Or sticking out his pink tongue--and pulling funny faces (now that can be fun)! And maybe he'll jump just as high as he can, and see how much noise he will make when he lands. But when the day ends and the sun starts to fall...he goes back home to mama and curls into a ball. Good night! Soft-toned illustrations portray an endearing little wombat and the warm and friendly world around him--and every page is filled with charming details that stand up to repeat viewings: cute mice, rabbits and turtles peering from behind tall grass, marching pigeons, and a menagerie of other adorable animals. The images, along with the lyrically rhyming text, combine to make a sweet-spirited bedtime story to ease young ones to sleep.

    Somehow he always manages to be underfoot when someone makes a mess. Red jam, blue paint, pink ice cream, orange juice -- the history of his day is splattered on his bright, white coat. And by evening, there are ten colorful spots for children to count before the careless canine must have his bath.This fresh and funny introduction to colors and numbers, illustrated by the talented young artist Emma Dodd, makes learning as breezy as a walk in the park with Dog, a pooch with poor personal hygiene but a great deal of charm.

    Who says getting there isn't half the fun? It's hot. Hot, hot, hot! So Junie and Jake and Poppa and the baby want to go to the lake. But can they make it in their rattletrap car? It doesn't go fast, and it doesn't go far, but with the help of some razzleberry dazzleberry snazzleberry fizz, a beach ball, a surfboard, and a three-speed, wind-up, paddle-wheel boat, they're off to the lake where it's cool, cool, cool! Aaaahhh.Phyllis Root's wonderfully inventive wordplay and Jill Barton's spirited and expressive illustrations make this a read-aloud road trip to remember.

    Alfred said he liked sleeping in the sun, dog food, and scratching. Rex did too. Rex said he hated baths and going to the vet. Alfred did too.A little pug dog learns he's lovable just the way he is.Alfred the pug dog thinks he's unlovable. Other dogs make fun of his tiny legs and funny face. The cat and the parrot and even the goldfish tease him. Then a new dog, Rex, moves in next door. Because Alfred wants a friend so badly, he tells Rex a little fib about himself. But what will happen when Rex learns the truth? Will he find Alfred unlovable too?Dan Yaccarino has created a charming story about a little pug who learns the true meaning of friendship.

    And he had lost his smile. So he did a huge tigery stretch and set off to find it. Stunning illustrations celebrate the beauty of the world and the simple happiness it brings us when we open our eyes to it. An imaginative book for children who love to explore the world around them.

    Will the "moon aliens" be safe from this blundering duo's plan? Will Sandy get her rocket back in one piece? Join SpongeBob and Patrick for an out-of-this-world adventure!

    A wonderful watery and whimsical rhyming romp!

    But where do butterflies come from? How are they born? What do they eat--and how? With a simple, rhyming text and glorious color-drenched collage, Lois Ehlert provides clear answers to these and other questions as she follows the life cycle of four common butterflies, from their beginnings as tiny hidden eggs and hungry caterpillars to their transformation into full-grown butterflies. Complete with butterfly and flower facts and identification tips, as well as a guide to planting a butterfly garden, this butterfly book is like no other.

    Diggs, he sees six cats, six bowls of food, and six warm beds. There's clearly only one thing to do. Confronted by the cats' intense scrutiny, Widget meows, purrs, plays with a toy mouse, and uses the litter box. Having eventually convinced his new family of his felinity, Widget is soon living so happily he sometimes forgets his true nature. But when Mrs. Diggs takes a fall and doesn't get up, it's up to Widget to save the day with a particularly canine solution.A very simple text and droll pictures make Widget a book to read again and again.

    With flaps and pop-up surprises on every spread, this sturdy book is ideal for young children. Now in a new enlarged format including a free audio CD with two tracks—listen to the story alone, or follow along with the book by turning the pages when you hear the chime.

    This one-of-a-kind collection brings together eight picture books by some of the most esteemed children's authors and illustrators working today, including: Andrea Davis Pinkey, Bryan Collier, Floyd Cooper, Jacqueline Woodson, Susan Taylor Brown, Jane Resh Thomas, and more.

    With the same lovable but realistic baby animal illustrations and simple guessing-game text as the original hardcover edition, this is an irresistible choice for any curious toddler.

    Full color.

    As Little Duckling asks each animal, readers are encouraged to pull the tabs to read their replies. At the end of the book, the reader lifts a flap for a pop-up surprise. Full-color illustrations.

    Or perhaps you'd choose 4 divers, 3 chauffeurs, and 3 drivers. Whichever group of friends you count, you'll still wind up with 10. But what happens if all of your friends come? Put all the groups together and they add up to a whole lot more than 10--there are 100 friends coming for tea! Rollicking rhymes and cheerful pictures create a delightful introduction to simple addition concepts.

    McTats loves cats -- and they love her too! At first Mrs. McTats has only one cat, Abner, but quickly finds herself in a house bursting with twenty-five! She names each one with a different letter of the alphabet, but stops short at Z. Then there's a scratch on the door. Surprise! Mrs. McTats finds what the family needs to be complete.

