Cardington-Lincoln Public Library: Picture Books: March 2026

Now available on our shelves or on the Libby app...

Watch Out for the Lion!
by Brooke Hartman

Warning readers who dare to open the book that there is a lion hiding inside, this surprising story helps them discover what is really lurking in the pages of this interactive adventure.

Go and Get with Rex: (An Alphabet Game Story and Creative Letter Hunt Book for Reading Readiness for Kids Ages 4-8)
by David Larochelle

Jack, Jill, and Rex are excited to play a game of Go and Get! The rules are simple: on the count of three, each player must go and get something that begins with a certain letter. While Jack's and Jill's picks always fit the bill (What starts with F? Frog! Fish!), Rex keeps getting it wrong (a duck?)--or does he? David LaRochelle and Mike Wohnoutka share a laugh-out-loud primer on subverting expectations that will have readers clamoring to play Go and Get themselves--and competing to see who can come up with the most creative answers--

Orange Pear Apple Bear
by Emily Gravett

In only five words -- four of which are in the title -- Kate Greenaway Medalist Emily Gravett presents a delightful picture book that is simple and stunning (The Guardian), and daring, original, and a joy (Sunday Times, London).

Up, Up, Up, Down!
by Kimberly Gee

Follow an energetic toddler's day with Dad that's full of opposites - up and down, make and break, yum and yuck, and more. From his first demand to be picked up and then immediately put down, opposites pop up all day long for this energetic boy. Breakfast is no, no, no, yes! At the sandbox, it's make, make, make, break! And jumping into the pool goes from can't, can't, can't, to can! Kimberly Gee's expressive illustrations emphasize the loving connection between a boy and his father in this clever concept book about everyday highs and lows that is sure to entertain little (and big!) members of the family.

Ramadan Rain
by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow

Haneen and her Momma celebrate Eid and the end of Ramadan with prayers made on a rainy day-- Provided by publisher.

Kayla and Kugel's Super Sweet Rosh Hashanah
by Ann D. Koffsky

Bright, expressive...Fans of Kayla and Kugel, as well as libraries looking for basic Rosh Hashanah picture books for the youngest readers, may welcome this new addition. -School Library JournalIn this sixth book of the popular series, Kayla and her mischievous dog Kugel prepare for Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. They gather the apples, honey, and challah needed for dinner. Oh no! Kugel is covered in honey! He makes a wet mess while splashing splashes in the pond that Kayla will throw breadcrumbs into later in a ritual called taschlich, and howls along as Kayla and her father practice blowing the shofar. It's all okay. Rosh Hashanah is a time to promise to try to do better in the year ahead.This series provides an accessible entrance for young children to learn about the Jewish holidays, with bright and fun illustrations and simple language.

The Beautiful Layers of Me
by Sophia Payne

Ameena can't wait for her auntie's Nikah. She's never been to a wedding, and today there is one in her own garden! After putting on the salwar kameez that Babu gave her, with its soft layers of floaty fabric, she feels like a princess, skipping down the garden path. Oh wow! comes a friendly voice over the fence. I wish I had pajamas like that! Suddenly Ameena, her cheeks hot, starts to wonder: should she wear something else?--Provided by publisher.

Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!