Part lullaby, part love song, this perfectly pitched bedtime book gives a nod to its classic predecessors as it champions the vibrant independent spirit of local bookstores.Join the Little Bookstore’s friendly staff as they draw the curtain on another...

★ Kirkus Reviews ★ Publishers Weekly ★ School Library Journal A 2024 Pura Belpré Honor Award, American Library AssociationInternational Latino Book Award Honorable MentionIn Mexican American comedian Jesús Trejo’s debut picture book, a little boy makes a...

The renowned John Burningham is in classic form with a simple story of a boy, a girl, and some animal friends that invites the child listener to join in. One day, Boy and Girl head down the hill with a picnic basket and meet a fancily dressed Sheep,...

Walking his dog at dusk, one boy catches glimpses of the lives around him in this lovely ode to autumn evenings, exploring your neighborhood, and coming home.Before your city goes to sleep, you might head out for a walk, your dog at your side as you go...

If a big hungry moose comes to visit, you might give him a muffin to make him feel at home. If you give him a muffin, he'll want some jam to go with it. When he's eaten all your muffins, he'll want to go to the store to get some more muffin mix. In this...

"Unexpected emotional depth. . . . A thought-provoking read-aloud." — Publishers Weekly (starred review) Nothing makes Sierra happy like soccer. Her shoes have flames as she spins the ball down the spread-out sea of grass. But nothing makes her sad like...

From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Just Ask! comes a sweet and powerful story about being true to yourself and shining your brightest. How will you help people shine?There once was a little girl who grew up in Puerto Rico with an...

Bestselling novelist (How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents) and children's (The Tia Lola Stories) author Julia Alvarez's new picture book is a beautifully crafted poem for children that gently addresses the emotional side of death. The book asks,...

Step into a world of micro-tales that pack a mighty punch of humor! Short Stories presents ten hilarious encounters between unexpected animal pairings, each told with remarkable economy. From the unseen dangers of a hedgehog at a birthday party to the...

A cozy tale of winter hope and joy, from award-winning and New York Times-bestselling duo Philip and Erin Stead, perfect for fans of The Snowy Nap and The Mitten.Amos McGee, the friendly zookeeper, loves spending time with his good friends no matter the...

A walk through their bustling city neighborhood brings a girl and her grandfather closer together in this gentle, contemplative picture book that’s “a reminder of the importance of being in the world with unhurried attention and open hearts” (Publishers...

Running a bakery is no cakewalk for a tiny dragon with a big sweet tooth! Tummy rumbles turn to belly laughs in this feel-good picture book from the bestselling author and illustrator of The Bakery Dragon.Batter up!Ember is in charge while the baker...

A girl and her pet giraffe are friends despite their difference in size in this tender picture book companion to the bestselling and acclaimed Strictly No Elephants.A girl knows having a pet giraffe poses some difficulties, like finding a way to take...

Small Walt meets The Last Stop on Market Street in this picture book about a warmhearted elevator that’s part matchmaker, part friend, and all sweetness.Every day, Ellie the elevator works tirelessly to make the residents of her building happy. She loves...

Four ducks are tired of their small pond and set out for an adventure in the big lake. Walking at the back, Eric isn't sure. He’s heard there’s a monster in the lake, but his friends don’t believe a word of that old story! Eric reluctantly tags along,...

Get ready! Grandma is coming for a visit! Grandma is coming to see you! And it doesn't matter if she has to ride on a train, ski down a mountain, or pedal a bicycle to get there. Here she comes! With its cozy size, bouncy text, and delightful pictures,...

Based on bestselling author and award-winning dogsledder Blair Braverman's real-life team of sled dogs! An adorable sled dog discovers the power of teamwork, self-acceptance, and never giving up in this debut picture book. "Dogsled racer Braverman's...

From Marginalian creator Maria Popova and acclaimed illustrator Sarah Jacoby comes this gorgeous picture book about the dark side of the moon, and creative solitude as an antidote to loneliness. A Publishers Weekly Big Indie Children's Book of Fall...

From award-winning creator Felicita Sala comes a whimsical adventure about a child who's determined to recover all his misplaced belongings, wherever they may be A baseball cap. A special sweater covered in dogs. A marble collection. The baseball cap,...

A lighthearted, thought-provoking--and yes, weird!--story about celebrating the different quirks we all have, from award-winning creators Victor D.O. Santos and Catarina Sobral Have you ever noticed that the world is full of weird people? Anywhere you...