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Written and Illustrated by Mo Willems

Mo Willems' introductory guide for new arrivals welcomes readers to the world using bold, eye-catching graphics and clever text that is perfect for reading aloud. 

Tessa Takes Wing

Written by Richard Jackson

Illustrated by Julie Downing

While everyone else in the family is sleeping, baby Tessa manages to get out of her crib and plays until the rest of the family begins to awaken.

Buster and the Baby

Written by Amy Hest

Illustrated by Polly Dunbar

Buster the dog and a baby engage in a playful game of chase all day. When nighttime comes, they're still bonding.

You Are New

Written and Illustrated by Lucy Knisley

A world of being new is waiting for little ones and the grown-ups who love them in this warm and funny book. From napping to crying to cuddling to playing, this book introduces the world to newborns (and new parents) with humor, honesty, and unmitigated sweetness.

I Love You, Baby Burrito

Written and Illustrated by Angela Dominguez

One of the first things new parents learn is how to swaddle their newborns to keep them safe and cozy, "like a baby burrito." Inspired by that phrase, I Love You, Baby Burrito depicts the love and care that goes into the act of wrapping a little one up: tucking in each piernita, each bracito, everything except the baby's sweet carita. With gentle text, simple Spanish words, and irresistible illustrations, this new baby book is delectable.

King Baby

Written and Illustrated by Kate Beaton

Baby is King, and all his needs must be met by his subjects, otherwise know as his parents, but soon he will grow up, and who will rule them then?

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