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Best Picture Books 2019

The 17 Picture Books of 2019 That You Need on Your Child’s Bookshelf

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Even though kids tend to want to read the same three or four books over and over (and over and over and over) again, there are always new ones being released, and so far, 2019 is on fire. From picture books about ocean conservation and endangered species to those that address one's emotions and what facts are, there's a new picture book that's bound to be the one your kids want to read on repeat this year.

Check out some of our favourite picture book releases of 2019 — so far! — ahead.

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1. Hair Love

Hair Love ($16, available for preorder) is all about the bonds between fathers and their daughters, as well as the challenges parents will overcome for their kids.

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$16
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2. Lubna and Pebble

Lubna and Pebble ($14) subtly addresses the refugee crisis in an age-appropriate way.

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$14
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3. When Sadness is at Your Door

When Sadness is at Your Door ($13) explores one's emotions and how kids can handle, understand, and cope with theirs.

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4. The Sea Book

The Sea Book ($13) is filled with eco-friendly tips and reminders of how we can keep the world's oceans clean.

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5. High Five

From the creators of Dragons Love Tacos comes High Five ($14), a hysterical story about high-five contests.

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6. Elvis Is King!

Elvis Is King! ($17) is all about — you guessed it — the King of Rock and Roll!

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$17
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7. When You Are Brave

When You Are Brave ($13) is an inspiring book about having bravery and courage through difficult and trying times.

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8. When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree

When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree ($11) is a fun twist on the famous saying, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade."

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9. There Are No Bears in This Bakery

There Are No Bears in This Bakery ($8) is a funny story about a bear in the wrong place at the right time.

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10. Ten Rules of the Birthday Wish

Ten Rules of the Birthday Wish ($13) is a comprehensive guide to celebrating your child's favourite day of the year — their birthday!

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11. Don't Let Them Disappear

Don't Let Them Disappear ($11) is by Chelsea Clinton and discusses 12 endangered species and how to help them survive.

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12. Nobody Hugs a Cactus

Nobody Hugs a Cactus ($13) is about a lonely cactus named Hank who just wants a hug.

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$13
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13. Mario and the Aliens

Mario and the Aliens ($11) aims to encourage kids to play with "real toys," like bikes, balls, and dolls, instead of devices.

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14. Spend It!

Spend It! ($14) helps kids to figure out how to save their money and budget for treats.

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15. Dragons Are Real!

Dragons Are Real! ($8) will make kids wish they had a real dragon (don't we all?).

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16. The Sad Little Fact

The truth will set you free, and The Sad Little Fact ($12) seeks to teach kids about facts.

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17. Another

Another ($13) puts kids in the shoes of others and into different perspectives.

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