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Paul Thurlby's Wildlife
Paul Thurlby - 2013
With unique and humorous artwork that’s so stylish you’ll want to remove it from the book and hang it on your wall, Paul Thurlby brings to life twenty-three animals in a way that will appeal to readers of all ages.
The Invisible Moose
Dennis Haseley - 2006
He has always secretly been in love with the beautiful moose. Now he will follow her all the way from Canada to the wilds of New York City. He will rescue his true love come what may. But how? Luckily, Professor Owl McFowl has concocted a new formula—an invisibility potion!It’s a delightfully silly story of magic and adventure with a surprisingly touching core. Our moose hero’s tale shows us that the truest beauty isn’t visible to the eye—it can only be seen by the heart.
The Luckiest One of All
Bill Peet - 1982
Wishing to be a bird, a little boy learns that there are benefits and drawbacks to every condition and that being a little boy may be the best of all.
Two
Kathryn Otoshi - 2014
Whenever they'd get the chance, they'd dance! She'd sing and snap. He'd tappity-tap. What a pair they made! At the end of each day, they'd always say, "ONE, TWO, I'll count on you, 'til the end, we'll be best friends." Until Three jumps in between them . . . Suddenly One only wants to play with Three. "ONE, THREE, odds we'll be!" they chant. Two feels left out. But what can she do? Another character-building counting book by award-winning author Kathryn Otoshi, Two is a powerful story of friendship, loss, letting go, and self-discovery.
It's a Spoon, Not a Shovel
Caralyn Buehner - 1995
The correct answer to each manners question is hidden in the picture. With hilarious artwork and many hidden animals to challenge sharp-eyed readers, this is a fun -- and surprising -- way to learn manners.
Fluff and Billy
Nicola Killen - 2011
They're best friends, and whatever Fluff does, little Billy does too: climb, slide, swim, splash, run, and jump. Together, they have fun in their enchanting polar world--until something happens that rocks their friendship. Children--and parents too--will instantly recognize and relate to this familiar situation, and rejoice in how the penguin pals resolve their conflict.
Henry's Amazing Imagination
Nancy Carlson - 2008
When Henry's imagination gets mixed up with the truth during show and tell, his teacher suggests that he write and illustrate his own stories.
Iris and Isaac
Catherine Rayner - 2010
Iris and Isaac are NOT FRIENDS. Off they stomp, in a big huff, as far away from each other as possible. And as they stomp, they see funny, strange and wonderful things. If only they were together to share them...
Baby Brains Superstar
Simon James - 2005
and Mrs. Brains played music to their baby before he was even born. Not only is their bundle of joy amazingly smart, but he's also a musical genius! After mastering the tuba, cello, drums, and electric guitar, Baby Brains declares from his stroller that "rock 'n' roll is where it's at," and soon he's preparing to headline the biggest outdoor concert in the world. Dazzling custom-made outfit . . . (single) hair expertly styled . . . being lowered by helicopter onto the massive stage as an enormous crowd roars — what could possibly keep Baby Brains from making rock 'n' roll history?
The Boys
Jeff Newman - 2010
With the help of a few old timers from the nearby park bench, our boy is coaxed out of his shell and into the game. Beautifully illustrated, this is the story about the young finding out how much fun it is to live life... And the old finding out how much life there still is to love.
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.
One Fun Day with Lewis Carroll: A Celebration of Wordplay and a Girl Named Alice
Kathleen Krull - 2018
In this gloriously illustrated picture book, Carroll's childlike love of life is showcased alongside his brilliance at creating and adapting playful words and phrases. From brillig and uglification to frumious and chortle, the award-winning author Kathleen Krull uses many of Carroll’s own words to tell the story of a man who wanted to make children laugh and whose legacy continues to entertain and delight.
The Very Lazy Ladybug Pop-Up
Isobel Finn - 1999
Now available in a pop-up edition, this acclaimed picture books tells the story of a ladybug so lazy that she doesn't know how to fly, so she catches a ride on each animal that passes by.
Bakit Matagal ang Sundo ko? / Why is my Mommy late?
Kristine Canon - 2001
Instead, her wild imagination leads her to think of whimsical situations like riding on the back of a turtle or flying with an eagle that may explain her mothers' tardiness.Awards Grand Prize, PBBY-Salanga Writer's Prize, 2001; Grand Prize, PBBY-Illustrator's Prize, 2001