Best Picture Books of 2016 for Animal Lovers

by David Barrow ; illustrated by David Barrow

Younger audiences will be screaming “There it is!” from the get-go. Full review >

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by Anita Bijsterbosch ; illustrated by Anita Bijsterbosch

Irresistibly somniferous. Full review >

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by Ben Clanton ; illustrated by Ben Clanton

Swimmingly delightful and a guaranteed smile-maker. Full review >

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by Lulu Delacre ; illustrated by Lulu Delacre

Poetic and informative, a breath of fresh air in the too-often-contrived world of bilingual books. Full review >

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by Kelly DiPucchio ; illustrated by Greg Pizzoli

This is one terribly good dragon tale that will leave readers laughing and with an appreciation for the healing power of a... Full review >

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by Jill Esbaum ; illustrated by Keika Yamaguchi

A triumphant reaffirmation of the truth that large hearts can beat in small chests, told in playful verse that gallops along... Full review >

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by Kerascoët ; illustrated by Kerascoët ; translated by Claudia Zoe Bedrick

That each little pig thoroughly subverts gender stereotypes is simply icing on one perfectly delightful cake Full review >

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by Evan Kuhlman ; illustrated by Chuck Groenink

Excellent layout, text, and illustrations make for a thoroughly satisfying story. Full review >

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by Thao Lam ; illustrated by Thao Lam

There are multiple reasons to return to the beginning, not the least of which is the impulse to figure out how to mimic such... Full review >

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by Jean Leroy & Bérengère Delaporte ; illustrated by Bérengère Delaporte

For dreamers of big dreams. Full review >

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by David Litchfield ; illustrated by David Litchfield

Litchfield’s poignant debut picture book celebrates both the wonders of wandering far in pursuit of one’s dreams and the... Full review >

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by Ethan Long ; illustrated by Ethan Long

New readers will be happy to yap along with this pup. How about a sequel? (Picture book/early reader. 3-7) Full review >

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by Susan L. Roth & Cindy Trumbore ; illustrated by Susan L. Roth

An inspiration. Full review >

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by Jo Weaver ; illustrated by Jo Weaver

Quietly stunning Full review >

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by Ed Young ; illustrated by Ed Young

Young is at the height of his powers in this fable that offers a feast for the eyes, mind, and soul. A visual masterpiece. Full review >

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