Hardcover Books

3 years & up. What would you do if an ant you were about to step on suddenly looked up and started talking? Would you stop and listen? In this humorous and thought-provoking story, a little girl has a surprising conversation with a tiny ant that encourages her to see the world from another perspective. Originally written as a song by a father-daughter team, this engaging tale inspires meaningful discussions about kindness, compassion, and respect for animals and people.

4 years & up. Poor Big Al just wants to make friends. Although he is the kindest fish in the ocean, his large size and intimidating appearance make the smaller fish afraid to approach him. Determined to fit in, Big Al tries creative ways to change how others see him. From disguising himself with seaweed to hiding beneath the ocean floor but nothing seems to work. This engaging and heartfelt story explores themes of friendship, kindness, self-acceptance, and empathy while encouraging children to look beyond appearances. When danger strikes and the other fish are caught in a fishing net, Big Al finally has the opportunity to show what it truly means to be a good friend. Perfect for classroom read-alouds and social-emotional learning discussions, this beloved story helps young readers build compassion and understanding.

3 years & up. Through vivid illustrations and simple, inquiry-based text, children are introduced to a variety of animals such as hares, ducks, foxes, and deer. By examining the tracks they leave behind in the snow. Each page prompts observation, prediction, and critical thinking as readers guess which animal made each set of footprints before discovering the answer.

4 years & up. Author Donald Crews used childhood memories of trains seen during his travels to his grandparents' farm in the American South as the inspiration for this timeless favorite.

4 - 7 years. When Stick rescues Stone from a prickly situation with a Pinecone, a friendship is born. But when Stick gets stuck, can Stone return the favor? With simple rhyming text, subtle messages of kindness and compassion, this delightful story about making and helping friends will enchant readers young and old because it's never too early--or too late--to stick up for your friends. Hardcover. 48 pages.

Ages 3 & up. High on energy and imagination, this ode to self-esteem encourages kids to appreciate everything about themselves-nside and out. Messy hair? Beaver breath? So what! Here's a little girl who knows what really matters. At once silly and serious, Karen Beaumont's joyous rhyming text and David Catrow's vibrant illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulful, and straight from the heart. 32 Pages 

3 - 6 years. Leap into learning through reading and build a fantastic library collection!

If you give a cat a cupcake, he'll ask for some sprinkles to go with it. When you give him the sprinkles, he might spill some on the floor. Cleaning up will make him hot, so you'll give him a bathing suit . . . and that's just the beginning! The lovable cat who first appeared in If You Give a Pig a Party now has his very own book! Written in the tradition of the bestselling If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, Laura Numeroff and Felicia Bond's newest story will show everyone that Cat is where it's at! Hardback

Illustrated with watercolor collage and pieces of actual seeds, fabric, wire, and roots gives this innovative book a rich introduction to the life of a tree. A special glossary explains how roots absorb nutrients, what photosynthesis is, how sap circulates, and other facts about trees. Hardback. 40 pages.

3 years & up. Leap into learning through reading and build a fantastic library collection! We have blended traditional and newer titles for a variety of themes, illustrative techniques, and writing styles. Paperback-hardback combination. Titles may vary.