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You Be You
Linda Kranz - 2011
When Adri sets out to explore the ocean, he has no idea how colorful the world is. He quickly discovers that there are all kinds of fish in the deep blue sea--big and tiny, smooth and spiny, colorful and plain, different and the same. Join Adri as he travels the ever changing currents of the ocean and see if you can find your favorite rockfish among the waves!
Fables
Arnold Lobel - 1980
. . . The droll illustrations, with tones blended to luminescent shading, are complete and humorous themselves.' -- Association of Library Service to Children, ALA.
Something from Nothing
Phoebe Gilman - 1989
Gilman's modern adaptation and lively illustrations turn this favorite Jewish tale into a contemporary classic.
Bedtime for Frances
Russell Hoban - 1960
And then there are tigers and giants and ominous cracks in the ceiling to keep her up. Will Frances ever go to sleep?
The Beast of Buckingham Palace
David Walliams - 2019
1 bestselling author David Walliams, in an epic adventure of myth and legend, good and evil, and one small boy who must save the world…
Illustrated by the artistic genius Tony Ross!
It is 2120 and London is in ruins.The young Prince Alfred has never known a life outside Buckingham Palace – but when strange goings-on breach its walls and stalk the corridors in the dead of night, he is thrust into a world of mystery, adventure and monsters.And when his mother, the Queen, is dragged away to the Tower of London, Alfred must screw up his courage and battle to save her, himself… and the entire city.In a future of myths and legends, join the bestselling David Walliams and venture forth into his most enthralling tale yet!
The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me
Roald Dahl - 1985
キリンとサルとペリカン。おかしな、へんてこりんな3人ぐみだよ!
Frozen: The Junior Novelization
Sarah Nathan - 2013
Teaming up with an adventurer named Kristoff and his reindeer, Sven, Anna searches for her sister, Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom in eternal winter. Enjoy this retelling with eight pages of full-color scenes from the film!
The Lost House
B.B. Cronin - 2016
Fall into this seek and find book with its richly timeless style and get swept up in a treasure hunt through Grandad s wild house! The children want to go to the park with Grandad, but they can t leave until they find his lost socks and his shoes and even his teeth! Will they ever get out of Grandad s busy house? With a trove of wonders to discover on every page, this seek and find book will enchant young and old alike as they search for Grandad s lost objects.Oversized dimensions, a textured paper-over-board die-cut cover, eye-popping color, and elaborately complex spreads on every page make this book a collector's item and a must-have."
A Redwall Winter's Tale
Brian Jacques - 2001
Late at night after the festivities have ended, Mighty Bulbrock Badger sends the little ones off to sleep with the tale of the giant Snow Badger who comes on the first night of winter, bringing snow across the land. The grown-up Redwallers chuckle at the fanciful tale, but is it only a tale? Bungo the mole-babe isn?t so sure, and is determined to stay awake and find out!
Alice in Wonderland: A BabyLit® Colors Primer
Jennifer Adams - 2012
Kids will love Alison Oliver’s colorful and cheeky illustrations bringing life to Little Master Carroll’s beloved children’s classic.
Little Nelly's Big Book
Pippa Goodhart - 2012
After all, she is gray, has big ears, and a thin tail. But then she meets some other mice, and her confusion only grows. Why are they smaller than she is? And why can't she do the same things the other mice do? Only a trip to the zoo will set this mixed up animal tale straight ... or will it? This delightfully funny story about mistaken identities is sure to get giggles from young listeners.
Naughty Ninja Takes a Bath
Todd Tarpley - 2020
But when he gets inside, his parents tell him he needs a bath. Before Naughty Ninja gets in the tub, he notices poisonous flies and an angry alligator circling his dad, who doesn’t even seem to know he’s in trouble. Good thing Naughty Ninja is around to save the day!Amid sudsy fun, a boy’s imaginary ninja life and his everyday world collide in the ultimate bath time adventure.
The Rise and Fall of Mount Majestic
Jennifer Trafton - 2010
. . until the night she overhears a life-changing secret. It seems that Mount Majestic, the rising and falling mountain in the center of the island, is not a mountain at all-it's the belly of a sleeping giant, moving as the giant breathes. Now Persimmony and her new friend Worvil the Worrier have to convince all the island's other quarreling inhabitants-including the silly Rumblebumps, the impeccably mannered Leafeaters, and the stubborn young king-that a giant is sleeping in their midst, and must not be woken. Enhanced with Brett Helquist's dazzling illustrations, Jennifer Trafton's rollicking debut tells the story of one brave girl's efforts to make an entire island believe the impossible.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Barbara Shook Hazen - 1939
Pictorial cover with Rudolph lighting the way for the sleigh with his wonderful nose.
Time for Bed
Mem Fox - 1993
It’s time for a wide yawn, a big hug, and a snuggle under the covers—sleep tight! “Working beautifully with the soothingly repetitive text, each painting conveys a warm feeling of safety and affection.” —School Library Journal