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Top Cat
Lois Ehlert - 1998
At first, Top Cat doesn't want to share his house and favorite things, but soon he learns that two cats can be lots more fun than one.
The Fantastic Mr. Wani
Kanako Usui - 2005
Wani, the crocodile, is late for a party! He runs as fast as he can, but his little legs are not able to keep up, so he trips, tumbles and bounces into four unsuspecting mice who come up with the idea of tying balloons to Mr. Wani so that he can fly to the party... until Mrs. Crow comes along and interrupts Mr. Wani's flight. So begins a series of mishaps that also involves sledding penguins, mice, an elephant and prickly hedgehogs! Will Mr. Wani ever make it to the party on time and in one piece?
Stripes the Tiger
Jean Leroy - 2010
. . well, actually thats what Stripes would like to be. Stripes is a small tabby cat. Young and rambunctious, he challenges his owner at every turnseriously testing his owners patience. He tears up the couch, he chases the dog, and he wreaks havoc everywhere. Finally, his owner has had enough! He takes Stripes to the zoo to see a real tiger. But both Stripes and his owner are in for a surprise, proving that things are not always as they seem, and most importantly, you should always follow your internal roar (or purr) . . . however loud or soft it may be.
I Am So Strong
Mario Ramos - 2001
In 'I Am So Strong', the incorrigible wolf saunters through the foret asking everyone he meets, including Little Red Riding Hood and the Three Little Pigs, 'Tell me, who is the strongest of all?' He gets his comeuppance in a most unexpected and satisfactory way.
Me Want Pet!
Tammi Sauer - 2012
Can he find one that the whole family will agree on?Cave Boy has lots of things. Rocks. Sticks. A club. But no pet! Cave Boy decides he must have a pet, but his parents object. He brings home animal after animal in hopes of overcoming his parents’ steadfast resistance, but his attempts are unsuccessful—until he finds a Dodo bird that is literally on the verge of extinction. And in a twist ending on a classic concept, Cave Boy and his family discover it’s worthwhile to have animal friends around.With snappy text that is short, fun, and young, Me Want Pet! makes for an ideal read-aloud for the milk-and-cookies set.
The Tiny Tale of Little Pea
Davide Calì - 2017
Teeny-tiny. His clothes were hand sewn by his mother and his shoes were hand-me-down doll shoes. As he grew older, Little Pea enjoyed climbing tomato plants, driving around in his wind-up car and riding on the backs of grasshoppers. But then Little Pea started school. And he suddenly realized just how small he was. Too small for his chair. Too small to play the flute. Too small for gym class. What would become of wee Little Pea?
I Want a Monster!
Elise Gravel - 2016
But how much do Oogly-Wumps eat? Don’t they ever sleep? Can monsters get lonely?I Want a Monster! is a humorous, energetic celebration of the responsibility and joy of owning your dream pet, perfect for fans of Peter Brown’s Children Make Terrible Pets or anyone who’s ever longed for or loved a pet of any kind.Includes a “Would You Like to Adopt a Monster?” activity at the back of the book.
Lena's Shoes Are Nervous: A First-Day-of-School Dilemma
Keith Calabrese - 2018
She is very excited. But there’s just one problem… Lena’s shoes are nervous. Lena doesn’t want to miss out on her first day of school, but she can’t go without her favorite shoes! How can she convince them to be brave?
I'm Cool!
Kate McMullan - 2015
But can this slow-movin' ice fixer smooth the grooves before the next period? Or will he lose his COOL? The timer's ticking! BUZZZZZZ!
Hop Jump
Ellen Stoll Walsh - 1993
At first the other frogs tell her there is no room for dancing. But she eventually teaches everyone that there is room for hopping, jumping, and dancing. “A beautifully designed book that, like Walsh’s earlier efforts, yields new subtleties and visual delights with each reading.”--Kirkus Reviews
The Cow That Was the Best Moo-ther
Andy Cutbill - 2009
But Daisy isn't quite like the other baby cows—she's small and feathery, she has a beak, and she hatched from an egg! So there's no surprise that Daisy catches the judge's eye! But she's not the only one who attracts attention in this hilarious follow-up to the cow that laid an egg. Proud mom Marjorie is in store for an award of her own.
The Little Cockroach
Susie Violet - 2020
He loves Mexico but wants to explore the world. Amazing things happen to Pedro and his friend Enrico when they decide to leave their home in search of adventure. The Little Cockroach is a delightful bedtime story about determination, travel and adventure.
Naptastrophe!
Jarrett J. Krosoczka - 2017
It s a tale as old as time naptime, that is. Lucy is not tired, not tired, NOT tired. She is not going to nap today. Lucy is an expert at staying awake. But when running errands with her dad, it s suddenly way too LOUD. The lights in the store are way too bright. It s . . . a naptastrophe! With vibrant, charming illustrations and a relatable main character, this hilarious story is the perfect reminder to parents and kids that you only miss out on the fun when you skip your nap!
Peppa Pig: George's Balloon
Neville Astley - 2015
Who will rescue the balloon when it starts to float away?A new adventure featuring Peppa and George.
The Bear's Song
Benjamin Chaud - 2011
Papa Bear is searching for Little Bear, who has escaped the den. Little Bear is following a bee, because where there are bees, there is honey! When the quest leads both bears into the bustling city and a humming opera house, theatrical hijinks ensue, culminating in a deliciously harmonious reunion. Children and parents alike will savor Benjamin Chaud's lush illustrations, and relish in the book's bonus seek-and-find elements.Looking for more Papa Bear and Little Bear? Check out Bear's Sea Escape!