An everyday visit to the pool transforms into an unforgettable celebration of the water in this remarkable picture book from Jacqueline Davies, the award-winning author of children's classic The Lemonade War, and Sonia Snchez, the illustrator of Meg Medina's Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away. A day at the community pool is full of unwater magic - dunking and diving with friends; somersaulting, walking on your hands, and bursting up through the surface like a tortoise. But when a thunderstorm comes and a little brother ventures too close to the pool's edge, will our main character be quick enough and brave enough to save the day In this energetic read-aloud, the words swim off the pages as the underwater world comes to life through lush, dynamic illustrations and visual poetry.
Katherine Tegen Books
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9780062836618
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Hardcover
No Pants!
By Grant, Jacob
Pablo and his dad are ready for a great day. It's party day! A cookout with the whole family. All they need to do is get ready. Eat breakfast. Brush teeth. Put on pants. And they'll be ready to go! Only Pablo has another idea: No Pants!Suddenly it's looking as if party time is a ways off after all. Here's a hilarious and warm-hearted look at a father-son relationship that shows there is more than one way of wearing--and thinking about--pants!
Viking Books for Young Readers
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9780593117668
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Hardcover
The Worm Family Has Its Picture Taken
By Frank, Jennifer
Emma is excited for her worm family to have their portrait taken. But when she sees her other friends' portraits, she gets discouraged. "We had the most beautiful smiles," Ellie the Chipmunk squeals. Abigail the Cat meows, "I looked gorgeous with my big poufy hair." The worm family doesn't have teeth...how will they show their beautiful smiles? They don't have hair either...how can it look big and poufy?! So Emma gathers wigs, giant fake teeth, and colorful clothing for her parents and sisters. But it's only after taking off their costumes that the worm family is able to wriggle and squiggle and squeeze into a delightful pose that only a worm family can make. And Emma? She thinks it's perfectly perfect.
Anne Schwartz Books
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9780593124789
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Hardcover
Bedtime for Bad Kitty
By Bruel, Nick
It's bedtime in the Bad Kitty household but Kitty does not want to go to bed.She doesn't want to brush her teeth.She doesn't want to put on her bunny pajamas.She doesn't want to use the potty.What she wants to do is:Finally, when she runs out of ideas (and energy) and is promised a perfect bedtime story, Kitty gives in...but can she stay awake for the ending?This new picture book in the bestselling series is sure to be a bedtime favorite, complete with a paper doll activity kit!
Roaring Brook Press
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9781250749949
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Hardcover
The Bruce Swap
By Higgins, Ryan T.
Bruce is a bear who struggles with fun. When Bruce says no to fun one too many times, Nibbs, Thistle, and Rupert secretly wish Bruce was more fun. And the geese secretly wish for sandwiches. The next morning, all their wishes come true. Bruce is cheerful. Bruce is adventurous. Bruce has pizzazz . . . and a basket of sandwiches. Except Bruce is not exactly Bruce. He's Kevin, Bruce's fun cousin. Nobody knows that Bruce has gone fishing. Nobody knows that Kevin is coming. Nobody even knows who Kevin is. But, everyone quickly learns one thing: Kevin LOVES fun. Is it possible that too much fun is no fun at all?
Disney-Hyperion
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9781368028561
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Hardcover
Atticus Caticus
By Maizes, Sarah
Atticus Caticus,ears like a bat-tat-ticus!Snap your fingers to the beat as a boy introduces us to his beloved (and oh-so-recognizably feline) cat. Whether Atticus is lying in the sun or stealing a sip from a water glass, sharpening his nails on a favorite chair or settling in for the night on his boy's head, this cat will win your heart - and maybe inspire you to improvise a few riffs of poetry about your own animal friends.
Candlewick
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9781536208405
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Hardcover
How to Apologize
By Larochelle, David
Wouldn't the world be a better place if everyone knew how to apologize? Luckily, this humorous guidebook is full of practical tips about when, why, and how to say you're sorry. From a porcupine who accidentally popped his friend's balloon to a snail who was running so fast he stepped on a sloth's toes, hilarious examples and sweet illustrations abound. For both listeners who are just learning and older readers who need a refresher, this book will come as a welcome reminder that even though apologizing can be hard, it doesn't have to be complicated.
Publisher: n/a
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9781536209440
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Hardcover
The Octopus Escapes
By Meloy, Maile
of The Apothecary series comes a poignant, lyrical tale about nature's great escape artist.The octopus is happy in his undersea cave until one day, a diver captures him and takes him to live in an aquarium. The humans give him food and tests that look like toys. But every day is the same, and the octopus soon tires of captive life. And so, under the cover of darkness, he makes his daring escape...Maile Meloy and Felicita Sala bring us a story full of excitement and heart, about the thrill of hard-won freedom and the pull of home.
G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
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9781984812698
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Hardcover
Listen Up! Train Song
By Allenby, Victoria
Toddlers love trains and the noises they make. uses repeating verse and bright photographs to match this enthusiasm with a unique take on the conceptual sound book that is perfect for reading aloud. Each spread uses onomatopoeia to highlight the ting-a ling! of subway door chimes, the chuff-a-gruff-a! of a diesel engine, and more. And after the children have sung along through the colorful pages, a final note to caregivers offers enriching, age-appropriate activities to keep building their child's foundational learning skills. A first expectation of kindergarten curriculums is for preschoolers to explore sounds, rhythms, and language structures. With repetitive, easy-to-remember verse from the award-winning author of Nat the Cat Can Sleep Like That and Shape Up, Construction Trucks!, Victoria Allenby's invites its young audience to recognize the songs of the trainyard and to proudly sing their own.
Pajama Press
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9781772782134
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Hardcover
The Berenstain Bears' Big Halloween Party
By Berenstain, Mike
Celebrate the Halloween season with your favorite family of bears in this storybook featuring three Halloween-themed extras: stickers, a spooky poster, and cards! It's trick-or-treat season in Bear Country, and the whole neighborhood is getting together for the big Halloween party at the Bear family's treehouse! There will be a big Halloween parade, ghoulish games, a monstrous costume contest, and trick-or-treating for everyone. Brother, Sister and Honey can hardly wait for all the ghostly goodies and fun! The Berenstain Bears books have been loved by generations, and with well-known characters and beautiful illustrations, this storybook is perfect for young readers celebrating Halloween. Plus with stickers, a poster, and cards, there's extra fun and value with this funny Halloween treast.
