Picture Book Lists

"Ayla lives on a beautiful tropical island surrounded by a coral reef. Her mom is a marine biologist, and every day, the two go exploring together. One day, Ayla notices that many of the fish have disappeared, and the once-vibrant corals have turned pale.She and her mom set out to save the corals--but is it too late?"-- Provided by publisher.

On a camping trip in an Australian rain forest with his father, a young boy thinks about the history of the plant and animal life around him and wonders about their future. (description from catalog)

Based on a true story, the author humorously recounts the time his grandfather got stranded with a friend on Surtsey, a brand new volcanic island in Iceland. The adventurers face epic challenges like molten lava, melted eyeglasses and scant supplies before finally getting rescued. Graphic novel-like layouts and spirited text invite readers to search for the one thing that's not actually true in this thrilling yet light-hearted tale of adventure. Endnotes include information about volcanoes, Icelandic culture and Norse mythology.

Based on a true story, the author humorously recounts the time his grandfather got stranded with a friend on Surtsey, a brand new volcanic island in Iceland. The adventurers face epic challenges like molten lava, melted eyeglasses and scant supplies before finally getting rescued. Graphic novel-like layouts and spirited text invite readers to search for the one thing that's not actually true in this thrilling yet light-hearted tale of adventure. Endnotes include information about volcanoes, Icelandic culture and Norse mythology.

While on a camping trip, five little ducks pitch tents, go fishing, toast marshmallows around a campfire, and face frightening night noises. (description from catalog)

"A collage-illustrated bedtime read about the often mysterious and always beautiful experiences to be found in nighttime spaces"-- Provided by publisher.

Arthur is not looking forward to Camp Meadowcroak, and when mysterious things start happening there, he decides to run away. (description from catalog)

A young city boy, riding the subway, finds an abandoned book about redwoods. He finds himself in the very forest described in the book. (description from catalog)

A celebration of the joy of being outdoors features a child who abandons his digital device in favor of joining a friend outside. (description from catalog)

Three friends set out to visit their secret fort at the edge of the woods, but as they are enjoying the freedom and nature all around them a big storm rolls in. (description from catalog)

Woodland animals camp in a human house for a weeklong vacation while the family that lives there is away. (description from catalog)

Three friends set out on a day hike to explore their local forest, intending to climb to the top of the hill, where they will plant a flag, read a poem, and release feathers into the wind. (description from book jacket)

Celebrated artist P.J. Lynch brings Robert Frost's classic to new life with exquisitely detailed illustrations, evoking its iconic moments and wintry setting on the outskirts of a small village. (description provided by the publisher)

A grieving son follows a treasure map his late father left him through the woods they used to explore together.

Cordelia and her troup of dino-scouts enjoy a camping trip in the great outdoors. (description from catalog)

On a rainy morning, a father and son bond over a walk through a field full of freshly formed ponds teeming with tadpoles. Provided by publisher.

Little Nye, Nella, and Lester want to go with Gracie into the wild, but she is not sure they are brave enough. (description from catalog)

Told through a series of notes, two boys go on a hike hoping to find Yeti but run into trouble along the way. (description from catalog)

With art supplies in tow, a young artist explores the wonders of his urban forest during all four seasons. Using a variety of artistic mediums, the boy creatively depicts the smaller parts of the forest that make up the larger whole. (description provided by the publisher)

Relates, through illustrations and simple, rhyming text, a family's day in the woods, including a hike, swimming, and a picnic. (description from catalog)

Will Ernestine be able to enjoy the wilderness, or will it prove to be a bit too far out of her comfort zone? (description from catalog)

In this gorgeously illustrated picture book, a brother and sister explore their surroundings, looking for treasure. (description provided by the publisher)

"A little crocodile explores the beach and campsite in this colorful, noisy book filled with sounds and new experiences that are sure to delight toddlers. For fans of Bark, George."-- Provided by publisher.

A father and child head out on a hike, keeping a cherished family tradition alive. (description from catalog)

A wordless picture-book journey through the Boundary Waters, canoeing and camping with a family as they encounter the northwoods wilderness in all its spectacular beauty. (description provided by the publisher)

In winter the Boundary Waters, way up north in Minnesota, is not the same place you canoed last summer--but still it beckons and welcomes you. Grab a pack, strap on snowshoes, make a path and venture out across the frozen lakes and through the snowy woods. (description from catalog)

Waking up when they hear Lake Superior singing, two children head out into the cold, where they spot tracks made by a variety of animals as they reach the snow-covered shore and lace up their skates, step onto the wild ice, and glide until the lake sings again. Provided by publisher.

When the Graves family goes on their annual camping trip to Lake Bleakmire, they make a frightening discovery in the forest. (description from catalog)

An illustrated version of the comical song in which a young summer camper describes all the horrors of Camp Granada and begs his parents to let him come home after only one day. (description from catalog)

Based on actual events, this picture book tells the story of the first Earth Day through the eyes of a young girl named Sam.

An environmental tale of land evolving over the millennia up to present day environmental changes, as well as the role one can take in caring for it. (description from the publisher)

Author and illustrator Evan Turk showcases the beauty and importance of the National Parks in this gorgeous picture book that takes readers on an amazing tour across the United States. (description provided by the publisher)

Illustrations and easy-to-read text reveal ways nature affects our everyday lives, such as providing food and clothing, and showing when to go to bed and when to get up. (description from catalog)

"Bear wakes up after his long winter's sleep and joins his friend, Butterfly, on a journey. "Where are we going?" asks Bear. "All journeys have secret destinations," says Butterfly. As they travel through forest, over hill. and across a great river, Butterfly offers her wisdom about hardships, facing one's fears, and living in the moment. Bear's natural impatience gradually softens into acceptance of the world around him"-- Provided by publisher.

One night after a storm, environmental activist Rachel Carson takes her nephew Roger out for a walk by the sea. Includes notes about Rachel Carson, the story, and bioluminescence. (description from catalog)

Just as a pebble is part of a mountain, just as a wave is part of the sea, so, too, is every one of us part of something bigger. With bright collage illustrations and a simple, lyrical text, acclaimed author-illustrator Toni Yuly invites readers to celebrate our relationship to the natural world. (description from catalog)