Children's Books

Everybody gets angry sometimes. For children, anger can be very upsetting. Parents, teachers, and children can talk about it. People do lots of different things when they get angry. In this Caldecott-honor book, children will see what Sophie does when she gets angry.

5 years & up. In this book children will witness the magical transformation as a newly hatched caterpillar becomes a beautiful Red Admiral Butterfly. For children who are just beginning to read and who have a limited vocabulary, these Level 1 books--about everything from tadpoles to puppies--use word repetition and simple sentences to convey meaning. Picture dictionary boxes with word labels "show" the meanings of words. These books contain between 400 and 450 words each, and they… More »

3 years & up. Share a few of your favorite books with your classroom with these wonderful Timeless Teacher Favorites Books to Practice Literacy. This selection of titles are a great addition to any reading area. Children will love practicing their reading and learning more vocabulary. Encourage your children to read aloud or individually. Set of 7 paperback books.

3 - 7 years. When George the giant spies a shop full of wonderful clothes, he decides to treat himself to a new outfit. He puts on his new shirt, pants, shoes, and tie, and is immediately transformed from the scruffiest giant in town to the spiffiest giant in town. But on his way home, George runs into various animals that need his help. And little by little, George finds himself giving away all his new purchases. This is a lively tale that reminds readers that sometimes it's what's inside a person-or… More »

3 years & up. Introduce children to the ever changing weather with these exciting Weather Basics Early STEM Learning Books with Photos. This set of books discusses different facts about weather and displays high quality photos of the weather. Encourage children to discuss their favorite weather conditions. Use these books to talk about safety during different weather conditions. Paperback. Set of 6 books approximately 24 pages each.

4 years & up. Inspire good habits with these easy to read introductions Good Health Habits and Your Body Nutritious Living Books. Whether learning about proper nutrition or understanding how our bodies work, kids will get the facts they need to help keep them in good health.This wonderful set of books promote healthy living, literacy, activity, and nutrition. Encourage children to ask questions about concepts or vocabulary they are unfamiliar with. Set of 4 paperback books.

Grades K - 3. A follow-up story to the original Vincent and Viola, "The Moon Is Broke Together" reinforces the concept of the moon phases in conjunction with the fraction of the moon that is lit at each phase. The same two lovable characters take us through the discovery of a pattern found in both the moon phases and the fractions that represent each phase! The mathematics and science concepts incorporated in this book are right on target for 3-5 Common Core Standards. Don't miss out on… More »

3 years & up. Introduce children to the exciting world of science with familiar topics. Each book uses simple text and includes beautiful photography and facts. Written by teachers, these stories encourage readers to explore the world around them. Explore with your child or class. Set of 5 science-themed books. Paperback. 24 pages in each book.

4 - 8 years. Humorous Illustrations, easy-to-read text, and dinosaurs introduce young children to good manners and prosocial behavior. Dinosaurs don't just take, dinosaurs do share. When they are mad, they don't hit or bite; instead they use words to express their feelings. They shout and run outdoors; they don't shout at a wedding or run in the china shop. This book teaches young children the benefits of being considerate toward others and the secret to making friends. Paperback. 24 pages.

5 years & up. Take your children on a journey to the world around them with this set of National Geographic Nonfiction for Young Readers. This high-interest, educationally vetted series of beginners reads features the magnificent images of National Geographic. These images are accompanied by texts written by experienced, skilled children's book authors. Children will love reading abou subjects such as animals, plants, rocks, and mummies. Encourage your children to write about what they read… More »

6 - 8 years. Keena Ford doesn't mean to be a troublemaker, but sometimes things get out of hand. Lucky for her, it's the beginning of the second grade and Keena's got a clean slate. So when her new second-grade teacher, Ms. Campbell, mistakenly thinks it's her birthday and brings in a huge chocolate cake, Keena realizes that she's gotten herself into a sticky situation. She knows she has to tell the truth, but it's not easy to turn down her very own birthday cake and a chance to wear a sparkly crown.… More »

2 - 5 years. From moments fussy to fond, Spike Lee and his wife, Tonya Lewis Lee, present a behind-the-scenes look at the chills, spills, and unequivocal thrills of bringing up baby! Illustrations evoke toddlerhood from sandbox to high chair to crib, and families everywhere will delight in sharing these exuberant moments again and again. Board book. 32 pages.

4 - 8 years. Red has a bright red label, but he is, in fact, blue. His teacher tries to help him be red (let's draw strawberries!), his mother tries to help him be red by sending him out on a playdate with a yellow classmate (go draw a nice orange!), and the scissors try to help him be red by snipping his label so that he has room to breathe. But Red is miserable. He just can't be red, no matter how hard he tries! Finally, a brand-new friend offers a brand-new perspective, and Red discovers what… More »

3 - 9 years. All kids have trouble getting a grip on their emotions, sometimes-even young superheroes! But what do they do when they're having a bad day? Colorful action-packed illustrations and dynamite rhyming text reveal the many ways superheroes (and ordinary children, too) can resist the super-temptation to cause a scene when they're sad, mad, frustrated, lonely, or afraid. From burning off steam on a bike or a hike, to helping others, this energetic picture book has plenty of fun ideas to… More »

Milo takes a long subway ride. To pass the time, he watches the people around him and draws pictures of what he imagines their lives to be like, 49 pages

4 years & up. Each book of this set takes a very simple look at a different sense: taste, sight, hearing, touch, or smell. Leveled text with repeated use of high frequency words makes the books perfect for beginning readers, while bright, colorful photographs complement the text and maintain readers' interest. Paperback. 24 pages each.

Freddy Thresher has a problem: a really, really, big problem. He's the only one in his class who hasn't lost a tooth! All of the other students in Mrs. Wushy's first grade have signed their names on the Big Tooth, and Freddy's determined to get his name on it, too.

1st Grade and up. This text is written in Spanish by award-winning author Monique Gray Smith. The sunlight on the face. The scent of hot bannock baking. They grab the hand of someone dear. What fills your heart with joy? This beautiful book, with illustrations by renowned artist Julie Flett, serves as a reminder for both children and adults to think about and appreciate the moments of life that fill us with joy. Paperback, 24 pages.

2 - 5 years. With the help of this book, toddlers will love learning to say NO to hitting--and screaming and squeezing and yelling--and YES to fun! Refreshingly honest and all too true, this funny book is perfect for toddlers, and parents will find it a painless way to steer their little ones toward, shall we say, more acceptable behavior! Board Book. 14 pages.

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3 years & up. This set of books provides predictable text that allows beginning readers to be confident while learning to read. Set of 10 paperback books.

A classic book for all ages for mothers and fathers! A moving parable about the gift of giving and the capacity to love, told throughout the life of a boy who grows to manhood and a tree that selflessly gives him her bounty through the years.

3 - 6 years. These characters have wiggling eyes and are approximately 2 inches high. Made in the USA.

Maybe Something Beautiful Book. In Spanish, 40 pages