New and Coming Soon Picture Books
July 2025
 
Picture Books
George & Lenny Are Always Together
by Jon Agee

Best friends, a rabbit and a bear, find out what it is like to be apart from each other.
Fireworks
by Matthew Burgess

POP! As a hot day sizzles into evening, everyone on stoops
and sidewalks looks skyward on this special summer night--the Fourth of July! Words and art blossom into flowers of fire across
the sky, making this a perfect read for firework enthusiasts in
cities and suburbs everywhere.
Hurricane
by Jason Chin

The community of Hatteras Island, North Carolina, prepares to weather a category three hurricane, aided by cutting-edge science.
This Book Is Dangerous!
by Ben Clanton

Did the title just say that this book is dangerous? Jelly doesn't do dangerous. Can you help Jelly find a way out? Just don't move a muscle or make any loud noises, okay? And definitely DON'T
touch anything! 
Big Family Beach Day
by Nina Crews

Maya and her extended intergenerational family enjoy their
annual trip to the beach.
The Crayon Stub
by Marcus Cutler

Big Cat sets out to draw something spectacular, but with only a
red stub of a crayon and a younger sibling who keeps getting in
the way, Big Cat struggles to find inspiration.
Take a Breath, Big Red Monster!
by Ed Emberley

Die-cut pages gradually reveal a monster's face and help a child manage their anger.
Summer Is Here: A Bear and Mole Story
by Will Hillenbrand

Mole struggles to hit the ball during summer baseball season,
but with Bear's support and a new pair of glasses, he finds the confidence to enjoy the game and the joys of summer with his
best friend.
Ant Party
by Ross Montgomery

It's another busy day at the ant hill. The farmer ants are collecting food, the worker ants are building tunnels and the soldier ants are guarding the queen. But for Andy, it's a very special day: it's his birthday! 
Next to Me
by Daniel Salmieri

On a walk home from school, a boy notices all the things in
his neighborhood.
Elvis & Romeo
by David Soman

Elvis loves to sleep and doesn't like running around or playing hide and seek. He can't wait to go the dog park and have a nice, quiet nap. Romeo loves to rush and race around, howl, and fetch sticks. He can't wait to go to the dog park and make a new friend. Can
Elvis and Romeo become friends when they're so different?
Bear Feels Sad
by Karma Wilson

Bear feels sad. All his friends are off being busy and he’s by
himself. He can’t think of anything to do to cheer himself up. Even building a fort is no fun! But when he finds a beautiful field of flowers, Bear gets the perfect idea to turn his day around: gathering gifts to share with his friends when they get back!
Board Books
You're My Quiet Little Cricket
by Eric Carle

A sweet story featuring The Very Quiet Cricket celebrates the quiet strength, focus and sleepiness of your little one.
My First Ocean: Let's Dive In and Explore!
by Dorling Kindersley

Packed with bright and colorful pictures to get your little ones
thinking and talking. Clear labels accompany the objects for babies
to sound out the words with you, while questions encourage children to learn and play.
Look, Baby, Look! at Home
by Louise Lockhart

A large-format gift book with flaps featuring hundreds of
everyday objects for babies to look at and talk about, with bright, stylish illustrations.
Trees Stand Tall
by Mâelina Mangal

Focusing on trees in the summertime, this book shows children
what we can learn from nature about being rooted in family and
our sense of sight.
Leo at the Farmer's Market
by Anna McQuinn

Leo and his mother explore the busy Saturday market walking through colorful stands, smelling spices, tasting honey buns and buying food.
Peek-a-Boo!
by Guido van Genechten

Invites toddlers to engage in a game of peek-and-boo with Drew
and his beloved stuffies who squeeze under blankets, dart behind curtains and find cozy nooks to hide in.
 
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