A Penguin a Day
In the oversized 365 Penguins, written by Jean-Luc Fromental and illustrated by Joëlle Jolivet, penguins arrive one at a time every day for a full year, at the home of the young narrator and his family. The charming and humorous story—told in stylized illustrations in black, white, orange and—integrates fun math concepts into an important lesson about global warming . $17.95.
Abram Books for Young Readers, New York
www.hnabooks.com

A Special Celebration
In New Clothes for New Year’s Day, written and meticulously illustrated by Hyun-joo Bae, readers follow a young Korean girl’s special preparations for the Lunar New Year, which is celebrated each February. As she dons her traditional costume piece by piece, readers can share in her joy and excitement. The book is at once a window into another culture and a tale with universal appeal. $15.95
Kane/Miller Publishing, La Jolla, Calif.
www.kanemiller.com

Dragon Tales
In Stardragon, by Switzerland-based illustrator Andrew Breakspeare, a boy helps comfort a lost little dragon who falls to earth into a snowdrift. In gratitude, the dragon’s parents grant the boy a wish in return, and take him soaring through the clouds and into the stars. It’s an enchanting read-aloud journey into a wondrous winter world. $15.99
Penguin Young Readers Group (Dutton), New York
http://us.penguingroup.com