3–6 yrsPaper Dolls
Julia Donaldson
A little girl and her paper dolls embark on a wild adventure together, evading tigers and crocodiles with the power of imagination. A tender story about the magic of childhood play and the enduring power of love and memory.
3–6 yrsSomeday
Peter H Reynolds
A mother watches her daughter grow up, imagining all the wonderful things she might one day become. A tender, lyrical picture book about a parent's deepest hopes and the enduring power of love.
3–6 yrsThe Gruffalo
Julia Donaldson
A clever little mouse invents a terrifying monster called the Gruffalo to scare off predators — and then the Gruffalo turns out to be real. Julia Donaldson's wittiest picture book, with a mouse who outwits everyone.
3–7 yrsBeautiful Oops
Barney Saltzberg
Every mistake is an opportunity to make something beautiful. Barney Saltzberg's interactive book shows children that torn paper, spilled paint, and smudges can become works of art.
So Much Slime
Jason Lefebvre
A child is absolutely obsessed with making slime — much to everyone else's exasperation. A funny, messy, joyfully chaotic picture book about creativity, enthusiasm, and the wonderful things that happen when kids follow their passions.
4–7 yrsThe Most Magnificent Thing
Ashley Spires
A little girl is determined to make the most magnificent thing — but it's harder than she thought and she nearly gives up. A spot-on picture book about frustration, persistence, and the satisfaction of getting something just right.
4–7 yrsThe Adventures of the Dish and the Spoon
Mini Grey
The Dish and the Spoon from the nursery rhyme ran away together — but what happened next? A charming, inventive adventure full of vaudeville flair, unexpected twists, and Mini Grey's gorgeous illustration style.
4–7 yrsCharlie Cook's Favourite Book
Julia Donaldson
Charlie Cook is reading a book about a pirate, who is reading a book about a knight, who is reading a book... A brilliantly inventive story within a story within a story — perfect for young book lovers.
4–7 yrsThe Day the Crayons Quit
Drew Daywalt
Duncan's crayons have had enough and send him letters of complaint — the red one is exhausted, the white one feels invisible, and the peach one is absolutely naked. A hilarious, creative picture book that children adore.
4–7 yrsOlivia
Ian Falconer
Olivia is a pig with enormous energy, enormous opinions, and enormous ambition. Ian Falconer's witty, sophisticated picture book is as entertaining for parents as it is for children.
4–8 yrsHappy Dreamer
Peter H Reynolds
A joyful celebration of children who think differently, dream big, and don't always fit the mould. An affirming picture book for every child who has ever been told to sit still and pay attention — and couldn't.
4–8 yrsSky Color
Peter H Reynolds
Marisol needs to paint the sky for a class mural, but there is no blue paint left. A creative, freeing story about seeing the world differently and solving problems with imagination rather than convention.
4–8 yrsThe North Star
Peter H Reynolds
A traveler follows the North Star but keeps getting distracted by detours and shortcuts. A philosophical picture book about staying true to your own path — gentle, visual, and surprisingly profound.
5–8 yrsAda Twist Scientist
Andrea Beaty
Ada Twist asks why about everything — and when a terrible smell invades the house, she applies the scientific method to solve the mystery. An inspiring picture book for curious children, especially girls interested in science.
5–8 yrsIggy Peck Architect
Andrea Beaty
Iggy builds extraordinary structures out of anything he can find — and when his class gets stranded on an island, his skills save the day. A love letter to children who build, design, and create.
5–8 yrsThe Dot
Peter H Reynolds
Vashti says she can't draw — so her teacher just asks her to make a dot and sign it. A quiet masterpiece about the power of encouragement and what it means to call yourself an artist.
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