New & Coming Soon Picture Books

Shiny blue cookie tins promise a delicious bite. But what's inside this one? A sewing kit? Old photos? Shiny car keys?From Teta to Nai Nai, none of the grown-ups seem to know that tins are for cookies! Will this group of friends ever find their treat? Based on the cultural phenomenon of putting random items in cookie tins, this paper-over-board picture book is a hilarious page turning read aloud, perfect for the holiday season or anytime reading.

Tot the Toad is just like every grouchy kid: he doesn't want to clean up after himself, or go to bed, or do his homework. He hates loud noises, new situations, and anything that throws off his routine. And tonight, he definitely doesn't want to eat dinner! Relatable to picky kids and annoyed parents alike, this contrarian amphibian will turn even the biggest frowns upside down. Jim Benton is known for creating lovably grumpy characters like Catwad, Franny K. Stein, and Jamie Kelly (Dear Dumb Diary). Now he's bringing his trademark humor and illustrations to this hilarious new picture book!

It's time to party! Or is it? Pony is everyone's favorite party guest--until his friends start making him the main attraction. First, Mouse wants him to give pony rides. Next, Raccoon makes him the star of the petting zoo. Then, Pig turns him into the target of the "Pin-the-Tail" game. After being poked in the face, Pony has had enough. No. More. Parties. Will Pony ever join in the fun again? What will bring his party spirit back? Bursting with humor, empathy, and a heartwarming lesson about friendship, this delightful picture book reminds us that the best friends are the ones who notice how we feel and do something about it. 

On a cold day, Mina wants to warm up with a bowl of her Omma's kimchi stew. But when she slides to the kimchi fridge . . . It's empty! Text the aunties and neighbors, it's kimjang time! Soon Mina's home is filled with the warmth of laughter, family, and friendship as everyone gathers to make their own batch of mouth-watering kimchi. But when Mina realizes that her kimchi needs time to ferment and won't be ready to eat for months, what can she do to satisfy her craving? From the author of Rice From Heaven and The Ocean Calls, comes a joyful, laugh-out-loud kimchi adventure filled with Korean food, k-pop dances, a great recipe, and a loving reminder that good things come to those who wait.

A curious capybara goes in search of other animals and new plants in this funny picture book about the wonderful discoveries that can be made when you let curiosity lead the way. Perfect for fans of Buffalo Fluffalo. A capybara lives peacefully on the grassy riverbanks with her family. Yes, everything is peaceful. So quiet and predictable and . . . boring. Until, this curious capybara finds a book in the river with pictures of fluffy trees, colorful fish, and all kinds of creatures she's never seen before! Someone has to find them, and that someone is her. It's time for a quest. Nothing will get in her way - nothing!

Breakbeat poet Idris Goodwin and award-winning illustrator Kaylani Juanita collaborate on a whimsical, upbeat picture book about confidence and imagination that encourages kids to embrace their inner voice--however it comes out! Perfect for fans of Stacey Speaks Up, Jabari Jumps, and I Talk Like a River. Everybody holding me must follow one essential rule . . .DON'T DROP THE MIC! Ced loves to hear the powerful rumble of sounds from his parent's studio. But his own voice never seems to come out right. When it's finally Ced's turn to step to the mic--will he drop it or take hold of its true power?

A big storm is coming, and Chickadee is all alone in the cold. She doesn't have a cozy home to keep her warm. Luckily, some geese notice poor Chickadee and huddle around her. But the storm is fierce, and the geese are soon shivering as well. Luckily, a furry fox notices the geese and wraps her bushy tail around them. But the snow is really falling now and soon the fox is shivering too. Luckily, a big bear notices the fox and wraps the chilly animals in a great big bear hug. But . . . . with the snow falling all around them, and the wind blowing harder and harder, will Chickadee and her new friends ever stop shivering And will Chickadee find a place to call home?

Let's say some words that go OOO! The Words That Go board book series introduces sound and visual concept connections through hilarious illustrations in a punchy and design-forward package that will feel right at home on baby bookshelves next to Sandra Boynton and Eric Carle. 

Bob the Seagull is given a red scarf in this hilarious and heartwarming follow up to the critically acclaimed picture book, The Red Jacket. Bob is cold. BRR. Like, re-e-ally cold. Until he gets a cozy red scarf that keeps him--and only him--warm. But when his friends freeze and his scarf unravels, will Bob fall apart too? Follow Bob the Seagull as he learns a lesson about kindness, sharing, and what it means to be a true friend.