    Come take a special Snappy safari where leopards keep watch and elephants keep cool while young readers have the time of their lives! Simple habitat facts are revealed through clever rhyme, reinforced with imaginative illustrations and delightful pop-ups.

    

    As the lyrics add a meowing cat, a quacking duck, and more friendly critters, the stepped pages offer a creative way to read a cumulative story without leaving any of the animals behind. Emmy-Award winning artist, Laura Vaccaro Seeger beautifully illustrates a traditional folk song popularized by singer Pete Seeger. A CD recording and the written music make this the perfect gift for folk music fans of all ages!

    In The Neighborhood captures the daily routines of anan attachment parenting family.

    The fun, imaginative illustrations teach children about dinosaurs from a time long ago. And what better way to learn than with this happy, snappy pop-up!

    Includes endangered animals.

    He is as brave as a bathtub full of sharks. But every night he checks under his bed, inside the toybox, behind the door and inside his cupboard, because he is very afraid....of children.

    Sunshine, a tiny bright orange cat, and a Storm, a floppy dark gray dog, have a friendship not usually enjoyed between cats and dogs. But one day Storm inadvertently angers Sunshine, and suddenly they are no longer friends. The weather cooperates in healing their rift and Sunshine and Storm realizes that like sunny days and dark ones, their moods might change but they are friends forever. Juanty Storm and the elegant Sunshine, loveable and funny, celebrate the ups and downs of friendship with simplicity and directness that young children will recognize and take to their hearts.

    Using thoughts children have shared during concerts, the book expands on a traditional Russian folk song.

    This wonderfully illustrated board book is great for kids and even features an attached plush spider. The Lamaze Infant Development System Book Program has books that will enrich your children's imagination and encourage their love for learning. Publishing books with contribution by child development authorities Doctors Jerome and Dorothy Singer, from Yale University, the Lamaze brand name is trusted by over 91% of new and expecting parents.

    Full color. with 4 acetate windows.

    The only thing she doesn't have is friends! Full-color illustrations.

    All of these foods make us think of Thanksgiving. It is a special day for many reasons. Thanksgiving started as a harvest festival between the Pilgrims and the American Indians. Today, it is also about being grateful for all that we have and for those that we love.

    Rhymes to read aloud, songs to sing along, fun for everyone! From the airplane in the sky to the freight train on the track, from fire truck on the highway to the tricycle on the sidewalk, kids love things that GO! In this fabulous book-and-CD combo, acclaimed author Daniel Kirk doesn't miss a beat! GO! is just the right mix of classic favorites and original tunes every member of the family will want to join in the fun and sing along!

    There are rabbits in large families and giraffes in small ones, and while most stay at home, others choose to roam. A pop-up-filled, fun way to learn about different kinds of families!

    The delightful and easy text in each book encourages toddlers' listening and concentration skills, gently preparing them for the school years to come. This season's toddler titles present songs and games that toddlers love to play. Books have sturdy card-stock pages that hold up to wear and tear. (Ages 1-3)

    A delightful circular tale and fall read-aloud!"Great for storytelling, with big beautiful pictures for a topper." ―Kirkus ReviewsChicken really admires Scarecrow's hat. Scarecrow would gladly trade his hat for a walking stick to rest his tired arms. Chicken doesn't have a walking stick to trade--but she knows someone who does.Author-illustrator Ken Brown pairs vivid, realistic watercolors with an inventive plot, engaging sequencing and repetition and to tell a charming circular story packed with relatable themes of friendship, bartering, and problem solving. An ideal storytime choice for autumn and harvest themes.Also available from Ken Brown: What's the Time, Grandma Wolf?Awards:Children's Literature Choice List (Picture Books, Ages 4-8) ―Children's LiteratureBest Bets for the Classroom (Picture Books) ―Virginia Center for Children's BooksNevada Young Readers' Award (Nominee, Picture Books) ―Nevada Library Association

    Julie Markes′s first picture book is charmingly illustrated by Maggie Smith.

    Simple text describes the basics of drums and how they can be played.

    His arrival is exciting news among the chimpanzees! Then his big, powerful Dada comes.

    Created with the participation of a developmental psychologist, each Sweet Talkin’ book provides a delightful opportunity for interactive play between caregivers and toddlers.

    Told from the child's perspective, Blizzard contrasts the coziness of home with the wildness of nature, celebrating the beauty of both.Lyrical text and striking illustrations depict the child's gentle adventure.About the Author:Carole Gerber holds a degree in English and journalism from Ohio State University and has been a freelance writer for over twenty years. She is the author of Hush! A Gaelic Lullaby, Arctic Dreams, and Firefly Night. She lives in Columbus, Ohio.About the Illustrator:Marty Husted has illustrated many picture books and educational texts. She is the illustrator of Hush! A Gaelic Lullaby, Arctic Dreams, and Firefly Night, all written by Carole Gerber. Marty is a graduate of Columbus College of Art and Design in Columbus, Ohio, where she lives today.

