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.
6 years & up. Prepare your own slides to observe and explore! This kit is an excellent complement to any microscope. Microscope not included. Included: 12 pieces blank slides, 12 pieces Concavity (well) slides, 1 plastic storage box to hold 25 slides, Cover glass, Plastic forceps, Plastic pipet (dropper), and Directions and helpful hints for preparing simple mounts.
4 years & up. This full deck of Waterproof Cards set takes classic playing cards to another level! Although the cards are clear, the face cards are still visible. They are flexible, hand washable, easy to shuffle, and packed in a durable travel case . The cards are a standard playing cards size and are printed on premium clear plastic cardstock.
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.
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.
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.
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.
12 months & up. It's never too early to introduce children to a second language. English and Spanish words are shown side by side. Filled with vivid pictures and a fun format which makes a game out of learning.
4 years & up. Violet is a science-loving inventor with a knack of flying! She can engineer any appliance in her home by age 2, and by age 8, she has taken to the skies. In this story, readers will join Violet her on adventures as she follows her dreams! Paperback. 40 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… More »
3 - 5 years. "If I built a car, it'd be totally new! Here are a few of the things that I'd do. . . ." Jack has designed the ultimate fantasy car. Inspired by zeppelins and trains, Cadillacs and old planes, with brilliant colors and lots of shiny chrome, this far-out vision is ready to cruise! There's a fireplace, a pool, and even a snack bar! After a tour of the ritzy interior, Robert the robot starts up the motor . . . and Jack and his dad set off on the wildest test drive ever! Paperback. 40 pages.
3 - 8 years. Franklin has always lived in the same house in the same town, and he's grown up with the same friends. Then new neighbors move in-- the Moose family! At school, Mr. Owl asks Franklin to be Moose's buddy. Initially, Franklin is afraid of Moose because of his size, but he soon realizes that despite their differences, he has made a new friend. Paperback. 32 pages.
5 years & up. Watch Millie care for her backyard chickens. A fun way to introduce kids to life sciences and where food comes from. Paperback. 40 pages.
4 - 7 years. Lydia Grace Finch brings a suitcase full of seeds to the big gray city, where she goes to stay with her Uncle Jim, a cantankerous baker. There she initiates a gradual transformation, bit by bit brightening the shop and bringing smiles to customers' faces with the flowers she grows. But it is in a secret place that Lydia Grace works on her masterpiece-- an ambitious rooftop garden-- which she hopes will make even Uncle Jim smile. Sarah Stewart introduces readers to an engaging and determined… More »
From the moment Gooney Bird Greene arrives at Watertower Elementary School, her fellow second-graders are intrigued by her unique sense of style and her unusual lunches. So when story time arrives, the choice is unanimous: they want to hear about Gooney Bird Greene. And that suits her just fine, because, as it turns out, Gooney Bird has quite a few interesting and "absolutely true" stories to tell. Paperback. 128 pages.
5 years & up. Join Vashti on a journey of perseverance and self-discovery. This heartwarming, relatable story will have adults and little learners ready to try something new and find their own creative spirit.
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.
3 years & up. This pajama set aims to cultivate the creativity, hand-eye coordination, finger flexibility, and imagination of young users! The green pajamas fit dolls up to 15 3/4" long. The pajama design facilitates that of baby clothing worn in warm weather, adding realism to your dramatic play! Includes 1 shirt, 1 onesie.
3 years & up. Washable Watercolor Magic antique gold metallic liquid watercolor in an 8 oz. bottle has a convenient flip-top cap for easy dispensing. Non-Toxic and AP certified. Made in the USA.
3 - 5 years. Nancy Carlson's reassuring picture book about getting ready for kindergarten is now available in a Spanish-English edition-and to a whole new audience of young children. The simple, comforting text and big, bright illustrations will ease first-day-of-school jitters and help make the early days of kindergarten exciting and fun. Bilingual hardcover. 32 pages.