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Earth Hour

Nanette Heffernan

Click flashlights, light lanterns, and get ready to turn electric lights out to celebrate Earth Hour! Wherever you are, you can help our planet.

Kids around the world use electric energy to do all kinds of things--adults do, too! From cleaning the clothes we play in, to lighting up our dinner tables, to keeping us warm and toasty when the weather is cold, electricity is a huge part of our lives. Unfortunately, it can also have a big impact on our planet.

Earth Hour--a worldwide movement in support of energy conservation and sustainability--takes place each March and is sponsored by the World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF). During Earth Hour, individuals, communities, and businesses in more than 7,000 cities turn off nonessential electric lights for one hour. Across each continent--from the Eiffel Tower to the Great Wall of China to the Statue of Liberty--one small act reminds all of us of our enormous impact on planet Earth.

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One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish

Dr. Seuss

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Count and rhyme while exploring the zany world and words of Dr. Seuss in this classic picture book.

From counting to opposites to Dr. Seuss’s signature silly rhymes, this book has everything a beginning reader needs! Meet the bumpy Wump and the singing Ying, and even the winking Yink who drinks pink ink. The silly rhymes and colorful cast of characters will have every child giggling from morning to night.

From near to far
from here to there,
funny things are everywhere.

Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children.

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Hop on Pop

Dr. Seuss

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Introduce children to Dr. Seuss’s wonderfully witty wordplay with this classic rhyming picture book, known as “the simplest Seuss for youngest use.”

HOP
POP
We like to hop.
We like to hop
on top of Pop.

See Red and Ned and Ted and Ed in a bed. And giggle as Pat sits on a hat and on a cat and on a bat...but a cactus? Pat must NOT sit on that! Full of short, simple words and silly rhymes, the rollicking rhythm of Hop on Pop will keep children of all ages entertained throughout.

Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3–7.

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Go, Dog. Go!

P.D. Eastman

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • P.D. Eastman's canine classic—perfect for fans of the Netlix Original Go, Dog. Go! animated preschool series!

Written for beginning readers using only 75 different words, this beloved Beginner Book by P.D. Eastman—edited by Dr. Seuss—features all kinds of wonderful dogs riding bicycles, scooters, skiis, roller skates, and driving all sorts of vehicles on their way to a party held on top of a tree! This is a perfect gift for P.D. Eastman fans and dog lovers of all ages!

Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children.

"The canine cartoons make an elementary text funny and coherent and still one of the best around." —School Library Journal.

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Are You My Mother?

Philip D. Eastman

A baby bird goes in search of his mother in this hilarious Beginner Book edited by Dr. Seuss. When a mother bird's egg starts to jump, she hurries off to make sure she has something for her little one to eat. But as soon as she's gone, out pops the baby bird. He immediately sets off to find his mother, but not knowing what she looks like makes it a challenge. The little hatchling is determined to find his mother, even after meeting a kitten, a hen, a dog, and a Snort. The timeless message of the bond between mother and child make P. D. Eastman's Are You My Mother? a must for baby showers, beginning readers, and Mother's Day.

Originally created by Dr. Seuss, Beginner Books encourage children to read all by themselves, with simple words and illustrations that give clues to their meaning.

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Harry the Dirty Dog

Gene Zion

There's never been another dog as delightful–or dirty–as Harry.

This lovable white dog with black spots (or black dog with white spots) has charmed children for fifty years, and we are celebrating with an anniversary edition. This childhood favourite is perfect for reading aloud before going to bed or avoiding a bath.

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Trashy Town

Andrea Zimmerman

I dump it in
I smash it down
I drive around the trashy town

Meet Mr. Gilly. He cleans up Trashy Town. He does it with a big smile and a big truck--which is sure to make him a hero with all the children in the neighborhood. David Clemesha and Andrea Zimmerman have created a rhythmic, repeatable refrain that will roll off the lips of every child. Dan Yaccarino's dynamic art puts the zip in Mr. Gilly's stride and adds style and charm to trash collection.

2000 Notable Children's Books (ALA)

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How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?

Jane Yolen

Perfect for bedtime reading, children love the laugh-aloud antics of playful dinosaur children who stomp and fuss and jump on the bed in this award-winning New York Times bestseller!

 

How do dinosaurs say good night?

 

Brimming with humor and familiar good-night antics, here is a playful peek into the homes of dinosaur children and their parents at bedtime. Perfect for sharing and reading aloud, this is one nighttime book your own little dinosaur will want to read again and again. Simple verse and hilarious illustrations present common scenes of sly humor as enormous dinosaur children yawn and fuss and throw their toys about-- before finally going to sleep.

 

The How Do Dinosaurs...? series has been helping children become confident readers while teaching them life lessons for over twenty years. And as an added bonus, the names of the dinosaurs are hidden on each page. Look for all the bestselling How Do Dinosaurs...? books by Jane Yolen with illustrations by Mark Teague.

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The Napping House

Audrey Wood

A cozy bed, a snoring granny, a dreaming child, a dozing dog, a snoozing--WAIT! There's a surprise in store, and little ones will want to discover it over and over again. So pull on your sleeping cap and snuggle in for a timeless cumulative tale that's truly like no other. 

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A Chair for My Mother

Vera B. Williams

The jar of coins is full. The day has come to buy the chair - the big, fat, comforable, wonderful chair they have been saving for. The chair that will replace the one that was burned up - along with everything else - in the terrible fire.

A book of love and tenderness filled with the affirmation of life.

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Knuffle Bunny

Mo Willems

Trixie, Daddy, and Knuffle Bunny take a trip to the neighborhood Laundromat. But the exciting adventure takes a dramatic turn when Trixie realizes somebunny was left behind?


Using a combination of muted black-and-white photographs and expressive illustrations, this stunning book tells a brilliantly true-to-life tale about what happens when Daddy's in charge and things go terribly, hilariously wrong.

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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!

Mo Willems

When a bus driver takes a break from his route, a very unlikely volunteer springs up to take his place-a pigeon! But you've never met one like this before. As he pleads, wheedles, and begs his way through the book, children will love being able to answer back and decide his fate. In his hilarious picture book debut, popular cartoonist Mo Willems perfectly captures a preschooler's temper tantrum.

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Tuesday

David Wiesner

In David Wiesner's whimsical and elegant New York Times bestseller and Caldecott Medal-winner, the events of a delightfully unpredictable Tuesday invite readers to find the potential for the wondrousness in every day.



It begins on Tuesday evening, when the frogs suddenly start to float. . . . Thrill to the humorous cascading adventures that follow in a celebration of possibility unbounded--and of unexpected cause and effect. From the genius of international superstar and three-time Caldecott Medalist David Wiesner, this entertaining, thought-provoking, and nearly-wordless tale unrolls with the precision and clarity of a silent movie. Engaging for all ages, this beloved and innovative classic is a perfect gift to enthrall the young and the young at heart.

