Collection: Children

It was spring. Rabbit's season to shine. But this year, Frog was taking over. He had always wanted to be just like Rabbit. He already had the hops, and the rest he could learn with the help of his friends. But when disaster strikes, Frog must decide who he's really meant to be. With her stunning illustrations and relatable storytelling, best-selling author/illustrator Katy Hudson seamlessly weaves themes of friendship, self-acceptance, personal growth, and self-worth into this heartwarming picture book.

Conozcan a Fernando Valenzuela, el lanzador de los Dodgers que se convirtió en un símbolo del orgullo mexicano, en este libro de béisbol en español para niños de 7 a 10 años.

Meet LA Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, the rookie who became a symbol of Mexican American pride, in this Spanish-language baseball book for kids ages 7-10.

Fernando Valenzuela era un adolescente cuando llegó a Estados Unidos desde México para jugar con los Dodgers de Los Ángeles. En los años 80, la población mexicoestadounidense de Los Ángeles rara vez seguía el béisbol. Pero cuando Fernando ganó sus primeros ocho juegos como abridor novato, despertó en ellos un amor por el béisbol. ¡Fernando se convirtió en una estrella internacional! Y a los aficionados, la llegada de Fernando les dio algo más: un héroe de los suyos.

La periodista deportiva Nathalie Alonso se une al ilustrador mexicoestadounidense John Parra para celebrar a este legendario jugador, conocido por su estilo de lanzar único.

Fernando Valenzuela was just barely out of his teens when he came to the United States from Mexico to play for the Los Angeles Dodgers. In the 1980s, Mexican Americans rarely followed baseball. But when Fernando pitched eight winning games, he inspired them to love baseball. Fernando became an international star! And the fans gained something too: a hero they could call their own.

Baseball reporter Nathalie Alonso joins Mexican American illustrator John Parra to celebrate this sensational player who was known for his signature pitching style.

In this inspiring DC Super Heroes picture book, a young boy and Batman both face their fears in parallel journeys of bravery. The boy takes on the daunting challenge of speaking on Sharing Day just as the Caped Crusader works to thwart a destructive scheme constructed by The Joker. Demonstrating actionable steps such as breathing, positive self-talk, and asking for help, our two heroes show that bravery isn't about feeling unafraid, but keeping calm and preserving in the face of fear--no matter how big or small. An encouraging read perfect for reminding young readers of their own special superpower: Being brave!

Calling all art and animal lovers! Join Harriet, the museum cat, on a playful tour of artwork from around the world and across time - all of which feature dogs!

• Over 30 artworks that all include dogs
• Art from many cultures, from Indigenous art to classic paintings to modern street art and sculpture
• Famous artists including Frida Kahlo, Banksy, Keith Haring, and Jeff Koons
• Colorful illustrations, fun facts, surprising stories, and a humorous feline tour guide
• An accessible introduction to art styles and time periods

A beautifully illustrated book about how we're all different yet all the same from beloved author-artist Gianna Marino.

One lonely day, Mule sees someone with ears like hers--could it be another mule? It's a rabbit! But how delightful that they have the same ears! And Rabbit and Beaver have the same teeth! And Beaver and Duck have the same feet! But what happens when Bear is different from everyone else?

In this gorgeously illustrated and humorously told story, Gianna Marino celebrates our similarities and our differences while sharing a powerful message about community and friendship.

In a sweeping poetic achievement--and a clarion call to action--Newbery Honoree Marion Dane Bauer reckons with humankind's responsibility for the climate crisis, tracing a storyline from ice age to industrial age.

Born without fangs, claws, or wings, naked of fur or feathers, humans are the most vulnerable of Earth's creatures. Our strength rests in our knowing. Early on, we put our big brains to work to tame fire, and over eons, our discovery helped us grow. Just two centuries ago, we began using coal, oil, and gas--remnants of long-ago life hidden deep within a generous Earth--to fuel fire, light up our nights, and run machines. Fertilizers let us reuse the soil. Pesticides killed the competition. We even dreamed up a synthetic "wonder" material called plastic. But our big brains tuned out the devastating effects of these actions. Can our knowing unravel the greatest crisis we'll ever face? Stunning artwork evokes the climate emergency to scale in a third epic fusion of poetry and science from the author of We, the Curious Ones and The Stuff of Stars. Packed with hopeful action points, this portrait of a planet in peril is a plea to reconnect with our home, the source of all life, and a rallying cry for a generation coming of age just in time to turn things around.

If you spend the afternoon with Mosom, you might make him tea and listen to stories.

