Madison Library District

Choice Awards

Picture Books NOMINEES FOR 2026

Voting begins August 18.

Find all the nominees below.

Nominees

Spin Saves the Day
by Steve Behling

When Spin accidentally puts his own arm to sleep with his arachno-sting, will he find a new way to stop Electro and save the …

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Cats in Construction Hats
by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen

Six colorful cats work together to build a house…with just a little help (and mischief) from some tiny rat friends. Little readers will delight in following along with …

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Bluey: Fairytale
by Joe Brumm

Dad tells Bluey and Bingo a story set in a wild place call the eighties. When Dad was little, he …

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Ride the Waves!
by Alli Brydon

Lilo’s big sister Nani teaches Lilo and Stitch how to surf so they can spend time with their ‘ohana and win the town surfing competition! But can …

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Take a Breath,
Big Red Monster!

by Ed Emberley

Big Red Monster is angry! Turning the pages reveals colorful illustrations of different parts of the cranky creature’s face—from two mean …

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Attack of the Octopus
by Eric Geron

When an evil villain unleashes a rampaging octopus to destroy Hot Wheels City, the racers jump in their fast cars and Accept the …

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Bruce Saves the Planet
by Ryan T. Higgins

Bruce was a bear who liked to be by himself. But that wasn’t easy for him, as mother to four geese and …

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Safe Splashing!
by Haley Hoffman

Daniel Tiger is so excited when he finds out Trolley can now travel on land and in the water! Daniel, Dad Tiger, and Daniel’s friends …

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Daddy Dinosaur Rescue
by Matt Huntley

Join Chase, Marshall, and the rest of the PAW Patrol as they journey to the Dino Wilds for a Father’s Day picnic. But when a daddy dinosaur and …

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Graduation Day in Adventure Bay
by Matt Huntley

It’s graduation day in Adventure Bay, and singing star Luke Stars is set to perform–if he can make it there! Join Chase, Skye, Marshall, and …

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Rescue Wings
by Matt Huntley

The Princess of Barkingburg is coming to Adventure Bay for the opening of the new airport. But when Sweetie, the mischievous …

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Dinosaur Discovery!
by Hollis James

When Rubble and his friends uncover a dinosaur skeleton, they realize Builder Cove needs a museum. But as they make more …

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Buffalo Fluffalo and Puffalo
by Bess Kalb

Every day, Buffalo Fluffalo goes about his usual routine. He munches all the grass he can eat, frolics and rollicks with …

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I Don’t Wanna Hibernate!
by Anna Ouchchy

As snow gently blankets the land, the Groundhogs prepare for their long, snuggly hibernation. But …

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Bluey: Copycat
by Penguin Young Readers Group

Bluey is copying everything Dad does. She copies his stretches and all his goofy moves—when suddenly, they find an …

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Bluey: The Decider
by Penguin Young Readers Group

There’s a big rugby game tonight, and Lucky’s dad, Lucky, and Chucky are coming over to the Heeler house to watch it. But Chucky’s …

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You Can’t Catch Me!
by Catherine Rayner

Dexter the fox is frustrated when his owl and hare friends keep winning their chasing game—until he remembers that he has a …

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A Special Spring!
by Cat Reynolds

The Disney princesses enjoy springtime in this new storybook! Join Ariel, Tiana, Mulan, Cinderella, and the other princesses as they …

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Little Blue Truck and Racer Red
by Alice Schertle

Little Blue Truck and good friend Toad are out for a drive when a flash of red whizzes by—then whizzes back to …

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That’s Not Funny, David!
by David Shannon

David is determined to get laughs out of everyone — even from those who might not find his antics amusing! From cannonballs into the …

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Don’t Trust Fish
by Neil Sharpson

Why, dear reader, must you NEVER EVER trust fish? 1) They spend all their time in the water where we can’t see them. 2) Some are as big as…

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Dragons Can’t Eat Snow Cones
by Amanda Sobotka

Who can blame a dragon for wanting a cool and refreshing snow cone? They come in so many different flavors and colors! Sadly, as …

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Smelly Peggy
by Helen Stephens

Meet Peggy—a very naughty dog who gets into a lot of trouble. Some of the things she loves doing: leaping on the bed in the morning and …

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Fox, Fox, and More Fox
by Corey R. Tabor

Get ready for Fox, Fox, and more Fox! The three funny stories in this picture book starring Corey R. Tabor’s award-winning Fox along with his …

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If I Built a Town
by Chris Van Dusen

“My town will be swanky! My town will be swell! My town will be prized as the best place to dwell,” says Jack to the mayor one day as …

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Who’s Afraid of the Easter Bunny?
by Brooke Vitale

Easter is here, and all the toys in Bonnie’s room are excited. . . except for Rex. Why? Because he’s afraid of the Easter bunny! Join the …

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How to Catch an Invisible Bad Guy
by Alice Walstead

The How to Catch kids are having fun at a carnival when an Invisible Bad Guy falls out of the movie they are watching! Convinced that the …

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Buzzing Beehive!
by Christy Webster

Now younger Minecraft fans who are just starting to play the game can learn all about the friendly bee. In this full-color Mobs of

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Dino-Birthday
by Lisa Wheeler

Dinosaurs celebrate their birthdays with a variety of different parties, presents, and games depending on the …

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Will the Pigeon Graduate?
by Mo Willems

The Pigeon had better graduate! He did the work! He paid attention to the little details! He overcame some BIG obstacles! The Pigeon’s got …

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