Mila's Mixed Up Christmas
Mila loves Christmas! The lights, the laughter, the smells of home.But this year feels... different...There are new foods on the table, unfamiliar songs in the air, and even her present isn't what she expected. It all feels a little mixed-up ... and a little too much. With a gentle heart and an open mind, Mila learns that not everyone celebrates the same way., .. and that's what makes it beautiful.Because when we look for the love behind each gift, every kind of Christmas can be special.
The Cactuson Family Learns Boundaries & Consent
A Gentle, Engaging Story That Helps Kids Understand Personal Boundaries, Consent, and RespectDeep in the sunny desert lives the Cactuson family-kind-hearted, spiky little creatures learning how to live, play, and grow together without hurting each other. But when the cactus kids start poking more than playing, it's time for a heartfelt lesson about personal space, consent, and respecting others' boundaries.The Cactuson Family Learns Boundaries & Consent is a beautifully illustrated picture book designed to help children ages 4-8 understand the importance of body boundaries, emotional awareness, and mutual respect. Through playful storytelling and relatable characters, this story shows kids how to express themselves, honor others' comfort zones, and build healthy friendships-one thoughtful moment at a time.���� Children will learn: What personal boundaries and consent meanHow to ask permission before hugging, touching, or sharingThat it's okay to say "no"-and important to listen when others doHow to show love and friendship in different waysPart of the Tiny Thorns, Big Hearts series, this story includes bonus parent-child activities to encourage respectful conversations and practice healthy social-emotional habits at home or in the classroom.Perfect for parents, educators, therapists, and caregivers, this book is a powerful tool for early learning around empathy, communication, and safe relationships.
The Spider With No Nose
The Spider With No Nose is an imaginative story about a spider who thought he was missing a nose - just because all the other creatures he saw had noses.Being special often means you are different - just like spiders are different. It is just the way spiders are made.Children can sometimes compare themselves with others and wish they were made differently from what they are. This little story helps children accept themselves just the way they are.
Summer
New edition of the classic wordless board book with joyful summer illustrations. Part of the beloved Seasons collection by renowned illustrator Gerda Muller.This chunky board book shares the joys of the season - fishing for tadpoles, days at the beach, eating ice-cream, and picking berries. Without words it encourages very young children to engage with the illustrations, create their own stories and spot details in the summer scenes.Summer is one of the four wordless Seasons books created by USBBY-honored illustrator Gerda Muller. Loved for almost 30 years, these books are full of lively and charming classic illustrations, which children will enjoy returning to again and again.
Spring
New edition of the classic wordless board book with joyful spring illustrations. Part of the beloved Seasons collection by renowned illustrator Gerda Muller.This chunky board book shares the joys of the season - playing with lambs, sowing seeds, painting Easter eggs and watching baby birds. Without words it encourages very young children to engage with the illustrations, create their own stories and spot details in the spring scenes.Spring is one of the four wordless Seasons books created by USBBY-honored illustrator Gerda Muller. Loved for almost 30 years, these books are full of lively and charming classic illustrations, which children will enjoy returning to again and again.
On Hot Chocolate Day
On Hot Chocolate Day - A Cozy Tale of Kindness, Cocoa, and CommunityStep into a heartwarming winter celebration where cocoa brings everyone together. On Hot Chocolate Day invites young readers (ages 4-8) on a magical journey through a cozy, snow-kissed town filled with warm cups, sweet surprises, and acts of kindness that sparkle like fresh snow.When the annual Hot Chocolate Contest begins, excitement swirls through the air! Friends and neighbors gather with mugs in hand, hoping to win-but the biggest prize isn't a trophy... it's the joy of sharing warmth, friendship, and generosity.Perfect for bedtime, classroom read-alouds, or winter break snuggles, this enchanting picture book offers: A charming story filled with winter wonder and whimsyGentle lessons about kindness, sharing, and community valuesCozy illustrations that make readers feel right at homeIdeal content for seasonal giving, cold weather classroom gifts, or holiday reading cornersIf you love stories like The Snowy Day or Bear Stays Up for Christmas, this cozy tale will warm your heart like a mug of cocoa on a chilly day.
