"Bark, George," says George's mother, and George goes: "Meow," which definitely isn't right, because George is a dog.And so is his mother, who repeats, "Bark, George." And George goes, "Quack, quack."What's going on with George? Find out in this hilarious new picture book from Jules Feiffer.

    That's how I know my mama loves me! At once tender and funny, this monster bedtime story is guaranteed to generate giggles, tickles, and plenty of monster hugs.

    Soon the little rabbit is jumping from bucket to bucket and learning all about colors and how they mix. Quivering with excitement, Brown Rabbit nudges open a square gift box and finds five balloons which take on all sorts of shapes. Gray Rabbit and Black-and-White Rabbit have their own adventures as they discover numbers and the alphabet. Toddlers will have fun and learn with these concept books, warmly illustrated with meticulous detail by Alan Baker.

    In this engaging story about identity, loyalty and what it really means to be a family, Guji, Guji makes some pretty big decisions about who he is, what he is, and what it all means, anyway. Ages 4 and up.

    So he put on his hat, and his shoes made in France...and opened a jar and put ants in his pants! So begins this monstrously funny, deliciously disgusting, horrifyingly hilarious story of a monster who follows his dream. Keith Graves' wacky illustrations and laugh-out-loud text will tickle the funny bone and leave readers clamoring for an encore.

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    Sometimes – the more the merrierI set off one morning in my little red canoe.My dog wagged his tail."Can I come, too?""You bet," I said."A trip for two – just me and you."But when "with a slap and a swim" Beaver scrambles in, and then "with a ‘woo-hooo!' – flap!" Loon lands in the young canoeist's lap, it's clear that this will be no ordinary canoe trip.A bouncy rhyming text and exuberant pictures full of funny, escalating antics will have young readers laughing out loud – for just when it seems the canoe can't hold anyone else, frog jumps in!

    What happens when night comes to the rain forest? The same thing that happens all over the world -- everybody gets tired...and yawns Move from the tiny open-mouthed yawn of a little bug to the bigger yawn of a parrot, to that of a snake, and a gorilla, and a croc, and the enormous yawn of the terribly tired tiger...then pull the tab that closes all the sleepy eyes in the jungle.

    And with sturdy pages and a high-gloss finish, the books will last almost as long -- even in the most inquisitive hands!

    In this board book, we learn that God has power. In an age where things are constantly changing, children can learn that God is always the same.

    Pickle won't eat anything that isn't green or pickled. That is, until her stubborn niece, Sophie Claire, introduces Mrs. Pickle to a new, "non-pickle" ice cream flavor. Mrs. Pickle will never be the same again.

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    The family leaves on a spontaneous pilgrimage in their camper to take gifts to the newborn. The children had grown up with the story of the White Buffalo Calf Woman, the powerful spirit who saved a starving tribe in ancient times, and had been reborn in the form of a white buffalo.   But the white calf is protected by its large mother. What will happen to the children in the moonlight inside the corral? A contemporary story that resonates with young readers of all backgrounds is based on an oral story passed down in the Bearpaw family.  The White Buffalo Calf Woman, the powerful spirit who had saved a starving tribe in ancient times, had been reborn in the form of a white buffalo calf. Now that story seems to be coming true for the Bearpaw children. The book includes the retelling of the original legend of the White Buffalo Calf Woman as well as step-by-step instructions with illustrations showing how to make your own dreamcatcher.

    What difference can one tiny turtle make? Not much, thinks Baby Honu, until a baby dolphin trapped on the beach inspires him to try.

    In Go to Sleep, Daisy, night noises such as fluttering moths and hooting owls keep Daisy wide awake ... until the moon comes out. Daisy's Favorite Things shows our heroine playing with butterflies and chasing fish through the reeds, but best of all, Daisy likes to snuggle up to her mother, just like any baby.

    

    Bugs jump right off the pages of this kid-friendly book. What better way to learn than with this happy, snappy pop-up

    A surprise visitor brings a mysterious present and has an unusual story to tell. Great for teaching children about Islamic holidays and culture.

