Baby, Toddler & Pre-School Books

Book SynopsisJet the cat likes to swim. When the other animals tell her that cats actually hate water, she goes in search of her true identity. After failing to fit the description of a variety of animals, Jet finally learns to embrace her unique brand of catness. A timely tale that humorously challenges labels and celebrates defining one’s own unique identity.Trade Review“Crede’s tale of individuality and acceptance of self gets its point across in an age-appropriate manner. Little individualists will identify with Jet and respond favorably to Runyan’s cartoon illustrations of wide-eyed animals with bendy limbs and googly eyes” – Kirkus Reviews“The lively, amusing narrative carries its point lightly, showing how Jet’s frustration builds when she lets others define who she is and recedes when she takes charge of her identity. Speech balloons carrying the animals' comments add to the fun in the colorful, sometimes comical illustrations, which create a farm setting for the action. A pleasing picture book for reading aloud” – Booklist”A cute and easy-to-follow story about the joy of being yourself . . . If readers are looking for stories in which a character proudly stands up for what’s unique about them, this could be the ticket” – Youth Services Book Review

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Book Synopsis “Meet the 10 animal families of the meadow in this board book version of the beloved English counting song . . . Perfect for read-alouds” – The School Library Journal Susan Reed's catchy adaptation of this traditional English song explores all kinds of creatures who live over in the meadow. With notes on meadows and the furry mice, bumpy toads and other wildlife in the story. Includes QR code access to audio singalong and video animation.

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Book Synopsis “Playful short prose and active verbs keep the pace humming right along in this age-appropriate yoga exploration. Energetic poses are interspersed with more mindful deep stretches. Bright, bold, and colorful illustrations using hand carved stamps and digital techniques center a friendly, diverse group of children, of all body shapes and abilities” – The School Library Journal Travel to all seven continents and the oceans, too, with an energetic yoga sequence set to an irresistible original song. Sweet illustrations guide children into more than a dozen yoga poses, some mimicking a distinctive animal from each global region, others paired with modes of transportation to connect them all. Written by a children’s yoga expert, the playful story concludes with step-by-step instructions for each yoga pose and a world map with a fun fact about each animal. Includes QR code access to audio singalong and video animation.

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Book Synopsis Young readers will delight in the hide-and-seek illustrations... The simple lines and bold colors are appealing, and the facial expressions on both the children and the animals will grab readers'' attention Kirkus Reviews Play hide-and-seek with a dragon, a crocodile, a gorilla and all sorts of weird and wonderful creatures. The rhyming text explores familiar rooms of the house, and encourages imaginative play. Includes QR code access to audio singalong and video animation.

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Book SynopsisEasy-to-follow step-by-step instructions take little ones through a grounding series of basic yoga poses. Simple, descriptive language invites young children to pretend to be a bear, moving their furry bodies into specific yoga poses designed to both energize and inspire bravery.

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Book Synopsis ★ “This book is the complete package—wonderful story, important message, diversity, vivid illustrations, a musical CD, and tips for making the world a better place for everyone. What is not to like about that!?” — Youth Services Book Review, starred review Set to the familiar tune of “The More We Get Together,” this new addition to Barefoot Books’ bestselling singalong collection features a diverse group of children who work together to make their urban neighborhood cleaner, friendlier, and safer for everyone. Sing along as the community bicycles and recycles together, volunteers at an assisted living home, participates in a letter-writing campaign and finally gathers around a potluck meal. End matter includes an age-appropriate introduction to recycling, activism, community gardens, teamwork and more, as well as actionable ways for children to get involved in their own neighborhoods. Includes QR code access to audio and video animation.

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Book SynopsisHana has a humongous collection of hijabs and accessories - and her hijab is always styled superbly. But when her overflowing collection gets a little out of hand, Hana knows something needs to be done . . . and comes up with a clever plan for sharing her talents and possessions with her community! Young makers will chuckle along with this humorous tale of creative problem-solving and learning to help others.Trade Review“A fun and charming introduction to the beauty of hijab” – Kirkus Reviews“Kids who love fashion or aspiring entrepreneurs will appreciate this lively story” – Booklist“A funny story and a great introduction to hijab” – Susannah Aziz, New York Public Library“This colorful book is bursting with joy. It celebrates fashion as a form of self-expression, and highlights the hijab as a means of creating community and honoring tradition” – Leigh Russell King, Lincoln Street School “The most colorful book on the bookshelf might just be Hana’s Hundreds of Hijabs . . . Young children could spend hours looking at each double-page spread and never get tired of the details” – New York Journal of Books