HarperCollins
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9780063024373
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Hardcover
Boo! Baa, La La La!
By Boynton, Sandra
On Halloween, the cow says BOO. She likes that word. It's something new. The littlest book-lovers and their families will enjoy following the gentle cow as she ventures out into the moonlit night, trying to discover who it was that replied to her "BOO" with a "BAA." The surprise ending is certain to delight everyone - young or old, feathered or furry. Told and illustrated with Sandra Boynton's celebrated charm and pizzazz, Boo! Baa, La La La! is a wonderful, not-scary treat, with all the markings of a Halloween classic. BOO!
Little Simon
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9781534452831
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Board book
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Ghost!
By Colandro, Lucille
You won't believe why the Old Lady swallowed a ghost, a mask, a spider, a flashlight, a cloak, some crows, and a potion!There was an old lady who swallowed a ghost. I don't know why she swallowed a ghost but she didn't boast.Filled with hilarious illustrations and fun rhyming text, this is the latest book in the Old Lady series that's perfect for young readers.
Scholastic Inc.; Illustrated edition
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9781338668308
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Board book
Find Spot at the Halloween Party
By Hill, Eric
Celebrate Halloween with Spot in this spooky lift-the-flap board book!Join Spot and his friends as they dress up in spooky costumes for a Halloween party. Halloween is an exciting first experience for little ones, and Spot can't wait for all of the magic to begin - he loves Halloween! With bold, simple design, and plenty of humor, this brand new Spot adventure is full of unexpected lift-the-flap surprises and all the fun that has made the original Where's Spot? a children's classic.
Warne
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9780241392409
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Board book
The Cat Wants Cuddles
By Crumble, P.
This hilariously grumpy cat absolutely does not want to cuddle and he is not going to change his mind -- or will he? Kevin is a spunky, independent cat who does not want a pat. He does not want a tickle. And he certainly does not want to cuddle. All Kevin wants is to be left ALONE. That is, until he sees Dog getting pet, tickled, and cuddled, and realizes that a little attention might not be so bad. The Cat Wants Cuddles introduces a hilarious cast of characters who kids will love immediately. Full of tongue-in-cheek humor and funny asides, this book is sure to become a kid favorite.
Orchard Books
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9781338741223
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Paperback
Halloween Is Coming!
By Everett, Cal
A fun, rhyming read-aloud Halloween picture book that starts a new holiday tradition. Perfect for kids 4-8 or any young child wanting to celebrate the spookiest season of the year!Marching in the school paradein frightening costumes that we've made;Look around, the signs are clear,Halloween is getting near!Halloween is Coming is a lyrical celebration of the building excitement that childrenand adults!feel as the magical and mysterious night of Halloween approaches.
Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
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9781728205861
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Hardcover
My Heart Fills With Happiness / Nijiikendam
By Smith, Monique Gray
The sun on your face. The smell of warm bannock baking in the oven. Holding the hand of someone you love. What fills your heart with happiness? This beautiful board book, with illustrations from celebrated artist Julie Flett, serves as a reminder for little ones and adults alike to reflect on and cherish the moments in life that bring us joy. International speaker and award-winning author Monique Gray Smith wrote My Heart Fills With Happiness to support the wellness of Indigenous children and families and to encourage young children to reflect on what makes them happy. Orca Book Publishers is proud to offer this picture book as a dual-language (English and Anishinaabemowin) edition.
Publisher: n/a
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9781459825390
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(Ojibwa) Hardcover
You Hold Me Up / Gimanaadenim
By Smith, Monique Gray
This vibrant picture book, beautifully illustrated by celebrated artist Danielle Daniel, encourages children to show love and support for each other and to consider each other's well-being in their every-day actions. Consultant, international speaker and award-winning author Monique Gray Smith wrote You Hold Me Up to prompt a dialogue among young people, their care providers and educators about Reconciliation and the importance of the connections children make with their friends, classmates and families. This is a foundational book about building relationships, fostering empathy and encouraging respect between peers, starting with our littlest citizens. Orca Book Publishers is proud to offer this picture book as a dual-language (English and Anishinaabemowin) edition.
Publisher: n/a
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9781459827196
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(Ojibwa) Hardcover
The Leaf Thief
By Hemming, Alice
Perfect for fans of Fletcher and the Falling Leaves, The Leaf Thief is a funny picture book that teaches kids about autumn, adapting to change, and the seasons.Squirrel loves counting the leaves on his treered leaves, gold leaves, orange, and more. But hold on! One of his leaves is missing! On a quest to find the missing leaf, Squirrel teams up with his good friend Bird to discover who the leaf thief could be among their forest friends.With vibrant art and captivating characters, the magic of autumn is captured beautifully on each page as readers tag along Squirrel's forest adventure. Is there truly a leaf thief afoot, or is something else going on in Squirrel's forest A perfect exploration of changeboth seasonal, and the anxiety that change sometimes causes.
Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
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9781728235202
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Hardcover
The Bad Seed
By John, Jory
Halloween is the Bad Seed's favorite holiday of the year. But what's a seed to do when he can't find a show-stopping costume for the big night? Postpone trick-or-treating for everyone, of course! Can he get a costume together in time? Or will this seed return to his ways? Find out in this hilarious, charming, and thought-provoking continuation of Jory John and Pete Oswald's bestselling series.
