Children will delight in this engaging rhyming, cumulative story brought to life with lively, bouncy illustrations that capture attention and support comprehension. The rhythmic text and repeating story structure encourage young learners to listen closely, anticipate what comes next, and actively participate in the reading experience. The predictable pattern of the tale helps children build essential pre-reading and early literacy skills, including recognizing repeated words and phrases, strengthening… More »
2 years & up. A belly-laugh picture book with a smidgeon of pigeon! When the bus driver goes away Pigeon comes to play. Children will love deciding the fate of this crazy little bird that thinks he can drive. Each hilarious scenario is full of the over-the-top pleads and wheedles of Pigeon as he throws toddler-sized tantrums. What a fun way to learn about human behavior and how to deal with not getting your way. Written and illustrated by the much-loved Mo Willems. Hardcover. 40 pages. Dimensions: 9" x 9"
3 years & up. Each book in the set represents a variety of formats from popular fictional stories to informative, content specific books that develop language, vocabulary and comprehension skills. Perfect for providing read aloud experiences to children whose native language is Spanish.Includes best practices guide for instructional support. Note: Each book in this set was selected to enhance the lessons provide in both Nemours® Reading BrightStart! programs. The set can also be used in any classroom.
2 - 5 years. Discover all sorts of interesting things to see in this Bill Martin classic. The gentle rhyming and gorgeous illustrations in this classic picture book make it a dog-eared favorite on many children's bookshelves. On each page, we meet a new animal who nudges us onward to discover which creature will show up next: "Blue Horse, Blue Horse, What do you see? I see a green frog looking at me." This pattern is repeated over and over, until the pre-reader can chime in with the reader,… More »
3 years & up. Long before multicultural characters and themes were fashionable, Ezra Jack Keats crossed social boundaries by being the first American author to give the black child a central place in children's literature. These 6 books are award winners and will win a place in your heart. Set includes 6 paperback titles.
4 years & up. Duncan just wants to color, but when he opens his crayon box, he's met with a surprise-letters from his crayons, and they're all saying the same thing: they quit! Blue crayon is exhausted from coloring endless oceans and skies. Black crayon is tired of being stuck with outlines and wants a chance to shine. Meanwhile, Orange and Yellow are in a heated feud, each convinced they're the rightful color of the sun. Now Duncan faces a tricky challenge: how can he make peace with his crayons… More »
3 years & up. Explore the role that the ears, eyes, nose, and other important parts play in a healthy human body. Bright, full-color photographs and helpful labels complement the text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Includes a diagram, picture glossary, and index.
3 years & up. Mama's Milk offers age-appropriate information to discuss the natural bond between mammal moms and their babies. Beautifully illustrated and tenderly written about humans and animals feeding their young. Also includes fascinating nursing facts about some animals. Hardcover. 32 pages.
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
4 years & up. Help your children explore and discuss the basic emotions with this descriptive Know Your Emotions Book Set. This set of books talks about experiences with anger, fear, sadness, and happiness. Encourage your children to talk about a time they experienced these emotions. Give them helpful coping skills and activities to regulate these emotions. Each book is complete with big, crisp pictures and simple text. Paperback. Set of 4.
3 years & up. David's teacher has her hands full! From racing through the halls to sneaking gum in class, David's boundless energy stirs up mischief all day long - sure to amuse even the most well-behaved readers. This Spanish edition will bring joy to children, parents, and teachers alike. 32 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
There are so many things to see down by the station; engines, buses, taxi's and more. Bouncy illustrations, innovative die cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child.
12 months & up. Exclusively bundled by Ditty Bird for Kaplan Early Learning customers, these musical books are sure to brighten any day! Join Ditty Bird on delightful musical adventures, featuring 6 favorite instrumental songs and 6 beloved classical pieces. Through these two interactive books, children are introduced to famous composers and timeless children's melodies, helping to build their listening skills and foster a lifelong appreciation for music. Songs include Twinkle, Twinkle, Little… More »
3 years & up. Follow seven forest animals ranging from a small, resourceful mouse to a towering moose as they adapt to a powerful winter snowstorm. Over the course of a week, the snowfall steadily deepens, eventually rising higher and higher until even the moose's antlers are nearly buried. Each day builds upon the last, creating a clear, cumulative structure that helps young readers track changes over time while strengthening sequencing and counting skills. As the story transitions into… More »
4 years & up. Make inclusion a fundamental reality of your classroom with the All Kinds of Friends book set. The books in this set show children how to interact with, befriend, and accept other children who have differing abilities such as autism and Down syndrome. These books will empower children to feel comfortable around all of their peers.
3 years & up. Help children build social and emotional intelligence with these wonderful I Believe in Myself Book Set for Developing Confidence and Resilience. These books are great for shared reading and the engaging texts that prompt discussions about real-world experiences. Encourage children to discuss what helps them feel confident or hopeful. A full-color poster is included. Set of 6 paperback books.
4 years & up. We share our world with over 7 billion people - learn how people live in different counties around the earth. Perfect for global awareness. Set of 6 paperback books.
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. Help children understand their value and worth no matter who they are! Each book in this inclusive set shows children that who they are is perfect no matter the color of their skin, what they wear, or their religion. These inspiring stories will encourage children to see the best in other people and be empowered by the uniqueness in others and themselves. Hardcover. Set of 4.