Best of
Storytime

2008

Little Blue Truck


Alice Schertle - 2008
    A muddy country road is no match for this little pick up--that is, until he gets stuck while pushing a dump truck out of the muck. Luckily, Blue has made a pack of farm animal friends along his route. And they're willing to whatever it takes to get their pal back on the road. Filled with truck sounds and animals noises, here is a rollicking homage to the power of friendship and the rewards of helping others.

The Pigeon Wants a Puppy!


Mo Willems - 2008
    He'll take really good care of it! What's the matter--don't you want him to be happy?The latest book in the best-selling Pigeon series is the funniest one yet.

The Pout-Pout Fish


Deborah Diesen - 2008
    Fish swims aboutWith his fish face stuckIn a permanent pout.Can his pals cheer him up?Will his pout ever end?Is there something he can learnFrom an unexpected friend?Swim along with the pout-pout fish as he discovers that being glum and spreading "dreary wearies" isn't really his destiny. Bright ocean colors and playful rhyme come together in this fun fish story that's sure to turn even the poutiest of frowns upside down.The Pout-Pout Fish is a 2009 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.

Where's My Mom?


Julia Donaldson - 2008
    Little monkey says that his mother is big, so butterfly leads him to . . . an elephant. No, that's not right! Little monkey says his mom is furry, so butterfly leads him to . . . a bat. That's not right either. From then on, little monkey and butterfly meet many jungle animals, but they don't find Mom until little monkey comes up with just the right description.With Julia Donaldson's effortless rhyme and Axel Scheffler's vibrant illustrations, this circular tale combines funny miscommunication with a little bit of science for a charming feel-good adventure.

Tickle Monster


Josie Bissett - 2008
    Early reviews of the story and the tickle me concept are creating a very positive reaction from everyone that reviews the book. The story is about a loveable rascal that has just flown in from Planet Tickle. His mission is to tickle any child who happens to follow along in this book. Parents read aloud and do the tickling, while children squirm with delight. Written with love and loaded with humor, this delightful story when combined with the tickling experience creates a long lasting, positive memory for the child and the parent.

The Very Cranky Bear


Nick Bland - 2008
    But it is plain, boring Sheep who has the answer. Ages 3+.

Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes


Mem Fox - 2008
    . . . And here, from two of the most gifted picture-book creators of our time, is a celebration of baby fingers, baby toes, and the joy they—and the babies they belong to—bring to everyone, everywhere, all over the world! This is a gorgeously simple picture book for very young children, and once you finish the rhythmic, rhyming text, all you’ll want to do is go back to the beginning . . . and read it again! The luminous watercolor illustrations of these roly-poly little ones from a variety of backgrounds are adorable, quirky, and true to life, right down to the wrinkles, dimples, and pudges in their completely squishable arms, legs, and tummies.

There Are Cats in This Book


Viviane Schwarz - 2008
    There they are, purring under a blanket. But not for long! Three sprightly cats named Tiny, Moonpie, and Andre are eager to involve you in their games, whether it's tossing a ball of yarn (oof!), lifting flaps to find them in boxes (comfy), or getting caught in a pillow fight (biff!). As their antics get wilder still, they'll need a kind soul to blow on the page to dry them off! With an irresistible story that directly engages the reader, this book's clever design and bright, gestural illustrations make for cat-tastic lift-the-flap fun.

I Love You As Big As the World


David Van Buren - 2008
    It is big enough to fill the whole wide world. Lush, brightly-colored illustrations, from the illustrator of Little Honey Bear and the Smiley Moon, capture the humor and intimacy of a very special relationship with irresistible tenderness and grace. Children will treasure this reminder of how much they are loved.

The Doghouse


Jan Thomas - 2008
    . . THE DOGHOUSE. Who will risk a run-in with scary Dog to get it back? Hysterical high anxiety ensues as Mouse volunteers each animal to do the dirty work—but you’ll never believe what’s really going on in the doghouse!     With Jan Thomas’s fun, fresh art and priceless animal expressions, this timeless tale of fear and friendship will have readers howling.

