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Books for Toddlers & Preschoolers
Spring 2025 |
Bunny Made Tea
by Amanda Baehr Fuller
One spring morning, Bunny decides to make a cup of tea and is then joined by friends for impromptu visits, prompting Bunny to make so much tea there isn't enough for Bunny, but the next day Bunny's hospitality is repaid.
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Big Gorilla: A Book of Opposites
by Anthony Browne
What's the opposite of old? Young! What's the opposite of sad? Happy! Big or small, alone or together, the primates in this book of opposites are wonderfully unique, from gorillas to white-faced capuchins to orangutans. With Anthony Browne's striking palette and flair for facial expressions, this celebration of the world of primates is sure to charm and entertain.
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Mixed Feelings
by Liana Finck
This exploration of mixed and wide-ranging emotions is presented in illustrated vignettes and articulate text. Each spread portrays a scenario involving a child and a phrase that reminds readers that not all feelings can be summed up in a single word or occur singularly. "Mostly happy but a little sad" accompanies a child leaving for the beach but waving goodbye to his dog. "Like I'm trying hard to have fun" shows a child at a loud party, covering their ears. In her trademark style and funny-because-it's-real approach, Finck has created a deeply insightful book on feelings that validates the way we all experience the world.
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Big Bike, Little Bike
by Kellie DuBay Gillis
A charming cast of different animals approach the same simple bike, in a story that celebrates how circumstances can change perspective and how far one's perspective - and one bike - can take someone.
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Love Is Here with You: A Lullaby of Blessings
by Jyoti Rajan Gopal
As a family sings their baby to sleep, deities from the Hindu pantheon act as guardians of sweet slumber, from wise Ganesha, remover of obstacles; to joyful Krishna, prince of music; to powerful Durga, goddess of strength and protection.
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Brown Girl, Brown Girl
by Leslé Honoré
A moving journey through the past, present and future of brown and Black girls is a celebration of community, creativity and joy, in a story based on a viral poem and inspired by the historic election of Vice President Kamala Harris.
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Thank You, Everything
by Emilie Robert Wong
What starts as a series of "thank yous" addressed to common objects that inhabit our daily lives gradually builds into a fantastic journey across landscapes, seasons, and inner discoveries.
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High Top: Sole Mates
by Tom Lacey
High Top expresses his love in many thoughtful ways, but when a big gesture goes awry, his friends are there to return the affection.
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One Light
by Christie Matheson
Mouse feels all alone one dark and dreary night. She wonders if anybody else feels lonely, too. She's not sure if a single person can make a difference, but she decides to try. Mouse lit one light... and the result is magical. One by one, others in the neighborhood follow Mouse's lead. With each new spark, the stormy night becomes less gloomy.
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How to Make a Bedtime
by Megan McKinlay
A cuddly parental bear guides a young child through their bonding bedtime routine, with a sloshy bath, soft pajamas, a song for singing and a snuggly hug, in a cozy bedtime story with rhyming text.
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Boo the Library Ghost
by Becky Paige
Refusing to leave the library, even though Boo, the resident ghost, tries his hardest to scare her away, Poppy soon realizes why he's acting out and knows just how to help, in this sweet celebration of the joy of reading and a love of books.
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Sweet Babe!: A Jewish Grandma Kvells
by Robin Rosenthal
An exuberant and interactive picture book for grandparents and their genius, sweet, precious, SO-CUTE-I-CAN'T-STAND-IT! grandbabies, and a celebration of Yiddish and Jewish joy.
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The Most Beautiful Winter
by Cristina Sitja Rubio
Snow has come and many forest animals are napping, except for Badger, who wants to find a friend to join his winter fun, in a book that encourages children to make the most of the coldest time of year.
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Lost
by Bob Staake
As a little girl loses her cat, join the search party in an almost wordless story that celebrates helping our neighbors and gently reminds readers that what is lost can always be found.
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Mama Hug
by Emma Straub
Join a lovable Mama and baby for a day of fun and snuggles, in a rhyming, love-filled book for preschoolers that mothers will delight in reading to their little ones again and again.
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Sunday
by Marcelo Tolentino
Martin and his family spend every Sunday together and every Sunday they have the same routine. Not this Sunday... Instead, Martin invents a world adventure with his dog, Maize, braving extreme cold alongside penguins on ice caps, facing a dragon, confronting pirate ships, and crossing an arid desert on a camel's back. When he returns from his travels he recounts his magical journey with Grandma, who marvels at his courage and wonders where he will go next.
