Children’s: picture books, activity books

Book SynopsisGood Night Martin Luther King Jr. features the iconic Civil Rights leader''s childhood, education, family members, and leadership, the Great March on Washington, speeches, peaceful protests, Rosa Parks and the bus boycott, winning the Nobel Peace Prize, and more. This educational board book teaches young readers about one of the most important leaders of our times.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Introduce your young reader to the life and legend of Martin Luther King Jr. in this inspiring and educational board book.

Read more less

Book SynopsisGrab your pail and bucket, it''s time to explore Virginia Beach. Young readers will put on their flip-flops as they tour one of the nations most celebrated beach-side communities. This charming board book features the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Cape Henry lighthouse, Neptune''s Park, Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, First Landing State Park, Military Aviation Museum, Sandbridge Beach, Virginia Beach Fishing Pier, waterspouts, wildlife and more.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Many of North America''s most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for North America''s natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area''s attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place.Good Night Virginia Beach will have little ones dancing in their flip flops as they tour this fun beachside town.

Read more less

Book SynopsisThis charming and educational board book gives young readers a peek into the fascinating world of the turtle. From the ocean to the swamp, no shell is left unturned. Fun facts include turtle habitat, species identification, green turtles, loggerheads, kemp''s Ridley''s, box turtles, snapping turtles, tortoises, soft shell and hardshell turtles, mud turtles, pond turtles and more.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Good NIght Turtles will delight and educate young minds as they learn about these fascinating animals.

Read more less

Book SynopsisWelcome to one of America''s favorite seaside cities.Young readers will travel around the quaint streets of this historic city, while learning about Portland''s fascinating culture. From lighthouses to lobster boats, this book has it all including Portland Head Light, Old Port, Commercial Street. Casco Bay Islands, Portland Art Museum, Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad, Children''s Museum. local food, fun shops and more. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Many of North America''s most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for North America''s natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area''s attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place.Good Night Portland Maine explores one the nations most exciting seaside cities.

Read more less

Book SynopsisWelcome to one of the South''s most charming and historic small cities. This charming board book allows little ones to explore all the exciting attractions and landmarks this region has to offer including, Savannah Historic District, Forsyth Park, Cathedral of St John, Georgia State Railroad Museum, Wormhole Historic Site, River Street, Talmadge Memorial Bridge, Old Fort Jackson, Historic Savannah Theatre, local foods, trolley tours, and more.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Young readers will enjoy exploring Savannah''s charming streets and historical attractions.

Read more less

Book SynopsisCome join the snowy fun as we strap on our snowshoes and travel deep into the Himalayas in search of the elusive Yeti. This charming board book takes young readers to a faraway land: the Abominable Snowman''s world, which includes Yeti homes, Yeti families, fun Yeti facts, foods, sledding Yetis, snow leopards and yaks, Yetis rescuing mountain climbers, scientists studying Yeti tracks, and more.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.Little explorers will travel deep into the Himalayas for an unforgettable journey.

Read more less

Book SynopsisTour the Caribbean''s most iconic island county with this best-selling preschool board book series. Delightful illustrations feature Havana, classic cars, beaches, baseball, iguanas, fresh fruits like mango and papaya, crabs, dolphins, Cuban musicians and dancers, in places like Santiago de Cuba, Pinar del Rio, Trinidad, Ciuenfuegos, Camagüey, Remedios, and el Nicho waterfall! Children will learn what the island is really like in a manner that will keep them coming back time and again.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.Cuba love! Children and adults will together learn all about one of the world''s most unique and special places with this bedtime board book "muy bonita."

