9. Strawberry Shortcake: Puppy Love! by Amy Ackelsberg

When Huckleberry’s Pie’s van breaks down as he is on the way to Berry Big City to find homes for a bunch of adorable puppies, Strawberry Shortcake and her friends offer to dog sit while he repairs his pet-mobile.

part of the Strawberry Shortcake series

Acorn Was a Little Wild by Jen Arena

Jory John’s Bad Seed series meets After the Fall by Dan Santat in this charming picture book about a young acorn’s grand adventure and the incredible transformation that follows.

Acorn is a little wild, and from his oak tree perch, he longs for adventure. When he’s the first of his friends to jump off the oak tree, he’s on his way into the wide world, full of new experiences that fill his little heart with excitement!

But when a squirrel buries Acorn deep underground, the thrill-seeking Acorn finds himself forced to stay still, in the darkness, for a long time. To turn this biggest setback into a wild adventure, Acorn may have to change from the inside out.

7. Pixar Storybook Collection by Courtney Carbone and Others

Join in the Pixar fun! Set off on an adventure with Luca and Alberto, embark on a quest with Ian and Barley, explore the ocean with Dory and Nemo, and much more!

With eighteen stories and over 250 illustrations, this storybook collection is a must-have for Pixar fans! The collection includes eighteen stories for Pixar fans from such movies as Toy Story, Monsters, Inc., Coco, Soul, Luca, and Onward.

10. Knight Owl by Christopher Denise

A determined Owl builds strength and confidence in this medieval picture book about the real mettle of a hero: wits, humor, and heart.

Since the day he hatched, Owl dreamed of becoming a real knight. He may not be the biggest or the strongest, but his sharp nocturnal instincts can help protect the castle, especially since many knights have recently gone missing. While holding guard during Knight Night Watch, Owl is faced with the ultimate trial—a frightening intruder. It’s a daunting duel by any measure. But what Owl lacks in size, he makes up for in good ideas.

Full of wordplay and optimism, this surprising display of bravery proves that cleverness (and friendship) can rule over brawn.

Everything Will Be OK by Anna Dewdney

The bestselling creators of Llama Llama and Skippyjon Jones bring warmth and humor to a story with a comforting message we could all use when times are tough: everything will be okay.

Nothing is going right for little Bunny today.

His sandwich has PB&J instead of cheese.

He’s lost his kite.

Ow! And he’s stubbed his toe!

But while some days can feel more sad than happy, there’s always a bright spot on the horizon. Anna Dewdney and Judy Schachner perfectly blend rhyme, humor, and comfort to show readers the way out of a tough spot–no matter if it’s big or small.

The Pout-Pout Fish and the Worry-Worry Whale by Deborah Diesen

Mr. Fish helps his friend Willa Whale overcome her social anxiety in the next installment of the New York Times-bestselling Pout-Pout Fish series from Deborah Diesen and Dan Hanna.

Willa Whale is full of worries! Will the party be too loud?
Will she find someone to talk to? Will she get lost in the crowd?

Mr. Fish is Willa’s friend, and he’d like to help her out.
Can some of his suggestions help Willa with her doubt?

Swim along with The Pout-Pout Fish and Willa Whale as they explore the world of worry. Together, they might just learn that when worry swims inside us, there are things that we can do!

8. Being a Dog: A Tail of Mindfulness by Maria Gianferrari

Simply be like a dog with this irresistible picture book by beloved author Maria Gianferrari and illustrated by #1 New York Times bestselling artist Pete Oswald that introduces readers to mindfulness.

Join a young child and their dog as they experience every minute of the day to its fullest—from the second they wake up to the moment they fall asleep. Readers will love barking, wagging, and sniffing along with the gentle cues in the book.

Interactive backmatter includes prompts for a mindfulness walk that engages all five senses as well as a guided breathing exercise.

4. Pretty Perfect Kitty-Corn by Shannon Hale

Unicorn is perfect.
Everybody thinks so.
He yearns to look the way everyone thinks he should.

But when a fumble makes Unicorn feel like a big, ugly goof, he can’t help but If he’s not absolutely perfect and majestic all the time, will Kitty even want to be his best friend anymore?

