Children's Books

2 years & up. Bring the classic story "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" to life with this Caterpillar Storytelling Prop set! Encourage children to interact with the props by feeding the caterpillar the delicious foods and then transforming him into a beautiful butterfly. Set contains 16 storytelling props. Butterfly converts into a caterpillar with a 15" wingspan. Surface wash.

2 years & up. This unique series, with vivid images of children's everyday lives, supports affirming messages that build healthy confidence and let children know that they are valued. The artwork depicts children and adults of all ages, abilities, and ethnic backgrounds, making this set a perfect addition to any classroom library.

3 years & up. Explore the animal alphabet from Angel Fish to Zebra in this silly, rhyming romp! There are lots of fabulous verses and eye-popping illustrations. Filled with fun animal facts, "ABC Animal Jamboree" is a read-aloud classic little ones will love! Paperback. 32 pages.

3 years & up. Encourage children to explore the five senses with this descriptive Sense in My World Books Five Sense Exploration and Sensory Learning set. Children will love learning about how the five senses work and help us learn about the world around us. These books are perfect for the preschoolers featuring colorful photographs and easy to understand information. 

4 - 7 years. A modern classic that no child should miss. Mike and his trusty steam shovel, Mary Anne, dig deep canals for boats to travel through, cut mountain passes for trains, and hollow out cellars for city skyscrapers -- the very symbol of industrial America. But with progress come new machines, and soon the inseparable duo are out of work. Mike believes that Mary Anne can dig as much in a day as one hundred men can dig in a week, and the two have one last chance to prove it and save Mary Anne from the scrap heap. What happens next in the small town of Popperville is a testament to their friendship, and to old-fashioned hard work and ingenuity. Paperback. 48 pages.

Features rhyming text and illustrations that introduce the many different adventures that occur on a farm.

3 years & up. This charming, rhyming story invites young readers on a cozy wintertime journey as a train full of sleepy animals prepares for hibernation. Featuring soothing, rhythmic text and playful storytelling, the book introduces children to a variety of hibernating animals, including bears, bats, chipmunks, frogs, turtles, hedgehogs, and more.

3 years & up. Captivate children with the same stories that captivated their parents (and maybe even their grandparents!). Eric Carle's engaging stories and unique, enchanting images have made him one of the world's most beloved children's authors for over 50 years. This set features his most well-known classics (including The Very Hungry Caterpillar) so a new generation of children can enter his world. Titles include From Head to Toe, Does a Kangaroo Have a Mother,Too?, The Very Busy Spider, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, The Grouchy Ladybug, and The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Set of 6. 

3 - 9 years. The South America Readers include 9 readers with stories pertaining to the continent of South America. The continent readers allow emerging readers to read independently for content as they are studying a continent: these readers introduce phonetic elements with the same progression and color-coding as the Waseca Reading Program. The 9 stories in the South America Readers come with picture cards, text cards, and tyvek books, stored beautifully in the pockets of individual hardcover folios. Includes the guide to presentation (download), masters for each Reader story (download), and South America Readers (includes 9 booklets with 6 picture and 6 text cards for each booklet) with 10 brass icon clips and birch storage box.

These imaginative board books feature beautiful paintings by renowned artists paired with playful, rhyming text. Children can enter the magical world of fine art through this delightful book set. Features the works of Degas, Monet, Matisse, and Van Gogh. Set of 4 books.

3 years & up. Gilbert the goldfish seems to have everything, except a friend. As he searches for the perfect companion, he encounters a series of surprising animals and learns about friendships, problem-solving, and finding connection.

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.

3 years & up. Support inclusive classrooms and early cultural awareness with this thoughtfully curated book set. This collection introduces children to diverse families, traditions, languages, and perspectives through engaging, developmentally appropriate stories. Each title promotes social-emotional learning, empathy, and respect while strengthening early literacy skills. Rich illustrations and authentic narratives provide meaningful opportunities for discussion, helping young learners build cultural competence and a positive sense of identity. Titles may vary.

