Collection: Children

If one day buds bloom and birds chirp, and the next day a late snow falls from the sky, is it spring? Will it ever be spring? An evergreen, child-friendly picture book that explores themes of patience, hope, the seasons, and nature by the New York Times bestseller and Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes.

A flower in the garden down the street. Birds in the sky. Buds on the branches in the park. It must be spring.

But wait! What is this icy gust of wind? Why are snowflakes falling from heavy gray clouds? Will it ever be spring? Yes, says the sun. Just be patient.

Kevin Henkes, the #1 New York Times bestseller who has been awarded the Caldecott Medal, two Caldecott Honors, two Newbery Honors, two Geisel Honors, the Children's Literature Lecture Award, and Children's Literature Legacy Award, among numerous other honors, has created a masterful and classic picture book that combines an evocative call-and-response text with delicate and lovely illustrations. Readers will be left assured that the sun--and spring--will always come again.

A laugh-out-loud funny graphic novel-style picture book about a paper fortune teller left behind at recess who ends up saving the day, by the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Day the Crayons Quit.

What's a fortune teller to do when she's dropped on the ground half-finished when the bell rings to mark the end of recess? Make friends and save the day, that's what!

In this hilarious graphic novel-style picture book, Forty the Fortune Teller, along with her friends Potato Chip and Basketball convince a team of chewed-up chewing gum to help repair the playground slide so that the kids at school won't get hurt. This story is totally wacky, totally adorable, and a perfect read-aloud for a storytime.

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography all about the brave sled dog Balto! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers!

Travel alongside Balto, the famous sled dog, as he races across frozen Alaska in 1925 with lifesaving medicine! This exciting true tale of a heroic dog will thrill young boys and girls. Full of engaging colorful artwork and little-known facts--including what happened to Balto in his later years--My Little Golden Book About Balto will be read again and again!

Middle School meets Percy Jackson in this exciting adventure from #1 New York Times bestselling author James Patterson, where Greek gods task an ordinary twelve-year-old with a big mission.

Nick Andino isn't exactly "hero" material. He's perfectly happy working at his family's Greek diner, pining over his crush, and avoiding his bully. His life isn't very exciting...until destiny comes calling.

Dr. Zeus, the over-the-top king of the gods, zooms into town with a quest that Nick must complete to save Andinos past and present from being erased from history. Accompanied by a fast-talking Hermes, Nick journeys back to ancient Greece, where his ancestors await--along with new friends and a whole host of Greek gods and monsters. Can Nick be the hero the Andinos need, or will his story be another Greek tragedy?

This fast-paced, feel-good adventure from the world's favorite storyteller has black-and-white illustrations throughout, and amphitheaters full of humor and heart.

Captivate young readers ages 2-5 with this engaging first words book that includes touch-and-feel textures and lift-the-flap surprises. Perfect for early learners, this book offers a hands-on experience that combines fun with educational content about animals in various environments.

Introduce little ones ages 2-5 to the fascinating world of animals! This engaging first words book is arranged into seven thematic spreads, featuring animal friends from diverse environments such as the jungle, the farm, and the ocean. Each spread is designed to engage young children with a combination of tactile textures and lift-the-flap elements, making learning an interactive adventure.

Feel the bumpy skin of a jumping tree frog, the soft fur of a farmyard lamb, and the rough scales of a spiky puffer fish. As children lift the flaps, they'll uncover fun facts about each animal, from the mighty roar of a lion to a gently swimming sea turtle.

The perfect blend of sensory exploration and educational discovery, this book is an ideal addition to any child's early learning library.

A child touchingly narrates the ups and downs of living with a parent who experiences mental illness.

Sometimes Mom soars like a kite. Other times the kite turns into a sail, and she's like a boat, bobbing along the waves, until water spills over the sides and she starts to sink. "I try to bail the water out," the child says, "but my bucket is too small or has a hole in it."

On a better day, Mom introduces the child to a "new friend" named Grace, a therapist. Grace explains that it's not the child's job to fix things. And Grace helps the child find coping strategies -- talking, playing games and, especially, drawing as a creative outlet.

