Picture Books October 2025
Recent Releases
The bear out there by Jess Hannigan
The Bear Out There
by Jess Hannigan

A frightened young girl invites readers into her home to hide from "the bear out there," only for readers to realize that all may not be what it seems inside or outside
Bored panda by Mike Bender
Bored Panda
by Mike Bender

Seeking relief from boredom, Panda ventures outdoors for inspiration.
Butterfly on the wind by Adam Pottle
Butterfly On The Wind
by Adam Pottle

Nearvous for her talent show performance, Aurora spots a butterfly and is inspired to conjur a magical butterfly with her hands which sets off a chain reaction of support and empowerment among the global Deaf community.
Everything's wrong! : a bear, a hare, and trouble everywhere by Jory John
Everything's Wrong! : a Bear, a Hare, and Trouble Everywhere
by Jory John

Best friends Jeff and Anders start the day with the best of intentions, but before long, everything goes haywire. From power outages to spilled breakfasts, to missing socks, a series of irritating incidents sends the bear-and-bunny duo on an epic journey that will test their fortitude and their friendship. Can these pals work together to salvage this disastrous day? Another read-out-loud, laugh-out-loud picture book from bestselling author Jory John, paired with standout talent Erin Kraan, reminds us that even when your day seems to go completely off the rails, you can make it through any challenge--especially when you have a good friend by your side.
The most magnificent team by Ashley Spires
The Most Magnificent Team
by Ashley Spires

"Captures the emotional ups and downs of working with others in this celebration of collaboration in the creative process. As the girl perseveres through technical and emotional challenges, she learns that mistakes don't mean failure and setbacks are just part of the route to success."
Cute and Creepy
Duck & Goose, honk! quack! boo! by Tad Hills
Duck & Goose, Honk! Quack! Boo!
by Tad Hills

Duck and Goose, dressed for Halloween as a ghost and a superhero, respectively, go trick-or-treating in the forest, but they are careful to follow Thistle's warning to look out for a scary swamp monster.
Five little pumpkins by James Dean
Five Little Pumpkins
by James Dean

Youngsters are invited to join Pete the Cat as he stars in the classic Halloween song "Five Little Pumpkins.
A Haunted Ghost Tour in Canada by Louise Martin
A Haunted Ghost Tour in Canada
by Louise Martin

A family of ghosts visits spooky sites on a Halloween tour around Canada! Little Ghost loves tricking everyone...until Little Ghost hears the biggest BOO ever! Who's trying to trick Little Ghost? Readers will also join in the "hide and SHRIEK" activity fun by spotting the hidden ghosts on each page. Come along and celebrate an unforgettable Halloween night!
How do dinosaurs say trick or treat? by Jane Yolen
How Do Dinosaurs Say Trick or Treat?
by Jane Yolen

In rhyming text, dinosaurs learn the dos and don'ts of Halloween trick-or-treating.
Room on the broom by Julia Donaldson
Room on the Broom
by Julia Donaldson

Having dropped her wand, bow and hat while flying through the sky, the witch is elated when three helpful animals find and return her possessions, so she welcomes their request for a ride on her magical broom, and they repay her kindness by rescuing her from a dragon. By the acclaimed creators of The Gruffalo.
Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Cobourg, Ontario K9A 5P4
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