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Best Picture Books 2025 | SLJ Best Books
From sensory-filled illustrations to relentlessly funny characters, the 2025 Best Picture Books make for excellent read-alouds, heartfelt one-on-ones, and heartrending reads.
PREMIUM
When Paul Revere Rode: Voices from the First Night of the American Revolution
Gripping illustrations and very effective text place readers in the middle of this dramatic night in American history. Recommended.
Venus!: Fierce and Fabulous
The personification works to great effect in this addition to the series and libraries should definitely give Venus her well-deserved spot on the shelves. Highly recommended.
Serafina Makes Waves
Rich vocabulary and a hilarious water-hating cat make this a stellar choice for all collections. Highly recommended and highly enjoyable.
PREMIUM
Monsters in the Moonlight: A Yalda Night Adventure
A wonderful story of a Winter Solstice celebration from the Persian tradition. Those seeking to broaden their holiday collections will be well served to add this charming title to their shelves.
Forty the Fortune Teller
A must-have for all collections serving young people, this tale pairs a brilliant sense of humor with great comedic timing. This instant classic will have children pondering their own fortunes as well as those of their friends.
PREMIUM
Take Me Out to the Ball Game
A rousing rendition of a classic song celebrating baseball’s legacy and appeal. Recommended for collections that are looking for sports-themed titles in their picture book collections
PREMIUM
Baby Loves Sports
Baby-pleasing photographs with active youngsters and adults will get even small children reaching for the sports equipment nearby and going out to play. For all board book collections.
PREMIUM
Sploot: Two Squirrels, One Mission: Stay Cool!
This easy-to-enjoy story of two temperature-challenged creatures will be enjoyed on a hot summer day and throughout the year.
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