Summer 2026 Picture Books

Say Hello Like an Armadillo

Written by Zewlan Moor Illustrated by Karen Obuhanych

4-8

It’s not just people who say “hello”—animals do, too! This playful story invites children to be open to all kinds of greetings as animals from around the world show off the unique ways they say “hello.” From belugas’ fin shakes and tongue clicks to fiddler crabs’ waving claws to armadillos’ unrolling to say “hi,” these clever, creative animal greetings encourage young readers to experiment with different ways of greeting one another.

The Perfect Match

Written by Chris Becker Illustrated by Dan Taylor

4-8

An adorable, action-packed spin on Cinderella featuring lots of soccer and a prince with two royal dads.

How to Scare a Mouse and Bear

Written by Ross Collins

4-8

Trick-or-treat! Mouse and Bear are back in a spooky and spectacularly silly follow-up to Ross Collins’s beloved There’s a Bear on My Chair.

That Bird Can Draw!

Illustrated by Ged Adamson

4-8

A hilarious picture book about creativity, unleashing your inner artist, and one very special bird!

The Velveteen Rabbit

Written by Margery Williams Illustrated by Sarah Massini

4-8

A beautiful keepsake edition of one of the most beloved classics of all time.

Helping Daddy

Written by Angel Dike Illustrated by Ebony Glenn

2-5

Baby loves doing everything with Daddy—from sorting laundry to gardening in the backyard—in this heartwarming picture book about the everyday bond between a dad and his child.