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Jazz Baby

Lisa Wheeler

With a simple clap of hands, an itty-bitty beboppin' baby gets his whole family singing and dancing. Sister's hands snap. Granny sings scat. Uncle soft-shoes--and Baby keeps the groove. Things start to wind down when Mama and Daddy sing blues so sweet. Now a perfectly drowsy baby sleeps deep, deep, deep.

Lisa Wheeler and R. Gregory Christie pair up for a celebration of music, imagination, and big families--but they know that even a jazz baby needs to snooze. Oh yeah.

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Max Cleans Up

Rosemary Wells

Max's room is a mess! There's a Popsicle melting in the closet, a tube of opened Miracle Bubbles on the floor, and the ant farm ants have escaped under the bed! It's definitely time to clean up. Max's sister, Ruby, is quick to take charge, and of course Max wants to help. But Max has his own ideas about picking up his room, so things don't turn out exactly as Ruby planned. Children will cheer as Max innocently and humorously outsmarts his older sister once again.

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Mouse Paint

Ellen Stoll Walsh

One day three white mice discover three jars of paint--red, blue, and yellow. But what happens when they splash in the colors, mixing the red and blue? Or dance in the blue and yellow? This playful introduction to colors will appeal to any budding artist or curious preschooler.

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Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile

Bernard Waber

Everyone in the neighborhood loves Lyle the crocodile--except for a cranky neighbor and his nervous cat! Can lovable Lyle make everything right with his grumpy neighbors? A beloved classic read-aloud--now a major motion picture!

Lyle the crocodile lives in a house on East 88th Street in New York City. Lyle enjoys helping the Primm family with everyday chores, and playing with the neighborhood kids.

He's the happiest crocodile any home ever had...until one neighbor insists that Lyle belongs in a zoo! Mr. Grumps and his cat, Loretta, don't like crocodiles, and everything Lyle does to win them over seems to go wrong.

It will take all of Lyle's charm--and courage--to reveal the hero, and friend, behind the big, crocodile smile.

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Ira Sleeps Over

Bernard Waber

A charming and relatable picture book about a child's first sleepover experience from the beloved author-illustrator of Lyle, Lyle Crocodile.

Ira is thrilled about his first sleepover at his friend Reggie's house, until his sister makes him question taking his favorite teddy bear!

Will Reggie laugh at his teddy bear? Can Ira sleep without it? A funny back-and-forth ensues in this classic picture book about staying true to yourself.

A perfect read-aloud for every young reader with their own bedtime friends.

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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Judith Viorst

Alexander wakes up with gum in his hair and quickly realizes it’s going to be a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. From missing out on the window seat in the car to getting in trouble at school, nothing seems to go his way. As the day unravels, Alexander’s mood gets worse, leaving him feeling cranky and convinced moving to Australia might be the only solution.

With relatable humor and timeless illustrations, this children’s book classic gently explores emotions, behavior, and the ups and downs of everyday life, making it the perfect story for teaching kids about feelings and how to handle a bad day.

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Polar Express

Chris Van Allsburg

Take a ride aboard the Polar Express in this award-winning, classic holiday story, complete with an ornament gift, perfect for every child's library.

A young boy, lying awake one Christmas Eve, is welcomed aboard a magical train to the North Pole. The Polar Express makes its way to the city atop the world, where the boy will make his Christmas wish. This is a story for all who believe in the spirit of Christmas and those who treasure the sound of a reindeer's silver bell.

The Polar Express is the 1986 Caldecott Medal winner, and reading the story together is a beloved holiday tradition held by generations of families. It was also made into an animated feature film starring Tom Hanks.

 

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Have You Seen My Duckling?

Nancy Tafuri

In this classic and bestselling Caldecott Honor winner, a mother duck loses her duckling--and finds it, with the help of sharp-eyed young readers.

"As fresh as spring."--The Horn Book

"Children will return to this one again and again . . . a reassuring story of youthful independence and familial love."--School Library Journal, starred review

"[Nancy Tafuri] always manages to flavor her splendid pictures with humor and interesting detail."--The New York Times Book Review

Acclaimed author Nancy Tafuri hides the little duck somewhere on each page--have YOU seen it? This almost-wordless book is both a fun counting game and an exciting hidden-picture hunt for the youngest readers.

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Dinosaur Roar!

Paul Stickland

Dinosaurs of every shape and size race, roar, and stomp through this colorful book of opposites. And where are all these silly-looking creatures off to? A dinosaur picnic, of course! These prehistoric pranksters and the simple, playful rhymes that accompany them will delight young children. Dinosaur Roar! gives parents a great way to introduce preschoolers to dinosaurs and opposites. It's a book full of fun. "These prehistoric monsters are just perfect for the preschool crowds. A natural for story time." ( School Library Journal)

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Sylvester and the Magic Pebble

William Steig

Caldecott Medal Winner

One rainy day, Sylvester finds a magic pebble that can make wishes come true. But when a lion frightens him on his way home, Sylvester makes a wish that brings unexpected results. How Sylvester is eventually reunited with his loving family and restored to his own donkey self makes a story that is beautifully tender and perfectly joyful.

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Caps for Sale

Esphyr Slobodkina

Caps for Sale is a timeless classic, in print for over fifty years, and beloved by generations of readers. This easy-to-read story about a peddler and a band of mischievous monkeys is filled with warmth, humor, and simplicity. Children will delight in following the peddlers efforts to outwit the monkeys in this new, enlarged, and redesigned edition, and will ask to read it again and again.

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Fire Truck

Peter Sis

Matt loves fire trucks, and one morning when he wakes up, he is a fire truck--right down to his hoses, hooks, and ladders! His wheels and sirens couldn't be handier for performing many important duties around the house, especially rescuing teetering teddy bears or precariously placed pets. And a gatefold spread of Matt's fully loaded rig will have happy young viewers counting from one to ten--over and over again--in this fun-filled ode to the classic red fire truck by Caldecott Honor-winning Peter Sis.

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The Stray Dog

Marc Simont

When a little dog appears at a family picnic, the girl and boy play with him all afternoon, and they name him Willy. At day's end they say good-bye. But the dog has won their hearts and stays on their minds.

The following Saturday the family returns to the picnic grounds to look for Willy, but they are not alone -- the dogcatcher is looking for him, too . . .

Caldecott Medalist Marc Simont's heartwarming tale of a stray dog who finds a home is told with appealing simplicity and grace.

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Sheep in a Jeep

Nancy E. Shaw

"A rollicking, simple story that never loses its bounce" --Boston Globe

Here they come, a flock of rollicking sheep in their sturdy red jeep. Will their outing be a success?

Jeep goes splash! Jeep goes thud! Jeep goes deep in gooey mud!

Here is a lively, funny tale, perfect for reading aloud. The youngest lap sitters will quickly learn to chant along with the reader as the brisk story unfolds, and they'll delight in the colorful portrayal of the hapless sheep.

This proven winner for sharing and circle time will have your little ones giggling along.

"The bright-colored pencil drawings and lean text make this a great choice for preschool storytimes, as well as for beginning readers who want a funny story." --School Library Journal

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It Looked Like Spilt Milk

Charles G. Shaw

The white shape silhouetted against a blue background changes on every page. Is it a rabbit, a bird, or just spilt milk? Children are kept guessing until the surprise ending -- and will be encouraged to improvise similar games of their own.