Katie Loves the Kittens


John Himmelman - 2008
    She loves them so much!But Katie's enthusiasm frightens the kitties, and she's sad when they run away from her. Don't they know that she just wants to play?Katie Loves the Kittens is a 2009 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.

Bedtime at the Swamp


Kristyn Crow - 2008
    Somebody's still splashing in the water and the mud. Is there a monster on the loose? Kristyn Crow has taken every child's worst nightmare and transformed it into a frolic through swampland. With funny illustrations and a catchy refrain, this story won't scare little monster too much before bedtime.

Octopus Socktopus


Nick Sharratt - 2008
    Pull-the-tabs and lift-the-flaps - who will be your favourite octopus? Will it be the cuckoo-clocktopus, the scary shocktopus or maybe even the party frocktopus? There's an octopus for everyone in this colourful sequel to the hugely popular 'Elephant Wellyphant'.

Hush, Little Dragon


Boni Ashburn - 2008
    Full color.

Where's My Mummy?


Carolyn Crimi - 2008
    The night is deep and dark, full of friendly creatures that click their clacky teeth and whoosh past on flippy-floppy wings. But who will comfort Little Baby Mummy if a small, scritchy-scratchy someone gives him a scare? Big Mama Mummy, of course! Fresh, comical illustrations complement this ever-so-slightly suspenseful story with a satisfying ending.

The Cow That Laid an Egg


Andy Cutbill - 2008
    She can't ride a bicycle or do handstands like the other cows. Then one morning (thanks to a bunch of scheming chickens and a paintbrush), Marjorie is astonished to discover something extraordinary: she's laid an egg!

Roadwork


Sally Sutton - 2008
    Load the dirt. Scoop and swing and drop. Slam it down into the truck. Bump! Whump! Whop!"There are many big machines and busy people involved in building a road, and this riveting picture book follows them every step of the way. From clearing a pathway (SCREEK!) to rolling the tar (SQUELCH!) to sweeping up at the end (SWISH!), ROADWORK is sure to draw young onlookers with its rambunctious rhymes and noisy fun.

The Big, Bigger, Biggest Book


SAMi - 2008
    Simple illustrations and minimal text are well-suited to children starting to use adjectives to compare size, distance, length, and quantity. The brightly colored fold-out illustrations make each concept easy to understand: by unfolding the page, you can see a tall building get even taller, and then become the tallest one in the whole city!

Kitty Cat, Kitty Cat, Are You Waking Up?


Bill Martin Jr. - 2008
    Will Kitty Cat make it out of the house in time for school? Adorable pastel illustrations rendered in watercolor paints and colored pencil bring Kitty Cat so close you'll want to reach out and touch her!The author and illustrator of Kitty Cat, Kitty Cat, Are You Waking Up? have donated this book to the Worldreader program

The Two-Hearted Numbat


Ambelin Kwaymullina - 2008
    His stone heart makes him strong and powerful, while his feather heart makes him soft and gentle. When having more than one heart becomes troublesome for him, Numbat feels he must choose which one to keep. After evaluating the pros and cons of each heart, Numbat discovers that the best option is to keep both hearts so that he will be both kind and strong.

Big Yellow Sunflower


Frances Barry - 2008
    What will it be? Turn the shaped pages as a mole, a worm, a snail, a bird, a bee, and other creatures watch the seed take root and sprout up through the soil. As each page fans out, revealing a bright splash of yellow, a gigantic sunflower unfolds in a brilliant display.

Mrs. Rosey Posey and the Baby Bird


Robin Jones Gunn - 2008
    Rosey Posey is an eccentric grandmotherly character created by bestselling author Robin Jones Gunn. Mrs. Rosey Posey tells stories to the neighborhood children and teaches them how God loves and cares for them. Rachel spends each day caring for a baby bird while listening to clues given by Mrs. Rosey Posey.

Mrs. Rosey Posey and the Yum-Yummy Birthday Cake


Robin Jones Gunn - 2008
    Rosey-Posey's birthday is a great occasion for a parade and a feast. But when Mrs. Rosey Posey puts out a tempting birthday cake full of wonderful treats, can Sarah follow Mrs. Rosey Posey's rule about not touching? Children learn a personal lesson about repentance and trust.