The magical, bestselling team of Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham put their horns together once again for a heart-bursting story featuring an utterly adorable kitty-corn pair, showing readers that it’s okay to embrace our flaws and share the messy parts of ourselves.

book 2 of the Kitty-Corn series

Hey, Bruce! An Interactive Book by Ryan T. Higgins

In Hey, Bruce!, Bruce the bear experiences . . . well, whatever readers want him to.

Rupert, Thistle, and Nibbs, the fun-loving mice in Bruce’s begrudgingly expansive family, guide readers on a quest for a fun reading experience, with Bruce the ever-reluctant star. As readers turn the page, flip the book, and follow the mice’s increasingly silly instructions, Bruce is sent flying and tumbling—all as he looks right up the reader’s nose! How will you interact with Bruce?

Bruce’s life is what YOU, the reader, make it in this special interactive addition to the award-winning Mother Bruce series.

book 7 in the Mother Bruce series

Brave Enough by Rob Justus

Little Brother sees monsters everywhere, so he’d rather stay safely inside and read all about them in his books. Big Sister believes monsters are nothing but phony baloney make-believe and drags Little Brother on a hair-raising adventure to prove it.

In a hilarious echo of common sibling squabbles that both older and younger siblings will appreciate, Little Brother has soon had ENOUGH of Big Sister trying to make him just like her. When Big Sister leads them into big trouble, it’s time for Little Brother to show that he has what it takes to save the day.

With playful narration and lively art, Brave Enough is an entertaining adventure about how everyone can be brave in their own way and their own time.

Forest by Brendan Kearney

Finn and Skip are on an adventure vacation, cycling through the towering rainforests of central America, when they notice that large patches of trees seem to have disappeared. The plot thickens when an unexpected guest arrives at their campsite–a lonely baby tapir. They feed their new friend, but the next morning they wake up to even more hungry animals. It seems something is afoot in the forest, and Finn and Skip set out to discover what’s going on …

With its fun, quirky illustrations, Forest is the perfect addition to a child’s bookshelf. Young readers will love this picture book with a timely and ultimately uplifting message about protecting the world around us.

Hamsters Make Terrible Roommates by Cheryl B. Klein

Two hamster roommates with wildly different personalities crammed in one cage–what could go wrong in this hilarious story about introverts versus extroverts?

It’s been two hundred and five days since Henry has had peace. That’s because it’s been two hundred and five days since Marvin has come to live with him. Marvin, who loves to talk in the tunnels, talk while they’re eating, talk while they’re running. Marvin, who drives Henry up the cage walls. But when Henry finally loses his cool and gets exactly what he wanted, both hamsters have to figure out a way to live together and work through their communication mishaps.

5. The Panda in You! by Cynthea Liu

Mei Lee is a confident, dorky thirteen-year-old torn between staying her mother’s dutiful daughter and the chaos of adolescence. And as if changes to her interests, relationships, and body weren’t enough, whenever she gets too excited (which for a teenager is practically ALWAYS), she “poofs” into a giant red panda!

I’m Not Scared, You’re Scared! by Seth Meyers

When you’re a bear who is easily scared, it’s hard to have friends. Fortunately, Bear has one: Rabbit, who is very brave. One day, Rabbit urges Bear to face his fears and embark on an adventure together. However, things don’t entirely go as planned, and the two friends learn the true meaning of bravery.

Equal parts hilarious and touching, this funny tale of adventure, bravery, and daring rescue will both inspire the adventurous spirit in all of us and make us laugh along the way. With the unfailingly witty voice of one of America’s favorite comedians, Seth Meyers’s debut picture book is bound for hilarity history.

1. Meet My Friends! (And Enemies) by Charlie Moon

This storybook is perfect for young fans who want to learn all about Sonic and the friends he made on Earth!

part of the Sonic the Hedgehog series

Princess Charming by Zibby Owens

Princess Charming can’t quite seem to find her “thing.” She’s tried everything from cooking to hip-hop, and hasn’t been able to perfect either. Even her cartwheels are subpar. But when the castle hosts a superstar for a special event, Princess Charming finally finds her time to shine.

Princess Charming is about a brand-new princess character filled with fun, humor, and girl power. With a modern look and can-do attitude, Princess Charming is the perfect gift for all young readers who never give up!

