Children's Books

6 - 9 years. A gentle story that teaches how small acts of kindness can help children feel included and allow them to flourish. A simple act of kindness can transform an invisible boy into a friend. Meet Brian, the invisible boy. Nobody in class ever seems to notice him or thinks to include him in their group, game, or birthday party, until a new kid comes to class. When the new boy Justin arrives, Brian is the first to make him feel welcome. And when Brian and Justin team up to work on a class… More »

Grades K - 2. Katie Woo is a spunky, sassy, and stylish schoolgirl who readers will fall in love with. These early chapter books are perfect for explaining life changes, family celebrations, and growing up. Award-winning author Fran Manushkin outdoes herself with these fun, lighthearted stories. Perfect addition to any young girl's library. Set of 8 paperback books.

When Portuguese sailor Ferdinand Magellan set sail from Spain in 1519, he believed he could get to the Spice Islands by sailing west through or around the New World. He was right, but what he didn't know was that the treacherous voyage would take him three years and cost him his life. Black-and-white line drawings illustrate Magellan's life and voyage, with sidebars and a timeline that enhance readers' understanding of the period.

3 months & up. Introduce your children to these classic rhymes with this wonderful set of Sing-A-Song Board Books for Individual or Classroom Reading. Sharing rhymes helps babies to begin to understand the natural patterns of speech. Your children will love singing and dancing along to these popular nursery rhymes with their friends or family. This set of board books promotes literacy, imagination, and early vocabulary skills. Each book contains thick pages that are easy for smaller hands to turn. Set of 10.

Three white mice discover jars of red, blue, and yellow paint and explore the world of color. 32 pages.

3 years & up. Clifford and Emily Elizabeth are celebrating their first Hanukkah. They love hearing the story of Hanukkah, eating "latkes" (fried potato pancakes) and "sufganiyot" (fried jelly donuts), and playing dreidel. 32 pages.

3 years & up. <span>In their new adventure, Mr. Magee and his dog, Dee, are enjoying a peaceful camping trip when along comes a lumbering, marshmallow-loving bear and the excitement begins. The next thing the two campers know, they are plunging down a mountain, racing down a river, and teetering on the edge of a waterfall! How will Mr. Magee and Dee find their way out of this slippery situation? </span> 36 pages.

12 months & up. This book invites you on a yoga adventure with 10 adorable forest critters. Experience beginner yoga poses for the youngest child. 22 pages.

3 years & up. Sing and follow along with these fun titles from Barefoot Books. Titles include <em>Boogie in the Bronx, Head Shoulders Knees & Toes, Rooftop Garden, </em>and <em>Yoga Adventure.</em> Includes an online access link to original audio and video animation.

Every kid has heard of Harry Houdini, the famous magician who could escape from handcuffs, jail cells, and locked trunks. But do they know that the ever-ambitious and adventurous Houdini was also a famous movie star and the first pilot to fly a plane in Australia? This well-told biography is full of the details of Houdini's life that kids will really want to know about and illustrated throughout with beautiful black-and-white line drawings.

An old nursery poem introduces animals and their young and the numbers one through ten.

Ages 3-7 years. 32 pages. Get ready for an adventure with a farmer and his tractor on this multi-season animal adventure! An industrious farmer picks up fifteen animals along his journey, but when his trailer hits a stone, pandemonium follows. This colorful book merges simple counting instruction with humor, repetition and rhythm to encourage learning fun. Includes educational endnotes on the different machines farmers use and the crops they care for and harvest! A QR code on the book provides access… More »

3 years & up. This book and CD set consists of a story children will enjoy and sing along with as well. Perfect for the listening center or for a singing group activity. Children will develop their listening and retention skills as they remember this classic tune.<br />  

3 - 6 years. A thoughtful picture book illustrating the power of being kind. When Tanisha spills grape juice all over her new dress, her classmate contemplates how to make her feel better and what it means to be kind. From asking the new girl to play, to standing up for someone being bullied, this moving and thoughtful story explores what a child can do to be kind, and how each act, big or small, can make a difference. Be Kind is an unforgettable story about how two simple words can change the world. Hardcover. 32 pages.

6 - 10 years. Whether it's rescuing their loved ones from danger or escaping the cave of a very lazy bear, the heroines and heroes in this set of 4 illustrated chapter books win the day with courage and perseverance. These stories from Zambia, Russia, Ireland and Brazil are fully illustrated to aid comprehension and immerse emerging readers in the story. Available in this boxed set or individually, the stories include: Masha and the Bear (Russia), The Tortoise's Gift (Zambia), Cara and the Wizard… More »

Perfect for young readers, this beautifully illustrated, classic story entertains children while using repetition to help them learn.

3 years & up. Help children explore what they want to be when they grow up with this descriptive Let's Learn About Community Helpers Career Exploration Books. This set of nine books follow the careers of librarians, bus drivers, dentists, construction workers, chefs, plumbers, farmers, mechanics, and mail carriers. Children will love exploring different career paths and learning about the importance of each job. Encourage children to ask questions or talk about the people they know in these… More »

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

Birth & up. Hello, tummy! From tummy time to snack time, from bubbles to giggles, join baby in discovering what little bellies can do. 16 pages.

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.

12 months - 3 years. Meet Clive - and his imagination! Clive loves his dolls. He enjoys playing with them, and sharing them with his friends. A gentle, affectionate book, celebrating diversity and challenging gender stereotypes. Board book. 14 pages.

6 years & up. Julian isn't afraid of lions or tigers, but he is scared of . . . bicycles? Julian's friend Gloria has a brand-new bicycle. She makes riding it look easy, but Julian is scared. Bicycles are shiny, whizzing, wobbly things. And he's not ready to ride one. But he can't tell Gloria he's scared, so he tells a fib instead. He almost gets away with it . . . until the fib backfires and he's got an even bigger problem! Chapter paperback. 80 pages.

7 - 10 years. Zeke Meeks thinks his teacher is crazy when he announces that no one can watch TV for an entire week. There is no way Zeke will survive without videogames or his favorite shows. Will he be bored enough to play with his sister? Study? Actually read for fun? Only time will tell. Paperback. 128 pages.

This "Very" book by Eric Carle will delight children while encouraging them to explore the familiar and understand emotions.