Lullaby Legends: ABC of David Bowie
Join iconic musician David Bowie on an ABC adventure!Part of the beloved Lullaby Legends series, this vibrant children's board book introduces preschoolers to the inspiring story of David Bowie, the legendary pop icon.Told through gentle ABC rhymes, little readers can follow Bowie's journey from Brixton boy to Ziggy Stardust and global phenomenon.A is for the Album, Aladdin Sane, A '70s legend of rock music fame.B is for Brixton, and Bromley, too, Childhood homes, where Bowie grew.C is for Costumes, iconic looks, Recorded forever, on-screen and in books.Perfect for toddlers and young fans, this beautifully illustrated board book offers: A fresh and modern first biography of a legendary music icon.Alphabet learning through calming, rhyming lullabies.A playful, rhyming ABC board book that will appeal to Bowie fans of all ages.A standout bedtime read where music legend storytelling and learning fun come together, perfect for families looking for something truly special to share.Lullaby Legends: collectible ABC board books that blend lyrical rhymes, early learning, and inspiring true stories of global icons, perfect for bedtime, baby showers, and growing families.
Food Adventure
Embark on a tasty journey with Food Adventure! This delightful rhyming picture book brings fruits and vegetables to life in a playful story that entertains children while teaching them the joy of healthy eating. With bright illustrations and silly characters like carrots, apples, and broccoli, kids will laugh, rhyme, and discover the magic of healthy foods.PLUS enjoy fun, educational activities inside! From color-matching games to spot-the-difference challenges, riddles, and counting fun, Food Adventure makes learning about fruits and veggies an exciting part of playtime.Perfect for parents, teachers, and caregivers who want a cheerful storytime read that also builds healthy habits, logic, curiosity, and learning.
Bobby and Billy
Are We Rich? is a groundbreaking children's book series designed to help families talk openly about money, values, and true happiness. In the first book, Bobby and Billy: A Tale of Two Homes, two best friends discover that while their houses and toys may look very different, what matters most can't be bought. Bobby's big house and playroom full of toys make Billy wish he had more-but when Billy returns to his own warm, love-filled home, he realizes that happiness doesn't come from wealth or possessions. It comes from family, belonging, and gratitude. Written with warmth and heart, this story invites families to explore: - What money can and can't do - The difference between having wealth and feeling rich - How gratitude and love create real happiness At the end of the book, you'll find conversation prompts designed to spark age-appropriate money conversations between parents and kids. These prompts help children begin to understand the purpose of money-and what it means to live a truly "rich" life. This is more than a story-it's the start of a family conversation that can last a lifetime. To learn more, explore resources, and discover Suzy Riedman's other work-including books, articles, and podcasts on raising grounded kids with affluence-visit FamilyWealthDynamics.com.
First Words
Build early language skills and spark curiosity with First Words, a delightful board book designed to introduce babies and toddlers to their first everyday vocabulary. Featuring bright, engaging illustrations and sturdy, easy-to-grip tabs, this book invites little ones to explore familiar words in a fun, hands-on way. Each page showcases clear, simple words paired with charming artwork to support word recognition and visual learning. The large, illustrated tabs encourage independent page turning, helping develop fine motor skills and confidence, while the durable board book format is made to withstand repeated reading and enthusiastic little hands. Perfect for early learners, First Words supports key developmental milestones by expanding vocabulary, strengthening word-picture association, and encouraging early communication. Ideal for shared reading or independent discovery, this book helps lay the foundation for lifelong language learning. Key features and benefits: Introduces essential first words using clear, simple language Bright, friendly illustrations that engage and support early comprehension Large, sturdy tabs designed for small hands and independent exploration Durable board book format ideal for babies and toddlers Supports early vocabulary development, communication skills, and fine motor growth A wonderful choice for storytime, gifting, or early learning collections, First Words makes learning new vocabulary fun, accessible, and developmentally appropriate for little ones.
Coming Home
There is a place for everything and everything has its place! A little girl named Loxan had no idea that everything around her had a special place called home-just like her! But one day, when she goes biking and gets caught in a storm, she discovers that home is an extraordinary place where people, animals, and even things feel safe and loved. Loxan discovers that not only does everything have a home, but these homes have unique names. Read the book and then play Loxan's Trivia Game to see if you remember all those names! Then, think about names for homes of other things, animals, or people that are not mentioned in the book!
