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New Kids Books in April 2026

Check out these must have kid picture books that celebrate the the ways differently abled bodies move, important conversations about bodies and boundaries in a supportive and affirming way, to understanding book bans, children and their adults will find new favorites that come out this month at a bookstore near you.

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A Fish Like Me

Jamie Sumner (Author) Devon Holzwarth  (Illustrator)

In the spirit of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners and I Talk Like a River, this lyrical picture book from acclaimed author Jamie Sumner tells the story of a child in swim therapy and celebrates the ways differently abled bodies can move in the water.

The Shy Book

by Howard Pearlstein (Author), James Munro (Illustrator)

The Shy Book is a tender, empowering story that helps children find courage in their quiet moments and reminds them that even the softest voice has something important to say. A Junior Library Guild Gold Selection!

My Body, My Rules

Andy Passchier (Author)

This read-aloud picture book helps adults begin important conversations about bodies and boundaries in a supportive and affirming way. We all use our bodies to express ourselves. Your body belongs to you, and YOU get to make ALL the rules.

The Not So Quiet Life of Marcel Marceau 

by Jenn Bailey (Author), Sherry Bushue (Author), Pamela Zagarenski (Illustrator)

Before he was the world’s most famous mime, Marcel Marceau used the power of silence and his artistic talent to resist tyranny and save hundreds of Jewish children from the Nazis.

It Started with a Book Ban

by Linda Ravin Lodding (Author), Aaron Cushley (Illustrator)

When a book gets banned, what comes next?

Juneteenth (Celebrations & Festivals)

by Tonya Abari (Author), Ashley Evans (Illustrator)

Celebrate Freedom Day with a vibrant, joy-filled journey through the history and traditions of Juneteenth! 

Before It Was a Hurricane 

by Mary Kay Carson (Author), Jieting Chen (Illustrator)

A hurricane is a massive, dangerous storm. Its clouds carry trillions of gallons of water that can dump a year’s worth of rain in a single day. Learn how the most massive, destructive storm on Earth forms with this inventive new series!

The Boy with Big, Big Energy (The Big, Big Series, 4)

by Britney Winn Lee (Author), Jacob Souva (Illustrator)

From the creators of The Boy with Big, Big Feelings comes a new story about a boy who’s bursting with energy–moving, talking, bubbling excitement–and how he learns to channel it for good.

Juneteenth (Celebrate the World)

by Hannah Eliot (Author), Tequitia Andrews (Illustrator)

Introduce young readers to the history and celebration of Juneteenth with this vibrant board book! The Celebrate the World series highlights special occasions and holidays across the globe.

Little Ghost’s Summerween

Maggie Edkins Willis (Author, Illustrator)

Little Ghost tries to pick the perfect party theme for his summer birthday in this charming picture book companion to Little Ghost Makes a Friend by bestselling author-illustrator Maggie Edkins Willis.

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