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Book SynopsisWhen Leila's mother gets sick, lots of things change for her family. But one important thing stays the same: they still have each other, and they know how to find joy and laughter when they need it most! The poetic, uplifting story and hopeful ending are based on the author's own experience battling cancer as the parent of young children.Trade Review★ “What a beautiful book” – Youth Services Book Review“A beautifully rendered story about courage in the face of turmoil” – Kirkus Reviews“A sympathetic, supportive portrayal of coping with a parent’s illness, from how it can impact daily life and emotions to finding hope and resilience along the way” – Booklist“Eloquently written and splendidly illustrated with gorgeous tapestry designs” – San Francisco Book Review“There is something powerful about reading Making Happy with your child, a shared picture book experience that we think will remain in your memories for years and years to come” – Toka Box

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Book SynopsisJoin Bear for a whole day of adventures! Little ones can place more than 250 reusable stickers to dress Bear for the weather, match shapes at school, decorate for a birthday party and more. Based on the bestselling Bear series, this endearing sticker book offers young children an opportunity for both structured and creative hands-on learning.

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Book SynopsisCome along for a day in Egypt! There's so much to explore – candy-coloured boats, thumping tablas and warm pita bread. Author Aya Khalil and illustrator Magda Azab draw on their personal experience of life in Egypt to create this appealing board book for very young readers.

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Book SynopsisSpend a day in France counting the dogs un-deux-trois, taking Doudou out for a walk, and playing until it's time for bonne nuit. Author Evelyne Holingue and illustrator Margaux Carpentier draw on their young lives in France to create an authentic picture of modern French life.Trade Review“Lovely illustrations accompany this quaint, toddler-friendly intro to French culture and language” – Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisEmpower kids to manage anxiety! We might not know what the future holds, but the lyrical rhyming text in this beautiful book reassures readers that they have the resilience and strength to face whatever comes their way. Whimsical illustrations make for a captivating read-aloud or bedtime story. Inspired by the author’s own experience with anxiety, this book offers gentle wisdom applicable to both children and adults. End matter includes a discussion guide and activity ideas for managing worries. Trade Review“An inspiring, visually appealing read filled with tools to help manage uncertainty” – Kirkus Reviews “In rhymes that first acknowledge and then reassure, Gardyn Levington counsels fortitude in the face of the unknown” – Publishers Weekly “It’s a book I have read over and over, and each time I do it feels brand new. Beautiful. Beautiful. Beautiful” – Matthew Winner, podcaster & reviewer “What a beautiful, lyrical, inclusive way to empower and encourage children to face what may come with calm confidence that they can overcome challenges and look forward to tomorrow” – Kit Little, executive administrator of the New Atlantic Independent Booksellers Association (NAIBA) “Whatever Comes Tomorrow belongs in the offices of every school counselor and child therapist” – Donna Cangelosi, Psy.D. Child Psychologist “As a psychotherapist, I cannot recommend this book highly enough” – Lisa Perron, LICSW., psychotherapist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, particularly in the treatment of anxiety “Whatever Comes Tomorrow is a timely addition to children’s literature given the critical need to increase focus on children’s mental health” – Carrie Spindel Bashoff, PsyD “This beautifully illustrated book offers a reminder that it is okay to feel worried, scared, or unsure while fostering resilience and gently encouraging young children to face their fears” – Rachel Merson, Psy.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist

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Book SynopsisSpend a day in Mexico with a baby and their family, from huevos in the morning to settling down for dulces sueños at night. Mexican author Cynthia Harmony and illustrator Claudia Navarro draw on their lived experiences in Mexico to create an authentic picture of modern Mexican life as part of the Our World Series for very young readers.Trade Review“The day-in-the-life continues with a bus to school, the class, a museum, and later on dinner and bedtime! What a sweet way to visit Mexico! . . . A charming way to enjoy tiled streets, sunny sidewalks, and domestic scenes, and to take on new vocabulary” – School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisIt's time for a day in Italy! We'll play a game of soccer, enjoy paninis and gelato, and have fun until it's time for buonanotte. Italian author Francesca Di Marzo and illustrator Naida Mazzenga draw on their lived experiences in Italy to create an authentic picture of modern Italian life as part of the Our World Series for very young readers.