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Duck on a Bike

David Shannon

Caldecott Honor winner David Shannon applies his wonderful off-beat humor to the story of a duck who decides to try riding a bike -- and loves it! Another young, funny book perfect for reading aloud -- now in paperback!

 

One day down on the farm, Duck got a wild idea. "I bet I could ride a bike," he thought. He waddled over to where the boy parked his bike, climbed on, and began to ride. At first he rode slowly and he wobbled a lot, but it was fun! Duck rode past Cow and waved to her. "Hello, Cow!" said Duck. "Moo," said Cow. But what she thought was, "A duck on a bike? That's the silliest thing I've ever seen!"

 

And so Duck rides past Sheep, Horse, and all the other barnyard animals. Suddenly, a group of kids ride by on their bikes and run into the farmhouse, leaving the bikes outside. Now ALL the animals can ride bikes, just like Duck!

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No, David!

David Shannon

The Caldecott Honor-winning classic by bestselling picture book creator David Shannon is celebrating its twenty-five year anniversary with a special edition featuring bonus content!

 

When David Shannon was five years old, he wrote and illustrated his first book. On every page were these words: NO, DAVID!... and a picture of David doing things he was not supposed to do. Now David is all grown up. But some things never change...

Over twenty-five years after its initial publication, No, David! remains a perennial household favorite, delighting children, parents, and teachers alike. David is a beloved character, whose unabashed good humor, mischievous smile, and laughter-inducing antics underline the love parents have for their children -- even when they misbehave.

Celebrate twenty-five years of NO, DAVID! with this special anniversary edition -- featuring brand new endpapers inspired by children's fan mail to David from over the years and a new author's note from David celebrating this 25th anniversary milestone.

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Where the Wild Things Are

Maurice Sendak

In the forty years since Max first cried "Let the wild rumpus start," Maurice Sendak's classic picture book has become one of the most highly acclaimed and best-loved children's books of all time. Now, in celebration of this special anniversary, introduce a new generation to Max's imaginative journey to where the wild things are.

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The Line Up Book

Marisabina Russo

"Lunch!" Sam heard his mother calling. But Sam was very busy. "Just a minute," he called back. Sam wasn't ready in a minute. Sam's mother was about to lose her patience, but when she saw what Sam had been doing, all was forgiven.

 

An ingenous first picture book with bold, brilliant illustrations.

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My Friend Rabbit

Eric Rohmann

Rabbit saves the day in a most ingeneous way.

When Mouse lets his best friend, Rabbit, play with his brand-new airplane, trouble isn't far behind. From Caldecott Honor award winner Eric Rohmann comes a brand-new picture book about friends and toys and trouble, illustrated in robust, expressive prints.

My Friend Rabbit is the winner of the 2003 Caldecott Medal.

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Officer Buckle and Gloria

Peggy Rathmann

One of the funniest winners of the Caldecott Medal, this story of unlikely friends getting over a misunderstanding is a sure-fire crowd-pleaser.

Officer Buckle knows more about safety than anyone in the town of Napville. But whenever he tries to share his safety tips, nobody listens. Until, that is, the Napville Police Department gets a police dog named Gloria.

Unbeknownst to Officer Buckle, Gloria has her own way of demonstrating safety tips—one that makes Napville sit up and take notice! Suddenly, everyone wants to hear Officer Buckle's safety speech. "And please," people say, "bring along that police dog."

When Officer Buckle discovers he's been upstaged, he vows to give up safety tips once and for all.

Can Gloria convince her friend to return to the job he loves, or is Napville about to have its worst accident ever?

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Good Night, Gorilla

Peggy Rathmann

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • From Caldecott Medal–winning author Peggy Rathmann, this beloved classic tells the story of a mischievous gorilla and his bedtime pals—perfect for fans young and old! 

“A clever, comforting bedtime story.”—School Library Journal (starred review)

An ALA Notable Children’s Book • A Parenting Magazine Best Children’s Books of the Year • An E.B. White Read Aloud Award Finalist

Good night, Gorilla . . .
Good night, Elephant . . .

It’s bedtime at the zoo, and all the animals are going to sleep. Or are they? Who’s that short, furry guy with the keys in his hand and the playful grin?

Little night owls will love sneaking along with Gorilla and all his nighttime animal friends in this delightful, hilarious book that’s sure to become a cherished part of children’s bedtime routines.

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Mel Fell

Corey R. Tabor

2023 Indiana Early Literacy Firefly Award Nominee

A Caldecott Honor Book and ALA Notable Book of the Year! An innovative and charming tale about a plucky little bird, from the award-winning author-illustrator of Fox the Tiger.

Readers will delight in turning their book sideways and upside down to follow Mel on her journey from downward fall to triumphant flight in this tale of self-confidence and taking a leap of faith.

An especially enjoyable and satisfying read-aloud!

Sometimes, you might fall

down,

down,

down,

before you learn to fly

up,

up,

up...

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Olivia

Ian Falconer

It's everyone's favorite pig...it's OLIVIA!

The Caldecott Honor Book and New York Times #1 bestseller is now available in a sturdy format perfect for pig-loving toddlers everywhere!

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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

Laura Joffe Numeroff

If a hungry little traveler shows up at your house, you might want to give him a cookie. If you give him a cookie, he's going to ask for a glass of milk. He'll want to look in a mirror to make sure he doesn't have a milk mustache, and then he'll ask for a pair of scissors to give himself a trim....

The consequences of giving a cookie to this energetic mouse run the young host ragged, but young readers will come away smiling at the antics that tumble like dominoes through the pages of this delightful picture book.

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The Jacket I Wear in the Snow

Shirley Neitzel

Rhyme follows rhyme as layer after layer of winter clothing ("bunchy and hot, wrinkled a lot, stiff in the knee, and too big for me!") is first put on and then taken off to the relief of the child bundled inside. Clever rebuses and jaunty illustrations make The Jacket I Wear in the Snow especially fun for prereaders and new readers.

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A Kiss Like this

Mary Murphy

What better gift for a new baby? The creator of I Kissed the Baby! celebrates animal moms and babies in an irresistible novelty book.

A giraffe kiss is very tall -- just turn the page and see! Elephant kisses are long, of course, while tiny mice and bubbly fish have kisses all their own. Using a clever split-page format that makes for charming surprises, author-illustrator Mary Murphy shares a series of animal kisses that are sure to have babies and toddlers gurgling, giggling, smiling, and leaning over for their kisses, too.

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Martha Speaks

Susan Meddaugh

When Helen Finney feeds alphabet soup to her dog, Martha, it goes straight up to her brain, and Martha begins to speak! The basis for the Emmy-nominated PBS series.



Having a talking dog is a lot of fun--unless your dog never stops talking! When chatty Martha gives her family the silent treatment they're relieved at first, but then they get worried. Will Martha ever speak again?

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As Warm As the Sun

Kate McMullan

French bulldogs Toby and Pinkie learn to live together and form a heartwarming friendship.