    Intended for children of ages 6-12, this book identifies the members of the primate family tree and describes how they are different from each other. It describes reproduction, communication, and feeding, among other things.

    A day on the farm has never been quite so much fun -- or quite so noisy -- thanks to this mooing, baaing, neighing menagerie of pop-up surprises. And what better way to learn than with this happy, snappy pop-up!

    Tanen--and his colorful ties. But Mr. Apple from the school office doesn't like the ties and insists that Mr. Tanen stop wearing them. Everyone is miserable. Until the students give Mr. Apple his own new tie which brings about some unexpected and welcome changes. Full color.

    Apparently some, er, others have been asking the same question, and have sent a crew of explorers into space to search for an answer. Three brave astronauts and a mascot blast off, full of hope and full of yearning for intergalactic friendship. They endure a dizzying array of dangers in their quest and are about to give up when they make a surprising discovery. Young readers will be just as surprised -- when they hop on board this white-knuckle ride through the perils of the planets. Author and pilot Carol Diggory Shields is at the controls. Illustrator and navigator Scott Nash is responsible for the astonishing view out the window! Prepare for a far-out adventure, brought to you by the author and illustrator of the wildly popular prehistoric dance party, Saturday Night at the Dinosaur Stomp, winner of a best-book award from the acclaimed Please Touch Museum for children.

    Miss Perkins keeps a very tidy house, so she must find a new home for her furry visitor. But whenever someone comes to adopt Fitz, he seems to have disappeared. Young readers will delight in finding clever Fitz as he hides on the lavishly illustrated pages of this charming story.

    Silly Goose and Dizzy Duck agree to play hide and seek with Clever Fox, but they do not realize that he plans to eat them.

    When he swallows a chicken bone, Frye's friends panic and ignite a series of uproarious adventures. Full-color illustrations.

    An Inukshuk stands alone on a hill and is sad until he learns how important he is to the community.

    In his first pop-up book since his best-selling Dinosaur Stomp four years ago, Paul Stickland brings together terrific paper-engineering skills with an uncanny knack of infusing realistically-detailed vehicles with charm and humor.The simple chant-along text -- the hallmark of the Sticklands' Dinosaur Roar -- makes this a fabulous read-aloud must for all young truckers. The sturdy pop-ups are self-activating: an ideal book even for younger readers who will want to peer under the shiny hood of the semi or watch an overheated engine explode in smoke. From the holographic chrome foil on the cover right down to the last dent on a bumper, "Truck Jam" is packed with unadulterated fun.

    But by night he is the Great Poochini, the most acclaimed singer in all of doggie opera. One evening, a locked window threatens to keep Poochini from the opera house where his eager fans await. When a cat burglar appears, the disaster becomes Poochini's opportunity to save both his master's house and his performance.

    Young children will relate to the little princess and her attempts to stay up past her bedtime.

    It helps keep the little fingers busy.

    Pull the tabs to move his rubber boots in and out of the puddles and swing his umbrella up and down. When Teddy falls - plop! - into a puddle, Jack comes to the rescue. He soon has Teddy dry again - and perfect for a cuddle!

    This adorably illustrated book is filled with sounds that are fun for young children to imitate.

    And with a little help from his mom, Sam is going to explain it all! This entertaining and accessible series features bold, bright illustrations to make science understandable at a glance. Full color.

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    Retells the well-known tales of Chicken Licken, Little Red Riding Hood, The sly fox and the little red hen, Jack and the beanstalk, The elves and the shoemaker.

    But whoops! His pail has a hole in it. What can Jack do? Lift the flap and find out how Jack saves the day - just in time to enjoy a delicious popsicle!

    Kids will delight in and learn from these fantastic books focused on various creatures that share our world.

    Each title features full-color, often hilarious illustrations and engaging stories that always involve a young child figuring out concepts or solving problems on his or her own. Every new title contains a Word List and a color-coded reading-level key on the back cover.

    but when Angelica tells Chuckie that camping is about ghosts, wolves, and vampires, he becomes afraid--until Tommy shows him that it's all about having fun!

