That, and eat eggs. But when his hard-boiled goose eggs turn out to be real, live goslings, he starts to lose his appetite. And even worse, the goslings are convinced he's their mother. Bruce tries to get the geese to go south, but he can't seem to rid himself of his new companions. What's a bear to do?

    There will be cats and dogs and fish, but strictly no elephants are allowed. The Pet Club doesn’t understand that pets come in all shapes and sizes, just like friends. Now it is time for a boy and his tiny pet elephant to show them what it means to be a true friend.Imaginative and lyrical, this sweet story captures the magic of friendship and the joy of having a pet.

    Yoga has the power of transformation. Not only does it strengthen bodies and calm minds, but with a little imagination, it can show us that anything is possible. New York Times bestselling illustrator Peter H. Reynolds teams up with author and certified Yoga instructor Susan Verde in this book about creativity and the power of self-expression. I Am Yoga encourages children to explore the world of Yoga and make room in their hearts for the world beyond it.

    Kadir Nelson, acclaimed author of Baby Bear and winner of the Caldecott Honor and the Coretta Scott King Author and Illustrator Awards, presents a resonant, gently humorous story about the power of even the smallest acts and the rewards of compassion and generosity.With spare text and breathtaking oil paintings, If You Plant a Seed demonstrates not only the process of planting and growing for young children but also how a seed of kindness can bear sweet fruit.

    Created by the founder of the celebrated Kid Power Yoga program. The birds are flying back now To their homes in the trees. The ladybugs settle softly, Between the butterflies and the bees . . . This bedtime story is so much more than a story. It's a practice for kids and parents to end the day in a calming, mindful way. Turn the page and stretch like a tree, settle softly like a ladybug, float like a cloud, and you'll be dreaming soon. The sun in the sky is going down. And the clouds float by. You'll be dreaming soon.

    even if you don't have sparkles.Thelma dreams of being a glamorous unicorn. Then in a rare pink and glitter-filled moment of fate, Thelma's wish comes true.She rises to instant international stardom, but at an unexpected cost. After a while, Thelma realizes that she was happier as her ordinary, sparkle-free self. So she ditches her horn, scrubs off her sparkles, and returns home, where her best friend is waiting for her with a hug.From award-winning author Aaron Blabey comes this joyful book about learning to love who you are...even if you don't have sparkles

    (A good one.)Step Two: Find a reading buddy. (Someone nice.)Step Three: Find a reading spot. (Couches are cozy.)Now: Begin.Accomplished storytellers Kate Messner and Mark Siegel chronicle the process of becoming a reader: from pulling a book off the shelf and finding someone with whom to share a story, to reading aloud, predicting what will happen, and—finally—coming to The End. This picture book playfully and movingly illustrates the idea that the reader who discovers the love of reading finds, at the end, the beginning.

    A new brother takes getting used to, and when (in a twist of fate) it's Wolfie who's threatened, can Dot save the day?

    No matter your size, shape, or pedigree--if you love each other, you are a family!Moms, dads, sisters, brothers — and even Great Aunt Sue — appear in dozens of combinations, demonstrating all kinds of nontraditional families! Silly animals are cleverly depicted in framed portraits, and offer a warm celebration of family love.

    Step one: don’t wake the farmer! You may really, really want to, but that’s the rooster’s job. Of course, if you do wake the farmer, you might just get a biscuit. . . . Full of hilarious dog logic, Ragweed’s Farm Dog Handbook explores the pitfalls—and opportunities!—of a dog’s life on the farm. Readers will love being in on the joke as Ragweed breaks all his own rules, collecting biscuits as he goes.

    Mouse tries all kinds of tactics to move the pesky Bear but nothing works and poor Mouse gives up. Once Mouse has gone, Bear gets up and walks home. But what's that? Is that a Mouse in Bear's house?!

