Stories about: 101 Picture Book Challenge | Toledo Lucas County Public Library

Thunder Cake and Other Wise Tales by Patricia Polacco

Posted 5 months ago by Patti L

Grandma has a special recipe to cure a child’s fear of thunder in our featured book Thunder Cake. Also included are more warm and wonderful books by children’s author Patricia Polacco.

Picture Books with Positive Vibes

Posted 6 months ago by Patti L

Parr’s books have high kid-appeal and radiate positive messages of peace, love, thankfulness, humor and joy.

What Do You Mean I Can't Throw?

Posted 6 months ago by Heidi Y.

A wonderful selection of children's picture books perfect to read anytime.

Picture Books That Zoom

Posted 7 months ago by Eric P

The medium of the picture book -- with its emphasis on visuals and uninhibited imagination -- is able to tell a story by moving and swooping from place to place and from time to time with as much energy as a big-budget movie.

Tell Me a Story! Picture Books for Young Storytellers

Posted 7 months ago by Maria RT

Captivating illustrations in these almost wordless picture books will encourage children to make up their own stories.

What's in the Egg? Picture Books Featuring Eggs

Posted 8 months ago by Patti L

You never know what surprising and extraordinary animal may pop out of an egg! All kinds of picture books featuring eggs are posted here. Happy Spring!

How to Help a Friend!

Posted 8 months ago by Heidi Y.

Timeless picture books demonstrating the power of friendship that are great to read anytime.

Friendship Stories for Children

Posted 8 months ago by Patti L

Through thick and thin, best friends are on our side. Here are stories that remind us to treasure our BFF’s!

Mysterious Mother Search

Posted 9 months ago by Heidi Y.

Endearing picture books featuring mother and child.

Peculiar versions of the Three Little Pigs

Posted 9 months ago by Maria RT

Inventive takes on the classic fairy tale The Three Little Pigs.

Picture Books By African American Authors

Fantastic Books for Kids by African American Authors

Posted 10 months ago by Patti L

In celebration of Black History Month, we compiled a list of picture books to read with your child by noted African American authors. Some inspire young minds, some are just for fun, and all are perfect for enjoying together.

Harold Drawing Harold With His Purple Crayon

Picture Books About Imagination

Posted 10 months ago by Eric P

With a purple crayon like the one Harold has, a person could solve all kinds of problems. This post includes a ton of imaginative picture books kids and parents will appreciate.

Modern Folktale Adaptations for Kids

Posted 10 months ago by Cindy V

Fabulous folktale adaptations that are sure to entertain children of all ages.

Picture Books That Introduce Sensitive Topics

Posted 11 months ago by Patti L

A selection of endearing stories for young children that focus on a variety of topics like family, friends, gender identity, individuality, love, marriage, tolerance, self-acceptance, kindness, respect, mental disabilities, nonconformity, teasing, social issues, emotions, immigrants, racism, friendship and courage.

Counting Books for Preschoolers

Posted 11 months ago by Heidi Y.

A variety of counting books to teach young children about numbers in an entertaining way.

Picture Books Featuring Animal Adventures Perfect for Preschoolers

Posted 12 months ago by Heidi Y.

Fun picture books for kids featuring animal adventures and humorous stories.

10 Delightful Dog Books Perfect for Young Children

Posted 12 months ago by Patti L

Entertaining dog books that are perfect for kids ages 4-8.

Adorable Bedtime Stories for Children featuring Owls

Posted about 1 year ago by Maria RT

Colorful and expressive picture books where owls take center stage. Perfect for reading to your kids at bedtime or anytime.

Fun Stories for Kids from Preschool through Grade 2

Posted about 1 year ago by Heidi Y.

Fun stories for kids full of humor and great illustrations.

Inspiring Picture Books About Inventors, Scientists and Perseverance

Posted about 1 year ago by Cindy V

Stories featuring characters with spunk, engineers, inventors, scientists, architects, doctors, computer programmers and the incredible power of persistence.