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Book SynopsisMix and match foods in this flavorful split-page board book to create dishes that sound delicious . . . or hilariously revolting! This interactive addition to the Mix-and-Match Series will build vocabulary and spark conversations about the flavors and textures of different foods. Explore the sensory experience of eating various foods in a safe, clean way!

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Book SynopsisGo on the hunt with an exclusive Easter egg–shaped spyglass! Find the hidden L.O.L. Surprise! characters, bling, and other fun surprises on every page of this egg-cellent activity book!It’s the ultimate game of hide-and-seek! Go on the hunt with your egg-cellent spyglass, and uncover characters and secret images hidden in 20 fabulous scenes and blinged-out patterns. Explore Fabulous Scenes From the World of L.O.L. Surprise! Free Easter Egg Spyglass. Use the specially designed spyglass to start off your hunt.  The Perfect Gift for the L.O.L. Surprise! Fan. Whether a diehard fan or a newbie, the L.O.L. Surprise! Easter Egg Hunt is a fantastic way to celebrate spring. Engaging Activity. Pass the time with your favorite B.B.s as you hang with them at the concert stage, go on a shopping spree, have a sleepover, and more. Part of the Officially Blinged-Out Line of L.O.L. Surprise! Products. Insight Editions’ new range of L.O.L. Surprise! gifts include the Book of Surprises, Make Your Own Fashionably Fierce Pop-Up Book, Photo Studio, and Bling-A-Tree Advent Calendar.

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Book SynopsisA pop culture primer for babies, First 100 Words From the 90s is da bomb! Throw on those baggy jeans, your favorite pair of slouch socks, and take your baby on a stroller ride back in time to share the most popular and iconic music, tv shows, toys, films, and fashion of the 90s! Never mind apple, ball, cow, and dog. Your little one is ready for the 411 on 90s words like Ally McBeal, boy bands, Clueless, and Doc Martens! Featuring 100 phat 90s words and phrases, bright and playful illustrations, and 5 fly pop culture categories. It’s all that . . . and a bag of chips! POP CULTURE BONDING: Parents, grandparents, and cool aunts and uncles can introduce young readers to their favorite decade ADORABLE ILLUSTRATIONS: From Titanic to tamagotchis, 90s pop culture favorites are depicted in colorful illustrations that reinforce literacy skills STURDY BOARD BOOK: Will stand up to repeated readings and curious hands and mouths BUILD EARLY LITERACY SKILLS: Reading together supports print motivation, print awareness, letter knowledge, vocabulary, and phonological awareness GREAT GIFT: Be the rad-est gift giver in the room at baby showers, gender reveals, and birthday parties

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Book SynopsisFirst 100 Words From the 60s is a pop culture primer for babies that’s outta sight!Throw on your bell bottoms and your tie-dye shirt and take your baby on a stroller ride back in time to share the most iconic tv shows, toys, music, films, and fashion of the 60s! Forget apple, ball, and cat. Your little one is ready for the skinny on 60s words like the Adams Family, Beatles, and Chatty Cathy! Featuring 100 of the grooviest words and phrases from the 60s, bright and playful illustrations, and 5 pop culture categories that are far out!  POP CULTURE BONDING: Parents, grandparents, and groovy aunts and uncles can introduce young readers to their favorite decade         ENGAGING ILLUSTRATIONS: From flower power and banana bikes to mini skirts and go-go boots, 60s pop culture favorites are depicted in colorful illustrations that reinforce vocabulary building   STURDY BOARD BOOK: Will stand up to repeated readings and curious hands and mouths         GREAT GIFT: Be the grooviest gift giver in the room at baby showers, gender reveals, and birthday parties

