There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly


Pam Adams - 1973
    Ingenious die-cut holes bring this iconic nursery rhyme to life, and Pam Adams' fabulous illustrations lend humour and vibrancy to the proceedings. Bouncy images, innovative die cutting and favourite 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.

10 Fat Turkeys


Tony Johnston - 2004
    Gobble gobble wibble wobble.Whoops! Now there are nine.Girls and boys will gobble up this hilarious story about ten goofy turkeys and their silly antics: swinging from a vine, strutting on a boar, doing a noodle dance, and more. Veteran author Tony Johnston has written a joyful text, which first-time illustrator Richard Deas brings to life as wild and wacky fun!

Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel


Virginia Lee Burton - 1938
    Since it was first published in 1939, Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel has delighted generations of children. Mike and his trusty steam shovel, Mary Anne, dig deep canals for boats to travel through, cut mountain passes for trains, and hollow out cellars for city skyscrapers -- the very symbol of industrial America. But with progress come new machines, and soon the inseparable duo are out of work. Mike believes that Mary Anne can dig as much in a day as one hundred men can dig in a week, and the two have one last chance to prove it and save Mary Anne from the scrap heap. What happens next in the small town of Popperville is a testament to their friendship, and to old-fashioned hard work and ingenuity.

Never Feed a Yeti Spaghetti


Make Believe Ideas Ltd. - 2018
    Each animal has a giant open mouth and big, felt teeth, so children can reach through the holes to mimic feeding them! Children of all ages, 0 and up, will love:The interactive tactile features of this durable board bookThe amusing rhyming text that helps promote an early love of readingReceiving this fun book as a birthday gift, stocking stuffer, Easter basket goody, road trip activity, or just becauseParents and their little ones will enjoy reading aloud Never Feed a Yeti Spaghetti again and again.

Mommy Hugs


Anne Gutman - 2001
    Cuddles and kisses will surely abound when reading this aloud!

Dora's Halloween Adventure


Sarah Willson - 2000
    Oh, no! Swiper swiped Boots's Halloween candy! Follow the candy trail and lift the flaps to help Dora and Boots find where he hid it -- and a few spooky surprises along the way!

The Berenstain Bears Show Some Respect


Jan Berenstain - 2011
    Children will learn how simple biblical principles are the building blocks to creating respectful behavior.  The Berenstain Bears Show Some Respect— part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights™ series of books—is perfect for:Early readers, ages 4-8Reading out loud at home or in classroomsTeaching children about using mannersCreating age appropriate discussions on how to treat people with respect and develop positive character traits The Berenstain Bears Show Some Respect: Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain familyContinues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain with the Berenstain Bears series of booksIs part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date

Hedgehugs


Steve Wilson - 2014
    Together, they make daisy chains, splash in puddles, and have tea parties. But there is one thing they can't do—hug! They are just too spiky. Throughout the seasons, these two hedgehogs will try many different ways of hugging. But will Horace and Hattie find a hug that feels just right?

How to Babysit a Grandpa


Jean Reagan - 2012
    series -- about a child spending time with his grandpa. Written in a how-to style, the narrator gives important tips for "babysitting" a grandpa, including what to eat for snack (anything dipped in ketchup, ice cream topped with cookies, cookies topped with ice cream), what to do on a walk (find lizards and dandelion puffs, be on the lookout for puddles and sprinklers), and how to play with a grandpa (build a pirate cave, put on a scary play). Filled with humor, energy, and warmth, this is a great gift for or from a grandparent, and perfect for lap reading when Grandpa comes to visit!

Little Oink


Amy Krouse Rosenthal - 2009
    Little Oink is a neat little fellow. Clean, clean, clean, that's all he wants to do. But Mama and Papa won't have it! They say in order to be a proper pig, he has to learn to make a proper mess. "Don't come out until your room is a pigsty," says Papa Pig. "I won't have any child of mine going out looking so neat and clean. It's just not acceptable," says Mama Pig. Readers who hate to clean up will love this humorous twist on a universal dilemma.

Disney Pixar Finding Nemo (a Little Golden Book)


Victoria Saxon - 2003
    This Little Golden Book retells Disney/Pixar's newest film, Finding Nemo.

Curious George the Dog Show (CGTV Reader)


Margret Rey - 2006
    Curious George discovers surprises (and mischief) at his first dog show--and even brings the contestants home with him! When George becomes curious about how many dogs are in his apartment, he devises a clever way to find out. This simple story is perfect for children who are learning to sound out words and use visual clues to read stories. The animated series Curious George is available to watch on Peacock, NBC Universal’s streaming platform.

Here Comes Peter Cottontail


Steve Nelson - 1986
    Now this classic comes alive with vibrant and enchanting watercolors by Pamela Levy as Peter Cottontail prepares for Easter.

I See


Helen Oxenbury - 1985
    Now from the most widely loved of artists comes a reissue of a board book to help very young children explore their worlds. In I SEE, a baby watches a frog leap and gazes at the moon. Full of character and humor, this charming book forms a winsome introduction to the senses.

Thomas and the Big Big Bridge


Marc Cerasini - 2001
    Thomas is excited, but some of the other engines are afraid of being so high. Can Thomas help them get over their fears–or will he become afraid, too?