new picture books 2025

"Celebrate the right to read with this kid-friendly picture book that explores book banning from the book's point of view."--Provided by publisher.

A young Native American boy demonstrates bravery by proudly wearing his long hair in a braid to honor his ancestors' traditions.

"Unsure and a little afraid, an old horse arrives at a rescue farm, hoping to find his forever home"--

"A cozy story about sharing, showing gratitude, and a fondness for tea."--Provided by publisher.

Kiona can't seem to catch anything while playing with Mom, but before bedtime, she catches something just right.

"Cats love books, too! But why? Is it the scratchiness of the cover? Characters that leap off the page like cats leap off, well, everything? Or could it be they love books for the same reasons we do?"--

"Grab a piece of sidewalk chalk and join in the fun! Join a pair of adorable siblings as they explore the incredible power of a piece of chalk to transform the world around them. Joined by people of all ages from their neighborhood along the way, they use their bucket of chalk to make some sidewalk magic. With rhyming text by Chelsea Tornetto and increasingly colorful illustrations by Laurel Aylesworth, Chalk the Walk is a celebration of imagination"--...

Oscar discovers a treasure chest and is initially disappointed to find only words inside, but when he tosses fluorescent into the bushes, a bright yellow hedgehog runs by and Oscar discovers using new words is fun.

"A young Syrian American girl remembers the beauty and joy of her home in a gorgeous picture book that is perfect for fans of Watercress"--

"Anyone can make it on their own -- just ask Colette! She's a solitary bee who enjoys her own company more than anyone else's and thrives on her independence. Colette can do just about anything by herself : day-to-day tasks, cleverly navigating the elements,and even setting out on solo adventures. But sometimes, even the most solitary bees need other insects around -- like when things don't go as planned, or when they've simply got a good story to...