Rain Brings Frogs: A Little Book of Hope


Maryann Cocca-Leffler - 2011
    When you might think there is nothing to do, Nate is just happy to enjoy the view. Instead of wanting more, Nate is grateful for what he's got.Smile along with Nate as he enjoys all the good things life has to offer.

Big Cat, Small Cat


Ami Rubinger - 2009
    The book’s sing-song text leaves out the last word of each page, allowing little ones to chime in and complete the rhyme. Captivating, colorful illustrations provide clues for the words that have been left out. Introducing words like “dirty,” “clean,” “nice,” and “mean,” Big Cat, Small Cat teaches children about rhyming and opposites with a fun, fill-in-the-blank challenge that encourages participation.The illustrations by accomplished illustrator and cartoonist Ami Rubinger are charming and unique, depicting a variety of humorous cats that will engage young and old readers alike. With its message of acceptance, Big Cat, Small Cat evokes compassion for animals and presents an important lesson in diversity: cats—like people—come in many different shapes, sizes, and personalities. Beyond its wide general appeal, this book will interest children who have pets and all animal lovers.

The Ugly Dumpling


Stephanie Campisi - 2016
    Uneaten and ignored, the ugly dumpling is down in the dumps. But when an encouraging cockroach sees the dumpling’s inner beauty, this unlikely duo embarks on an eye-opening adventure, leading the ugly dumpling to discover its true identity and realize that being different is beautiful after all.

Ma! There's Nothing to Do Here!


Barbara Park - 2008
    It’s not exactly a scintillating experience spending nine months in your mother’s womb. You’re just stuck there at the end of that dumb bungee cord (a.k.a. the umbilical cord), with nothing whatsoever to do but slosh around. But, oh, the endless joys you have to look forward to as you listen to the tick-tock of ma’s happy heart clock and await that happy day when you finally come out to play.

What's On My Head?


Margaret Miller - 1998
    This new mini-edition of the original bestselling and award-winning board book is perfect for little hands!

Cheese Belongs To You


Alexis Deacon - 2013
    So if a bigger rat takes it ... then cheese belongs to them. Unless ... a quicker rat swipes it! Every rat knows rat law; if you are big or quick, strong or scary, hairy or dirty, or, indeed, all of the above. But just who gets to EAT the cheese? More hilarious and innovative storytelling from the brilliant creative duo behind A Place to Call Home. This cumulative text will have readers zooming through the pages at lightning speed ... and clamouring for repeats!

Ava's Poppy


Marcus Pfister - 2012
    Ava is delighted when she discovers a brilliant red poppy in the middle of her yard.  She sits with the little flower in the sunny days of summer and shields it from the rain, until one day the petals start to drop and the tiny flower fades away.  But when spring comes again...Ava is surprised anew.

Snow Moon


Brunelle Nicholas - 2005
    Together, the two set off to a place where countless owls circle the sky and snow flutters down from their wings. Recreated with graceful, precise brushwork, the majestic birds of Snow Moon seem poised to fly off the page. This story's lilting, lyrical text is just right for bedtime reading.

A Mountain of Friends


Kerstin Schoene - 2013
    The other animals were worried about him. “What’s wrong?” they asked.  “I’m a bird but I can’t fly! No matter how hard I try, I can’t get off the ground. Just once I want to soar above the clouds…”  Heartwarming and beautifully illustrated, Kirsten Schoene’s North American debut picture book shows how working together can accomplish seemingly impossible goals. Young readers will enjoy helping penguin achieve his dream by reorienting the book and building a ‘mountain of friends’ to support him.

A Dark Place To Die


Ed Chatterton - 2012
    For Koopman, who has turned his back on a 30-year career in the city to live the quiet life in rural Australia, the death of a son he never knew means a return to England and the past he left behind.Koopman hasn't been forgotten – not by his former colleagues nor by his enemies. As the body count rises in both countries, Keane and Koopman's search for the killer becomes a fight for survival.

Buying, Training, and Caring for Your Dinosaur


Laura Joy Rennert - 2009
    . . as a pet!Dogs are delightful. Cats are cute. And fish are fun. But the best pet of all is . . . a DINOSAUR!But how do you pick the dino that’s right for you? Spiky? Armored? Humongous? Pea-brained? Plant-eater? How do you take care of him once he’s (gulp!) home? How do you feed him, exercise him, take him to the vet, and give him a bath?! Not to mention train him, since he might like to chew on—er, swallow—Mom’s new shoes.Full of little-known info and sage advice, this definitive guide to dino ownership is sure to thrill and delight kids everywhere!

This Tree Counts!


Alison Ashley Formento - 2010
    one owl, two spiders, three squirrels, four robins, five caterpillars, six ants, seven crickets, eight flies, nine ladybugs, and ten earthworms, all living safe and free in their tree home. What does this tree need? The children know-it needs friends!Alison Formento's gentle story, illustrated with Sarah Snow's beautiful papercuts, whispers important ideas to all young tree lovers.

My Mom Has X-Ray Vision


Angela McAllister - 2010
    So one day he decides to test his theory. What wil he find out about his mother having super powers?

That's Not My Dinosaur...


Fiona Watt - 2002
    book. Babies and toddlers will love touching the textured patches as they meet dinosaurs with fuzzy tails, bumpy teeth and soft spines.

Five Little Ducks


Penny Ives - 2002
    Bouncy illustrations, innovative die cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. Available in three formats, suitable for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and the nursery or classroom.