I Love My New Toy! is a warm, funny early reader about friendship, imagination, and the excitement of a brand-new toy. In this picture-book–style story, Gerald and Piggie invite young readers into a world where sharing, surprise, and a tiny accident become a meaningful moment. Perfect for children ages 4 to 7 who love playful humor and expressive illustrations, this book offers a comforting, adventurous read that matters.

Written with Mo Willems’s signature accessible voice, I Love My New Toy! uses short sentences, lively dialogue, and bold, expressive drawings to keep little minds engaged. Gerald’s careful calm balances Piggie’s high-spirited energy, creating a rhythm that’s easy to follow for new readers. The pages mix storytelling with delightful visuals, so children can anticipate the next giggle or clue as the story unfolds at a gentle, kid-friendly pace.

As the toy tale unfolds, young readers meet friendship in action—how to share, how to cope with a small mishap, and how understanding and kindness can smooth over even a momentary setback. This fiction centers on emotions and relationships, inviting kids to name what they feel, laugh with the characters, and learn resilience through a simple, heartwarming journey.

• Accessible text designed for beginning readers
• Expressive illustrations that bring Gerald and Piggie to life
• Humor and heart about friendship, sharing, and dealing with little accidents
• Gentle pacing with clear visual cues that support early literacy
• Signature Mo Willems warmth, with a memorable duo kids will want to revisit

After finishing I Love My New Toy!, young readers gain confidence in their reading and a warm takeaway about friendship and empathy. The story leaves children feeling hopeful, understood, and excited to explore more adventures with Gerald and Piggie.