In New Granada; Or, Heroes And Patriots
A stirring voyage into the heart of revolution In New Granada crackles with courage, loyalty, and the high stakes of liberty. William Henry Giles Kingston s heroes and patriots novel brings 19th century South America alive through a fast-paced historical fiction adventure set in colonial New Granada. Follow daring explorers, reluctant soldiers, and steadfast civilians as they navigate guerrilla warfare, political intrigue, and the moral crucible of South American independence. Kingston s narrative blends vivid travelogue scenes, adrenaline-fueled skirmishes, and intimate portraits of patriotic heroism a true classic exploration tale that reads like an adventure in New Granada. This edition is a must for readers of historical novels about revolution and fans of Kingston adventure series: rich period detail, clear moral purpose, and the infectious momentum of a well-told mission for freedom. Its historical significance lies in a contemporaneous British perspective on Colombia s struggles, offering both dramatic storytelling and documentary value for students of colonial South America. Out of print for decades, In New Granada is now republished by Alpha Editions, carefully restored for today s and future generations. This is not simply a reprint it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure, remastered with respect for the original text and modern readability. Perfect for casual readers craving historical adventure and classic literature collectors seeking a definitive Kingston volume. Rediscover a lost classic of patriotic heroism stories and the wider tapestry of 19th century South America.
Harry'S Ladder To Learning
A little book with a big heart rediscover Harry s Ladder to Learning, a restored treasure that climbs from curiosity to confidence. This charming 19th-century children's book follows young Harry through playful lessons and gentle moral stories that teach letters, numbers, manners, and the joy of discovery. Written in simple, engaging episodes, the anonymous author book uses storytelling to turn early learning into an adventure: practical children's educational activities are woven into tales that foster literacy, numeracy, and character in the formative years. Rich with period illustrations and warm, approachable language, it s an early learning guide that invites parents, teachers, and children to learn through stories. Historically significant and lovingly crafted, Harry s Ladder to Learning represents a slice of vintage children's literature and historical children's book culture a bridge between didactic manuals and modern children s educational book design. This Gutenberg children's book has been out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. Carefully restored for today s and future generations, this edition goes beyond a simple reprint: it s a collector s item and cultural treasure, annotated and preserved for readers and collectors alike. Perfect for fans of classic educational stories, early childhood education professionals, and collectors of illustrated children's book editions this is a rare chance to own a piece of literary history that still teaches and delights.
What Happens In The Nighttime
Journey through the magical hours of the night in What Happens In The Nighttime, a comforting and beautifully illustrated bedtime story that shows children what happens in the world while they dream. From cargo ships crossing the sea, to astronauts orbiting Earth, to new babies being born, this gentle tale introduces little readers to the concept of time and reminds them that even in the stillness of night, the world is full of life, activity, and wonder. Perfect for easing nighttime worries and sparking curiosity, this book offers reassurance that they are never truly alone.
The Spider With No Nose
The Spider With No Nose is an imaginative story about a spider who thought he was missing a nose - just because all the other creatures he saw had noses.Being special often means you are different - just like spiders are different. It is just the way spiders are made.Children can sometimes compare themselves with others and wish they were made differently from what they are. This little story helps children accept themselves just the way they are.
Year Round
Explore winter questions, spring feelings, summer wishes and fall thoughts in Audrey Helen Weber's funky, joyous Year Round. Fancy flies untethered in this child-centric escapade through the seasons of the year. Audrey Helen Weber's inimitable retro-feel artwork dazzles, with textured, vivid colors and a sense of life and movement on each page. Playful stream-of-consciousness text soars and loops, perfectly capturing the many feelings and memories that each season tends to kick up. Whether your youngster has a philosophical streak, can't wait for their favorite season to come, or worries that time is moving too fast, they're sure to see themselves in the pages of Year Round, an ideal read-aloud for any and every day.
Snuggle Season
A 2025 Good Housekeeping Best Kids' Book Award Winner Delight in the coziness of winter with this charming picture book, the first in a series about the simple joys and daily rituals of each changing season! Winter, crisp and cold, is here, so we snuggle up this time of year. Can't get out of bed snuggles, curled up by the fire snuggles, waiting for the baking snuggles . . . A simple yet magical day unfolds as two siblings wake up to chilly weather, falling snow, and opportunities for snuggles of all kinds! With warm, rhythmic text and inviting illustrations, Snuggle Season explores the cozy, hidden wonders of winter. This timeless read-aloud will be a family favorite each year when snuggle season rolls around. Keep an eye out for Swimming Season, a celebration of summer, set to release in spring 2026!
