This study aims to develop a model picture book "Sumbang Kurenah" through literacy Minangkabau culture to build the character of early childhood especially in Group B. Sumbang kurenah designed in the form of picture books using the Minangkabau language aims to introduce children about the teaching culture, Minangkabau culture is faded away and being replaced by advanced technology and not many of Minangkabau culture story books have been published so storybook sumbang kurenah story books can be used as a reference for educators in shaping the character of children from an early age. This type of research is the research and development (Research and Development), with model Borg and Gall. Based on language test validation research result data, illustrator pictures and lay out of the book gained an average of 90.81%. Teacher questionnaire responses obtained with an average of 81.8%, children's character value is 68.39%. Based on these results it can be concluded that the development model of sumbang kurenah in form of story book to build the early childhood character is very valid, practical and effective. In other words, the use of model development sumbang kurenah picture books can be effective in shaping the character of the child, and make a positive contribution in the learning process in group B in Bukittinggi-Agam.