Little Mist is a sweet-faced snow leopard cub who is wide-eyed with wonder at the world before him. Guided and protected by his mother, Little Mist discovers the glistening snow, the mountain streams, and the cloud forests. The world may look big to a little cub, but one day, his mother tells him, he will be the king of the mountains. Safely curled up in his mothers paws, Little Mist cant wait for his journey to begin. . . .A heartwarming portrayal of the unique bond between parent and child, set against the breathtaking backdrop of snow-covered mountains. This is the perfect picture book to read curled up with your own little cub.,
Knopf Books for Young Readers
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9780375867880
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Hardcover
The Owl and the Pussycat
By Lear, Edward
Owl sets out to woo Pussycat in a boat laden with fruit from their Caribbean island and with a guitar at his side, ready for serenading. As they sail off across the sea, another story unfolds in the water beneath the boat. One by one, exotic sea creatures swim into the picture and a small yellow fish seems to be looking for someone.Jan Brett brings the magic of the Caribbean to her exquisitely detailed illustrations of Edward Lear's charming poem.
Putnam
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9780399231933
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Book
There Was An Old Monster!
By Emberley, Rebecca
A brand-new monster twist--by a Caldecott medalist and his daughter!There was an old monster who swallowed a tickI don't know why he swallowed that tick'Cause it made him feel sick!When he swallowed some ants, he danced in his pants. He swallowed a lizard, a bat, a jackal, and a bear. Then he tried to swallow a lion . . . ROAR!--Now that monster is no more! Children will laugh along with the funny text, bright bold illustrations, and delightful song (available on the Scholastic website).
Orchard Books
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9780545101455
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Hardcover
My First Words at HOME
By Books, Star Bright
From the kitchen to the living room to the bedroom and the bathroom, there are over 100 words for baby to discover in this exciting romp around the house! Photos of familiar objects and new discoveries will have children talking about all the exciting things they find at home.
Star Bright Books; Brdbk edition
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9781595722812
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Print book
There Was an Old Lady
By Adams, Pam
Forty years after its first publication this much-loved Child's Play classic is as popular as ever. Ingenious die-cut holes bring this iconic nursery rhyme to life, and Pam Adams' fabulous illustrations lend humour and vibrancy to the proceedings. Bouncy images, innovative die cutting and favourite rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. Available in three formats, suitable for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and the nursery or classroom.
Child's Play International; New Ed edition
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9780859536356
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Paperback
Snore, Dinosaur, Snore!
By Bendall-brunello, John
Yawn and stretch! It's time to wake up! Three little dinosaurs have fun trying to wake their sleeping mother. They poke, they pinch, and they push, but nothing seems to work.All she does is snore, snore, snore! Is she really asleep? Or is she just pretending? Humorous watercolor illustrations add to this dino-romp about getting mom to wake up.
Two Lions
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9780761456261
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Hardcover
Norman the Doorman
By Freeman, Don
From the author of perennial favorite Corduroy comes a charming tale of a marvelously talented mouse"Norman is a doorman. He is also a mouse. Most important of all, he is a sculptor, particularly gifted in his manipulation of mousetraps into mobiles. This story, set in a museum, boasts illustrations of rare charm and quality. And the world of art lovers, exhibit openings, and mousedom, portrayed in Don Freeman's delicious pastels, will enchant children and delight the most sophisticated of parents." - Kirkus Reviews
Puffin Books
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9780140502886
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Paperback
What Is Your Dog Doing?
By Singer, Marilyn
This colorful, young read-aloud about all things canine is doggone fun. Woof!Sit. Stay. Roll Over. But, dogs can do so much more than that! Sledding. Shedding. Inspecting. Protecting. Paddling laps. Dancing? Perhaps! Be it a working dog or a playing dog, man’s best friend can be pretty darn busy. This energetic, rhyming text paired with vibrant, playful illustrations is sure to get dog lovers everywhere eager to teach their old dogs some new tricks.