Cash and the Scooter Mission
Two Young Friends and a Special Mission! Join Cash, a Husky puppy, and his trusty friend Busy Bee as they save money to purchase the rides of their dreams-zippy scooters! In this charmingly illustrated story, Busy Bee teaches Cash to embrace the concept of saving by setting goals, doing helpful tasks, being patient, and watching savings grow over time.This fun-to-read story from author Elizabeth Marion Tibbals, CPA, gently teaches young ones about saving money. Clever illustrations that will make you smile reinforce this tale, the first in a new series about financial literacy for kids. It's never too early to start encouraging children to save their money!
Balloon
A sweet and engaging seek-and-find story that follows the ups and downs of a lost balloon. What's better than holding onto a brand-new bright orange balloon? Oh no! What's worse than accidentally letting go of a bright orange balloon and watching it float up . . . up . . . up into the sky? In this nearly wordless book, sharp-eyed readers will spot something orange and round in every scene as they join an endearing journey from disappointment to hope to a surprise ending better than they could have imagined. A balloon, seek-and-find play, and a (literally) warm-and-fuzzy ending--who could ask for more? GENTLE STORY: The world is a noisy and busy place. This warm and welcoming picture book is just right for when children (and parents) just want to relax with a sweet story in a familiar setting with relatable characters. Its gentle message of resilience and optimism shines. INTERACTIVE READING EXPERIENCE: Within its quiet framework, there is ample room for active engagement--searching each scene for the lost balloon, finding the humorous moments and small side stories. and guessing what might happen next. WORDLESS BOOKS: For early learners and emerging readers, wordless picture books are wonderful for expanding their imaginations, and becoming more active readers. Perfect for: Young readers who enjoy seek-and-find books Parents, grandparents, and caregivers Teachers and librarians seeking wordless picture books to share Gift-giving for birthday, baby shower, or holiday Fans of picture books like Hot Dog, Every Little Kindness, and Bruce Handy's What If One Day...
Brain Train
For fans of P Is for Pterodactyl, this groundbreaking alphabet picture book from rising star Charlie Mylie is chock-full of letter shape seek-and-finds and other literacy-building twist and turns that will keep readers coming back for more All aboard the brain train! The conductor has mapped out a smooth route from A to Z, but when the train goes off the tracks, the whole alphabet goes off the rails! What's G doing next to I? Shouldn't Q come before R? Does anyone know how to get out of O? The train has to fly through the fog at F, slip past sea creatures at S, and hitch a ride with the horned horses at H if they want to make it safely to the memory palace. Written to reinforce readers' literacy building blocks, this totally twisted take on the ABCs is both a joy to read and a tool for new readers. With seek-and-find elements on every page, kids and caregivers are sure to return to this hilarious alphabet book over and over again.
Mira Y Aprende Halloween: Board Book
Perfect size for little hands! Babies will love the fun text and colorful art. Each page provides an interactive experience.
Ten Teeny Fingers, Ten Teeny Toes
Celebrate the little wonders of your baby with Ten Teeny Fingers, Ten Teeny Toes!This heartwarming board book cherishes all the tiny joys of babyhood--from soft skin and chubby cheeks to the sweetest little toes. With gentle, rhyming text and adorable illustrations of a cuddly koala parent and baby, it's perfect for snuggly read-aloud moments. Ideal for bedtime, playtime, or quiet bonding, this book helps parents and caregivers savor every precious detail of their little one.Why you'll love Ten Teeny Fingers, Ten Teeny Toes: Adorable and heartwarming: Celebrates the unique charm of babies with loving rhymes and sweet illustrations. Perfect for snuggles: Ideal for bedtime, quiet moments, or bonding with your little one. Supports early development: Encourages language growth and social-emotional learning through engaging text and visuals. About the Love You Forever series: Taffy Tales' love-themed board books celebrate family, relationships, and the special people in our lives. Colorful, beautifully illustrated, and fun to read again and again, these titles are cherished keepsakes for children and parents alike.
