By: Grace Byers

Pictures by: Keturah A. Bobo

From the New York Times bestselling creators of I Am Enough comes an empowering follow-up that celebrates every child’s limitless potential.

I Believe I Can is an affirmation for boys and girls of every background to love and believe in themselves.

Actress and activist Grace Byers and artist Keturah A. Bobo return with another gorgeously illustrated new classic that’s the perfect gift for baby showers, birthdays, or just for reading at home again and again.

My presence matters in this world. I know I can do anything, if only I believe I can.

Link: I Believe I Can

By: Sarah Thomas

Illustrated by: Jo Edwards

When Kalamata’s friend Chef Ilma Lopez arrives with some yummy little cakes and wonderful stories to share, Kalamata gets an idea: What if she could create such a tasty treat herself?

With Chef Ilma’s memories as her guide, and the enticing smells of good food all around her, Kalamata and her Taste Buds are whisked away by her imagination to a far-off kitchen where they explore, cook, and of course-taste!

This first book in the delightful Kalamata’s Kitchen series features an exciting, food-centric story and a kid-friendly recipe for Abuelita’s pound cake with meringue frosting. Whether you’re reading or baking, Kalamata’s Kitchen is fun for the whole family!

Link: Kalamata’s Kitchen

By: Keith Bosco

Illustrated by: Taylor Patterson

Charlie is a young okapi who wants to be a detective, but his one big flaw causes a big, big problem…. he’s a very sloppy okapi!

Join Charlie as he learns the importance of being neat while discovering that his weakness doesn’t determine his destiny.

Link:The Sloppy Okapi

By: Reid Kaplan

Mr. Squirrel invites a large group of animals
that normally would not spend time together,
to enjoy a meal at a table in the woods.

“All are invited to join in on the feast,
bring your good manners and don’t be a beast.”

What happens when we eat together with people
who think differently, act differently and look differently
than we do?

Link: Let’s Eat Together

By: Natasha Wing

Illustrated by: Amy Wammer

The anticipation is building: Will the groundhog see his shadow? Will there be six more weeks of winter? Get ready for this festive occasion with the countdown to Groundhog Day in this fun, rhyming story told in the style of Clement C. Moore’s holiday poem.

Link: The Night Before Groudhog Day

By: Janet & Allan Ahlberg

This gorgeously illustrated, full-color classic celebrates a time before email by depicting amusing correspondence between fairy tale and Mother Goose characters. What could possibly be in a letter from Goldilocks to the Three Bears? Who would write to the Wicked Witch? Open this book, take out the letters, and discover what favorite characters would write to each other--and reimagine best-loved tales together.

Link: The Jolly Postman or Others People’s Letters

By: Todd Parr

Reading makes you feel good because...
You can imagine you are a scary dinosaur,
You can make someone feel better when they are sick,
And you can do it anywhere!

Link: Reading Makes You Feel Good

By: Mercer Mayer

Little Critter® has charmed readers for over forty years, now he is going to have a Thanksgiving he’ll never forget! From the school play to a surprise dinner for all of Critterville, celebrate along with Little Critter and his family as they give thanks this holiday. Starring Mercer Mayer’s classic, loveable character, this brand-new 8×8 storybook is perfect for story time and includes a sheet of stickers!

Link: Just A Special Thanksgiving

By: Sandra Magsamen

Christmas is coming, and each day brings new wonders: lights on the Christmas tree, gingerbread cookies, Christmas carols, and so much more! And yet, more than anything else, it’s love that makes the season so special. Love is the greatest gift of all!

Families will cherish the warmth, wit, and wisdom of this remarkable new Christmas classic.

Link: Is it Christmas yet?

By: Karma Wilson

Illustrated by: Jane Chapman

Bear’s friends are determined to keep Bear awake for Christmas! So they wake Bear up and have him help them find a Christmas tree, bake cakes, hang up stockings, and sing Christmas songs. Bear stays up—by discovering that giving is one of the best Christmas presents of all!

Link: Bear Stays Up