Harperfestival
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9780062954541
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Hardcover
Pinkalicious
By Kann, Victoria
From the New York Times bestselling author Victoria Kann comes a new gift-friendly hardcover edition of the most popular Pinkalicious Halloween story of them all, Pinkalicious: Pink or Treat! Perfect for gift giving, this storybook includes a holiday poster, Halloween greeting cards, and a pinktastic sticker sheet!Pinkalicious LOVES Halloween! With a Pinkagirl costume prepared, Pinkalicious can't wait to dress up and trick-or-treat. But when a big storm makes the power go out the night before Halloween, the mayor sends out an emergency message canceling the big day.Pinkalicious is devastated - how could this happen on her favorite day of the year? Pinkalicious decides that just because she won't be dressed up as Pinkagirl doesn't mean she still can't have Pinkagirl's superhero powers.
HarperCollins
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9780063029439
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Hardcover
How to Catch a Gingerbread Man
By Wallace, Adam
From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling team comes a new, fun and fantastical adventure in the How to Catch series! Filled with zany STEAM traps and classic story favorites, this is the gingerbread man book of the year!Try to catch one of the world's most classic fairy tale characters -- the Gingerbread Man! In a bookstore during story time, the Gingerbread Man leaps from his storybook and magically comes to life. Can YOU help catch it? Follow along as the Gingerbread Man runs loose with the help of other famous characters including Robin Hood, Sherlock Holmes, Peter Rabbit, and more! In this gingerbread book for kids, if you set the right traps, and solve all the puzzles, you might...just might be able to catch this wily gingerbread cookie and finish the fairy tale!When the storyteller starts to read,"Run, run, as fast as you can,"I'm off in a start, and you'll have to be smartTo catch me, the Gingerbread Man!Also in the How to Catch Series:How to Catch a UnicornHow to Catch a MermaidHow to Catch a DinosaurHow to Catch an ElfHow to Catch a Monsterand more!.
Sourcebooks Wonderland
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9781728209357
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Hardcover
I Is for Immigrants
By Alko, Selina
What do African dance, samosas, and Japanese gardens have in common? They are all gifts the United States received from immigrants: the vibrant, multifaceted people who share their heritage and traditions to enrich the fabric of our daily lives. From Jewish delis to bagpipes, bodegas and Zen Buddhism, this joyful ABC journey is a celebration of immigrants: our neighbors, our friends.
Publisher: n/a
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9781250237866
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Hardcover
My Voice Is a Trumpet
By Allen, Jimmie
From rising country star Jimmie Allen comes a lyrical celebration of the many types of voices that can effect change. From voices tall as a tree, to voices small as a bee, all it takes is confidence and a belief in the goodness of others to change the world. Coming at a time when issues of social justice are at the forefront of our society, this is the perfect book to teach children that they're not too young to express what they believe in and that all voices are valuable.
Publisher: n/a
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9780593352182
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Hardcover
Wild is the Wind
By Baker-smith, Grahame
Cassi watches a little swift dive and swoop in the still air. In the rising sun the world seems to be holding its breath. Then a small breeze stirs the leaves in the trees, and as the wind grows bolder, a whiff of danger sends small creatures running for cover. Across the ocean, the wind awakes with a fury, whipping the waves and cresting each one with wild white horses. And further on, around the still eye of a hurricane, clouds are carved into a great spiral, howling with stormy power. All this is witnessed by the swift as it finally comes to nest on the other side of the world, where the great wind has abated. Follow the amazing path of a swift in Kate Greenaway Award-winning illustrator Grahame Baker-Smith's follow-up to The Rhythm of the Rain.
Templar
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9781536217926
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Hardcover
Secret, Secret Agent Guy
By Bigwood, Kira
Dear Fellow Agents: Your mission - should you choose to accept it - is to join Secret, Secret Agent Guy on his bedtime assignment, code name: Operation Lollipop. Equipped with night-vision goggles, a jetpack, and grappling hook, he is prepared for every eventuality...or is he? Will this 007-year-old complete his covert quest, or will he be outsmarted by an adversary he never saw coming?
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
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9781534469211
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Hardcover
The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Forest Hide & Seek
By Carle, Eric
Who is in the forest where it's bright and sunny? Busy, buzzing bees making tasty honey! Play hide-and-seek with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this fantastic finger trail lift-the-flap book! With a gentle rhyming narrative and an introduction to woodland friends, this book is perfect for little explorers.
World of Eric Carle
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9780593226667
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Board book
Bodies Are Cool
By Feder, Tyler
From the way a body jiggles to the scars a body bears, this picture book is a pure celebration of all the different human bodies that exist in the world. Highlighting the various skin tones, body shapes, and hair types is just the beginning in this truly inclusive book. With its cheerful illustrations and exuberant refrain, this book will instill body positivity and confidence in the youngest of readers.
Dial Books; Illustrated edition
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9780593112625
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Hardcover
My Teacher and Me
By Hargreaves, Adam
The Mr. Men and Little Miss are here to show your teacher just how great you think they are. From giving you the confidence to shine, to instilling in you a love of learning, teachers are clever, wise, and fun--all the very best Mr. Men and Little Miss rolled into one!
Publisher: n/a
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9780593224144
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Paperback
Dino-Gro
By Myers, Matt
Cole is very excited about his new Dino-Gro toy. He can't wait for it to reach its full size! But when Dino-Gro becomes much larger than intended, Cole goes so far as to put Dino-Gro on a liquid-free diet and an exercise regimen, which don't seem to make a difference! As Dino-Gro becomes so big that he can't fit in the house, Cole learns that growing up and getting bigger can have advantages too, even if you're not a dinosaur.For fans of Tiny T. Rex and We Don't Eat Our Classmates, this sweet and hilarious read-aloud is fun for kids to learn the importance of growing up big and strong.
Random House Studio
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9780593179871
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Hardcover
School Is Cool!
By Hello!lucky,
What you learn in school will last all year! So how about a hooray-for-school cheer? In this exuberant picture book from the bestselling Hello!Lucky team, a friendly narrator prepares young readers for their first day of school with humor and encouragement. A fifth color throughout makes School Is Cool! the perfect back-to-school gift for those gearing up for their big day, whether they are worried about not knowing the rules, how to make friends, or how to fit in.
