The Very Thirsty Butterfly
Monarchs are one of the most common butterfly species. They flit passed us in our gardens, but if we knew some of them will undertake a 2,000-mile journey to Mexico, we'd be amazed! Nature never ceases to inspire these epic stories.Read the charmingly sweet life-story of a very thirsty butterfly having to take a very long journey.Ever wondered how a monarch butterfly manages to migrate all the way to Mexico? She needs to drink a lot of energy! Follow a very thirsty butterfly emerging from her cocoon, searching for more and MORE energy to help tackle the momentous trip south, to the moment she finally lays her eggs to start life all over again. End pages include fun facts about these delicate, yet incredible insects.The colorful collage artwork throughout complements the subtly humorous text.Perfect for reading aloud and shared story time.Aimed at children ages 3-8, although enjoyed by parents too.Trim size: 11 x 8.5"A monarch butterfly makes frequent stops to quench her thirst on her migratory journey southward.In what is clearly an homage to Eric Carle's iconic children's classic The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this charming debut picture book follows a monarch butterfly. She emerges on a green leaf and stretches her orange wings "in the warmth of an autumn sun," preparing to make her 2,000-mile journey to Mexico. Through the pages that follow, the thirsty butterfly finds the energy she needs by sipping from flowers along the way and from a glass of fruit juice at a farmer's stall before joining other monarchs as she "soared and surfed the warm air currents south" to reach her destination. The butterfly finds a mate, heads north, and lays her eggs on milkweed leaves. The acknowledgment of the completion of the monarch's life cycle is soothingly stated: "Her work was done, her energy spent. Away she flew, life would begin anew!" Visual aspects of Grimbeek's book are in the Carle vein: Large font black text is set against pages bright with painted collage art that is well positioned against white space. A golden sun, green leaves, and individual flowers-lavender, primroses, honeysuckle, a daisy, a pansy, and more-are vividly depicted, reflecting the warmth that infuses the text. The author/illustrator bookends the story with a labeled image showing the anatomy of a monarch and a list of facts about these butterflies.This visually appealing tale gently relates the colorful life story of a monarch butterfly." - KIRKUS
Zippy Schnauzers in France
How hungry must you be to go after what you want?Kaiser and Otto, two schnauzers, are promised there will be crunchy baguettes during their travel around France, but the baguettes are not within easy reach. The sight and aroma of the baguettes make them hungry. As their hunger grows during their trip, what will Kaiser and Otto do to get their paws on the baguettes?Zippy Schnauzers in France is a children's picture book by Mica Jorgensen that features two schnauzers on a quest. Children can develop their powers of observation by helping Kaiser and Otto spot the baguettes.Get ready to be inspired and charmed by these two schnauzers' tenacity!
Duckie Discovers a Miracle
The Greatest Reason in the World to Teach Your Child About JesusRecent research shows that the vast majority of parents believe they are primarily responsible for their child's spiritual development. However, most do not spend any time during the week talking to their kids about faith. Now is the time for you to begin investing in your child's spiritual life! At the end of this story, you will find a note to parents and some conversation starter questions to help you teach your child about Jesus in just a few minutes a day. Ready to get started? Read on!A blustery day turns into an amazing adventure for a little friend named Duckie. From the windy farm and all that is familiar to the hillside of Bethlehem in a foreign land, Duckie invites readers of all ages on an adventure to meet the greatest miracle of all. This book gently introduces Jesus as He arrives on Earth as a baby and leaves readers wanting to know more.
Uh-Oh Echo Helps with the LaundryBook One / The Uh-Oh Echo Adventures
Mayflower Marty
Marty, the funny little bulldog, just loves his hometown in historic Plymouth, Massachusetts. Tag along with him as he visits some of his favorite places and see why he thinks his hometown is so special.
I Love Autumn (Serbian Book for Children - Latin alphabet)
I Love Autumn (Serbian edition - Latin alphabet)In this children's book, Jimmy, the little bunny, explores autumn, his favorite season. He enjoys being outside and playing with colorful leaves. When it starts raining, he and his family find interesting activities to do at home. They spend a wonderful day together, no matter the weather.
Boxer and Brandon (Danish Children’s Book)
Boxer and Brandon (Danish edition).This is a touching story of friendship between a dog and a little boy. When one of them needs help they are always there for each other. This is what true friendship means.