Under the Silvery Moon


Colleen McKeown - 2008
    With a soothing lullaby, his mother takes him on a journey through the sounds of the night and visits each animal along the way.This is a calming bedtime read, perfect for settling any little one to sleep, with a gentle, rhyming text and beautiful, soft illustrations.

The Moose with Loose Poops [With Parent Guide]


Charlotte Cowan - 2008
    His planned camping trip with Papa (complete with canoeing and fishing) is postponed when throwing up (oops!) and diarrhea (loose poops) develop. Mama, Papa and Lucy Moose take excellent care of Miles at home helped by their kindly pediatrician, Dr. Hippo. Of course, Miles recovers in time to camp with Papa under a special, star filled sky.

Hide Me, Kipper!


Mick Inkpen - 2008
    Will the cat find him? Not if Kipper can help it!You simply cannot fail to win smiles with a new book about Kipper' Daily Mail'The charmingly comical Inkpen, as always, hits the spot.' Guardian

Over in the Arctic: Where the Cold Winds Blow: Where the Cold Wind Blows


Marianne Berkes - 2008
    Children can learn about these marvelous creatures while they count, clap, and sing to the rhythm of the whimsical tune Over in the Meadow. Each animal is identified in the back of the book along with more information about them. Full color. Full description

The Whistle on the Train


Margaret McNamara - 2008
    Full color.

Ten Friendly Fish


Debbie Tarbett - 2008
    Follow the adventures of ten bright, bold, 3D fish as they swim off through the ocean together and visit their sea friends one by one.

Begin Smart™ Who Am I?


Begin Smart Books - 2008
    By holding the book up as a mask, parents can take their children to the wonderful world of pretend. When they are able, children will delight in holding each page up to their own faces to ask, “Who am I?”

I'm Looking for a Monster!


Timothy Young - 2008
    But not just any monster! Big, small, furry, horned, scaly, and feathery monsters all file through one by one, until finally our little boy finds the one he wants. Tabs, wheels, and gate-fold pages make for interactive fun!Tim Young’s wacky menagerie of monsters is illustrated in silhouette against brightly colored backgrounds and literally pops off the page in a variety of fun novelty elements.

Begin Smart™ Look at Me!


Begin Smart Books - 2008
    “Handles” at the volume’s edges make it easy for parents to hold up to their face or their child’s face, while generously sized die-cut eye-holes leave vision unhampered. The text simply says, “Look at me!” while introducing the animal and the sound it makes. Babies and toddlers will love roaring like a lion, oinking like a pig, or grrrr-ing like a bear.

Gulliver Snip


Julia Kay - 2008
    Though it's not all smooth sailing for this intrepid explorer. When his ship sinks, Gulliver leaps overboard and makes his way to a deserted island, only to be chased up a tree by a tiger. But now the bathroom is a mess, and Gulliver's mother is none too pleased. By contrasting scenes of Gulliver's fantasy world on one page with his reality on the facing page, newcomer Julia Kay tells a swashbuckling story fit for the youngest adventurer. http: //gulliversnip.com/

The Ultimate Guide to Grandmas Grandpas!


Sally Lloyd-Jones - 2008
    Now here at last is a manual packed with advice, pointers, and helpful hints.For instance, you need to dance for them, sing to them, draw pictures for them, and even hold their hand when they cross the street! It's also very important that sometimes you take a nap with them (so that they're not the only ones).But most importantly, you need to give them lots of hugs and kisses—because that's what grandmas and grandpas like best!This heartwarming how-to picture book is perfect for fans of How to Babysit… series by Jean Reagan.

How High Is the Sky? [With Poster]


Anna Milbourne - 2008
    Joint him and some helpful friends on an amazing journey to find out. Includes 5 foot tall poster.

Mudgy & Millie


Susan Hagen Nipp - 2008
    Children will join in the fun as Mudgy wanders into town in his quest to find Millie, only to discover that she was hiding close by all along.

Do Cows Say Meow?