Read more less

Book Synopsis"These suggested general purchases for all libraries are well designed for language development and early reading." - School Library Journal "The thick, durable pages make this perfect for multiple readings and page turnings for the youngest listeners." - Kirkus Reviews "Bright colors, repetition of objects, and rounded corners and heavy pages make these books perfect for babies and toddlers" - Kiwi Magazine Lily and Milo packed all their things. They’re going to move! Lily and Milo’s new house has a bedroom, a bathroom, and a kitchen . . . but where will they put all their things? Will you help them? Come on in! A cheerful story about finding places for all objects in a house. For toddlers ages 24 months and up, with a focus on the child’s daily life.Trade ReviewPraise for the bestselling Lily and Milo series:> "The thick, durable pages make this perfect for multiple readings and page turnings for the youngest listeners." - Kirkus Reviews "These lovable characters in simple, recognizable scenes will easily engage toddlers in basic language development." - Kirkus Reviews “These simple, colorful stories could be used in story time… or as beginning readers.” - School Library Journal "Perfect for babies and toddlers" - Kiwi Magazine “This suggested general purchase for all libraries is well designed for language development and early reading, and could be an especially useful addition as a brief lesson on winter for the very young.” - School Library Journal

Read more less

Book SynopsisA familiar and interactive story about bedtime rituals. For toddlers ages 24 months and up, with a focus on the child’s daily life.Bedtime! It’s late, so Lily and Milo are going to sleep. Lily is all ready, but Milo isn’t! He still needs to put on his pajamas and brush his teeth. And . . . where did he set his stuffed mouse?Trade ReviewPraise for the bestselling Lily and Milo series: "The thick, durable pages make this perfect for multiple readings and page turnings for the youngest listeners." - Kirkus Reviews "These lovable characters in simple, recognizable scenes will easily engage toddlers in basic language development." - Kirkus Reviews “These simple, colorful stories could be used in storytime… or as beginning readers.” - School Library Journal "Perfect for babies and toddlers" - Kiwi Magazine “This suggested general purchase for all libraries is well designed for language development and early reading, and could be an especially useful addition as a brief lesson on winter for the very young.” - School Library Journal

Read more less

Book SynopsisA lighthearted story about the consequences of rash decisions and the importance of problem solving, responsibility, and acceptance for kids ages 4-8.Told in rhyming couplets, The Barefoot King recounts the story of a young king named Creet who rules a land where people walk around with bare feet. Easily distracted, one day King Creet stubs his toe on a rock and is shocked by the pain. Never wanting to experience that discomfort again, the king decides to cover his whole kingdom in leather, with unfortunate consequences.This short and playful story helps parents discuss concepts of acceptance, awareness, and responsibility with kids. Seeing the consequences of King Creet''s decision, kids will learn to navigate challenges in their own lives and the opportunities for growth that obstacles provide. A short "reader''s guide" accompanies the story, aiding parents and teachers in discussions of how to handle life''s bumps with conscious breaths and mindful steps.

Read more less

Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated, Zen-inspired picture book for children ages 4-8 about moving to a new home, making friends, and finding beauty wherever you are.Krit and his dog, Mu, love their beautiful home in Thailand--full of golden temples, colorful mountainsides, and endless adventures. Everything seems perfect until Krit''s mother announces they will be moving to the frigid city of Chicago. At first, Krit tries to adjust to this unfamiliar place, but he can''t do any of the things he used to love. Missing Thailand, Krit asks his mother to tell him a story about home. But instead of a story, she gives Krit a koan--a Zen riddle--to puzzle through. Krit wonders what the story about a blade of grass and Buddha''s smile have to do with home, but in solving the puzzle, Krit meets a new friend and learns that home is wherever he makes it.

Read more less

Book SynopsisWinner of the 2020 International Children''s Mind/Body/Spirit Book Award!Your racing train of thoughts may try to take you down the railroad tracks, but you can stay in the Meditation Station, where children ages 4-8 learn how to calm their bodies and minds.All aboard for Meditation Station! It''s time to learn how to manage our busy minds, difficult feelings, and frustrations by staying with our breath and in our body. Your train of thoughts might be racing, but you can manage it with some simple steps. Take a deep breath in, and then let the breath out slowly. That is how you will learn what meditation is all about. The next train is coming. Can you hear it chugging along? Stay in the meditation station--don''t hop on the train! Just wave goodbye to your racing mind and find inner calm.