The Reason There’s BubblesTheReason There’s Bubbles
When Finn the mouse is whisked away to Fairyland, adventure is not far behind. The Reason There's Bubbles continues the story of the little grey mouse who we first met in The Trouble with Bubbles. In this new tale, Finn is brought into a magical world to use his clever mind and creativity to help protect the fairies. Along the way, he meets new friends-a clumsy red-headed squirrel, a mystical insect, and a self-conscious turtle-who will help him find a way to travel to a faraway land and fulfill a new quest. The Reason There's Bubbles is designed as a read-aloud book for parents to enjoy with their children. The whimsical poetry and engaging characters help children understand that it's okay to be different, that at times we all feel misunderstood, and that with love and kindness-and a sprinkling of fairy dust-anything is possible.
Small White and her Friends
FOR READERS AGED 2 TO 4 YEARS. Courage and persistence are vital to rescuing friends in trouble. Little bugs are in danger. Taken away by the river, they only have feeble straw to keep them afloat. Will a frog and a small white butterfly be able to save them? Or will they all be caught by a hungry heron? Read about the animal characters' adventures, and find out. This beautifully illustrated and engaging story will inspire and entertain young readers while showing examples of bravery and true friendship. Great for storytime, this picture book makes a perfect gift for ages 2 to 4 years.excellent for young readers ages 2 to 4large and easy-to-read fontfull-page, age-appropriate illustrationspositive messagequickly captures children's attentionperfect for bedtime readingideal gift for baby showers, birthdays, and graduation
The Little Pug Meg
Meg is a young pug who is discovering the world around her and learning life lessons. Along the way, she'll learn about the importance of family, listening to your parents, and a dog's purpose.
What Makes Me Special?
Sometimes we are unsure what is so great about ourselves. As children, we can be unsure who we are and why we are special. This book teaches children to look for their differences as good qualities! Nikku the narwhal is upset because he does not know what is special about himself. His friends, Pitsi the penguin and Paunna the polar bear try to help Nikku on his quest to find out what makes him special!
Wake Up, Little Pup
"Go to sleep, Broachie!" Mama cried. "We are going to the zoo tomorrow! You don't want to miss anything!"Broachie, a story of a precocious puppy is inspired by granddaughter, Elise, who as a baby, thought sleeping was a waste of time.Broachie misses out on the excitement at the zoo with all his siblings. He learns a lesson of why sleeping is necessary in order to have fun the next day.
One Small Buffalo
Small Buffalo is eating grass. The prairie is quiet.Then, it happens... a sound. The herd is in danger!Will Small Buffalo be able to save his friends?One Small Buffalo is a story about having the courage to go against the herd and speaking up for what is right even when your voice is small.
Finding Lord Stanley
The main characters of Finding Lord Stanley are three sisters who started their summer vacation in the usual manner, playing with friends. Playing games in the front yard turned into a surprise discovery under a bush in the neighbor's yard, a tiny grey kitten. The girls set out to convince their Mom and Dad that the kitten needed a home. Although Mom was easily convinced, their Dad would be a challenge. This delightful story takes a few twists and turns until the sisters gave this lost kitten a "furever" home.
Boxer and Brandon (Danish Children’s Book)
Boxer and Brandon (Danish edition).This is a touching story of friendship between a dog and a little boy. When one of them needs help they are always there for each other. This is what true friendship means.
Ken the Keeper
Ken the Keeper is a story that celebrates the spirit of animal lovers everywhere. Ken is a real kid that loves animals so much he started The Happy Animals Club, a no-kill animal shelter that cares for all living creatures until they are ready to be set free. With donations from people all around the world, Ken rescues thousands of animals each year. Ken the Keeper shines a light on the power of helping the helpless; be a Keeper!Ken the Keeper is Courtney Kotloski's second book, which celebrates the spirit of real kids.
