Collection: Children

Celebrate Halloween with the Owl family in this joyful, rhyming board book

Witch hats to wear.
Vampires to scare.
Candy to share.
HAPPY OWL-OWEEN!

Follow along with the Owl family on Halloween as they plan their costumes, go trick-or-treating, and more! Laura Gehl's lively rhyming text and Lydia Nichols's vibrant illustrations make for a spirited read.

Includes an author's note at the end that shares details about the origins of Halloween.

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A perfect introduction to one of the world's most iconic parks, Central Park is a joyful picture book celebration of nature, culture, and exploration--and a charming keepsake for local families and visitors who love New York.

Stroll through the sights and seasons of Central Park in this vibrant, rhyming picture book filled with fun facts about New York's favorite park on every page.

As the seasons change, so do the colors, activities, and surprises waiting in the park. A young boy and his dog explore Central Park throughout the year, discovering a landscape where nature and city life come together in uniquely New York ways--from beloved landmarks like Belvedere Castle to seasonal delights such as model boat races.

With lively verse and richly detailed illustrations, the book captures the energy and beauty of Central Park in spring, summer, fall, and winter, inviting children to observe, learn, and imagine their own adventures outdoors. Engaging facts woven into each spread make the experience both playful and educational.

An exuberant tribute to school from award-winning writer Amy Schwartz and illustrator Dasha Tolstikova. Includes a poster of all 100 things on the back of the jacket--perfect for an inspiring message on a classroom wall.

From Amy Schwartz, beloved author of 100 Things That Make Me Happy, 100 Things I Love to Do with You, and 100 Things I Know How to Do, comes this celebration of all the best things about school.

The rhyming text is perfect for classroom or playroom read-alouds, and charming illustrations by Dasha Tolstikova cover everything--big, small, serious, and silly--the littlest scholars look forward to in the classroom.

Class pet
The alphabet
Stencils
Pencils...

Today is baking day.

Once a week Ayah and her mother get to use the tandoor oven at their refugee camp. While they bake, Ayah talks about her teacher asking the class what they want to be when they grow up. Her mother wonders if Ayah wants to be an engineer or a singer...but Ayah has never met anyone like that.

While getting some fresh air, Ayah rests her eyes until a swallow says hello. "Please can I have some bread?" it asks. Ayah shares her snack, and the swallow tells her about its travels. Ayah has never seen the world outside the fence--she thought it was all dangerous. The sparrow explains that there are many places without war, and he invites her to climb on his back to fly with him and see the world for herself. Together they soar over fields and mountains and busy cities, and when Ayah returns, she can dream of a future where she'll be free.

Available in French as Ayah et le vaste monde.

A brilliantly funny story about empathy, kindness, and the importance of not judging a book by its cover... or, in this case, a mole by his mound!

Mole is on a mission to build an extraordinary shelter for him and his friends. But Bird, Beaver, and Bee don't see what the fuss is about - who would want to spend time in a muddy, moldy mound when they could be enjoying Bird's impressive nest, Beaver's incredible lodge, or Bee's intricate hive?

One by one, they rush to build their own, far superior, homes, failing to notice a storm that is on its way. When it finally arrives, Bird, Beaver, and Bee's houses are destroyed, and they are forced to seek shelter inside Mole's mound! It becomes clear that this seemingly ordinary mound is much more extraordinary on the inside.

Scoop, wiggle-wiggle, went the mole.
Working on his great, grand hole.

HILARIOUS READ-ALOUD: The bouncy rhyming text and funny story make for a perfect read aloud.

BUILDING COMMUNITY: Mole and his friends learn that helping each other in times of need not only provides support but creates a sense of belonging.

Perfect for:

• Parents and grandparents
• Preschool and kindergarten-level readers
• Gift-givers looking for a hilarious read-aloud with a heartwarming message
• Fans of Julia Donaldson and Matthew Forsythe's Mina

Packed with charming, animated illustrations, this series of pop-up biographies captures the most significant works of key figures, starting with four seminal artists.

Readers can learn about the life and works of Henri Matisse, including his prints, sculptures, and paintings.

With beautiful, intricate pop-ups on every spread, young readers will be introduced to these famous artists in an interactive and fun way.

A pop-up biography of Vincent van Gogh that's perfect for preschoolers.

Packed with charming, animated illustrations, this series of pop-up biographies captures the most significant works of key figures, starting with four seminal artists. Readers can learn about the life and works of Vincent Van Gogh, including The Starry Night, Self-Portrait and Vase with Fifteen Sunflowers.

With beautiful, intricate pop-ups on every spread, young readers will be introduced to these famous artists in an interactive and fun way.

A sea-themed guessing game in a book: Consider the clues, then lift the flaps to discover the oceanic answers!How much do you know about the ocean? And what sea-themed surprise is hiding beneath each flap? Discover deep-sea surprises in this nautical guessing-game board book.

What has flippered feet? What is the ruler of the sea? What walks sideways?

Adorable and humorous illustrations fill each page with helpful hints, and then it's up to clever little minds to determine the correct answers. Lift each flap to find out!PERFECT FIRST BOOK: A chunky, oversized board book format makes this perfect for lap reads and independent engagement.

