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Robert Florczak · Blue Sky Press
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Boys love dangerous animals. This NO, DAVID!-inspired adventure features the wild-adventure approach of "Crocodile Hunter," as a boy encounters the deadliest and most fascinating animals on Earth.This energetic new book from talented artist Robert Florczak will have readers immediately...
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Alphasaurus

Megan E Bryant · Chronicle Books
Pages: 20
Format: Print book

In this new series of concept-based, shaped dinosaur board books, little ones will learn dinosaur names for every letter of the alphabet, identify bold shapes, practice counting skills, and discover the bright colors in the dinosaur world. Both kid-friendly and educational, these board...
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On Duck Pond

Jane Yolen · Cornell Lab Publishing Group
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

From award-winning and NY Times bestselling children's author of more than 350 books, Jane Yolen, and award-winning illustrator, Bob Marstall, On Duck Pond is the first sequel to the acclaimed On Bird Hill, which launched the children's picture book series written for the esteemed Cornell...
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Race Car Count

Rebecca Kai Dotlich · Christy Ottaviano Books
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Race car 1 honks look at me!He zooms in front with the turn of a key.Race car 2 is close behind.The sound of vroom is on his mind.This simple, rhyming text is perfect for reinforcing counting with young children, and the vibrant, energetic illustrations make this a terrific package for the youngest...
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Thunder Pug

Kim Norman · Sterling Children's Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

"Navigating friendships and popularity can be difficult for youngsters; Percy is a shining example of empowerment." - KirkusWhat's a superhero without a sidekick? This delightful follow-up to the popular Puddle Pug brings back that perfectly THUNDER-ful pug-and-pig pair: Percy...
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The Berenstain Bears Get Their Kicks

Stan Berenstain · Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback

This classic Berenstain Bears story is a perfect way to teach children about the importance of good sportsmanship and supporting one another!Come for a visit in Bear Country with this classic First Time Book® from Stan and Jan Berenstain. Brother and Sister love to play sports, so when...
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Lift-the-Flap Tab: Dollhouse

Sarah Powell · Priddy Books
Pages: 18
Format: Book

Children will love exploring all the beautiful rooms as they pay a visit to the dollhouse in this delightful board book. There are pets hiding in cupboards, cupcakes baking in the oven and beautiful party dresses in the wardrobe! With fun flaps to lift on every scene and easy-to-turn, tabbed...
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Olivia

Ian Falconer · Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pages: 40
Format: Book

Have fun with Olivia...-dressing up -singing songs -building sand castles -napping (maybe) -dancing -painting on walls -and -- whew! -- going to sleep at last.
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Thirsty Thursday

Phyllis Root · Candlewick
Format: Hardcover

A lack of rain makes snapdragons snap and tiger lilies growl — until Bonnie gets an idea — in this silly tale by a master of wordplay and an acclaimed illustrator.One Thirsty Thursday on Bonnie Bumble’s farm, everyone is dry and thirsty, especially the flowers. The black-eyed...
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Peace, Baby!

Linda Ashman · Chronicle Books
Format: Hardcover

Acclaimed author Linda Ashman gives new meaning to a familiar idea in this tale about intense feelings, compassion, conflict, and resolution. Gentle, clever rhymes illustrate the unpredictable emotions of childhood and show readers a smart way to deal with these feelings. A frustrating...
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I Kissed the Baby!

Mary Murphy · Candlewick; BRDBK edition
Format: Book

Finally -- the perfect first book for baby is available in board!"I saw the baby! Did you see the baby?""Yes! I saw the baby, the teeny weeny thing."It's so exciting! News of the baby is buzzing from animal to animal, with each one -- fish, bird, squirrel, insect,...
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National Geographic Readers: Buzz, Bee!

JENNIFER SZYMANSKI · NATL GEOGRAPHIC
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

Bzzz! Learn all about honey bees in the next pre-reader from National Geographic Kids! Through text features such as a vocabulary tree and a wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to new words and concepts -- helping them expand their understanding of the world.From the Trade Paperback...
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Yeti, Turn Out the Light!

Greg Long · Chronicle Books
Format: Book

All Yeti wants to do after a long day in the woods is to close his eyes and go to sleep. But something is not right! Shadows lurk, sounds creak, and there are monsters...or are there? This entertaining bedtime book featuring the fierce and frenetic GAMAGO Yeti will amuse and delight kids,...
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Groundhog Stays Up Late

Margery Cuyler · Walker Childrens
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Stubborn Groundhog simply can’t wait until February 2 to wake all his friends up!Groundhog loves to run and play. When winter comes, Groundhog does not want to hibernate. His friends warn that he’ll be hungry and cold and lonely, but he just won’t listen. Yet he soon...
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