The Children and George
Charles and his younger sisters take daily trips to a creek that runs behind their house; The Branch as they call it. This place is magical to them because after each rain they discover something new in the waters. One day after the rain they stumble upon something they've never seen before. This something creates a new purpose for their visits. The Children and George is an endearing tale of a boy and his sisters and the many treasures they find at their special place, The Branch. Charles Criner was born in 1945 and raised in Athens, a small town in East Texas. He attended Texas Southern University in Houston between 1964 and 1968, studying under the guidance of the renowned late artist, Dr. John T. Biggers. Criner is noted for his cartoons including the "Johnny Jones" series created while in the Army and later adapted for The Houston Post, "The Job Crowd", "The Dogs" and a few others. He also collaborated with his longtime friend, newspaper columnist and sportswriter William Henry Hygh on the "Johnny Jones" cartoon carried in The Houston Post with Hygh providing the narrative for Criner's art. Criner's art, ads, and cartoons have been featured in Ebony Magazine, Houston Business Journal, the Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and in advertising for the Houston Oilers. Since 1997, Criner has been the Artist-in-Residence at the Museum of Printing History in Houston, where he operates a studio, further Criner's artwork is included in numerous prestigious private collections throughout the United States, and has been exhibited at or is in the permanent collections of several museums. Additionally, several of Criner's student works completed during his time at Texas Southern University are published in the 1978 book Black Art in Houston by John Biggers, Carroll Simms, and John Edward Weems published by Texas A&M University Press. "The Children and George" is Mr. Criner's first children's book. It is the first of a planned series.
The Cat Who Loved to Sing / El Gato Que Amaba CantarTheCat Who Loved to Sing / El Gato Que
ArcusThe colourful tale of a Hedgehog
An ordinary hedgehog going about his hedgehog ways. He tells us what he gets up too at night and what his favourite foods are. He then continues to tell us that he needs to tell us something so magical that happened today. Last night a sunny but wet evening, he wakes up from his bed to suddenly be confronted with flashes of various vibrant colours that make him dizzy and fall to the ground. He then awakes to the sun shining and is very confused? He then sees that his brown coat has changed into the most beautiful of rainbow colours. It turns out our prickly character had stumbled into a rainbow, turning his nose to Indigo! Besides this he also is no longer nocturnal and can play in the sunshine. He is very pleased with his transformation as it makes him unique. This now multi - coloured character, states he urgently needs a name and comes up with Arcus (Latin for rainbow). The last surprise is that Arcus can also glow neon at night! Arcus then says goodbye and will see us all soon with another hedgehog tale to tell.
I Love Autumn (Greek English Bilingual Book for Kids)
Greek English Bilingual Children's Book. Perfect for kids studying English or Greek as their second language.In this children's book, Jimmy, the little bunny, explores autumn, his favorite season. He enjoys being outside and playing with colorful leaves. When it starts raining, he and his family find interesting activities to do at home. They spend a wonderful day together, no matter the weather.
Leon das L繹wchen
Leon das L繹wchen ist ein Buch in dem die Erinnerungen an das Leben des besten Freundes eines Menschen in einer spielerischer Art und Weise festgehalten wurden.F羹r mich ist Leon mehr als nur ein Hund. Leon ist mein Bruder, bester Freund, Seelenverwandter, treuer Weggef瓣hrte, Fellkn瓣uel, Joggingpartner, Schutzengel, Therapist, mein Ein und Alles, meine Inspiration, der Fels in meiner Brandung und meine bessere H瓣lfte.Wenn Du auch denkst, dass Dein Hund mehr als nur Dein bester Freund ist, dann glaube ich, dass Du Dich mit diesem Buch sehr verbunden f羹hlen wirst.
Esther Eagle Can’t SoarA Zoo Me In Picture Book for ages 3-6
A Royal Dragonfly Award Winner Esther Eagle Can't Soar is an enlightening tale of Esther the Eagle, who wants nothing more than to soar. With a fenced in habitat, it's harder for a young eagle than you would think. When Esther tries to soar within her habitat, she notices something about her habitat she never knew and her flight goes topsy turvy. Nobody understands Esther. Her mother thinks she's being silly. The people watching her laugh. With no support, how is a young eagle supposed to soar? Esther is finally able to soar with some help from her father and the zoo staff. With musical phrasing and bold colorful illustrations, this tale is a wonderful message to every child to believe in her dreams.
