The Shelfie / Our November Book Pics

Happy National Picture Book Month! This month, our book picks encourage the power of friendship and celebrate what makes each of us unique. Adventures await in these bookishly fun stories of knights and dragons and legendary creatures that live in the mysterious unknown.

Adventures at Lake Omigosh

By Scott Sollers
Legend has it that there is a mysterious creature that lurks in the depths of the lake at Camp Horizon. One day, when campers Harry and Felix decide to go canoeing, a bad storm arrives, putting the two in danger. Who will come to their rescue when their canoe flips over and the boys are left stranded in the middle of the lake? Young readers will love the sense of adventure and wonder in this book. Ages 3-8.

When Ayden Paints the Sky

By Celia Botto When Ayden’s world gets noisy and unpredictable, she likes to imagine a sky that brings her comfort and order. Readers are invited to come into Ayden’s world and see it through her eyes as she uses art to enhance communication, regulate her emotions, and express her feelings. A delightful rhyming book that celebrates neurodivergent children. Ages 3-8.

The Lonely Little Fart

By Melea Nieto

Being too stinky, Little Fart is out of place in a world where everyone else seems to fit in. Despite facing rejection at every turn, the lonely Little Fart does not give up, because even the smelliest among us can have the biggest hearts. A lesson in perseverance, The Lonely Little Fart teaches young readers that no matter how different, everyone can find a place where they belong. Ages 4-8.

A New Friend for Dragon

By Bianca Schulze

In this most recent tale in the beloved Dragon series, a new knight has come to town! Sir Fiero wears smooth, shiny armor and has a sparkling silver sword. Dragon wants to be friends with him and invites him to play. But Sir Fiero doesn’t believe that dragons and knights can be friends—or can they? A sweet tale of friendship and challenging stereotypes. Ages 3-8.

Play Games With Me

By Kat Chen

In this interactive board book, young readers will engage with Alex and his best friend, a stuffed dinosaur named Rex. Together, they play hide-and-seek, build blocks and cook burgers and noodles. Along the way, the book engages children with questions that help them develop their social skills by practicing conversations. Ages 0-3.

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