Buster Bulldog Cooks Dinner
He's the dog next door.You want to wring his neck.Secretly, you admire his pluck.MEET BUSTER. He is a funny, lively, and sometimes infuriating bulldog. Be warned, however. Buster can be a bit of a bully and a bit of a brat. Despite his outrageous antics, he's a bulldog with a big, soft heart. You can't help but love him.IN THIS STORY, Buster is fed up with the usual chicken dinner. He wants burgers instead. Juicy burgers with tomato and lettuce, ketchup and mustard. And a slice of pickle on top. What will he do to get what he wants?Buster Bulldog Cooks Dinner is the first in a children's picture book series that will delight and entertain your little ones. And maybe adults, too!Other Buster Bulldog books: Buster Bulldog Visits the LibraryBuster Bulldog and the Little Gray BirdBuster Bulldog Loves BurgersBuster Bulldog Makes a MessPerfect for fans of: Mo Willems's Pigeon and Elephant and Piggie Books SeriesSuzanne and Matt Lang's Grumpy Monkey SeriesDavid Shannon's David Books SeriesJames Dean, Kimberly Dean and Eric Litwin's Pete the Cat Books SeriesIdeal for parents who are looking for: Fun kid's booksPicture books for children ages 3-7Dog picture books for children Funny children's books for adults
The Trouble with Heroes
An instant New York Times bestseller! A USA Today bestseller! Read with Jenna Jr. Summer Reading List Pick! "Genuinely moving." --The New York Times Book Review "Explores the healing power of hiking." --NPR's All Things Considered Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year School Library Journal Best Book of the Year Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year: Middle Grade The Week Jr. Best Book of the Year Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year An NCTE Charlotte Huck Award Honor Book The Week Jr.'s Book Club Pick Bestselling and award-winning author Kate Messner takes readers on a heart-filling journey as a boy finds his path to healing. One summer.46 mountain peaks.A second chance to make things right. Finn Connelly is nothing like his dad, a star athlete and firefighter hero who always ran toward danger until he died two years ago. Finn is about to fail seventh grade and has never made headlines . . . until now. Caught on camera vandalizing a cemetery, he's in big trouble for knocking down some dead old lady's headstone. Turns out that grave belongs to a legendary local mountain climber, and her daughter makes Finn an unusual offer: she'll drop all the charges if he agrees to climb all forty-six Adirondack High Peaks in a single summer. And there's just one more thing--he has to bring along the dead woman's dog. In a wild three months of misadventures, mountain mud, and unexpected mentors, Finn begins to find his way on the trails. At the top of each peak, he can see for miles and slowly begins to understand more about himself and his dad. But the mountains don't care about any of that, and as the clock ticks down to September, they have more surprises in store. Finn's final summit challenge may be more than even a hero can face.
Millie Fleur Saves the Night
Wednesday Addams meets The Night Gardener in the sequel to the New York Times bestselling Millie Fleur's Poison Garden. A delightfully peculiar story about embracing the magic of the night.Garden Glen was afraid of the dark.Each night when the sun went down, all the lights in town turned on. The houses shone like the noon sun. Every house except for Millie Fleur La Fae's, of course.Millie Fleur knows there are enchanting things that can only be glimpsed in the dark. But ever since she moved to Garden Glen, her nighttime friends are nowhere to be found.Determined to welcome the dark back to town, Millie Fleur bakes delicious moon pies and plants a sweet-smelling moon garden. But before the nighttime creatures will return, Millie Fleur must convince the townspeople to be brave and turn out the lights.Millie Fleur Saves the Night is a delightfully peculiar story that encourages readers to find beauty in the darkness. A gorgeous companion to the New York Times bestseller Millie Fleur's Poison Garden, perfect for fans of The Dark by Lemony Snicket and Jon Klassen.
We Always Had Wings
A stunning, mythology-inspired ode to the places and people who came before us as a girl embarks on her first visit to her mother's hometown in China for Lunar New Year. Little Snow can't remember the last time she was on an airplane, and is afraid of the long journey from her big city to the vast Chinese countryside Mama comes from. To soothe her nerves, Mama tells Little Snow the story of how their ancestors travelled before borders and countries existed--flying through the skies as cranes. What follows is a tender story of reconnecting with family during the holidays and remembering the magic of who you are in this gorgeous picture book debut from author-illustrator Jess X. Snow.
