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The Mysterious Giant of Barletta


Tomie dePaola - 1984
    “The illustrations are among dePaola’s best: rigorous line and expressive movement against an atmospheric background of rich golds, blues, and reds.”--The Bulletin

How Do You Say It Today Jesse Bear


Nancy White Carlstrom - 1992
    In February, it's with hears on the Valentine cards he makes. Throughout the year, Jesse finds many different ways to say it, but the message to Mother and Father Bear is always the same -- "I love you."

Beverly Billingsly Borrows a Book


Alexander Stadler - 2002
    But what happens when she forgets to return her book by its due date? Will Beverly ever be able to borrow another book? Beverly and her favorite librarian, Mrs. Del Rubio, prove just how friendly a place the library can be. In his picture book debut, Alexander Stadler introduces an endearing character sure to delight readers of all ages.

The Signmaker's Assistant


Tedd Arnold - 1992
    But what he'd really like to do is make his own signs. Then one day he gets his chance... and suddenly, all signs are pointing to trouble!'Well suited for reading aloud... (this book) will appeal to children's sense of fun.'- School Library Journal

Cat, You Better Come Home


Garrison Keillor - 1995
    One cold winter's night, the elegant Puff decides to run away from home. She goes to Europe, where she becomes fabulously rich as a TV cat food spokescat. It's the high life for Puff, dripping in diamonds and mink, until the day she meets disaster. Full color.

The Cake That Mack Ate


Rose Robart - 1987
    With a new spin on an old theme (remember "The House That Jack Built"?), this jolly story is the perfect picture-book choice for beginning readers.

Things That Are Most in the World


Judi Barrett - 1998
    An ice-skating snake and a dragon eating pepperoni pizza are just two of the amazing “mosts” to ponder in this book that will stretch the imagination and send readers young and old into fits of laughter.

TUNDRA: Two-Ply-Strength Humor


Chad Carpenter - 2019
    This hilarious 233 page full-color book contains over 400 of cartoonist, Chad Carpenter's latest comic creations. Consisting of anything animal, vegetable or mineral, but with a decidedly outdoorsy slant, this award-winning comic strip takes an offbeat view of the woodsy side of life. Find out for yourself why TUNDRA is one of the fastest-growing comic strips on the planet!

Over in the Jungle: A Rainforest Rhyme


Marianne Berkes - 2007
    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!

Same Same


Marthe Jocelyn - 2009
    Jocelyn’s marvelous concept — finding common characteristics in different creatures and objects — coupled with Slaughter’s masterful paper cuts makes Same Same a clever introduction to similarities, as well as a preface to modern art. The duo’s previous titles have received numerous awards worldwide; from Japan to Denmark, from France to Mexico. Fashioned in the traditional and stunning style of the pair’s past books, Same Same is a wonderful addition to their already impressive library.

A Silly Milly Christmas


Sheri Wall - 2019
    Pet owners will surely recognize her big dog antics!I have a Great Dane named MillyShe greets all the guests willy-nilly!Mistletoe hanging highBig dog kisses will flyOh Milly, you make Christmas silly!With plenty of rhyming and repetition, A Silly Milly Christmas is perfect for read alouds, early learning, elementary classrooms, and animal lovers everywhere. Great for ages 2-10.

Across the Stream


Mirra Ginsburg - 1982
    A hen and her chicks — with the help of a duck and her ducklings — find a way to put their bad dreams behind them!

When You Love a Cat


M.H. Clark - 2018
    It is created by snuggles, quiet sounds, and gentle nudges that remind you every day of the delight in being chosen. When You Love a Cat is the perfect gift to celebrate the beautiful bond between a cat and the ones they love for a lifetime.

Go to Sleep, Maddie!


Maureen Wright - 2015
    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.…

Stop Snoring Grandpa


Kally Mayer - 2014
    Perfect story to celebrate the special relationship between a family and their Grandpa. Find out how the family solves the issue. The ending will make you smile. If you have a Grandpa, who snores or not, you will enjoy this book!