    While getting ready for a bath one evening, a little boy gets stuck in his clothes. He panics and starts to fear what life would be like if he never got unstuck. How will he play outside? How will he stop the cat from tickling his tummy? It’s good thing that Mom is around to help. But when it’s time to put on his pajamas, the boy finds himself with a whole new problem . . .   This fresh, laugh-out-loud funny picture book shows a young boy’s feelings of frustration—and his determination to do things himself. With this whimsical and highly original tale, young readers can imagine what life would be like if they got stuck in their clothes but still kept on going . . .

    With clever peekaboo holes throughout, each page reveals a new set of animals playing and living in the tree—baby bears frolicking in the spring, bees buzzing around apples in the summer, squirrels storing nuts in the fall, and finally the lone owl keeping warm during the winter chill—until another year begins. . . .   Children will love seeing a new set of animals appear and then disappear as each page is turned, and along the way they’ll learn about the seasons and how a forest and its inhabitants change throughout the year."Ideal for sharing up close, where little ones can get a good look at the pictures, this gentle, easy-to-memorize story of the seasons is a great fit for bedtime."—Booklist

    Would you like a banana?’ ‘What’s wrong with you, Brian? You’re a piranha.’ Brian loves bananas. Trouble is, Brian’s a piranha. And his friends aren’t happy about his fondness for fruit...

    Includes die-cut mask holes.

    . . . A sly classic-in-the-making for fans of Jon Klassen, Peter Brown, and Mo Willems. By now I think you know what happened to your sandwich. But you may not know how it happened.So let me tell you.It all started with the bear . . .   So begins Julia Sarcone-Roach’s delicious tale of a bear, lost in the city, who happens upon an unattended sandwich in the park. The bear’s journey from forest to city and back home again is full of happy accidents, funny encounters, and sensory delights. The story is so engrossing, it’s not until the very end that we begin to suspect this is a TALL tale.   The wonderfully told story, spectacular illustrations, and surprise ending make this Julia Sarcone-Roach’s best book to date. You’ll want to share it with your friends (and keep a close eye on your lunch).

    Using classic examples, Megan asks kids to think about why the trim size of Ludwig Bemelman's Madeline is so generous, or why the typeset in David Wiesner's Caldecott winner,The Three Pigs, appears to twist around the page, or why books like Chris Van Allsburg's The Polar Express and Eric Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar are printed landscape instead of portrait. The dynamic discussions that result from this shared reading style range from the profound to the hilarious and will inspire adults to make children's responses to text, art, and design an essential part of storytime.

    Sing along to the free downloadable song by the dynamic Musical Robot team, then turn the pages as David Carter's clever pop-ups show the robot characters going through all of the call-out movements, from clapping hands to shooting laser beams out of your eyes!Includes:- A free downloadable song from the Musical Robot team!- Pull-tabs, turn-wheels, and pop-ups!- Eye-catching foil cover!

    Whether it’s Crocodile's toothy grin or Kangaroo’s huge feet or Leopard’s spottiness, each animal is different. Wouldn’t it be dull if all the animals at the zoo—and all the people in the world—looked alike? A joyful picture-book celebration of everything that makes us individuals!

    A perfect book for teaching about diverse cultures and lifestyles through rich pictures and words, moving from the wide world to the snugness of home and back out again.

    When he reads a story, his imagination catches fire! Unfortunately…so does his book.Fire breath is great for roasting marshmallows, but it’s not so great for reading. Duncan just wants to get to those two wonderful words, like the last sip of a chocolate milk shake: The End. Will he ever find out how the story ends?This bright, warm tale champions determination, friendship, and a love for books. And milk shakes!

    . . HIC! . . . hiccups. It all started last week on chili night. Since then he's tried everything to get rid of them, but nothing—HIC!—works. So when his friend Franklin suggests that a good scare might do the trick, Little Penguin is willing to give it a try . . . all he needs is a little help from YOU!Can you help Little Penguin . . . HIC! . . . cure his hiccups?

