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General Recommendations

The Best Picture Books of 2024, chosen by Multcolib Staff

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Recommendations from Multnomah County Library staff for kids of all ages. Click on a title to find all available formats. For more 2024 Best Books lists for all ages, use the link at the end.

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Roar-choo!

Roar-choo!

by Cheng, Charlotte

Book - 2024

Gorgeously illustrated picture book featuring Dragon and Phoenix about taking care of yourself when you aren't at 100%. We could all use a gentle reminder to exercise self-care. - Dan J. [SF/Fantasy] Gorgeously illustrated picture book featuring Dragon and Phoenix about taking care of yourself when you aren't at 100%. We could all use a gentle reminder to exercise self-care. - Dan J. [SF/Fantasy] Show less

Gorgeously illustrated picture book featuring Dragon and Phoenix about taking care of yourself when you aren't at 100%. We could all use a gentle reminder to exercise self-care. - Dan J. [SF/Fantasy] Gorgeously illustrated picture book featuring Dragon and Phoenix about taking care of yourself when you aren't at 100%. We could all use a gentle reminder to exercise self-care. - Dan J. [SF/Fantasy] Show less

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Brandon and the Baby

Brandon and the Baby

by Pinkney, J. Brian

Book - 2024

Beautifully illustrated and a joy to read with lots of action words that are big and bold on the page. - Alisa W. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Beautifully illustrated and a joy to read with lots of action words that are big and bold on the page. - Alisa W. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

Beautifully illustrated and a joy to read with lots of action words that are big and bold on the page. - Alisa W. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Beautifully illustrated and a joy to read with lots of action words that are big and bold on the page. - Alisa W. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

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It's Pride, Baby!

It's Pride, Baby!

by Wells, Allen R.

Book - 2024

The author and illustrator made it a point to use the intersectional pride flag with the BIPOC and trans flag. I've never seen a book like this before in my lifetime. - Isabel S. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, LGBTQ+] The author and illustrator made it a point to use the intersectional pride flag with the BIPOC and trans flag. I've never seen a book like this before in my lifetime. - Isabel S. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, LGBTQ+] Show less

The author and illustrator made it a point to use the intersectional pride flag with the BIPOC and trans flag. I've never seen a book like this before in my lifetime. - Isabel S. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, LGBTQ+] The author and illustrator made it a point to use the intersectional pride flag with the BIPOC and trans flag. I've never seen a book like this before in my lifetime. - Isabel S. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, LGBTQ+] Show less

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Between Two Windows

Between Two Windows

by Morris, Keisha

Book - 2024

Friends communicate by sharing drawings across a clothesline in this cute picture book about friendship and closeness of neighbors. When the clothesline b...Show more Friends communicate by sharing drawings across a clothesline in this cute picture book about friendship and closeness of neighbors. When the clothesline breaks, they head down to the street and start a mural with other new friends! - Martha L. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

Friends communicate by sharing drawings across a clothesline in this cute picture book about friendship and closeness of neighbors. When the clothesline b...Show more Friends communicate by sharing drawings across a clothesline in this cute picture book about friendship and closeness of neighbors. When the clothesline breaks, they head down to the street and start a mural with other new friends! - Martha L. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

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Flap your Hands

Flap your Hands

A Celebration of Stimming

by Asbell, Steve

Book - 2024

Energetic colors dance across the page in this embrace of all the different ways we can move our bodies. - Katie P. & Ekatrina S. [People with Disabilities] Energetic colors dance across the page in this embrace of all the different ways we can move our bodies. - Katie P. & Ekatrina S. [People with Disabilities] Show less

Energetic colors dance across the page in this embrace of all the different ways we can move our bodies. - Katie P. & Ekatrina S. [People with Disabilities] Energetic colors dance across the page in this embrace of all the different ways we can move our bodies. - Katie P. & Ekatrina S. [People with Disabilities] Show less

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Te recuerdo

Te recuerdo

by González, Xelena

Book - 2024

Este es un libro dulce y bellamente ilustrado sobre cómo procesar la pérdida de una mascota con las tradiciones de Dia de los muertos/Dia de los angelitos...Show more Este es un libro dulce y bellamente ilustrado sobre cómo procesar la pérdida de una mascota con las tradiciones de Dia de los muertos/Dia de los angelitos | This is a sweet and beautifully illustrated book about how to process the loss of a pet with the traditions of Día de los Muertos/Día de Los Angelitos. - Maria L. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

