Children's Books

4 - 8 years. One day, a small boy receives a very special invitation-the King and the Queen have invited him to the castle for tea. He accepts, with one question: "May I bring a friend?" "Any friend of our friend is welcome here," says the King. But their guest's friend turns out to be someone they never expected! Paperback. 48 pages,

3 years & up. This delightful book uses lighthearted comparisons, simple text, and warm illustrations to showcase a cheerful household where every family member is unique, yet shares common traits with others. The enjoyment lies in discovering both the differences and the similarities. 32 pages.

Birth and up. Take a trip around the globe and explore life in a different cultural. Set includes <em>Mexico, China, </em>and <em>France.</em>

Birth & up. YOTTOY's cuddly My Friend Corduroy Bear has ultra-soft plush fur and different textures that infants find irresistible. Young ones will love to hold this sweet bear dressed in signature green corduroy overalls, complete with purple patch pocket. Corduroy Bear features hand-embroidered details, making him especially loveable. Snuggle with one of the most loved bears in children's literature basd on the bestselling book written and illustrated by Caldecott Medal winner, Don Freeman.… More »

3 years & up. Ro, ro, the rattlin' bog, the bog down in the valley-o! Joining Barefoot's singalong collection, this rollicking traditional Irish tune sung by a traditional Irish band explores an Irish peat bog where a rattlin' (Irish slang for "wonderful") tree contains a rattlin' nest, which contains a rattlin' egg, which contains a rattlin' bird all the way down to a seed of a brand-new rattlin" tree. Includes notes on Irish peat bogs and the creatures that live there, as well… More »

Birth and up. Take a trip around the globe and explore life in a different cultural. Set includes <em>Argentina, Greece, </em>and <em>India.</em>

3 years & up. Promote literacy through the classics with this collection of books and CDs. Each of these beloved children's books tells a captivating story that will keep children interested from beginning to end. Each book also comes with a CD that enables children to hear the stories from multiple voices. This multisensory engagement will substantially develop children's listening and comprehension skills. Titles may vary.

2 years & up. Enjoy all of the classics with this wonderful set of big books. Good for either individual or classroom reading, these books have lively illustrations that children will enjoy and rhymes that are sure to get them singing. These tales are easy for children to follow, and they will enable children to develop important literacy skills such as following along with a story. They are also an easy, effective way to grow children's vocabulary. Set includes 8 books.

Big book by some of children's favorite authors: Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle.

Making friends and building relationships. Great set of books specifically for the preschoolers. This set contains 6 books.

4 years & up. This collection of books will boost children's self-esteem by encouraging them to do activities they enjoy rather than activities they think they are supposed to do. Each story shows children doing non-traditional gender role activities such as girls going on a nature adventure, boys painting their nails and girls being a pirate. Partial proceeds from one of the books go to accelerating LGBTQ acceptance. Set of 4. Hardcover.

Learning how to get along with others with many examples of building good relationships. This book set contains 6 books.

3 years & up. Introduce children to the wonderful magic of seasons changing with these exciting I See Seasons Books. This set of books promotes literacy, early vocabulary, and STEM concepts. Have children discuss their favorite seasons with a partner. Encourage children to ask questions about vocabulary words they're unfamiliar with. Paperback. Set of 4 books.

3 - 5 years. "If I built a car, it'd be totally new! Here are a few of the things that I'd do. . . ." Jack has designed the ultimate fantasy car. Inspired by zeppelins and trains, Cadillacs and old planes, with brilliant colors and lots of shiny chrome, this far-out vision is ready to cruise! There's a fireplace, a pool, and even a snack bar! After a tour of the ritzy interior, Robert the robot starts up the motor . . . and Jack and his dad set off on the wildest test drive ever! Paperback. 40 pages.

Birth & up. Hello, wiggling toes! From splashing in water to wiggling in dirt, from pulling off socks to taking first steps, join baby in discovering what small feet can do. 16 pages.

3 years & up. Promote a sense of community with these wonderful Friends and Community Diversity and Social Skill Building Books. This collection highlights the many ways that people of all abilities and varying cultures make our world such a special place. Children will love reading about people who are familiar and different from them. Use these books to have a discussion about the importance of diversity and inclusion. Encourage children to ask questions about vocabulary words they're unfamiliar… More »

3 years & up. Learn about upcycling and taing care of the earth in this engaging book set. Set incudes <em>Scrap Metal Swan, Planet Power, </em>and <em>Kid's Garden.</em>

This round-the-world photographic book set introduces young children to the concept of the world's people, the places they live, and how they work and play. Each book tours the globe to develop a strong interest in cultures and ethnic heritage while showing differences in young children. Set includes 6 paperback books.

These books are for Spanish speakers learning English and visa versa. Bilingual books help students learn a second language while increasing their reading fluency and vocabulary of their primary language. Each book has bright, colorful photographs with the English word in red and the Spanish word in blue under each photograph. Pronunciation list for each word is provided in the back of each book.

3 - 7 years. Vibrant debut picture book by Susanna Moores. Blieka has a favourite toy, and doesn't want to share. A charming tale about friendship and sharing. Paperback. 32 pages.

4 - 8 years. Little Lex has big dreams of becoming a superhero! He reads comic books, builds up his muscles, and orders a superhero costume. His first mission is to save a tomcat in trouble. The tomcat ends up bullying Dex about his size. Will Dex learn that a hero is not defined by the strength of his muscles, but the trueness of his heart? Paperback. 32 pages.

3 years & up. Use these wonderful My Family Books Readings About Different Family Types to introduce your children to a variety of families. This set of books celebrates the diverse family groups that make up our world! Children will enjoy connecting with families similar to theirs and learning about different ones. The positive, clear text helps emergent readers understand different family relationships, while recognizing the bonds that all families share. Encourage children to ask questions… More »

Illustrations and rhyming text describe the activities of animals living in and near a small pond as spring progresses to autumn.

With simple text, this book is a delightful way to introduce children to science.