Toby loves basking in the morning sun, snuggling in a lap in the afternoon, and toasting his tummy by the fireside at night, but somehow his warm spots never last. What Toby wants more than anything is to find something as warm as the sun that never fades or fizzles.

Then one day, Pinkie comes along, and she starts hogging all of Toby's favorite places. Toby feels alone and forgotten, and slinks away. . . but Pinkie follows him, determined to prove that she is the something as warm as the sun Toby has been looking for all along. 

From the acclaimed duo of Kate and Jim McMullan, creators of I Stink! and I'm Dirty!, comes this story about two unforgettable French bulldogs--the perfect story for parents bringing home a new sibling.

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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

Bill Martin

There is always enough room on your child’s bookshelf for this rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children’s favorite for over thirty years!

A told B,
and B told C,
“I’ll meet you at the
top of the coconut tree”

In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom!

Countless children—and their parents—can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault’s rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert’s bold, cheerful art. This winning combination has made the Chicka Chicka series an enduring classic.

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Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?

Bill Martin

With more than two million copies sold, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? has opened up a world of learning to a generation of children. For this edition, created for the twenty-fifth anniversay in 1992, Bill Martin, Jr., restored his text to its original wording. And Eric Carle created all new pictures--based on the originals, but clearer, brighter, and truer to the colors they represent.

Bill Martin has been devoted to writing children's books for more than thirty years. He has a Ph.D. in early childhood education and he has long been a proponent of using rhyme and rhythm to teach young children how to read.

Eric Carle, illustrator of many beloved children's books, was born in the United States, but spent his early years in Stuttgart, Germany, where he studied art and design at the Academy of Applied Art. Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? was the first book he illustrated.

This title has Common Core connections.

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George and Martha

James Marshall

Two lovable hippos teach the meaning of friendship in five separate vignettes. The secret of Mr. Marshall's success lies not just in the freshness of his sense of the ridiculous, but in the carefulness of his control and editorial judgment.--The New York Times Book Review. Full-color illustrations.

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DK Workbooks: Science, Third Grade

DK

PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.

Perfect for children ages 8-9, this workbook provides extra practice to sharpen science skills in third graders. Topics covered include basic anatomy, vertebrates and invertebrates, photosynthesis, the solar system, the elements, gravity, mass, and heat.

Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, DK Workbooks: Science is an innovative series of home-learning science workbooks that is closely linked to school curriculum and helps make learning easy and fun.

Each title is packed with exercises and activities to strengthen what children learn in school. With clear questions and supportive illustrations to help children understand each topic, the books provide practice to reinforce learning and understanding of key concepts, such as animal life cycles, the solar system, chemistry, and anatomy. A parents' section contains answers, tips, and guidance to provide support, and a certificate of achievement will reinforce confidence in kids by rewarding their accomplishments.

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DK Workbooks: Geography, First Grade

DK

PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.

Perfect for children ages 6 and 7, this workbook supports the expanding geography skills of first graders and contains curriculum-aligned exercises on topics including the seven continents, the 50 states, capitals and large cities, mapping a neighborhood, and more.

Level by level, the write-in DK Workbooks: Geography series offers at-home practice that kids actually enjoy-making them ideal supplements to schoolwork. Designed to support curriculum standards, this series is developed with leading educational experts to build confidence and understanding.

Each leveled workbook, for children ages 3-9, is packed with activities and challenges, offering the beneficial repetition and cumulative learning that lead to mastery. Fact boxes on each page give a simple overview of the topics being covered, review the basics, and often offer an example of the task at hand. The exercises themselves reinforce key geography topics including map reading, compass directions, continents, countries and states, borders, bodies of water, and more.

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DK Workbooks: Geography, Second Grade

DK

PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.

Perfect for children ages 7 and 8, this workbook builds the confidence of second graders in their growing understanding of geography and contains curriculum-aligned exercises on topics including familiarity with the compass, map grids, physical and political maps, and the concept of hemispheres.

Level by level, the write-in DK Workbooks: Geography series offers at-home practice that kids actually enjoy-making them ideal supplements to schoolwork. Designed to support curriculum standards, this series is developed with leading educational experts to build confidence and understanding.

Each leveled workbook, for children ages 3-9, is packed with activities and challenges, offering the beneficial repetition and cumulative learning that lead to mastery. Fact boxes on each page give a simple overview of the topics being covered, review the basics, and often offer an example of the task at hand. The exercises themselves reinforce key geography topics including map reading, compass directions, continents, countries and states, borders, bodies of water, and more.

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DK Workbooks: Math, First Grade

DK

PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book, but you will be able to download printable worksheets on purchase.

Perfect for children ages 6-7, this workbook supports the expanding math skills of first graders. In addition to practicing core topics learned in previous grades, children will become familiar with simple graphs, taking measurements, and concepts such as symmetry.

Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, DK Workbooks: Math is an innovative series of home-learning math workbooks that is closely linked to school curriculum and helps make learning easy and fun.

Each title is packed with exercises and activities to strengthen what children learn in school. With clear questions and supportive illustrations to help children understand each topic, the books provide practice to reinforce learning and understanding of key concepts, such as fractions, times tables, and shapes. A parents' section contains answers, tips, and guidance to provide support, and a certificate of achievement will reinforce confidence in kids by rewarding their accomplishments.
 

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DK Workbooks: Spelling, Second Grade

DK

PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.

Perfect for children ages 7-8, this workbook helps build children's confidence in spelling words. Second graders learn to use different vowel teams, prefixes, suffixes, synonyms, antonyms, and homophones, and more.

Level by level, the write-in DK Workbooks: Spelling series offers at-home practice that kids actually enjoy, making them ideal supplements to schoolwork. Designed to support curriculum standards, this series is developed with leading educational experts to build confidence and understanding.

For children ages 3-9, each leveled workbook is packed with activities and challenges, offering the beneficial repetition and cumulative learning that lead to mastery. Fact boxes on each page give a simple overview of the topics being covered, review the basics, and often offer an example of the task at hand. The exercises themselves reinforce key spelling topics, including: vowel sounds, syllables, irregularly spelled words, reading simple sentences, and more. And with a parents' section filled with answers, tips, and guidance, caregivers have easy access to all the expertise they need to help their children learn spelling.

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DK Workbooks: Language Arts Math and Science Grade 2

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PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.

Boost your child's skills with fun activities and exercises that introduce key concepts in spelling, math, and science.

Whether you want to teach your child at home, give them extra support outside the classroom, or find fun stimulation for your budding genius, this workbook has something for everyone. 

Home learning can be fun with these exercises, featuring drawing, puzzles, kitchen-science experiments, and more. This write-in book provides an introduction to key concepts and skills in literacy, numeracy, and science. To help the parent/carer, there are answer pages and notes providing further guidance; and there's no need to buy any specialist equipment or craft supplies - just pick up a pencil!

With 60 activity pages to keep your child entertained as well as educated and a reward certificate on completion, there's something in a DK workbook for every child to learn and enjoy.

