In no particular order, the picture books I’m most excited about coming out in 2024! Most of these are from the first half of the year, I’m guessing there’s not as much buzz about those still further out than that… so maybe I’ll do a halfway through the year post when we get there. But for now, here we go!
Ice Cream Everywhere: Sweet Stories from Around the World
by Judy Campbell-Smith, Illustrated by Lucy Semple
coming March 15, 2024
Ice cream is amazing, so are the illustrations, and the non-fiction element looks like I will l learn a new sweet thing or two I’ll have to try!
A Rainbow in Brown
by Pavonis Giron
coming March 5, 2024
I love a good dose of color theory and this one teaches self-love as well. The watercolor illustrations look simply beautiful!
Peg Gets Crackin’
by Jo Renfro
coming February 6, 2024
An adorable (and very relatable) chick that wants to stay inside her egg where it’s safe and comfortable!
Too Much: My Great Big Native Family
by Laurel Goodluck, illustrated by Bridget George
coming January 23, 2024
I have a special place in my heart for big family stories! This one looks adorable!
How to Eat a Mango
by Paola Santos, illustrated by Juliana Perdomo
coming July 16, 2024
Mangos are delicious, and I love that this story is about how to savor the good parts.
When God Makes Scribbles Beautiful
by Kate Rietema, illustrated by Jennie Poh
coming March 19, 2024
An adorable story from an author who is a foster care parent about how hard things can turn into something beautiful.
I Am Both: A Vietnamese Refugee Story
by Kerisa Greene
coming April 9, 2024
I’m already counting on a few tears with this one. Old friends and new traditions. Embracing a new home while still loving the old one.
The House Before Falling into the Sea
by Ann Suk Wang, illustrated by Hanna Cha
coming March 12, 2024
A family takes in refugees, while worrying about their own safety. A beautiful story of kindness in adversity.
Memory Garden
by Zohreh Ghahremani, illustrated by Susie Ghahremani
coming February 27, 2024
Lyrical text, memories, loved ones, and gardens. All my favorite things at once.
Elijah’s Easter Suit
by Brentom Jackson, illustrated by Emmanuel Boateng
coming January 23, 2024
I have a kid who made himself an outfit JUST LIKE THIS. I’m excited for him to read about his fashion doppelgänger!
Time to Make Art
by Jeff Mack
published January 16, 2024
A dose of empowerment with a diverse art history dive!
You’re Going to Love This Book!
by Jory John, illustrated by Olivier Tallec
coming March 12, 2024
I loved his food group series, and I just love the confidence in the title! It’s going to be fun!
Métis Like Me
by Tasha Hilderman, illustrated by Risa Hugo
coming April 2, 2024
A beautiful look at a culture I hadn’t heard of! Books are amazing like that.
There are No Dragons in This Book
by Donna Lambo-Weidner, illustrated by Carla Haslbauer
coming March 5, 2024
Sure to be a hilarious read aloud!
Lights Out: A Movement to Help Migrating Birds
by Jessica Stremer, illustrated by Bonnie Pang
coming March 5, 2024
A movement I am passionate about, with a story that looks exciting and fun!
Ten Little Rabbits
by Maurice Sendak
coming February 6, 2024
WHAT?!!!! A new Maurice Sendak book is coming out?! Yes Please!
Who’s Walking Dawg
by Marie Prins, illustrated by Leanne Franson
coming September 15, 2024
A funny story about a dog who takes matters into his own hands when his family is too busy. A great reminder for all of us.
Box of Dreams
by Faith Kazmi, illustrated by Christine Almeda
coming May 7, 2024
A sweet story about connecting with family and sharing our blessings. I will cry, just calling it now.
Rumi–Poet of Joy and Love
coming March 5, 2024
I love a good biography about someone amazing I have never heard of, and the 13th century Persian-inspired illustrations look BEAUTIFUL!
One Goose, Two Moose
by Kael Tudor, Illustrated by Nicola Slater
coming February 1, 2024
The chaos of lining up is something we relate oh so well to. This will be one my kids ask for over and over!
Trunk Goes Thunk!: A Woodland Tale of Opposites
by Heather Morris, illustrated by Chantelle Thorne
coming September 10, 2024
A fun story of outdoorsy opposites, it sounds super cute!
Our Nipa Hut: A Story in the Philippines
by Rachell Abalos, illustrated by Gabriela Larios
coming February 6, 2024
A tropical storm threatens a family’s hut. After our ice-storm adventures this year it will be a great way for my children to notice similarities and differences with another culture!
Hope and the Sea
by Andrew Hacket, Illustrated by Svelta Radivoeva
coming May 28, 2024
A sweet looking story about sadness and friendship!
This Book is Definitely Not Cursed
by Megan Woodward, illustrated by Risa Rodil
coming June 25, 2025
Because, let’s be honest. Why would you pick up a book that was cursed?
Mamie Takes a Stand: The True Story of Mamie Tape, a Chinese American Girl’s Fight for School Rights
by Marie Chan, illustrated by Sian James
coming September 3, 2024
A true story I have never heard of before! I’m excited to be inspired by her legacy!
Kimberly Horch 
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