3 years & up. One winter morning, Lina wakes up to silence. It's the sound of snow! The kind that looks soft and glows bright in the winter sun. But as she walks to her grandmother's house to help make the family recipe for warak enab, she continues to listen. As Lina walks past snowmen and across icy sidewalks, she discovers ten ways to pay attention to what might have otherwise gone unnoticed.
4 years & up. Duncan just wants to color, but when he opens his crayon box, he's met with a surprise-letters from his crayons, and they're all saying the same thing: they quit! Blue crayon is exhausted from coloring endless oceans and skies. Black crayon is tired of being stuck with outlines and wants a chance to shine. Meanwhile, Orange and Yellow are in a heated feud, each convinced they're the rightful color of the sun. Now Duncan faces a tricky challenge: how can he make peace with his crayons… More »
If you give a cat a cupcake, he'll ask for some sprinkles to go with it. When you give him the sprinkles, he might spill some on the floor. Cleaning up will make him hot, so you'll give him a bathing suit . . . and that's just the beginning! The lovable cat who first appeared in If You Give a Pig a Party now has his very own book! Written in the tradition of the bestselling If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, Laura Numeroff and Felicia Bond's newest story will show everyone that Cat is where it's at! Hardback
2 years & up. Get ready for bedtime with Llama Llama! The Llama Llama Large Plush makes a great companion for little ones and ideal for comforting hugs and snuggles. In the book, Llama Llama is ready for bedtime in his red pajamas and gets tucked in by his mama. She goes downstairs and she doesn't come back right away so Baby Llama begins to worry and fret until she returns. This story of Llama Llama relates to children and the need for their mother's comfort. Hardcover book includes 40 pages.… More »
3 years & up. Mama's Milk offers age-appropriate information to discuss the natural bond between mammal moms and their babies. Beautifully illustrated and tenderly written about humans and animals feeding their young. Also includes fascinating nursing facts about some animals. Hardcover. 32 pages.
3 years & up. David's teacher has her hands full! From racing through the halls to sneaking gum in class, David's boundless energy stirs up mischief all day long - sure to amuse even the most well-behaved readers. This Spanish edition will bring joy to children, parents, and teachers alike. 32 pages.
Birth & up. What began as a simple errand to the laundromat becomes a desperate journey as the entire family joins together to rescue Trixie's Knuffle Bunny. This charming Knuffle Bunny set features your very own Knuffle Bunny plush and Mo Willems classic book, "Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale." Hang tightly onto your Knuffle Bunny as you read. You don't want to lose him. Hardcover. 40 Pages. Plush size: 12.25"H.
3 - 5 years. When something sad happens, Taylor doesn't know where to turn. All the animals are sure they have the answer. The chicken wants to talk it out, but Taylor doesn't feel like chatting. The bear thinks Taylor should get angry, but that's not quite right either. One by one, the animals try to tell Taylor how to act, and one by one they fail to offer comfort. Then the rabbit arrives. All the rabbit does is listen, which is just what Taylor needs. With its spare, poignant text and irresistibly… More »
There are so many things to see down by the station; engines, buses, taxi's and more. Bouncy illustrations, innovative die cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child.
4 years & up. Even when the class bully at her new school makes fun of her, Molly remembers what her grandmother told her and she feels good about herself. 32 pages.
3 years & up. We see a city where people are bridges to each other and children sing poetry in two languages. A family frolic in the snow reminds the poet of the iguanas playing by his grandmother's house in Mexico. We are dazzled by the promise of seedling redwoods and all children growing to be the ancestors of tomorrow.
Grades K - 3. A follow-up story to the original Vincent and Viola, "The Moon Is Broke Together" reinforces the concept of the moon phases in conjunction with the fraction of the moon that is lit at each phase. The same two lovable characters take us through the discovery of a pattern found in both the moon phases and the fractions that represent each phase! The mathematics and science concepts incorporated in this book are right on target for 3-5 Common Core Standards. Don't miss out on… More »
4 - 8 years. One day, a small boy receives a very special invitation-the King and the Queen have invited him to the castle for tea. He accepts, with one question: "May I bring a friend?" "Any friend of our friend is welcome here," says the King. But their guest's friend turns out to be someone they never expected! Paperback. 48 pages,
These books are for Spanish speakers learning English and visa versa. Bilingual books help students learn a second language while increasing their reading fluency and vocabulary of their primary language. Each book has bright, colorful photographs with the English word in red and the Spanish word in blue under each photograph. Pronunciation list for each word is provided in the back of each book.
36 years & up. Young children learn the importance of doing a job well and appreciate the contributions these diligent workers make to our life and the world around us. 24 pages. Paperback.
4 - 8 years. Little Lex has big dreams of becoming a superhero! He reads comic books, builds up his muscles, and orders a superhero costume. His first mission is to save a tomcat in trouble. The tomcat ends up bullying Dex about his size. Will Dex learn that a hero is not defined by the strength of his muscles, but the trueness of his heart? Paperback. 32 pages.
3 years & up. Have you ever built a snowman and discovered the next day that his grin has gotten a little crooked, or his tree-branch arms have moved? What do snowmen do at night? This delightful wintertime tale reveals all! Caralyn Buehner's witty, imaginative verse offers many amusing details about the secret life of snowmen and where they go at night, while Mark Buehner's roly-poly snowmen are bursting with personality and charm. 32 pages.
4 - 6 years. Is there anything more splendid than a baby's skin? As children grow, their clever skin does, too, enjoying hugs and tickles, protecting them inside and out, and making them one of a kind. Fran Manushkin's rollicking text and Lauren Tobia's delicious illustrations paint a breezy and irresistible picture of the human family -- and how wonderful it is to be just who you are. Paperback. 32 pages.
6 years & up. Full of fun rhyming verse, this book helps readers begin to learn Spanish. With verse as bouncy as a conga line, this book makes reading and speaking Spanish fun for children. Playful illustrations bring over 70 Spanish words to life in ways sure to tickle a child's fancy, while introducing a new language and culture. Paperback. 32 pages.
4 years & up. When brave Sheila Rae, who usually looks out for her sister Louise, becomes lost and scared one day, Louise comes to the rescue. 32 pages. Paperback.
3 years & up. This delightful book uses lighthearted comparisons, simple text, and warm illustrations to showcase a cheerful household where every family member is unique, yet shares common traits with others. The enjoyment lies in discovering both the differences and the similarities. 32 pages.
Ages 6-10 years. 50 cards + 8 page booklet. Dig in, explore the garden and have fun indoors and out! Fifty easy-to-follow activity cards in 5 engaging categories invite children to learn not just the basics of gardening, but also new ways of looking at nature. Creative games, nature-themed crafts and unique experiments are enhanced by colorful collage artwork on each double-sided card. Kid-friendly explanations of the history and science behind each activity make this product a valuable multi-layered… More »