How My Family Says I Love You
How do you say "I love you" without saying "I love you"? For one big family, it's woven into the fabric of every day in this tender, resonant picture book. My sister Nalu braids my hair every week. It's how she says "I love you." Tendo always races his sister to the finish line as they leave the house. Kira the dog greets her at the door with a wagging tail and a spin. Sometimes it's Auntie Linda pulling her into her wheelchair for a hug, or Uncle Alex bringing his funny parrot for a visit. One jajja teaches her granddaughter how to make the chicken dish she learned as a child; another tells stories from far away, before she was born. Whether it's Mom asking if she's hungry a hundred times a day, or older siblings scaring away the monster that keeps her awake, the refrain "I love you" comes through loud and clear--and reminds us that there are countless ways to express affection to those that we hold dear.
Pick a Perfect Egg
"Egg-stra special." --Kirkus Reviews Pairing Jarvis's joyous illustrations with Patricia Toht's wonderfully rhythmic text, this holiday ode hops through a busy springtime day all the way to Easter Sunday. From the farm where you've carefully selected your eggs--eggs perfect for drawing on with crayon, plopping into dyes, and bejeweling--follow along as preparations continue for the much-awaited festivities. Then on Sunday, open your door and search for eggs of a different kind, filled with foil-wrapped chocolate, spinning tops, and jelly beans. This cheerful Easter-time board book captures all the excitement of the holiday and is sure to become part of a new treasured tradition.
You and Me Board Book Set of 4
This series of four board books deals with the anticipation of waiting for the new baby, the excitement of the arrival itself, and the beginnings of the special relationship that develops between siblings. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child. Focus: Emotion, empathy, patience, compromise, conflict resolution, attachment.
Baby for Sale
Baby for Sale is sure to become a favourite book among new big sisters and big brothers. This funny story is sure to teach your little ones that the new family member is not ready to do more than eat, sleep, and cry when they get home from the hospital. However, one day, their new baby will be able to do everything that they want them to do, they just have to grow.
Beyond the Beehive
Encouraging independent thinking! Beyond the Beehive is a story that aims to inspire critical thinking. It teaches the importance of curiosity, asking questions, and listening with an open mind. Showing children how to think independently will help them navigate life with confidence, and make them less inclined to follow the crowd. This story's message of kindness, respect, and balance applies to all sides of any disagreement. Whether you hold the strong stance on a matter, you are engaged with someone who does, or you both hold strong convictions, it is important to listen and be kind. A productive conversation can be had without either party changing their minds, but if respect is not reciprocated, it is okay to disengage. The goal is to achieve mutual understanding, not to shame, belittle, or bully. Hearing different perspectives grants us the opportunity to either strengthen our opinions, or reconsider them.We can live happily without following the crowd.We can live in harmony, even while thinking beyond the beehive.
The Last Petal
Teach Truthfulness to Children through a Magical Story!Everyone loves Dilly Daisy. She's a beautiful flower in a magical land - her friends call her "Princess of the Daisies!" - but when Dilly's fibs and gossip cause her sparkle to fade and her petals to fall, Dilly must discover the most magical power of all: honesty.Will Dilly learn her lesson - and get her magic back - on time for the big Daisy Day festival? Will she win the daisy crown?Accompanied by bold illustrations, this moving picture book imparts a timeless lesson about the grief that comes from lies and the uplifting power of redemption that comes from telling the truth. This emotional journey will be a cherished bedtime read for kids aged 3 to 7 and up.From The Last Petal: "A real princess shines from inside out, as steady as can be - because the secret of flower magic is: the truth will set you free!"Teaching toddlers and preschoolers the value of "don't lie" is hard. We can wave our finger and say "no lying" as much as we want but, until these values come to life for the child, it can be hard for truth-telling lessons to hit home. This emotional picture book uses story-telling to create an unforgettable experience that helps kids, through kindergarten and beyond, understand the power of honesty on a deeper level.Dilly Daisy's story teaches children that, no matter how dark things get, a happy ending is always possible when you admit your mistakes and tell the truth!Note: Comes with fun maze-game activity, at the end, to keep kids entertained!
Mommy Love
A beautiful meditation on new motherhood from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the I Am series, Susan Verde. #1 New York Times bestselling author and mindfulness teacher Susan Verde has introduced millions of young readers to the idea of self-care. Now she has crafted a message of healing to be shared between new mothers and their babies as they read together. Becoming a mother isn't always easy. There are tired days and tears, tests of patience and fears of getting it wrong. As mother and child read Mommy Love, the text provides the reader with the prompts of a mindfulness exercise. Mothers are guided to use their senses to help them bond with their babies, notice small details, and ground themselves in the present moment. There are words of encouragement and hope as Mommy and Baby begin their journey of love together. Complete with an author's note, breathing exercises, a gratitude practice, and other resources, Mommy Love is a groundbreaking and heartwarming book that reassures all those who are experiencing motherhood that they are doing their best as they explore their important new role.
