He sniffles and sneezes. He cannot sleep. He aches all over. Worst of all, he's feeling too poorly to play with his friends. How Bear's good friends take care of him with herbal tea and lullabies until he begins to FEEL BETTER is the heart of this loving story that will be familiar to any little one who has ever had the sniffles.

    Whether it's conducting an orchestra, painting a masterpiece, or slaying a dragon—give a child a stick and let imagination take over and the magic begin.

    But when will the radiant butterfly appear again? Petr Horácek uses his trademark saturated hues and simple shapes to create an enticing view of the world of colors — and a peekaboo look at the slow-paced life abuzz in the backyard garden.

    . . but maybe this giant squid with a giant touch of hubris doesn't really care? First-time author-illustrator Kevin Sherry is sure to garner fans of all sizes for his perfect-for-preschool read-aloud with simple text, bold and delightful collage art, and a lovable squid whose spirit just cannot be crushed.Choking Hazard - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

    Jack the cat is building the perfect nest. It' s bound to attract the perfect chicken, who will lay the perfect egg, which will make the perfect omelet. And sure enough, a chicken shows up ( Caramba ), but so do a duck ( Sacre bleu ) and a goose ( Great balls of fire ). Feathers get ruffled -- and Jack gets much more than breakfast -- in a funny tale rich in detail with a sweet final twist.

    Just in time, a turnip turns up, and a second one, too. Who in the woods wouldn't want to tuck away an extra turnip for the long winter? Not Rabbit. He chooses a different path--and starts a wave of generosity that spreads among all his forest friends.    Admired picture-book team George Shannon and Laura Dronzek have created a heartwarming tale about the true meaning of friendship.    Includes an author's note and a chart that translates the Chinese calligraphy in the book.

    Sister's hands snap. Granny sings scat. Uncle soft-shoes--and Baby keeps the groove. Things start to wind down when Mama and Daddy sing blues so sweet. Now a perfectly drowsy baby sleeps deep, deep, deep. Lisa Wheeler and R. Gregory Christie pair up for a celebration of music, imagination, and big families--but they know that even a jazz baby needs to snooze. Oh yeah.

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    So begins a funny tale of friendship with a wonderful twist at the end.

    He looked inside. Then he exclaimed,"Why, it's the greatest thing ever! Mouse will love this."Bear's friends aren't so sure of his newfound treasure, however. "That's not so great," says Monkey. "I've seen those before," says Owl. And by the time Bear finds Mouse, his own doubts have grown. But Mouse has the last say when he looks inside the little box. "It is the greatest thing ever," he tells his friend. "Thank you, Bear."Part mystery, part fable, this deceptively simple story of true friendship is perfect for the very youngest reader. It is sure to tug at your heart.Good Luck Bear is the 2008 winner of the Charlotte Zolotow Award.

    More fun dinosaur antics await. These prehistoric pupils are in a class of their own! As in their previous books, Jane Yolen and Mark Teague capture children's rambunctious natures with playful read-aloud verse and wonderfully amusing pictures.

    But no . . . Mama and Papa say little owls have to stay up late and play. So Little Owl spends all night jumping on his bed, playing on the jungle gym, and doing tricks on his skateboard—but he's hooting mad about it! Children who have a hard time going to bed will love this fun twist on the universal dilemma.

    Look out--Wolf's coming! As the shadowy figure gets closer and closer and the day draws to a close, the animals shut the door, pull the shades, and turn out the lights. Soon the wolf's glowing eyes appear at the window and the front door opens . . . But things are not as they seem in this suspenseful, clever story, and it's the reader who's in for the biggest surprise of all!

    Seed becomes flower, paint becomes picture, word becomes story--and the commonplace becomes extraordinary as children look through and turn the pages of this novel and winning book.First the Egg is a 2008 Caldecott Honor Book and a 2007 New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Book of the Year.

    Full color.

