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The Ghosts Go Scaring


Chrissy Bozik - 2016
    Seven by seven and eight by eight they cause a fright for everyone they meet! Count from one ghost to ten ghosts on this silly and spooky Halloween night!To the tune of "The Ants Go Marching," this is a fun read-aloud and sing-along book for kids and grownups alike. The perfect book to add to your Halloween collection, children will love identifying all the costumes in the ghost march. Be on the lookout for ghostly silhouettes and other spooky objects hidden in the amusing illustrations! The Ghosts Go Scaring doubles as a counting book and young readers will have fun pointing out the new ghosts as they appear on each page, counting along with them as they go scaring through the neighborhood!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.

Rechenka's Eggs


Patricia Polacco - 1988
    Old Babushka is preparing her eggs for the Easter festival when she takes in Rechenka, an injured goose, who shows her that miracles really can happen. A Reading Rainbow Feature Title. Full color.

Ape in a Cape: An Alphabet of Odd Animals


Fritz Eichenberg - 1952
    An assortment of animals introduce the letters of the alphabet.

The Zabajaba Jungle


William Steig - 1987
    Leonard penetrates the mysterious Zabajaba Jungle where odd adventures await him, from carnivorous flowers to a petrified monster.

The Night Before Father's Day


Natasha Wing - 2012
    When Dad goes for a bike ride, everyone gets to work. Dad wakes up the next day to find his garage newly organized and his car sparkly clean. So, of course, he celebrates by taking everyone for a spin!

Bầy chim thiên nga - The Wild Swans. Truyện tranh song ngữ dựa theo truyện cổ tích của Hans Christian Andersen (tiếng Việt - t. Anh) (www.childrens-books-bilingual.com)


Ulrich Renz - 2017
    In its timeless form it addresses the issues out of which human dramas are made: fear, bravery, love, betrayal, separation and reunion.The illustrated edition at hand is an abbreviated version of Andersen's fairy tale. It has been translated into a multitude of languages and is available as a bilingual edition in all conceivable combinations of these languages. www.childrens-books-bilingual.com

Just So Thankful


Mercer Mayer - 2006
    There's a new kid in town who has everything Little Critter wants -- a Super Streak scooter, his own cell phone, and even a limousine! But Little Critter soon realizes that he has something money cannot buy -- a family who loves and adores him.

Who Will See Their Shadows This Year?


Jerry Pallotta - 2011
    But why should the groundhog always be famous for seeing his shadow? Who else wants to try? A chicken? A polar bear? A camel?None of those seems quite right. So who will see their shadows this year?

Richard Scarry's Great Steamboat Mystery (The Best Book Club Ever, A Random House Picture Book)


Richard Scarry - 1975
    and Mrs. Pig just got married. They invite all their friends to a big wedding party aboard the steamboat Sally. Mr. Pig asks Sam and Dudley, the famous detectives, to come to the party. He wants them to see that no wedding presents are stolen. "We must keep an eye on all the guests," says Sam. "A jewel thief is certain to sneak aboard in all this crowd."

Ruby Valentine Saves the Day


Laurie B. Friedman - 2010
    But when Valentine's Day arrives, an unexpected snowstorm threatens to ruin all of Ruby's plans. Will Ruby find a way to save the day, or will everyone in Heartland have to wait until next year to celebrate?

Firenze's Light: A Children's Book about Gratitude, Compassion and Self-Appreciation


Jessica Collaço - 2014
     Firenze's friends love her light, but Firenze doesn't think it's so great. How can she when it's nearly impossible to play a good game of hide-and-seek?!! When Firenze's light and a new friend's artwork unexpectedly combine, she must decide whether she will keep her light hidden or find the courage to let it shine. No bullying-Let's model healthy friendships Firenze's Light is a beautifully illustrated picture book that sets itself apart by leaving out the bullying and shame found in many traditional children's books. Readers will find encouraging, kind characters inspiring self-appreciation, gratitude, kindness and compassion. It's unfortunate that bullying will still happen in life, however Firenze's Light shows readers new ways to navigate conflict gently and compassionately, embracing rather than rejecting differences. The best book for bedtime The rich illustrations in Firenze's Light glow, creating a perfect opportunity for reading together, snuggled up in bed with a flashlight. This book will compliment a collection with titles from authors like Eric Carle (The Very Hungry Caterpillar), Laurie Wright (I Can Handle It - Mindful Mantras) and Brandon Walden (Seeds and Trees). A book about loving who you are....even when it's difficult Embracing your differences doesn't happen overnight. It helps to have encouraging friends, positive language and patience. Author Jessica Collaco was inspired by authors like Rachel Hollis (Girl, Wash Your Face, Girl, Stop Apologizing), Brene Brown (Rising Strong, The Gifts of Imperfection) and Elizabeth Gilbert (City of Girls, Eat, Pray, Love) to create a book that encourages readers to shine from within. While Firenze twirled on the stage, she realized how powerful her light was. It was creating magical art, joy for her friends, and happiness in her heart. Suddenly, Firenze felt very grateful she was a firefly. Ideal for children ages 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8, this is the first in a series of books that reflect gentle parenting and nurture universal values that inspire and empower kids. Firenze's Light is a thoughtful gift for a baptism, baby shower, dance recital and birthday. Perfect for toddlers, preschool, kindergarten, first grade and second grade. Printed in the USA with environmentally-friendly materials. "Your light makes you unique," said her Mother. "No one shines just like you."

The Birds, the Bees, and the Berenstain Bears


Stan Berenstain - 2000
    Mama is about to have a new cub! From when the baby will arrive to how it will get out of Mama's tummy, Sister has all kinds of questions about it. Includes over 50 bonus stickers!

Press Here


Hervé Tullet - 2010
    Great for toddlers, preschoolers, and early readers to learn about cause and effect in a simple and engaging way.Harness the power of imagination and interactivity: Press the yellow dot on the cover of this book, follow the instructions within, and embark upon a magical journey! Each page of this surprising book instructs the reader to press the dots, shake the pages, tilt the book, and who knows what will happen next! Children and adults alike will giggle with delight as the dots multiply, change direction, and grow in size! Especially remarkable because the adventure in Press Here occurs on the flat surface of the simple, printed page, this unique picture book about the power of imagination and interactivity will provide read-aloud fun for all ages!Books for kids ages 4-8

T. Rexes Can't Tie Their Shoes


Anna Lazowski - 2021
    No one is good at everything, but that shouldn't stop you from trying! Here is a funny and encouraging picture book for any child learning how to tie their shoes, ride a bike, spell their name, or do a variety of new things.Follow a hilarious alphabet of animals, and see all the things they can't do but kids can from doing gymnastics to flipping pancakes to playing a xylophone. Along the way, young readers will learn that it's okay if they can't do everything; they can still have a LOT of fun trying.

I Am Not Going to Read Any Words Today!: Learn About Rhyming Words (Beginner Fun Books)


Dr. Seuss - 1995
    Art and text inspired by Hop on Pop, Fox in Socks, and I Am NOT Going to Get Up Today!EACH DR. SEUSS BEGINNER FUN BOOK FEATURES:* illustrations and text that have been adapted from the original Dr. Seuss books children and parents know and love.* simple directions on how to do all of the activities.* an inspirational word from the Cat himself.* a space for the child to personalize each book.* four pages bursting with colorful stickers of Dr. Seuss characters for use along with the activities.