Moira Butterfield - 2008
    Every full-color illustration has two flaps to lift. One flap answers the question posed on the page, and the second flap hides a funny visual surprise. Each book presents six sets of comical animals with amusing questions for toddlers. In this book, kids find out which animal really does say meow when they lift a pair of flaps on the opening illustration and see cats hiding behind them. As children keep turning pages and lifting flaps, they'll meet goats, sharks, hamsters, bats, and other comical animals. The final page features an extra-large flap with an extra-funny surprise behind it.

DogFish


Gillian Shields - 2008
    Except for one little boy. He has a goldfish. He needs a dog. Mom says, "Why do you need a dog when you have such a nice goldfish?" But goldfish can't catch sticks or go for walks or wag their tails.... Can they? Maybe they can...

Close to You: How Animals Bond


Kimiko Kajikawa - 2008
    A baby kangaroo nestles in its mother's pouch, while a mama alligator carries her baby gently in her mouth. Polar bears cuddle, and penguin parents take turns warming their chicks in the Antarctic winter. Just like people, animals kiss, rub noses, and snuggle.Through endearing pictures and a lyrical text, Kimiko Kajikawa explores the parent-child bonds of animals large and small.

A Horse's Tale: A Colonial Williamsburg Adventure


Susan Lubner - 2008
    Garrick the Gardener’s horse is sad, so the town of Williamsburg rallies to try to cheer him up! Margaret the Milliner sews a counterpane for the horse’s back, and Ben the Blacksmith checks the horseshoes to make sure they aren’t on too tight. The grocer mixes oats and sugar, the apothecary stirs a special brew, and the music teacher even sings a happy song. But nothing lifts the horse’s spirits until they all discover that friendship is the best cure. A fun way for children to learn about life in colonial times, A Horse’s Tale includes a glossary that highlights period words and terms and features the adorable characters first created as plush toys by Merrymakers, Inc. Young readers will take a step back in time to Colonial Williamsburg as they meet a group of friends they will want to make their own.

Chef Creole


Johnette Downing - 2008
    His hair was made of rice, his eyes of red beans, and his feet of beignets. Young readers will delight in this Louisiana picture-book adaptation of the song Aiken Drum.

Mrs. Rosey Posey and the Hidden Treasure


Robin Jones Gunn - 2008
    Rosey Posey slips the Ross, Jacob, and Adam a treasure map while they are playing pirates in her tree house. Their rollicking treasure hunt brings surprises and a lesson about a special treasure. Children love playing at Mrs. Rosey Posey's house because she is always ready for an adventure.

Trucks Go Pop!


Bob Staake - 2008
    Little TruckBig Truck!Silly TruckDig Truck!Trucks of every shape and size come to dimensional life in this bold and innovative new pop-up book, TRUCKS GO POP! From long-armed construction diggers, and roaring fire trucks, to ice-spraying snow plows and speeding Mack trucks, little ones will gasp with delight as they turn each sturdy page and reveal all of their favorite trucks as they pop up and off the pages!Comes with a giant foldout Trucks poster!Bob Staake, winner of the 2006 New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Books Award, brings his signature energy, style and humor to this sturdy, kid-friendly pop-up book -- bound to be a must-have hit with truck-loving kids of every age.

Mary Had a Little Lamp


Jack Lechner - 2008
    Mary has a little lamp that she takes everywhere: to school, the movies, the circus, the zoo, even a wedding. One day Mary heads off to summer camp without her bendy-necked lamp and discovers that life without a lamp isn't so bad! In fact, when Mary returns home, her little lamp stays on her shelf for good. Now what will she find instead?

Pop-Up Noisy Animals


Victoria Harvey - 2008
     Noisy Animals familiarizes young readers with a variety of friendly animals and the sounds they make (quack! woof! meow!).

The Pop-Up Dinosaurs Galore!


Giles Andreae - 2008
    Lift the flaps to find a baby dinosaur hiding on every spread!

Max Celebrates Cinco de Mayo


Adria F. Worsham - 2008
    They are celebrating Cinco de Mayo. Food, music, dancing, and a parade are all part of the celebration.