    Can you figure out who's who?Watercolor and collage illustrations depict close-up scenes of an egg or eggs about to hatch. The text hints at what the eggs contain: Hidden in a rock cave/ Deep beneath the ocean waves/ Their mother wraps her long arms around/ To keep these eggs safe and sound. The observant young nature lover will find a visual clue of what animal the mother might be. The next spread provides the answer-in this case, it's an octopus. The second spread also provides fascinating facts about the species.The book features a number of species ranging from spiders to penguins to octopuses, and the back matter provides more information about the actual size of various eggs and how they develop.

    Sometimes you're sad. Sometimes you're good. Sometimes you're bad. But no matter what, one special little elephant will always know his mother's love. The love shines on the foil-splashed, padded cover and all the way through this color-saturated book.

    See what the pictures tell you about different ways of life in Europe, Mali, India, and China.

    His room is always neat, and he always buttons his shirt right to the top. But lately Henry has been having thoughts that don't make any sense, thoughts about pirates, dragons and rocket ships. Henry has caught imaginitis - and the only cure is to grow up. But what should Henry do in the meantime?

    . . From decorating the tree to opening gifts around the fireplace, Christmas is a time full of wonder and delight. When the celebration is shared with family and friends, the feelings of hope and joy become even more meaningful and cherished. The classic lyrics of "The Christmas Song" have spread the Yuletide spirit since the mid-1940s. Doris Barrette's lush, beautiful illustrations capture the heart of both holiday and home, for all kids from one to ninety-two!

    An Important Picture Book From Beverly LewisWhat parent hasn't urged her son or daughter not to stare or tease a child who is "different" or disabled in some way?As Jesse's sister struggle to understand her brother--and to deal with the kids who make fun of him--families everywhere will benefit from this sensitive yet realistic story about learning to understand and befriend a child with special needs.

    CLAUS TAKES A VACATION, an utterly charming story of an old lady who makes an elephant her new pet dog.When an old lady finds a small elephant in the park, what is she to do? Take him home and treat him like a pet dog, of course! Peanut's not like other dogs, though . . . and another walk in the park reveals that he's missing from the circus. When Peanut returns home, the old lady is sad again, until she comes across a camel . . . who she decides is a cat!

    Through the courage of one little girl, the inhabitants of one tiny moon are forever changed when Priscilla dares to ask why.

    . .except for the watchful owl! With a spare, soothing text and beautifully rich and textured illustrations of a starry night, this is the perfect "book of sleep." Join the owl on his moonlit journey as he watches all the other animals settle in for the night: some sleep standing up, while some sleep on the move! Some sleep peacefully alone, while others sleep all together, huddled close. Il Sung Na makes his American debut with this gorgeous bedtime offering. While each animal rests in its own special way, little ones will also drift off to a cozy sleep.

    And the illustrations are painstakingly all done in polymer clay and then photographed, giving a 3-D effect. They are truly remarkable, vividly conveying the abundant energy of a rainforest, and will inspire many an art project. Plus there are several pages of extension ideas for curriculum and art projects as well as resources on the web and elsewhere.Parents, teachers, gift givers, and many others will find: captivating illustrations of sculptures fashioned from polymer clay.backmatter that includes further information about the jungle and the animals of that live in the rainforestMusic and song lyrics to "Over in the Jungle" sung to the tune "Over in the Meadow"!a book for young readers learning to count!

    The author includes additional pages of information about diverse New Years traditions and special foods. Full color.

     An everyday errand turns into a great adventure as Cow goes to market. Spot squish on cover gives readers a touch of Cow. Charming gift for cow and Cow collectors, alike.

    the swagger of the ransom of the made-up funeral "Leave me alone Tony Randall" All accidents are intentional, but they're still accidents, buddy. "The planets that are our brains orbit fitfully" Look at Richard playing the piano with that shitface grin.. I've gotta go steal some whiskey now to drink with Ol' Roison the Beau. Take a look at a teenage harmony. "I got angry at the wastebasket there. " Some poets have images passing through their eyes like melting ore until their sockets seal shut . Shafer, hand, foot, etc . "his lungs are well supplied with blood" "Lemme get one of them Roman Coin datebooks" With rocks, salt and nails. We don't have to take this one down Garth. "To own a boat must be a pleasure" -- Eddie Berrigan

    Are you an apple pie?This delightful interactive book compares babies and toddlers to one of the sweetest things aroundÑpie! From pies made of apples and peaches to blueberries and pumpkins, Cutie Pie! celebrates word play, colors, and adorable kids with sturdy, fold-out pages. Plus a mylar mirror at the end lets baby see just what kind of pie he or she is!

