Children's Books

As children grow and develop it is important for them to establish a secure sense of self and a strong sense of self with others. These books boost self-confidence and help children learn to grow and foster positive relationships.

With children in mind, these four books focus on how the most recent coronavirus outbreak has affected our communities and schools. The books discuss topics including essential workers, flattening the curve, what a virus is, building healthy habits, and how children are learning and staying connected while schools are temporarily closed. Each book features real images, a review section, a glossary, and an index. Hardback. 24 pages each.

1 year & up. Enjoy finding simple ways to celebrate mindfulness with peace, love, joy and kindness every day. Includes 4 books.

Birth & up. Gentle, calming words in each book introduce infants and toddlers to early mindfulness, awareness and peacefulness practices.

1 year & up. These 2 musical books will brighten any day! Follow Ditty Bird on many musical journeys with 6 favorite children's songs and 6 favorite action songs. Through these two musical books, children will learn animals, letters, and parts of the body. Songs include 'The Wheels on the Bus', 'Five Little Ducks','Head, Shoulders, Knees & Toes', 'B-I-N-G-O', 'Simon Says','Pat a Cake', 'I'm a Little Teapot' and many more. Includes 2 different books and batteries.

Birth & up. Soft and durable, Indestructibles are chew-proof, rip-proof, nontoxic and 100% washable. This set includes basic concepts like opposites, colors, shapes, numbers, outdoors, seasons and kindness. Each has bright illustrations that capture the attention of infants and toddlers.

1 year & up. Bundled exclusively by Ditty Bird for customers here at Kaplan Early Learning, these musical books will brighten any day! Follow Ditty Bird on many musical journeys with 6 of his favorite instrumental songs and 6 of his favorite classical songs. Through these two musical books, children will discover great composers and classic children's songs. Each book comes with three LR1130 batteries, instructions for replacement can be found on the back cover of the books. Includes 2 musical books.

1 year & up. Bundled exclusively by Ditty Bird for customers here at Kaplan Early Learning, these musical books will brighten any day! In the Safari Animal Sounds book, follow Ditty Bird on many musical journeys with 5 of his favorite safari animal sounds, along with a beautiful song from the Congo. In the Dinosaur Sounds book, discover 6 of his favorite dinosaurs and listen to their sounds. Through these two musical books, children will discover many animal sounds. Each book comes with three… More »

12 months & up. Your children will be excited to learn about all of the different animal families as they poke and name them as they go! Not only will they learn what the animal is called, but they will also learn what each baby is called too. Read along and look out for the pop noise as you poke each animal making it easy to keep track of which animals they have named. This book set includes three beautifully-illustrated Mini Poke-A-Dot® books, all about animal families.

12 months & up. Your children will be excited to learn about all of the different vehicles as they poke and name them as they go. Not only will they learn about construction vehicles, and different emergency vehicles, but they will also learn about all kinds of things that go! Read along and look out for the pop noise as you poke each vehicle making it easy to keep track of which objects they have already named. This book set includes three beautifully-illustrated Mini Poke-A-Dot® books,… More »

Birth & up. Using beautiful real pictures and a question-answer format, this series introduces young children to animals, where they live and what they like to do. Simple sentences reinforce future language structure while turning the pages builds fine motor skills. Bilingual board books. 14 pages each.

Grades PreK & up. This collection of books will inspire children to be the best them that they can be. Through these uplifting stories children will find the importance of empowering yourself, making a difference for others, finding happiness in who you are, dreaming big dreams and staying true to yourself. Set of 4 hardcover books.

Birth & up. Everyone is perfect, just the way they are! Celebrate families and babies with all the wonderful ways we're the same and different.

4 years & up. Hello from Brazil! This story shows the world the children growing up in the towering neighborhoods of Rio de Janiero, Brazil, see every day. This perspective gives insight to how children gorw up similarily and differently. The pages are vibrant and show the urban community of Rio de Janiero in a colorful light. Paperback. 40 pages.

4 years & up. This book was written in such a way to challenge gender stereotypes, suggesting the freedom to play as children choose is fundamental to their learning process. Children will find that Jamie is very much their self, and plays how they want to. Provides tips of how to ensure a child's playtime is also learning time. Hardcover. 32 pages.

Birth & up. Set of 4 interactive, machine-washable themed cloth activity books encourage early language and sensory development. Books have pockets, flaps, mirrors and fine motor activities with lots of surprises.

An inspiring guide from Dolly Chugh, an award-winning social psychologist at the New York University Stern School of Business, on how to confront difficult issues including sexism, racism, inequality, and injustice so that you can make the world (and yourself) better. Many of us believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion. But how do we stand up for those values in our turbulent world? The Person You Mean to Be is the smart, "semi-bold" person's guide to fighting for what you believe in.

3 years & up. These books are the first two written by activist Innosanto Nagara. "A is for Activist" was originally written for Nagara's child, but once published, it became an instant hit. 3 years later, "Counting on Community" came out celebrating communities. A is for Activist - This book calls parents and children to action and support social justice movements as well as inspires hope for the future. Covering hard topics, this book opens the door to progressive conversations… More »

Birth & up. This bilingual board book series explains early manners and emotions with simple words and images, illustrating ways to copy with frustration, anger or sadness. Includes the following six titles: Hands are Not for Hitting, Words are Not for Hurting, Diapers are Not Forever, Voices are Not for Yelling, Worries are Not Forever, Germs are Not for Sharing

Birth & up. This board book series explains early manners and emotions with simple words and images, illustrating ways to copy with frustration, anger or sadness. Includes the following six titles: Diapers Are Not Forever, Worries Are Not Forever, Voices Are Not for Yelling, Waiting is Not Forever, Noses are Not for Picking, and Pacifiers are Not Forever.

Dr. Lieberman addresses common questions about toddlers and their emotions and how they discover their world. Includes topics on temperament, anxieties and child care. Paperback. 352 pages.

8 years & up. This book has the goal of proving elementary aged children positive character traits. Included inside are true stories of children portraying positive character traits, self-reflection quizzes, activities to encourage character trait development, resources, and so much more. Paperback. 176 pages.

3 years & up. This positive and affable book aims to assist children in understanding their feelings, providing coping strategies for managing and communicating said emotions. The book includes a section for adults, offering activities, tips, and discussion topics to lead children in exploring what they are feeling. Hardcover. 40 pages.

4 years & up. This book offers self-help resource to assist children in identifying depression or sadness, and helpful ways in managing such emotions. The book never uses the word "depression," but uses a simple, gentle story to open door of emotional communication between parent and child over early symptoms of childhood depression. Hardcover. 40 pages.