Penguin Random House Paperback Book
▾ More Details ▾ Big Frank tells young readers all about firefighting and the many other important jobs firefighters do: fire safety training, fire inspection, helping at accident scenes, and more. It's all in a day's-and night's-work for our firefighting friend and his crew. Written by Leslie McGuire and illustrated by Joe Mathieu Children can learn about firefighting and safety Perfect for story-time reading The detailed full-color illustrations in this paperback book will fascinate readers
▾ More Details ▾ Jacqueline Woodson—New York Times Bestselling, National Book Award and Newbery Honor winning author–writes a rich story of a family adapting to change as they hold on to the past and embrace the future. With Coretta Scott King Award–winning illustrator James Ransome. Jacqueline Woodson is the 2018-2019 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature During the time of the Great Migration, millions of African American families relocated from the South, seeking better opportunities. The ...
▾ More Details ▾ A young boy finds in the wind a playmate of many moods: one that can sail boats, fly kites, blow dirt, and turn umbrellas inside out. By Marie Hall Ets; Author and Illustrator. Paperback book. By Marie Hall Ets; Author and Illustrator Timeless classic perfect for story-time reading Can encourage discussion about natural phenomena and the effects it has on the objects around it
The Snowy Day Paperback Book
$11.99
▾ More Details ▾ The adventures of a little boy in the city on a very snowy day. Universal in its appeal, the story has become a favorite of millions, as it reveals a child’s wonder of a new world, and the hope of capturing and keeping that wonder forever. 1963 Caldecott Medal winner by Ezra Jack Keats Captures the magic and sense of possibility of the first snowfall One of the first picture books for young children to ...
▾ More Details ▾ Dog starts off the day with one black spot on his ear. But it seems that wherever he goes, he runs, rolls, and trots right into colors. As he wanders around town, Dog collects spots made of red jam, blue paint, pink ice cream, and more. When he finally arrives back home, Dog has ten different colored spots. And then it's bath time for this colorful canine, who makes learning colors and numbers easy, messy, ...
▾ More Details ▾ Thanksgiving is about pilgrims and history--and turkey, of course! But most importantly, it's a holiday all about everything that we are thankful for. Cheerful, colorful illustrations accompany the simple text in this celebration of family, friends, and the holiday that brings them all together. Written by Margaret Sutherland and illustrated by Sonja Lamut Perfect for story-time reading Encourages discussion about gratitude
▾ More Details ▾ Kite Flying celebrates the Chinese tradition of kite making and kite flying and lovingly depicts a family bonded by this ancient and modern pleasure. By Grace Lin Perfect for story-time reading Encourages discussion about family and cultural traditions Based on life in a Chinese American family
▾ More Details ▾ A picture book classic! Don Freeman’s classic character, Corduroy, is even more popular today then he was when he first came on the scene in 1968. This story of a small teddy bear waiting on a department store shelf for a child’s friendship has appealed to young readers generation after generation. Corduroy was one of the first books inducted into the Indies Choice Book Awards Picture Book Hall of Fame The New York Public Library ...
▾ More Details ▾ One minute the narrator is quietly reading. The next, pigs are descending on his house--and head--in every imaginable getup, by every available means, from every possible place. The pages of this ALA Notable book burst with some of McPhail's most mischievous art ever. Full-color illustrations. By David McPhail (Author and Illustrator) Perfect for storytime reading Funny, full-color illustrations Engage children with rhyming and catchphrases they can say or read along with you
▾ More Details ▾ The wolf loves to eat more than anything in the world and one day he has a terrible craving for chicken stew. A big surprise is in store for the wolf when his next meal isn't quite what he'd planned. Written and illustrated by Keiko Kasza Perfect for storytime reading Helps kids understand the concept of 100 and teaches about empathy Beautiful illustrations with a comical story that is not too scary for the very ...
▾ More Details ▾ It's the first day outside the nest for Mother rabbit's five babies, and all sorts of new creatures and adventures await them. But when a sudden rain shower sends the rabbits scurrying for shelter under the hedge, the other wild animals come to visit them! Jim Arnosky's graceful watercolors and simple text are sure to delight children experiencing nature's wonders for the first time. Book by Jim Aronsky Perfect for story-time reading This book can ...
▾ More Details ▾ A long-necked mischief-maker flies the coop, setting off a series of chaotic events that culminates in an all-out stampede through the town, and two children hold the key to the goose's mishaps. By Reeve Lindbergh and pictures by Steve Kellogg. By Reeve Lindbergh and pictures by Steve Kellogg Perfect for story-time reading Repetitive, rhyming text encourages children to participate in the reading process
Road Builders Paperback Book
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▾ More Details ▾ Ever wonder how a road is built? First, you’ll meet the crew. Then you’ll see all the trucks up close—cement mixers, bulldozers, dump trucks, graders, pavers—and learn what each one does. And finally, you’ll watch a bustling new road come to life! Written by B.G. Hennessy and illustrated by Simms Taback Caldecott Medalist Perfect for storytime reading Teaches children how roads are built
▾ More Details ▾ It's bedtime at the zoo, but mischievous Gorilla isn't quite ready to go to sleep. He'd rather follow the zookeeper on his rounds and let all of the other animals out of their cages. Sneak along with Gorilla and see who gets the last laugh in the riotous good-night romp. Written and illustrated by Peggy Rathmann. Paperback, 38 pages.
Swimmy Book, Paperback
$11.49
▾ More Details ▾ A little fish, the one survivor of a school of fish swallowed by a tuna, devises a plan to camouflage himself and his new companions. Written and illustrated by Leo Lionni Paperback, 28 pages.
▾ More Details ▾ Mercer Mayer's Little Critter is spending a special day with his mom in this classic, funny, and heartwarming story. Whether the duo is at the museum, the aquarium, or the toy store, both parents and children alike will relate to Little Critter’s beloved story. Written and illustrated by Mercer Mayer A Little Critter Book Perfect for story-time reading Classic, funny and hearwarming story
Wolf Camp Paperback
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▾ More Details ▾ Meet Homer, a dog who heads to camp to live like a wolf! Here’s the perfect book for the legions of kids out there who love dogs and funny books. Written and illustrated by Andrea Zuill Perfect for story-time reading Encourages discussions about going away to camp Andrea Zuill’s debut picture book, Wolf Camp, is based on her own dog, Homer, who appeared in a series of comics entitled Urban Wolf