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The Bear, the Book, and the Blanket
by Peacock, Lou
A sweet and comical story about the three things a baby needs for the perfect bedtime! What do you need for the perfect bedtime? A beloved bear, book, and blanket, of course! Join in the fun with ten enthusiastic and energetic bunnies as they try to find the special things Baby needs to settle down to sleep. Oh -- and don't forget the all-important goodnight kiss, too! This cozy and gentle story is the perfect book for reading together to help little ones wind down before they go to bed.
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| Narwhal: Unicorn of the Arctic by Candace Fleming; illustrated by Deena So’OtehA young narwhal’s Arctic migration provides the frame story for this captivating picture book, which combines intriguing science, thrilling adventure, and atmospheric (and sometimes interactive) illustrations to draw readers into the underwater world of the single-tusked whale. |
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| The Bakery Dragon by Devin Elle KurtzGold-obsessed Ember the dragon is too cute to succeed as a scary thief, but with help from a kindhearted baker, he discovers a more satisfying kind of treasure. Glowing, jewel-toned illustrations bring visual appeal to this deliciously droll fantasy. |
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| Drawn Onward by Daniel Nayeri; illustrated by Matt RockefellerA grieving child journeys toward healing in this palindromic fantasy, told through the same 50 words (forwards and then backwards). Featuring illustrations that blend video game-style progression with the intricacy of an illuminated medieval manuscript, this unique book rewards close attention. |
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Quail trail
by Kelso, Bonnie
Roxie is an independent-thinking quail chick who has to find out what's over the hill, so she takes her own path and gets lost, in a book about the importance of listening, self-awareness and making good choices.
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| Say My Name by Joanna Ho; illustrated by Khoa LeIn this richly illustrated book, six kids -- each with a different cultural heritage -- describe the ancestry and identity inherent in their names. Curious children (as well as grown-ups doing read-alouds) will appreciate the pronunciation guide at the back of the book. Read-alikes: The Boy Who Tried to Shrink His Name by Sandhya Parappukkaran; That's Not My Name! by Anoosha Syed. |
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| The Big Cheese by Jory John; illustrated by Pete OswaldUsed to being the best at everything, Big Cheese’s sense of self curdles when talented newcomer Wedge sweeps the Cheese-cathlon. Crisp, cheery artwork accompanies this funny fable about coping with disappointment and being a good sport. Series alert: check out further tales from the Food Group series, starting with The Bad Seed. |
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| A Letter for Bob by Kim Rogers; illustrated by Jonathan NelsonIn this own voices slice of Indigenous family life, thoughtful Wichita child Katie narrates in the form of a farewell letter to Bob, the trusty car that’s carried her changing family through vacations, powwows, everyday errands, and more. Read-alikes: Natasha Tripplett’s The Blue Pickup. |
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| I Will Read to You by Gideon Sterer; illustrated by Charles SantosoA compassionate child with a taste for macabre bedtime stories decides to return the favor, gathering a group of monsters, ghouls, and creepy creatures for a cozy storytime session. This sweetly spooky read is ideal for monster fans, as well as those who might need their fears de-fanged. Read-alike: Benita and the Night Creatures by Mariana Llanos. |
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| When Rubin Plays by Gracey ZhangLittle Rubin longs to play beautiful melodies along with the town orchestra. But before he can join in on his new violin, he’ll need lots of practice…and some support from the chorus of cats in the nearby forest. Exaggerated art turns this tale into a "lively visual symphony" (Kirkus Reviews). |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Picture Books November 2024 |
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