Tiny Touch Halloween: Board Book
Tiny touches for tiny hands! Children will love the fun text, colorful art and detailed embossing patterns on each page that provide an interactive, sensory reading experience.
Your Places Box Set
From the incomparable Jon Klassen, a trio of companion board books for the youngest of children. With a minimal tableau of familiar objects and a gentle rhythm suited for reading aloud, a farm, a forest, and an island are assembled with all their items, ending with bedtime as the sun goes down. These are places for a young child to have whenever they want to go there. This trio of board books, focusing on safe spaces, comfort, and imagination, signals new ground for Jon Klassen, even as peculiar touches of whimsy stamp them as iconically his.
Yellow Is a Banana
Are bananas yellow . . . or is yellow a banana? Learn all about yellow--and other colorful things--in this rollicking picture book from John Himmelman, author of the Bunjitsu Bunny series ​Approaching the concept of color, and the creative ways in which young children assign names to things in the world around them, with a fun, playful tone, this picture book is perfect for group or individual read-aloud story times. That yellow is a banana. No, a banana is yellow. These purples are grapes. No, these grapes are purple! This orange is a pumpkin. No, that pumpkin is orange! And this orange is . . . orange? With two charming siblings and a fresh, limited palette that allows each featured color to really shine, young readers will learn as they laugh in this side-splittingly funny, unique picture book.
Robot's First Snow
A charming picture book about play and the wonder of the winter season.All day in the factory, Robot sorts and stacks. At night, he wishes the other bots could play, but they're programmed to work, and work, and work.But one day, when the humans don't show up, and something strange is falling outside, Robot's sensors detect SNOW.Robot wants to go out thereAnd feel the snowflakes in the air.Can he convince his fellow robots that playing has a purpose?Will Robot get to have a snow day too?
A Door Is to Open
Welcome through the doorway of this picture book . . . about doors! From a Caldecott Honor author and a New York Times Best Illustrated artist comes a celebration of entrances, thresholds and portals -- and all the endless possibilities they can lead to! Some doors may give you a nervous, fizzy feeling . . . and also make you glad you came. There are so many kinds of doors: swinging doors and sliding doors, screen doors for feeling the night air, revolving doors for going around and around. Doors that open into . . . anything you can imagine! A birthday party, a shipwreck on the salty sea floor, a fairy's tiny home, a slide into a room full of pillows! Or even the fantastical future ahead. Where will the doorway of this picture book lead? The only way to find out is to turn the page and go through . . . In a playful ode to Ruth Krauss's A Hole Is to Dig and Remy Charlip's essay A Page Is a Door, this imagination-sparking picture book from an award-winning duo will be welcomed by anyone who is entering a new phase of life -- and invites readers of all ages to embrace the marvelous possibilities that wait for them behind every new door. Includes a beautiful foldout page and textured spine.
Animal ABCs
Book Description: Step into a world where jiggly jellyfish join jazzy jives, kindhearted kangaroo keeps kinship kindled, and resilient rooster radiates responsibility!Animal ABCs is a delightful picture book that takes little readers on a heartwarming adventure through the alphabet-one playful, positive, and alliterative animal sentence at a time. Each page features a lovable creature and a charming sentence where every word starts with the same letter, sparking smiles, curiosity, and language learning in the most inspiring way. Children learn the letters of the alphabet while being exposed to some of the bigger words in the English language in a fun way.Perfect for ages 2-6, this book is filled with: Adorable animal charactersPositive, uplifting vocabularyPlayful rhythms and sounds to support early literacyBeautiful, engaging illustrations to captivate young imaginationsWhether snuggled up for storytime or learning letters together, Animal ABCs is a feel-good favorite you'll reach for again and again.