Este es un libro dulce y bellamente ilustrado sobre cómo procesar la pérdida de una mascota con las tradiciones de Dia de los muertos/Dia de los angelitos...Show more Este es un libro dulce y bellamente ilustrado sobre cómo procesar la pérdida de una mascota con las tradiciones de Dia de los muertos/Dia de los angelitos | This is a sweet and beautifully illustrated book about how to process the loss of a pet with the traditions of Día de los Muertos/Día de Los Angelitos. - Maria L. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

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I Lived Inside A Whale

I Lived Inside A Whale

by Li, Xin

Book - 2024

Lovers of solitude will also find themselves dreaming of what life inside of a whale could be like. A charming read for children and adults alike about th...Show more Lovers of solitude will also find themselves dreaming of what life inside of a whale could be like. A charming read for children and adults alike about the power of imagination and finding one's voice in a world bombarded with external stimuli. - Katie P. & Kyle T. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

Lovers of solitude will also find themselves dreaming of what life inside of a whale could be like. A charming read for children and adults alike about th...Show more Lovers of solitude will also find themselves dreaming of what life inside of a whale could be like. A charming read for children and adults alike about the power of imagination and finding one's voice in a world bombarded with external stimuli. - Katie P. & Kyle T. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

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We Are Definitely Human

We Are Definitely Human

by Fang, X.

Book - 2024

Hilarious and heartwarming, this story of a community that comes together to help mysterious visitors get back to "Europe" is a winner. - Kady F. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Humor, SF/Fantasy] Hilarious and heartwarming, this story of a community that comes together to help mysterious visitors get back to "Europe" is a winner. - Kady F. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Humor, SF/Fantasy] Show less

Hilarious and heartwarming, this story of a community that comes together to help mysterious visitors get back to "Europe" is a winner. - Kady F. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Humor, SF/Fantasy] Hilarious and heartwarming, this story of a community that comes together to help mysterious visitors get back to "Europe" is a winner. - Kady F. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Humor, SF/Fantasy] Show less

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The Cat Way

The Cat Way

by Lundberg, Sara

Book - 2024

The beautiful (and at times, frustrating) moments of being a cat owner are on full display here. I fell in love with the gorgeous illustrations, and the sweet and curious kitty! - Casey L. The beautiful (and at times, frustrating) moments of being a cat owner are on full display here. I fell in love with the gorgeous illustrations, and the sweet and curious kitty! - Casey L. Show less

The beautiful (and at times, frustrating) moments of being a cat owner are on full display here. I fell in love with the gorgeous illustrations, and the sweet and curious kitty! - Casey L. The beautiful (and at times, frustrating) moments of being a cat owner are on full display here. I fell in love with the gorgeous illustrations, and the sweet and curious kitty! - Casey L. Show less

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Not Perfect

Not Perfect

by Myers, Maya

Book - 2024

Being ‘perfect’ isn’t all it’s cracked up to be! But this book IS perfect for preschoolers who can use some help seeing the perfectly imperfect person inside themselves. - Amy F. Being ‘perfect’ isn’t all it’s cracked up to be! But this book IS perfect for preschoolers who can use some help seeing the perfectly imperfect person inside themselves. - Amy F. Show less

Being ‘perfect’ isn’t all it’s cracked up to be! But this book IS perfect for preschoolers who can use some help seeing the perfectly imperfect person inside themselves. - Amy F. Being ‘perfect’ isn’t all it’s cracked up to be! But this book IS perfect for preschoolers who can use some help seeing the perfectly imperfect person inside themselves. - Amy F. Show less

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Built to Last

Built to Last

by Lê, Minh

Book - 2024

Phenomenally illustrated picture book about the value of relationships that last and the need to rebuild when things break. The real friendships are ones ...Show more Phenomenally illustrated picture book about the value of relationships that last and the need to rebuild when things break. The real friendships are ones that are tested and still rise from the pile of rubble from the latest mishap. - Dan J. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

Phenomenally illustrated picture book about the value of relationships that last and the need to rebuild when things break. The real friendships are ones ...Show more Phenomenally illustrated picture book about the value of relationships that last and the need to rebuild when things break. The real friendships are ones that are tested and still rise from the pile of rubble from the latest mishap. - Dan J. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

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Ursula Upside Down

Ursula Upside Down

by Tabor, Corey R.