    But Sam isn't just any new friend: he's a blue whale, and he can't find his way home! Returning Sam to the sea is hard work, but Tim is determined to help. After all, it's not every day you meet a new friend!This picture book about the power of friendship by new talent Cale Atkinson is brought to life by charming, dynamic illustrations.

    They plop. They patter. They spatter. And in the process, they make the whole world feel fresh and new and clean. In this gorgeously photo-illustrated nonfiction picture book, celebrated author April Pulley Sayre sheds new light on the wonders of rain, from the beauty of a raindrop balanced on a leaf to the amazing, never-ending water cycle that keeps our planet in perfect ecological balance.

    His ability to appear “stinky” and “inky,” or “caring” and “daring,” oftentimes lands him in compromising contexts. Fortunately, he doesn’t seem to mind. Surprising novelty features such as gold foil stamping and flocking enhance this unique, gifty, high-design concept board book.

    She believes that the sky is the limit and that everything is possible. But her sisters aren't convinced—and when Tina tells them she has climbed a tree and met a dragon, they decide that her nonsense has gone too far. Off they go into the woods to find her…and soon discover a world of surprises!

    And when they're gone, how he misses them.With bright illustrations and a simple text, this is the most fun type of read-aloud and one that mirrors most every toddler's emotional life."A diplomatic exploration of loving not wisely, but too well." —Publishers Weekly"The madcap action that will have [children] laughing with delight and asking for the book again." —School Library JournalBunnies!!!, by Tickle Monster illustrator Kevan Atteberry, is perfect for fans of Mo Willems and Sandra Boynton.

    But, before long, the friends' interest in the toys wanes and their attention turns to the boxes themselves. What could they do with SO many boxes, they wonder?This inspiring and charming novelty book with flaps and fold-out pages celebrates creative possibility.

    Exploring the loving relationship between one little owl and his mommy, this beautifully designed, padded picture book is certain to become a bedtime favorite.

    The unexpectedness of vegetables in their unmentionables is enough to draw giggles, but the pride with which the “big kid” attire is flaunted in front of the baby carrots in diapers will tickle readers of all ages. With rhyming text that begs to be chanted aloud and art that looks good enough to eat, this vibrant story will encourage preschoolers to celebrate having left those diapers behind!

    Winifred constructs clever traps, but nothing stops these crafty creatures. What's a girl to do? (Hint: Monsters HATE kisses!) The delightfully sweet ending will have every kid—and little monster—begging for an encore.

    Not a peep. Three little robots are... BEEP! BEEP!When his three rambunctious robots give every possible excuse not to go to sleep, what's a little boy to do? With a fun refrain that will have readers of all ages chanting along, here's a book that kids will be begging to read every night before bed.

    Will he make it to Granny's house safely? With ingenious changing pictures and playful rhyming text, Who's There? Beware! is sure to become a firm bedtime favourite.

    A cat, perhaps. Or a rabbit. An owl? But when a hungry wolf arrives—a wolf who HATES eating frogs—our hero decides that maybe being himself isn’t so bad after all.

    With fun rhymes and bright illustrations, kids are sure to enjoy reading and wearing this book. Includes die-cut mask holes.

    Refe and Susan Tuma take this wonder several steps further in What the Dinosaurs Did Last Night.Every November, writer and social media master Refe Tuma and his wife, Susan, work into the night to bring their four children scenes from the secret lives of their toys—specifically the nighttime antics of their plastic dinosaurs. The dinosaurs wreck bathrooms, destroy vases, rock out, encounter terrifying hot irons, even do the dishes with hilarious, magical results. Each scene is photographed in meticulous detail, letting viewers joyfully suspend disbelief and think to themselves—just LOOK what the dinosaurs did last night!

