Collection: Children

An encyclopedia of mind-bogglingly random history facts that will lodge in your brain and refuse to leave.

Heard about King Henry II's polar bear that was allowed to swim in the River Thames? Or the Japanese soldier who refused to believe that WWII was over and continued to fight until the 1970s? Do you know which US president was a champion wrestler before taking office?

In this compendium of obscure facts, readers will be treated to baffling history knowledge they would never learn at school. Broken into chapters including royals and leaders, sports, and food, a team of experts has scoured the margins to find the silliest and most pointless history facts that the world has to offer.

Accompanied by hilarious illustrations, kids will meet characters like Wojtek the orphaned bear cub who was enlisted in the Polish army, discover which famous explorer used his own poop to help him escape during a blizzard, and learn why hot cross buns were believed to keep away evil spirits. They will also unearth completely useless information, including which US city held a funeral for 30,000 pizzas.

(SPOILER: the information in this book isn't really useless. It will inspire, shock, and amuse the reader--and maybe spark an interest that will last a lifetime. It just won't help you with any exams!)

Toddlers can fold out the jumbo pages and guess the animals in Guess Who?, a touch-and-feel board book publishing in Priddy Books' best-selling See, Touch, Feel series.

Toddlers can read the clues and explore the touch-and-feels to work out which animals are hiding. Each page folds out three times to create a large picture of monkey, elephant, tiger, frog, hippo, and panda.

With fluffy fur, a felt flap, and many more touch-and-feels to discover, this book is filled with fun surprises that young children will love, and is a must-have in any child's first library. What's more, children are also encouraged to engage with the questions and role play as the different animals. Can children stomp around like an elephant and hop up and down like a frog?

Now in a stunning special keepsake edition with an illustrated slipcase, What the Road Said is a New York Times-bestselling picture book about courage, kindness and finding your way by poet and activist Cleo Wade.

Which way do I go?
That is your choice to make,
said the Road.

But what if I go the wrong way?
The Road curved a little,
almost as if it was giving me a hug, and said,
Do not worry. Sometimes we go the wrong way on our
way to the right way.

It's okay to be afraid or to sometimes wander down the wrong path. Bestselling poet and activist Cleo Wade's What the Road Said features illustrations by Lucie de Moyencourt and encourages us to lead with kindness and curiosity, remembering that the most important thing we can do in life is to keep going.

This inspirational picture book makes a perfect graduation gift, back-to-school gift, or teacher appreciation gift. Ideal for social emotional learning and classroom read-alouds, it celebrates diverse storytelling voices while helping children navigate new experiences and difficult choices with courage and heart.

This mini board book for children ages 2-5, which features an adorable, soft cow finger puppet, invites little ones to play and interact on the farm!

Young readers ages 2-5 will love to explore this mini board book, which features an adorable, soft cow finger puppet. Children will meet the animals that live on a farm and learn the sounds they make. Join Cow as she visits Hen, sees the tractor pulling straw, and says hello to Pig in the mud puddle! Full-color photographs, simple text, and a repetitive refrain are ideal for babies and toddlers.

Help your little one unlock their inner courage!

Riley the Brave is the story of a little bear with big feelings! Join this super-cool, cape-wearing cub as he embarks on a journey to face his fears.

Riley is joined by all of his animal friends who care for him as he faces his difficult feelings. Along the way, Riley learns how sometimes, being tough or loud isn't the bravest thing to be - sometimes it's asking for help, or being brave enough to let someone into your heart.

Written for any child who is looking to unlock their inner courage, and particularly those healing from difficult life experiences or trauma, this book creates a safe space for conversations about complex thoughts and feelings. It also features an educational afterword for grown-ups which explains how the book helps children, and how to get the most out of it.

"Who are you?", whispers the voice in the wind. "You are Métis." What does this strange word mean? A young girl watches her father to understand the unfamiliar label. Through a series of vignettes centred around her dad, the child interacts with her riverlot surroundings and delights in her Métis way of life.

Discover the joy and vibrancy of the Métis culture from a child's perspective. Feel the author's pride in her Métis identity, and her love for her father, as she relives childhood memories.

Gorgeous. Magical. Charming. Who are these enchanting beings known as mermaids? The Magical Mermaid Society Official Handbook dives deep into the fascinating lore surrounding these alluring underwater creatures with hauntingly beautiful voices that bewitch all who encounter them. Learn about the Mami Wata mermaids of Africa, the Sea Sprites of the Caribbean, and the Selkies of Ireland. Take a trip around the world and explore fact files on mermaid species and firsthand accounts of remarkable encounters in the Arctic region, Iceland, the Red Sea, the Gulf of Thailand, the Mediterranean, and the Pacific Ocean. You'll even get expert tips for your own mermaid-seeking adventures and find out how you can become a member of this exclusive society. Stunning full-color, hand-drawn illustrations bring these legendary beauties to life beneath a shimmering bronze foil-accented cover.

The highly anticipated second book in the New York Times bestselling Isle of Ever series by Jen Calonita!

The game is far from over! In fact, it's only just begun.

Having finally reached the Isle of Ever, Everly "Benny" Benedict thinks she's won the game of clues her ancestor Evelyn Terry set out for her in her will. Only she can't prove it yet--not until her new friends are safe from the curse that has kept them trapped for centuries!

