Lois Ehlert’s Growing Garden Gift Set
"The book provides a healthy dose of completely digestible information on growing and nurturing living things; it's also a zesty introduction to vivid, abstract art." -Publishers Weekly, of Growing Vegetable SoupColor explodes from Ehlert's bold, beautiful cut-paper collages like seeds from an over-ripe pod. Three gift-sized editions of her beloved hardcover picture books--Eating the Alphabet (with a glossary of fruits and vegetables), Planting a Rainbow (a concept book about colors and different flowers), and Growing Vegetable Soup (includes a recipe!)--are packaged in a lovely slipcase with a 16" x 22" flower-garden poster. It's a springtime extravaganza!
My Colors, My World/Mis Colores, Mi Mundo
Pura Belpr矇 Illustrator Award Honor - American Library Association (ALA)Bilingual English/Spanish. An instant favorite, this beautiful bilingual board book follows Maya as she discovers all the colors in her world.Maya longs to find brilliant, beautiful color in her world. But when the wind blows, desert sand covers everything, and turns her whole neighborhood the color of dust. With the help of a feathered friend, Maya searches high and low to find the colors in her world. And she does-in the vibrant purple of her Mama's flowers, the juicy green of a prickly cactus, the hot pink clouds at sunset, and the shiny black of her Papi's hair. As they follow Maya's search for all the colors of the rainbow, little readers will be inspired to look around and ask themselves, where can I find the colors in my world? Written in English and Spanish, this beautiful bilingual board book will be an instant favorite for beginning readers.
Maisy Grows a Garden
What makes Maisy's garden grow? Children can pull the tabs and help Maisy plant and grow a tasty vegetable garden. Maisy loves to try new things, just like her young fans. This interactive science story invites toddlers and preschoolers to help Maisy dig, sow seeds, water the earth, and weed the garden. Little ones will love seeing the carrots, lettuce, tomatoes, and beans spring from the pages as they take the first steps to develop a green thumb with Maisy and Panda.
One Gorilla
Primo primate artist Anthony Browne is at the top of his form with a simple -- and simply fascinating -- array of creatures for kids to count. What better attention-getter for small children than primates in all their variety? And who better to render them than Anthony Browne? In this elegant counting book, the author-illustrator outdoes himself with a vivid presentation of primates from gorillas to gibbons, macaques to mandrills, ring-tailed lemurs to spider monkeys. With his striking palette, exquisite attention to detail, and quirky flair for facial expressions, Anthony Browne slyly extends the basic number concept into a look at similarities and differences -- portraying an extended family we can count ourselves part of.
Pirates
With chunky sliders to push and pull, this robust little board book is perfect for active toddlers. Rich in visual detail and with touches of humor, it is sure to become a classic in the family library. Today, Bizzy Bear is packing his ship, hoisting the Jolly Roger and setting sail on an exciting pirate adventure! Little readers will love helping Bizzy steer his ship, dig for treasure, and open the treasure chest.
Monsters Love Colors
An explosively bright and colorful picture book with lots of kid appealDid you know that monsters love to scribble, scribble, mix, dance, and wiggle?! Why? Because monsters love to make new colors!Celebrate along with the hilarious monsters in this wild and energetic picture book. Mixing and discovering color has never been so much fun! Sure to spark the imaginative artist in everyone.Monsters Love Colors is a good companion to such favorites as Herve Tullet's Mix It Up! and Claire Freedman and Ben Cort's Monsters Love Underpants.Plus check out Monsters Love School by Mike Austin!
How Does Baby Feel?
Baby feels happy, sleepy, hungry, and more in this delightful Karen Katz lift-the-flap board book! Baby wants milk and and crackers. How does Baby feel?Hungry! There are so many feelings that Baby can have! Little ones can lift the flaps to find Baby experiencing a range of emotions. This gem from Karen Katz is sure to become a favorite among children and parents!
Open This Little Book
What will you find when you open this little book? A fun story? Sweet characters? Enticing pictures? Yes! But much more. Open this book and you will find...another book...and another...and another. Debut author Jesse Klausmeier and master book creator Suzy Lee have combined their creative visions to craft a seemingly simple book about colors for the very youngest readers, an imaginative exploration of the art of book making for more sophisticated aficionados, and a charming story of friendship and the power of books for all.
The Shape of My Heart
This is the shape of us, the shape of you and meThis is the shape of our eyes, and this is the world that we see... From sun up to sun down, from our hands and our feet, to animals, cars, food, and teddy bears, the world is alive with endless shapes to identify. Once you start to look, who knows what shapes you'll discover next! With its gently reassuring text and vivid illustrations, The Shape of My Heart invites readers to look beyond the obvious, and explore the world in a whole new way.