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Book SynopsisExperience the beloved classic film with this exquisitely illustrated storybook the entire family can share.A princess on the run, a secret identity revealed, and international intrigue abound in the stylishly illustrated child-friendly retelling of the classic film, Roman Holiday. Enjoy stunning scenes  of Rome as a young princess escapes for the happiest day of her life while an army of investigators turns the Eternal City upside down looking for her.       NEW WAY TO EXPERIENCE A CLASSIC: The beloved story of the runaway princess is told in a family-friendly picture book for the very first time. FULL COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS: Experience the black-and-white classic in vibrant full color with stunning and stylish illustrations. EXPLORE THE ETERNAL CITY: Take a virtual tour of the most popular landmarks in Rome from the Colosseum to the Trevi Fountain to the iconic cobblestone streets. THE ORIGINAL PRINCESS DIARY: One of the first—and best—princess-themed rom coms that helped inspire numerous films through the decades. COMPLETE YOUR COLLECTION: Share your favorite stories from childhood with your own kids and grandchildren with Insight Kids’ Illustrated Classics series and pop culture storybooks, including artfully rendered retellings of It’s a Wonderful Life, The Goonies, and The Muppet Christmas Carol.

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Book SynopsisBabies will love to look at babies demonstrating natural proficiency in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) skills in this adorable board book series!Babies and toddlers are natural-born scientists. Whether rolling a ball down a slope, stacking blocks and knocking them over, placing toys in a container, group and matching objects into categories, stacking rings according to size, stringing large beads, or throwing their stuffies, STEM Babies are always experimenting with something new. This adorable board book introduces little scientists to the foundations of technology and encourages young ones to play and be curious about the world around them.  With full-color photographs of babies and toddlers playing, discovering, and inventing, STEM Baby: Technology encourages curious young scientists and their parents to tinker and explore the world like a techie! CELEBRATE STEM SKILLS: Showcases babies’ and toddlers’ natural curiosity and proficiency at tech skills like imagining and designing! BABIES LOVE TO LOOK AT BABIES: Filled with adorable full-color photos of babies engaging in fun, familiar STEM activities!        STURDY BOARD BOOK: Will stand up to years of reading, looking, laughing and page turning (and even chewing) at home or on the go!    COLLECT THEM ALL: Complete the series with STEM BABY: Science, STEM BABY: Math, and STEM BABY: Engineering.

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Book SynopsisDiscover an adorable assortment of bento boxes in this book that introduces little ones to shapes, colors, and counting in the yummiest of ways!The world of cute or “kawaii” food comes to life in My Little Bento Box! This adorable board book features a collection of delightful bento box meals and snacks that are simply too cute to eat. Each one is packed with a feast for the eyes and perfectly paired with prompts to help little ones learn colors, shapes, and numbers! ADORABLE EDIBLES:  From rice balls that look like panda bears to sandwiches shaped like stars, the adorable illustrations and colorful depictions of yummy foods will have little ones asking to read this book again and again. ORDERING ORGANIZED: Kids and their grownups are sure to find joy in the neat and tidy placement of each colorfully cute meal. SUPPORTS ESSENTIAL SKILLS: Young learners can practice counting, reading, identifying colors, spotting shapes, numbers, and more! STURDY BOARD BOOK: This book will stand up to repeated readings and busy hands, fingers, and mouths. GREAT GIFT FOR LITTLE FOODIES: This book makes a great gift for toddlers who love to play with their food!

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Book SynopsisIntroduce children to nature in the Northeast through fun activities and hands-on science projects. With 11 states, four distinct seasons, and a wide range of habitats, plants, and animals, the Northeast is a wonderful region for getting outside and discovering nature. There is so much to see and appreciate—even in your backyard or at a nearby park. Teach your children to love and protect the great outdoors. This workbook by naturalist Susan D. Schenck features more than 20 simple, fun introductions to astronomy, birds, geology, and more. Plus, over a dozen activities help kids to make hypotheses, experiment, and observe. The 19 hands-on science projects—such as raising native caterpillars, making mushroom spore prints, and attracting moths with an ultraviolet light—put students in control of their own learning! You never know what your children will uncover in their outdoor classroom. Every day is a little treasure hunt. If they keep good records and share what they find, their observations can even help scientists learn more about nature in the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont. So get the Backyard Science & Discovery Workbook: Northeast, and get started on a lifetime of discovery.Table of ContentsAbout This Book Get to Know the Northeast Birds Geology and Earth Science Insects and Bugs Mushrooms and Fungi Astronomy Conduct a Backyard Bioblitz Contribute to a Citizen Science Project Nature Bingo Recommended Reading Glossary About the Author