Read more less

Book SynopsisTravel with Bodhi through seek-and-find illustrations as she takes a plane, boat, and tuk-tuk to explore a new country and culture in vibrant, bustling Bangkok, Thailand.Bodhi is high above the clouds, in a plane on her way to Thailand. She''s never been to the city named Bangkok, and she''s not certain what sights, sounds, and experiences await her there. Stepping into the streets, Bodhi suddenly finds herself a long way from home and not sure if she belongs in this new place. The city is a symphony of noises with horns beeping, engines roaring, and people speaking in Thai. But after visiting the golden temple and quieting her mind, Bodhi begins to see that Thailand is not that different from home after all. Trees still grow tall, kids play games just like her friends, and a smile is the same in every language. With this new outlook, Bodhi opens her heart to the kindness and compassion already within and realizes that even though she is far away from the place she calls home, she is right where she belongs amongst the busy streets, Loi Krathong celebrations, and floating markets of Bangkok. Bodhi Sees the World shares with children:A list of facts and information about the important landmarks and places Bodhi visits, including the Emerald Buddha, the Grand Palace, the Chao Phraya River, and the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market;How to say basic greetings and phrases in Thai;And introduces a new culture and customs.

Read more less

Book SynopsisHelp children understand their emotions, build empathy, and learn the words they need to express themselves. A little book about BIG feelings. Aah, the sloth is feeling relaxed. Wow! The panda is surprised. Sometimes the mouse feels sad. Every day brings a different set of emotions for us to recognize and process, but young children often have a hard time connecting their emotions with the words they need to describe them. Featuring animal characters that are associated with 24 different emotions, Happy Puppy, Angry Tiger helps toddlers develop empathy and compassion by connecting with their own emotional experiences. This book is an invaluable resource to start building emotional intelligence at an early age.

Read more less

Book SynopsisA playful, read-aloud exploration of all the different thoughts we have every day and their role in our lives.“Sharks rule!” “That’s gross.” “I love tofu.” “Is she from Montreal?” Whether our thoughts are happy, sad, scared, excited, or worried, they come in a constant flow. Through playful rhyming text and vivid, fun illustrations, Just a Thought introduces kids 4–8 to the way our lives are shaped by our thoughts. The story helps to teach self-awareness by recognizing negative self-thought and recurring thought patterns. Regardless of whether you have happy, weird, or mean thoughts—they are all just thoughts, and no single thought can define you. The magic of mind is that it''s a space where anything is possible!

Read more less

Book Synopsis2023 NAPPA Award WinnerThemagical story of a compassionate hero who learns how toalways care for others and to never give up?for kids ages 4?8.Lokeshvara shows us that with compassion,we can always pick up the pieces of a broken heart,and be stronger, more loving, and more wise than before.Lokeshvarais a compassionate hero who lives above the moon. He tries to help every single being in the world but gets frustrated when he realizesthat hecan?t save everyone.Lokeshvarabecomes so disheartenedthat he explodes into a thousand pieces. With a little help from awisefriend and teacher,the piecesare put backtogetherin awaythat canbenefit even more beings than before.Lokeshvara?stale ofcompassionand resilienceteaches us that even whenwefeeloverwhelmed by the suffering we see in the world, we canstillfindcreativewaysto help those around us.With beautiful illustrations that use a unique approach to color, shadows, and perspective to evoke a sense of magic and wonder, thisretelling of a classic Asian Buddhist tale is timely and meaningful for kids and grown-ups alike.

Read more less

Book SynopsisGoodreads Best Children''s Book of 2022Kid''s Indie Next List PickEmile is not shy—he is quiet.     Emile may seem timid and shy on the outside, but on the inside he is bustling with imagination. While grownups and even other kids may see Emile as the shy kid who doesn’t raise his hand in class, we know that Emile is actually a high-seas adventurer, a daring explorer, and a friend to wild beasts.   This story honors and encourages the beauty of knowing ourselves for exactly who we are. Emile’s world shows us that the mind of a quiet child can be as rich, expansive, and bold as that of any other (more extroverted) child.

