Every parent, caregiverand toddlerknows the misery that comes with meltdowns and temper tantrums. Through rhythmic text and warm illustrations, this gentle, reassuring book offers toddlers simple tools to release strong feelings, express them, and calm themselves down. Children learn to use their calm-down placea quiet space where they can cry, ask for a hug, sing to themselves, be rocked in a grown-ups arms, talk about feelings, and breathe One, two, three . . . Im calm as can be. Im taking care of me. After a break, toddlers will feel like newand adults will, too. Books include tips for parents and caregivers.,
Free Spirit Publishing; Board Book edition
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9781575423166
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Board book
Fire Engine Man
By Zimmerman, Andrea Griffing
A young boy imagines the work he will do and the safety gear he will wear when he becomes a fireman some day, as his younger brother first watches then joins him on the job.
Henry Holt & Company
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9781428746183
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Hardcover
The Spaghetti-Slurping Sewer Serpent
By Ripes, Laura
Sammy Sanders can't sleep. He is 77 percent sure that a spaghetti-slurping serpent lives in his sewer. Sammy and his sidekicks his sister, Sally, and their slobbery dog, Stan set out to discover the truth. What Sammy finds is a surprise in this tonguetwisting mystery featuring the slippery letter S. The bright, fun artwork was created in colored pencil.
Two Lions
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9780761461012
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Hardcover
Baby Wants Mama
By Loewen, Nancy
In this fun, family-themed picture book, another busy day has come to an end. Everyone in the family wants something--Baby wants Mama. Cat wants fish. Daddy wants supper. Pup wants dish. But what do they ALL want? Dinner! This bright, simple rhyming text, great for reading aloud, is paired with adorable watercolor, colored pencil, and digital artwork.
Two Lions
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9781477816516
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Book
Dog vs. Cat
By Gall, Chris
Dog and Cat do not get along. But when they're forced to share a room, they agree to be on their best behavior...until Dog won't stop sniffing. Cat won't stop primping. Dog won't stop howling. Cat won't stop scratching. And when it comes to the litter-box...sharing is not an option!
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
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9780316238014
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Hardcover
Peanut Butter & Cupcake
By Border, Terry
For fans of The Day the Crayons Quit, Little Pea, or How Are You Peeling?What's a little piece of bread to do when he's feeling lonely? Find a friend, of course!And that's exactly what Peanut Butter tries to do. But sometimes friends are hard to come by, especially when Hamburger has to walk his (hot) dogs, Cupcake is too busy building castles in her sprinkle box, and Egg laughs so hard he starts to crack up! Does Peanut Butter have a soulmate? Young readers will know the answer long before Peanut Butter does and laugh along with each mismatched pairing.In a story that pairs silliness with poignancy, and friendship with anthropomorphic food, Terry Border, the photography mastermind behind the Bent Objects project, makes a triumphant entrance into the children's book world.
Philomel Books
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9780399167737
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Hardcover
If You Hold a Seed
By Mackay, Elly
Something magical happens when you plant a dream with a seed. With plenty of love and patience, they can blossom into an extraordinary gift.To be shared with those you love and those with big dreams, this book encourages us to never give up.
Running Press Kids
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9780762447213
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Hardcover
6 Sticks
By Coxe, Molly
What can you make with six sticks? How about six mops? Or four skis and two poles? Or two hats? This simple concept book stars a pair of creative mice who discover lots of funny and wonderful things to create with six Popsicle sticks! Colorful collage art and easy-to-read text will help kids begin to grasp the idea of sets.
Random House Books for Young Readers
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9780679986898
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Paperback
Froggy's Birthday Wish
By London, Jonathan
It's Froggy's birthday - but no one has remembered.His parents don't seem to realize it's his special day, and none of his friends are at home to wish him a happy birthday.Will Froggy celebrate his birthday all alone? Has everyone really forgotten?
Viking Books for Young Readers
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9780670015726
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Hardcover
Peppa Pig and the Muddy Puddles
By Press, Candlewick
Peppa Pig is back! Get ready to join in on two new adventures starring the beloved, award-winning U.K. sensation.There's so much rain! When Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig tuck them into bed, Peppa and her little brother, George, dream of all the puddles there will be to jump in the next day. Little do they know that the rain is turning their house into an island surrounded by water - making for a different kind of adventure for everyone!