Book - 2024

Perfect for animal-loving kids with a topsy-turvy sense of humor and anyone looking for a change in perspective. - Natasha FC. [Humor] Perfect for animal-loving kids with a topsy-turvy sense of humor and anyone looking for a change in perspective. - Natasha FC. [Humor] Show less

Perfect for animal-loving kids with a topsy-turvy sense of humor and anyone looking for a change in perspective. - Natasha FC. [Humor] Perfect for animal-loving kids with a topsy-turvy sense of humor and anyone looking for a change in perspective. - Natasha FC. [Humor] Show less

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Rocks

Rocks

What Are They Doing?

by Sajecki, Christine

Book - 2024

This book is so fun and great for a read aloud or storytime. Every page is a delight and kids and parents alike are sure to have a great time reading this! - Jem J. This book is so fun and great for a read aloud or storytime. Every page is a delight and kids and parents alike are sure to have a great time reading this! - Jem J. Show less

This book is so fun and great for a read aloud or storytime. Every page is a delight and kids and parents alike are sure to have a great time reading this! - Jem J. This book is so fun and great for a read aloud or storytime. Every page is a delight and kids and parents alike are sure to have a great time reading this! - Jem J. Show less

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What's New, Daniel?

What's New, Daniel?

by Archer, Micha

Book - 2024

Takes you into a child’s mind and through his journey around spring time as he engages with his grandpa, birds, animals and objects. Sweet! - Carla D. [Science/Nature] Takes you into a child’s mind and through his journey around spring time as he engages with his grandpa, birds, animals and objects. Sweet! - Carla D. [Science/Nature] Show less

Takes you into a child’s mind and through his journey around spring time as he engages with his grandpa, birds, animals and objects. Sweet! - Carla D. [Science/Nature] Takes you into a child’s mind and through his journey around spring time as he engages with his grandpa, birds, animals and objects. Sweet! - Carla D. [Science/Nature] Show less

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The Teeny-Weeny Unicorn

The Teeny-Weeny Unicorn

by Harris, Shawn (Artist)

Book - 2024

Big laughs, a lot of spirit, a tiny unicorn, and a gruff roadster-driving gnome - what more could you want? - Erika B. [Humor, SF/Fantasy] Big laughs, a lot of spirit, a tiny unicorn, and a gruff roadster-driving gnome - what more could you want? - Erika B. [Humor, SF/Fantasy] Show less

Big laughs, a lot of spirit, a tiny unicorn, and a gruff roadster-driving gnome - what more could you want? - Erika B. [Humor, SF/Fantasy] Big laughs, a lot of spirit, a tiny unicorn, and a gruff roadster-driving gnome - what more could you want? - Erika B. [Humor, SF/Fantasy] Show less

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You're Going to Love This Book!

You're Going to Love This Book!

by John, Jory

Book - 2024

This is a hysterical read aloud for school-age kids, allowing for a lot of expressiveness and fun surprises for listeners. -Martha L. [Humor] This is a hysterical read aloud for school-age kids, allowing for a lot of expressiveness and fun surprises for listeners. -Martha L. [Humor] Show less

This is a hysterical read aloud for school-age kids, allowing for a lot of expressiveness and fun surprises for listeners. -Martha L. [Humor] This is a hysterical read aloud for school-age kids, allowing for a lot of expressiveness and fun surprises for listeners. -Martha L. [Humor] Show less

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Too Much

Too Much

My Great Big Native Family

by Goodluck, Laurel

Book - 2024

Are you feeling like your Native family is a bit too much? I love this picture book that is perfect for kids. - Anastasia M. [Humor, Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Are you feeling like your Native family is a bit too much? I love this picture book that is perfect for kids. - Anastasia M. [Humor, Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

Are you feeling like your Native family is a bit too much? I love this picture book that is perfect for kids. - Anastasia M. [Humor, Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Are you feeling like your Native family is a bit too much? I love this picture book that is perfect for kids. - Anastasia M. [Humor, Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

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Un aleteo de esperanza

Un aleteo de esperanza

una historia de migracion

by Harmony, Cynthia

Book - 2024

Te va a encantar esta historia de una pequeña niña, en un pueblito mágico, que espera por su papá mientras las mariposas lo guían por todo su recorrido, h...Show more Te va a encantar esta historia de una pequeña niña, en un pueblito mágico, que espera por su papá mientras las mariposas lo guían por todo su recorrido, hasta llegar de regreso con su pequeña. ¿No quieres conocer más? - Mara B. [Immigrant Stories, Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

Te va a encantar esta historia de una pequeña niña, en un pueblito mágico, que espera por su papá mientras las mariposas lo guían por todo su recorrido, h...Show more Te va a encantar esta historia de una pequeña niña, en un pueblito mágico, que espera por su papá mientras las mariposas lo guían por todo su recorrido, hasta llegar de regreso con su pequeña. ¿No quieres conocer más? - Mara B. [Immigrant Stories, Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

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The Goat and the Stoat and the Boat

The Goat and the Stoat and the Boat

by Lynas, Em

Book - 2024

A silly cumulative story meant to be read out loud - great for new readers too! - Rebecca C. [Humor] A silly cumulative story meant to be read out loud - great for new readers too! - Rebecca C. [Humor] Show less

