Kids

Talk, Read, Sing Booklist

The following booklist was compiled by Children’s Librarians from the Monroe County Library System. Click the title or book jacket image to see more detail about the book, and for information on borrowing from the library.

Amara’s Farm

by Brown-Wood, JaNay

A young girl searches for pumpkins on her farm in this joyful celebration of cool-weather fruits and vegetables, from the new “Where in the Garden?” series.


The Rice in the Pot Goes Round and Round

by Shang, Wendy Wan Long

Sing along to this delicious twist on The Wheels on the Bus and celebrate the food, laughter, and love of a multigenerational family meal.


Festival of Colors

by Sehgal, Kabir

Holi, Hai! Holi, Hai! It’s time to prepare for the Indian springtime Festival of Colors in this delightful Classic Board Book!


We All Play = Kimêtawânaw

by Flett, Julie

This wonderful book celebrates diversity and the interconnectedness of nature through an Indigenous perspective, complete with a glossary of Cree words for wild animals at the back of the book, and children repeating a Cree phrase throughout the book. Readers will encounter birds who chase and chirp, bears who wiggle and wobble, whales who swim and squirt, owls who peek and peep, and a diverse group of kids who love to do the same.


Bird House

by Gómez, Blanca

A grandmother and grandchild nurse an injured bird together in this touching story about caring for all creatures, the wonder of nature, and letting go.


One-osaurus, Two-osaurus

by Norman, Kim

Part counting game, part dinosaur celebration, this energetic romp is a numbers concept book for the ages.


Love You Head to Toe

by Barron, Ashley

An endearing read-aloud that compares babies to other newborn animals.


Mel Fell

by Tabor, Corey R.

A charming and innovative tale about a plucky little bird, from the award-winning author-illustrator of Fox the Tiger.

Readers will delight in turning their book sideways and upside down to follow Mel on her journey from downward fall to triumphant flight in this tale of self-confidence and taking a leap of faith.

An especially enjoyable and satisfying read-aloud!


There’s a Superhero in Your Book

by Fletcher, Tom

Whoosh A SUPERHERO has landed in YOUR book. Get ready for another lively, interactive read-aloud in the “Who’s In Your Book” series!


Pajama Time!

by Boynton, Sandra

It’s classic Boynton, supersized Pajama Time is available as a lap-sized board book. With their appealing format and sturdy board construction, Boynton Lap Books are easy for little fingers to grasp, and are the perfect size for big people to read aloud during story time. The colorful illustrations positively pop on the large pages. Put on pajamas–old or new, striped or polka-dotted–and pajama-dee-bop with the animals in Pajama Time.


Baby Play

by Silver, Skye

Invite babies and toddlers to build social-emotional skills through interactive play activities like dancing, laughing, splashing and building. This board book’s chic, eye-catching graphic design features high-contrast photographs of a wide variety of babies, caregivers and families.


Raven, Rabbit, Deer

by Holler, Sue Farrell

A boy greets animal neighbors on a snowy walk, learning their names and tracks from his beloved grandfather.


¡Vamos! Let’s Go to the Market

by Raúl the Third

Richard Scarry’s Busytown gets a Mexican-American makeover in the marketplace of a buzzing border town from Pura Belpré Medal-winning illustrator Raúl the Third.


Hello, My World: a High-Contrast Book

Art by Jannie Ho

A charming high-contrast introduction to simple objects that a baby will see in his everyday world. Black-and-white patterns and illustrations pair with friendly greetings to the sun, moon, stars, and more.


Up Cat, Down Cat

by Light, Steve

From the creator of the celebrated Black Bird Yellow Sun comes another bold and beautiful concept book, this time playing with opposites and reversals.


Jabari Tries

by Cornwall, Gaia

Jabari is inventing a machine that will fly all the way across the yard But making it go from CRASH to WHOOSH will take grit, patience, and maybe even a little help from his sister.


Plenty of Hugs

by Manushkin, Fran

Two mommies spend a sunny day with their toddler in this cozy, rhyming picture book that is a loving celebration of family.


What Color Is My Hijab?

by Ibrahim, Hudda O.

