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New and Coming Soon Picture Books April 2026 |
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When the Sun Goes Down: A Bedtime Book
by Greg Pizzoli
A picture book about a child who discovers where critters go when the sun goes down before she settles down for bed-- Provided by publisher.
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Frank and Bert: The One Where Bert Plays Soccer
by Chris Naylor-Ballesteros
Join best friends Frank and Bert in their fourth adventure, packed with soccer, friendship, and heart.Meet Frank and Bert. Frank LOVES soccer and he's teaching Bert everything he knows. Bert has the great big kick down pat, but after that, everything goes a little bit wrong . . . and when Barbara the soccer whizz arrives, Frank drops everything to play with her--including Bert! Poor Bert. But when Frank finds himself in real trouble, can a true friend save him and win the day?Features a free Stories Aloud audiobook--just scan the QR code on the cover and follow along!Other titles in the series include: Frank and Bert (2023), Frank and Bert: The One Where Bert Learns to Ride a Bike (2024), Frank and Bert: The One With the Missing Cookies (April 2025).
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Broccoli Is Trying to Kill Me
by Katie Evans
Although her dad says they are good for her, a young girl knows bettershe is sure the vegetables in the fridge are out to get her, with broccoli being the biggest and baddest of all.
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Attack Bunnies
by Laura Gehl
When troublemaking Renard Fox moves to the forest, Carrot Cake and Pufftail are ready to protect their friends in unexpected ways.
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Forty the Fortune Teller
by Drew Daywalt
A laugh-out-loud funny graphic novel-style picture book about a paper fortune teller left behind at recess who ends up saving the day, by the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Day the Crayons Quit. What's a fortune teller to do when she's dropped on the ground half-finished when the bell rings to mark the end of recess? Make friends and save the day, that's what! In this hilarious graphic novel-style picture book, Forty the Fortune Teller, along with her friends Potato Chip and Basketball convince a team of chewed-up chewing gum to help repair the playground slide so that the kids at school won't get hurt. This story is totally wacky, totally adorable, and a perfect read-aloud for a storytime.
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Hot Wheels Let's Race: Epic Challengers Storybook Collection
by Mattel
Can't get enough of the hit animated series Hot Wheels Let's Race? Jump into this thrilling hardcover collection of ten exciting stories! Coop and his friends are learning to become Hot Wheels Racers. With their mentor, Dash Wheeler, leading the way, not even the evil Professor Rearview can stop them! This storybook collection features ten action-packed adventures with stories about nasty monsters and the coolest cars in Hot Wheels City! Stories include. . . - Ultimate Racers - Fast Food, Fast Cars - Attack of the Octopus - Ultimate Garage Take Over - Fangs for Pizza - Haunted Car - Dino Dash - Jumping the Shark - Night Fright - Scavenger Stunt Hunt
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Ruthie
by Esmé Shapiro
From the creator of Ooko, take a walk on the wild side with pampered pooch Ruthie in this fetching and brilliantly silly picture book for fans of Gaston by Kelly DiPucchio and Christian Robinson. Ruthie is a prince (a dog) who has it all: a bone, a fish, and a piece of cake he's been saving for three years. He lives in a castle (a house), is beloved by his queen (his owner), and enjoys beauty-naps, butterberry pancakes and staying squeaky clean with a daily bubble bath. But still, Ruthie longs to explore beyond the castle walls. When a chance to escape presents itself, Ruthie soon finds exploring isn't all it's cracked up to be. He is cold, hungry and worst of all: STINKY! Ruthie's royal subjects (forest animals) do their best to help, but nothing is as perfect as it was in his castle and, worst of all, he misses his queen. Will Ruthie ever be able to find his way home? And will he be able to make some friends along the way? In this delightful companion book to Ooko that stands all on its own, Esmé Shapiro tells Ruthie's side of this topsy-turvy story -- and a hilarious, heartfelt tale about breaking free of and longing for home.
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Search & Rescue (Paw Patrol)
by Matt Huntley
Join Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol in this exciting storybook based their Search and Rescue adventure! Chase has his paws full during the upcoming Adventure Bay Bike Race. Luckily, he has a new rescue center and a team of Safety Pups to help keep the riders on track. But will two well-meaning robots ruin the day? Girls and boys ages 3 to 7 will thrill to this full-color storybook based on the PAW Patrol's Safety and Rescue-themed episodes. Get on the case with Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol! Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye, and the rest of the puppy heroes are always ready to save their friends and protect the community of Adventure Bay using their PAWsome vehicles, tools, and teamwork.