Birth & up. Help bring the Velveteen Rabbit to life through love as you read his story and snuggle him close. This magical book and plush will ignite your little one's imagination and help show them the power of love. Book features classic, colorful illustrations from the original Velveteen Rabbit story. Plush features shimmery velveteen coat, pink satin ears, button-thread whiskers, a soft chenille tail, and hand-stitched details. Book is hardback and 33 pages long. Plush measures 10"H.

3 years & up. One winter morning, Lina wakes up to silence. It's the sound of snow! The kind that looks soft and glows bright in the winter sun. But as she walks to her grandmother's house to help make the family recipe for warak enab, she continues to listen. As Lina walks past snowmen and across icy sidewalks, she discovers ten ways to pay attention to what might have otherwise gone unnoticed.

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 years & up. Sing and follow along with these fun titles from Barefoot Books. Titles include Boogie in the Bronx, Head Shoulders Knees & Toes, Rooftop Garden, and Yoga Adventure. Includes an online access link to original audio and video animation.

3 years & up. Build a lifelong love of reading with the Teacher Favorites Books - Set of 7. Created for children ages 3 and up, this engaging collection of timeless classroom favorites encourages children to explore stories independently, read aloud with confidence, and participate in meaningful group discussions. Colorful illustrations and engaging narratives help strengthen vocabulary, listening comprehension, language development, and early literacy skills. Ideal for classroom libraries, reading areas, circle time, and story time, this versatile book set makes shared and independent reading more enjoyable. Paperback Books. Titles may vary.

18 months & up. Get your children to rest with this wonderful Toddler Tools® Bright Color Board Books - Preparing for Nap Time. Children will enjoy reading about different methods of winding down to sleep. This board book features rhythmic language and delightful illustrations to help little ones learn. Parents and caregivers are provided with practical ideas for times and transitions. This book contains thick pages that are easy for smaller hands to turn.

4 years & up. Teach children the importance of being kind with the Spread Kindness book set. Children will learn how to work together, help people around them and be kind to themselves. Set of 4. Hardback and paperback mix.

18 months - 2 years. When three baby owls awake one night to find their mother gone, they can't help but wonder where she is. Stunning illustrations from unique and striking perspectives capture the owls as they worry about their mother: What is she doing? When will she be back? What scary things move all around them? Not surprisingly, a joyous flapping and dancing and bouncing greets her return, lending a celebratory tone to the ending of this comforting tale. Never has the plight of young ones who miss their mother been so simply told or so beautifully rendered.

Ages 6-10 years. 50 cards + 8 page booklet. Dig in, explore the garden and have fun indoors and out! Fifty easy-to-follow activity cards in 5 engaging categories invite children to learn not just the basics of gardening, but also new ways of looking at nature. Creative games, nature-themed crafts and unique experiments are enhanced by colorful collage artwork on each double-sided card. Kid-friendly explanations of the history and science behind each activity make this product a valuable multi-layered educational resource. Includes an 8-page booklet that contains information on gardening tools, year-round plant care and garden safety.

4 years & up. Educate and inspire with this culturally relevant book set dedicated to celebrating Black History! Children and their families will find heroes and role models within these stories that uplift and amplify Black excellence, voices, and achievements. From Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to Mae Jemison, the historical figures showcased in these diverse stories will inspire children to never give up on their dreams no matter what obstacles may be in their way. Hardcover and paperback mix. Set of 4.

6 months & up. Introduce your children to the wonderful word of transportation with these exciting Donald Crews Essential Vehicles and Trains Board Books. Children will love reading about the vehicles they see everyday. These board books promote literacy, early vocabulary, imagination, and exploration. Encourage your children to point out vocabulary words they're unfamiliar with. This board book set has clear bright illustrations and showcase Caldecott award winners.