A silly cumulative story meant to be read out loud - great for new readers too! - Rebecca C. [Humor] A silly cumulative story meant to be read out loud - great for new readers too! - Rebecca C. [Humor] Show less

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I Do Not Eat Children

I Do Not Eat Children

by Cutler, Marcus

Book - 2024

One by one, kids keep disappearing even though the monster claims innocence until a brave Black girl says I EAT LIARS. - Aislyn B. [Humor] One by one, kids keep disappearing even though the monster claims innocence until a brave Black girl says I EAT LIARS. - Aislyn B. [Humor] Show less

One by one, kids keep disappearing even though the monster claims innocence until a brave Black girl says I EAT LIARS. - Aislyn B. [Humor] One by one, kids keep disappearing even though the monster claims innocence until a brave Black girl says I EAT LIARS. - Aislyn B. [Humor] Show less

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Don't Think of Tigers

Don't Think of Tigers

by Latimer, Alex

Book - 2024

Imagine anything you like and it will magically appear when you turn the page. But be careful what you think of! - Amy C. [Humor] Imagine anything you like and it will magically appear when you turn the page. But be careful what you think of! - Amy C. [Humor] Show less

Imagine anything you like and it will magically appear when you turn the page. But be careful what you think of! - Amy C. [Humor] Imagine anything you like and it will magically appear when you turn the page. But be careful what you think of! - Amy C. [Humor] Show less

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I Am Both

I Am Both

by Greene, Kerisa

Book - 2024

The book celebrates being both Vietnamese and American, focusing on the many ways children's games, like jump rope and tag, have no language barriers. - Danielle J. [Immigrant Stories, Historical Fiction, Black & Indigenous & People of Color] The book celebrates being both Vietnamese and American, focusing on the many ways children's games, like jump rope and tag, have no language barriers. - Danielle J. [Immigrant Stories, Historical Fiction, Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

The book celebrates being both Vietnamese and American, focusing on the many ways children's games, like jump rope and tag, have no language barriers. - Danielle J. [Immigrant Stories, Historical Fiction, Black & Indigenous & People of Color] The book celebrates being both Vietnamese and American, focusing on the many ways children's games, like jump rope and tag, have no language barriers. - Danielle J. [Immigrant Stories, Historical Fiction, Black & Indigenous & People of Color] Show less

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Here Are the Seeds

Here Are the Seeds

by Brown-Wood, JaNay

Book - 2024

This is such a cute story! It's almost like a song and is a great way to teach about gardening and land ownership. - Isabel S. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Science/Nature] This is such a cute story! It's almost like a song and is a great way to teach about gardening and land ownership. - Isabel S. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Science/Nature] Show less

This is such a cute story! It's almost like a song and is a great way to teach about gardening and land ownership. - Isabel S. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Science/Nature] This is such a cute story! It's almost like a song and is a great way to teach about gardening and land ownership. - Isabel S. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Science/Nature] Show less

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Aloha Everything

Aloha Everything

by George, Kaylin Melia

Book - 2024

Celebrate the Hula! A gorgeously illustrated love poem to the Hula and theʻāina (land) of Hawai’i. - Ekatrina S. & Amy C.[Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Poetry] Celebrate the Hula! A gorgeously illustrated love poem to the Hula and theʻāina (land) of Hawai’i. - Ekatrina S. & Amy C.[Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Poetry] Show less

Celebrate the Hula! A gorgeously illustrated love poem to the Hula and theʻāina (land) of Hawai’i. - Ekatrina S. & Amy C.[Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Poetry] Celebrate the Hula! A gorgeously illustrated love poem to the Hula and theʻāina (land) of Hawai’i. - Ekatrina S. & Amy C.[Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Poetry] Show less

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Summer Is Here

Summer Is Here

by Watson, Renée

Book - 2024

Water color illustrations and black-girl-dreaming energy -- she is having a really good day. Lyrical and relaxing. Highly recommended for preschool. - Jhani Z. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Great on Audio] Water color illustrations and black-girl-dreaming energy -- she is having a really good day. Lyrical and relaxing. Highly recommended for preschool. - Jhani Z. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Great on Audio] Show less

Water color illustrations and black-girl-dreaming energy -- she is having a really good day. Lyrical and relaxing. Highly recommended for preschool. - Jhani Z. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Great on Audio] Water color illustrations and black-girl-dreaming energy -- she is having a really good day. Lyrical and relaxing. Highly recommended for preschool. - Jhani Z. [Black & Indigenous & People of Color, Great on Audio] Show less

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