Gradually, the child begins to feel better when they're at home with Mom, where there are plenty of crayons and the comfort of a beloved pet to cuddle.

But the child has one big question. At the end of the story, they ask if they will sink or soar when they grow up. And while no one knows for sure, the child believes Grace who suggests that they now have the tools to weather whatever storms might come.

Reviewed by a children's psychiatrist for authenticity. Includes an author's note and a list of resources and helplines for mental health.

Key Text Features

authors note

dialogue

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resources

vignettes

Correlates to the Common Core States Standards in English Language Arts:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.2

Retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate understanding of their central message or lesson.

¡Llamamiento a todos los aprendices de mago! ¿Alguna vez quisiste que el agua se pliegue? ¿Te gustaría hacer desaparecer cáscaras de huevo? ¿Poder preparar todo el helado que quieras es tu sueño?

¡Aprende a hacer todo esto y mucho más con 40 experimentos de ciencia (¡muy mágicos!)!

Con este libro de magia en español, los magos en ciernes podrán explorar fenómenos sorprendentes de la vida real y vivir la emoción de experimentar por sí mismos la magia de la química en un entorno seguro y apropiado para su edad.

• Cada experimento incluye instrucciones paso a paso y datos científicos escondidos debajo de solapas y ventanas.
• Con ingeniosas ilustraciones a todo color que sumergen a los pequeños magos en un mundo mágico lleno de ciencia.
• Al final del libro, los lectores obtendrán un certificado que les otorga un título oficial de mago.

Evita que el agua se congele, crea pociones que cambian de color, descubre la magia de los cristales y mucho más mientras exploras los secretos científicos detrás de cada experimento mágico.

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Calling all Wizards in training! Have you ever wanted to make water bend? Would you like to make eggshells disappear? Do you ever wish you could make ice cream at home? Learn how to do all this and more with The Wizard's Guide to Magical Experiments.

With 40 magical real-life science experiments, this book allows young wizards to make all manner of scientific discoveries from the comforts of their home. Children will experience the thrill of hands-on experiments, while learning the magic of chemistry in a safe, age-appropriate setting.

Each experiment includes step-by-step instructions presented in engaging, fold-out activities that add to the excitement and discovery of each task. Young wizards will stop water from freezing, create a color changing potion, discover the magic of crystals and more. At the end of the book, children will earn a certificate that grants them the title of Novice Wizard.

A joyful exploration of a child's loving relationship with the land that supports and nurtures her as she grows

You Are the Land is a vivid ode to belonging within a family, within a community, and within the natural world.

From the day she's born, a child feels the love and power that come with being part of something bigger. She's a new spring leaf, alive and growing, as strong as the ancient cedars and as radiant as the glittering night sky. She is one with the amazing forces of nature that surround and nurture her, and that she nurtures in return.

Through inspiring words and sweeping illustrations, renowned artist Steph Littlebird's stunning debut celebrates our connection to the land and shows how we perfectly mirror its beauty and resilience.

Over 2.7 million Gaston books sold worldwide!

Mr. Men meets The Color Monster--with a unicorn!--in the third book in this series that taps into the current trend of books about childhood emotions, this one about sadness.

A little unicorn's rainbow-colored mane shifts to a single color when he's feeling a particularly strong emotion. It seems like a storm comes over him when he's sad, and his mane turns deep blue. But when he repeats a breathing exercise, the clouds clear and his rainbow returns--and if he ever feels sad again, he'll know just what to do.

This distinctive series about coping with strong feelings integrates a breathing exercise into the story, making these books perfect for parents who are seeking practical tools for their children. With accessible, mainstream artwork and unicorn character appeal, each book focuses on just one emotion, allowing parents and children to dive deeper into individual moods. Little Unicorn is Shy will release at the same time.

It's time to tear it up with this special board book with wheels featuring Monster Jam's fiercest truck: ThunderROARus!