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
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9781416979319
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Hardcover
The Bad Birthday Idea
By Valentine, Madeline
Ben likes to play with robots. His little sister, Alice, would like to play with Ben. But when she and her doll try to join Ben's games, Ben says, "No dolls allowed. This is a robot game." That's why Alice asks for a robot for her birthday. Not just any robot. The exact robot Ben has been wanting forever! Ben is very, very jealous. He wants that robot. Now. Maybe he could sneak it out of its wrapping during Alice's birthday party and play with it for awhile. Nobody will know. Right? But Ben's bad idea goes very wrong and he feels terrible. Now it's up to him to show Alice that a sister is more important than even the best robot toy in the world.
Knopf Books for Young Readers
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9780449813317
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Book
Touch and Feel
By Publishing, Dk
Toddlers will welcome learning their ABCs with the interactive images in this board book that features an apple, umbrella, violin, yo-yo, zipper, and more every-day objects, with appealing touch-and-feel elements on every spread that help build sensory development as well as language and reading readiness. A sparkly jacket encourages toddlers to pick up the book, the bright bold interior pages help them develop object recognition, and the descriptive text builds their language skills - making this series a favorite for both parents and children.
DK Preschool; Brdbk Rep edition
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9781465401632
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Board book
Baby Cakes
By Heras, Theo
The sibling duo from Hat On, Hat Off are back in another household adventure, exploring and playing in the kitchen. These little ones know baking is hard work and messy work, but it sure is fun. Put on an apron, gather ingredients, measure the flour -- try to keep kitty off the counter! Wash sticky fingers, and let mommy put the cakes in the oven. Waiting is the hardest part, but time flies for these playmates whose patience is rewarded with more than just baby cakes.Little helpers will be keen to work in the kitchen after reading this sweet story. Told in simple text, and delivered in a sturdy, padded cover with stronger pages that are perfect for little hands, Baby Cakes highlights curiosity being explored right at home. The small and familiar moments of childhood are cherished in these heart-warming books written by Theo Heras and illustrated by the award-winning Renn Benoit. (Publisher)
Pajama Press
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9781772780307
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Hardcover
Troto and the Trucks
By Shulevitz, Uri
Troto is a happy little car who likes to go places. One day after a long drive, he arrives in Cactusville, where he meets some big trucks. But when those big trucks laugh at how small Troto is, Troto doesn't feel very happy anymore, so he challenges them to a race to show them just what a little car can do. After Troto wins the race, the trucks apologize, and little Troto drives off into the sunset, casting a big shadow.
Farrar Straus Giroux
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9780374300807
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Hardcover
Five Little Piggies
By Martin, David
David Martin spills the whole hoggy truth behind the popular nursery rhyme in five little stories, each hilariously illustrated by the creator of "Martha Speaks". Full color.
Little Mist
By Mcallister, Angela
Little Mist is a sweet-faced snow leopard cub who is wide-eyed with wonder at the world before him. Guided and protected by his mother, Little Mist discovers the glistening snow, the mountain streams, and the cloud forests. The world may look big to a little cub, but one day, his mother tells him, he will be the king of the mountains. Safely curled up in his mothers paws, Little Mist cant wait for his journey to begin. . . .A heartwarming portrayal of the unique bond between parent and child, set against the breathtaking backdrop of snow-covered mountains. This is the perfect picture book to read curled up with your own little cub.,
The Owl and the Pussycat
By Lear, Edward
Owl sets out to woo Pussycat in a boat laden with fruit from their Caribbean island and with a guitar at his side, ready for serenading. As they sail off across the sea, another story unfolds in the water beneath the boat. One by one, exotic sea creatures swim into the picture and a small yellow fish seems to be looking for someone.Jan Brett brings the magic of the Caribbean to her exquisitely detailed illustrations of Edward Lear's charming poem.
There Was An Old Monster!
By Emberley, Rebecca
A brand-new monster twist--by a Caldecott medalist and his daughter!There was an old monster who swallowed a tickI don't know why he swallowed that tick'Cause it made him feel sick!When he swallowed some ants, he danced in his pants. He swallowed a lizard, a bat, a jackal, and a bear. Then he tried to swallow a lion . . . ROAR!--Now that monster is no more! Children will laugh along with the funny text, bright bold illustrations, and delightful song (available on the Scholastic website).
My First Words at HOME
By Books, Star Bright
From the kitchen to the living room to the bedroom and the bathroom, there are over 100 words for baby to discover in this exciting romp around the house! Photos of familiar objects and new discoveries will have children talking about all the exciting things they find at home.