The Very Thirsty ButterflyTheVery Thirsty Butterfly
Monarchs are one of the most common butterfly species. They flit passed us in our gardens, but if we knew some of them will undertake a 2,000-mile journey to Mexico, we'd be amazed! Nature never ceases to inspire these epic stories.Read the charmingly sweet life-story of a very thirsty butterfly having to take a very long journey.Ever wondered how a monarch butterfly manages to migrate all the way to Mexico? She needs to drink a lot of energy! Follow a very thirsty butterfly emerging from her cocoon, searching for more and MORE energy to help tackle the momentous trip south, to the moment she finally lays her eggs to start life all over again.End pages include fun facts about these delicate, yet incredible insects.The colorful collage artwork throughout complements the subtly humorous text.Perfect for reading aloud and shared story time.Aimed at children ages 3-8, although enjoyed by parents too.Trim size: 11 x 8.5"A monarch butterfly makes frequent stops to quench her thirst on her migratory journey southward.In what is clearly an homage to Eric Carle's iconic children's classic The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this charming debut picture book follows a monarch butterfly. She emerges on a green leaf and stretches her orange wings "in the warmth of an autumn sun," preparing to make her 2,000-mile journey to Mexico. Through the pages that follow, the thirsty butterfly finds the energy she needs by sipping from flowers along the way and from a glass of fruit juice at a farmer's stall before joining other monarchs as she "soared and surfed the warm air currents south" to reach her destination. The butterfly finds a mate, heads north, and lays her eggs on milkweed leaves. The acknowledgment of the completion of the monarch's life cycle is soothingly stated: "Her work was done, her energy spent. Away she flew, life would begin anew!" Visual aspects of Grimbeek's book are in the Carle vein: Large font black text is set against pages bright with painted collage art that is well positioned against white space. A golden sun, green leaves, and individual flowers-lavender, primroses, honeysuckle, a daisy, a pansy, and more-are vividly depicted, reflecting the warmth that infuses the text. The author/illustrator bookends the story with a labeled image showing the anatomy of a monarch and a list of facts about these butterflies.This visually appealing tale gently relates the colorful life story of a monarch butterfly." - KIRKUS
The Big Fire
Some time ago in the hills of the Rocky Mountains there lived many families of delightfully happy bunnies. They spent their days hopping about the forests of Colorado and enjoying the peace of the mountains. But one fateful day disaster struck! Forced to move away from their old burrows, the bunnies set out in search of a new place to call home. Join Jared the bunny as he learns the meaning of true strength in a story of forgiveness and friendship. Written by Juliette Winningham and Duane Barone, with Nicholas Kistler. Illustrated by Cristal Baldwin.
Nawi
Nawi y su due簽a reciben un mensaje muy importante que las ayudar獺 a entender de d籀nde proviene Nawi, una perrita muy diferente a los dem獺s. Esta historia de amor y aceptaci籀n nos invita a conocer sobre las leyendas que llenan de color a la cultura mexicana. La edici籀n biling羹e, espa簽ol/n獺huatl, invita a los peque簽os lectores a disfrutar de la musicalidad de dos idiomas que entrelazan la riqueza y la herencia cultural que sigue viva, lista para ser compartida. Celebremos nuestras diferencias y aprendamos sobre nuestra herencia milenaria.
101 Hilarious Cat Jokes & Riddles For KidsLaugh Out Loud With These Funny Jokes About Cats
Tiberius, Arapaima, and the Monster Eel
All seems idyllic in the small village of Winiperu, nestled in the Amazon rainforest among glittering lakes and waterfalls. But one day the fishermen come back empty-handed and afraid. A gigantic eel has swallowed up all the fish! Adventurous 10-year-old Tiberius, and his best friend Sun-Raya, volunteer to set out on a quest to find the prehistoric Arapaima. This fish, that is "bigger than a chicken, bigger than a rabbit, bigger than a sheep, bigger than a cow, bigger than an elephant, and bigger than the Monster Eel" is the only thing that can save the village.On their quest Tiberius, Sun-Raya, and the rest of the volunteers encounter wild animals and other dangers. Will they succeed in bringing the Arapaima safely back home? Can they learn from their experiences? And will Tiberius truly become, as the fortune-teller foretold, the youngest Grand Chief ever?Tiberius, Arapaima and the Monster Eel is an exuberant tale of ingenuity and bravery, that will delight young readers. In the words of Tiberius: "Life is an adventure every day. Listen to your heart, love what you do. Dreams do come true."
The Boy Who Loved Cats
Nat is a fashionable little boy who just loves the difference in his cat friends. He and his cats teach children to embrace diversity. The different cats use their differences to work as a team to solve a common problem. This book embraces the power of diversity, acceptance of differences and how teamwork can be used to benefit everyone.
Lonnie the Loon Learns to Call
A curious little loon named Lonnie wants to learn how to call like his Dad. In this concept book, loon lovers of all ages will discover the purpose for the four distinct sounds made by the Common Loon. Practice along with Lonnie by scanning the QR Codes using a QR Code Reader App to hear actual loon calls.