    Each child-tested art activity is grouped into engaging action categories including:Smacking • Squeezing • Tapping Rolling • Spinning • Swinging Blowing • Exploding • Smooshing Tools • Toys • Utensils Up • Down • All AroundFull color photographs highlight all activities including painting, photography, collage and sculpture, each with helpful icons indicating levels for both children and adults. Action Art experiences are built on the knowledge that art for children is a creative process and not just a finished product. MaryAnn Kohl is famous around the world for encouraging children to experience creative art exploration best known as “process art”.Action Art offers 5 chapters of exciting and adventurous creative art activities, all with surprise outcomes, including – Blowing Glitter, Dancing Blottos, Bubble Wrap, Boot Walk, Clear Color Squish

    Includes die-cut mask holes.

    Look. I think it is tired. All the little animals yawn. And the little kid? Does the little kid yawn too? You’ll find out as you lift-the-flaps in this surprising book.A sleepytime book filled with tired animals and friendly flaps from the author-illustrator of the Oppenheim Gold Award winner Whose Hat is That?

    But these pictures were so "unbearably adorable" (The Daily Mail) and "utterly charming" (The Huffington Post) that it quickly became much, much more.By faithfully recording and sharing what Good Morning America calls "the most mesmerizing naps ever caught on camera," Jessica Shyba and her family captured the hearts of people all over the world, and these beautiful images of friendship and trust have become an international viral sensation.

    As they grow, their clever skin does too, enjoying hugs and tickles, protecting them inside and out, and making them one of a kind. Fran Manushkin’s rollicking text and Lauren Tobia’s delicious illustrations paint a breezy and irresistible picture of the human family—and how wonderful it is to be just who you are.

    Is he paddling through the pond? No, that's Silky Swan! Children will love pushing out the sturdy sliders on each page of this board book until they find Hoppity Frog!

    Sun agrees, but only if first Moon takes a careful look at his night, before making his final decision. Follow Moon as he travels through the dark discovering enchanting animals and scenes unique to the nighttime, foxes hunting, children dreaming, lamplighters, and fireflies. Will Moon still wish to change places in the sky? Or will he realize the beauty of what he already has? Fine details amidst bright bold mixed-media illustrations will capture readers of all ages in this story of discovery and appreciation.

    Now everyone wants a taste of her cooking! Before long, Molly’s making meals for people in her street, suburb and then people in other cities and even other countries.But when an unexpected accident means Molly can’t cook, it’s time for Molly to accept kindness in return from her neighbours. A fun and entertaining story about food, neighbours and kindness.

    Challenged by the ever-changing ocean, Indi shows how patience and persistence pay off in pursuit of the ultimate surfing goal. Readers will cheer when she gets her reward--a transcendent ride for Indi when she finally catches her wave.

    She has the hiccups, and they won't let her sleep. Under the dawning African sun, she walks around her lakebed home and asks for help from an assortment of animal neighbors. Monkeys, a zebra, an elephant, a lion, and an aardvark are just some of the animals that share their own special cures for the hiccups. The delightful illustrations, upbeat rhymes and funny content make this an excellent read-aloud for the whole family. More than fun, it is also educational. The 10 species depicted in this book really do live together in Africa. Better still, the animals' cures are all true-to-life habits particular to each one, so the rhymes help kids learn. To top it off, there are two informative pages at the end of the book. For example (**Spoiler Alert**) baby hippo finally finds relief after walking full circle and back to her mother. In addition to being heartwarming, it's also true. Mother and daughter hippos form strong social bonds among these otherwise anti-social animals. The animals in this book are: hippopotamuses, vervet monkeys, a plains zebra, an African elephant, a cheetah, warthogs, a giraffe, a lion, an aardvark, and crested porcupines. It's a great chance to add some new animals to your child's mental zoo. Everyone knows elephants and lions, but aardvarks and crested porcupines? Here's the verse about the aardvark: Silly, stringy, sticky licker,Aardvark's tongue delves deep inside."A termite mound stops hiccups quickerThan any other cure I've tried."