Abrams Appleseed
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9781419751103
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Hardcover
Sesame Street
By Newman, Robin
An interactive picture book, Breathe, Think, Do with Elmo follows Elmo as he faces common problems that leave him feeling jealous, nervous, shy, and scared. Your young reader will be prompted to: with Elmo and Grover, taking three deep breaths to calm down through three possible solutions to Elmo's problems, and See how each solution plays out! Based on Sesame Street's popular Breathe, Think, Do app and introducing important emotional vocabulary, a calm breathing technique, and encouragements along the way, the book helps teach essential problem-solving skills that will serve little monsters well at daycare, school, and beyond!
Running Press Kids
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9780762470389
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Hardcover
Shapes in the City
By Vanvoorst, Jenny Fretland
Shapes in the City takes readers on an urban journey, pointing out the many familiar shapes they encounter on buildings, sidewalks, and signs. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they hunt for shapes in the city.
Bullfrog Books
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9781620312001
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Hardcover
Shapes on the Farm
By Vanvoorst, Jenny Fretland
Shapes on the Farm takes readers on an trip to a farm, pointing out the many familiar shapes they encounter in the farm's buildings, foods, and fields. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they hunt for shapes on the farm.
Jump!, Inc.,
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9781620312018
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Print book
Shapes at School
By Vanvoorst, Jenny Fretland
Shapes at School takes readers through a day at school, pointing out the many familiar shapes they encounter in the classroom, in the lunchroom, and on the playground. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they hunt for shapes at school.
Jump!, Inc.,
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9781620312032
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Print book
Shapes by the Sea
By Vanvoorst, Jenny Fretland
Shapes by the Sea takes readers on an trip to the seaside, pointing out the many familiar shapes they encounter at the beach and underwater. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they hunt for shapes by the sea.
Jump!, Inc.,
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9781620312025
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Print book
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How to Be Kind in Kindergarten
By Steinberg, D.j.
Small enough to fit in a child's backpack, this collection of short poems--one to a page--spans the entire year of kindergarten, offering sweet and simple tips on how to be your best self--sharing your umbrella with a friend; taking turns on the swings, and inviting someone to join in a game. This is the perfect companion to DJ Steinberg's enormously successful Kindergarten, Here I Come!
Publisher: n/a
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9780593226728
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Paperback
One, Two, Grandma Loves You
By Becker, Shelly
One, two, Grandma loves you.Three, four, visit more.Five, six, precious pics.Seven, eight, mark the date. A young girl and her grandmother count up to their next visit and then do all of their favorite things together in this joyful rhyming picture book.
Abrams Appleseed
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9781419742187
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Hardcover
Trick or Treat, Crankenstein
By Berger, Samantha
This year, Crankenstein's favorite day of all has gone rotten! Creepy-cool costumes, super-scary jack-o'-lanterns, and wicked loads of candy have been RUINED by costume disasters, pumpkin-carving nightmares, and a terribly untimely toothache! MEHHRRRR!!! Can Halloween be saved, or will today turn into the crankiest Halloween in history?Even the grumpiest kiddos will cheerfully gobble up a bucket full of delicious laughs in this follow-up to Crankenstein and A Crankenstein Valentine.
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
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9780316458092
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Hardcover
Families Grow
By Saks, Dan
A wish began your journeyAnd now that you are hereOur family has grown with loveWith love for you, my dear.This warm appreciation of love invites the youngest readers to share in the joy and excitement of expecting families. The lyrical, rhyming text subtly references pregnancy, surrogacy, and adoption, gently touching on the different ways a family can grow. The book's celebratory yet comforting tone incites both appreciation and understanding, leaving readers with a lasting message of unconditional familial love. Includes a simple glossary at the end.
Rise x Penguin Workshop
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9780593223673
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Board book
Cat Problems
By John, Jory
Just like most cats, this cat lives an extremely comfortable life. But he has his problems too! The sun spot he's trying to bathe in won't stop moving. He keeps getting served dry food instead of wet. And don't even get him started on the vacuum--it's an absolute menace!--and the nosy neighbor squirrel that just can't seem to mind its own business. Will this cat ever find the silver lining?Jory John and Lane Smith once again air their grievances in this must-have companion book to Penguin Problems and Giraffe Problems.
Random House Studio
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9780593302132
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Hardcover
When Grandfather Flew
By Maclachlan, Patricia
Milo's grandfather is fascinated with birds. He admires their freedom and never loses an opportunity to point out the things that make them special. He can't see like he used to, so Milo helps him spot and take care of some of his favorites: hovering Kestrels, fragile Chickadees, and the soaring Bald Eagle. One day when Milo comes home, Grandpa isn't there, but when he sees a Bald Eagle swoop through the sky above, he knows Grandpa got his wish of being reborn in the skies.With When Grandfather Flew, acclaimed author Patricia MacLachlan brings readers an honest, reflective, and deeply moving portrait of grief and memory.
Neal Porter Books
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9780823444892
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Hardcover
Pumpkin Heads
By Minor, Wendell
Award-winning author and artist Wendell Minor uses simple language and striking autumn settings to celebrate jack-o'-lanterns in this reissue of a Halloween classic. The perfect holiday read aloud, Pumpkin Heads takes readers and trick-or-treaters from the pumpkin patch for picking, all the way home for carving, and gets everyone in the Halloween spirit.
Charlesbridge
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9781580899352
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Hardcover
My Little Pony
By Hasbro,
Based on the hit animated series and bestselling Hasbro toy, the My Little Pony friends come together to celebrate Nightmare Night in Ponyville. This spooky storybook includes over 50 stickers! Join the ponies and their pals as they celebrate their version of Halloween - Nightmare Night. They dress up in silly costumes, collect lots of candy, and tell spooky stories about the evil Nightmare Moon!When Princess Luna accidentally frightens the other ponies, it's up to Twilight to help her friend and make sure all the ponies have a fun (and spooky!) Nightmare Night. This storybook is the perfect addition to any My Little Pony fan's trick-or-treat bag. Little ones will spend hours playing with the over 50 Halloween stickers!