Read more less

Book SynopsisI breathe slowly in, I breathe slowly out. My breath is a river of peace. I am here in the world. Each moment I can breathe and be. Hear thunder crash, feel your toes touch sand, and watch leaves drift softly away on a quiet stream. The simple poems in Breathe and Be help children learn mindfulness as they connect to the beauty of the natural world. Mindfulness teaches us how to stay calm, soothe our emotions, and appreciate the world around us. Whether we’re watching tiny colored fish darting in the water or exploring the leaves, branches, and roots of a towering tree, the thoughtful words and the lovely art of Breathe and Be remind us how much joy we can find by simply living with awareness and inner peace. Ages 4–8

Read more less

Book SynopsisJoin Tyrannosaurus rex Baby Dino as he journeys through Dragonfly Pose, Mountain Pose, Downward Dog, and more in this charming picture book featuring a simple, fifteen-pose yoga sequence for kids who love dinosaursNewly hatched T-rex Baby Dino wants to explore his world. Taking his cues from the prehistoric landscape around him—a mountain, a pool, a swaying palm, dragonflies, and pterodactyls—he moves through fourteen easy-to-do yoga poses until deciding it’s time for a rest in Relaxation Pose. The spare, rhyming prose will delight young readers and make it easy for them to remember the poses. Parents can join in too, for a healthful family activity. Beautifully illustrated with line drawings and full-color digital collage inspired by the natural world, this delightful book introduces children ages three to seven to the fun, calming effects of yoga.

Read more less

Book SynopsisFollow a whimsical day in the life of a Bug City family, with imaginative illustrations of real insects by American artist Dahlov IpcarThis charming bug family (Mama is a ladybug and Papa is a daddy longlegs) share a day in Bug City, where they go shopping (for calico moths and velvet ants, of course!) and visit the zoo with rhinoceros beetles and ant lions. Their quaint, busy lives, augmented by Dahlov Ipcar''s flamboyant, colorful illustrations, make a charming story for readers to enjoy and learn how to identify a wide variety of bugs.

Read more less

Book SynopsisNautilus Award WinnerPopular children''s book author-illustrator Ruby Roth gives us the heartening story of a little boy who''s had a very bad day and just needs some quiet space to work out his feelings in his own way, on his own timeWhat do you do when you’re feeling overwhelmed? In Bad Day, things are not going well for Hennie. Small things loom large, going from bad to worse as the day-that-never-ends goes on. But with a deep breath and some quiet reflection, Hennie begins to make sense of his feelings and discovers the power of turning inward. Affirming and funny at wonderfully relatable moments, this timely mindfulness resource helps children process their inner lives, guiding them toward self-empowerment and resilience.

Read more less

Book SynopsisA story about inclusion, diversity, and the power of math to help one boy with autism thrive among his peers.Juan claps his hands to get his Jitters out. They make his tummy swoosh and swirl. His Jitters happen when there are too many people, too much noise, or too many changes to his day. Juan doesn''t like surprises.Tomorrow there is an athletic event planned at school, which makes Juan very nervous. But his teacher has the perfect solution: math--Juan''s favorite subject! Counting, sorting, and matching help Juan calm his Jitters. By making math part of the day''s athletic games, and by appointing Juan the official judge, his teacher can make sure that Juan will have fun and feel included. The class is calling it the Mathletic Games! Parents of children 4 to 8 years-old can use this book to help teach kids about neurodiversity, inclusion, and the beauty in what makes every one of us unique. Teachers will find the book meets several Common Core Standards for pre-K through third grade in reading and math, and nurtures multiple domains of scholastic development.