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Five Little Friends: A Collection of Finger Rhymes
by Sean Taylor
What better way to get little ones excited about poems than to make them part of the delivery? In the hallowed tradition of nursery rhymes and songs like Itsy Bitsy Spider, this imaginative collection entices children to use their fingers, hands, and sometimes whole bodies to bring a variety of verses to life. Whether the subject is sailing ships or stomping dinosaurs, falling snow or popping bubbles, jumping onto waterslides or riding a crowded elevator, Sean Taylor's rhythmic read-aloud verses pair with Fiona Woodcock's fresh, colorful illustrations, offering clues to the finger actions kids can follow-unless they're happily acting things out already, using shapes and movements all their own--
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The Greedy Wolf
by Timothy Knapman
Once there was a wicked wolf who was so greedy that every day he would eat enough food for TEN birthday parties and still be hungry for more. One day he was on the prowl for dinner when he spotted seven juicy little goats left at home... alone. Could these kid goats be clever enough--and have enough silly tricks at the ready--to avoid getting eaten, and maybe even enjoy a little (or big) snack themselves? A renowned storyteller and an acclaimed artist come together to create an entertaining read- and laugh-aloud version of the classic fairy tale The Wolf and the Seven Young Goats'--
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Octavio and His Glasses
by Marc González Rossell
For some time now, Octavio hasn't been able to see well. Not well at all. Until he gets his new glasses. Now he can see everything clearly ... even the creatures that used to lurk in the dark ... This enchanting picture book debut from Marc Gonzâalez Rossell takes an artful approach to a child's first experience of getting glasses. It's a celebration of being able to see things clearly -- both literally and metaphorically -- and is about the transformative power of storytelling. With surprising twists that will delight young readers, and a bold and eye-catching limited palette, it's sure to become a bedtime favorite.--
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Sleepy Sloth: A Touch-And-Feel Book
by Rosie Adams
Poor sleepy Sloth just wants to take a nap, but there's too much noise from his friends in the busy rain forest! Will the soothing chirrup of the tree frog help him fall asleep? In the busy, bustling rain forest, Sloth hangs from a tree.I'd really like to sleep now....How difficult can it be? Poor sleepy Sloth just wants to take a nap, but there's too much noise from his friends in the busy rain forest! Will the soothing chirrup of the tree frog help him fall asleep? This cozy book features simple rhyming text, bold and colorful artwork, a touch-and-feel die cut on the cover and throughout, as well as fun textures to explore, making this the perfect book for toddlers.
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Baby Diplodocus
by Julie Abery
Long-necked baby diplodocuses hatch and explore their prehistoric world in this sturdy board book. The four young dinosaurs will have to stick together to stay safe from bigger dinosaurs and find the herd--
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Can You Find It? Bedtime with the Very Hungry Caterpillar
by Eric Carle
Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar in a search-and-find adventure, with bedtime items hidden on every page! Let's get ready for bed! Can you help The Very Hungry Caterpillar seek out sleepytime essentials like a toothbrush, blanket, and teddy bear? Filled with Eric Carle's fun and colorful art, this engaging board book encourages visual acuity as young readers locate bedtime necessities hidden among other objects before winding down for the night.
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Working Boats: Salmon Troller (Board Book): A Look-Inside Boat Book for Toddlers
by Tom Crestodina
Look inside an amazing salmon troller in this sturdy board book shaped like a real boat Perfect for curious toddlers and preschoolers, this richly illustrated die-cut book brings the world of working boats to life through the story of Plucky the Salmon Troller Inspired by the bestselling picture book Working Boats, this engaging cross section book reveals a full day on the water. Page by page, children discover how things work aboard a salmon troller--from the engine room that powers the boat to the cozy bunks where the crew rests, and the chilly fish hold where the catch is stored (brrr ). Clear, detailed illustrations show how every part of the boat has an important job, making this a fun and accessible introduction to fishing and maritime life. Durable pages and a unique boat-shaped design make it perfect for little hands and repeated reading--at home or on the go.
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