HarperCollins
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9780063063471
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Paperback
Turkey Goes to School
By Silvano, Wendi
School is starting soon and Turkey can't wait. Each day, he and his barnyard friends practice their writing and math. But when the school bus rolls up, they are booted off. It turns out that animals aren't allowed to attend school. Pig calls it "hogwash," and Turkey agrees. All he has to do is find a way to show the students and the principal that turkeys -- and their friends -- do belong in school. With a gobble, gobble here; a gobble, gobble there; and a few clever costumes, he just might.
Two Lions
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9781542023641
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Hardcover
What I Am
By Srinivasan, Divya
A young narrator describes herself: a girl, a granddaughter, Indian, and American. Soon, we see the young girl as a plethora of things: selfish and generous, mean and kind, brave and mischievous. While many of these qualities oppose each other, the context and illustrations make it abundantly clear that she speaks the truth. She is a walking contradiction, and that is precisely what makes her both a unique individual and an essential piece of the greater world around her. Divya Srinivasan shows what makes us human and proud to be who we are.
Viking Books for Young Readers
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9780593204016
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Hardcover
Spidey and His Amazing Friends Panther Patience
By Books, Disney
Patience is a super skill!Spidey will have to learn a thing or two about patience before they can stop an evil super scientist from pulling off a heist. This exciting 8x8 storybook comes with two sheets of stickers!
Bubbles . . . Up!
By Davies, Jacqueline
An everyday visit to the pool transforms into an unforgettable celebration of the water in this remarkable picture book from Jacqueline Davies, the award-winning author of children's classic The Lemonade War, and Sonia Snchez, the illustrator of Meg Medina's Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away. A day at the community pool is full of unwater magic - dunking and diving with friends; somersaulting, walking on your hands, and bursting up through the surface like a tortoise. But when a thunderstorm comes and a little brother ventures too close to the pool's edge, will our main character be quick enough and brave enough to save the day In this energetic read-aloud, the words swim off the pages as the underwater world comes to life through lush, dynamic illustrations and visual poetry.
No Pants!
By Grant, Jacob
Pablo and his dad are ready for a great day. It's party day! A cookout with the whole family. All they need to do is get ready. Eat breakfast. Brush teeth. Put on pants. And they'll be ready to go! Only Pablo has another idea: No Pants!Suddenly it's looking as if party time is a ways off after all. Here's a hilarious and warm-hearted look at a father-son relationship that shows there is more than one way of wearing--and thinking about--pants!
The Worm Family Has Its Picture Taken
By Frank, Jennifer
Emma is excited for her worm family to have their portrait taken. But when she sees her other friends' portraits, she gets discouraged. "We had the most beautiful smiles," Ellie the Chipmunk squeals. Abigail the Cat meows, "I looked gorgeous with my big poufy hair." The worm family doesn't have teeth...how will they show their beautiful smiles? They don't have hair either...how can it look big and poufy?! So Emma gathers wigs, giant fake teeth, and colorful clothing for her parents and sisters. But it's only after taking off their costumes that the worm family is able to wriggle and squiggle and squeeze into a delightful pose that only a worm family can make. And Emma? She thinks it's perfectly perfect.
Bedtime for Bad Kitty
By Bruel, Nick
It's bedtime in the Bad Kitty household but Kitty does not want to go to bed.She doesn't want to brush her teeth.She doesn't want to put on her bunny pajamas.She doesn't want to use the potty.What she wants to do is:Finally, when she runs out of ideas (and energy) and is promised a perfect bedtime story, Kitty gives in...but can she stay awake for the ending?This new picture book in the bestselling series is sure to be a bedtime favorite, complete with a paper doll activity kit!
The Bruce Swap
By Higgins, Ryan T.
Bruce is a bear who struggles with fun. When Bruce says no to fun one too many times, Nibbs, Thistle, and Rupert secretly wish Bruce was more fun. And the geese secretly wish for sandwiches. The next morning, all their wishes come true. Bruce is cheerful. Bruce is adventurous. Bruce has pizzazz . . . and a basket of sandwiches. Except Bruce is not exactly Bruce. He's Kevin, Bruce's fun cousin. Nobody knows that Bruce has gone fishing. Nobody knows that Kevin is coming. Nobody even knows who Kevin is. But, everyone quickly learns one thing: Kevin LOVES fun. Is it possible that too much fun is no fun at all?
Atticus Caticus
By Maizes, Sarah
Atticus Caticus,ears like a bat-tat-ticus!Snap your fingers to the beat as a boy introduces us to his beloved (and oh-so-recognizably feline) cat. Whether Atticus is lying in the sun or stealing a sip from a water glass, sharpening his nails on a favorite chair or settling in for the night on his boy's head, this cat will win your heart - and maybe inspire you to improvise a few riffs of poetry about your own animal friends.
How to Apologize
By Larochelle, David
Wouldn't the world be a better place if everyone knew how to apologize? Luckily, this humorous guidebook is full of practical tips about when, why, and how to say you're sorry. From a porcupine who accidentally popped his friend's balloon to a snail who was running so fast he stepped on a sloth's toes, hilarious examples and sweet illustrations abound. For both listeners who are just learning and older readers who need a refresher, this book will come as a welcome reminder that even though apologizing can be hard, it doesn't have to be complicated.
The Octopus Escapes
By Meloy, Maile
of The Apothecary series comes a poignant, lyrical tale about nature's great escape artist.The octopus is happy in his undersea cave until one day, a diver captures him and takes him to live in an aquarium. The humans give him food and tests that look like toys. But every day is the same, and the octopus soon tires of captive life. And so, under the cover of darkness, he makes his daring escape...Maile Meloy and Felicita Sala bring us a story full of excitement and heart, about the thrill of hard-won freedom and the pull of home.
Listen Up! Train Song
By Allenby, Victoria
Toddlers love trains and the noises they make. uses repeating verse and bright photographs to match this enthusiasm with a unique take on the conceptual sound book that is perfect for reading aloud. Each spread uses onomatopoeia to highlight the ting-a ling! of subway door chimes, the chuff-a-gruff-a! of a diesel engine, and more. And after the children have sung along through the colorful pages, a final note to caregivers offers enriching, age-appropriate activities to keep building their child's foundational learning skills. A first expectation of kindergarten curriculums is for preschoolers to explore sounds, rhythms, and language structures. With repetitive, easy-to-remember verse from the award-winning author of Nat the Cat Can Sleep Like That and Shape Up, Construction Trucks!, Victoria Allenby's invites its young audience to recognize the songs of the trainyard and to proudly sing their own.
