Best Picture Books of 2016 to Get Kids Laughing

by Alex T. Smith ; illustrated by Alex T. Smith

Great storytelling braided with lively color and a culturally affirming accent makes this book a real standout. Full review >

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by Bob Shea ; illustrated by Bob Shea

A wonderful rethinking of the picture book as its own character. Wacky, zany, and downright fun. Full review >

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by Kate Beaton ; illustrated by Kate Beaton

Long live King and Queen Baby! (Picture book. 3-8) Full review >

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by Ben Hatke ; illustrated by Ben Hatke

Endearing and entertaining: what’s not to like—or love? (Picture book. 4-8) Full review >

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by Sabine Lipan ; illustrated by Manuela Olten

Verbal and visual humor abound. Full review >

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by Antoinette Portis ; illustrated by Antoinette Portis

Cosmically delightful. Full review >

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by Adam Rex ; illustrated by Christian Robinson

A unique point of view makes this school book stand out. Full review >

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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 J.J. Austrian ; illustrated by Mike Curato

As in life, love conquers all. Full review >

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