This week on Butler Bookshelf: What happens when a group of “distinguished” lemmings encounter a bear? In Julie Colombet’s witty picture book, the lemmings learn to shake off their fastidiousness and take notes from their new bear friend. For more information on The Society of Distinguished Lemmings and other great picture books, check out the list below!

Bunnies on the Bus
Written by Philip Ardagh and illustrated by Ben Mantle
Published by Candlewick
Available now!

The Secret Life of Trees: Explore the forests of the world, with Oakheart the Brave
Written by Moira Butterfield and illustrated by Vivian Mineker
Published by words & pictures
Available August 18, 2020

The Society of Distinguished Lemmings
Written and illustrated by Julie Colombet
Published by Peachtree Publishing Company
Available now!

Happy: A Beginners Book of Mindfulness
Written by Nicola Edwards and illustrated by Katie Hickey
Published by Rodale Kids
Available now!

Pearl Goes to Preschool
Written and illustrated by Julie Fortenberry
Published by Candlewick
Available now!

The Secret Life of Spies
Written by Michael Noble and illustrated by Alexander Mostov
Published by Wide Eyed Editions
Available now!