The Berenstain Bears' Big Halloween Party
By Berenstain, Mike
Celebrate the Halloween season with your favorite family of bears in this storybook featuring three Halloween-themed extras: stickers, a spooky poster, and cards! It's trick-or-treat season in Bear Country, and the whole neighborhood is getting together for the big Halloween party at the Bear family's treehouse! There will be a big Halloween parade, ghoulish games, a monstrous costume contest, and trick-or-treating for everyone. Brother, Sister and Honey can hardly wait for all the ghostly goodies and fun! The Berenstain Bears books have been loved by generations, and with well-known characters and beautiful illustrations, this storybook is perfect for young readers celebrating Halloween. Plus with stickers, a poster, and cards, there's extra fun and value with this funny Halloween treast.
Boo! Baa, La La La!
By Boynton, Sandra
On Halloween, the cow says BOO. She likes that word. It's something new. The littlest book-lovers and their families will enjoy following the gentle cow as she ventures out into the moonlit night, trying to discover who it was that replied to her "BOO" with a "BAA." The surprise ending is certain to delight everyone - young or old, feathered or furry. Told and illustrated with Sandra Boynton's celebrated charm and pizzazz, Boo! Baa, La La La! is a wonderful, not-scary treat, with all the markings of a Halloween classic. BOO!
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Ghost!
By Colandro, Lucille
You won't believe why the Old Lady swallowed a ghost, a mask, a spider, a flashlight, a cloak, some crows, and a potion!There was an old lady who swallowed a ghost. I don't know why she swallowed a ghost but she didn't boast.Filled with hilarious illustrations and fun rhyming text, this is the latest book in the Old Lady series that's perfect for young readers.
Find Spot at the Halloween Party
By Hill, Eric
Celebrate Halloween with Spot in this spooky lift-the-flap board book!Join Spot and his friends as they dress up in spooky costumes for a Halloween party. Halloween is an exciting first experience for little ones, and Spot can't wait for all of the magic to begin - he loves Halloween! With bold, simple design, and plenty of humor, this brand new Spot adventure is full of unexpected lift-the-flap surprises and all the fun that has made the original Where's Spot? a children's classic.
The Cat Wants Cuddles
By Crumble, P.
This hilariously grumpy cat absolutely does not want to cuddle and he is not going to change his mind -- or will he? Kevin is a spunky, independent cat who does not want a pat. He does not want a tickle. And he certainly does not want to cuddle. All Kevin wants is to be left ALONE. That is, until he sees Dog getting pet, tickled, and cuddled, and realizes that a little attention might not be so bad. The Cat Wants Cuddles introduces a hilarious cast of characters who kids will love immediately. Full of tongue-in-cheek humor and funny asides, this book is sure to become a kid favorite.
Halloween Is Coming!
By Everett, Cal
A fun, rhyming read-aloud Halloween picture book that starts a new holiday tradition. Perfect for kids 4-8 or any young child wanting to celebrate the spookiest season of the year!Marching in the school paradein frightening costumes that we've made;Look around, the signs are clear,Halloween is getting near!Halloween is Coming is a lyrical celebration of the building excitement that childrenand adults!feel as the magical and mysterious night of Halloween approaches.
My Heart Fills With Happiness / Nijiikendam
By Smith, Monique Gray
The sun on your face. The smell of warm bannock baking in the oven. Holding the hand of someone you love. What fills your heart with happiness? This beautiful board book, with illustrations from celebrated artist Julie Flett, serves as a reminder for little ones and adults alike to reflect on and cherish the moments in life that bring us joy. International speaker and award-winning author Monique Gray Smith wrote My Heart Fills With Happiness to support the wellness of Indigenous children and families and to encourage young children to reflect on what makes them happy. Orca Book Publishers is proud to offer this picture book as a dual-language (English and Anishinaabemowin) edition.
You Hold Me Up / Gimanaadenim
By Smith, Monique Gray
This vibrant picture book, beautifully illustrated by celebrated artist Danielle Daniel, encourages children to show love and support for each other and to consider each other's well-being in their every-day actions. Consultant, international speaker and award-winning author Monique Gray Smith wrote You Hold Me Up to prompt a dialogue among young people, their care providers and educators about Reconciliation and the importance of the connections children make with their friends, classmates and families. This is a foundational book about building relationships, fostering empathy and encouraging respect between peers, starting with our littlest citizens. Orca Book Publishers is proud to offer this picture book as a dual-language (English and Anishinaabemowin) edition.
The Leaf Thief
By Hemming, Alice
Perfect for fans of Fletcher and the Falling Leaves, The Leaf Thief is a funny picture book that teaches kids about autumn, adapting to change, and the seasons.Squirrel loves counting the leaves on his treered leaves, gold leaves, orange, and more. But hold on! One of his leaves is missing! On a quest to find the missing leaf, Squirrel teams up with his good friend Bird to discover who the leaf thief could be among their forest friends.With vibrant art and captivating characters, the magic of autumn is captured beautifully on each page as readers tag along Squirrel's forest adventure. Is there truly a leaf thief afoot, or is something else going on in Squirrel's forest A perfect exploration of changeboth seasonal, and the anxiety that change sometimes causes.
The Bad Seed
By John, Jory
Halloween is the Bad Seed's favorite holiday of the year. But what's a seed to do when he can't find a show-stopping costume for the big night? Postpone trick-or-treating for everyone, of course! Can he get a costume together in time? Or will this seed return to his ways? Find out in this hilarious, charming, and thought-provoking continuation of Jory John and Pete Oswald's bestselling series.
