Children's Books

7 years & up. Interest level 8 -14 years. Introduce your children to engaging comics with these Sports Illustrated Kids: Action Packed Graphic Novels with Valuable Lessons. This set of graphic novels were designed to teach lessons about teamwork, fair play, anger control, sharing, disability inclusion, and more through a sport related theme. These full-color comics promote literacy, vocabulary development, color recognition, social emotional skills, and collaborative play. Each book has 50 - 60 pages.

4 years & up. How do you keep a healthy smile? With simple text and colorful real photos, this Healthy Teeth book set encourages daily dental care and long term oral care. Set of 4. Paperback

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 Star, Mary Had a Little Lamb, Für Elise, Ode to Joy, and more. The set includes 2 musical books with a new volume control, enhanced speaker quality, and a fast, rechargeable USB-C battery that provides up to 9 hours of playtime. Please note: USB-C cable not included.

12 months & up. Begin with the basics! These books offer engaging and age-appropriate content to stimulate babies' cognitive development, language skills, and early literacy in a playful and enjoyable way. Exposing young children to various topics cater to different developmental stages and interest. Reading books to babies creates opportunities for bonding and social interaction. Books that depict emotions or facial expressions, such as those focusing on making faces, help babies and toddlers recognize and understand their own feelings and the emotions of others. This is a great starter set for exposing children to everything from the ABC's to transportation. Set of 5.

3 years & up. Contribute more educational reading to your classroom reading area with these exciting Learning Center Books Including Important Fundamentals and Leisure Reading. This set of books covers a variety of topics from buoyancy, to counting, to exercise. Children will be interested in the different options and reading about the diverse characters. For a class activity, encourage children to select their favorite book and discuss it with a partner. Components may vary. Set of 16 paperback books.

4 years & up. Many things we use everyday were designed by engineers. These exciting books show ways to explore the connections between engineering, science, math and technology and how their ideas affect us in our day-to-day lives.

3 years & up. "I'm grim and grumpy," says Small to Large, "and I don't think you love me at all." But nothing could be further from the truth--and Large knows just how to reassure Small in this warm and tender story about a child's biggest worry and a parent's endless capacity for love. Board book. 24 pages.

Grades K - 2. Katie Woo is a spunky, sassy, and stylish schoolgirl who readers will fall in love with. These early chapter books are perfect for explaining life changes, family celebrations, and growing up. Award-winning author Fran Manushkin outdoes herself with these fun, lighthearted stories. Perfect addition to any young girl's library. Set of 8 paperback books.

8 years & up. George Frideric Handel was a man who knew exactly what he liked and he wasn't afraid to pursue it. From sneaking a clavichord into the attic to secretly playing the organ at a duke's estate to composing operas no one initially wanted to hear, Handel followed his passion no matter the obstacle. Even when faced with hardship and opposition, he never wavered from being himself. And because of that unwavering spirit, he became one of the most beloved composers in history. In this captivating biography, M. T. Anderson's vivid storytelling and Kevin Hawkes's striking illustrations shine a light on the remarkable life of a true musical trailblazer. 48 pages.

4 years & up. Frances has a new baby sister...and she's not happy about it. With the new addition to the family, no one pays much attention to Frances anymore. At least that's the way it seems to her. So Frances decides to run away. Not too far, though, just far enough so she can hear how much she'll be missed, even by baby Gloria.

12 months & up. Help your children learn their necessary manners with this set of exciting First Manners Board Books. Manners board books introduce toddlers to basic social skills and appropriate behaviors, such as saying "please" and "thank you," sharing, and taking turns. Through simple and engaging stories, toddlers learn what is considered polite behavior in various situations. These endearing characters use their manners in fun, cheerful books that help guide a child's first steps in learning the important phrases. By observing these characters, toddlers can learn to imitate their actions and apply them in real-life interactions with family, friends, and peers. Encourage your children to incorporate more manners into their daily lives.

Birth & up. Introduce children to different foods throughout the world with these 5 board books. Tasty treats await young readers in the colorful, rhyming ode to Japanese cuisine. Plates and bamboo steamers come, from sticky rice to sesame balls, this is a colorful, rhyming ode to Chinese cuisine. Dance, frijoles negros, and enjoy tostadas to enchiladas in this book. The comforting flavors of fried chicken, mac 'n' Cheese, collards and other hold-cooked treats fill this book on Soul Food. From healthy minestrone and risotto stirred and stirred with heart to sweet, cool gelato, Mangia! Mangia! Introduces young tummies to tasty treats from the land of linguini. Great for the dramatic play area. Each book focuses on dishes from different countries including, Japan, China, Mexico, Israel, and American soul food. Components may vary.

2 years & up. Introduce your children to classic stories with this wonderful set of Classic Board Books. No classroom can be complete without having this set of timeless tales. This set of board books promotes literacy, imagination, exploration, color recognition, STEM, and early vocabulary. Each book contains thick pages that are easy for smaller hands to turn.

2 years & up. Get ready for bedtime with Llama Llama! The Llama Llama Large Plush makes a great companion for little ones and ideal for comforting hugs and snuggles. In the book, Llama Llama is ready for bedtime in his red pajamas and gets tucked in by his mama. She goes downstairs and she doesn't come back right away so Baby Llama begins to worry and fret until she returns. This story of Llama Llama relates to children and the need for their mother's comfort. Hardcover book includes 40 pages. Large plush measures 13" tall. Purchase as a set or purchase the plush individually

Uniquely designed to showcase images of the world's tallest buildings, this book explores the architecture, engineering, and cultural impact of more than 60 skyline defining buildings. Arranged chronologically by date of building construction, each informative profile includes stunning photos of the building's defining features along with building plans, diagrams, historical background, and technological information. Also includes in-depth looks at compelling topics in skyscraper design, including next steps in creating visionary cities of the future, and information on cutting-edge sustainable materials that help make these structures environmentally friendly. 176 pages.

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. Plush measures 7.25"H sitting. Surface wash and air dry only.

8 years & up. This book has the goal of proving elementary aged children positive character traits. Included inside are true stories of children portraying positive character traits, self-reflection quizzes, activities to encourage character trait development, resources, and so much more. 176 pages.

5 - 8 years. There will be times when you walk into a room and no one there is quite like you. There are many reasons to feel different. Maybe it's how you look or talk, or where you're from; maybe it's what you eat, or something just as random. It's not easy to take those first steps into a place where nobody really knows you yet, but somehow you do it. This book reminds us that we all feel like outsiders sometimes and how brave it is that we go forth anyway. And that sometimes, when we reach out and begin to share our stories, others will be happy to meet us halfway. Hardcover. 32 pages.

3 years & up. Young readers will discover a variety of birds from around the world, from familiar backyard species to unique birds found in rain forests and deserts. Featuring over 100 colorful photos, this engaging reference explores bird behaviors, habitats, diets, and adaptations while building curiosity about the natural world. 

4 years & up. 32 pages. Listen to the sounds of a train as it travels through big cities, small towns, forests, fields, and tunnels. Hear the whistle blow, the brakes squel, and the wheels roll around the tracks. Then the train heads home. All aboard for the journey!

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,

Board book.

3 years & up. When rain falls on the dry African savanna, animals use their senses to find it. Porcupines smell the rain, zebras see lightning, baboons hear thunder, rhinos feel the first drops, and lions taste the fresh water. After the rain, the grasslands fill with green plants, fruit, and water. Soon, the hot sun dries the land again, and the animals wait for the next rain.

Birth & up. Bright illustrations encourage children to identify colors and shapes, practice counting, and follow Sam's journey as he drives from his country home to the busy city where he works. 36 pages.