This Dinosaur is so BIG!


Ladybird Books - 2008
    

Peek-A-Boo Polar Bear and Friends


Francesca Ferri - 2008
    Every one of these new friends play peek-a-boo with Baby. They include a Husky Sled Dog, a Walrus, a Reindeer, a Polar Bear, a Penguin, a Whale, and a Seal. Each bright and cheerful full-page color illustration shows the friendly animal hiding his face, with the question: "Who is hiding?" Swing open the illustration's flap--it shows the animal's hands and arms--and uncover his smiling face to see the answer! In the book's final illustration, it's Baby's turn to see his or her own happy face reflected in a non-breakable mirror. Also available in a Spanish language edition.

I'll Wait in the Car: Dogs Along for the Ride


Marcie Jan Bronstein - 2008
    I'll Wait in the Car: Dogs Along for the Ride memorializes one of dogs' most loyal acts -- patiently waiting for their humans to return. The collection of photos is a celebration of dogs in cars -- their patience, their style, their watchful eye. The moving, striking, tender, and evocative images of sixty dogs and the simple text that illuminates this aspect of their lives will remind readers that dogs are truly devoted companions.

Do You Didgeridoo


Nick Page - 2008
    The story follows a mysterious customer as he tries to find a didgeridoo in Mr Music-man's Marvellous Music Shop. With beautiful illustrations and hilarious rhyming text, children and parents alike will love reading this book again and again.

Dear Dragon's A is for Apple


Margaret Hillert - 2008
    

Never Use a Knife and Fork


Neil Goddard - 2008
    " This outrageous, tongue-in-cheek exploration of mealtime chaos will have children in stitches. Full of mischief and mess, it revels in the fun you can have with food. Squish it, slosh it, squirt it, squeeze it

Begin Smart™ Who Am I?


Sterling Publishing - 2008
    By holding the book up as a mask, parents can take their children to the wonderful world of pretend. When they are able, children will delight in holding each page up to their own faces to ask, “Who am I?”  This book encourages: parent-child playacting, animal recognition, motor skills, learning animal sounds.

The Cleverest Spider


Zdenko Bašić - 2008
    Every time you turn the page, this novelty transforms into something new, thanks to the title character’s cunning.Spider lets us know right from the start that she’s the cleverest ever—“It’s true! I can spin anything that my friends ask me to.” Before long, she’s using her artful web-making skills to make her pals’ wishes come true…and enchant young readers. As she shows off her abilities, the pop-up feature changes from an apple to a dress to a beehive, and on to a tree, ball, umbrella, and vase.But Spider saves the best, most brilliant thing for last: a giant rainbow!

Have You Ever Heard a Giraffe Laugh?


Jamie Edis - 2008
    It is a gorgeous book to share with the very youngest of children. (Ages 3-6)

There's a Cow Under My Bed!


Valerie Sherrard - 2008
    A cow licks his head every night, and that's just for starters. He's also had ants in his pants and a frog in his throguh, but try as he might, he can't seem to find them. Even so, he knows they're there. How? Because his mother tells him so!

How Do I Kiss You?


Heidi R. Weimer - 2008
    From tender butterfly and cuddly koala kisses to funky monkey kisses, there is a special kiss for all occasions that is sure to delight your child and make him or her feel special. With whimsical illustrations and charming rhymes, this book captures those memorable moments when the family members shower their young children with playful animal kisses. This is the perfect snuggling-up book sure to please both parents and young children.

Mimi


Carol Baicker-McKee - 2008
    Young readers can spend a day with Mimi as she goes to preschool, plays with friends, and spends time with her family--all the while searching for Frank, who seems to have been lost along the way...Adorable 3-D art distinguishes the book, which is sure to be a natural read at naptime, bedtime, and story hour.

No voy a dormir = I'm Not Going To Sleep


Christiane Gribel - 2008
    Everyone can identify with the little girl who has to go to bed, but insists that she is not sleepy. Amusing illustrations show how everything looks smaller and smaller as her eyelids droop and she drifts off to sleep.

