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Birth - 3 years. When the Elephant walks, he scares the Bear. When the Bear runs away, he scares the Crocodile. When the Crocodile swims for his life, he scares the Wild Hog . . . and so on, down to the Mouse. And who would be scared of a little mouse? Endearing animals, rhythmic text, and hilarious illustrations will make this book a favorite. Board Book. 30 pages.

12 months & up. Just breathe! Temper tantrums and meltdowns are no laughing matter. Many young children act out because they do not know how to express themselves or handle their strong emotions and it causes misery all around. This constructive book is packed full of beautiful illustrations and rhythmic text that will help encourage children to work through their strong emotions in a calm and controlled way. They need to know that they can access a quiet, safe space to cry, ask for hugs, and… More »

18 months & up. Introduce bright, fun animal prints to your dramatic play center with this Dog Dress-Up Vest. Pretend play promotes imagination, creativity, and storytelling. The no closure design makes it easy to put on and take off. Machine wash cold.

18 months & up. Introduce bright, fun animal prints to your dramatic play center with this Cat Dress-Up Vest. Pretend play promotes imagination, creativity, and storytelling. The no closure design makes it easy to put on and take off. Machine wash cold.

By the warmth of a campfire beneath a starry night sky, a Navajo youth named Boy-Strength-of-Blue-Horses listens to the tale of his birth from his grandfather. Although blind, the boy learns that he has the strength to cope with his condition and meet any challenge that comes his way.

5 years & up. Aldomaro dreams of becoming a doctor, and his most treasured tool in chasing that dream is his radio. Through it, he listens to educational programs, learns about the human body, and imagines a future where he can help others. But when the batteries die, replacing them isn't as simple as running to the nearest store. In Aldomaro's village, resources are scarce, and money is hard to come by. This heartfelt story offers a meaningful glimpse into a way of life very different from… More »

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. Star the starling wants to sing all by himself so that everyone will look at his beautiful feathers but when a hawk comes hunting, Star discovers that there's more strength and power in community than in being alone. This thrilling original fable about why starlings flock in murmurations and why their wings have speckles. 32 pages.

7 - 10 years. An introduction to the life and career of the ichthyologist whose interest in fish began at the age of nine during weekly trips to the Aquarium in New York City. Paperback. 96 pages.

6 - 9 years. Narwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do they love waffles, parties, and adventures. Join Narwhal and Jelly as they discover the whole wide ocean together. A wonderfully silly early graphic novel series featuring three stories. In the first, Jelly learns that Narwhal is a really good friend. Then Narwhal and Jelly form their own pod of awesomeness with their ocean friends. And finally, Narwhal and Jelly… More »

3 years & up. This 10 piece see-through set is perfect for little hands to learn how to write numbers on a light table and also great for tracing exercises. Each number measures 2"W x 3"H with raised edges and arrows showing the direction of how each one is drawn.

The Tabletop Audio Center securely holds and displays most full-sized tablets, features storage for one pair of headphones and has an additional area to hold notebooks or other assignments. The rubberized feet and stay-put strip add stability to the base and more security for your electronics. Measures 8" W x 10.5" H x 10" D.

Catching is easy with this slow-floating ball! Super-lightweight ball is easy to track, with a non-slip surface that is ribbed for extra security. The balls may be "under" inflated to give a soft, mushy feel or fully inflated for a firm, bouncy feel. The inflation level controls the bounce and softness, and it's strong enough to support a child. Ships deflated. Inflates with straw (included) or pump. Color may vary.

Fun clothes for dolls up to 15.75". Clothes are easy to put on and take off with hook and loop fasteners. Set comes with pants, 2 shirts, and beanie hat. Hand wash and line dry.

4 - 7 years. Wilson Bentley was always fascinated by snow. In childhood and adulthood, he saw each tiny crystal of a snowflake as a little miracle and wanted to understand them. His parents supported his curiosity and saved until they could give him his own camera and microscope. At the time, his enthusiasm was misunderstood. But with patience and determination, Wilson catalogued hundreds of snowflake photographs, gave slideshows of his findings and, when he was 66, published a book of his photos.… More »

A classic book for all ages for mothers and fathers! A moving parable about the gift of giving and the capacity to love, told throughout the life of a boy who grows to manhood and a tree that selflessly gives him her bounty through the years.

5 years & up. This big, bright set of 10 shapes invites students to explore geometry. Shapes have a common three-inch dimension to illustrate relationships between area, volume, shape, form and size. Plastic shapes include cone, sphere, hemisphere, cube, cylinder, rectangular prism, hexagonal prism, triangular prism, square pyramid and triangular pyramid. Activity guide included.

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 - 7 years. Whether families live in modern cities or remote villages, they share many of the same joys and challenges. Vibrant photos and engaging text depict children in many countries as they live, eat, play, work, and learn with members of their families in this celebration of diversity and of the human family. Paperback.

5 - 8 years. There will be times when you walk into a room and no one there is quite like you. There are many reasons to feel different. Maybe it's how you look or talk, or where you're from; maybe it's what you eat, or something just as random. It's not easy to take those first steps into a place where nobody really knows you yet, but somehow you do it. This book reminds us that we all feel like outsiders sometimes and how brave it is that we go forth anyway. And that sometimes, when we reach out… More »

12 months & up. Bursting with energy and imagination, this bilingual Spanish/ English celebration of self-esteem inspires children to love every part of who they are - inside and out. Wild hair? Silly breath? No problem! This confident little girl knows what truly counts. 32 pages.

4 - 8 years. Red has a bright red label, but he is, in fact, blue. His teacher tries to help him be red (let's draw strawberries!), his mother tries to help him be red by sending him out on a playdate with a yellow classmate (go draw a nice orange!), and the scissors try to help him be red by snipping his label so that he has room to breathe. But Red is miserable. He just can't be red, no matter how hard he tries! Finally, a brand-new friend offers a brand-new perspective, and Red discovers what… More »

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.

4 years & up. In a retelling of the classic French folktale especially suited to beginning readers, a clever vagabond tricks an old woman into believing he can make soup from a stone. Paperback. 32 pages.