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The Honeybee Man


Lela Nargi - 2011
    They also forage in flowers abloom across Brooklyn... so that, one day, Fred can make his famous honey, something the entire neighborhood looks forward to tasting. Lela Nargi's beautifully written story—accompanied by Kyrsten Brooker's collage-style illustrations—offers an inside look at the life of an endearing beekeeper and the honey-making process.A Junior Library Guild Selection, a Bank Street College of Education Best Book of the Year, a Cook Prize Honor Book, and a NSTA-CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book.

Good Ship Crocodile


J. Patrick Lewis - 2013
    After he ferries soggy fireflies, dripping hedgehogs, and other creatures over dangerous waters, his good deeds are repaid in full when a shift to hot, dry weather leaves him vulnerable instead. Written by Children's Poet Laureate J. Patrick Lewis and illustrated by acclaimed picture book artist Monique Felix, The Good Ship Crocodile is a charming story of friendship sure to inspire readers of all ages.

Anna's Birthday Surprise


Walt Disney Company - 2015
    Based on the new Disney Frozen animated short, "Frozen Fever," this storybook comes with over 30 stickers. It's perfect for Frozen fans ages 3-7.

Little Penguin Stays Awake


Tadgh Bentley - 2018
    A charming companion to Little Penguin Gets the Hiccups and Little Penguin and the Lollipop, Little Penguin Stays Awake is a funny bedtime tale that invites the reader to jump in and play along.Little Penguin has one wish—he wants to fly just like all the other birds!All he has to do is wish on a shooting star, but penguins have VERY EARLY BEDTIMES!Little Penguin has tried everything he can to stay up extra late—but it’s not working.Can YOU help him stay awake?

Fly!


Karl Newsom Edwards - 2015
    He can't jump like a grasshopper. And he can't swing like a spider. Don't give up, Fly! Keep trying, and with a little help from your garden friends, you'll find your own special talent. From acclaimed illustrator Karl Newsom Edwards, this is a story about self-discovery through perseverance that encourages toddlers to get up and move to their own buggy groove!

Shhh! I'm Sleeping


Dorothée de Monfreid - 2016
    Nono wants a story, Zaza wants to switch beds, Kipp wants a drink of water....Will anyone sleep tonight?

What's the Time, Mr. Wolf?


Debi Gliori - 2012
    Wolf has a busy day. Starting his daily routine at seven o'clock, his schedule is packed from breakfast to bedtime. At nine o'clock the mail arrives, and he goes shopping at noon. Four o'clock is naptime, and surprise! . . . At six o'clock there is a big party in Mr. Wolf 's honor. Special guests include Little Red Riding Hood, the Three Little Pigs, the Cat and the Fiddle and many more characters readers are sure to recognize. Huffing and puffing new life into favorite nursery rhymes, this charming story introduces telling time while showing readers that the Mr. Wolf isn't so big or bad after all.

Some Bugs


Angela DiTerlizzi - 2014
    Get the buzz on bugs in this picture book from Angela DiTerlizzi!Grab your magnifying glass!Find your field guide!And come hop, hide, swim, and glidethrough this buggy backyard world! Featuring insects including butterflies and moths, crickets and cicadas, bumblebees and beetles, this zippy rhyming exploration of backyard-bug behavior is sure to have insect enthusiasts of all ages bugging out with excitement!

Curious George and the Rocket


Margret Rey - 2001
    This lively story captures George’s adventure of becoming the first space monkey from the classic Curious George Gets a Medal.

The Trial of Cardigan Jones


Tim Egan - 2004
    When Mrs. Brown’s fresh apple pie goes missing, witnesses come forward to place Cardigan at the scene of the crime. Finding himself on trial, Cardigan insists to judge and jury that he didn’t take the pie — he just wanted to smell it. No one believes him. But despite his assurances, he can’t explain what happened to the pie, either . . . or can he?

I Love My Dad


Anna Walker - 2009
    This sweet young book will be a hit with fathers and children of all ages.

Holiday in Enchancia (Sofia the First)


Catherine Hapka - 2013
    Sofia leads her family on a brave expedition to find him, and shows Amber that spending the holiday with loved ones is better than any present. This beautifully illustrated hardcover jacketed picture book is perfect for the holidays, and includes a special appearance by Princess Aurora!

Bread and Honey


Frank Asch - 1982
    BREAD AND HONEY (A FRANK ASCH Bear Story / Parents Magazine Press 1981) Hardcover

Curious George Pat-A-Cake


H.A. Rey - 2011
    With this new take on the classic pat-a-cake rhyming game, George can pat out rhymes about the baker’s man, the postman, the ice cream man, and, of course, the yellow hat man! Colorful illustrations, bouncy rhyme, and a cuddly puppet make this a perfect interactive choice for play time and story time.

Where's the Party?


Ruth Chan - 2016
    All his parties have balloons, lights, delicious cake, and most importantly, everyone has an unforgettable time.One day, Georgie decides to throw the ultimate bash, so he puts on his party hat and races through the city to invite his best buds... who are all too busy to come. But Georgie soon learns that you can always count on your friends to be there for you... and sometimes they might even bring cake!With a heartwarming story and adorable art, this irresistibly charming picture book debut invites readers to meet Georgie and Friends—and find the answer to the most important question of the day: Where's the Party?