My Mermaid Treasure
My Mermaid Treasure is a beautifully illustrated and soul-nurturing children's picture book that invites children on a magical underwater adventure with Katy and Mike, as they meet wise and playful mermaids. Along the way, they discover glistening gems - soul treasures that represent the inner strengths we all carry within.A companion to the beloved My Soul Treasure, this uplifting story uses the metaphor of gemstones and jewels to gently guide children to connect with their hearts, build resilience and embrace their true selves. Each shimmering gem reveals a powerful affirmation - I am adventurous and bold. I am playful and fun. I am caring and kind. I am beautiful and unique. I am amazing and strong. I am grounded and calm. I am magical and powerful - reminding young readers of the unique gifts that live inside them.Perfectly suited for sensitive, anxious and empathetic children, My Mermaid Treasure creates a calming and empowering reading experience that supports emotional well-being. With vibrant and colourful illustrations that bring the ocean world to life, it sparks imagination, joy and a sense of wonder, while delivering a heartfelt message of self-love and self-belief. This enchanting book is more than just a story - it's a healing tool and a celebration of each child's inner treasures. A must-have for homes, libraries, classrooms and therapy spaces, My Mermaid Treasure will leave children feeling seen, inspired and ready to shine their beautiful light in the world.
Dora: We Can Do It! 10-Button Sound Book
Join Dora, Boots, and all their friends in this fun and interactive 10-button sound book with Dora's voice on every button! It's abuela's birthday, and Dora and Boots have the perfect present for her. But how will they get to Sunflower Hill? Map and Backpack can help! Young Dora fans will love reading this fun story and then pressing the 10 sound buttons to hear Dora's voice as she and Boots work together to help give abuela the best birthday ever!
Becky the Tooth Fairy
Becky has been the Tooth Fairy for a very long time. Being the Tooth Fairy is a family tradition: Becky's mum and grandma were both Tooth Fairies. But if Becky could choose, she'd rather go on sunny hikes and learn about plants and animals. She especially loves bird spotting. Finally, Becky gets tired of working nights and decides to find the Perfect Fairy to replace her. But the fairies who apply for the job are far from what Becky expected. In fact, Becky discovers she doesn't know what "perfect" looks like at all! This highly amusing and imaginative story about a courageous Tooth Fairy who decides to spread her wings and follow her heart is both entertaining and inspiring. Younger Readers will delight in the vivid illustrations, they'll love meeting the charming characters, and finding out what the REAL TOOTH FAIRY does with their lost teeth.Librarians and teachers can use this celebratory Picture Book to introduce Younger Readers to caring for their TEETH (Dental Health syllabus) and it's sure to encourage discussion about GENDER, INCLUSIVITY and DIVERSITY (PSHE).
Too Much, Please
Welcome to Too Much Please, an educational book that brings numbers, love, and laughter into your toddler's day!Inspired by author Valerie's own son, this delightful math story for toddlers follows three-year-old Christopher on a fun-filled adventure with his dad. Whether he's asking for one glass of milk, two songs, or three balloons, Christopher is always looking for "Too Much", making this a perfect counting book for toddlers ages 2 to 5.As Christopher and his dad journey through the store, the park, and the library, little readers will enjoy learning to count while exploring relatable moments from everyday life. Along the way, they'll discover Christopher's favorite things and learn that the very best part of his day is the hugs and kisses Mommy gives him at bedtime.This charming story about counting favorite things is more than just a numbers book; it's a toddler book about family love and values, designed to support early learning numbers through storytelling, repetition, and emotional connection.Perfect for bedtime or circle time, Too Much Please is a gentle educational fiction book that encourages early math skills, emotional bonding, and a love for reading. Ideal for families looking for a preschool book that teaches counting and caring in one sweet story.
A Leaf Thief Book: What Color Is It?
Squirrel and Bird are hunting for colors! Follow them around their sunny woodland and lift the flaps to discover blue sky, brown deer, a purple hat, and many other colors, including Squirrel's favorite: red, orange, and yellow leaves! Following up on the fabulous NYT Bestseller success of the Leaf Thief books, this is a fun lift-the-flap exploration of colors with a sense of humor perfect for the youngest readers!
Colors of My Heart / Colores de Mi Coraz籀n (Scholastic Bilingual)
Celebrate all the colors of love in English and Spanish with this sweet bilingual board book based on a popular song from Grammy Award-winning children's musical duo 123 Andr矇s!This charming bilingual song from the Grammy Award-winning duo 123 Andr矇s is brought to life in board book form making it perfect for storytime sharing! Centered in a tender message of love, follow the adorable animal families as they reunite through the spreads, while introducing the colors in English and Spanish!123 Andr矇s are gifted lyricists and storytellers, and this bilingual board book perfectly captures their energy and charm. Maria Gabriela's vibrant illustrations are sure to engage little ones. From baby shower gifts for new parents to bedtime sing alouds all year long, this sweet board book is a must-have for any home or school library!