There Was an Old Lady
By Adams, Pam
Forty years after its first publication this much-loved Child's Play classic is as popular as ever. Ingenious die-cut holes bring this iconic nursery rhyme to life, and Pam Adams' fabulous illustrations lend humour and vibrancy to the proceedings. Bouncy images, innovative die cutting and favourite rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. Available in three formats, suitable for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and the nursery or classroom.
Snore, Dinosaur, Snore!
By Bendall-brunello, John
Yawn and stretch! It's time to wake up! Three little dinosaurs have fun trying to wake their sleeping mother. They poke, they pinch, and they push, but nothing seems to work.All she does is snore, snore, snore! Is she really asleep? Or is she just pretending? Humorous watercolor illustrations add to this dino-romp about getting mom to wake up.
Norman the Doorman
By Freeman, Don
From the author of perennial favorite Corduroy comes a charming tale of a marvelously talented mouse"Norman is a doorman. He is also a mouse. Most important of all, he is a sculptor, particularly gifted in his manipulation of mousetraps into mobiles. This story, set in a museum, boasts illustrations of rare charm and quality. And the world of art lovers, exhibit openings, and mousedom, portrayed in Don Freeman's delicious pastels, will enchant children and delight the most sophisticated of parents." - Kirkus Reviews
What Is Your Dog Doing?
By Singer, Marilyn
This colorful, young read-aloud about all things canine is doggone fun. Woof!Sit. Stay. Roll Over. But, dogs can do so much more than that! Sledding. Shedding. Inspecting. Protecting. Paddling laps. Dancing? Perhaps! Be it a working dog or a playing dog, man’s best friend can be pretty darn busy. This energetic, rhyming text paired with vibrant, playful illustrations is sure to get dog lovers everywhere eager to teach their old dogs some new tricks.
The Bad Birthday Idea
By Valentine, Madeline
Ben likes to play with robots. His little sister, Alice, would like to play with Ben. But when she and her doll try to join Ben's games, Ben says, "No dolls allowed. This is a robot game." That's why Alice asks for a robot for her birthday. Not just any robot. The exact robot Ben has been wanting forever! Ben is very, very jealous. He wants that robot. Now. Maybe he could sneak it out of its wrapping during Alice's birthday party and play with it for awhile. Nobody will know. Right? But Ben's bad idea goes very wrong and he feels terrible. Now it's up to him to show Alice that a sister is more important than even the best robot toy in the world.
Touch and Feel
By Publishing, Dk
Toddlers will welcome learning their ABCs with the interactive images in this board book that features an apple, umbrella, violin, yo-yo, zipper, and more every-day objects, with appealing touch-and-feel elements on every spread that help build sensory development as well as language and reading readiness. A sparkly jacket encourages toddlers to pick up the book, the bright bold interior pages help them develop object recognition, and the descriptive text builds their language skills - making this series a favorite for both parents and children.
Baby Cakes
By Heras, Theo
The sibling duo from Hat On, Hat Off are back in another household adventure, exploring and playing in the kitchen. These little ones know baking is hard work and messy work, but it sure is fun. Put on an apron, gather ingredients, measure the flour -- try to keep kitty off the counter! Wash sticky fingers, and let mommy put the cakes in the oven. Waiting is the hardest part, but time flies for these playmates whose patience is rewarded with more than just baby cakes.Little helpers will be keen to work in the kitchen after reading this sweet story. Told in simple text, and delivered in a sturdy, padded cover with stronger pages that are perfect for little hands, Baby Cakes highlights curiosity being explored right at home. The small and familiar moments of childhood are cherished in these heart-warming books written by Theo Heras and illustrated by the award-winning Renn Benoit. (Publisher)
Troto and the Trucks
By Shulevitz, Uri
Troto is a happy little car who likes to go places. One day after a long drive, he arrives in Cactusville, where he meets some big trucks. But when those big trucks laugh at how small Troto is, Troto doesn't feel very happy anymore, so he challenges them to a race to show them just what a little car can do. After Troto wins the race, the trucks apologize, and little Troto drives off into the sunset, casting a big shadow.
Five Little Piggies
By Martin, David
David Martin spills the whole hoggy truth behind the popular nursery rhyme in five little stories, each hilariously illustrated by the creator of "Martha Speaks". Full color.