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Book SynopsisSay “good morning” with a heartwarming children’s picture book that pays homage to nature and wildlife. Open your eyes, stretch your arms, and gather the kids for a perfect story to begin the day. Good Morning, Mother Nature lets readers of all ages awaken to celebratory text that serves as an ode to the great outdoors. Follow a chickadee at sunrise as it flits through the forest, wishing “good morning” to bears, beavers, deer, and other beloved critters. Along the way, the friendly bird encounters common sights and sounds of the forest, from fresh dew on leaves to a burbling brook. Written as a companion to the acclaimed Goodnight Great Outdoors, this children’s book is a warm, rhyming tale by Lucas Alberg: “Good morning world. Good morning light. Good morning critters peeking into sight.” Highly stylized, playful artwork by Megan Marie Myers helps to create a picture book that your family or

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Book SynopsisSay “good morning” with a heartwarming board book that pays homage to nature and wildlife. Open your eyes, stretch your arms, and gather the kids for a perfect story to begin the day. Good Morning, Mother Nature lets readers of all ages awaken to celebratory text that serves as an ode to the great outdoors. Follow a chickadee at sunrise as it flits through the forest, wishing “good morning” to bears, beavers, deer, and other beloved critters. Along the way, the friendly bird encounters common sights and sounds of the forest, from fresh dew on leaves to a burbling brook. Written as a companion to the acclaimed Goodnight Great Outdoors, this children’s book is a warm, rhyming tale by Lucas Alberg: “Good morning world. Good morning light. Good morning critters peeking into sight.” Highly stylized, playful artwork by Megan Marie Myers helps to create a board book that your family will beg to enjoy again

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Book SynopsisTurkey is determined to have one outsanding beach day, even if Farmer Jake has other plans. Turkey is visiting the ocean for the very first time! But when he arrives, he has to stay in Farmer Jake’s petting zoo on the boardwalk. If only he could get to the beach for some splashing and surfing…Luckily, his friends are determined to help him have an utterly crab-ulous beach day, offi-shell duties or not—and they get to have some fun along the way. Packed with wordplay and clever costumes, this sun-splashed adventure is shore to entertain readers.Trade Review“Beachgoers will appreciate this funny, punny day by the shore.” —Kirkus Reviews “Full of humor, puns and just plain fun, you'll find yourself rooting for Turkey all the way.” —Midwest Book Review

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Book SynopsisFrom Diabolical Dart Frogs to Perilous Piranhas, here's a unique, humorous alphabet book featuring a dangerous yet feisty cast of characters that will have readers gleefully giggling their way through the alphabet!Adorable Avocado, our sweet narrator, is rudely interrupted by Angry Alligator who intends to throw the orderly world of the alphabet into sheer chaos. From A to Z, the two competing characters argue over what’s better: Elegant Eggplants or Eerie Electric Eels? Kissing Kiwis or Killer King Cobras? With each letter providing a new zany battle between the delightful and the dangerous, and an unexpected twist ending, readers ages 3 to 7 will be on the edges of their seats as they relish this alphabet adventure. In this fresh and funny twist on a classic alphabet book, a hilarious cast of characters with loads of personality takes something expected—the alphabet—and spins it into a wildly unexpected story that readers will reach for over and over.