If you make him tea, chances are that he will want some bannock to go with it. He will tell you his stories, show you pictures from when he was young and share his Knowledge. Although Mosom may move a little slower and sometimes forget things, you can help him find his glasses and go for walks together. It's okay to go slow. Along the way, Mosom will teach you new Cree words and the best places to find delicious saskatoon berries. And when you're back home again, Mosom might just ask you to make him another cup of tea.

With warm, engaging illustrations, this story celebrates the joy and importance of spending time with Elders, passing down Traditions, and the lasting bond between a child and his mosom. A gentle story that highlights meaningful connection between generations.

Available in Plains Cree as kîspin osîhtamawaci kimosôm maskihkîwâpoy.

Praise for Tonya Simpson

★"In warm, soothing language, a mother speaks to her infant, poetically describing their ancestral surroundings and reflecting on traditional Cree knowledge...Luxuriantly alive with glowing colors and textured patterns, Dumont's (Onion Lake Cree Nation) exquisite pointillist illustrations resemble three-dimensional beadwork. This eloquent and insightful picture book (...) honors the enduring relationship between a child, their ancestors, and the land." - Booklist, starred review for This Land Is a Lullaby

★"This solemn and serene volume should be considered a first purchase. Essential for most collections, and with its wildlife-centric art, it's also a perfect read-aloud for Earth Day." - School Library Journal, starred review for Forever Our Home

This dazzling celebration of letters from a beloved children's author is overflowing with clever details, quirky humor, and surprises at every turn.

A is for astronaut, alpaca, and atlas--and that's just the beginning.

In this vibrant and wildly imaginative alphabet book, bestselling author and illustrator Tom Schamp invites readers to explore Letterland, a place where every letter leads to a world of playful discovery.

But this isn't just an ABC book--it's a colorful, interactive look-and-find adventure filled with hidden treasures and unexpected delights.

Each page teems with whimsical scenes, surprising characters, and layered visual storytelling that turn learning the alphabet into a joyful exploration.

Can you spot the animal alphabet? The musician alphabet? The construction alphabet? As readers follow Otto and the mysterious Letterman on their journey, they'll uncover curious objects, secret words, and dozens of clever connections--all woven into a rich tapestry of pattern, color, humor, and imagination.

Perfect for curious readers, budding artists, and alphabet explorers of all ages, Beauty of Letters is a vibrant tribute to language and typography. Whether you're meeting the alphabet for the first time or seeing it in a whole new light, this is a book to return to again and again--always with something new to find.

Embárcate en un viaje marítimo con La oruga muy hambrienta y descubre los maravillosos mares y océanos.

Con este encantador primer libro sobre los océanos, los niños recorrerán el planeta azul y descubrirán todo lo que necesitan saber sobre la geografía de los océanos y los animales que viven bajo el mar, desde los tiburones que los habitan hasta los montes submarinos que los forman.

En su interior encontrarás:

Toda la información sobre los seres vivos que viven en el mar y sus hábitas: los mamíferos marinos, los peces de aguas profundas, las zonas oceánicas, las corrientes, las islas y mucho más.

Explicaciones útiles sobre temas interesantes, como el funcionamiento de las mareas, la contaminación o las diiferentes formas en que podemos cuidar los océanos.

Bonitas ilustraciones del estilo característico de Eric Carle, fotografías llamativas y diagramas sencillos que complementan la información de cada página.
Una primera enciclopedia en español imprescindible para todo niño que siente curiosidad sobre el mundo que lo rodea, y en especial para los amantes de La oruga muy hambrienta.

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Go on an amazing journey of discovery with the Very Hungry Caterpillar and learn about ocean wonders, from sharks to seamounts.

Take a tour of the blue planet and discover everything you need to know about ocean geography and the animals that live beneath the waves.

Inside you will find:

• Topics that range from individual sea creatures and their habitats to how tides work and the ways in which we can look after the oceans.
• Bite-size chunks of information are complemented by captivating illustrations in Eric Carle's eye-catching photography, simple how-it-works diagrams and pull out images
• Information about marine mammals, deep sea fish, ocean zones, currents, islands, exploration, pollution, and much more in this one-of-a-kind introduction to oceans.

For lovers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and all bright young minds, this is the ultimate must-have oceans encyclopedia.

Celebrate the Earth with The Very Hungry Caterpillar!

The Very Hungry Caterpillar knows that the Earth is special. Featuring Eric Carle's colorful illustrations, this small hardcover book is the perfect way to celebrate the beauty of nature and build appreciation for our planet with your young reader.

