Children's Books

3 years & up. "I'm grim and grumpy," says Small to Large, "and I don't think you love me at all." But nothing could be further from the truth--and Large knows just how to reassure Small in this warm and tender story about a child's biggest worry and a parent's endless capacity for love. Board book. 24 pages.

In this true story a group of African-American female mathematicians, also called "human computers", work hard to launch rockets into space. Hardcover. 40 pages.

Ages 3 & up. High on energy and imagination, this ode to self-esteem encourages kids to appreciate everything about themselves-nside and out. Messy hair? Beaver breath? So what! Here's a little girl who knows what really matters. At once silly and serious, Karen Beaumont's joyous rhyming text and David Catrow's vibrant illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulful, and straight from the heart. 32 Pages 

4 years & up. If food dropped like rain from the sky, wouldn't it be marvelous! Or would it? It could, after all, be messy. And you'd have no choice. What if you didn't like what fell? Or what if too much came? Have you ever thought of what it might be like to be squashed flat by a pancake? Paperback. 32 pages.

Birth & up. Bright illustrations encourage children to identify colors and shapes, practice counting, and follow Sam's journey as he drives from his country home to the busy city where he works. 36 pages.

4 - 8 years. Max is being so terrible that his mother sends him to his room without supper. But Max doesn't care -- he sails off to the land of the Wild Things, and they make him their king. There, Max can be as terrible as he pleases, and the Wild Things join in the rumpus. Finally, Max is tired of being wild, and yearns to go home. Paperback. 48 pages.

Stink may be super smart, and Stink may be uber clever, but he's been in the Polliwog swim class frog-ever and he still can't bear to put his face in the water. Why would he want a geyser up his nose, on purpose? But then something weird happens: Stink starts to see frogs everywhere, in the locker room, in his boot, in the bathtub. And when a freaky blue frog licks his arm, his froggy senses start tingling! He has an urge to slurp up raisins (that look like flies). He can't wait to play in the rain and mud. He's a wiz at identifying frog calls. And he has become very interested in the local frog population. Could it be that Stink is turning into . . . the amazing Stink-Frog, fighter of slime? Pree-eep! Craw-awk!

3 years & up. The books in this set gives children a realistic insight into the working day of adults. Easy-to-read captions and color photographs of men and women from different cultures help children understand what's involved in each occupation. Children learn all about what it takes to do an interesting job well. Along the way, they appreciate the contributions these workers make to our lives and the world around us. Set of 8 books. Titles may vary.

3 years & up. Through vivid illustrations and simple, inquiry-based text, children are introduced to a variety of animals such as hares, ducks, foxes, and deer. By examining the tracks they leave behind in the snow. Each page prompts observation, prediction, and critical thinking as readers guess which animal made each set of footprints before discovering the answer.

4 years & up. Yelena and Papa take care of their traditional Filipino dwelling - their nipa hut - and it takes care of them. When a tropical storm roars towards the Philippines, their preparation will be put to the test. Gripping narrative will keep young readers glued to the pages as Yelena, Papa and the nipa hut work together as a family to withstand the storm. 32 pages.

4 years & up. Author Donald Crews used childhood memories of trains seen during his travels to his grandparents' farm in the American South as the inspiration for this timeless favorite.

2 years & up. Help little ones engage in storytelling and creative play with life-like puppets that correspond with their favorite storybooks. This timeless story will come to life with the 14" high soft puppet and 6 animal finger puppets to share this delightful book. Set includes 7 story props and paperback book. Props are surface wash only.

4 years & up. Scientists study stars using power tolls like telescopes and satellites, but stargazing doesn't require special equipment. Even though they are far away, stars are part of our everyday world.

12 months & up Introduce your children to a variety of fundamental concepts with these wonderful National Geographic Look and Learn  Board Books. These board books are filled with colorful, high quality photos from National Geographic. Children are introduced to Patterns, Match, Colors, Shapes, Same and Different, and Opposites. Encourage your children to ask questions about concepts and vocabulary they're unfamiliar with. Set of 6 board books.

5 - 8 years. In this playful look at patterns, there are many examples of repeating sequences of shapes, colors, objects, and more. The comical cats of the wildly popular Words Are CATegorical® series show how patterns can be found all around us. Peppy rhymes, goofy illustrations, and kid-friendly examples make pattern practice fun! Paperback. 32 pages.

4 years & up. Explore the power and wonder of wind through the story of a young girl who embarks on an imaginative adventure. As she soars, spins, and tumbles through a windy day, readers discover the dynamic forces of nature and the joy of creative exploration.

2 years & up. Introduce your children to classic stories with this wonderful set of Classic Board Books. No classroom can be complete without having this set of timeless tales. This set of board books promotes literacy, imagination, exploration, color recognition, STEM, and early vocabulary. Each book contains thick pages that are easy for smaller hands to turn. Titles may vary.

4 - 7 years. When Stick rescues Stone from a prickly situation with a Pinecone, a friendship is born. But when Stick gets stuck, can Stone return the favor? With simple rhyming text, subtle messages of kindness and compassion, this delightful story about making and helping friends will enchant readers young and old because it's never too early--or too late--to stick up for your friends. Hardcover. 48 pages.

8 years & up. Reluctant and enthusiastic readers will be sucked into Greg Heffley's world with abandon. The combination of hilarity, illustrations, and everyday antics makes this set a must-have for any classroom! Middle school student Greg Heffley takes readers through an academic year's worth of drama. Greg's mother forces him to keep a diary ("I know what it says on the cover, but when Mom went out to buy this thing I specifically told her to get one that didn't say 'diary' on it"), and in it he loosely recounts each day's events, interspersed with his comic illustrations. Kinney has a gift for believable preteen dialogue and narration (e.g., "Don't expect me to be all 'Dear Diary' this and 'Dear Diary' that"), and the illustrations serve as a hilarious counterpoint to Greg's often deadpan voice. 

12 months & up. Introduce your children to classic stories with this wonderful set of Classic Board Books. No classroom can be complete without having this set of timeless tales. Your children will love going on adventures as they learn about counting, the alphabet, colors, animals, and more! This set of board books promotes literacy, imagination, exploration, color recognition, STEM, and early vocabulary. Each book contains thick pages that are easy for smaller hands to turn.

This big book set is filled with stories from favorite authors such as Eric Carle, Denise Fleming, Bill Martin, and Laura Numeroff. Children will be learning and laughing at these fun stories, wanting to read them over again and again. Set of nine big books.

8 - 11 years. This award-winning book contains over 13,000 main entries and more than 1,000 full-color photographs and drawings. 26-page appendix including separate thesaurus, phonics and spelling, measurement, and geography sections.

5 years & up. Young astronomers explore the fascinating world of stars by learning about their colors and brightness, identifying major constellations, and creating their own mini planetariums using simple materials like coffee cans and flashlights.

18 months & up. Help your children potty train with ease using these insightful Boys and Girls Potty Training Books for Home and Classroom. These books will give children confidence, encourage positive self-image and self-esteem, and help them learn to do things for themselves, including mastering toilet training. Potty training is natural for everyone, and these books will help your children build successful and consistent practices. Paperback and hardback combination. Set of 9.