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New Picture Books February 2026 |
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A Book of Loves
by Cynthia Rylant
Celebrate the small, often overlooked things that cats, dogs, and children love in this sweet and gentle picture book from Newbery Medal winner Cynthia Rylant. Cats love boxes and windows and toys…and other things. Dogs love sticks and biscuits and puddles…and other things. Children love bubbles and cake and stories…and other things. But what do they all love? Love.
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Together, Right Now
by Olga Fadeeva
Right now you are here . . . reading this book. Now imagine what someone else is doing at this exact moment two blocks away. What about someone across the country? Or an animal on the other side of our big, beautiful planet? What else is happening round the world, right now? A variety of colors and textures throughout the book will keep young readers engaged while each new scene will encourage curiosity, an adventurous spirit and a sense of awe that we can all share.
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Just Right
by Torrey Maldonado
Toby's mom always says there are people that make you feel just right. And while his dad can be hard to please, it's a different story with his amazing uncle. Uncle showers Toby with smiles, hugs, and kind words, and his garage is like a second home to Toby--there's even a chair with Toby's name on it next to Uncle's desk Yes, Toby can always count on Uncle to step up and make him feel just right.
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Plenty of Pancakes
by Carrie Finison
From the creators of Dozens of Doughnuts comes a lively take on friendship, springtime, and counting by fives. Opossum Topsy is preparing a Welcome Spring! meal for her bear friend LouAnn, who has been asleep all winter long. She's brought milk, eggs, berries, and syrup, and soon she has five perfect pancakes, fresh from the pan. But when Topsy's back is turned--MUNCH! MUNCH! MUNCH!--she discovers someone has eaten all of the pancakes! No problem, she'll just make more, counting out five at a time. But then, it happens again! Who could the thief be?
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The Gift of Freedom: How Harriet Tubman Rescued Her Brothers
by Glennette Tilley Turner
This historical picture book about the legendary Underground Railroad conductor, abolitionist, and suffragist was written based on personal interviews with Tubman's last surviving relative. A story of courage, hope, and family, The Gift of Freedom takes readers on an inspiring journey during one of America's darkest times.
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Hot Food: Nice!
by Michael Rosen
Michael thinks his dad knows everything. That is, until the fateful day when his family sits down to eat, and the potato is a bit hot. Michael knows to blow on the potato before eating, as does his brother and his mom. So why does his dad pop it straight into his mouth? A funny slice of family life, told in delightful repetitive text, Hot Food: Nice! is published for the first time as a picture book with bold, silly illustrations sure to charm readers of all ages.
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Elmhurst Public Library 125 S Prospect Ave. Elmhurst, Illinois 60126 (630) 279-8696
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