Calm-Down Time
By Verdick, Elizabeth
Every parent, caregiverand toddlerknows the misery that comes with meltdowns and temper tantrums. Through rhythmic text and warm illustrations, this gentle, reassuring book offers toddlers simple tools to release strong feelings, express them, and calm themselves down. Children learn to use their calm-down placea quiet space where they can cry, ask for a hug, sing to themselves, be rocked in a grown-ups arms, talk about feelings, and breathe One, two, three . . . Im calm as can be. Im taking care of me. After a break, toddlers will feel like newand adults will, too. Books include tips for parents and caregivers.,
Fire Engine Man
By Zimmerman, Andrea Griffing
A young boy imagines the work he will do and the safety gear he will wear when he becomes a fireman some day, as his younger brother first watches then joins him on the job.
The Spaghetti-Slurping Sewer Serpent
By Ripes, Laura
Sammy Sanders can't sleep. He is 77 percent sure that a spaghetti-slurping serpent lives in his sewer. Sammy and his sidekicks his sister, Sally, and their slobbery dog, Stan set out to discover the truth. What Sammy finds is a surprise in this tonguetwisting mystery featuring the slippery letter S. The bright, fun artwork was created in colored pencil.
Baby Wants Mama
By Loewen, Nancy
In this fun, family-themed picture book, another busy day has come to an end. Everyone in the family wants something--Baby wants Mama. Cat wants fish. Daddy wants supper. Pup wants dish. But what do they ALL want? Dinner! This bright, simple rhyming text, great for reading aloud, is paired with adorable watercolor, colored pencil, and digital artwork.
Dog vs. Cat
By Gall, Chris
Dog and Cat do not get along. But when they're forced to share a room, they agree to be on their best behavior...until Dog won't stop sniffing. Cat won't stop primping. Dog won't stop howling. Cat won't stop scratching. And when it comes to the litter-box...sharing is not an option!
Peanut Butter & Cupcake
By Border, Terry
For fans of The Day the Crayons Quit, Little Pea, or How Are You Peeling?What's a little piece of bread to do when he's feeling lonely? Find a friend, of course!And that's exactly what Peanut Butter tries to do. But sometimes friends are hard to come by, especially when Hamburger has to walk his (hot) dogs, Cupcake is too busy building castles in her sprinkle box, and Egg laughs so hard he starts to crack up! Does Peanut Butter have a soulmate? Young readers will know the answer long before Peanut Butter does and laugh along with each mismatched pairing.In a story that pairs silliness with poignancy, and friendship with anthropomorphic food, Terry Border, the photography mastermind behind the Bent Objects project, makes a triumphant entrance into the children's book world.
If You Hold a Seed
By Mackay, Elly
Something magical happens when you plant a dream with a seed. With plenty of love and patience, they can blossom into an extraordinary gift.To be shared with those you love and those with big dreams, this book encourages us to never give up.
6 Sticks
By Coxe, Molly
What can you make with six sticks? How about six mops? Or four skis and two poles? Or two hats? This simple concept book stars a pair of creative mice who discover lots of funny and wonderful things to create with six Popsicle sticks! Colorful collage art and easy-to-read text will help kids begin to grasp the idea of sets.
Froggy's Birthday Wish
By London, Jonathan
It's Froggy's birthday - but no one has remembered.His parents don't seem to realize it's his special day, and none of his friends are at home to wish him a happy birthday.Will Froggy celebrate his birthday all alone? Has everyone really forgotten?
Peppa Pig and the Muddy Puddles
By Press, Candlewick
Peppa Pig is back! Get ready to join in on two new adventures starring the beloved, award-winning U.K. sensation.There's so much rain! When Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig tuck them into bed, Peppa and her little brother, George, dream of all the puddles there will be to jump in the next day. Little do they know that the rain is turning their house into an island surrounded by water - making for a different kind of adventure for everyone!