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DK Workbooks: Math, Kindergarten

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Perfect for kindergarteners, this workbook provides further practice in preparing children ages 5-6 for math in the school curriculum. Topics include counting to 20, first steps in addition and subtraction, naming 2D shapes, working with money, and telling time.

Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, DK Workbooks: Math is an innovative series of home-learning math workbooks that is closely linked to school curriculum and helps make learning easy and fun.

Each title is packed with exercises and activities to strengthen what children learn in school. With clear questions and supportive illustrations to help children understand each topic, the books provide practice to reinforce learning and understanding of key concepts, such as fractions, times tables, and shapes. A parents' section contains answers, tips, and guidance to provide support, and a certificate of achievement will reinforce confidence in kids by rewarding their accomplishments.

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DK Workbooks: Science, Pre-K

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PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.

Perfect for children ages 4-5, this workbook helps your child understand first science concepts. Specific topics covered include living things, the human body, healthy habits, the weather, the seasons, colors, water, and floating and sinking.

Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, DK Workbooks: Science is an innovative series of home-learning science workbooks that is closely linked to school curriculum and helps make learning easy and fun.

Each title is packed with exercises and activities to strengthen what children learn in school. With clear questions and supportive illustrations to help children understand each topic, the books provide practice to reinforce learning and understanding of key concepts, such as animal life cycles, the solar system, chemistry, and anatomy. A parents' section contains answers, tips, and guidance to provide support, and a certificate of achievement will reinforce confidence in kids by rewarding their accomplishments.

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DK Workbooks: Problem Solving, Kindergarten

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PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book, but you will be able to download printable worksheets on purchase. 

Perfect for kindergarteners, this workbook introduces children ages 5-6 to solving simple math problems. Specific topics covered include working with numbers up to 20, 2D and 3D shapes, addition and subtraction, comparing sizes, and picture graphs.

Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, DK Workbooks: Problem Solving is an innovative series of home-learning math workbooks that is closely linked to school curriculum and helps make learning easy and fun.

Each title is packed with exercises and activities to strengthen what children learn in school. With clear questions and supportive illustrations to help children understand each topic, the books provide practice to reinforce learning and understanding of key concepts, such as fractions, times tables, and shapes. A parents' section contains answers, tips, and guidance to provide support, and a certificate of achievement will reinforce confidence in kids by rewarding their accomplishments.
 

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English for Everyone Junior Beginner's Course Practice Book

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A visually stimulating practice ebook to accompany English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course

English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Practice Book is a clearly structured and beautifully illustrated workbook for children aged 6-9, which offers extra practice for those beginning their journey of learning English as a foreign language.
Following the same unit-by-unit structure as English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course, this workbook provides your child with all the support they need to build their confidence when using the language skills they have learned in the course ebook. Featuring hundreds of exercises, this practice ebook tests all the vocabulary and grammar structures taught within English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course, making use of a range of both familiar and new exercise mechanisms.

Although best used to accompany English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course, this practice ebook can also be used independently by children or teachers who are in need of additional beginner-level English practice exercises. English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Practice Book's dynamic visual approach to language learning makes it stand out from the competition.

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DK Workbooks: Math, Second Grade

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PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book, but you will be able to download printable worksheets on purchase.

Perfect for children ages 7-8, this workbook builds confidence in growing math skills of second graders. Among new topics covered are adding two-digit numbers, number families, grouping, solving real-life problems, creating charts, and plotting line graphs.

Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, DK Workbooks: Math is an innovative series of home-learning math workbooks that is closely linked to school curriculum and helps make learning easy and fun.

Each title is packed with exercises and activities to strengthen what children learn in school. With clear questions and supportive illustrations to help children understand each topic, the books provide practice to reinforce learning and understanding of key concepts, such as fractions, times tables, and shapes. A parents' section contains answers, tips, and guidance to provide support, and a certificate of achievement will reinforce confidence in kids by rewarding their accomplishments.

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DK Workbooks: Math, Pre-K

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PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.

Perfect for preschoolers, this workbook contains exercises that focus on the most basic concepts of math including counting to ten, shapes, money, and reading and writing numbers.

Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, DK Workbooks: Math Pre-K is an innovative series of home-learning math workbooks that is closely linked to the school curriculum and helps make learning easy and fun.

Each title is packed with exercises and activities to strengthen what children learn in school. With clear questions and supportive illustrations to help children understand each topic, the books provide practice to reinforce learning and understanding of key concepts, such as fractions, times tables, and shapes. A parents' section contains answers, tips, and guidance to provide support, and a certificate of achievement will reinforce confidence in kids by rewarding their accomplishments.

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DK Workbooks: Spelling, First Grade

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PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.

Perfect for children ages 6-7, this workbook supports your child's spelling and word-formation skills. Topics covered in this workbook include beginning and ending conconants, vowel teams, consonant blends, and beginning and ending digraphs.

Level by level, the write-in DK Workbooks: Spelling series offers at-home practice that kids actually enjoy, making them ideal supplements to schoolwork. Designed to support curriculum standards, this series is developed with leading educational experts to build confidence and understanding.

For children ages 3-9, each leveled workbook is packed with activities and challenges, offering the beneficial repetition and cumulative learning that lead to mastery. Fact boxes on each page give a simple overview of the topics being covered, review the basics, and often offer an example of the task at hand. The exercises themselves reinforce key spelling topics, including: vowel sounds, syllables, irregularly spelled words, reading simple sentences, and more. And with a parents' section filled with answers, tips, and guidance, caregivers have easy access to all the expertise they need to help their children learn spelling.

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Language Arts, Math, and Science - Grade 1

Linda Ruggieri

PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises. Boost your child's skills with fun activities and exercises that introduce key concepts in spelling, math, and science. Whether you want to teach your child at home, give them extra support outside the classroom, or find fun stimulation for your budding genius, this workbook has something for everyone. Home learning can be fun with these exercises, featuring drawing, puzzles, kitchen-science experiments, and more. This write-in book provides an introduction to key skills in literacy, numeracy, and science. To help the parent/carer, there are answer pages and notes providing further guidance; and there's no need to buy any specialist equipment or craft supplies - just pick up a pencil!With 60 activity pages to keep your child entertained as well as educated and a reward certificate on completion, there's something in a DK workbook for every child to learn and enjoy.

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Language Arts, Math, and Science - Kindergarten

Linda Ruggieri

PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises. Boost your child's skills with fun activities and exercises that introduce key concepts in spelling, math, and science. Whether you want to teach your child at home, give them extra support outside the classroom, or find fun stimulation for your budding genius, this workbook has something for everyone. Home learning can be fun with these exercises, featuring drawing, puzzles, kitchen-science experiments, and more. This write-in book provides an introduction to key skills in literacy, numeracy, and science. To help the parent/carer, there are answer pages and notes providing further guidance; and there's no need to buy any specialist equipment or craft supplies - just pick up a pencil!With 60 activity pages to keep your child entertained as well as educated and a reward certificate on completion, there's something in a DK workbook for every child to learn and enjoy.

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DK Workbooks: Science, First Grade

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PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.