PLAYFUL GAME IN A BOOK: This interactive novelty book will have the youngest readers guessing and practicing identification skills as they learn all about the ocean.

FUN & EDUCATIONAL: The perfect way to celebrate and understand the ocean, starting at a young age. Toddlers will love learning the names of their favorite sea things and expanding their vocabulary at the same time.

ENDLESSLY ENTERTAINING: Perfect for independent reading. With so many visuals and minimal text, very young readers will enjoy this book over and over again all on their own!Perfect for:

• Gift-givers seeking an interactive, educational book for toddlers
• Fans of the ocean, beach, and sea creatures
• Families going on a coastal vacation
• Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for a fun way to keep young children engaged
• Readers who enjoy lift-the-flap board books

Are you ready to race? Move Lightning and his friends along the tracks for hands-on story time! From the Piston Cup to Radiator Springs, drive with Lightning McQueen, Mater, Cruz, and Sally along 5 different tracks built into the book. While you read and explore, press 5 sound buttons to bring the action to life with exciting sounds! Hands-on interactivity, favorite characters, and exciting sounds help keep young readers engaged at story time.

A beautiful Wes Anderson-inspired picture book to help children navigate their emotions.

Just like felt, feelings can be a little fuzzy. Fuzzy Feelings follows the story of little Cat, who is experiencing lots of emotions as she navigates her way through the day. Cat wonders, Am I happy? Am I sad? Am I confused? It's hard to express how she is feeling.

As you turn the pages of the book with your own little one, discover together how to understand the big feelings that children have and how it can be hard to describe these different emotions. Cat learns that it's OK to have mixed or in-between thoughts that are hard to talk about.

Fuzzy Feelings is the perfect jumping-off point for parents, caregivers, and teachers to talk to a child about how they are feeling. Created in felt, all lovingly hand-sewn by artist Cat Rabbit, it is a gentle guide to help children express themselves and navigate their world.

1^st Rule of The Secret Winners Club: Do whatever it takes.

Thirteen-year-old Sunny Whitlock has alopecia, an autoimmune condition that's made her lose her hair-and she's desperate to be seen as more than just the bald kid. But how? By setting an epic goal: win her school's junkbot club competition. And if she's #1, then other kids will have to see beyond her disease ... and she'll finally fit in.

Sunny's immune-deficient best friends are also tired of looking different and achieving second place in their school competitions. With a bold plan, Sunny bands with them to create The Secret Winners Club, a club devised to win-at any cost-and push them outside their comfort zones.

They promise to trust no one else. It's all classified! And in total secrecy they aim to help one another become #1 before this middle school year is over. But as they start to succeed, they quickly discover that crossing the line and hurting others can make them even more visible and even more an outsider.

The Secret Winners Club speaks directly to:

• Kids living with chronic illness like autoimmune and skin conditions
• Young readers navigating identity, visibility, and self-acceptance
• Fans of friendship-driven, coming-of-age stories with STEAM elements
• Those who love theater, swimming, technology, and school competitions

A veggie-tastic new tale from an award winning, bestselling author!

Titan Pterodactyl is the terror of the skies,
He flaps about and scares us all with loud and squawky cries!
Won't you come and help us Reg? We need you! What d'you say?
Titan's just unstoppable . . . and heading right this way!

When Titan Pterodactyl begins to terrorise the other dinosaurs, mud-slinging and dive-bombing, Reg and Lou use all their best moves to foil him.

Luckily they have been eating their veggies and are strong, fit, and healthy. And happily Titan was only trying to be cool--he just wanted to join their healthy fun!

"Vigorous and heartfelt" - KIRKUS REVIEWS. An inspiring story of how the ordinary bike came to represent freedom for women and girls.

In the 1880s, a bike was just a bike--unless you were a girl. Then it was considered dangerous, unladylike, even scandalous. But some dared to ride anyway. Pedal by pedal, they defied expectations. Riding a bike became a revolutionary act offering independence, challenging fashion norms and moving women one step closer to the right to vote.

This lyrical celebration honors the fearless women who refused to stay in their lane and spotlights modern-day heroes like Ayesha McGowan and Dr. Lynnea C. Salvo. Complete with historical footnotes, A Bike Is Not Just A Bike celebrates girls riding everywhere and moves us all toward freedom, equity, and joy.

Come on an exciting adventure into the heart of the forest with this lift-the-flap board book for small children!

Lift the flaps to reveal playful clues and then guess which animal is hiding behind them. Get ready for a journey filled with surprises and giggles! Can you guess who's waiting to say hello?

Get ready to read and play with Woody, Jessie, Buzz, and all their friends! Press 10 buttons to hear each page read out loud. Simple sentences, large type, and expressive narration make it easy for beginning readers to follow along!

For everyone who worries, or loves someone who worries, this charming story offers wisdom, comfort, and gentle humor. Perfect for fans of The Rabbit Listened, Ruby Finds a Worry, and George and Martha.

Elba worries a lot. Sometimes her worries keep her up at night.

Norris knows that worry can come from telling yourself the wrong story.

Together, he and Elba tell a new story, one without any worry. But what will happen when their story launches them on an unforeseen adventure?

This gentle exploration of a universal feeling reveals that, while stories can take unexpected turns, we have the power to create our own happy endings, and good friends can help us stay grounded in whatever comes today.