Picture Books

Sam the library mouse loves to write, and the children love his little books, which he leaves on the library shelves for them to find.Ê

Tomie dePaola's glorious paintings are as luminous as the farolitos that light up on the Plaza in Santa Fe for the procession of Las Posadas.Ê

Fuge has created a delightful menagerie of creatures, from an ARTY AARDVARK and BOUNCING BEAR to a vet-visiting VULTURE and sweetly WORRIED WALRUS.Ê

In this clever retelling of Cinderella, Ponyella longs to show Princess Penelope her fabulous leaps and jumps at the royal pony championship.Ê

A little girl discovers the beauty in herselfÑand the beauty of the world around herÑnot by looking in the mirror but by looking in her Nana's eyes.Ê

A humorous and imaginative story that is easily understood and enjoyed by children. The vivid, colorful illustrations tell the story, delivering a valuable lesson.Ê

With gentle humor and a touch of magic, Arthur Howard reveals how true friendship sometimes turns up in the most surprising places. This is a great book that can lead to discussions on friendship, pets, or Halloween.Ê

In this zany, hilarious Fly Guy picture book, Buzz tries to help Fly Guy find the right pet. It seems that everyone else at the park has a pet, so Fly Guy wants one too!Ê

A humorous twist on the classic tale, where a young wolf dreams of eating a boy and tricks his parents, leading to unexpected consequences.Ê

Join the mouse from "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie" as he bakes his own cookies in his little mouse house. This board book with sturdy pages is perfect for preschoolers.Ê

An imaginative story of amazing food weather that inspired the hit movie, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs is a favorite of grown-ups and children everywhere.Ê

This tale of a peddler and a band of mischievous monkeys is filled with warmth, humor, and simplicity and also teaches children about problem and resolution.Ê

Lola loves to hear Daddy read a new library book each night, an activity that spurs her imagination and results in inventive play the next day.Ê

This book teaches children about the importance of trees in our ecosystem and how they can help protect them. It's part of the Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science series, encouraging environmental awareness from a young age.Ê

This book explores the diversity of houses around the world, discussing different materials and structures used in various cultures. It's an educational resource that broadens children's understanding of global living environments.Ê

A clever young man tricks an old woman into believing that soup can be made from a stone. As the pot of water boils with the stone in it, he urges her to add more and more ingredients until the soup is a feast "fit for a king."Ê

In this story, Curious George swallows a puzzle piece and ends up in the hospital. The book provides a gentle introduction to hospitals and medical procedures, helping to alleviate children's fears.Ê

An inventive tale of two children and their friendship, this classic picture book by Leo Lionni also explains how colors blend. It's a beloved story that teaches about friendship and color mixing.Ê

This informative book introduces young readers to the process of discovering dinosaur fossils, explaining how scientists excavate, preserve, and study these ancient remains. It's part of the Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science series, designed to engage children with hands-on and visual learning.Ê

Angelina discovers a beautiful butterfly and decides to keep it as a pet. She learns about the importance of letting wild creatures live freely. A gentle story about empathy and nature.

Based on the popular TV series, this book follows siblings Charlie and Lola as they engage in playful antics, including trying to scare each other. A fun read about sibling relationships and imagination.

A story about a young mouse named Matthew who visits an art museum and is inspired to pursue his own artistic dreams. The narrative encourages creativity and the appreciation of art.

A 1962 picture book by Ezra Jack Keats featuring Peter, an African American boy, exploring his neighborhood after the first snowfall. The book is notable for its collage illustrations and was awarded the 1963 Caldecott Medal.Ê

A classic fairy tale about three pigs who build houses of straw, sticks, and bricks. When the Big Bad Wolf comes to blow their houses down, only the brick house withstands his huffing and puffing. A timeless story about hard work and perseverance.