A children’s learn your colors book where a Muslim girl chooses what color hijab she’ll wear today.


Accordionly: Abuelo and Opa Make Music

by Genhart, Michael

This charming and clever family tale blends two cultures into one family. The story follows a young boy with a grandfather of Mexican heritage and a grandfather of Swiss origin who find common ground and connection through their shared passion of music (an accordion).


Who Will You Be?

by Pippins, Andrea

For fans of I Am Enough, The Day You Begin, and The Wonderful Things You Will Be, here is a poignant picture book about how family and community help shape the wonderful people our children become.


My Ocean Is Blue

by Lebeuf, Darren

A young girl’s poetic exploration of the enchanting ocean she loves.


Brown Baby Lullaby

by Brown, Tameka Fryer

This #OwnVoices lyrical bedtime picture book is a must-have for every sweet brown baby.


Who Wet My Pants?

by Shea, Bob

In this hilarious tale of blame, compassion, and forgiveness, a very embarrassed bear is reminded that accidents can happen–but with the support of good friends, life goes on.


The King of Kindergarten

by Barnes, Derrick

A confident little boy takes pride in his first day of kindergarten, by the Newbery Honor-winning author of Crown.


This Beach Is Loud!

by Cotterill, Samantha

A sensitive boy gets overwhelmed by all the sights, sounds, and sensations at the beach. Luckily, his dad has a trick up his sleeve to help his son face these unexpected obstacles in this book offering practical advice helping sensitive children on and off the autism spectrum.


When Aidan Became a Brother

by Lukoff, Kyle

This sweet #ownvoices picture book celebrates the changes in a transgender boy’s life, from his initial coming-out to becoming a big brother.


Except When They Don’t

by Gehl, Laura

This rhyming picture book encourages children to celebrate their individuality and lets them know that it’s okay to play with whatever toys they want to.


Hair Love

by Cherry, Matthew A.

It’s up to Daddy to give his daughter an extra-special hairstyle.


The Little Red Stroller

by Furst, Joshua

One handy little stroller is passed from family to family in this uplifting picture book celebration of community, diversity, and sharing from the illustrator of “Dumpling Dreams.”


Playdate

by Macdonald, Maryann

A perfect playdate, to read again and again.


 

B Is for Baby

by Atinuke

The creators of the award-winning “Baby Goes to Market” team up once again for a bright and beautiful first book of words, with a playful, vibrantly illustrated story set in West Africa.


Mad, Mad Bear!

by Gee, Kimberly

Bear is very, very, very MAD Will he ever feel better? Find out in this sweet and silly picture book about toddler tantrums that little ones–and their caretakers–are sure to relate to.


Princess Hair

by Miller, Sharee

Celebrate different hair shapes, textures, and styles in this self-affirming picture book! From dreadlocks to blowouts to braids, debut author-illustrator Miller shines a spotlight on the beauty and diversity of black hair, showing young readers that every kind of hair is princess hair.


Thunder Boy Jr.

by Alexie, Sherman

From New York Times bestselling author Sherman Alexie and Caldecott Honor winning Yuyi Morales comes a striking and beautifully illustrated picture book celebrating the special relationship between father and son.


Yum! Yuck!: A Foldout Book of People Sounds

by Park, Linda Sue

At a busy street market, kids are happily eating ice cream. But disaster strikes when a little dog overturns a spice cart, showering pepper on everyone’s ice cream. Will the kids end up crying or cheering? Energetic art and a lift-the-flap feature make exploring language fun.


What Does Bunny See?: A Book of Colors and Flowers

by Park, Linda Sue

A rabbit explores a garden, finding flowers of every color, before hopping home for a nap and dreams of rainbows. Rhyming clues invite the reader to answer the question: What does bunny see? Linda Sue Park’s sprightly verses and Maggie Smith’s cheerful illustrations will delight young children, as each turn of the page yields a colorful surprise.


Red Is a Dragon: A Book of Colors

by Thong, Roseanne

Discover shades of red, orange, yellow, and more as a little girl finds color in all sorts of everyday things.