Babies


David Bedford - 2008
    . . lift the flap . . . born to run. Meerkat babies . . . lift the flap . . . soak up the sun. Exploring the relationship between a baby animal and its species’ characteristics, Babies is a loving and unconventional look at baby animals . . . of all shapes and sizes.

Doggone Dogs!


Karen Beaumont - 2008
    But when our lovable pups get nabbed by the Super Duper Pooper Scooper Pet Patrol? Well, you'll just have to read it to find out what happens next. Karen Beaumont's swift, bouncy counting text and David Catrow's singular knack for creating mischievous, lovable, and delightfully ungainly dogs make this an exuberant and satisfying read-aloud. Kids of all ages are sure to have it on heavy rotation.

Opposites: Open and Closed


Luana K. Mitten - 2008
    Opposites Are Taught Through Examples Such As Open And Closed.

At the Zoo


Trish Byrnes - 2008
    

Guess Who Stings


Dana Meachen Rau - 2008
    Following a guessing game format, this book provides young readers with clues about a honeybee's physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitats, challenging readers to identify it.

Farmer Dillo Counts His Chickens


Jesse Adams - 2008
    But to his surprise, the door of the coop is open, and the chickens are gone! Follow Farmer Dillo from fields to woods to his own front porch as he searches for each cleverly camouflaged chicken. Farmer Dillo Counts His Chickens gives you the opportunity to teach your pre-reader about counting.

Miss Llewellyn-Jones


Elaine Forrestal - 2008
    She loses jeans, tops, socks, knickers but when she hangs out Teddy, things take a surprising turn. With its delightfully rhythmic text and gorgeous, quirky illustrations, this colorful picture book is one that young children will want to read again and again. (Ages 3-6)

The Friendly Monsters


Marcus Pfister - 2008
    A spectacular monster pop-up picture book that reassures children about the monsters in their closets and under their beds, by the beloved creator of The Rainbow Fish.

Whose Tongue Is This?


Joanne Randolph - 2008
    Simple text challenges young readers to identify animals based on images and descriptions of their tongues.

EyeLike: Opposites


Play Bac - 2008
    Each eye-catching spread explores the uniqueness of being unalike!  As hot as a volcano or as cold as an iceberg; as heavy as a hippo or as light as a petal; whether big or small, short or tall, children will be happy to discover the wonderful world of opposites!Give your children books to build basic skills and stimulate a love of reading that will last a lifetime. Inspired by nature, this best-selling series is a fun, innovative way for kids to see, learn, and grow. Colors, Numbers, Shapes, and more, come alive in 32 full-color spreads loaded with bold, eye-catching photographs. Nature can be an excellent teacher!

Starry Night, Sleep Tight: A Bedtime Book of Lullabies


Gail Yerrill - 2008
    This enchanting collection is beautifully illustrated with serene nighttime colors and tones with glitter accents on the cover and throughout.

Some Babies Are Wild


Marion Dane Bauer - 2008
    Adorable photographs by nationally renowned wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela are coupled with heartwarming text by award-winning author Marion Dane Bauer. Stan and Marion's first book together won a Mom's Choice Award for Most Outstanding Children's Book. The duo has once again captured that magic.

Donde Estoy?


Gabriela Rubio Márquez - 2008
    The color ofthe text varies to match the different animals.

My Dad!


Chae Strathie - 2008
    But Dad always knows when to stop with stories and tell the truth. This is a warm and comforting story from Jacqueline East, the illustrator of "Cuddle!" and "That's When I'm Happy".

Spot's Noisy Tractor


Eric Hill - 2008
    Spot loves to help his dad on the farm and ride on the big tractor. Each page features a lift-the-flap, plus there’s a big, bold pop-up tractor at the end. Best of all, a push-button cut through every page triggers a rumbling tractor sound! Full of noises and fun, it’s sure to be a hit with young children everywhere.

Mama Mine, Mama Mine


Rita Gray - 2008
    Mama Sheep needs to have her wool shorn in the barn. And the human mama must do chores around the farm. But every mama on the farm comes home to her babies when her job is done, always repeating to her little ones, “I’ll come back, come back to you.” A sweet and reassuring book, perfect for working moms and anxious toddlers, featuring a farm full of adorable baby animals.