ThunderROARus is ready to break his biggest record yet! Can this fearsome truck defeat the competition and jump over a whopping NINE trucks? Watch this spectacular truck defy gravity in this original Monster Jam story!

Using this unique board format including wheels, kids can read the book and drive their own ThunderROARus monster truck!

WILLIEBOY EATS THE WORLD is a children's book that answers the question every parent has asked: what do you tell children who won't try new things?

Actor and best-selling author Steve Schirripa yields center stage to his adorable real-life dachshund WillieBoy in this New York City-based fantasy. It was inspired by the viral videos the two have become famous for, with Steve and WillieBoy chowing down on everything from pizza to churros. In WillieBoy Eats the World, Steve admits that he only eats Italian food because it's all that he knows--so WillieBoy teaches him the joy of trying Chinese, Thai, Mexican, Korean, and dozens of other delights. WillieBoy promises: "Trust me, my pal, you'll be glad that I sent ya / On this great big fabulous dining adventure."

The book is cowritten by author and journalist Philip Lerman, and illustrated by veteran artist Kirk Parrish.

He's an alligator . . . he operates an excavator . . . he is EXCA-GATOR!

An adorable picture book perfect for fans of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and Crocodiles Need Kisses Too!

In the deepest jungle swamp,
Where the beasties howl and stomp,
From a little swamp home door,
Comes a mighty gator ROAR!

Exca-Gator is so excited for a new day of building and constructing with all of his buds! He may be even a little too excited, when he overestimates his abilities and causes a big old construction site mess. Can Exca-Gator make things right with his friends and save the day?

Told in rhythmic bouncing rhyme from Brooke Hartman and with gorgeous playful art from prolific picture book illustrator Michael Slack, this book is a can't-miss pick for any young readers who love books about construction vehicles and adorable animals.

Babies, meet the Beatles! This board book edition of the best-selling Little Golden Book Biography has shorter, simpler text that's just right for the littlest fans!

Introduce babies and toddlers to one of the greatest bands of all time. Follow John, Paul, George, and Ringo from their humble beginnings in Liverpool to the rise of Beatlemania and their unforgettable first trip to the United States. With simplified text and sturdy board pages, this book is perfect for reading again and again. Makes a great baby shower gift!

I am thankful to my teacher for helping me be the best I can be!

In this heartwarming picture book, children thank their teachers for laugh-out-loud days and trail-blazing subjects. They're thankful for teachers who point out the possibilities, celebrate differences, pay attention to the details, and go above and beyond.

A Thank You Letter to My Teacher celebrates a wide variety of teaching styles and school experiences from a group of diverse children. A celebration of those who help kids learn, it's the perfect book for every teacher at the start of the year, end of the year, or anytime in between!

My teacher inspires me to

be curious,

take chances, make discoveries,

be open to mistakes...

And always leave room for improvement.

OOPS!

That means pointing out what is possible,

seeing the big picture,

and paying attention to the details.

SPLAT SPLAT, SPLAT!

I am thankful to my teacher

for thoughtful tips.

memorable match-ups.

and strengthening my skills...

to showcase and shine!

POOF!

Every page is a new outdoor adventure filled with fun things for toddlers to search for and find!

Can you spot all 10 hidden items in each colorful scene that shows fun activities to do outside? This Fun to Find! board book invites little ones on an amazing journey to all kinds of places packed with things to see and explore. Whether they're searching for a watering can in a backyard garden, 3 seashells at the beach, or cotton candy at a carnival, kids are sure to find the fun in this search and find book for kids.

10 search-the-page puzzles--Perfect for at-home or on-the-go play, this colorful activity book for kids will keep them engaged, entertained, and learning.

Adorable illustrations--Little ones will love searching for a huge variety of items in each cute and detailed scene--and the sturdy board book format is perfect for little hands to hold.

Independent learning--Vibrant art with easy-to-identify objects give young kids an opportunity to read and play on their own or have someone read with them.

Are you ready for some search-and-find fun? You never know what you'll discover!