New & Coming Soon Picture Books

Looking for something new to read? Check out this list of new and coming soon picture books to share with your little one. You can place a hold in the catalog by clicking on a title. 

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Agostini, Alliah L

It's the first day of school for Afua! There's no one word to name her feelings. Is she scared? Excited? Oh wait, she's scarecited! Her own combination of both. Why should she have to choose?

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Campbell, Chelsea M.

In this hilarious debut picture book, the human school is full, but don't worry--a spot at the local dragon school waiting for you!

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Chang, Vivienne

A boy imagines all the adventures he could have while forgetting to enjoy the present moment.

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Chase, Kristen Mei

Fourth-generation Chinese American Mei celebrates her heritage by sharing her family's history at an antiracism rally supporting Asian Americans.

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Douglas, Corlette

To Leo, each day is a new adventure. Today, he had lots of fun playing outside. He jumped in rain puddles and got all covered in mud! Now it's time to come in and take a bath. Leo knows exactly what he needs: a washcloth, shampoo ... and his favorite bath toys, of course!

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Friedrich, Paul

When the alphabet starts with Z instead of A, Zebra and Yak make their way through a mixed-up alphabet in search of Apple.

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Gourley, Kashelle

All is well in one dog's life until he must investigate a mysterious, unwanted visitor who keeps intruding his house.

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Ho, Joanna

Mindy is the first baby in Milk Tea Town whose colors are different, but as more are born they band together to study history and learn what it really means to be "boba".

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Howes, Katey

Throughout the course of a beautiful summer day, from sunrise to moonrise, a host of animals find their way through a gap in the hedge, bringing the farm to life.

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Hughes, Alison

A child's bedroom, and the rest of his house, has become cluttered with stuff. But when one small act of giving something away sparks joy, he keeps going--and before you know it, his little sister, friends, and family get involved in donating items to people in need and bringing the whole community together for a swap party. Here is a heartening story that illustrates for the youngest readers how less can be MORE: more space for living, loving, and knowing that we already have PLENTY.

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Kenyon, Rachel Tawil

You Can Sit with Me is a softhearted picture book that shows how much a day can shift by one person simply reaching out a hand for someone to feel more welcome.

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Rafi, Sana

A delightful picture book that celebrates the variety of sweets in South Asia and the small moments shared between loved ones in our everyday lives.
 

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Saltzberg, Barney

Frog and Toad meets The Little Prince in this touching social emotional learning picture book by acclaimed creator Barney Saltzberg about a determined boulder who yearns to get close enough to his cactus friend to see her flowers bloom, and the thoughtful rabbit who makes their wish come true.

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Schofield-Morrison, Connie

This high-spirited text by Connie Schofield-Morrison paired with super sweet art by New York Times bestselling illustrator Shamar Knight-Justice is a joyful ode to play and boyhood, perfect for readers who loved The King of Kindergarten.

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Vail, Rachel

A sea anemone in the ocean confidently sets itself some personal boundaries.

Summaries provided by DPL's catalog unless otherwise noted. Click on each title to view more information.

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