    First she needs something to drink, to read a story…or three, and to check for monsters under the bed. When her parents finally say good night, she hears a noise: Quackers! Quackers!Luckily, it’s just her toy duck, who needs some crackers. Maddie quickly tries to get him to go to sleep. But she soon discovers that may not be as easy as she thinks. And he isn’t the only one of her toys who might not quite be ready for bedtime.…

    It is also the night monsters roam, and they show up in the most unexpected places.

    Toby doesn't think he likes his new school at all - it smells of ogres and he's lonely. He looks and looks for friends but he can't find any anywhere. He finds an alien, a mermaid, a dinosaur expert and a pirate, but no friends! When his mum comes to pick him up he tells her the sad news - but if he didn't make any friends then who is in the playground waving at him..? Rebecca Elliott's charming Toby books help children deal with new and unfamiliar circumstances. In Mr Super Poopy Pants, Toby got used to the idea of having a new baby brother; in Missing Jack he had to come to terms with the death of his pet cat. Now Rebecca is showing that going to school isn't quite as scary as you might think, using her unique sense of humour and style to create a warm and comforting picture book, which is quirky and funny at the same time.

    Their favorite game is hide and seek. But when the moon disappears one evening and cannot be found, Mae wonders what happened and begins to worry. Determined to find her glowing friend, Mae takes matters into her own hands and sets off on a wonderful and curious voyage through her imagination.This charming book, beautifullyillustrated in soft moonlit hues, will capture the hearts of moon gazers everywhere."

    Where has she gone? Is she hiding under a shell? No, that's Top-Hat Tortoise! Is she munching on the leaves? No, that's Curly Caterpillar! Children will love pushing out the sturdy sliders on each page of this board book until they find Flutterby Butterfly!

    A trip to the doctor is in order - and with a little help from Duck, Sarah is on the mend in no time. Fans of Sarah and Duck will love this quirky take on being ill and visiting the doctor.

    It s Halloween, and you are the special guest at a haunted house celebration party provided you pass the test that the silly ghosts, skeletons, witches and spiders have in store! This Not-Too-Spooky Pop-Up Book springs to life in six whimsical spreads with movable scenes, interactive elements, and a new surprise on every page."

    From getting in the bath and putting on PJs to brushing teeth and reading a story, Time for Bed, Daddy flips the fun on bedtime, celebrating the special relationship that fathers share with their children.

    They might pretend to be falling leaves, firefighters going to a rescue call, or baby birds in spring. Each page includes a poem, plus information on how to use the rhymes to promote movement and imaginative play. Smiles & Wiggles is a book for teachers, as well as parents. Whether you have kids in a classroom or in a living room, you can use these action rhymes to get young ones moving, imagining, and learning. Organized like a typical school year, the book offers poems for every season, and there's a special section for anytime fun! Perfect for children ages preschool-1st grade.

    He knows making something from the heart is a very special way to say “I love you!” Little ones and their fathers will delight in reading this adorable book made for sharing. Look for the companion title, I Love You, Mom. © 2015 The Fred Rogers Company

    Along the way we find cunning insects hidden in the grass, inchworms munching their way through a jungle of leaves, and a floral paradise where the newly hatched butterfly makes its home. Intricately constructed with the dazzling color and delicate details that have become UG's trademark, this book also tells young readers one of nature's most basic stories.

    The snake bakes a cake, and the pheasants wrap some presents. But who is ready to party?With playful illustrations, funny puns, and rhymes about a crew of critters bringing down the house, this energetic and adorable story from the rock star creator of Baby Loves to Rock! and Baby Loves to Boogie! is sure to please party animals of all ages!

    They have plenty of space and plenty of love, but will the Moms and their children be able to manage their ever expanding animal family? A fun and lively book with delightful illustrations that presents a same sex family in a positive way. A fantastic read for children from lgbt families and adopted children. This story complements other books that present families in a more traditional light. Two Mums and a Menagerie is a great resource for schools and educationalists who want to broaden perspectives on the different types of loving families that exist today.

