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Picture Books October 2026 |
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Owl by Myself
by Book Author
From the New York Times bestselling illustrator of Sleepy Sheepy and The Good Egg comes an irresistible new character who insists on doing everything owl by himself today. He might not be great at it, but it's fun to see him try Owl wakes up with a mission for the day: to do everything owl by himself. Like clean his room. (Don't look in that corner. Or that corner...) Brush his teeth. (Just step over that small mountain of toothpaste on the floor.) And pack his backpack for school. (You can never bring too many stuffies to school ) Follow a day in the life of the most adorable owl you've ever seen as he proves he's a big boy ready to take care of himself--or at least tries his best. With art that pairs hilariously with spare text, often showing that Owl is not the most reliable narrator, this book is the perfect blend of humor and warmth. While it's filled visual gags that will make readers laugh, it ends with a bedtime moment that will make them go aww.
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Sweater Weather
by Matt Phelan
On a crisp, fall day and evening, rambunctious bear cubs turn getting dressed into an adventure--
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A is for . . . a Rabbit's Tale
by Jackie Hosking
A is for A rabbit. B is for Buy this book This hilarious alphabet story is for anyone who ever wanted a pet . . . and for everyone who loves a wonderful tail, um, tale with a twist
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Dragon Dog
by Suzanne Lang
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - From the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of Grumpy Monkey comes a new character--part dragon, part dog, ALL FIERCE--in this hilarious, fire-snorting fantasy that celebrates friendship, courage, and the many forms fierceness (and fluffiness) can take. When the evil wizard Simpkin Sowerbutts attempts to create a dragon as loyal as a dog and instead spawns a dog as fierce as a dragon, he banishes his embarrassing and so fluffy creation. Outcast and alone, Dragon Dog roams the land looking for a home only to find foes around every corner. But Dragon Dog prides himself on being fierce--like a dragon--and defeats all who challenge him. Soon everyone in the land of Quatsch is afraid of him. Everyone except a lost little lamb named Dandelion. Dragon Dog help his new friend find her way back to her flock, and Dandelion helps Dragon Dog embrace his fluffy side and find a place to call home. Oh yeah, and along the way they narrowly escape the jaws of the biggest, meanest dragon around. An exciting and silly fantasy that shows readers we can be both fierce AND fluffy.
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My Neighborhood
by Delano Brown
A vibrant and lyrical picture book that follows two brothers on a journey through their inner-city neighborhood, showing off the beauty and life lessons to be found within. My neighborhood ain't perfect, but it's more than flashing lights seen on the six o'clock news. Follow a young boy as he explores his neighborhood hand-in-hand with his older brother, Trevor. They share handshakes on the sidewalk, laughter at the skate park, wisdom at the chess tables, rhythm in the dance circle, and kindness at the corner store. With each step, this lyrical picture book radiates the sounds, gestures, and bonds that make a neighborhood more than just a place to live--that make it a home. Pulsing with rhythm and swagger, Delano Brown's rich text and Briana Mukodiri Uchendu's beautiful illustrations capture the heart of an urban neighborhood and the relationships that bring it to life.
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How to Draw a Zombie
by Zoey Abbott
When it comes to drawing zombies, embracing imperfection is the way to go in this tongue-in-cheek instructional picture book narrated by a zombie. So, you want to know how to draw a zombie, huh? Luckily, we found a zombie who knows all the zombie-drawing secrets. Here's its top advice: Art supplies. Include glue in case your hand falls off. Start with a head. A lopsided square is excellent. Or a parallelogram. Add some wonky little lines for hair, too. We aren't going for Prince Charming here. Draw eyes--definitely not the same size Draw a nose--remember, just a slit. Now give it some teeth, say, about eighty. And they have to be HORRIBLE. And maybe your zombie wants a pet? Or a car? Or some cake? It's a good idea to keep your zombie happy at all times. One mingy slice of cake's not gonna cut it Insider info? The glue also works on heads that roll off. And remember, when it comes to drawing a zombie, a BAD zombie is a GOOD zombie.
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Zombie in Love
by Kelly Dipucchio
When all his efforts to find a sweetheart fail, Mortimer the zombie decides to place an ad in the newspaper.
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Haunted Party
by Iza Trapani
Count up and down for Halloween fun! This humorous, rhyming book invites readers to count eerie party guests (1 to 10) as they arrive at the haunted house of the ghost. When the partygoers are frightened by a group of young trick-or-treaters, readers count backwards as the guests depart. A surprise ending offers a delightfully spooky twist. Filled with Halloween party traditions, Iza Trapani's playful art is a treat for all.
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Ollie's Halloween
by Olivier Dunrea
Goslings are on the prowl in this holiday board book from the popular Gossie&Friends series! While Gossie, Gertie, Peedie, and BooBoo are tricking and treating, Ollie is thinking about how sharing is better than scaring. With shiny foil on the cover, a gentle Halloween story, and Olivier Dunrea's signature adorable artwork, this book is the perfect one to share with the littlest trick-or-treaters this October!
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Six Creepy Sheep
by Judith Ross Enderle
Six little sheep say, Let's trick or treat, one spooky Halloween night. So out they go dressed as ghosts to haunt the countryside. What happens when they meet a passel of pirates, a gaggle of goblins, and a warren of witches will bring jack-o'-lantern smiles to little Halloweeners. With tongue-twisting prose and hilarious illustrations, Judith Ross Enderle, Stephanie Gordon Tessler, and John O'Brien have created a very funny companion for their popular Six Sandy Sheep.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8! |
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