And now there's a new game. It turns out that Evelyn has more secrets in her diary and another task for Benny: to find the lost piece of pirate treasure needed to break the curse. It won't be easy. One of her best friends has betrayed her; the kids from the island are just discovering twenty-first- century life, and a mysterious stranger mentioned in Evelyn's diary has somehow turned up in present-day Greenport.

Benny has to figure it all out in just a few days. If time runs out, someone else can claim the inheritance, and the Isle of Ever will disappear again for another two hundred years!

Get fired up to have adventures with your favorite PAW Patrol heroes for a day of rescues

Ready or not, this book is coming in hot! Get fired up to follow your favorite PAW Patrol heroes for a day of rescues. Discover the pup-tacular surprises on every page.
At the end of the book, pop out and assemble Marshall's fire truck!

Toddlers will love turning the pages, opening the giant flaps, and marveling at the glow-in-the-dark stars as they say goodnight to the Halloween monsters in this bedtime board book.

It's Halloween night and the monsters are very sleepy after an evening of trick-or-treating fun. Ghost helps each of them get settled in their monster beds and says goodnight, before getting into his own warm bed and drifting off to sleep.

The calming rhyming text and softly spooky illustrations are perfect for settling toddlers into bed and ending with your own, quiet, "Night, night."

The moon is rising on Halloween night,
And all of the monsters have been out for a fright.
They've collected candy-blue, green, and red.
Now, Ghost, it's time to get them all into bed.

Part of the best-selling Night Night Books series, which also includes: Night Night Farm, Night Night Dinosaurs, Night Night Little One, Night Night Trucks, Night Night Santa, and Night Night Easter Bunny.

A Little Dragon follows a day in the life of... a little dragon! Little ones will learn all about the baby mythical creature. When do they learn to fly? How do they learn to breathe fire? What do they eat? Where do they sleep? Mixing sweet illustrations with imaginary "facts" makes this a delightful shaped board book. Come explore a magical world today!

• Perfectly Sized for Little Hands - Shaped dragon board book with thick, sturdy pages that are easy for babies, toddlers, or young kids to turn, grasp, and explore on their own.
• Discover a Baby Dragon's World - Follow a little dragon as it learns to fly, breathe fire, eat, and sleep mixing sweet illustrations with fun "facts."
• Charming Illustrations - Nostalgic artwork and soft coloring keep little ones visually engaged while fostering a love of magical story time.
• Durable & Compact Format - Small, die-cut design is easy to hold and built to withstand daily play, making it perfect for at home or on the go.
• Collect Them All - Start a library of Cottage Door Press shaped board books and inspire early reading habits and lifelong learning.
  

Fa'afetai Mama is a Samoan children's picture book set in American Samoa. One child says fa'afetai, or thank you, to Mama throughout the day, from morning greetings to bedtime hugs.

Through simple Samoan words and scenes from daily island life, this story helps little ones connect with their culture, language, and family traditions.

It's a thoughtful choice for families looking for a Samoan kids' book that expresses gratitude and the love of mothers and mother figures during storytime.

Tania García, autora de Educar sin perder los nervios, es una de las mayores especialistas internacionales en educación basada en el respeto, y creadora de la Educación Real(R) ¿De qué está hecho el amor?, le pregunta hija dragona una noche a su mamá. En un viaje muy especial, mamá dragona le mostrará a su hija que el amor está hecho de alegría, de lo que nos gusta hacer, de la amistad, pero también de los momentos en los que sufrimos y en los que nos equivocamos. Una fábula inspiracional que nos enseña que el amor es lo más importante.

How do our friends on Cuddlebug Lane spend a day on the farm? By working in the garden, picking apples, painting the barn, and taking a dip in the pond! Join the little critters of Cuddlebug Lane as they enjoy life on the farm in this soft and snuggly board book, featuring tactile features with every flip of the page. This delightful rhyming story is paired with cheerful illustrations and touch-and-feel textures including faux fur, fleece, and more designed to encourage sensory exploration and help support the development of fine motor skills. Babies and toddlers will love exploring every interactive page filled with adorable animals laughing, playing, and having fun in every scene.

• Sturdy, thick board pages and durable flaps designed to withstand traditional wear and tear for curious little infants and toddlers.
• Lifting the interactive flaps encourages sensory exploration and helps support the development of fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination in developing children.
• Packed with new words and peek-a-boo surprises.
• Bright, cheerful illustrations and interesting facts in these sensory touch-and-feel books for babies and preschoolers keep them entertained and engaged.
• Perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, and curious toddlers!

Kenji's Dim Sum Dream is a beautifully illustrated bilingual picture book written in both English and Traditional Chinese, designed to spark joy and curiosity in young readers.

Follow Kenji, an adventurous and curious baby, as he embarks on a whimsical journey through the sky to Hong Kong, where he discovers the colorful, delicious world of dim sum. From steaming baskets of dumplings to sweet custard buns, Kenji's magical food adventure introduces children to traditional Chinese cuisine, culture, and language in an engaging, playful way.

This heartwarming story is ideal for:

• Children learning Chinese (Mandarin) as a second language
• Families wanting to explore Chinese culture and food traditions
• Classrooms looking for diverse, multicultural read-alouds
• Bilingual households or heritage language learners

With side-by-side Traditional Chinese and English text, this book is a great tool for language exposure and cultural appreciation. The vibrant illustrations and rhythmic storytelling will captivate readers from all backgrounds, encouraging them to celebrate global cultures - one dim sum dish at a time.

Perfect for ages 4-12, but loved by readers of all ages.