    Questions such as What would be done if a monkey jumps onto your school bus? What happens if a hippo shows up for breakfast? and What if an elephant wants to run the bases at a ball game? are all posed to readers. The colorful, kid-friendly art—even the alligator fails to look scary—will further engage the children.

    Simple clues in words and pictures allow children to guess what hides behind each flap. Then they open the flap to reveal a large pop-out surprise! Giant Pop-Out Shapes features a variety of shapes and familiar objects that share that shape, helping children learn to recognize these shapes in their worldan important early childhood skill. The pop-outs are simple and sturdy, making them well-suited to young children.

    Full color.

    In this interactive book, children can pull tabs, lift flaps, twist propellers and spin wheels as they are introduced to a range of different types of elephant - including the smelliphant, the unwelliphant and the chocolate caramelephant.

    She has cat curiosity and a nose for sniffing out anything fishy. An energetic, character-driven romp to rival Junie B.A field trip to the aquarium? Being surrounded by fish is CatKid's dream -- and she's terribly disappointed to learn that you don't actually go fishing at an aquarium. But CatKid soon discovers there's so much to see -- dolphins, jellyfish, starfish, and more! The teacher announces a prize will be given to the winner of an "underwater" treasure hunt. With her best friend Maddie's help, our favorite half-feline will find a way to win that prize -- and prove that no one has a nose for fish quite like CatKid.

    This time they prance and dance readers through the Arctic and introduce kids to the fascinating animal mamas and babies that call the Arctic home. Set to the beloved tune of Over in the Meadow, read again and again book will have kids singing along from one to ten with polar bears, beluga whales, Arctic foxes and more! Hey, kids! Look for the number hidden on each page!

    Simple clues in words and pictures allow children to guess what hides behind each flap. And then . . . surprise! Giant Pop-Out Pets features dogs, kittens, and other friendly animals just waiting to pop out and say hello. The large pop-outs are simple and sturdy, making them well-suited to young children.

    He does not know how to brush his teeth or comb his hair and he can't even use a spoon. But Wibbly loves him just the same! This picture book shows that it is what's inside us that matters.

    Adorably fun illustrations by Caroline Jayne Church bring the easy-to-read lyrics to life as kids and parents read and sing along.

    Witty rhymes describe many species of dinosaurs, including where they roamed, what they ate and their physical characteristics.

    Full of colourful characters, and with a new scene on each page, this book teaches children to count to ten

    Too grumpy to eat or play -- too grumpy even to fly. "Looks like I'm walking today," says Bird. He walks past Sheep, who offers to keep him company. He walks past Rabbit, who also could use a walk. Raccoon, Beaver, and Fox join in, too. Before he knows it, a little exercise and companionship help Bird shake his bad mood. Praised by the Wall Street Journal as "comic perfection," this winsome, refreshingly original picture book is sure to help kids (and grown-ups) giggle away their grumpies, too! Bird's impeckably crafted, hilarious melodramas continue in the Grumpy Bird board book, Boo Hoo Bird, Hungry Bird, and coming in 2018, Sleepy Bird.

    

    Taken in by a group of rough-looking cowboys, he learns firsthand the difficult life of a cowboy on the range, but he meets the challenge, winning the grudging respect of his fellow cowhands.

    He will not, for example, eat anything green. He spends one day as Sir Bruno and another as the Queen. He is an entrepreneur and he understands the language of Car. Bruno is a boy worth knowing.

    But no matter how big they get, there is one special something they'll always enjoy!

    The book includes maps and information boxes describing the background of the mythical creatures and their incredible stories. Each story is illustrated with stunning artwork.

    This new book has over 150 active learning experiences based on seventy-five popular children’s books. The authors provide complete plans that include theme connections, related books and music, lesson objectives, a vocabulary list, a concept list, and activities for each children’s book, providing hours of fun in the classroom!

