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Time for Bed, Elmo


Sarah Albee - 2000
    Told with a bouncy beat that winds down to a soothing sway, this story is just perfect for bedtime!

The Night the Monsters Came


Junia Wonders - 2020
    But first, they must outwit the hungry monsters that stand in their way — by harnessing the power of hygiene! This delightful picture book will keep children enthralled while teaching healthy habits like washing their hands and brushing their teeth.” –BookbubDo you want to inspire healthy habits in your little one today?Do you want to empower your little one to be brave in a joyful way? Here’s an adorable rhyming read-aloud about hygiene and overcoming fears. Washing hands, brushing teeth, and practicing healthy habits daily have never been this fun!  It is bedtime when siblings Jack and Joy receive some unexpected visitors – a bunch of not-too-spooky monsters. Come and join Jack and Joy and find out what the monsters want and, more importantly, how the brave siblings are able to outwit them. With courage, proper hygiene, and a little sprinkle of magic…anything is possible! This playful and engaging children’s picture book delivers equal amounts of shivers and giggles. And with Lisa Ciccone’s wildly imaginative and whimsical illustrations, this might just become a new snuggle time favorite.Read this book together with your little one and delight in the magic of laughter and giggles – a wonderful shared experience for you and your little one to treasure for many years to come.Get your copy of this book Now and inspire your kids to be brave, to wash their hands, brush their teeth, and practice healthy habits starting Today.The Night the Monsters Came is:• Written with expressive rhymes and dialogues to capture young listeners’ attention and imagination.• Entertaining: The book is full of funny rhymes that are sure to elicit plenty of giggles.• Charmingly illustrated with playful characters and not-too-spooky monsters, brimming with expression and humor that small children will love.• An empowering rhyming story that relies on humor, wit, and courage to help kids overcome fear.• Written to encourage and inspire little ones to start and maintain healthy habits and proper hygiene as part of their routine.

The Promise


Ida Linehan Young - 2019
    At the tender age of sixteen, a ruthless act leaves her shattered and struggling for survival. When all she has is her word, she makes a solemn vow to three small children. But circumstances drastically change, and the promise could take years to fulfill. She fears it might be better broken. When her past must be confronted, Erith finds herself facing unbearable choices that might cost her everything. Enduring self-doubt pushes Erith to her breaking point. Will she allow hope and kindness to guide her, or will it be safer to remain captive in the grip of her unfortunate past?

I Am the Moon: A Book About the Moon for Kids


Rebecca McDonald - 2018
    I Am the Moon also takes preschool and kindergarten level children on an imaginary visit to the Moon, describing what an astronaut uses to land and explore the Moon's surface. Images are big and bright for kids ages 3-5.

The Rainbow Bee


Ricardo Gattas-Moras - 2021
    Rainbow, the main character in the story, is able to help the hive realize that differences can be beautiful, and should be embraced."We're all a little different; some taller, some shorter, some wider, some slimmer, some yellow and black, and some rainbow. But inside we're all the same."

Doctor Dan: The Bandage Man


Helen Gaspard - 1952
    After watching his mother clean and bandage his scratch, Dan knows just what to do when his sister, her doll, their dog, and even his father have wounds that need tending, and earns himself a new nickname.

Webster's Manners (Webster Technology Book 4)