    But whose long, skinny socks are those? The flamingo's, of course. And whose teeny, tiny dress is that? With a surprise on every flip-the-flap page, the animals come, one by one, to claim their shirts, shorts, and socks. Full color.

    Alone in the wintry woods, with only her naughty brothers, Big Smudge and Floppylugs, to play with, Figgy Twosocks feels sad and sulky, until she finds a new playmate in Hoptail the squirrel. A poignant story with a reassuring message, this sequel to What Are Friends For? is perfect for all young children exploring the art of making new friends and learning how to deal with separation. The gentle text and irresistible artwork makes this a picture book ideal for sharing with even the smallest child.

    That's what happened the day Cassandra told her teacher, Ms. Sutton-Jones, she liked her big, glittery buttons. It made Ms. Sutton-Jones feel so good that she praised the custodian, who turned around and complimented the second-grade teacher.Pretty soon the second grade is having snack time early, a young boy is teaching his little brother a song, and his family is laughing and snuggling to together. It all comes full circle when Cassandra's dad brings home a kitten for his daughter.

    But nobody seems to know where to find one. Lift the flaps to help Little Rabbit find the Easter egg that's just right!

    While looking for his dreidel, Max helps various members of his family find other symbols which they need to enjoy Hanukkah dinner.

    When he takes his puppets on the road, their show becomes famous throughout the land.But one day Poppy impatiently shapes a ballerina puppet, Clarinda, from a piece of wood without listening carefully to the wood's message. Clarinda will not perform--and almost ruins the show--until Poppy discovers her secret wish.

    Who can resist nuzzling noses tweaking cheeks and tickling tummies? Darcia Labrosse's tender illustrations capture the simple fun of this gentle game with warmth and glee.An Alternate Selection of Childrens Book-of-the-Month Club

    But when one friend gets a new toy that he is reluctant to share, the friends are no longer so friendly. This story, told in clear, simple dialogue with bright, childlike illustrations, gives straightforward insight into the complications that can threaten even the best of friendships. The youngest audience will delight in the simple resolution that mends these friends' relationship as well as their toy.

    Little bunnies grow little berries, they tease. But with his mother's encouragement, Oliver is determined to win. He plants his strawberry patch far away from the big bunnies' patch and hopes for the best. Then -- STOMP! STOMP! STOMP! -- the berry-loving BEARS arrive! And only little Oliver bunny thinks of a way to save his beautiful strawberries, save the day, and win the strawberry contest. Suddenly size isn't important anymore -- except when it comes to a giant Mother Bunny hug and a big slice of strawberry pie. . . .

    More than a poetic celebration of the four seasons and the atmospheric changes they bring, the rhythmic text and vibrant illustrations help answer a child's first questions about weather.

    Introducing the delicious and delectable, the brilliant and beloved, the one and only . . . banana! BANANAS! is the quintessential book about bananas. Sure, you know bananas are good for you, but how good exactly? Ounce for ounce, a banana is even more nutritious than an apple. If you want to keep the doctor away, try a banana. And there is so much more to learn about bananas. From their early roots in Southeast Asia to their introduction to Americans at the 1876 United States Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia alongside Alexander Graham Bell's new invention, the telephone, bananas have a very auspicious history. Bananas are now shipped (very carefully) all over the world. After reading BANANAS!, you won't think of bananas as just a quick, easy snack anymore.

    But how do you convince six not-so-sleepy bear cubs to go to bed? Mother Bear, of course, has found a way--with a cozy rhyme for each of them. Once again, beloved author Mem Fox enchants little ones--and their parents--with a tender bedtime story, irresistibly illustrated by Kerry Argent.

    Young readers will love singing along merrily, merrily, merrily as they pull the tabs to make charming animals row, drive, and fly to a party.

    It suggests that adults can help develop proper audience behaviour in young people, and stimulate their interest.