Read more less

Book Synopsis"Illustrated in a cartoon-like style in watercolor paint and mixed media on paper, this picture book is an invitation for teachers and students to learn about the climate crisis and to be part of the solution."—School Library Journal An environmental picture book about finding your voice, taking collective action, and saving the planet for kids ages 5 - 9. Tantrums are bad--except when they save the world!Sophia’s minding her own business when--bing bong!--the doorbell announces an unexpected guest: a polar bear. Despite Sophia’s protests, he walks right in, making himself at home. His ice cap is melting--where else is he supposed to go? Soon, more visitors arrive: a dispirited sea turtle and farmers whose lands have gone dry are joined by confused bees, more climate refugees, and a grumpy Bengal tiger. Sophia is frustrated and confused. She doesn’t understand why they showed up at her house...or what any of this has to do with her. But as Sophia hears their stories, she learns that this is her fight, too...and discovers the power of collective action, the strength of her own voice, and how all of us are stronger together. They head to City Hall only to wait around for hours before being dismissed, and Sophia just can’t hold it in anymore: Sophia’s strong feelings smouldered once more,And this time they’d gotten too big to ignore.Raging with purpose, with banners unfurled,She kicked off a tantrum to save the whole world! And she does--and so can you. An inspirational, beautifully illustrated picture book for kids aged 5 to 9, The Tantrum that Saved the World is part environmental story, part ode to community action, and part blueprint for building a better world--together, for all of us.

Read more less

Book SynopsisFor readers of Good Night Yoga and I am Peace, a kids? sleepy-time story for winding down, tuning in, and relaxing into better, deeper, and more restorative sleep.The orange sun begins to sink. Skies are golden. Clouds are pink. What evening colors do you see?Skies are clear. Moonlight glows. Blankets warm your legs and toes.Can you relax your whole body, from head to toe?Beautifully illustrated with watercolor-style collage, Yoga Nidra Lullaby brings readers a mindful, rhyming story arc and series of progressive relaxation cues that help kids fall--and stay--asleep.By first tuning into the sounds, sights, and smells of the outside world, then inviting readers to turn inward, author-illustrator Rina Deshpande draws on the yoga nidra practices she herself learned as a child, guiding kids to wind down, letting the day fall away and slipping into a deep, restorative sleep.With each long breath in, each slow breath out, and every mindful attunement to outer surroundings and inner being, Yoga Nidra Lullaby is a dreamy invitation for kids to discover a haven of peace and calm--to relax and let go of the pressures and stresses of the day (kiddos have them too!).The perfect introduction to yoga nidra for kids, Yoga Nidra Lullaby teaches readers that sleep is a practice that can be learned, and is a foundational building block for deeper sleep, mindful awareness, and lifelong practice. Yoga Nidra Lullaby includes a supplement that discusses the history of yoga nidra for readers who want to ground their practice within its origins and cultural context.

Read more less

Book Synopsis"This is a perfect book for a dinosaur storytime." —School Library JournalThis STEM-friendly musical fossil dig will have dinosaur lovers singing along as they learn the science behind paleontology.Set to the tune of "Here We Go ''Round the Mulberry Bush," Here We Go Digging for Dinosaur Bones invites budding paleontologists and dinosaur fans on an exciting fossil dig. Readers will hike the trail, scan the ground, and make a find—then discover how to build a T. Rex from its bones.

Read more less

Book SynopsisTwo young witches attending the same school of magic pursue disparate areas of study, prompting one to cast splendid spells while the other stirs up trouble. Illustrated by the best-selling artist of the I Love You, Stinky Face series. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.

Read more less

Book SynopsisWhere does the groundhog''s shadow go?Phil and his shadow do everything together. But where Phil is steady, predictable, and a little boring, Shadow is adventurous, freewheeling?even a bit rude. So they don''t get along so well anymore. Fed up, the two have a falling-out, and Shadow runs off to see the world. Being friends isn''t always easy. True friends, however, always find their way back to each other. If the groundhog doesn?t see its shadow come February 2nd, young readers will have an idea of where it might be, based on this heartwarming laugh-out-loud story accompanied by David Biedrzycki?s hilarious illustrations.

