Staff Picks of 2022: Picture Books
As 2022 comes to an end, the staff of Grundy Library wanted to share some of their favorite picture books with our community! See below for a list of great reads that can all be checked out at the library!
Mouse, I Will Read to You
by Rachael Cole
Picked by: Marie
This story follows a momma mouse as she helps her little mouse become a reader. It’s super sweet and a great read aloud!
Song in the City
by Daniel Bernstrom
Picked by: Nicole
This story follows a young girl and her grandmother as they experience the vibrant everyday music of their busy city. The young girl in this story uses her ears as she cannot use her eyes and this inspires her to share the music of the city she hears with her grandmother.
Mirette on the High Wire
by Emily Arnold McCully
Picked by: Barbara
This story follows Mirette as she learns to walk a tightrope between her mother’s boarding house and another building. Along the way she befriends her teacher and teaches him to find courage again. Another sweet story about finding courage from unexpected places and people.
Truck Full of Ducks
By Ross Burach
Picked by: Laura
This story follows Bernie as he tries to make a delivery – a “truck full of ducks!” However, along the way, Bernie encounters some silly mishaps from his duck “packages.” Filled with bright illustrations and humor, this is sure to be a laugh-out-loud read!
The Pigeon Will Ride the Roller Coaster!
by Mo Willems
Picked by: Gretchen
From a fan-favorite series, Pigeon is back to take us along he whirlwind of emotions as he gears up for his first roller coaster ride. Perfect for any reader and filled with Pigeon’s usual over-the-top antics!
How to Party Like a Snail
by Naseem Hrab
Picked by: Nicole
This colorful story follows snail – a real party animal – as he finds his own way to “party.” Introverts will feel seen in this sweet story about creating the spaces that make you happy and finding the people (and new friends) who fit those spaces, too!