3. Bluey 5-Minute Stories by Penguin Young Readers Licenses

Cheese and crackers! This treasury includes 6 stories of Bluey and Bingo and their amazing adventures with their friends and family! It’s the perfect read for bedtime, when you’re on-the-go, and anytime in-between. This book includes the stories “The Pool,” “Bingo,” “Charades,” “Hammerbarn,” “Typewriter,” and “Baby Race.”

Anna, Elsa, and the Enchanting Holiday by Meredith Rusu

Anna, Queen of Arendelle, doesn’t want to think of spending the holiday without her sister, Elsa, the Snow Queen, by her side.

But their lives have changed a lot, and their responsibilities lie in separate places. With the help of her fiancé, Kristoff; his best friend, Sven, the reindeer; and Olaf, the talking snowman, Anna makes special arrangements to share the holiday with Elsa and the spirits of nature in the Enchanted Forest.

No Bunnies Here! by Tammi Sauer

From the author of Wordy Birdy and the illustrator of The Very Impatient Caterpillar comes a hilarious picture book about a super-sassy bunny who tries to save himself and his cotton-tailed pals from a wolf by conning him into thinking they are not bunnies, despite the fact that a.) they are very clearly bunnies and b.) more and more (and more!) bunnies keep showing up. How many bunnies are in this book? A LOT!

Young readers and their parents won’t be able to stop giggling at this chatty, boisterous, fur-filled, fun-filled caper.

6. Little Blue Truck Makes a Friend by Alice Schertle

Beep! Beep! Have you heard the news? There is someone new on the farm!

All the animals are nervous and excited about meeting a new friend–what will he be like? Does he neigh like a horse or oink like a pig? Does he have fur or feathers? Does he swim? Does he fly? Making new friends can be scary at first but being kind and helping others feel welcome is always the right move.

Luckily, Blue knows just the thing to help his friends, old and new, feel at home! Little Blue’s Beep! was loud and clear: We are very glad you’re here!

Endlessly Ever After: Pick Your Path to Countless Fairy Tale Endings! by Laurel Snyder

This funny, original choose-your-path picture book of fractured fairy tales will charm any young fan of the genre, putting the power of storytelling right in the reader’s hands!

Grab your basket and your coat. Put on some walking shoes.
Turn the page and begin: Which story will you choose?

Award-winning creators Laurel Snyder and Dan Santat transform a crowd of classic tales into an ever-changing, fascinating, laugh-out-loud choose-your-path picture book, in which you may find a sleeping maiden, waste away in a sticky licorice cage, discover the gold at the end of a wild goose chase, or maybe (just maybe) save yourself—and the day!

The Problem with Pajamas by Lauren Stohler

Pajamas are the worst! They zap you! They trap you! They scritch and they scratch you! And then, when you think it can’t get any worse, they make your feet sweat.

Cody has had enough of wrinkly socks, itchy sweaters, and too-tight pants, so she’s definitely not going to wear PJs to bed. But Dad has a soft, snuggly plan that just might help Cody realize some pajamas aren’t so awful after all.

Llama Rocks the Cradle of Chaos by Jonathan Stutzman

Greedy Llama travels back in time to eat his marvelous birthday donut a second time, but a Baby Llama follows him to the present, and soon his house is a chaos of cave llamas, barbarian bunnies, and Viking pigs.

part of the Llama Book series

Skip to My Moo: A Rollicking Barnyard Story by Iza Trapani

Moo-ve and groove to this fanciful picture book retelling of “Skip to My Lou” as the farm animals put on their dancing shoes for a hoedown, by bestselling author Iza Trapani. Skip, skip, skip to my moo, skip to my moo my darlings! Moo-ve and groove with your favorite farm animals as cow begins a raucous hoedown in the barnyard. Follow the animals as they do-si-do, two-step, sashay, and line dance their way to the best barn party you ever saw.

2. The Pigeon Will Ride the Roller Coaster! by Mo Willems

Buckle up for twists, turns, and emotional loop-de-loops in the most roller coaster-y Pigeon book ever! Pigeon experiences an emotional loop-de-loop as he anticipates his turn to ride the roller coaster. The Pigeon WILL be ready. Will YOU!?

part of the Pigeon series