The sky likes to be sunny so people can have fun outside--like the boy and his grandmother as they plant seeds.

It does its best to contain the clouds and rain so the boy and his grandma can have a picnic together, eating bao. Or do Tai Chi, or play mahjong in the park. But his grandma hasn't been well lately. And the sky isn't sure it can hold the clouds back anymore...like when the ambulance comes. And then when Grandma doesn't come home.

It rains and rains, and everyone goes indoors, including the boy and his family, who are devastated by the grandmother's death. The sky sees the boy has rain inside him too, and encourages him to let it out. The boy cries and cries, and his mother holds him. But we see that eventually, just like the rain, his tears stop. The streets have been washed clean and the plants are blooming. His grandma has a special place on their family's altar, which includes flowers from the garden they planted together, showing she will live on in their home and hearts forever.

Praise for Sarah Yi-Mei Tsiang:

★ "Simple, age-appropriate, and thoughtfully diverse. Exactly what we want in a board book."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review for Toesy Toes

The New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire Graphix series continues in this collectible four-book paperback boxed set of books 5 - 8!

The bestselling Wings of Fire series soars to new heights in these graphic novel adaptations, now in a gift-ready boxed set: The Brightest Night, Moon Rising, Winter Turning and Escaping Peril!

From the infamous Black Death to the 1918 flu to COVID-19, disease outbreaks have always marked human history.

But where they spread, how they spread, and how fast they move have all changed. As humans became more mobile, started trading goods and information across the globe, built bigger cities, increased their greenhouse gas emissions, and had more contact with wildlife and farm animals, disease began to spread easier and faster than ever before. At the same time, humans got better at preventing and combating outbreaks. But no prevention or treatment is perfect for every disease. When new outbreaks occur, people have to work together to figure out what causes the disease, how to prevent its spread, and how to treat it.

In Diseases Without Borders, explore several major diseases that have crossed international borders throughout time, including their causes, symptoms, treatments, and modern status, and what major factors contribute to their spread. Then consider an important question: What can we learn from the past and present to help predict and contain diseases in the future?

The fifth installment in the Schneider Award Honor-winning young middle grade series starring an unforgettable young boy on the autism spectrum, from National Book Award finalist Elana K. Arnold.

For Bixby Alexander Tam (nicknamed "Bat"), nothing is more important than Thor, his pet skunk. Especially not baseball, even though it's the favorite sport of his dad and his best friend, Israel. And when baseball season arrives and Israel wants Bat to join a team with him, Bat's dad makes him a deal: If Bat plays baseball this year, Dad will let him bring Thor to his apartment when Bat stays with him. It's an offer that Bat can't refuse.

Before long, Bat discovers that being a part of a team requires more than he'd bargained for. But he can't quit the team without giving up time with Thor or letting Israel down....can he?

Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

Ferris meets Ghosts of Tupelo Landing in this cozy ghost story about family, environmental activism, food, and friendship.

Basil Theriot has spent her entire life in New Orleans--in her family's famed Cajun restaurant in the French Quarter, really--but she's never been out to the bayou where her grandfather grew up. She's also never seen a ghost, even though dozens of ghost tours pass by the restaurant every day and her best friend Tommy is determined to be a ghost hunter.
But then Grandpere's ghost appears. And he has a mission for her.
Basil wouldn't mind being haunted if Grandpere could be helpful and share his secret recipe that might save the restaurant. But instead, he's intent on connecting Basil with her Cajun heritage. He sends her out to the bayou to meet his friends: an airboat captain, a shrimper, and a scientist rebuilding Louisiana's fast-disappearing coastline.
For fans of Gracie Under the Waves and A Strange Thing Happened in Cherry Hall, Grandpere's Ghost Swamp has a little bit of everything: a pinch of spookiness, a dash of environmental activism, and a heaping of family.

"Highly recommended for its compelling content, global inquiry, and stunning illustrations." - School Library Journal

A fascinating book for young readers to discover 3,000 years of tunnels!

From ancient burial chambers to modern megaprojects, Big Digs is a beautifully illustrated nonfiction book that takes young readers on an unforgettable journey into the world beneath our feet, exploring the science, history, and wonder of underground construction. Travel through hidden passages beneath palaces, secret tunnels under cities, and engineering marvels like the Channel Tunnel and the Large Hadron Collider. Each spread reveals a new underground world with fun facts, vibrant artwork, and surprising stories from around the globe.Packed with educational content and visual charm, Big Digs is perfect for curious kids who love history, science, or exploring the unknown. A captivating book that will open young minds to what lies beneath!