The Little Black Bear Who Could Not SleepTheLittle Black Bear Who Could Not Sleep
Follow curious cub Boris as he ventures out into a winter wonderland and returns to his cozy cave a colder but wiser little bear. "Who are you?"asked the moose. "I'm Boris." "You are a little bear," said the moose. "You should be asleep in your den." "I will," said Boris. "But first I want to explore."
Zippy Schnauzers Deux Joyeux Schnauzers en France
Zippy Schnauzers Deux Joyeux Schnauzers en France is the French edition of Zippy Schnauzers in France.Deux schnauzers aventuriers cherchent des baguettes de pain dans toute la France. Leur faim grandit pendant leur voyage. Comment arriveront-ils ? mettre la patte sur les baguettes ? Les enfants peuvent développer leurs capacités d'observation en aidant Kaiser et Otto à trouver les baguettes.
Molly Waits Her Turn
Every pup knows the excitement of treat time - especially Molly Paws! In this charming tale based on true events, this sweet little doggie learns an important lesson about patience while waiting for her favorite after-dinner treat.Little ones will giggle at Molly's wiggles and squirms as she tries her very best to wait her turn. Through Papa's gentle guidance, children will discover alongside Molly that good things come to those who wait!Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers ages 0-5, this delightful story helps young readers learn about patience through adorable illustrations and relatable moments that will have the whole family smiling.Each book in The Everyday Adventures of Papa & Paws(R) series features: Charming illustrations that capture every emotional momentAge-appropriate storytelling perfect for ages 0-5Real-life situations that children instantly relate toGentle life lessons woven naturally into each taleTrue stories that make the messages even more meaningfulOpportunities for family bonding and discussion
Hoppy’s Big City Adventure
Hoppy's friends tell him a storm is coming, but the frog ignores their warnings and falls asleep on his lily pad. When he wakes up lost in the city, he has no idea how to get back to his faraway home. Follow his unexpected adventure and what he learns from it!
Turtle in a Tangle
A beautifully illustrated children's book which highlights the danger of plastic on our magnificent sea life.Pebble the tortoise and Zoom the turtle become best friends and have lots of fun together in Cobble Cove. But one day Zoom becomes tangled in plastic pollution. Will Pebble be able to help save her friend?This book is about friendship and teaches children about plastic pollution in our oceans. It gives children ideas for how they can help protect our sea life.Visit www.suecurtisbooks.co.uk to find 'Turtle in a Tangle' worksheets, display packs, word cards and competitions.
How Dachshunds Came to Be (Soft Cover)
Charming color illustrated tall tale not just for dog lovers everywhere, but for readers of all ages who ever wished for a friend.Discover how creatures of the ocean, the power of love, and the magic of the sea came together to make a little girl happy.
Turtle in a Tangle
A beautifully illustrated children's book which highlights the danger of plastic on our magnificent sea life.Pebble the tortoise and Zoom the turtle become best friends and have lots of fun together in Cobble Cove. But one day Zoom becomes tangled in plastic pollution. Will Pebble be able to help save her friend?This book is about friendship and teaches children about plastic pollution in our oceans. It gives children ideas for how they can help protect our sea life.Visit www.suecurtisbooks.co.uk to find 'Turtle in a Tangle' worksheets, display packs, word cards and competitions.
A Walk with Cooper
A beautifully illustrated picture book about curiosity, action, mindfulness and the tremendous joy found in the simple things around us. Join fur baby Cooper and his mommy as he explores the world around him. Immerse into the adventure of this imaginative and playful dog with his loving mommy. Cooper's enthusiasm taking in his surroundings is sure to bring a smile to all who read this children's book. The warmth and security he experiences with his mommy is heartwarming.Looking for a feel good story to make you smile? Pick up a copy of A Walk with Cooper today.
Riverboat
An unlikely trio of friends. One clumsy groundhog. Can the power of teamwork save them from the dangers of a dark forest? Titus the badger, Finn the falcon, and Shylow the fox are as different as three friends can be. But they all share the same love of sailing. When they agree to take Richard the groundhog to his dancing competition, they have no idea what they are letting themselves in for. The three friends are led into waters unknown by clumsy Richard in his quest to reach the competition. They get lost while trying to find their way through the tributaries of the river. How does Richard inadvertently help the friends and save them from a worse fate? Read this hilarious story to find out.The Clumsy Groundhog is a beautifully illustrated children's picture book. If you and your child like courageous animals, light-hearted jokes, and imaginative adventures, then you'll both love this charming story. BONUS: 4 extra pages for coloring. Set sail for a fun-filled tale of friendship and adventure today!