An ordinary game of rock, paper, scissors riotously goes off the rails in this rhyming, rollicking celebration of family and fun from two three-time dads: Peabody and Emmy award-winning producer and stand-up comedian W. Kamau Bell and mega-bestselling author Adam Mansbach.

A hilarious and encouraging school story about an aspiring class clown, from the bestselling and beloved creator of Arnie, the Doughnut. Clem has always been shy and quiet. He only ever feels comfortable making noise when he's playing his clarinet. Clem wishes he could be carefree and likeable like Clarence, the funniest clam at school. But one day, to his class's surprise, Clarence moves away. In no time at all Clem hatches a plan to take his place as the class clown so he can gain popularity, friends, and all-around clam-tastic greatness. Can it be done?! Here is Laurie Keller at her very best with an irrepressible character who moves out of his comfort zone to seek class fame. Little does he know his true talents are closer than he thinks!

A child grows like the saguaro cacti that nourish the lives around him, knowing even the tallest cactus was once small, too. Abuelo tells his grandson that as hard as it is to imagine, the saguaro cacti that tower over the family rancho were once tiny seeds in the ground. It takes half a century to grow one spiky arm, decades more for the flowers to bloom. It takes help from hummingbirds, coyotes and shady trees. The oldest saguaros have seen how children are like seeds, too. One day, the same cacti that saw Abuelo grow up will see his grandchild follow in his footsteps, and beyond. The seeds once planted will bear miraculous fruit. Pura Belpre Honoree Laekan Zea Kemp honors Chicane roots in this meditative story of family legacy and boundless potential. 

A deliciously funny guessing game for curious kids―can you tell which one you can eat? 

A gorgeous picture book about a community coming together to build something beautiful, from award-winning and New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Grace Lin. When a small stone Buddha falls off a cyclist's wagon, he lands in a neglected part of a busy city street. People often throw trash here, turning this part of the city into a rather unpleasant sight. But as passersby begin to notice the little stone Buddha, they start to wonder: what if we each made a small change that brightened this shared part of our community? Inspired by a true story, The Little Stone Buddha shows us how a small action--or, in this case, a small Buddha--can change a moment, which can change a decision, which can change the spirit, which can, in the end, change everything.

Old cat Hunca Munca thinks his family's baby is a new cat (with hardly any fur!). As the baby grows, he teaches it all the things a growing cat needs to know: how to clean himself, how to share food, and the best way to yell at a wall. Above all, he teaches the young boy how to be gentle. In time, Hunca Munca passes away. But the boy still remembers what the old cat taught him. And when the boy becomes a big brother, he teaches the new baby all the things a growing cat needs to know. A hilarious and heartfelt celebration of a very good cat.

From celebrated artist Nikki McClure, a lyrical and lovely picture book about a child exploring the world as he grows.

From award-winning author Patricia McCormick, comes a picture book based on the true story of how one little girl inspired everyone on her block to learn American Sign Language (ASL), and how it transformed the whole community in the process. Perfect for fans of I Walk with Vanessa by Kerascoet, Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller, as well as readers looking for stories centering deaf protagonists. Sam loves her neighborhood. She recognizes her neighbors and wants to be friends. They want to be friends with her too. But it can be hard for them to understand each other: Sam talks with her hands. Her neighbors talk with their words--though she notices, they rarely talk with each other. Then one day, something wonderful happens that brings them all together. With 21 ASL signs illustrated within and backmatter that goes into Sam's real childhood story that inspired the book.

In her debut as author-illustrator, Neha Rawat offers a story joyfully rooted in Indian traditional culture, sibling love, and multidimensional girlhood. Gauri and her sister, Nandini, are opposites, like sunshine and shade. Gauri is rough and tumble, fond of soccer and skateboarding. Nandini is stylish, gentle, and poised. But one day, while her sister practices Bharatanatyam, Gauri hears Nandini's ghungroos jingling. Enchanted by the tinkling ankle bells, Gauri must try the dance for herself. As her sister teaches her rhythm, graceful hand movements, and elegant poses, Gauri stomps along . . . but her ghungroos sound jittery and offbeat, her mudra isn't pretty, and she can't stay balanced. Soon she despairs of ever dancing as beautifully as her sister. Will Gauri have to give up on her dreams of exploring her more graceful side? 

Every night, Noor listens for the sound of the gong and the storyteller's drum.GONG, GONG, GONG! Tap! Tap! Tap! With each beat, fantastic tales swirl and sway and unfold around her. One night, she waits and waits, but no drumbeat comes her way. Can Noor tap the drum and keep the storyteller's magic alive? Find out in this modern fairy tale about a young Nigerian girl who taps stories on her drum and carries tradition in her heart.