Picture Books October 2025
Recent Releases
A Snow Day for Amos McGee
by Philip C. Stead; illustrated by Erin E. Stead

In this follow-up to A Sick Day for Amos McGee and Amos McGee Misses the Bus, the titular zookeeper prepares for winter weather, offering hand-knit garments to his animal charges (and frolicking with them once the snow finally arrives). Kirkus Reviews declares that this cozy tale is “an instant wintertime classic.”
 
Cute and Creepy
Witch Hazel
by Molly Idle

Memories drive this bewitching tale: while ailing in bed, elderly witch Hazel finds joy in sharing her memories with young companion Hilda; and after Hazel is gone, Hilda finds solace in memories of their time together. A sepia backdrop lends a quiet, nostalgic tone to the gently shaded white-and-gray illustrations.
See the Ghost: Three Stories About Things You Cannot See
by David LaRochelle; illustrated by Mike Wohnoutka

In this beginner-friendly read, the titular characters from See the Cat and See the Dog return for several laugh-out-loud encounters with mischievous invisible characters (who can be seen only via their speech bubbles). Featuring easy-to-read words and sophisticated visual humor, See the Ghost offers new readers a sense of both accomplishment and fun.
Little Ghost Makes a Friend
by Maggie Edkins Willis

Little Ghost, an adorably round specter who only goes out on Halloween, longs for a real friend. New neighbor Anya seems to have a lot in common with Little Ghost -- could they be kindred spirits? With soft, cartoony illustrations, this ghost story is heartwarming instead of horrifying. Read-alike: Gustavo, the Shy Ghost by Flavia Z. Drago.
 
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