Best Picture Books of 2025 About Nature

by Michaela Goade ; illustrated by Michaela Goade

A soothing and appreciative ode to family, the moon, and winter’s welcoming embrace. Full review >

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by Sally Soweol Han ; illustrated by Sally Soweol Han

Mesmerizing—and sure to inspire listeners to attend to the symphonies in their own environments. Full review >

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by Katey Howes ; illustrated by Beth Krommes

A visual and auditory delight. Full review >

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by Sylvaine Jaoui ; illustrated by Anne Crahay ; translated by Claudia Zoe Bedrick

Much like life itself, this story is a gift that deserves to be shared. Full review >

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by Hye-Eun Kim ; illustrated by Hye-Eun Kim

A stunning ode to the natural world and the cyclical nature of imagination. Full review >

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by Jon Klassen ; illustrated by Jon Klassen

Pure unmitigated sleepy-time pleasure. Full review >

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by Carole Lindstrom ; illustrated by Aly McKnight

This reverently told story is a true gift. Full review >

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by Marc Martin ; illustrated by Marc Martin

Truly stunning. Full review >

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by Zeke Peña ; illustrated by Zeke Peña

A hypnotic joy. Full review >

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by Joyce Sidman ; illustrated by Melissa Sweet

An imaginative and insightful masterpiece of poetic correspondence that invites readers to discover new connections. Full review >

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by Tanya Tagaq ; illustrated by Qavavau Manumie

A poetic homage to Indigenous families and their deep-seated connections to the natural world. Full review >

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by Sarah Tagholm ; illustrated by Jane McGuinness

A hopping good book perfect for budding biologists. Full review >

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