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I Love You Because You're You
Liza Baker - 1999
Cozy and sensitive watercolor illustrations from David McPhail are the perfect complement to Liza Baker's rhythmic, rhyming text. This book is sure to become a family favorite -- and an enduring classic of the genre.
Squeak!
Laura McGee Kvasnosky - 2019
Those pinecones wake the trout, who splash around and wake up an elk on the riverbank.And so goes the story of Squeak!, a chain-reaction story set in a beautiful, rolling landscape with animals who are all woken up one by one with the rising of the sun. With lush and vivid art, and plenty of fun animal noises on each page, this story is a perfect read-aloud to wake up to--or to read any time of day.Praise for
Squeak!
* The text is melodic and vivid [and] a joy to read aloud . . . A surefire hit for storytime, one-on-one reading, and gift giving. --
Booklist
, *STARRED REVIEW**This adorable circular story for young readers is a great way to start or end the day with a little humor. --
SLJ
, *STARRED REVIEW*A delightful, onomatopoeic introduction to the interactive sounds of awakening animals. --
Kirkus Reviews
LMNO Pea-quel
Keith Baker - 2017
Now they’re back with all of their signature jaunty and joyful perfect-for-preschoolers energy in this sequel to LMNO Peas. Like the first book, this one is filled with unique jobs, activities, roles, and hobbies. But this time the peas are bouncing through the lowercase alphabet! With an exuberant rhyming text and playful pea-packed illustrations, learning the alphabet has never been so much fun.
Construction Site Mission: Demolition!
Sherri Duskey Rinker - 2020
The newest adventure in the #1 New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series!In Construction Site Mission: Demolition!, the construction team we all know and love has an exciting job to do—smashing, crushing, sorting, hauling.Ultimately, this picture book is about working together, breaking things down, and cleaning it all up at the end of the day.• Filled with playful rhyming text and vibrant illustrations to inspire cleanup• Features the same beloved trucks and construction site from the original book Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site• Teaches teamwork, perseverance, and how to overcome obstacles—and have fun!Demolition is tough work, but these powerful vehicles are up to the task—and once the job is done, there will be a freshly cleared and tidy construction site ready for building something new.This satisfying story is from the bestselling team behind Construction Site on Christmas Night and Three Cheers for Kid McGear.
How Do Dinosaurs Learn to Read?
Jane Yolen - 2003
The illustrations are lively and the rhyming text delivers the message well. As short as it is, this could be one book that parents might not mind reading over and over.- Amazon reviewer tvtv3
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Clover!
Lucille Colandro - 2012
Patrick's Day. Now she's swallowing items to make the perfect rainbow to hide a pot of gold.
Franklin and the Thunderstorm
Paulette Bourgeois - 1997
Uh-oh. At Fox's house, all of Franklin's friends share funny stories that help the little turtle overcome his fear of thunder and lightning.
The Berenstain Bears and the Big Road Race
Stan Berenstain - 1987
Brother has entered a road race! Will he be able to keep up with the tough competition, or will he putter out mid-race? Includes over 50 bonus stickers!
Christmas Cookies: Bite-Size Holiday Lessons
Amy Krouse Rosenthal - 2008
Makes a thoughtful gift, especially accompanied with some home-baked cookies.From making the same kind of cookies at the same time each year (tradition) to decorating them with lots of sprinkles (celebrate), emergent readers will gobble up gentle holiday lessons in this charming book.Amy Krouse Rosenthal's timeless morsels of wisdom paired with Jane Dyer's cozy illustrations are as irresistible as the aroma of cookies fresh from the oven. Perfect for learning concept words as well as for readers of all ages as they celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.
Froggy's Lemonade Stand
Jonathan London - 2018
But there's a problem: he was so thirsty that he drank all the lemonade. Luckily lovable Froggy has lots of good friends to help him find a solution. Even if they don't get rich, they all have a very good time!
Duck & Goose, It's Time For Christmas!
Tad Hills - 2010
The only problem? Goose is more interested in skating, sledding, and making snow angels than in helping Duck decorate their Christmas tree. While Goose has the time of his life in the snow, it seems poor Duck will be left to do all the work. . . . Tad Hills’s simple text and vivid, expressive illustrations make this sweet, funny little book the perfect stocking stuffer. Preschoolers who loved the bestselling Duck & Goose Find a Pumpkin—or those meeting Duck and Goose for the first time—will be thrilled to own this charming winter tale.
When the Storm Comes
Linda Ashman - 2020
And during the storm, if the power goes out, they can play games and tell stories by candlelight. But what do animals do? They watch and listen, look for a cozy den or some other sheltered spot, and hunker down to wait. After the storm, while the people are cleaning up their yards, making repairs, and checking on the neighbors, the animals emerge from their hiding places and shake off the rain. And everyone is happy to be out in the sunshine again, grateful for better weather and the company of friends.
Hedgie Blasts Off!
Jan Brett - 2006
He gets his chance the day Big Sparkler, the geyser, starts to sputter and fade, disappointing all the alien tourists. As he launches into space and fixes the geyser problem in a most unusual way, Hedgie returns home a hero.
Time to Pee!
Mo Willems - 2003
With his signature humor, the author gently leads children through each step in the process that will finally bring them to their emancipation from diapers. Featuring a crew of funny mice holding up signs with the text, children will be amused and inspired by this hilarious new picture book.
Faster! Faster!
Leslie Patricelli - 2012
A ride on Daddy's back. Run, Daddy! Faster! Faster! How fast can Daddy go? Faster than a dog? A horse? How about a cheetah? Must his feet even touch the ground? Leslie Patricelli reprises the duo from Higher! Higher! in another humorous riff on a favorite pastime — a laugh-out-loud-funny tale of few words about doting dads and high-energy kids whose imaginations know no bounds.