Seasons and Colors
Join Ericka on her fabulous journey as she seeks to find her favorite color in the kaleidoscope of nature's changing seasons. Explore the idea that people change their activities according to the time of the year, and they also are influenced in ways great and small by the lives of animals and plants around them. May your child enjoy this story as a fun learning experience that will teach them about some of the natural fascinations in the great wide world around them, as well as forge closer ties in your parent-child relationship.
Gulf Islands Alphabet
The Gulf Islands Alphabet flows from letter to letter, island to island, blending the charms, natural beauty, character and unique values of this corner of the world. The inviting language and compelling illustrations takes children and adults alike on an island-hopping journey through this south-western corner of British Columbia, Canada. Come delight as day dawns over the islands of DeCourcey, Dicovery, and DArcy, or hike on over towards hide-away havens and heritage homesteads on isolated islets. Discover mountains of mollusks and mussels beside narrows notoriously difficult to nimbly navigate. Scan the ocean for orcas and octopi, oysters and otters while behind you raucous ravens raise a racket. The beautiful islands in the Salish Sea are explored in an enchanting manner and can be enjoyed whether you are in a cabin cradled in a cove, or on a boat that basks in bays, a local or a visitor to this Pacific paradise.
Pantone
Explore the world of colors with Pantone: Box of Color, a set of six interactive board books from the authorities on color. "Pleasingly tactile variations of six colors." ―Wall Street Journal "Smart and well-designed, showcase subtle shades of six colors." ―Publishers Weekly Featuring one book for each of the six colors of the rainbow--red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple--this beautifully packaged box set of chunky board books brims with gorgeous PANTONE swatches. Most children's books about color offer only a few basic hues, but Pantone: Box of Color offers subtle variations that show the many shades each color has. Simple text prompts readers to label objects and observe lighter and darker shades of the same color family, promoting a new way of noticing the colorful--and surprising--world around us. Young readers will marvel at the peek-through die-cuts that transform as they turn the page. In 1963, Pantone revolutionized the printing industry with the colorful PANTONE MATCHING SYSTEM(R), an innovative tool allowing for the faithful selection, articulation, and reproduction of consistent, accurate color anywhere in the world. Today, PANTONE serves not only as the premier color authority in trends, but as a consumer brand in apparel, housewares, accessories, arts and crafts, stationery and office supplies, home furnishings, and apps, offering products inspired by their signature chip design. An iconic name in graphic design, fashion, publishing, and more, Pantone offers consumer products inspired by the signature Pantone chip design. Collect all the Abrams Pantone books to infuse your child's bookshelf with a rainbow of bold colors and patterns! Pantone: Colors Pantone: Color Puzzles Pantone: Color Cards Pantone: Box of Color
The First Day of Winter
From renown picture book author Denise Fleming, a cozy, cumulative book to warm a cold winter day Alive with swirling snow and lots of outdoor fun, the first ten days of winter bring special gifts for a special friend. This cumulative tale will have children chanting along as they discover all the trimmings needed for the most perfect snowman ever!
Curious George Librarian for a Day
Curious George won the 2010 Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Children's Animated Program on PBS-TV, and this delightful tie-in tells the madcap story of Curious George at the library. Of course, when the librarian Mrs. Dewey leaves George in charge, he's in quite the quandary. How will he organize the books? By color? By size? Will he able to shelve them all before Mrs. Dewey comes back? Activities exploring alphabetizing and classification add even more fun to the equation. For more monkey fun, investigate www.curiousgeorge.com and discover all the latest on Curious George, books, promotions, games, activities, and more!
The Little Blue Box of Bright and Early Board Books by Dr. Seuss
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - Hit the road reading with Dr. Seuss! Tucked inside this cute little blue box topped with a plastic handle and secured by a tuck closure are board book editions of the classic Dr. Seuss titles Hop on Pop; Oh, the Thinks You Can Think!; Ten Apples Up On Top!; and The Shape of Me and Other Stuff. Ideal for the holidays, new mothers, and happy occasions of all kinds, this is a literacy-nurturing gift that babies can literally sink their teeth into! Bright and Early Board Books are super sturdy, simplified board book editions of classic Beginner Books. First launched in 1996, they have introduced millions of toddlers to beloved books from Dr. Seuss, P. D. Eastman, and other author-illustrators, in a format just right for young readers!
I Can Do It Myself!
Celebrate becoming more independent in I Can Do It Myself!, a charming board book from the Empowerment series! When it's time to get dressed, I pick out my clothes. If I'm feeling stuffy, I blow my own nose. With relevant and charming specifics, author Stephen Krensky and award-winning artist Sara Gillingham address the pride that comes with becoming just a little more independent. The Empowerment series addresses the small victories of growing up and starting to embrace the world on your own terms with encouraging text and retro-fresh illustrations. Celebrate the milestones of toddlerhood with the whole series. The Empowerment series: I Can Do It Myself! Now I Am Big! I Know a Lot! I Am So Brave! I Like to Share! I Am Ready for School!