    Too much snow can sometimes cause problems, and in time it turns to dirty gray slush. But in the end, nothing can diminish a child’s love of snow!

    Fresh art and rhyming text will inspire both children and adults to get up and move during the cold winter days!“Move like Santa’s reindeer,Hop in a graceful prance.Then twirl and spin and shakeTo do the reindeer dance!”[back cover]

    There's a wheel to turn on the final spread, where the child can match vehicles to colours, for extra interactive learning and fun. By the FL star of vehicles books and all things on wheels - Susan Steggall.

    

    Is a starfish really a fish? Can a hippo get sunburnt? Are Chihuahuas related to wolves? Test your truth-finding skills in Lie Detector: Animals and uncover some incredible animal facts (and fibs) in this fun, interactive book.

    Did T-rex have really good breath? Were Brachiosaurus and Triceratops fierce enemies? Did some dinos gobble up rocks? Test your truth-finding skills in Lie Detector: Dinosaurs and uncover some incredible dinosaur facts (and fibs) in this fun, interactive book.

    Her cut-paper illustrations, story-like text, and features such as sidebars, fun facts, and a glossary dazzle and delight.

    Whimsical art adds to the flip side fun.

         The toddler is filled with glee as he tackles each new challenge, while the dad faces his day with a a more grown-up combination of perseverance and resignation--yet he finds himself inspired by his son's open-hearted optimism. Spreads alternate between perspectives--the little boy's excitement at driving his toy car around compared with his father trying to navigate traffic, for example. The tension is resolved by a transcendent final spread that shows what makes it all worthwhile. In its unvarnished yet loving acceptance of the travails of being a working parent, Just Like Daddy is a perfect Father's Day gift for today's dads.

    What a good idea! Let's go with Igglepiggle as he gives each of his friends a hug. This beautiful picture book features Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and all your other favourites from In the Night Garden. It's the perfect bedtime read for little fans of the show.

    

    And now here comes a whole army of monsters, on broomsticks, buses, and bikes, all clamoring in the darkness. What is it they want? Are they coming for you?This humorous, creative story is the perfect Halloween adventure for children and parents to share.

    Who's lying in the yellow grass with peeking, watchful eyes? It's Lion who's about to pounce, to little Snake's surprise! Lift the flaps to discover which snippy-snappy jungle animals are popping off the pages!

    Just who IS this critter who has landed in their home? She sort of looks like them, except for her big, goggly eyes and her arm flaps. And she always wants to sleep during the day instead of at night, when the red squirrels sleep. But it's a good thing this misfit stays awake at night, as the red squirrels soon discover…(Picturebook for ages 3 and up.)

    But when she opens the gate, there are no butterflies. Determined to lure the butterflies in, the girl inspires her entire town to help her. And with their combined efforts, soon the butterflies -- and the girl -- feel right at home. Elly MacKay's luminous paper-cut illustrations and enchanting story encourage community, friendship, and wonderment in the beauty of everyday life. Free poster on reverse side of book jacket.

    Other animals hibernate. Winter is here! Celebrate the season with lovely photos and a simple design that beautifully support early readers.

    Includes information on habitat, behavior, life cycle, and threats to these amazing creatures.

    Children will delight in discovering where the next kiss lands in this celebration of love and play. Read aloud and watch the kisses jump off the page and into the hearts of the whole family. Gorgeous rhyming text makes this the perfect bedtime story.

    Do adults really have more bones than babies? Can your brain really make enought electricity to power a light bulb? Are humans and apes really similar? Test your truth-finding skills in Lie Detector: Human Body and uncover some incredible human body facts (and fibs) in this fun, interactive book.

    What kinds of experiences do toes have? What places do one's toes take them? On an island one can expect plenty of moving toes. From Snorkeling toes, to wheelchair toes, and even strap-in-between toes! Just how many toes can there be?

