Picture Books for Summer

Jabari Jumps

by Cornwall, Gaia

Picture Book - 2019

Jabari is definitely ready to jump off the diving board. He's finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, and he's a great jumper, so he's not...Show more Jabari is definitely ready to jump off the diving board. He's finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, and he's a great jumper, so he's not scared at all. "Looks easy," says Jabari, watching the other kids take their turns. But when his dad squeezes his hand, Jabari squeezes back. Show less

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Lost Cat!

by Rayner, Jacqueline K.

Picture Book - 2023

Spare, simple, funny, and perfect for preschoolers, the saga of a cat who doesn't show up for dinner and the little girl who wishes she knew where he might be—but the reader knows! Spare, simple, funny, and perfect for preschoolers, the saga of a cat who doesn't show up for dinner and the little girl who wishes she knew where he might be—but the reader knows! Show less

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What Does Little Crocodile Say at the Beach?

by Montanari, Eva

Picture Book - 2023

In this charming book of sounds, Little Crocodile goes camping and visits the beach with Big Crocodile and experiences sand, sun, independence, and play, ...Show more In this charming book of sounds, Little Crocodile goes camping and visits the beach with Big Crocodile and experiences sand, sun, independence, and play, ultimately enjoying their day . . . after a small meltdown, of course! Little ones will delight in the adorable illustrations and fun read-aloud, and parents will delight in the sly humor and familiar emotional rollercoaster of a toddler's day. Show less

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The Nature Journal

A Backyard Adventure

by Allen, Savannah

Picture Book - 2023

A charming and nature-filled picture book about a young boy who connects with his busy dad over their love of nature. A charming and nature-filled picture book about a young boy who connects with his busy dad over their love of nature. Show less

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Jungle Adventure

by Murray, Lily

Picture Book - 2020

Imagine if you could have an adventure in the jungle. What if you could have MILLIONS of them? With this story-building book, readers aged 5+ can create...Show more Imagine if you could have an adventure in the jungle. What if you could have MILLIONS of them? With this story-building book, readers aged 5+ can create their own jungle-inspired adventures , over and over again. Just read the question and choose from the vibrant pictures on the page to build the story. Show less

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The Song That Called Them Home

by Robertson, David

Picture Book - 2023

From the award-winning author of On the Trapline comes a cinematic fantasy-adventure story inspired by Indigenous legends. From the award-winning author of On the Trapline comes a cinematic fantasy-adventure story inspired by Indigenous legends. Show less

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The World Belonged to Us

by Woodson, Jacqueline

Picture Book - 2022

A group of kids celebrate the joy and freedom of summer on their Brooklyn block. A group of kids celebrate the joy and freedom of summer on their Brooklyn block. Show less

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The Train Home

by Kim, Dan-ah

Picture Book - 2023

Nari lives in a rowdy home in a crowded city. She sometimes wishes she lived somewhere else, somewhere quiet that she has all to herself. So when a train rumbles by her window, Nari goes on a journey to find her dream home. Nari lives in a rowdy home in a crowded city. She sometimes wishes she lived somewhere else, somewhere quiet that she has all to herself. So when a train rumbles by her window, Nari goes on a journey to find her dream home. Show less

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Summer Song

by Henkes, Kevin

Picture Book - 2020

Have you ever noticed that everything in the summer sounds like music? Have you ever noticed that everything in the summer seems more green? Summer songs ...Show more Have you ever noticed that everything in the summer sounds like music? Have you ever noticed that everything in the summer seems more green? Summer songs are wind in the grass, sprinklers on the lawn, birds in the sky, and thunder during a late afternoon storm. The bees, dragonflies, crickets, and butterflies also play their notes. The creators of Winter Is Here, When Spring Comes, and In The Middle of Fall, are back with the final installment of the seasons series. Show less

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Summer Is for Cousins

by LaRocca, Rajani

Picture Book - 2023

This picture book all about summertime fun celebrates the resilient bond between extended family members. This picture book all about summertime fun celebrates the resilient bond between extended family members. Show less

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How to Catch A Garden Fairy

A Springtime Adventure

by Walstead, Alice

Picture Book - 2023

Join the How to Catch kids as they try to catch a magical Garden Fairy. Join the How to Catch kids as they try to catch a magical Garden Fairy. Show less

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Wondering Around

by Fleming, Meg

Picture Book - 2022

From mysterious footprints on a forest path to mystifying reflections of water on sand, nature has a way of making us curious. Wondering Around is a delic...Show more From mysterious footprints on a forest path to mystifying reflections of water on sand, nature has a way of making us curious. Wondering Around is a deliciously woven celebration of how wondering about one small thing in nature can lead to infinite discovery. Show less

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Is This the Bus for Us?

by Ziefert, Harriet/ Brown, Richard (ILT)

Book - 2023

"Patience pays off for Leo and his sisters as they wait for the right bus to take them to the park! Kids will hoot and howl with delight as one bus a...Show more "Patience pays off for Leo and his sisters as they wait for the right bus to take them to the park! Kids will hoot and howl with delight as one bus after another, filled with assortments of animals and sea creatures, passes Leo and his family in this comical and charming story." Show less

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