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Tubby


Leslie Patricelli - 2010
    And what would tubby time be without running away naked and shiny clean--only to be scooped up and tickled? A beloved bedtime ritual takes on new joy in Leslie Patricelli's bright artwork, exuberant language, and simple, familiar scenes.

Will Sheep Sleep?


Hilary Leung - 2018
    Sheep's had a very busy day and now he is tired. . . but will Sheep finally be able to sleep? Find out in this surprising and memorable storybook all about friendship, compromise, and of course, bedtime routines.A fresh and funny first book in a new series of animal question stories by creative talent Hilary Leung that will keep little ones laughing all the way to bed.

I Like Fruit: Petit Collage


Lorena Siminovich - 2010
    Quirky textures highlight artwork by Lorena Siminovich in an unconventional collage style, while a positive story encourages children to investigate what they like about the world around them.

Who's in the Garden?


Phillis Gershator - 2010
    The rhyming text introduces all sorts of creatures that are busy foraging and frolicking in the garden.

Brown Bear & Friends Board Book Gift Set


Bill Martin Jr. - 2003
    Now, for the first time, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?; Polar Bear, Polar Bear,What Do You Hear?; and Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? are available together in a boxed board book gift set—perfect for every baby's first library.This title has Common Core connections.

That's Not My Monkey...


Fiona Watt - 2008
    The bright pictures, with their patches of different textures, are designed to develop sensory and language awareness. Babies and toddlers will love turning the pages and touching the feely patches.

My Pup


Margaret O'Hair - 2008
    Tammie Lyon’s illustrations rendered in gouache and colored pencil add lively appeal to this endearing story of a little girl and her new dog.

Hug You, Kiss You, Love You


Joyce Wan - 2013
    I hug you, tickle you, sing to you softly, carry you, bathe you, kiss you always. Baby, this sweet board book is the perfect way to say I LOVE YOU!

Chomp Goes the Alligator


Matthew Van Fleet - 2018
    Ten touchable textures, a sturdy chomping pull tab, and a grand finale pop-up are sure to engage the youngest readers.

Sheep Go to Sleep


Nancy E. Shaw - 2015
    It's time for bed but the sheep just can't settle down.  Never fear, a trusty sheepdog is here to help.  What will it take to get these restless sheep to bed?  A hug?  A blanket?  A drink of water?   Will this dedicated collie ever get these bleating sheep to sleep? From the team behind the bestselling SHEEP IN A JEEP, this sweet and silly sleepytime tale is perfect for anyone putting a demanding little one to bed.

Maisy's Christmas Tree


Lucy Cousins - 2014
    After wrapping presents, it’s time to sing Christmas carols around the tree. Merry Christmas to Maisy and all her friends!

Snow Babies


Laura Ellen Anderson - 2014
    Time to meet the snow babies! From roly-poly polar bear cubs happy at play to seal pups snuggling and penguin chicks waddling, there's nothing more adorable than these wintry animals. Toddlers will love Laura Ellen Anderson's bold pictures and wild creatures.

Blue Hat, Green Hat


Sandra Boynton - 1984
    Artist Sandra Boynton is back and better than ever with completely redrawn versions of her multi-million selling board books. These whimsical and hilarious books, featuring nontraditional texts and her famous animal characters, have been printed on thick board pages, and are sure to educate and entertain children of all ages.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Finger Puppet Book: 123 Counting Book


Eric Carle - 2006
    This gorgeous new interactive format lets babies and toddlers join in the fun as the plush caterpillar finger puppet wriggles his way through the holes in each page.They can help the caterpillar munch and crunch through the food before transforming into a beautiful butterfly!Great for early learning, count along and identify colours in this perfect first introduction to Eric Carle's picture-book classic.**********Don't miss out on the other Very Hungry Caterpillar and Eric Carle books: Sleep Tight, Very Hungry Caterpillar;Where Is The Very Hungry Caterpillar;The Very Hungry Caterpillar: Touch and Feel Playbook; The Very Hungry Caterpillar: Little Learning Library; The Very Hungry Caterpillar Big Board Book; The Very Hungry Caterpillar Book and Toy; The Very Busy Spider; The Bad-Tempered LadybirdFrom Head to Toe

Llama Llama Wakey-Wake


Anna Dewdney - 2012
    A good day starts with breakfast and brushing, kissing and hugging.