Once Upon a Tiger by Sarah Massini, S&S, £14.99

Tiger is irate to find three cheeky human cubs climbing on his back – but when they refuse to be scared off, he becomes increasingly attached to them. A sweet, classic-feeling picture book fable, heightened by tender, expressive illustrations.

Mama’s Wedding by Circle Yuen, Lantana, £12.99

Mama is getting married, but Ruby has mixed emotions – how will Daddy Daniel feel on the day? A gorgeous, nuanced picture book about blended families and new milestones.

I Am a Squirrel by Scott Rothman , illustrated by Tom Tinn-Dinsbury, Happy Yak, £7.99

Big brother won’t believe that little brother’s a squirrel, even though he loves gathering nuts and leaping from tree to tree. But wait – is it time for a hawk to join the game? A funny, acutely observed picture book about sibling dynamics and imaginary play.

The Mole Construction Company by Shingo Nagasaki , translated by Lisa Wilcut, Do Re Mi, £12.99

Oh no, the Squirrels’ treehouse is tipping over!…