    Unfold the duble flaps to see the hilarious pictures of penguin intent on catching a very fetching polar bear's attention. This silly love song id guaranteed to have you and your little sweetheart singing together.

    There's Bee-Bee the Backhoe, who believes that "two hands are better than one!" and Stinky the Garbage Truck who knows "It's not what you do, it's how you do it!" along with many more. This younger format is perfect for little ones who can't wait to get to know big trucks!

    On this delicious trip through the kitchen, detail-rich scenes will delight young children as they recognize familiar foods and objects and learn new words to describe them. There's lots of fun to be had in the room where the syrup is sticky, the candy is hidden and the pie is cherry!

    Puff-puff, chugga-chugga, here comes the little train!Puff-puff, chugga-chugga, the little train holds lots of passengers!Puff-puff, chugga-chugga, the little train holds lots of packages!Puff-puff, chugga-chugga, what happens when someone...SNEEZES?Puff-puff, chugga-chugga, hop aboard to find out!

    A wickedly sinful peek at life on the rolling seas.Did you know that some pirates are big and strong while others are tall and thin and cunning? Pirates can come in many different shapes and sizes, but all are very, very wicked!!! If you want to be a pirate, you'll need an eye patch, a polka-dot handkerchief, a wooden leg or hook, earrings...and this book!Did you know that the pirate code stipulates that pirates can never be kind to children? Do you know where pirates work? Actually, pirates sail the Seven Seas looking for ships to rob, so they usually don't make it home for dinner. And sometimes, when the captain gets really angry, a pirate will be thrown overboard, so it's a good idea to take lessons in walking the plank.Pirates also spend a lot of time looking for treasure. It can be buried deep in the ocean or stashed away on a treasure island. Pirates often meet up with sea monsters or typhoons or marauding buccaneers -- but they don't get danger pay!Another thing about pirates: they don't even buy their own ships! They usually just steal other people's. That's why their ships have nice names like Saucy Sue.There's so much more to say about pirates (not the least of which is that they like to drink lots of grog and then sing pirate songs). Children will devour the information in this book. It is funny and entertaining, amusingly twisted, and will appeal to that insatiable interest in the wicked world of pirates. With such a warped take on the topic, only an irreverent illustrator like Lucy Blackheart could do it justice.

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    After many protests (after all, there was a lot of her), Ocean finally agreed to come. Sun and Moon worked and prepared for many days, but when Ocean finally arrived, they discovered that nothing could have prepared them for this visit! Internationally acclaimed storyteller Diane Wolkstein and the celebrated illustrators of Dr. Seuss’s My Many Colored Days spin a magical creation myth that is filled with surprises.

    

    Could this mystery be as easy as pie?

    On a beautiful, crisp winter's morning, Bear sets off up the mountain - because it's the perfect day for it! One by one, his friends follow him up - unaware what the real reason for the trip is.

    Using the words of the song as text, the book charts the adventures of a few cowhands and a lot of cattle as they make their way up the Old Chisholm Trail from Texas to Kansas. Roz Schanzer' s delightful illustrations will keep readers laughing and learning from cover to cover as they see the cowpokes deal with dust, flies, bad food, hail, stampedes, and even treacherous outlaws! As a final treat, the music is included at the end of the book, so kids can enjoy singing the song again and again!

    Kranny loved her long frizzy hair. The longer and frizzier it got, the more she liked it!

    His friends are sympathetic and promise to help. And help they do! They come up with a grand plan to build a hot-air balloon. It's a wonderful balloon, but Molto discovers that while a dream come true is nice, sharing it with friends is even better. Raoul Krischanitz's pudgy feline hero is irresistibly appealing, and his story of the joys of friendship soars with lighthearted humor and cheerful warmth.

    Who are they?

    Following the success of Do Crocodiles Moo? and Are Chicken Stripy?, Amanda Leslie has created another bright and bold book that doubles as a riotous question-and-answer game. Colors, animal names, simple adjectives, and lots of animal noises add to the fun this book, which children will revisit again and again.

    Nobody asked ME if I wanted a baby brother.Then this yellow kitten shows up, but -- hay!"Somebody"has to teach the kid how to play!

    From allergies to zits - including cancer, heart disease, and osteoporosis - each letter of the alphabet contains an average of six citations from scientific journals that present an antitdote to a lifetime of dairy industry marketing.

    Daisy looks all over -- in the henhouse (cluck, cluck), in the sheep's pen (baa, baa), in the pigsty (wee, wee), in the flowers (buzz, buzz), on the pond (ribbit, ribbit) -- before she finds Pip in the best place possible: under Mama's wing. Jane Simmons's bold, striking palette and warm illustrations will appeal to all readers who know and love this irrepressible little duck with big feet.