Book picks similar to
Two Little Pirates by Ruth Paul


picture-books
children-books
cockburn-libraries
easy-picture-books

The Treasure of Pirate Frank


Mal Peet - 2017
    But there's a surprise in store when they discover that Pirate Frank is a girl. And no one is going to steal her treasure!

I Need A Hug


Aaron Blabey - 2015
    Will you cuddle me, Lou?' 'What? With those spikes? Get away from me! Shoo!' All this little porcupine wants is a hug. But with such prickly spikes, will she ever get the cuddle she craves?

A Dog in the Fog: Sight Word Fun for Beginner Readers


Tanja Russita - 2015
    Written and illustrated by Tanja Russita, mother, teacher, artist and psychologist. The idea for the series came from Tanja's daughter wanting to read childrens' stories "from a Kindle, like my mum." Now the books are enjoyed worldwide by kids who are learning how to read. Watch and listen to your child's reading skills grow. Prepare to have to share your e-reader!

Dentist Trip


Neville Astley - 2000
    It's George's first visit, so he's a little nervous--but Peppa shows him that a trip to the dentist can be lots of fun!Includes a sheet of fun, dentist-themed stickers!

Amos McGee Misses the Bus


Philip C. Stead - 2021
    But after a late night planning a surprise for all his friends, Amos is tired. So tired, in fact, that he falls asleep during breakfast and misses his bus to the zoo! Now he knows he won't have time for the surprise he planned for his friends. Unless... perhaps his friends can step in and help him out.Ten years after the phenomenally successful, Caldecott Medal-winning classic, A Sick Day for Amos McGee, we are reunited with the gang in a brand new, heartwarming story from acclaimed author Philip C. Stead and award-winning illustrator, Erin E. Stead. .

Bats Around the Clock


Kathi Appelt - 2000
    Decked in go-go boots and bobby sox, the buoyant bats bebop their way around the clock. And there's a special guest appearance at the end!With their swinging text and groovy illustrations, the creators of Bat Jamboree and Bats on Parade don't miss a beat when it comes to the basics. Telling time has never been so much fun!

Grandma Z


Daniel Gray-Barnett - 2018
    Life may never be the same again!This glorious debut from Daniel Gray-Barnett is filled with wonder, imagination, and a wild, magical spirit that will thrill young and old.

Pranklopedia: The Funniest, Grossest, Craziest, Not-Mean Pranks on the Planet!


Julie Winterbottom - 2013
    Discover the Homework Hoax, the Squirting Blister, the Movie Popcorn That Grabs You Back. Pull classic pranks on your siblings, like short-sheeting the bed. Freak out your friends with food pranks: a self-peeling banana, “misfortune” cookies, or ice cream that will make them scream (here’s a hint—it involves instant mashed potatoes). And there are perfect pranks to pull on your parents, including a scheme to “freeze” the family computer. The book includes recipes for fake bird poop, fake dog poop, fake vomit, and fake snot (regular, nosebleed, and wormy varieties). A complete prankster’s guide, Pranklopedia also provides a four-part lesson on how to pull the perfect prank and tells you what to do when pranks go bad: 1. Disappear for a while . . .

Amazing Airplanes


Tony Mitton - 2002
    This action-packed picture book will delight all children who love things that go!

Ninja Baby


David Zeltser - 2015
    She obliterated her applesauce. She concealed herself at bath time. And she was training herself in advanced infiltration (of movie night). Nina wants to do everything by herself, until the day her parents bring home a Kung Fu Master (a baby brother). Now with a sibling, Nina will face the one thing she cannot do alone: be part of a family. With verve and humor, David Zeltser and Diane Goode tell the story of an unusually gifted child, and the family that is more than a match for her.

Princess Penelope and the Runaway Kitten


Alison Murray - 2013
    Graphic artwork from a rising star in children’s books paired with a bouncy rhyme and fun visual search will make this a favorite for princesses of all ages.

Meow!


Victoria Ying - 2017
    This sweet and clever picture book is sure to charm readers through to the final purr.Perfect for fans of the New York Times bestselling They All Saw a Cat, Spot, the Cat, and all cat lovers!

Ten Terrible Dinosaurs


Paul Stickland - 1997
    . ". One by one Paul Stickland's rowdy and rollicking dinosaurs leave the scene. Children count down along with the text until there is only one sleepy dinosaur left -- until he gets a loud surprise from his nine noisy pals!

Hop! Plop!


Corey Rosen Schwartz - 2006
    But it's a little tough to decide which playground ride is their favorite. With Elephant so Big, and Mouse so Small, each ride can be a bit of a challenge for the pair. The seesaw sends Mouse soaring. The swings are a total flop for Elephant. And the whirly-bird is just a bit too whirly for Mouse. It takes a little bit of trial and a whole lot of error before Mouse and Elephant discover what their favorite really is -- each other.A funny and charming look at friendship, with a simple and playful text that the youngest audiences will beg to hear over and over!

The Dinosaur that Pooped a Lot!


Tom Fletcher - 2015
    In this special little World Book Day book from the creators of The Dinosaur That Pooped a Planet!, Danny and Dinosaur remember their previous adventures.