Picture Book Month is an international literacy initiative that celebrates the print picture book during the month of November.
Fondulac Library Staff share their favorites!
King Bidgood’s in the Bathtub by Audrey Wood and Illustrated by Don Wood
“King Bidgood’s illustrations are beautiful and filled with whimsy. The cadence of this book will have the kids reading right along. King Bidgood refuses to leave the tub, and the least likely member of this book may just have the answer. Join King Bidgood for the most adventurous bath time around! – Laura, Adult Services Manager
The Berenstains’ B Book by Stan and Jan Berenstain
“This was part of a set I got when I was little. For some reason I’ve always loved it, and I can still say the whole thing by heart.” – Monica, Technical Services Assistant
The Day Jimmy’s Boa Ate the Wash by Trinka Hakes Noble and Illustrated by Steven Kellogg
“My mom blames this book for my love of snakes. I really loved it as a kid, and I still love it as an adult. The story is told in reverse and the accompanying illustrations perfect the entire thing.” – Jessica, Reference Specialist
The OK Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Illustrated by Tom Lichtenheld
“A simple story with simple drawings lets kids know it’s perfectly ok to try out many different things and a-ok to enjoy things even when we’re not the best at them. I, too, am an “ok pancake flipper.” – Genna, Library Director
Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak
“The graphics in this book are amazing and really appeal to children and adults alike. Sendak’s story engages readers of all ages on the journey Max takes to locate the wild things.” – Becky, Reference Assistant
Kat Kong by Dav Pilkey
“This book is fun because it’s written for kids but has some amazing puns that only adults will understand.” – Nick, Circulation Manager
The Puppy Who Wanted a Boy by Jane Thayer and Illustrated by Seymour Fleishman
“This book tugs at your heartstrings. All Petey the puppy wants for Christmas is a little boy who will love him forever. Petey is so lovable that anyone who reads this book will want to adopt him for their very own.” – Susie, Reference Specialist
The Eleventh Hour by Graeme Base
“An unusual, engaging picture book for older readers (8+) and mini-sleuths. I remember obsessively searching the gorgeous illustrations for clues to solve the mystery that occurs during Horace the elephant’s birthday party, and I still discover new details every time I revisit it.” – Beth, Communications Specialist
Are You Scared, Darth Vader? by Adam Rex
“The art is dark, spooky, and very high-quality, and the story is relatable — even if you’re not Darth Vader!” -Sylvia, Circulation Assistant
Monstersaurus by Claire Freedman and Illustrated by Ben Cort
“Sometimes the biggest monster isn’t the meanest, but that doesn’t stop him from saving his boy!” – Sarah, Circulation Assistant
Bark, George by Jules Feiffer
“George is a dog who meows, quacks, oinks and moos. His mother takes him to the vet to get to the bottom of it. I love the mother’s expressions and what he says at the end.” – Sue, Youth Services Manager
Wilma Unlimited by Kathleen Krull and illustrated by David Diaz. 
“Wilma Unlimited is a biography of Wilma Rudolph who became the fastest women’s runner in the world. Growing up, Wilma had many health problems and because of them she became unable to walk. Eventually, she not only succeeded in walking, but was also able to run. This book is about persistence and pushing through whatever obstacles come your way and following your dreams.” Kayla, Youth Services Assistant
Who Cried for Pie? by Veronica Buffington
“This was a childhood favorite of mine and now my daughter loves it too! It’s a very short easy reader. Basically everyone in the family pitches in to make a cherry pie and in the end it goes missing and the dog Humphrey has eaten it. Very cute though!” -Katie, Circulation Assistant
Post by Susie Rivera, Reference Specialist
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