January’s Best Picture Books

Superheroes Are Everywhere, by Kamala Harris and Mechal Renee Roe
If you have a curious young reader, chances are good that they have a fictional superhero they love learning about. But, in reality, it’s not masks, wings, or invisibility that make a hero powerful—it’s the courage to face adversity head-on and make significant changes to create a better world. In this engaging new book from Senator Kamala Harris, readers of all ages are reminded that there are undercover heroes all around us, and we can all pick up a cape and join in the fight!

Curious George, Good Night Zoo, by H.A. Rey
There’s a new baby panda at the zoo, and Curious George can’t wait to go visit. Everything goes well until—uh-oh!—George finds himself stuck with the adorable cub after closing time! Your youngest readers will love helping George find his way out of his latest pickle, and learning about animal habitats along the way. Be sure to add this lively story to your next storytime!

Pete the Cat: The Great Leprechaun Chase, by James Dean
St. Patrick’s Day marks the launch of Pete’s new leprechaun-catching business, and he couldn’t be more excited for opening day! It isn’t long before the cool cat realizes that luck isn’t an arbitrary force of nature, however—and it’s tricky work to trap Clover, the tiny green bloke who’s been terrorizing the neighborhood with a twinkle in his eye and a skip in his step. Join Pete and his pals on this madcap adventure—your youngest readers will love the bonus stickers, poster, and punch-out cards, too!

You Make Me Happy, by Smriti Prasadam-Halls and Alison Brown
The bestselling duo that brought us I Love You Night and Day and I’ll Never Let You Go has returned with another uplifting celebration of love and friendship. Fox and Porcupine realize that everything is more fun when they’re together, and no challenge is impossible—their story is the perfect one to share with your favorite readers. Curl up with it tonight!

Where’s the Sloth? A Super Sloth Search-and-Find Book, by Andy Rowland
If you have a little literary detective in your midst, then this action-packed search-and-find adventure will immediately grab their attention. Suzi and her friends are curious about the world beyond their rain forest home, so they’re setting off on a whirlwind world tour—you won’t want to miss it!

All You Need Is Love, by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and Marc Rosenthal
In nature, in friends—even in encounters with strangers—there is immense love and immeasurable beauty. Indeed, every note of this essential tune rings true, if we simply challenge ourselves to look around and witness all the love that surrounds us. Kindness might be a simple resolution, but it’s the most important one—start off the New Year right with this beautiful storybook!

Family Is a Superpower, by Michael Dahl and Omar Lozano
If you can, forget masks, flying, and invisibility for a moment, because family is the real superpower! Truly, every family looks a little different, but there’s one behind every superhero, and love is the glue that keeps everyone together. Accessible text and bold illustrations mean your little superhero will be entertained night after night—pick this story up ASAP!