I think we all can relate to pouring over the pages of our favorite picture books as children, searching out the tiniest details. Maybe you created your own objects to seek out within the illustrations, or maybe you thoroughly enjoyed being given clues and prompts? Either way these picture puzzles can provide endless hours of fascination. Here are some new suggestions to continue the fun of this classic children's genre!
By Jonty Howley
Beverly, MA: Happy Yak, an imprint of The Quarto Group, 2024. Picture Book.
Set in a clever story format designed for younger readers, Come Out, Come Out, Chameleon! is the perfect introduction to the seek-and-find genre as you help a slightly clueless old man search for his pet chameleon. An exasperated dog sidekick and a visual surprise at the end will have your little readers laughing out loud for more!
Somerville, MA: Candlewick Press, 2024. Picture Book.
The latest offering in the ever-popular Where's Waldo series, The Great Games Speed Search has a fun new twist! Lay the book out flat and face off with an opponent as you race against each other to see who can find Waldo the fastest --chase him through soccer matches, dances, singing competitions, and more!
Written by Sara T. Behrman
Illustrated by Melanie Mikecz
Oakland, CA: The Collective Book Studio, 2024. Picture Book.
By Marc Martin
Somerville, MA: Candlewick Studio, an imprint of Candlewick Press, 2021. Informational.
Chock full of information on how 12 very different species camouflage to survive and thrive, Masters of Disguise is not only beautifully illustrated, but also an engaging and challenging seek-and-find that is sure to draw in elementary audiences.
Written by Will Mabbitt
Illustrated by Aaron Cushley
New York: DK Publishing, 2021. Picture Book.
Stevie is lost in The Met! How will she find her way to back to her family's meeting point? Follow along and search out clues through gorgeous illustrations of real-life Met exhibits!
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