    Young chimpanzees play and learn under the watchful eyes of their mothers. They learn all the skills they need to survive in the wild. During one lesson, a young chimp watches its mother tear off a branch, remove the leaves, put it in a termite hole, and pull it out covered with deliciously juicy termites. The chimp takes up the challenge to find its own ?just right? stick to use as a tool for hunting these tasty treats. After trial and error, the young chimp savors the sweet taste of success when it licks the delectable snacks off its very own stick. Author-illustrator Mich?le Coxon's exquisitely detailed and scientifically-accurate illustrations extend the information in the print. She includes facts about chimpanzees and illustrations of a chimp's handprint and footprint, the interior of a termite's nest, and of the soldier termite, this chimp's tasty snack.

    The follow-up to the award-nominated book Storytime Yoga: Teaching Yoga to Children Through Story, The Treasure in Your Heart: Yoga and Stories for Peaceful Children brings the universal wisdom of yoga philosophy using interfaith stories to teach peace and character education to children and families. This book, for teachers and parents to share with the children ages 6 and up, has 26 teaching tales culled from the world's faith traditions. It features such gems as Mohammad and the Cat from Islam about kindness, Brahma's Tears from Hinduism about unity, Calming the Storm from Christianity about courage, and Conejito and the Wax Doll from Native America about anger management. Plus, there are many stories from African, Buddhist and Sufi traditions as well. This book also focuses on meditation and relaxation for children to improve health and literacy, and features follow-up activities and the classic Storytime Yoga method of yoga poses scripted with the stories!

    Young readers are invited to touch the soft table cloth and sticky frosting, as well as feel the smooth ball and rough sandcastle.Each book contains a touch-and-feel element on every page that children will enjoy experiencing over and over again. Playtime and snacktime have never been so much fun!

    The simple repetitive text invites word anticipation and allows young readers to make predictions. Charming illustrations and fun flaps reveal a variety of creatures that will amuse and surprise again and again.

    But what is rain? And how does it transform the world around us? With a wonderful sense of movement and color, this unique book in the Exploring the Elements series invites children to explore their world with delight and curiosity. Young readers will open the flaps to find the science of rain and related topics clearly explained. Inside, they will discover why rain falls, what raindrops really look like, why the air smells different after a rain and much more.

    In a bold and simple design, one-word pages feature vivid photographs of familiar objects little ones will be happy to recognize, from bibs to bathtubs to shovels to suave-looking sunglasses.

    A song, a game of pit-a-pat, and even a drive in the car don't work. Anyone who has ever helped look after a baby will recognize the familiar situations in this charming and funny story.

    And if that makes your dad hungry and thirsty or if he gets cuts and bruises, you know just how to take care of him right back. An adventurous tale of the heroic lengths fathers and sons will go for each other that will elicit gasps, giggles and warm contented sighs.

    - Clean new design for easy readability and comprehension- Updated text presented in a lively, continuous narrative- New center-spread sidebar feature presenting material in a fun, creative way- Excellent age-appropriate introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects- Words to Know glossary clarifies subject-specific vocabulary- Learn More section encourages independent study- Index makes navigating subject matter easy

    

    Simple clues in words and pictures allow children to guess what hides behind each flap. Then they open the flap to reveal a large pop-out surprise! Giant Pop-Out Vehicles offers lots of moving machines that children will enjoy seeing "pop out" from under the flaps. The pop-outs are simple and sturdy, making them well-suited to young children.

    The farmer in the dell, the farmer in the dell,Hi-ho, the derry-o ...

    Illustrated with foil lined cutouts on each page. Warning from publisher: CHOKING HAZARD: Not suitable for children under 36 months due to small parts.

    

    A Treasury of Fun Alphabet Rhymes, Deluxe Edition with Gold edging

    As he learns how to use it for the first time, each ride becomes faster and faster. Will his new toy end up getting him in trouble? This engaging and emotional story will stimulate the linguistic and social development of young children as well as open their eyes to lesser-known dangers.

    This title includes a Fun Facts page and a Glossary.