Perfect for children ages 6-7, this workbook supports the expanding science skills of first graders. Among the topics covered are animal movement, muscles, bones, the heart, teeth, fossils, speed, materials, rocks, the sun, and the moon.

Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, DK Workbooks: Science is an innovative series of home-learning science workbooks that is closely linked to school curriculum and helps make learning easy and fun.

Each title is packed with exercises and activities to strengthen what children learn in school. With clear questions and supportive illustrations to help children understand each topic, the books provide practice to reinforce learning and understanding of key concepts, such as animal life cycles, the solar system, chemistry, and anatomy. A parents' section contains answers, tips, and guidance to provide support, and a certificate of achievement will reinforce confidence in kids by rewarding their accomplishments.

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DK Workbooks: Science, Second Grade

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PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.

Perfect for children ages 7-8, this workbook builds confidence in the growing scientific understanding in second graders. Objectives include familiarity with animal life cycles and adaptations, insect life, plant reproduction, simple machines, and states of matter.

Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, DK Workbooks: Science is an innovative series of home-learning science workbooks that is closely linked to school curriculum and helps make learning easy and fun.

Each title is packed with exercises and activities to strengthen what children learn in school. With clear questions and supportive illustrations to help children understand each topic, the books provide practice to reinforce learning and understanding of key concepts, such as animal life cycles, the solar system, chemistry, and anatomy. A parents' section contains answers, tips, and guidance to provide support, and a certificate of achievement will reinforce confidence in kids by rewarding their accomplishments.

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DK Workbooks: Language Arts Math and Science Grade 3

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PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises. 

Boost your child's skills with fun activities and exercises that introduce key concepts in spelling, math, and science.

Whether you want to teach your child at home, give them extra support outside the classroom, or find fun stimulation for your budding genius, this workbook has something for everyone. 

Home learning can be fun with these exercises, featuring drawing, puzzles, kitchen-science experiments, and more. This write-in book provides an introduction to key concepts and skills in literacy, numeracy, and science. To help the parent/carer, there are answer pages and notes providing further guidance; and there's no need to buy any specialist equipment or craft supplies - just pick up a pencil!

With 60 activity pages to keep your child entertained as well as educated and a reward certificate on completion, there's something in a DK workbook for every child to learn and enjoy.

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How to Be Good at Math Workbook Grades 2-3

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Love it or hate it, math is an essential subject to know. Now you can master it with this colorful practice ebook.

Do you feel a bit left behind in math class? Or are you a math genius and want to practice more at home? This workbook will help cement everything you need to know about math through practice questions and practical exercises. Easy-to-follow instructions allow you to try out what you've studied, helping you understand what you've learned in school or giving extra study practice before that important test.

Aimed at children aged 7-11 (Grades 2 and up), the ebook covers all the key areas of the school curriculum, including fractions, percentages, multiplication, measurement, geometry, coordinates, data handling, graphs, and equations. And there are answers at the back to check that you're on the right path.

This workbook accompanies the How to Be Good at Math coursebook, but can also be used on its own.

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How to Be Good at Math Workbook, Grades 4-6

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Love it or hate it, maths is an essential subject to know. Now you can master it with this colorful practice ebook. 

Do you feel a bit left behind in maths class? Or are you a maths genius and want to practice more at home? DK's How to be Good at Maths course book for children aged 7-12 now has two accompanying workbooks: Workbook 1 covers ages 7-9 and Workbook 2 covers ages 9-12. 

These workbooks will help to cement everything you need to know about maths through practice questions and practical exercises. Easy-to-follow instructions allow you to try out what you've studied, helping you understand what you've learned in school or giving extra revision practice before that important test.

Workbook 2 is aimed at children aged 9-12 (Upper Key Stage 2 in the UK, Grades 4, 5, and 6 in the US), and covers all the key areas of the school curriculum for this level, including working with fractions and decimal numbers, percentages, long multiplication and division, measurement, geometry, coordinates, statistics, probability, and basic algebra. And there are answers at the back to check that you're on the right path.

This workbook accompanies DK's How to be Good at Maths coursebook, but can also be used on its own to reinforce classroom teaching.

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The Squeaky Door

Margaret Read MacDonald

THE SQUEAKY DOOR

It's time for bed! Granny tucks Little Boy in tight. She kisses him good night. She turns out the light. And he's not scared! No, not him! But when Granny shuts that door... SQUEEEEAK!

How can a granny keep that spooky, squeaky door from scaring her little boy awake at night?

Acclaimed storyteller Margaret Read MacDonald spins a humorous bedtime story, perfect for reading aloud, with comical illustrations by Mary Newell DePalma.

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Froggy Gets Dressed

Jonathan London

Froggy wants to play outside—but isn’t he forgetting something?

When Froggy wakes up to see snow outside his window, he can’t wait to hop and frolic. But going out means putting on a scarf, a hat, a coat . . . so many things to remember! Luckily, his mother is there to call him back and remind him of everything he needs to get dressed. 

With gentle, relatable humor and easy-to-follow text, Froggy’s winter adventure makes the perfect read-aloud!

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Everybody Says Meow

Constance Lombardo

"The messages of inclusion and acceptance are welcome. An enjoyable addition to noisy storytimes." --Kirkus

Everybody Says Meow! Or do they Fans of Sandra Boynton and of Jules Feiffer's classic Bark, George will meow, bark, and ribbit when they hear this hilarious picture book about a waggish group of adorable animals that just cannot follow one simple instruction.

"Welcome to that magical time when everybody says, 'Meow!' Ready"

Well, not quite. There's also a "Woof." And a "Ribbit."

A few words and a minimal background can make for plenty of mischief--especially when your characters are adorable, delightfully silly, and probably NOT LISTENING!

Fun, cumulative, and playful, Everybody Says Meow is perfect for preschoolers and toddlers just learning how to read.

"Working in pen, ink, and watercolor, Lombardo's bright scenes focus all the attention on her cast as they discover that not everybody says 'meow'--and that more friends make things much more fun." --Publishers Weekly

"This readaloud swiftly becomes a read-along, and little ones will quickly join in with the various animal sounds. A final comic punch will leave listeners giggling and wanting more." --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

 

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Swimmy

Leo Lionni

The gorgeous, Caldecott Honor-winning tale of a very clever fish by beloved picture book creator Leo Lionni.

Deep in the sea lives a happy school of fish. Their watery world is full of wonders, but there is also danger, and the little fish are afraid to come out of hiding . . . until Swimmy comes along. Swimmy shows his friends how—with ingenuity and team work—they can overcome any danger.

Winner of the 1964 Caldecott Honor, this beloved tale of a brave little fish has been a favorite to generations of readers. To celebrate Swimmy's fiftieth anniversary, we are issuing a handsome special edition hardcover that includes a bonus poster.

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The Story of Ferdinand

Munro Leaf

A true classic with a timeless message, The Story of Ferdinand has enchanted readers since it was first published in 1936. All the other bulls would run and jump and butt their heads together. But Ferdinand would rather sit and smell the flowers. And he does just that, until the day a bumblebee and some men from the Madrid bullfights give gentle Ferdinand a chance to be the most ferocious star of the corrida—and the most unexpected comic hero. This cherished hardcover is perfect for those who love Ferdinand, and those who have yet to meet him.