Happy Little Yellow Box
David A. Carter brings the unique aesthetic of his award-winning color series to the younger set in The Happy Little Yellow Box. This highly interactive novelty book follows a friendly yellow box as he journeys high and low, near and far--until finally resting in a spot that is "just right." This fun, engaging read introduces the first concepts of colors, counting, shapes, and opposites through the use of pop-ups, pull-tabs, and more!
Mickey and Donald Have a Farm
Mickey's surprise for the Clubhouse is a trip to the farm! But where are all the animals? To keep the bugs away from his prize petunias, Farmer Pete has been using his powerful windmill, but the windmill created such a strong wind that it blew all the farm animals away! Mickey, Donald, and Goofy hook up the clickety-clack wagon and head off to find them in this 8x8 adventure based on the Disney Channel special airing late Summer 2012.
Baby Listens
This Little Golden Book reissue features Eloise Wilkin's chubby-cheeked babies discovering sounds around the house, from the jingle of Mommy's keys to the buzzing of Daddy's razor. This timeless classic, featuring some of Eloise Wilkin's best artwork, will delight little ones and their families as much as it did when it was originally published in 1960.
Baby Loves Summer!
Soak up summer with this sunny lift-the-flap board book from Karen Katz! Little ones will love lifting the flaps in this new Karen Katz book to reveal a big yellow sun, flip-flops, an ice cream cone, and everything else that Baby loves about summer! The sturdy format and easy-to-lift flaps make this a perfect summertime treat for parents and children to share. Featuring new Karen Katz branding that reflects her vibrant colors and patterns, this holiday favorite is sure to delight little ones!
Maisy Goes on Vacation
Maisy's packing her bags and setting off on a fun vacation in a story that's perfect for young children making a trip away from home. How exciting! Maisy has put her sun hat, pajamas, toothbrush, and camera into a bag, and she's off to the train station with Panda and Cyril. They're headed for the seashore, but getting there is only half the fun. Coloring and snacks help pass the time on the ride to the beach, where Maisy can't wait to swim, collect seashells, build sand castles, and lots more. At nighttime it feels special to go to bed in a hotel knowing that tomorrow another vacation day awaits.
Jorge El Curioso El Jonr籀n / Curious George Home Run (Cgtv Reader)
George is excited to go to his first baseball game to watch his friend Marco play. While Marco focuses on hitting his first home run, George gets to play scorekeeper. But George doesn't know in which order to hang the numbers. With help from Marco and the girl at the snack stand, George learns about number sequence and a handy trick for putting double digits in order. In the last inning, George agrees to be a pinch runner for an injured Marco. Will he be able to add another number to the scoreboard? This edition features English and Spanish text set in different colors for ease of readability.Includes rules of the game and a crossword puzzle! En esta edici籀n biling羹e espa簽ol-ingl矇s basada en el programa de televisi籀n Curious George, galardonado con el premio Emmy, acompa簽en a Jorge el curioso mientras aprende a anotar los puntos en un tablero con una ayudita de sus amigos. Se incluye una lista con datos sobre b矇isbol y una actividad para anotar puntos. Jorge est獺 entusiasmado porque va a ir a un partido de b矇isbol por primera vez. Va a ir a ver jugar a Marco, su amigo. Mientras Marco se concentra en hacer su primer jonr籀n, Jorge hace de tanteador. Pero Jorge no sabe en qu矇 orden tiene que poner los n繳meros. Con la ayuda de Marco y de la chica del kiosco, Jorge aprende secuencias de n繳meros y un truco muy 繳til para poner n繳meros de dos d穩gitos en orden. En la 繳ltima entrada, como Marco est獺 lastimado, Jorge decide correr por 矇l. 聶Podr獺 agregar m獺s n繳meros en el tablero? La presente edici籀n presenta el espa簽ol y el ingl矇s en colores diferentes para facilitar la lectura. 癒Incluye las reglas del juego y un crucigrama!
Green
Die cut pages bring surprise after surprise in this magical new book from the "Queen of the concept book"--an intricate and satisfying homage to green, the color of all creation. How many kinds of green are there? There's the lush green of a forest on a late spring day, the fresh, juicy green of a just-cut lime, the incandescent green of a firefly, and the vivid aquamarine of a tropical sea. In her newest book, Caldecott and Geisel Honor Book author Laura Vaccaro Seeger fashions an homage to a single color and, in doing so, creates a book that will delight and, quite possibly astonish you. This title has Common Core connections. Green is a Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book of 2012 Green is a 2013 Caldecott Honor Book