    Padded hardback book with beautiful colour illustrations.

    This volume is a celebration of African American culture and community that evokes the sights, smells, tastes and rhythms of the author's childhood in Philadelphia.

    It allows you to get drawn into the world of the flower and follow it through the day.

    Let the captain and crew of a modern jumbo jet take you on a tour of one of the most amazing machines of our timees! Pull the tabs to reveal the inner workings of a jet plane in fabulous, technically accurate detail, and discover...

    These "two-minute miracles" from storyteller Naomi Baltuck will have children and adults, singing, moving, laughing, and begging for more. For each stretcher, she has included music, hand motions, tips for telling, or other personal touches developed during the countless times she has used it to hold the attention of her audiences. Time lengths and target audiences are also included so that you can select the best stretchers for every situation. Naomi has gathered these gems from her own childhood, from other storytellers, as well as from her children who bring home new activities from camp. Tried and true, these stretchers are a wonderful way to bring together family, friends, classes, Scout troops, and audiences everywhere.

    What Is a Solid? offers emergent readers a simple explanation of matter, a description of solids, and examples of how solids can change into different states of matter.

    In a market crowded with bedtime books, we are excited to announce our second "wake-up" book! WAKING UP DOWN UNDER is a companion to our popular GOOD MORNING, LITTLE POLAR BEAR, created by the same winninng author/illustrator team.

    Jack strolls through town, brooding about his bad luck and paying no attention to anything around him.  But a lot is going on.  Jack won't know until later what a strange day it has been.

    Simple clues in words and pictures allow children to guess what hides behind each flap. And then . . . surprise! Giant Pop-Out Bugs reveals an assortment of creepy crawlers that kids will love. The large pop-outs are simple and sturdy, making them well-suited to young children.

    The pair greets everything they pass along the way with a hello and an hola. The night, in kind, welcomes them with many of its hidden treasures.

    Philosophical memoir that's out of this world, in every sense of the phrase.

    Minimal text combines with bold, eye-catching art to present colors, shapes, numbers, and opposites in a simple yet captivating format. Vibrant illustrations that feature familiar creatures, such as bright green frogs, as well as more exotic animals, like brilliant pink flamingos, will delight children.

    Are You a Good Friend? introduces beginning readers to social values and behaviors that are important for developing and maintaining successful friendships in the social communities of home, school, and play.

    In Peek-a-Boo, Mama! a child will have fun covering and uncovering farm animals sheep, cows, donkeys, and more.

    Can readers tell the difference between a frog and a toad? How do tadpoles become frogs? How do frogs make sound? Readers will find the answers to these and other questions in this colorful book.

    They gobble past the tallest, longest, and fastest things in the state to see the champion of them all: the big pig.

    He gives Max a big bag of seeds for his birthday. At first Max is skeptical, but he follows his uncle’s instructions and scatters the seeds on his way to school. From that moment on, unusual things begin to happen, and the changes are simply magical. Wildflowers begin to grow throughout the city, where they’ve never been before. Suddenly Max becomes the most popular kid in school as his class gets to pick the flowers, draw them, and study them. This was the best gift, after all. Here is a lovely story about how small actions can make a big difference in your own life, and the life of an entire community.

    As the family sets off on a quest to find the cat, the reader learns about the seven principles celebrated in Kwanzaa in a simple and entertaining way. Includes an informative section about the holiday.

    

    "Hello, Penguin!" he says. "What shall we play?" But Penguin says nothing. Even when Ben tickles its belly, sings a funny song, does a dizzy dance, stands on his head, sticks out his tongue, and resorts to increasingly rude and drastic measures, Penguin makes no response. What will it take for Penguin to say something — or for Ben to understand what Penguin has to say? Fresh, spare illustrations bring whimsy to this wonderful tale, in which a silent Penguin turns marvelously eloquent and a little boy finally gets his heart’s desire.

    As Patrick puts a yellow blob on his palette to paint the corn, a red squirrel runs into the field; when he puts down red, a bluebird appears. Each page reveals a new colour and a new creature - until Patrick's palette is filled with colours and the field with animals. This simple story, vividly illustrated, introduces all the basic colours and the concept of colour mixing to very young readers.