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The Carrot Seed

Ruth Krauss

When a little boy plants a carrot seed, everyone tells him it won't grow. But when you are very young, there are some things that you just know, and the little boy knows that one day a carrot will come up. So he waters his seed, and pulls the weeds, and he waits ... First published in 1945 and never out of print, this timeless combination of Ruth Krauss's simple text and Crockett Johnson's eloquent illustrations creates a triumphant and deeply satisfying story for readers of all ages.

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Leo the Late Bloomer

Robert Kraus

“Captivating and rollicking.” —The Horn Book

Leo isn't reading, or writing, or drawing, or even speaking, and his father is concerned. But Leo's mother isn't. She knows her son will do all those things, and more, when he's ready.

This heartwarming story of how a little tiger named Leo bloomed is told by bestselling author Robert Kraus and is accompanied by the wonderfully bold illustrations of Jose Aruego.

With its message of patience and humor, Leo the Late Bloomer is more timely than ever. As Children's Books and Their Creators commented: "Leo's reassuring 'I made it!' at the end delights young listeners who may have been scrutinized for early blooming by well-intentioned moms and dads. Deserves space on any parenting shelf."

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Whistle for Willie

Ezra Jack Keats

Since it was first published in 1964, Whistle for Willie has delighted millions of young readers with its simple writing and its striking collage artwork depicting the story of Peter, who longs to whistle for his dog. The New York Times wrote: "Mr. Keats's illustrations boldly, colorfully capture the child, his city world, and the shimmering heat of a summer's day."

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The Snowy Day

Ezra Jack Keats

The magic and wonder of winter’s first snowfall is perfectly captured in Ezra Jack Keat’s Caldecott Medal-winning picture book. This 50th Anniversary Commemorative Edition celebrates the classic beloved by generations of readers and listeners.

In 1962, a little boy named Peter put on his snowsuit and stepped out of his house and into the hearts of millions of readers. The Snowy Day transformed children's literature with its pioneering portrayal of an African-American child and the charming story and artwork that won it the Caldecott Medal. Fifty years later, Viking proudly celebrates Peter's adventure in this very special edition. Featuring eight pages of bonus material and a festive cover, this oversized edition of Keats's beloved book is a must-have.

Ezra Jack Keats was also the creator of such classics as GogglesA Letter to AmyPet Show!Peter’s Chair, and A Whistle for Willie.
 
(This book is also available in Spanish, as Un dia de nieve.)

Praise for The Snowy Day:
New York Public Library's #1 book on the list of “Top Check Outs of All Time”

“Keats made Peter’s world so inviting that it beckons us. Perhaps the busyness of daily life in the 21st century makes us appreciate Peter even more—a kid who has the luxury of a whole day to just be outside, surrounded by snow that’s begging to be enjoyed.” —The Atlantic

"Ezra Jack Keats's classic The Snowy Day, winner of the 1963 Caldecott Medal, pays homage to the wonder and pure pleasure a child experiences when the world is blanketed in snow."—Publisher's Weekly

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The Hello, Goodbye Window

Norton Juster

This is a love song devoted to that special relationship between grandparents and grandchild. The kitchen window at Nanna and Poppy's house is, for one little girl, a magic gateway. Everything important happens near it, through it, or beyond it. Told in her voice, her story is both a voyage of discovery and a celebration of the commonplace wonders that define childhood, expressed as a joyful fusion of text with evocative and exuberant illustrations.The world for this little girl will soon grow larger and more complex, but never more enchanting or deeply felt.

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Stand Up! Speak Up!

Andrew Joyner

Awarded as a 2021 Malka Penn Award Honor Book, here is a timely picture book about a young girl's mission to inspire others to help the planet. The meaningful message of climate change activism is perfect for Earth Day and every day! 

Celebrate young climate change activists in this charming story about an empowered girl who shows up, listens up, and ultimately, speaks up to inspire her community to take action against climate change. After attending a climate march, a young activist is motivated to make an effort and do her part to help the planet... by organizing volunteers to work to make green changes in their community, from cleaning a lake, to planting trees, to making composting bins, to hosting a clothing swap and more! Here is an uplifting picture book that is an important reminder that no change is too small--and no person is too young--to make a difference.

With simple text and lively illustrations, Andrew Joyner has given young children a timely story about activism, community, and hope.

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Henry Hikes to Fitchburg

Donald B. Johnson

A New York Times Bestselling picture book inspired by the life of Henry David Thoreau!

"A masterpiece."--Daniel Pinkwater, NPR Weekend Edition?

Inspired by a passage from Walden, this story follows two friends who have very different approaches to life. When the two agree to meet one evening in Fitchburg, which is thirty miles away, each decides to get there in his own way. The two have drastically different journeys...with surprisingly similar results.

The Boston Globe-Horn Book Award and Ezra Jack Keats Writer Award winning Henry Hikes to Fitchburg is the first book in the Henry series.

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Harold and the Purple Crayon

Crockett Johnson

Essential Picture Book Classics—timeless stories for every child to treasure.

"One night, after thinking it over for some time, Harold decided to go for a walk in the moonlight."

Armed only with an oversized purple crayon, young Harold draws himself a landscape full of wonder and excitement.

Full of funny twists and surprises, this joyful story shows just how far your imagination can take you. Harold and the Purple Crayon has delighted readers of all ages for over fifty years.

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Rosie's Walk

Pat Hutchins

The Fox is after Rosie, but Rosie doesn't know it. Unwittingly, she leads him into one disaster after the other, each funnier than the last. To enjoy Rosie's walk as much as Rosie does, just look inside!

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Bread and Jam for Frances

Russell Hoban

Frances is a fussy eater. In fact, the only thing she likes is bread and jam. She won't touch her squishy soft-boiled egg. She trades away her chicken-salad sandwich at lunch. She turns up her nose at boring veal cutlets. Unless Mother can come up with a plan, Frances just might go on eating bread and jam forever!

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Off to School, Baby Duck!

Amy Hest

"No matter how many going-to-school books you already have, don’t miss out on this one." — SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL (starred review)

It’s the first day of school, and Baby Duck’s stomach is all jitters. What if her teacher is mean? What if she won’t have any fun? Or make any friends? And who will buckle her new school shoes? Luckily, Grampa knows just what to say and do to make Baby Duck feel better. And when Baby Duck meets her teacher and makes a new friend, she feels much, much braver. Both parents and children will welcome this winsome tale of Baby Duck, whose fears and victories on the first day of school are sure to elicit smiles of recognition.

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Is Your Mama a Llama?

Deborah Guarino

A young llama asks his friends if their mamas are llamas and finds out, in rhyme, that their mothers are other types of animals. She grazes on grass, and she likes to say, 'Moo!' I don't think that is what a llama would do." In this favorite, whimsical rhyming riddles help Lloyd the baby llama guess what kind of animal everyone's mama really is. But it's his friend Lyn the llama that finally leads Lloyd to the answer he most longs to hear. Is your mama a llama?