    Making connections between images on a page and the real world is an important building block for your baby’s communication skills—and this charming introduction to ten ocean animal friends, paired with a friendly text, and bold basic patterns, provide a great high-contrast experience for young developing eyes.Selected by the NYPL Summer Reading Challenge 2017.

    Award-winning author/illustrator Caroline Arnold details one full day of animal activity in a deciduous forest habitat, using her cut-paper illustrations, story-like text, and features such as sidebars, fun facts, and a glossary.

    Kids learn to see their food as more than just taste, learning things like which foods will make you sleepy, how to tell if you're hungry or full, and why our bodies need nutrition. Teach your kids the basics about proteins, taste buds, antioxidants, and more food facts with Are You What You Eat? Because nutritional information is presented through quizzes, questions, facts, and pictures, children are eager to learn from Are You What You Eat? They'll be guided through food facts, how the digestive system works, and how to make smart choices about food and nutrition. Are You What You Eat? may even help picky eaters become a little more adventurous come meal time.

    A celebration of cultural diversity, each poem appears in its original language (19 languages are included) next to an English translation so young children can delight in quirky, touching and funny verses from all over the world.

    He puts on his red boots and his red coat, pulls on his goggles, and heads out for an adventure. He splashes around the yard, jumps in puddles, and gets tickled by worms. But when Malcolm’s done playing he runs right through the mud and right through the sand—and right through the house! Mom’s not impressed. How is this silly boy going to fix his mess?Rich Farr’s energetic illustrations add the perfect touch of whimsy to Paige Feurer’s simple yet lively text. And Then It Rained on Malcolm is the perfect read-aloud book for even the squirmiest kids and is sure to get everyone giggling over Malcolm’s silly antics and his clever thinking. Enthusiastic lovers of Malcolm’s adventure might plead for permission to go outside the next time it rains—and even if they race through the house with muddy boots and dripping raincoats afterwards they’ll know how to clean up the mess!Sky Pony Press, with our Good Books, Racehorse and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of books for young readers—picture books for small children, chapter books, books for middle grade readers, and novels for young adults. Our list includes bestsellers for children who love to play Minecraft; stories told with LEGO bricks; books that teach lessons about tolerance, patience, and the environment, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

    I Love Hugs features fun facts and adorable photographs. It's time to cuddle up and feel the love. This endearing book looks at hugs between animals, ranging from enormous elephants to mini macaques, from hugs to stay safe to cuddles for warmth. Cute photographs and easy-to-read text make this perfect for young readers. Offers the chance for parents and children to cuddle up together, and explore the subject of human interaction using the lovable animals as examples.

    Learn what they eat and how they survive in the big ocean.

    With nearly 50 beginner and kid-friendly crafts, quick and easy ideas and delicious homemade sweet treats and meals, this book is a unique wealth of inspiration to help you and your family spread love all around. The book features stories about acts of kindness, inspiring quotations and tips like teaching kindness to your kids. Mique Provost—the mom behind the popular craft and cooking blog Thirty Handmade Days—includes her one-of-a-kind designs and templates to accompany the projects. They are on easy-to-tear-out pages so you can always be ready for an act of kindness on the go.Mique started doing random acts of kindness to celebrate the birthday of her oldest son who has autism. That magical day sparked a tradition in Mique’s family and community, and now she invites you to join in the kindness movement with these special activities.With Make & Share Random Acts of Kindness, you and your family can make a difference in the lives of others—and have a blast while you do it!

    Then her mother makes her a quilt of the constellations, and before long Elizabeth uses her new knowledge to find her missing father. This charming story of family love introduces the idea of families looking together at the night sky.

    Charming touch-and-feel books for little hands to explore!Introducing these lovely touch-and-feel books for young children.Read these well-loved nursery rhymes and enjoy the charming illustrations.With amazing touches for little hands to explore, these books make for a tactile reading experience!