Z Is for Moose
An unjacketed, lower-priced hardcover edition of the acclaimed picture book. Caldecott Medalist Paul O. Zelinsky illustrates an outrageously silly story about the joys (and challenges) of friendship. Zebra wants to put on a show as simple as A-B-C, but Zebra's friend Moose has other (unexpected and hilarious) ideas!"Everybody will be elated with this goofy new way of going from A to Z." --The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (starred review)Zebra thinks the alphabet should be simple. A is for Apple. B is for Ball. Easy! But his friend Moose is too excited to wait for his turn, and when M isn't for Moose (Mouse gets the honor), the rest of the letters better run for cover. Exuberant and zany storytelling brings to life two friends and one laugh-out-loud comedy of errors that's about friendship, sharing, and compromise.The incomparable Paul O. Zelinsky's artwork is bursting at the seams--literally--with preschool appeal. Breaking the borders of the page and creating his illustrations both digitally and traditionally, Zelinsky turns convention on its head. The result is a picture book that is innovative, hilarious, and begging to be read over and over again.
Penguin's Ice-Cream Adventure
Frosty the ice-cream truck is off to sell some ice-cream cones, with the help of Chilly the penguin and her new assistant, Waffle. This fabric-and-vinyl covered book has a window in the cover with 2 removable mini plush penguins. Each spread has a different character ordering a sweet treat, and flaps for the reader to explore.
300 First Words Sound Book
Welcome to the busy, noisy world of toddlers! Press the integrated sound buttons to hear over 300 first words, again and again. Exploring popular themes of animals, vehicles, around the home, food, and nature, as well as key first concepts, this interactive sound book helps toddlers to have fun practicing and learning new words.
A is for Apple Wipe-Clean
Young readers can learn the letters of the alphabet while practicing pen control with this ABC board book. Includes dry-erase marker. Wipe-clean activities on sturdy board book pages combine fun and learning in this ideal alphabet tracing book for toddlers! Children can learn the letters of the alphabet with this wipe-clean book! Using the dry-erase marker that stores snugly at the top of the book, children will practice pen control as they engage in activities that include tracing, connect the dots, mazes, and more. This activity book is an excellent tool to help children grasp vital early concepts in a fun way.
Body Beautiful
From award-winning creators Susan Verde and Steph Littlebird comes an empowering celebration of the strength, diversity, worthiness, and beauty of our bodies. Did you know your body is beautiful? And not only is it beautiful--it is also unique, miraculous, wise, worthy, and 100% your own. New York Times bestselling author Susan Verde (the I Am series) and acclaimed illustrator Steph Littlebird (My Powerful Hair) team up to celebrate all of the beautiful things our bodies can be and do: from mirroring the wonders in nature and carrying the stories of our ancestors, to speaking up for what they need, growing, dancing and more! With an empowering, lyrical text and bold, vibrant illustrations, Body Beautiful feels like a hug for every body.
N Is for Nuance
A modern, smart, and refreshingly edgy take on the classic ABC book--perfect for curious kids and their grown-ups! Learning the alphabet has never been so engaging--or so sophisticated. This clever, modern twist on the traditional ABC book goes beyond simple letters and words, introducing kids to rich, nuanced vocabulary and concepts that will expand their minds and spark their imaginations. Designed to encourage higher-level abstract thinking, this book uses language as a tool to build curiosity and nurture a child's rapidly growing vocabulary. Rather than talking "down" to kids with overly simple words, this hardcover picture book speaks "up" to them, offering thoughtful definitions that challenge their understanding while still being delightfully accessible. With the whimsical and quirky animal illustrations by artist Kaja Kajfez, every page brings big ideas to life in a way that's as visually engaging as it is intellectually stimulating. Kids will gain familiarity with big words and deepen their understanding of concepts like nuance, belonging, and more. Learn these ABCs: A is for ambiance. The personality of a room. B is for belonging. The feeling that you are a piece in a big puzzle. C is for compelled. When you should probably stop, but you just...keep...going. D is for diligence. Working hard because you really, truly care. E is for ethereal. Through the engaging and thought-provoking text, young readers will encounter concepts like nuance, community, perseverance, and more--broadening their horizons while igniting their curiosity about the world around them. N is for Nuance is perfect for kids who love to ask "why" and "what does that mean?" as well as for parents and educators who want to foster a love of learning. Whether read aloud at bedtime, shared in a classroom, or enjoyed independently, it's an invitation to explore language, ideas, and emotions in a way that's both meaningful and fun. A must-have for modern families, this ABC book is more than just an alphabet--it's a celebration of big words, big ideas, and the big potential of little minds.