Pinkalicious
By Kann, Victoria
From the New York Times bestselling author Victoria Kann comes a new gift-friendly hardcover edition of the most popular Pinkalicious Halloween story of them all, Pinkalicious: Pink or Treat! Perfect for gift giving, this storybook includes a holiday poster, Halloween greeting cards, and a pinktastic sticker sheet!Pinkalicious LOVES Halloween! With a Pinkagirl costume prepared, Pinkalicious can't wait to dress up and trick-or-treat. But when a big storm makes the power go out the night before Halloween, the mayor sends out an emergency message canceling the big day.Pinkalicious is devastated - how could this happen on her favorite day of the year? Pinkalicious decides that just because she won't be dressed up as Pinkagirl doesn't mean she still can't have Pinkagirl's superhero powers.
How to Catch a Gingerbread Man
By Wallace, Adam
From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling team comes a new, fun and fantastical adventure in the How to Catch series! Filled with zany STEAM traps and classic story favorites, this is the gingerbread man book of the year!Try to catch one of the world's most classic fairy tale characters -- the Gingerbread Man! In a bookstore during story time, the Gingerbread Man leaps from his storybook and magically comes to life. Can YOU help catch it? Follow along as the Gingerbread Man runs loose with the help of other famous characters including Robin Hood, Sherlock Holmes, Peter Rabbit, and more! In this gingerbread book for kids, if you set the right traps, and solve all the puzzles, you might...just might be able to catch this wily gingerbread cookie and finish the fairy tale!When the storyteller starts to read,"Run, run, as fast as you can,"I'm off in a start, and you'll have to be smartTo catch me, the Gingerbread Man!Also in the How to Catch Series:How to Catch a UnicornHow to Catch a MermaidHow to Catch a DinosaurHow to Catch an ElfHow to Catch a Monsterand more!.
I Is for Immigrants
By Alko, Selina
What do African dance, samosas, and Japanese gardens have in common? They are all gifts the United States received from immigrants: the vibrant, multifaceted people who share their heritage and traditions to enrich the fabric of our daily lives. From Jewish delis to bagpipes, bodegas and Zen Buddhism, this joyful ABC journey is a celebration of immigrants: our neighbors, our friends.
My Voice Is a Trumpet
By Allen, Jimmie
From rising country star Jimmie Allen comes a lyrical celebration of the many types of voices that can effect change. From voices tall as a tree, to voices small as a bee, all it takes is confidence and a belief in the goodness of others to change the world. Coming at a time when issues of social justice are at the forefront of our society, this is the perfect book to teach children that they're not too young to express what they believe in and that all voices are valuable.
Wild is the Wind
By Baker-smith, Grahame
Cassi watches a little swift dive and swoop in the still air. In the rising sun the world seems to be holding its breath. Then a small breeze stirs the leaves in the trees, and as the wind grows bolder, a whiff of danger sends small creatures running for cover. Across the ocean, the wind awakes with a fury, whipping the waves and cresting each one with wild white horses. And further on, around the still eye of a hurricane, clouds are carved into a great spiral, howling with stormy power. All this is witnessed by the swift as it finally comes to nest on the other side of the world, where the great wind has abated. Follow the amazing path of a swift in Kate Greenaway Award-winning illustrator Grahame Baker-Smith's follow-up to The Rhythm of the Rain.
Secret, Secret Agent Guy
By Bigwood, Kira
Dear Fellow Agents: Your mission - should you choose to accept it - is to join Secret, Secret Agent Guy on his bedtime assignment, code name: Operation Lollipop. Equipped with night-vision goggles, a jetpack, and grappling hook, he is prepared for every eventuality...or is he? Will this 007-year-old complete his covert quest, or will he be outsmarted by an adversary he never saw coming?
The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Forest Hide & Seek
By Carle, Eric
Who is in the forest where it's bright and sunny? Busy, buzzing bees making tasty honey! Play hide-and-seek with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this fantastic finger trail lift-the-flap book! With a gentle rhyming narrative and an introduction to woodland friends, this book is perfect for little explorers.
Bodies Are Cool
By Feder, Tyler
From the way a body jiggles to the scars a body bears, this picture book is a pure celebration of all the different human bodies that exist in the world. Highlighting the various skin tones, body shapes, and hair types is just the beginning in this truly inclusive book. With its cheerful illustrations and exuberant refrain, this book will instill body positivity and confidence in the youngest of readers.
My Teacher and Me
By Hargreaves, Adam
The Mr. Men and Little Miss are here to show your teacher just how great you think they are. From giving you the confidence to shine, to instilling in you a love of learning, teachers are clever, wise, and fun--all the very best Mr. Men and Little Miss rolled into one!
Dino-Gro
By Myers, Matt
Cole is very excited about his new Dino-Gro toy. He can't wait for it to reach its full size! But when Dino-Gro becomes much larger than intended, Cole goes so far as to put Dino-Gro on a liquid-free diet and an exercise regimen, which don't seem to make a difference! As Dino-Gro becomes so big that he can't fit in the house, Cole learns that growing up and getting bigger can have advantages too, even if you're not a dinosaur.For fans of Tiny T. Rex and We Don't Eat Our Classmates, this sweet and hilarious read-aloud is fun for kids to learn the importance of growing up big and strong.
School Is Cool!
By Hello!lucky,
What you learn in school will last all year! So how about a hooray-for-school cheer? In this exuberant picture book from the bestselling Hello!Lucky team, a friendly narrator prepares young readers for their first day of school with humor and encouragement. A fifth color throughout makes School Is Cool! the perfect back-to-school gift for those gearing up for their big day, whether they are worried about not knowing the rules, how to make friends, or how to fit in.
Sesame Street
By Newman, Robin
An interactive picture book, Breathe, Think, Do with Elmo follows Elmo as he faces common problems that leave him feeling jealous, nervous, shy, and scared. Your young reader will be prompted to: with Elmo and Grover, taking three deep breaths to calm down through three possible solutions to Elmo's problems, and See how each solution plays out! Based on Sesame Street's popular Breathe, Think, Do app and introducing important emotional vocabulary, a calm breathing technique, and encouragements along the way, the book helps teach essential problem-solving skills that will serve little monsters well at daycare, school, and beyond!