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Millions of Cats

Wanda Gág

The original American classic with a refrain that millions of kids love to chant: Hundreds of cats, thousands of cats, millions and billions and trillions of cats.

Once upon a time there was an old man and an old woman who were very lonely. They decided to get a cat, but when the old man went out searching, he found not one cat, but millions and billions and trillions of cats! Unable to decide which one would be the best pet, he brought them all home. 

How the old couple came to have just one cat to call their own is a classic tale that has been loved for generations. Winner of a Newbery Honor, this collector's edition of Wanda Gág's original edition—featuring a heavy interior stock, spot gloss and embossing on the cover, and a thread-sewn binding—will bring this beloved tale to a whole new generation of readers.

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Corduroy

Don Freeman

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The treasured childhood classic that tells the heartwarming story of a little bear and a little girl finding the friend they have always wanted in each other.

Corduroy lives in the toy department of a big store. Day after day he waits with all the other animals and dolls for somebody to come along and take him home. Yet as soon as Lisa sees him, she knows that he’s the bear for her. Her mother, though, thinks he’s a little shopworn—he’s even missing a button! Still, Corduroy knows that with a bit of work he can tidy himself up and be just the bear for Lisa.

Recognizable by his namesake green corduroy overalls, Corduroy and his misadventures in the search for his button have entertained and endeared generations of readers. The timeless quality of Corduroy’s story continues to appeal to children today as it has for decades, ensuring his place in everyone’s heart for years to come.

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Friday Night Wrestlefest

J. F. Fox

Bedtime has never been more fun! Friday Night Wrestlefest is inspired by WWE professional wrestling and is sure to wear kids out before they are gently tucked into bed. 

Ladies and Gentlemen, it's Friday night, and these kids are ready to wrestle! Join Dangerous Daddoo as he dishes out some serious moves to get the kids ready for bed. But what happens when Flying Mom Bomb gets home from work? Are the kids toast? 

From writer J. F. Fox and illustrator Micah Player comes a charming and quirky family story that will teach you a new Bedtime Blitz that everyone will enjoy.

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Mama Cat Has Three Kittens

Denise Fleming

Some kittens march to the beat of a different drummer.

Mama Cat has three kittens, Fluffy, Skinny, and Boris. Where Mama Cat leads, Fluffy and Skinny follow. But what about Boris-- will he ever stop napping and join the fun?

Young children will love Mama Cat and her three kittens. They'll also enjoy looking for three other creatures hidden in every scene. But they'll have to count carefully -- Mama Mouse has a surprise.

Using her own cats as models, Denise Fleming has captured the moods, expressions, and antics of a mother cat and her kittens. But there is a rebel in every crowd, and Boris is sure to charm readers who will recognize themselves in his contrary ways.

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In the Tall, Tall Grass

Denise Fleming

If you were a fuzzy caterpillar crawling through the tall, tall grass on a sunny afternoon, what would you see?

To find out, just follow the tiny tour guide as he inches his way through the pages of this book. You'll see ants and bees and birds--hip-hopping bunnies too. You'll even hear the sounds some of them make.

Crunch, munch,
caterpillars lunch...
Crack, snap, wings flap...

Beginning as the sun is high in the sky and ending as fireflies blink and the moon rises above, this backyard tour is one no child will want to miss.

Denise Fleming's In the Tall, Tall Grass has been named:
1992 Boston Globe - Horn Book Award Honor Book for Picture Books
An ALA Notable Book
A School Library Journal Best Book
An American Bookseller Pick of the Lists
A Booklist Editors' Choice

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Lunch

Denise Fleming

It's time for lunch, and one little mouse is famished! In fact, he's so hungry that once he starts eating, he can't stop. He sinks his teeth into a crisp white turnip, gobbles up some orange carrots, devours an ear of yellow corn, then tosses back some tender green peas. He's full, but this mouse keeps on munching until his bulging belly won't hold another bite.

Parents will see their own toddlers in this perky tale, and toddlers won't get enough of the gregarious little mouse. They'll proudly identify the colors of his (and their) favorite foods, and enjoy guessing what fruit or vegetable he'll eat next. Color-savvy readers are sure to spot the rainbow contained in the background pages-- and almost everyone will agree that this is one book about colors that makes the plain old primaries look positively pale!

An ALA Notable Book
 

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Bark, George

Jules Feiffer

"Bark, George," says George's mother, and George goes: "Meow," which definitely isn't right, because George is a dog.

And so is his mother, who repeats, "Bark, George." And George goes, "Quack, quack."

What's going on with George? Find out in this hilarious new picture book from Jules Feiffer.

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Go Away, Big Green Monster!

Ed Emberley

Caldecott Award-winning author-artist Ed Emberley has created an ingenious way for children to chase away their nighttime fears. Kids can turn the pages of this die-cut book and watch the Big Green Monster grow. Then, when they're ready to show him who's in charge, they'll turn the remaining pages and watch him disappear! This lavish reissue features dramatic die-cut eyes and sparkling foil on the cover.

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Planting a Rainbow

Lois Ehlert

In this perennial classic by Caldecott Honor-winning author Lois Ehlert, little ones learn the colors of the rainbow as they watch a plants grow in a beautifully vibrant garden.

Through brilliant, textured cut paper collages, the story follows the progress of a mother and daughter in their backyard as they plant bulbs, seeds, and seedlings and nurture their growth into flowers. Bold, spare text and dazzling illustrations will inspire readers to take a closer look at the natural world and maybe even start a garden of their own.

Celebrate Earth Day, spring, and the basics of gardening while improving color recognition with Lois Ehlert's Planting a Rainbow!

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Eating the Alphabet

Lois Ehlert

A vibrant and sturdy word book starring fruits and vegetables from around the world from Caldecott Honor-winning author-illustrator Lois Ehlert. Features upper- and lowercase letters for preschoolers just learning language.

Each turn of the page reveals a mouth-watering arrangement of foods: Indian corn, jalapeno, jicama, kumquat, kiwifruit and kohlrabi. Lois Ehlert's lively watercolors paired with bold easy-to-read type make for a highly appealing and accessible book for parents and children to devour.

At the end of the book, Ehlert provides a detailed glossary that includes pronunciation, botanical information, the origin and history of the particular plant and occasional mythological references, with a small watercolor picture to remind the reader of what the plant looks like.

Apple to Zucchini,

come take a look.

Start eating your way

through this alphabet book.

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Color Zoo

Lois Ehlert

Shapes and colors in your zoo, lots of things that you can do. Heads and ears, beaks and snouts, that's what animals are all about. I know animals and you do too; make some new ones for your zoo.

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Gossie

Olivier Dunrea

Meet Gossie, a small yellow gosling who loves to wear bright red boots—every day. One morning Gossie can't find her beloved boots. She looks everywhere for them: under the bed, over the wall, even in the barn. Preschoolers will enjoy helping Gossie find her red boots and delight in where Gossie finally finds them.

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