Children's Books

This book includes a variety of people, situations, and places to help children develop self esteem, experience diversity, and learn about compassion.

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

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 »

4 years & up. Even when the class bully at her new school makes fun of her, Molly remembers what her grandmother told her and she feels good about herself. 32 pages.

12 months & up. It's never too early to introduce children to a second language. English and Spanish words are shown side by side. Filled with vivid pictures and a fun format which makes a game out of learning.

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.

12 months & up. Bursting with energy and imagination, this bilingual Spanish/ English celebration of self-esteem inspires children to love every part of who they are - inside and out. Wild hair? Silly breath? No problem! This confident little girl knows what truly counts. 32 pages.

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.

3 years & up. The engaging Explore My World picture books invite children to take their first big steps toward understanding the world around them. These books are perfect for reading aloud. Each book allows children to learn a subject and its importance in our world. Set of 4. Paperback.

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

36 years & up. Young children learn the importance of doing a job well and appreciate the contributions these diligent workers make to our life and the world around us. 24 pages. Paperback.

Hardcover.

3 years & up.. Kindle curiosity about STEM while creating stories. With each deck, children can play games, develop storytelling and writing skills, and build unique stories with color-coded character, setting, and object cards. Includes 36 wordless cards and a booklet.

A cumulative classic tale that children will enjoy reading over and over.

Grades K & up.Two-column format with new words, photographs, and drawings. Includes colored note boxes to help beginning readers enhance vocabulary, synonyms and antonyms, and identify sounds. Paperback. 304 pages.

Good Housekeeping has created the perfect cookbook for kids of all ages who are eager to step in the kitchen. It features more than 100 delicious, fail-safe recipes, accompanied by colorful photographs and basic kitchen and cooking how-tos. Prepare tempting fare like mac 'n' cheese, lasagna, salads, smoothies, burgers, cakes, and more! And when children want to whip up something for their friends and family, they'll find variations that make every dish super-special. Hardcover. 160 pages.

3 years & up. Have you ever built a snowman and discovered the next day that his grin has gotten a little crooked, or his tree-branch arms have moved? What do snowmen do at night? This delightful wintertime tale reveals all! Caralyn Buehner's witty, imaginative verse offers many amusing details about the secret life of snowmen and where they go at night, while Mark Buehner's roly-poly snowmen are bursting with personality and charm. 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 

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,

12 months & up. It's never too early to introduce children to a second language. English and Spanish words are shown side by side. Filled with vivid pictures and a fun format which makes a game out of learning.

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.

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. 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 »

6 years & up. Full of fun rhyming verse, this book helps readers begin to learn Spanish. With verse as bouncy as a conga line, this book makes reading and speaking Spanish fun for children. Playful illustrations bring over 70 Spanish words to life in ways sure to tickle a child's fancy, while introducing a new language and culture. Paperback. 32 pages.