Roxy Foxy the Fireworks Fox
Roxy Foxy, the Fireworks Fox is a delightful, heartwarming adventure filled with teamwork, excitement, and important life lessons. Written in rhythmic, engaging text and paired with dynamic, vivid illustrations, this charming story will capture the hearts of young readers.Join Roxy Foxy as she embarks on a thrilling journey, learning the power of friendship, courage, and kindness along the way, wth every turn of the page, children will be drawn into her world, making this an unforgettable reading experience.Perfect for young readers and bedtime stories, "Roxy Foxy, the Fireworks Fox" will surely become a family favorite!
My First Book of Affirmations
Celebrate your little one's magic and wonder with this powerful board book of affirmations from Becky Cummings!Words are magic. YOU are magic! Discover the power of positive thinking with this affirmations board book. Through affirming "I am" statements promoting positive thinking, babies and toddlers build self-love and confidence. Based on Becky Cummings's bestselling The Magic of Me series, this new board book is perfect for baby showers, birthdays, bedtime, story time, or any occasion!The more you say these words, the more they come true.So repeat them quite often, because the magic's in YOU!
Brothers Are Brothers Forever
A board book about sibling adventures, squabbles, and reconnection, following three different pairs of brothers There's something special about brothers. When brothers play together, magic happens! A brother is a friend for life, but that doesn't mean there won't be disagreements sometimes. Follow three cute sets of brothers as they play and explore together, argue, and ultimately reconnect. For anyone with boys who need a little nudge to get along, Brothers Are Brothers Forever is a sweet reminder that arguments happen, but sincere apologies can mend any rift. With simple text from author Brooke Jorden and gentle illustrations by Sejung Kim, this adorable board book is the perfect gift for siblings.
We Are the Scrappy Ones
We are the scrappy ones. / We live, we adapt, we defy. / Made of stardust and grit, we are spectacular. Children with disabilities experience the world in all kinds of ways. Yet one thing they share is navigating a world that doesn't always make space for them as they are. Existing on the edges can feel unfair--and downright exhausting. And at the exact same time, it can also foster creativity, resourcefulness, and adaptability. In a word, scrappiness.Author and disability advocate Rebekah Taussig has written a groundbreaking anthem of belonging that celebrates the wide range of disabled children and affirms their worth, just as they are. Luminous illustrations by Kirbi Fagan portray a diverse cast of characters living, learning, and playing. A warm, joy-filled book for disabled and non-disabled readers alike.
A Day at the Beach
Look Both Ways meets Seedfolks in this masterful novel from two titans of kid lit that follows a diverse cast of young people whose lives intersect in surprising and hilarious ways over the course of a summer day.Here's what's so cool about the beach. Kids are everywhere! Kids you know, kids you want to know. Wandering from one blanket to another, from one family to another. Somebody's mom reads a fat summer novel. Somebody's dad snores with an iPad on his chest. Babies cry. Girls laugh. Frisbee players whoop! Kites in the perfect blue sky. Some kids bodysurf. Some don't even like the water. They build sand cities for their friends and sand jails for the grown-ups, and when the tide comes in everything gets washed away. There's the other world, where all kids hear is tomorrow, next week, next year. And then there's the beach, where everything is right now! Why can't every day be a day at the beach?From two-time Newbery honoree Gary D. Schmidt and two-time PEN Award winner Ron Koertge comes a moving and often laugh-out-loud funny middle grade novel about family, friendship, and belonging, told by a group of kids spending a day at the beach. Thoughtful vignettes brilliantly weave together an irresistible tale of tween conflict and connections.
Kisses in the Wind
Kisses in the Wind is a heartwarming children's book that beautifully captures the unbreakable bond between a grandparent and a child. Through tender moments and life's milestones, this touching story follows a grandmother who expresses her love with gentle kisses carried on the wind-whether celebrating first steps, school days, big achievements, or even saying goodbye.Perfect for families, this book teaches children about love, connection, and how cherished memories last forever. With poetic storytelling and stunning illustrations, Kisses in the Wind is a meaningful bedtime read and a treasured keepsake for grandparents and grandchildren alike.This book is ideal for readers who enjoy stories about love, family, and meaningful traditions. It also makes a thoughtful gift for new parents, grandparents, and children experiencing separation from loved ones. Fans of Love You Forever, The Invisible String, and Grandma's Kisses will appreciate the heartfelt message and timeless storytelling.