Hannah Whaley - 2015
     This latest release in the award winning picture book series for beginner readers helps parents to teach children about the right and wrong ways to use technology. Webster learns about a new set of digital manners, helping him to be polite with technology and take care of his favourite gadgets and toys. However, the cheeky spider soon turns the tables on his daddy and makes him agree to the same rules! This fully illustrated picture book can be used to prompt: Conversations about taking care of electronic toys and gadgets with young children Child safety when using technology and mobile devices Screen time planning for both parents and children Healthy attitudes towards screen based entertainment Do you worry about the time that your kids spend on electronic devices? Should you be limiting screen time? Is it worth the fight? Early readers use picture books to learn more about what is expected of them, and to develop their social skills by modelling what they see in stories. Parents and teachers use books like Webster’s Manners to teach about when it is appropriate to use gadgets and when it is better to engage with people. Told in a rhyming pattern, Webster's Manners humorously helps children learn about responsible use of technology, while reminding grown ups that they can lead by example. Other parents have found this book useful... "So difficult to find story books which sensitively introduce our little ones to what have become every-day devices. This latest one does not disappoint.” - Amazon.com Reviewer "Great book - we all loved it! It is a very accessible way of teaching kids about technology - thanks!” - Amazon.com Reviewer "A powerful message packaged in a beautiful story with lovely illustrations. Thoroughly recommend not only this book but all others in the series.” - Amazon.com Reviewer “A wonderful learning message for the little ones in your life.” - Amazon.com Reviewer You can get this book for free with a Kindle Prime or Kindle Unlimited membership. Scroll up to buy your copy of Webster’s Manners now.

Big Bird Brings Spring to Sesame Street


Lauren Collier Swindler - 1985
    Big Bird plans to brighten up the dreary winter scenery along Sesame Street with the six flowers he has bought, but each friend he meets seems to need cheering up more than he does.

Misty the Curious Cat


Efrat Haddi - 2015
     “Misty, is the most curious cat I had ever seen,” said Amy. “Mother," Amy asks, "Why is Misty so curious?" Author Efrat Haddi is taking young children on a journey with Amy while she learn a very important lesson. " Misty the Curious Cat" helps to teach children an important social skill that can make home life happier and school more successful. It also provides parents, teachers, and counselors with an entertaining way to teach children why being curious is a way to learn new things. This well-written and inspiring story, delivers easy-to-digest education complemented by vibrant, delightful illustrations This story may be ideal for reading to your kids at bedtime and enjoyable for the whole family as well! It is suitable as a read aloud book for preschoolers or a self-read book for older children. ** Don't forget to get your FREE GIFT inside **

Tootle


Gertrude Crampton - 1945
    Tootle, a young train in training, begins leaving the tracks to cavort in the meadow until engineer Bill figures out a way to lure him back.

Hansel and Gretel


Jacob Grimm - 1812
    The little boy was called Hansel, and the little girl's name was Gretel.So begins this classic Grimm tale of two innocent children, abandoned in the forest by their cruel mother, who happen upon the enchanting gingerbread house of a wicked witch. Hansel's cunning and little Gretel's courage foil the witch's evil plan to fatten them up and eat them, and in the best fairy tale tradition, they and their loving father live happily ever after.

The Animals' Christmas Eve


Gale Wiersum - 1977
    . .So begins a sweet rhyming story in which a group of animals recounts the events surrounding Jesus' birth in the manger, and the parts some of their ancestors played in it. This is also a counting book.

A Silly Milly Christmas


Sheri Wall - 2019
    Pet owners will surely recognize her big dog antics!I have a Great Dane named MillyShe greets all the guests willy-nilly!Mistletoe hanging highBig dog kisses will flyOh Milly, you make Christmas silly!With plenty of rhyming and repetition, A Silly Milly Christmas is perfect for read alouds, early learning, elementary classrooms, and animal lovers everywhere. Great for ages 2-10.

Little Cottontail


Carl Memling - 1960
    But he must first learn from his mother all the important things a little rabbit needs to know. Most importantly, he must learn how to watch out for foxes. When a fox suddenly appears, Little Cottontail quickly discovers that he has learned all his lessons well.

Oscar's Book (Sesame Street)


Jeff Moss - 1975
    He puts on a blonde curly wig, and pretends to be "Melody", a new little girl who lives on Sesame Street. But when Big Bird sees "Melody", he invites everyone to meet their new neighbor, and Oscar gives up the charade.Frustrated, Oscar hides in a pyramid of trash cans, but he can still be seen. He then transforms his can into a "superduper grouch rocket balloon", which floats him high up into the sky. A bird pops the balloon, and he falls back to the ground.At the end of the book, Oscar realizes that the reader is going to go away, and he won't have anybody to yell at and complain to anymore. He tells the reader to come back: "You really make me mad!"