, self-confidence, bravery, and friendship. Just because you're small doesn't mean you can't be brave. That's the advice Great-Aunt Ada gives Marty Moose for his first day on the job as a mailmouse for the Little Ditch Post Office. With his mailbag in hand, Marty is ready to follow in her footsteps, but filling them proves difficult even with the help of a scrappy and energetic bunny named Nibbles. When a pair of pesky neighbors prevents him from delivering his last package, Marty and his new friend Nibbles must figure out together how to finish the job, even if that means breaking the rules. With lively, funny, and characterful illustrations and a charming narrative voice, this series first is just right for newly confident readers.
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Selena the Sunflower (Dragon Girls #19)
by Maddy Mara
We are Dragon Girls -- hear us roar! Selena and her friends Charlotte and Layla are shocked to discover they are all Flower Dragons. They have been called to the Magic Forest because each girl has special talents this unusual place needs to survive. Selena is a Sunflower Dragon--she has traded her human form for powerful wings, glittering scales, and a roar that shakes the ground.As a Dragon Girl, she must help break the evil spell that the Fury Queen has cast over the Magic Forest. The forest's animals are deep in a sleep they can't wake up from, unless the Flower Dragons can collect all the ingredients for a special perfume. Selena's hope glows as bright as the tallest sunflower and she's determined to lead her friends to success.
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Dwight Foster Public Library 209 Merchants Ave., Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin 53538 (920) 563-7790 Social Media: @dwightfosterpubliclibrary
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