Gus (Hearts) the Bus

 

Gus (Hearts) the Bus

Gus ❤️ the Bus by Lindsay Leslie

Gus discovers his passion for buses during a family outing and eagerly learns everything he can about them.

All the Cats

All the Cats

 All the Cats by Nicola Kent


All the Cats by Nicola Kent is a playful, fast-paced picture book packed with humor and surprise. When one cat appears… then two… then many more, the page fills with increasingly silly and unexpected cats of all kinds. With bold illustrations and clever pacing, this book invites children to count, spot details, and laugh as the chaos grows. A lively choice for storytime that celebrates curiosity, patterns, and the joy of a good visual joke. 

Tea is Love

 

Tea is Love by Adib Khorram

A tender, sensory-rich picture book about the many ways love is shared in everyday moments. As a child helps prepare tea with a loved one, each step (pouring, waiting, sipping) becomes an expression of care, patience, and connection. With gentle language and warm illustrations, this story celebrates family, cultural traditions, and the quiet intimacy of being together. A soothing, heartfelt read perfect for cozy sharing.

Mama's Car

Mama's Car 

 Mama's Car by Lucy Catchpole

A heartfelt and joyful picture book told from a young child’s point of view about her mother’s wheelchair, affectionately nicknamed the “Mama Car.” In simple, warm language, the Mama Car goes on everyday “expeditions” around the house and beyond, from breakfast trips to cozy snuggles when the child gets hurt. The story presents disability as a natural and loving part of family life, focusing on the comfort, connection, and care that come with being together, rather than on limitations. This tender book celebrates love, belonging, and the everyday adventures that make family life special.

Welcome to the Nighttime Train

 

Welcome to the Nighttime Train

Welcome to the Nighttime Train by Louise Fitzgerald

Invites readers aboard a gentle, dreamy journey as a train glides through the night. As passengers climb on, some sleepy, some curious, the world outside shifts into moonlight, shadows, and soft surprises. With soothing language and atmospheric illustrations, this picture book captures the calm, cozy feeling of travel after dark. A perfect bedtime read for children who love trains, nighttime scenes, and winding down at the end of the day.

The Snowball Fight

 

 The Snowball Fight

The Snowball Fight by Beth Ferry

A joyful, high-energy picture book that captures the magic of a snowy day. When the first snow falls, a friendly neighborhood snowball fight erupts—WHAM! PLOP! KER-PLOOSH! Snowballs fly, laughter spreads, and everyone joins in, from kids to grown-ups. Told in playful, rhythmic language with bold sound effects and expressive illustrations, this book celebrates winter fun, community, and the pure delight of play.

Again!

 Again! by Britta Teckentrup

Again!

Again! by Britta Teckentrup is a playful and relatable picture book that celebrates repetition, curiosity, and the joy of shared moments. With bold, expressive illustrations and simple text, the story captures a young child’s love of asking for a favorite experience “again and again.” Teckentrup’s warm approach reflects everyday family life in a way that feels comforting and fun. It’s a delightful read that young children will easily connect with and enjoy returning to.