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Book SynopsisA gorgeous, joyful picture book following the lifespan of a book as it comes across different readers—and creates a kind of magic along the way.A new book is fresh ink on crisp pages never opened the words inside just waiting to be read. An incredible journey begins for every person who turns the pages. Together, book and reader make a special kind of magic—a magic that’s even sweeter when you share it!Trade Review"Loosely tracing the circulation cycle of a library checkout, McCullough sings the praises of books and the magic they make with their “perfect reader” in this inviting tribute. . . Vibrantly saturated colors infuse Holzwarth’s curvaceous artwork, which traces whimsical doodles emanating from the treasured object." -- Publishers Weekly"Children will find much to engage them in the gorgeous gouache and colored pencil illustrations, with dreamy pink and orange trees, yellow houses, and floaty spirals and swirly symbols flowing out of the book indicating the 'magic.' The cast of characters is a lively mix of ethnic backgrounds." -- School Library Journal"This timely story for book lovers of all ages captures the spirit of connection between book and reader. . . Graceful illustrations project an atmosphere of positivity." -- Booklist"In a paean to literature, reading, and choice, a purple book with a yellow star ends up in the hands of different readers. . . Colorful, detailed illustrations show a diverse cast engaging with the book in school, at home, and around nature." -- Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisIn this adorable picture book for fans of Amy Wu and the Perfect Bao and Bilal Cooks Daal, Hiro aspires to make a bowl of ramen as delicious as his dad’s—and runs into some surprises on his first attempt!Hiro loves ramen. Every Sunday, Hiro’s dad makes delicious, perfect ramen for dinner, using a recipe passed down from his dad. There’s nori seaweed, briny like the ocean; nitamago egg, the yolk golden like the sun; and chashu pork so tender, it melts in your mouth. Yum! Hiro’s dream is to make his own perfect bowl, and he’s sure he can do it after watching his dad and taking notes. But when he gets started, things don’t go according to plan. The seaweed crumbles! The eggs slip through his fingers! The pork falls apart! Hiro is worried he’ll never be a real ramen chef…but thanks to his father’s wise advice and his own creativity, Hiro discovers that every person’s perfect bowl of ramen is unique.Trade Review*A March/April 2023 Indie Next Pick**A Junior Library Guild Selection*"A fun and lively book about putting your own spin on traditional ramen!" -- Andrea Wang, Newbery Honor-winning author of Magic Ramen and Watercress"Get ready for ramen, handmade to order and delightful to devour! . . . Tanumihardja’s simple yet evocative prose draws readers into the drama and tension of the ramen making and brings to life Hiro’s loving, understanding family. . . . A celebration of the complexity and care that go into making this Japanese staple." * Kirkus Reviews *“A story that is as warm, rich and hearty as ramen itself!” -- Charlene Chua, illustrator of Amy Wu and the Perfect Bao"A hearty serving of Japanese cuisine, resilience, and family fun." * Booklist *"Tanumihardja’s picture book debut encouragingly, practically shows how much hard work goes into the food’s preparation, leaving room for Hiro to try, try again, and at last put a personal spin on the traditional dish. Pate’s sumi ink, pencil, and digital illustrations reproduce packaged ramen’s colorful, cartoony designs, establishing a cheerfully chaotic tone across action-oriented panels." * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisNimbus learns how to weather her cloudy moods and accept help from her best friend, Kelp, in this charming and gently encouraging picture book companion to the New York Times bestselling Not Quite Narwhal and Perfectly Pegasus. Nimbus has so much fun being Kelp’s friend! Their days are filled with games, sunshine, and a whole lot of rainbows. Only, Nimbus can’t stay sunny all the time; in fact, some days she’s downright cloudy. Nimbus hides her cloud from Kelp and tries to make it go away, only nothing works! Not ignoring the cloud, not running from the cloud, and not bottling up the cloud. It just grows and grows. And when Nimbus’s cloud turns into a storm, there’s no way to keep it from others anymore. But maybe getting to know her cloud could make it a little less scary…and maybe friends like Kelp are there to share the weather together.Trade Review"Weathers heavy themes with breezy sensitivity…and unicorns!" -- -Kirkus Reviews * 03/01/23 *

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Book SynopsisFrom bestselling author Ruth Forman and Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Honoree Raissa Figueroa comes a lyrical and vibrant picture book honoring the love and bond that exists between family and child even in complicated times.Told from Nana’s point of view, this simple, affirming, and comforting read-aloud shows how every family’s love is natural and connected to the world around us. Just as the sun loves the day, the moon loves the waves, and the night sky loves the star glow…so is our love for each other: innate, wondrous, and infinite.Trade ReviewA “rhapsodic work, which takes on a sweeping dimension through Forman’s poetic descriptions of a natural world that’s built on affection. . . a tender and expansive loving-kindness”. -- Publishers Weekly * 11/6/2023 *“As with all of Forman’s work, essential truths and acts of love are hidden in plain sight, and in Figueroa’s purehearted scenes, rendering intimate details of family life, quality time, and authentic goodness.” -- School Library Journal * 11/1/23 *“Soothing and affirming, this is an ideal offering for a loving adult to share with a little one.” -- Kirkus Reviews * 11/01/2023 *

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Book SynopsisTwo starred reviews! From the beloved New York Times bestselling, Sibert Honor?winning author of the National Book Award finalist The Soul of an Octopus author comes a ?beautiful?captivating? (Booklist, starred review) nonfiction picture book about the most exquisite and extraordinary of winged creatures?hummingbirds.The lightest birds in the sky, hummingbirds are capable of incredible feats, such as flying backwards, diving at speeds of sixty-one miles per hour, and beating their wings more than sixty times a second. The miraculous creatures are also incredibly vulnerable when they first emerge from their eggs. This book tells the story of a hummingbird?s early life and how they make their way into the world.