Five Little Ducks!


Beth Harwood - 2008
    Colorful illustrations and interactive touch-and-feel elements accompany this beloved nursery rhyme, which teaches young children counting skills as it entertains.

Amazing, Fuzzy, Furry Wild Baby Animals


Dawn Sirett - 2008
    Then see the book come to life as your pre-schooler lifts the six colourful wild animals off the pages and plays – when playtime is over, pop them back for another day.Touch-and-feel pop-out pieces encourage recognition of colours, matching skills, and manual dexterity in young children – sensory learning at its very best.

Simms Taback's Safari Animals


Simms Taback - 2008
    Here's a book that's also a guessing game! Turn the page for your first clue: "I have a huge mane." Open the flap and you'll see another: "I can roar." Open one more, and you'll see the answer to the riddle: "It's a lion!" In this colorful book of safari animals, the award-winning art of Simms Taback becomes a fun, interactive guessing game.

Shake & Shout: 16 Noisy, Lively Story Programs


Reid, Rob - 2008
    In Shake and Shout, each story program lesson plan begins with a movement or sound effects song that is matched to picture books and traditional activities.

Guess What I'm Doing?


Liesbet Slegers - 2008
    Colorful and vivid illustrations depict a toddler's point of view in these educational books that teach children about different concepts through riddles and by lifttheflap features.

Begin Smart™ Quack! Quack!


Begin Smart Books - 2008
    The shiny embossed and laminated pictures of animals seem to jump from the page, inviting babies to reach out and touch. As they become more familiar with the book, children will enjoy imitating the sounds each friendly creature makes.

I Love Korky


Cristiano Sorrentino - 2008
    He's the puppy of every kid's dreams, inspired by Cristiano's own pet: mischievously chasing toys, chewing shoes, and making a mess. (That's what Korky does best.) Of course, he's also tops at kissing the nose of his young owner when the boy feels sad.Big, bright pictures capture the adorably roly-poly pup playing with a ball, surrounded by soft toys, rainbow-covered in paint, and--best of all--in his best friend's arms getting a nice, warm hug. Kids will read this wonderful tale of mischief and puppy love again and again.

Cherry Blossom Friends


Corkey Hay DeSimone - 2008
    It teaches kids about the Cherry Blossoms and all the gifts that come with the cherry trees: animals, fresh air and friendship (between two countries). The books teaches not only the history of the Cherry Blossoms, but engages the kids with fun riddles about the animals that live in the Washington area and among the cherry trees. It also offers lots of information on the monuments around the National Mall with relation to the cherry trees. A great sneak peak into the Cherry Blossoms and Washington DC, tailored especially to kids!

Monkey Bright Blue Bottom


Steve Smallman - 2008
    The monkey decides to take matters into his own hands, gleefully applying colorful stripes, spots & squares to napping animals. For ages 3-7.

Big Red Hen and the Little Lost Egg


Margaret Wild - 2008
    

The Silly Family


Katherine Pebley O'Neal - 2008
    But in the end, it is their silly behavior that teaches the congregation that a joyful heart makes a cheery face.

The Bunny Ball


David Steinberg - 2008
    It saw that boingy bunny and what could it do? BIP-BOP BOING-ALONG, now there were two! Colorful bunnies are bouncing and having a ball! You’ve never seen such a bright, multicolored group of hopping fuzz balls. Bounce along with the bunnies and the bouncy text in this board book with glitter flocking on the cover and shiny spots on every page!

Batty About Texas


J. Jaye Smith - 2008
    With Bo as a guide, readers learn that Mexican free-tailed bats do not just live in Mexico but also across the Lone Star State and that there are 32 different kinds of bats in Texas, more than in any other state in the country!

Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Chinese New Year: With Fireworks, Dragons, and Lanterns


Carolyn B. Otto - 2008
    As China takes its new place on the global stage, understanding Chinese culture and values becomes ever more essential to our next generation.For two joyous weeks red is all around. The color represents luck and happiness. Children receive money wrapped in red paper, and friends and loved ones exchange poems written on red paper. The Chinese New Year is also an opportunity to remember ancestors, and to wish peace and happiness to friends and family. The holiday ends with the Festival of Lanterns, as many large communities stage the famous Dragon Dance. Fireworks, parades, lanterns, presents, and feasts: these are some of the joys experienced by all who observe Chinese New Year.Celebrate Chinese New Year is the latest, timely addition to National Geographic’s popular Holidays Around the World series. With 25 colorful images and a simple, educational text, the book is a lively invitation to revel in this child-friendly, national and international holiday. Carolyn Otto brings the historical and cultural aspects of the Chinese New Year into focus, and young readers experience the full flavor of an event celebrated by over a billion people in China, and countless others worldwide.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

The Flood


Nigel Gray - 2008
    She ends up with dogs in the kitchen, pigs in the laundry, cows in the dining room, sheep in the sitting room and hens that lay eggs in all sorts of surprising places. When the water recedes she sends them all back outside... but not for long. A delightful story about finding companionship in unlikely places.Children’s Book Council Notable Book 2009.

Cinco de Mayo: Celebrating the Traditions of Mexico


Diane Hoyt-Goldsmith - 2008
    But what exactly is Cinco de Mayo? Although many people think May fifth marks Mexico's independence, the holiday is actually the anniversary of a decisive battle against foreign occupiers. Today, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated by many. Follow Rosa, a vivacious Mexican-American girl from California, as she learns about he heritage and celebrates the holiday with her family, friends, and community.

Green


J. Jean Robertson - 2008
    This book engages early learners by using short, simple language. Designed to be child-friendly, this 16-page early learning resource features round corners, board book binding, and a UV varnish finish for easy clean up.Each board book measures 6" x 6".

I'm Still Awake, Still!


Elizabeth Honey - 2008
    And at bedtime he’s still wide awake. When  little Fiddy can’t get to sleep, his family, the animals, the flowers, and the big friendly bear all help him discover the world around him and the calm of sleep. The songs that children and adults are sure to adore are paired with a richly illustrated story about a little boy exploring the world at bedtime. Listen to the story with the songs, or settle down for musical enchantment with eight timeless new lullabies, guaranteed to leave children feeling happy and at home in the world.

Loose Tooth (Pebble Plus)


Mari Schuh - 2008
    Text, photographs, and diagrams present information about having a loose tooth, including how they feel and how to take care of all teeth properly.

Crocodiles Play


Robert Heidbreder - 2008
    From basketball to baseball, ping pong to hide and seek, 'Crocodiles Play' looks at the games that a group of silly, active crocodiles like to play.

A Box Full of Tales: Easy Ways to Share Library Resources Through Story Boxes


Kathy MacMillan - 2008
    It includes step-by-step instructions from concept through implementation and is supplemented by programming tips.

Don't Worry Bear


Greg E. Foley - 2008
    When Caterpillar tells Bear that he is making a cocoon, Bear is worried. Will Caterpillar be safe? Will he be warm? Will he stay dry? Throughout the long winter, Caterpillar reassures him that all is fine. But the day comes when Caterpillar's cocoon is empty and Bear begins worrying all over again. Until a beautiful silk moth lands on his paw. "Don't worry, Bear," he says. "I'm right here." Incredibly touching in its simplicity, Don't Worry Bear reveals the very heart of friendship.

Dancing with Grandma


Rosemary Mastnak - 2008
    A beautiful new picture book that captures the special and playful bond between grandmothers and their granddaughters. When little Anya dresses up, she and her Grandma dance their way around the house. This enchanting story full of warmth and joy captures those precious, playful moments that bond children and their grandparents.

Evil Weasel


Hannah Shaw - 2008
    His mean schemes and cunning tricks have made him richer than you can possibly imagine. But they have also upset his friends. So when Weasel throws a big party to show off his amazing castle, fast car and money-filled swimming pool, none of his guests turn up!Weasel is horrified to discover that he's bad at being a friend and sets out to put things right. But can he convince his friends that he's truly sorry? And will he really learn the error of his ways and stop being evil altogether?