Shapes in the City
By Vanvoorst, Jenny Fretland
Shapes in the City takes readers on an urban journey, pointing out the many familiar shapes they encounter on buildings, sidewalks, and signs. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they hunt for shapes in the city.
Shapes on the Farm
By Vanvoorst, Jenny Fretland
Shapes on the Farm takes readers on an trip to a farm, pointing out the many familiar shapes they encounter in the farm's buildings, foods, and fields. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they hunt for shapes on the farm.
Shapes at School
By Vanvoorst, Jenny Fretland
Shapes at School takes readers through a day at school, pointing out the many familiar shapes they encounter in the classroom, in the lunchroom, and on the playground. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they hunt for shapes at school.
Shapes by the Sea
By Vanvoorst, Jenny Fretland
Shapes by the Sea takes readers on an trip to the seaside, pointing out the many familiar shapes they encounter at the beach and underwater. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they hunt for shapes by the sea.
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How to Be Kind in Kindergarten
By Steinberg, D.j.
Small enough to fit in a child's backpack, this collection of short poems--one to a page--spans the entire year of kindergarten, offering sweet and simple tips on how to be your best self--sharing your umbrella with a friend; taking turns on the swings, and inviting someone to join in a game. This is the perfect companion to DJ Steinberg's enormously successful Kindergarten, Here I Come!
One, Two, Grandma Loves You
By Becker, Shelly
One, two, Grandma loves you.Three, four, visit more.Five, six, precious pics.Seven, eight, mark the date. A young girl and her grandmother count up to their next visit and then do all of their favorite things together in this joyful rhyming picture book.
Trick or Treat, Crankenstein
By Berger, Samantha
This year, Crankenstein's favorite day of all has gone rotten! Creepy-cool costumes, super-scary jack-o'-lanterns, and wicked loads of candy have been RUINED by costume disasters, pumpkin-carving nightmares, and a terribly untimely toothache! MEHHRRRR!!! Can Halloween be saved, or will today turn into the crankiest Halloween in history?Even the grumpiest kiddos will cheerfully gobble up a bucket full of delicious laughs in this follow-up to Crankenstein and A Crankenstein Valentine.
Families Grow
By Saks, Dan
A wish began your journeyAnd now that you are hereOur family has grown with loveWith love for you, my dear.This warm appreciation of love invites the youngest readers to share in the joy and excitement of expecting families. The lyrical, rhyming text subtly references pregnancy, surrogacy, and adoption, gently touching on the different ways a family can grow. The book's celebratory yet comforting tone incites both appreciation and understanding, leaving readers with a lasting message of unconditional familial love. Includes a simple glossary at the end.
Cat Problems
By John, Jory
Just like most cats, this cat lives an extremely comfortable life. But he has his problems too! The sun spot he's trying to bathe in won't stop moving. He keeps getting served dry food instead of wet. And don't even get him started on the vacuum--it's an absolute menace!--and the nosy neighbor squirrel that just can't seem to mind its own business. Will this cat ever find the silver lining?Jory John and Lane Smith once again air their grievances in this must-have companion book to Penguin Problems and Giraffe Problems.
When Grandfather Flew
By Maclachlan, Patricia
Milo's grandfather is fascinated with birds. He admires their freedom and never loses an opportunity to point out the things that make them special. He can't see like he used to, so Milo helps him spot and take care of some of his favorites: hovering Kestrels, fragile Chickadees, and the soaring Bald Eagle. One day when Milo comes home, Grandpa isn't there, but when he sees a Bald Eagle swoop through the sky above, he knows Grandpa got his wish of being reborn in the skies.With When Grandfather Flew, acclaimed author Patricia MacLachlan brings readers an honest, reflective, and deeply moving portrait of grief and memory.
Pumpkin Heads
By Minor, Wendell
Award-winning author and artist Wendell Minor uses simple language and striking autumn settings to celebrate jack-o'-lanterns in this reissue of a Halloween classic. The perfect holiday read aloud, Pumpkin Heads takes readers and trick-or-treaters from the pumpkin patch for picking, all the way home for carving, and gets everyone in the Halloween spirit.
My Little Pony
By Hasbro,
Based on the hit animated series and bestselling Hasbro toy, the My Little Pony friends come together to celebrate Nightmare Night in Ponyville. This spooky storybook includes over 50 stickers! Join the ponies and their pals as they celebrate their version of Halloween - Nightmare Night. They dress up in silly costumes, collect lots of candy, and tell spooky stories about the evil Nightmare Moon!When Princess Luna accidentally frightens the other ponies, it's up to Twilight to help her friend and make sure all the ponies have a fun (and spooky!) Nightmare Night. This storybook is the perfect addition to any My Little Pony fan's trick-or-treat bag. Little ones will spend hours playing with the over 50 Halloween stickers!
Turkey Goes to School
By Silvano, Wendi
School is starting soon and Turkey can't wait. Each day, he and his barnyard friends practice their writing and math. But when the school bus rolls up, they are booted off. It turns out that animals aren't allowed to attend school. Pig calls it "hogwash," and Turkey agrees. All he has to do is find a way to show the students and the principal that turkeys -- and their friends -- do belong in school. With a gobble, gobble here; a gobble, gobble there; and a few clever costumes, he just might.
What I Am
By Srinivasan, Divya
A young narrator describes herself: a girl, a granddaughter, Indian, and American. Soon, we see the young girl as a plethora of things: selfish and generous, mean and kind, brave and mischievous. While many of these qualities oppose each other, the context and illustrations make it abundantly clear that she speaks the truth. She is a walking contradiction, and that is precisely what makes her both a unique individual and an essential piece of the greater world around her. Divya Srinivasan shows what makes us human and proud to be who we are.
Spidey and His Amazing Friends Panther Patience
By Books, Disney
Patience is a super skill!Spidey will have to learn a thing or two about patience before they can stop an evil super scientist from pulling off a heist. This exciting 8x8 storybook comes with two sheets of stickers!