    Let's make a snowman. Celebrate the season with with lovely photos and a simple design that beautifully support early readers.

    The lively text imparts easy-to-follow guidelines and practical advice on how, when, where, and why to tell stories. Each chapter incorporates a wealth of delectable folktales to read and tell, plus the authors hand-selected, annotated lists containing hundreds of classic and cutting edge children s books, professional books, and relevant websites. Demonstrating the joy of stories and storytelling, this book Provides an overview of the history and types of storytelling Shows how to select, learn, prepare, and tell stories Begins with more than two dozen easy-to-learn stories that adults can read today and tell to children tomorrow Looks at the major types of folk and fairy tales, including many sample stories and booklists Offers a comprehensive list of stories reworked, reimagined, reinvented, parodied, satirized or recreated from folk and fairy tales Includes Favorite Stories to Tell, a compendium of more than 500 suggested tales, easily accessible by subject and theme, from which tellers can find the perfect stories to fit every occasion and begin to build their own repertoire of wonderful tales to tell Provides tips for publicizing and promoting storytelling programs

    Not a peep.Nine eggs.One chick hatches. "Cheep, cheep, cheep."In this sweet story, clever die-cuts, touchable plastic pieces, and fuzzy flocking all come together in a rhyming adventure all about Easter traditions. Follow and count along as ten quiet Easter eggs become ten colorful chicks ready to celebrate the holiday! A fun, engaging novelty story just right for the littlest of readers.

    Who will rescue the balloon when it starts to float away?A new adventure featuring Peppa and George.

    A rollicking, swashbuckling adventure, full of cheeky humour! From the creators of Rudey’s Windy Christmas.Jake, the new cabin boy, isn’t brave like the rest of the crew on the pirate ship; he can’t even climb the rigging and he still sleeps with a teddy!So how ever will he scare away the enemy pirates who have caught his shipmates, Captain Fish Breath Fred, Snot Nose Ned and Butt Beard Bob?If only Jake could make an ear-splitting noise like the legendary sea monster, Giant Jelly Jaws… Perhaps an extra-fizzy drink might help?A beautifully illustrated, laugh-out-loud rhyming text – perfect for pirate fans!

    Excellent photos and a simple design beautifully support early readers.

    We recommend you download a sample to your device before purchase.)Daddy Lion is having a polite and genteel tea party for his cubs. They want to invite all their friends but Daddy says no; he doesn’t want the pot-bellied pigs hogging the cream buns or Skunk pooh, pong, stinking the place out!But things do not go quite as planned…A laugh-out-loud story full of noise and chaos!

    Written by authors with a combined 25 years of experience working with children and books in a library setting, "Get Real With Storytime: 52 Weeks of Early Literacy Programming" goes far beyond the typical storytime resource book by providing books and great ideas for using nonfiction and poetry with preschool children.This book provides a complete, year-long programming guide for librarians who work with preschool children in public libraries and school librarians who run special programs for preschoolers as well as parents, childcare providers, and camp counselors. Each of the 52 broad storytime topics (one for each week of the year) includes a sample storytime featuring an opening poem; a nonfiction title; picture books; songs, rhymes, or fingerplays; and a follow-up activity. Early literacy tips that are based on the authors' extensive experience and the principles of Every Child Ready to Read (ECRR) are presented throughout the book.

    In the photographs of Andrea Robbins and Max Becher, children will visit rodeos, trail rides, and meet many different Black Cowboys and Cowgirls. The engaging photographs will appeal to even the youngest of children, while the subject matter will encourage further thought and discussion in older readers.

    Follow the smarter-than-the-average bear from the popular cartoon as he takes a closer look at the different plants in the park. Engaging text narrated by Yogi and Boo Boo paired with colorful illustrations show readers how plants grow from a seed, different types of plants, and how plants impact our environment.

    Relating basic shapes to solid objects and everyday items, cute Teddy helps children step up their understanding of shapes.