Picture Books

In the middle of a Chinese forest, a baby panda munches on bamboo. Where is his place on the big, blue Earth? This richly illustrated poem illuminates a unique geographical perspective, showcasing China's environment. Take in ever-widening views from...

Adam is autistic. He often rocks back and forth during story time. When his classmate Max makes fun of Adam's stimming behavior, it takes a teacher stepping in to help the two boys understand each other. Includes a glossary of important words and tips...

When a box of cell phones is accidentally delivered to the zoo, one blue gnu quickly calls two white sheep, who plan a party - beep beep beep! This illustrated picture book will keep young readers giggling and guessing to the end. News of the party...

Blues guitarist Blind Willie Johnson led a hardscrabble life, but in 1977, NASA's Voyager spacecrafts were launched, carrying a golden record to introduce planet Earth to the cosmos, and one of his songs became the defining anthem.

In 1944 a vacant army base in upstate New York became the temporary home of over 900 men, women and children who had fled Europe towards the end of World War II. With little more than the clothing on their backs, Rebekkah and her mother are just two of...

Long ago Beaver did not look like he does now. Yes, he had two very large front teeth, but his tail was not wide and flat. It was thick with silky fur. Vain Beaver is inordinately proud of his glorious tail. When he's not bragging about his tail, Beaver...

Mr. McGinty and his dog Sophie love checking in on the monarch caterpillars and butterflies on their summer walks. But one day Mr. McGinty is shocked to find that all the milkweed in town has been mowed down! And monarch caterpillars, he explains, can't...

It’s 1969 and Marty’s family lives on the U.S. island of Guam, where his father manages the NASA tracking station. It’s important work and never more so than during the Apollo 11 space mission, where the tracking station...

Long, long ago there was a time when men did not venture into the deep ocean waters. It was believed that the world was flat and to sail beyond the horizon meant falling off the edge of the earth. So even though they were drawn to and fascinated by the...

When thunder roars and lightning flashes, Raccoon is afraid to be alone in his home. So he hurries out to see if any of his neighbors in Thistle Hollow have room to spare for a friend in need. When Raccoon knocks on the doors of Possum, Quail, and...

The Original Art 2020 Nominee. One evening at dusk a wind current carries a lone firefly out over the sea. Glancing down into the water, the insect is mesmerized by the glowing bioluminescence, mistaking it for other fireflies. Seeking company, the...

A back-to-school celebration featuring the beloved characters from the New York Times-bestselling All Are Welcome! This Step 2 early reader is perfect for emerging readers who are excited to learn more at school.The sun is up...

In Xavier's neighborhood, tattoos represent gang membership. After Xavier catches an unexpected glimpse of his new teacher's tattoos, he learns that there's more than meets the eye when it comes to the cultural significance of tattoos. Based on real...

Winona tends to worry about all the things that could go wrong, and it's turning her into a worry warthog! From monsters under the bed to failing math tests, worries keep swirling around in her head. Can Winona learn some ways to keep her anxiety under...

Ivy loves spending time with her grandmother, especially their trips to the beach to look for sea glass. But her heart breaks when Grandma unexpectantly dies. As Ivy works through her grief, she finds a special way to remember her grandma and share her...

“A subtle cry for environmental activism in an enticing package.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “An artful and expressive take on the effects of global warming.”—School Library Journal (starred...

After magnifying the beauty of unseen organisms in Tiny Creatures, Nicola Davies and Emily Sutton turn their talents to the vast variety of life on Earth.The more we study the world around us, the more living things we discover every day. The...

Sam and Milo are best friends, on and off the basketball court. But then Milo moves away. He leaves Sam with a special gift—a book of his very own. Sam treasures the book and loses himself in the story, which helps take his mind off missing his...

How do you ask someone how they’re doing in Spanish? What’s the Spanish word for school? With this book, curious kids will learn to see and say simple words and phrases in Spanish. Culturally specific photos and Pebble Sprout’s...

How do you tell someone “Goodbye” in Mandarin? What’s the Mandarin word for spring? With this book, curious kids will learn to see and say simple words and phrases in Mandarin. Culturally specific photos and Pebble Sprout’s...

How do you tell someone that you’re hungry in German? What’s the German word for airplane? With this book, curious kids will learn to see and say simple words and phrases in German. Culturally specific photos and Pebble Sprout’s...

How do you greet someone in French? What’s the French word for horse? With this book, curious kids will be able to see and say simple words and phrases in French. Culturally specific photos and Pebble Sprout’s interactive format make...

Sharp, triangular teeth! Sparkly, square gems! Long, rectangular airplane wings! Shapes surround you at the museum. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this captivating picture book brings the museum to you. Look deeper into each...

Meet Bob. He's the all-time favorite library book at Wisdom Hill Elementary. But Sebastian is nothing like Bob’s previous enthusiastic borrowers. In fact, Sebastian completely forgets about Bob! Will Bob ever feel the love of a contented fan again,...

Eagles flying and seals swimming. Kangaroos hopping and snakes slithering. Animals are always on the move at the zoo, and you are invited to visit! Mimic these animal moves in this energetic picture book created in collaboration with the Smithsonian...

Square, Triangle, and all the other shapes each think they’re perfectly perfect for a special job at the library. Line is literally imperfect—broken and chipped by the long journey to the library. But Line has a quiet determination and fierce...

A monkey hides in a game room. A mitten hides in a garden. A hammer hides in a kitchen. Do you see the dragonfly on the sewing table? Can you find them in this fun book of photo puzzles?

Spending time with Grandma is priceless! From biking and baking to playing games and making crafts, the fun is endless. And on top of all that fun, the memories are unforgettable. So it makes sense that your dragon wants to experience the love, magic,...

Tanks, helicopters, and fighter jets—the military has lots of amazing vehicles! How do they work, and what kinds of jobs can they do? Kids will find the answers to all their questions about military vehicles in this fun, interactive book.