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Book SynopsisA multicultural family welcomes a new member in this warm and lyrical picture book that celebrates family love.In this family We are a blend, a combination of cornbread and roti, of the Green Bay Packers and Bhangra… This family has ancestors hailing from the Land of Five Rivers, the Emerald Isle, the Swiss Alps, and the Silk Road. When it’s time to greet the newest arrival, four generations around the globe—Mummy and Papa, bhaiyya, grandparents, and even Parnani—show her that while some might call their family mixed (biracial, adhi Indian, adhi white), there is nothing half and half about them. They are whole.

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Book SynopsisA Junior Library Guild Selection Meet Jerry Lawson, the Black engineer who revolutionized the video game industry, in this engaging picture book biography perfect for fans of Whoosh!: Lonnie Johnson’s Super-Soaking Stream of Inventions and Little Legends: Exceptional Men in Black History.Before Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch, there was a tinkerer named Jerry Lawson. As a boy, Jerry loved playing with springs, sprockets, and gadget-y things. When he grew up, Jerry became an engineer—a professional tinkerer—and in the 1970s, he turned his technical know-how to video games. Back then, if players wanted a new video game, they had to buy an entire new console, making gaming very expensive. Jerry was determined to fix this problem, and despite roadblocks along the way and having to repeat a level or two, it was never game over for his mission. Eventually, he leveled up and built a brand-new kind of video game console: one that allowed players to switch out cartridges! He also founded Video Soft, Inc., the first African American–owned video game company in the country. Jerry’s tinkering and inventions changed the video gaming world forever. Today, gamers have access to hundreds of video games at the push of a button, all thanks to him. Game on!Trade ReviewGrowing up in 1940s Queens, Jerry Lawson was always a tinkerer, moving from handcars to radio receivers by age thirteen and then televisions at sixteen. His parents actively supported his interests, even searching out schools where racism would not limit a Black boy’s chances at a good education. A cross-country move to northern California in 1968 as an adult and a job at a semiconductor manufacturer poised Lawson for success in the nascent video game industry. He led development on the Fairchild video entertainment system, a home console with removable cartridges that launched shortly before the Atari 2600, and then worked on games for Atari. This work helped bring video games from arcades into the home and changed the way people play forever. Tate contextualizes Lawson as a Black engineer moving through an overwhelmingly white industry, while ably conveying a sense of fun in both Lawson’s engineering projects and the rising star of video game entertainment. Potential setbacks are posed with a refrain of “Was it GAME OVER?”, framing Lawson’s accomplishments and failures around a recognizable hook for readers more familiar with mobile gaming or a Nintendo Switch than an Atari (let alone a Fairchild). Digitally colored and inked pencil art uses desaturated colors and often depicts Black children playing arcade and video games; digitally added stippling and subtle patterns add depth, though the combinations are not always harmonious. An author’s note gives further biographical information about Lawson’s life, as well as information about the other major players involved in creating the first video game cartridge. Includes a timeline of the arcade and video game industry and a bibliography. -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books * 7/1/23 *"Harris’ vivid illustrations and graphics complement Tate’s engaging text. Enticing and inspiring fare." -- Kirkus Reviews"Readers will understand that Lawson was a dedicated, determined, and inventive man who paved the way for video games and Black entrepreneurs." -- Booklist

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Book SynopsisThis classic bestselling Angelina Ballerina picture book about friendship, jealousy, and one big performance is back in a beautiful, refreshed hardcover edition! Angelina Ballerina has a part as a fairy in a grown-up ballet performance, and so does her cousin Henry. They are both so excited, but Angelina’s excitement turns to jealousy during rehearsals when Henry becomes the favorite of the cast. Will Angelina and Henry still be friends after the curtain comes down? © 2022 Helen Craig Ltd and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.

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