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Baby Bat Bedtime
by Paige Towler
As dawn starts to rise in the rainforest, animals are waking up. But some animals are going to bed instead. Small brown bats have been busy all night; now it's time for them to settle in among the trees. But one baby bat wants to stay up and play.
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The Sun Never Hurries
by Roxane Turcotte
Reminding readers about the importance of slowing down and appreciating every moment, this beautiful story follows Charlie as she, with the help of Papa Jo, learns the importance of taking her time and savoring the day, which transforms an ordinary day into something extraordinary.
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Genius in a High Chair
by Rosemary Wells
When his head gets stuffed with words due to his remarkable memory, Little Kobo starts saying them out loud, making his parents realize they have a brilliant baby on their hands!
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My Dad Is a Tree
by Jon Agee
A little girl convinces her dad to be a tree all day long, no matter what, even in the rain, in this imaginative picture book that encourages playing pretend and pays tribute to parents who will do just about anything for their kids.
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I Am Dog!
by Peter Bently
A day in the life of a dog - told from the dog's point of view! A funny rhyming picture book from Peter Bently and Chris Chatterton. Have you ever wondered just what goes on in a dog's head? Now you can find out in this funny rhyming story!
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Philadelphia Chickens: A Too-Illogical Zoological Musical Revue
by Sandra Boynton
Celebrating its 21st anniversary and accompanied by a full-length, fully orchestrated CD of original songs, this full-color songbook of 17 ½ illustrated story poems has been redrawn and redesigned for a new generation of readers, singers and musicians.
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Snail in Space
by Rachel Bright
Studying to be the first snail in space, Gail is determined to blaze a different trail than her fellow snails by staying true to her mission and reaching for the stars to make her dream come true.
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Mommy, Carry Me Please!
by Jane Cabrera
Tucking their small ones into cozy pouches, looping them around their necks, and even plopping them on top of their feet, mothers of the animal world are celebrated in a warm, high-spirited picture book that shows the special bonds between mothers and their babies.
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Dream Big
by Emma Dodd
A young lion cub learns to consider the future with positivity and the courage to dream big, in this heartwarming and uplifting picture book.
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Oops! Rabbit
by Jo Ham
Starring the iconic, black-silhouetted bunny, this picture book finds cheeky, curious and sweet-toothed Rabbit embarking on a series of misadventures that capture the joy of everyday life.
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Kitty & Cat: Bent Out of Shape
by Mirka Hokkanen
In this pawsitively hilarious concept book, Cat is nowhere to be found at bathtime, until readers look closely at the pages to see Cat's many contortions.
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Wherever You Go
by Alexandra Penfold
In this colorful, rhyming read-aloud, kids and their families experience big and small moments, celebrating the many milestones of a child's life.
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Brandon and the Baby
by J. Brian Pinkney
Getting angry that his new baby brother gets all the attention, Brandon gets some ideas to make things better from his beloved special blanket, in this heartwarming and humorous exploration of sibling rivalry.
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Construction Site: Taking Flight!
by Sherri Duskey Rinker
Young readers can visit a busy airport under construction where fun new vehicles are revealed that pull the planes, pump the fuel, move the luggage, maintain runways and more - just in time for a sleepy goodnight.
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Bear's Big Dreaming
by Michael Rosen
Worried that they will not have enough dreams for their upocming witer hibernation, Little Bear journeys into the woods and collects dreams of happiness, homecoming, and hope from the different animals in the forest.
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A Delicious Story
by Barney Saltzberg
When Big Mouse eats the story in their book, Little Mouse, who is not ok with this, wants to hear a tale - and will settle for nothing less, in this funny read-aloud that showcases both the patience required of true creativity and on-the-spot storytelling.
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Ten Little Rabbits
by Maurice Sendak
This enchanting picture book introduces the beloved author to a new generation of readers, encouraging them to count from one to ten and back again as they watch the magic unfold before their very eyes.
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I Love Your Face!
by Karma Wilson
Full of joy, heart and love, this sweet read-aloud picture book shows little ones how utterly irresistible they are - especially their beautiful faces!
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