Children's Books

3 years & up. 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. Content may vary.

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 and reading skills. Bilingual board books. 14 pages each.

4 years & up.  Bring joy and excitement to your classroom with this lively collection of books and read-along CDs. Featuring engaging stories, cheerful illustrations, and clear narration, this set introduces children to the alphabet, numbers, colors, and yearly celebrations in a fun, interactive way.  Each book is designed to support early literacy, listening skills, and vocabulary development, while the accompanying CDs encourage children to follow along, recognize words, and build reading confidence. The vibrant, colorful pages capture attention, making learning a delightful experience for young learners. Perfect for whole or small group time, literacy centers, or at-home family engagement, this set gives teachers and caregivers a versatile resource to reinforce foundational skills. All titles ready by Stanley Tucci.

These lap size board books are perfect for sharing and entertaining small groups of infants, toddlers and twos as well as with individual children that might have visual impairments. Designed for the younger child, these books are similar to big books for 3-5 year olds. These oversized board books also have larger pictures and larger print. A lap-sized book measures 10" x 9" as opposed to the traditional size of 5" x 5".

4 years & up. This collection of books will boost children's self-esteem by encouraging them to do activities they enjoy rather than activities they think they are supposed to do. Each story shows children doing non-traditional gender role activities such as girls going on a nature adventure, boys painting their nails and girls being a pirate. Partial proceeds from one of the books go to accelerating LGBTQ acceptance. Set of 4. Hardcover.

3 - 5 years. Can you bite your mom? No! What can you bite? An apple! Karen Katz's books are a must-have for every new mom and dad because they focus on how toddlers grow up and become more social. Paperback. 24 pages.

3 years & up. This book set consists of classroom read-aloud stories that are filled with fun and rhyme. Each book features rhythmic language and familiar repetition that makes it easy to follow along. Children will recall what is to come next and feel that they are part of each story. Components may vary. Set of 7 books.

Grades 1 - 4. Join Jack and Annie on adventures through time and space. Filled with Factual information, these books are great for connecting fiction with non-fiction texts. Paperbacks include Dolphins at Daybreak, Vacation under the Volcano, Ghost Town at Sundown, Hour of the Olympics, Viking Ships at Sunrise, Polar Bears Past Bedtime, Lions at Lunchtime, Day of the Dragon King.

Birth & up. Read along to classic nursery rhymes with your little one or talk with your baby about the exciting world around them with this set of Indestructibles Community & Nursery Rhyme Picture Book Set. Each book features a different theme containing simple words and phrases to accompany the illustrations. These soft and paper-like books are designed to be chew proof, rip proof, and drool proof for babies who "read" with their hands and mouths. Made of waterproof, tear-resistant, baby-durable, and non-toxic material. Books can be cleaned in the dishwasher or washing machine.

4 years & up. Help children understand their value and worth no matter who they are! Each book in this inclusive set shows children that who they are is perfect no matter the color of their skin, what they wear, or their religion. These inspiring stories will encourage children to see the best in other people and be empowered by the uniqueness in others and themselves. Hardcover. Set of 4.

A cumulative classic tale that children will enjoy reading over and over.

3 years & up. Children, therapists, and teachers will benefit from this collection of titles full of encouragement and support. Lessons abound from support in the face of common childhood fears to the will of a hearing impaired child to dance. A must for every classroom! Titles may vary.

4 years & up. Six paleontologists search for bones. When they find them, they dig them up, wrap them, and load them on a truck, bound for the museum. With simple text and vibrant illustrations, young readers explore the process of finding and assembling bone fossils. Hardcover. 32 pages.

A bright, science-minded boy goes to the beach equipped to collect and examine flotsam, anything floating that has been washed ashore. Bottles, lost toys, small objects of every description are among his usual finds. But there's no way he could have prepared for one particular discovery: a barnacle-encrusted underwater camera, with its own secrets to share...and to keep. Hardcover. 40 pages.

3 years & up. Author-illustrator Leo Lionni is well known for his use of colorful and imaginative storybooks. His books contain messages that center around themes of self-discovery, acceptance, friendship, creativity and the beauty of nature. Many stories emphasize the importance of embracing one's uniqueness, celebrating creativity and the power of imagination, working together, helping each other and valuing relationships with others. Through his stories, children develop an appreciation for the environment, learn about different animals and habitats, and gain a deeper understanding of their place in the world. This set of 8 paperbacks is sure to not disappoint the youngest or oldest of readers. Each book provides a simple lesson in friendship and acceptance. Paperback.

4 years & up. Simple text and colorful cut-paper illustrations combine in a celebration of the beauty and usefulness of water that depicts such objects as a rainy day, steam cooking, and ice cubes.

3 years & up. Explore the animal alphabet from Angel Fish to Zebra in this silly, rhyming romp! There are lots of fabulous verses and eye-popping illustrations. Filled with fun animal facts, "ABC Animal Jamboree" is a read-aloud classic little ones will love! Paperback. 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.

2 years & up. Bring the magical world of Dr. Seuss to life with these Dr. Seuss Board Books for Individual or Classroom Reading! This set of classic Dr. Seuss Board Books introduces children to the fun of reading through his signature illustrations and rhymes. Children will love going on an adventure with different characters as they follow along with the whimsical plots. This set of books promotes literacy, creativity, imagination, and early vocabulary. Each board book contains thick pages that are easy for smaller hands to turn.

3 years & up. Bring the classic tale of the Gingerbread Boy to life with this delightful retelling of a beloved nursery rhyme. Featuring colorful, engaging illustrations and clever, playful text, this charming story invites young readers to follow the Gingerbread Boy on his exciting adventure. A fun way to introduce children to traditional nursery rhymes while encouraging early literacy, language development, and a love of storytelling.

2 years & up. In this enchanting tale, a very old man sets out to find the prettiest cat in the world for his wife, only to return home with millions of cats to choose from! A beloved American classic and widely recognized as the first modern picture book, this timeless story delights readers with its charming illustrations and memorable tale.

3 - 9 years. The South America Readers include 9 readers with stories pertaining to the continent of South America. The continent readers allow emerging readers to read independently for content as they are studying a continent: these readers introduce phonetic elements with the same progression and color-coding as the Waseca Reading Program. The 9 stories in the South America Readers come with picture cards, text cards, and tyvek books, stored beautifully in the pockets of individual hardcover folios. Includes the guide to presentation (download), masters for each Reader story (download), and South America Readers (includes 9 booklets with 6 picture and 6 text cards for each booklet) with 10 brass icon clips and birch storage box.

Birth & up. YOTTOY's cuddly My Friend Corduroy Bear has ultra-soft plush fur and different textures that infants find irresistible. Young ones will love to hold this sweet bear dressed in signature green corduroy overalls, complete with purple patch pocket. Corduroy Bear features hand-embroidered details, making him especially loveable. Snuggle with one of the most loved bears in children's literature basd on the bestselling book written and illustrated by Caldecott Medal winner, Don Freeman. Plush measures 7.25"H sitting. Surface wash and air dry only.

Birth & up. Children will build number recognition and counting skills through lively illustrations of animals. From counting 1-10 to first words and more.