Inch Worm Inch Worm
Learning to measure has never been so fun! Join the curious little Inch Worm and his friend, the Ladybug on their journey to discover just how long an inch really is. From flowers to animals, Inch Worm, Inch Worm, is a fun and informative way to learn how to use a ruler. By relating numbers to everyday items, children can learn that math is everywhere. With colorful illustrations and cute critters leading the way, Inch Worm, Inch Worm will inch its way into the hearts of children while teaching them a thing or two about measurements. So sit down and enjoy the journey from one inch to twelve inches as Inch Worm and Ladybug explain just how big everything is!
ABC Los Angeles
ABC Los Angeles in a detailed and beautifully illustrated book of famous LA landmarks. Enjoy reading to your little one while learning about the alphabet and fun places the family can visit!
Snow Kid
From the New York Times bestselling creator of Not Quite Narwhal, Jessie Sima, comes a "gentle, reassuring" (Publishers Weekly, starred review) wintery picture book about a snow kid finding out what it means to be themself! Meet Twig, the snow kid! Like all snow kids, Twig was made from many snowflakes, twigs, stones, a crisp orange carrot, and a very fine hat. What a wonderful thing it is to be Twig! Except...could they still be Twig if a strong breeze blows away their hat? As Twig chases after the hat, more things keep changing, and they keep growing and moving and talking. Is there still a way to go back to being Twig? Maybe not. But maybe there's more than one way to be a snow person, and it can be fun to walk and talk and grow and change. Twig can find snow people like them even as they're still learning how to become Twig, and that's a wonderful thing!
The Eco-Friendly Friend Club
The Eco-Friendly Friend Club - A Children's Story About Friendship, Teamwork, and Caring for the PlanetFrom all-time favorite children's author Gerald Harbour comes an inspiring book that teaches kids how small actions can make a big difference.Meet Emma, Jack, and Sofia, three friends who create The Eco-Friendly Friend Club to make their community greener. From organizing clean-up days to leading recycling drives, they discover that helping the planet is fun, rewarding, and something everyone can do. Along the way, they inspire others to join their mission and learn that teamwork and caring for the Earth go hand in hand.This engaging story helps children: Understand the importance of recycling and reducing wasteBuild responsibility and teamwork skillsDevelop compassion for the environment and their communityGain confidence that their choices matterPerfect for: Bedtime reading that encourages eco-awarenessClassroom storytime with environmental lessonsFamilies teaching responsibility and kindnessChildren ages 2 and up who enjoy meaningful adventuresWith relatable characters and a powerful message, The Eco-Friendly Friend Club is more than a story-it's a guide for raising eco-conscious, caring, and confident kids.Bring home this inspiring book today and show your child how fun it is to be an eco-hero.
Oh Mom! I Can Read
Can Johnny Lee really read? Find out when you read about this first grader in Oh Mom! I Can Read.
Riley's Binoculars
Get ready with Riley for an amazing discovery day!He's exploring the playground and on the lookout for something new and exciting to add to his Discovery Journal. But nothing there seems out of the ordinary...until Riley remembers his newest special tool-and suddenly, the ordinary becomes extraordinary!Riley's Binoculars: At the Playground is a story that is perfect for curious kids who love exploring the world around them. As they follow Riley's adventure, young readers will begin to see everyday things in a whole new way-discovering shapes, numbers, and patterns hidden in plain sight!The fun doesn't stop when the story ends-turn the page for a "Solve and Seek" challenge that invites kids to search and find details in the illustration.Can you find all the answers?
Never Touch a Dinosaur: 10 Hungry Dinos
Meet and count the playful dinosaurs in this roarsome addition to our bestselling Never Touch series. Practice counting to ten as you follow the funny rhymes and discover the touch-and-feel dinosaurs on every page . . . if you dare!