    . . and most importantly, Biscuit loves you! Create your own Biscuit storybook scenes to show what love really means—spending time with friends and family.Have more fun with Biscuit!

    Through the eyes of Dougie, the optimism of childhood shines through despite the tough work and harsh conditions. Jan Omerod's stunning, evocative illustrations make this a rich and resonating book.

    See how these symbols of fall make it a fun season.

    Sally draws on the window "first tracing the trees, then changing the trees...". That night something magical happens and the garden is brought to life. Her garden. Shortlisted for the 2008 CBCA Book of the Year: early childhood.

    It's too cold to play outside and the Big Dark is everywhere—all the time. Then one morning, Chinoo and his parents set out on a long journey. On the way, Chinoo meets a cuddly little polar bear, a furry wolf cub, and a galumphing baby walrus, all wanting to play! But each time Chinoo's parents tell him to hurry up or he'll miss it. But what could it be? At the end of his long journey, Chinoo is rewarded with the glorious spectacle of the rising sun. Now, he can play outside whenever he likes! With depth of color and awe-inspiring landscapes, John Prater's work invites children to experience the powerful wonder of the natural world.

    Easy to read text with rebuses explores the job of a firefighter.

    They practice being loud so that they will be noticed, but they only frighten away some cats. They practice being brave and bold, but they scare away a dog. Then, just at the point of giving up, a little girl discovers them and takes them home.

    Little Bat Jack is on his own at the back, but he doesn't mind. As they walk through the woods, they hear, feel and see something rather unusual... what on earth could it possibly be?'With playful text and a catchy refrain, Little Bat Jack proves that all the best things come in small packages.' - JuniorDavid Melling is one of the UK's best-loved author-illustrators. The Hugless Douglas series has sold over 1.4 million copies in 26 languages.Hello, Hugless Douglas! was a World Book Day picture book in 2014.

    Minimal text combines with bold, eye-catching art to present colors, shapes, numbers, and opposites in a simple yet captivating way. Vibrant illustrations that feature familiar creatures, such as bright green frogs, as well as more exotic animals, like brilliant pink flamingos, will delight children.

    Tiger Goes Wild and Children Make Terrible Pets comes another adventure starring everyone's favorite underdog. When Chowder goes off to the Fabu Pooch Boot Camp, as usual he just doesn't fit in. Chowder tries his best, but his attempts to make himself more fabulous all fall flat. When the First Annual Fabu Pooch Pageant is announced, Chowder anxiously tries to think of a way to stand out. After all, the prize is a one-year supply of Snarf Snacks! Some pups practice their pearly grins, other hounds get massages to relax. One pooch even gets permed! But Chowder finds his calling when he discovers a trampoline. He leaps, he flips, he bounces, and he wows the crowd! Perfect for fans of Chowder and for new readers alike.

    Also discussed are different types of dogs and the life cycle of a dog.

    All of his friends and family have already learned to fly, but he just can't get the hang of it yet. So when it comes time for everyone to migrate south, Louie has to fly on a plane and wait all by himself for his family to meet him.As he takes his first solo journey, Louie is about to learn that growth will come at its own pace and when he least expects it in this sweet, hilarious debut filled with delightfully retro illustrations.

    Bird, Bird, Bird is the third book in NorthWord's famous "chant" series--all known for tongue-twisting, silly-sounding, say-it-faster fun Zany caricatures of each bird present these feathered-friends in larger-than-life proportions. (You won't need your binoculars here ) After readers have mastered the chant, they can turn to the back to get the real scoop on each bird. Sayre and Locke take bird watching to a whole new level

    This year, he finally gets an allowance, so there’ll be no more disastrous homemade presents for his dad. All of Langley’s friends are off to the store to buy their dads the latest gadgets, but by the time he catches up, it’s closed (he is a snail, after all). Now what will he do? Luckily, the long trip home opens Langley’s eyes to what just might be the best Father’s Day present ever—something better than any gift money can buy.

    Kids will love to feel the fuzzy apples and find the shiny foil surprises behind the flaps!