Read more less

Book SynopsisNow available in Spanish bilingual editions, this best-selling series offers big, brainy science for the littlest listeners.Accurate enough to satisfy an expert, yet simple enough for baby, this clever board book showcases the use of logic, sequence, and patterns to solve problems. Can Baby think like a coder to fix her train? Beautiful, visually stimulating illustrations complement age-appropriate language to encourage baby''s sense of wonder. Parents and caregivers may learn a thing or two, as well!Author''s Note:The goal of the Baby Loves Science books is to introduce STEM topics in a developmentally appropriate way. As a precursor to learning programming languages and syntax, Baby Loves Coding presents the concepts of sequencing, problem solving, cause and effect, and thinking step-by-step. Practicing these skills early creates a solid foundation for reading, writing, math and eventually, programming.

Read more less

Book SynopsisNow available in Spanish bilingual editions, this best-selling series offers big, brainy science for the littlest listeners.Accurate enough to satisfy an expert, yet simple enough for baby, this clever board book explores the ups and downs of gravity. When baby drops food from a high chair, why does it fall? Beautiful, visually stimulating illustrations complement age-appropriate language to encourage baby''s sense of wonder. Parents and caregivers may learn a thing or two, as well!

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe perfect Halloween read for trick-or-treators of all ages.Best-selling illustrator Lynn Munsinger puts pumpkins and autumn center stage in this rollicking take on the classic song, We''re Going on a Bear Hunt.A spooky nighttime hunt for the biggest pumpkin in town results in a fright but also a great adventure. Laugh out loud at the sweet silliness and be heartened to know you might not be the only scaredy cat...er, mouse...in the pumpkin patch. The perfect read aloud for fall and Halloween fun."Even without pumpkin pie, readers will hunt down this delightful Halloween offering."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book SynopsisClassic Americana and patriotism meet in this picture book version of the beloved song "America the Beautiful."Katharine Lee Bates''s timeless and beloved poem alongside art by award-winning author and artist Wendell Minor, capturing the magnificent beauty of the United States. Celebrate America''s ideals of togetherness and marvel at classic illustrations of her natural and historical wonders: from Yosemite National Park and the Garden of the Gods, to Mount Rushmore and Plymouth Plantation. This reissued edition includes an updated introduction, information about the poet, the composer of the song, the sheet music, a map and brief information about all twenty-one American locations depicted in the book.

Read more less

Book SynopsisWilson dreams of all the ways he can help improve his friend Gigi’s house so that she’ll be warm, comfortable, and happy. One day, friends and neighbors from all over come to help make Wilson''s plans come true. Everyone volunteers to pitch in to make Gigi''s house safe, clean, and pretty. Inspired by a friend’s volunteerism, author Julia Durango tells a story of community and togetherness, showing that by helping others we help ourselves. Further information about Labor of Love, United Way, and Habitat for Humanity is included at the end of the book.

Read more less

Book SynopsisIn the Florida Keys, far off the beaten path, is the tropical garden paradise of Grimal Grove. For the first time, a wider audience can explore its rare and exotic fruits in this fantastic coloring book.In the 1950s, a man named Adolf Grimal had a dream of establishing a rare tropical fruit nursery for rambutan, canistel, lychee, and more in the Florida Keys. But the bedrock of the islands cannot normally sustain such lush vegetation. It was only through Grimal''s engineering know-how and persistence that hundreds of plants, like the nuaga sapote, perhaps one of the rarest on the planet, thrived. This hidden paradise became known as Grimal Grove. Now children and adults alike can learn about its unique catalog of exotic fruit in this coloring and drawing adventure.

Read more less

Book SynopsisAn introduction to scientific careers in a range of disciplines combines age-appropriate language and visually stimulating artwork to introduce such scientific superheroes as ?Aerospace Engineer? and ?Particle Physicist.? Illustrations.

Read more less

Book SynopsisExplores angular momentum, torque, friction and gravity as Baby discovers the science behind the spinning of the dreidel on Hanukkah! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.

Read more less

Book SynopsisNow in Spanish bilingual editions--Caldecott Honor winner Grace Lin celebrates math for every kid in this board book series.Mei explores measurement as she plants a sunflower seed and watches it grow. The plant starts off as tall as her toe, but soon it''s up to her knees, then her waist, then her shoulders. How tall will it get?The Storytelling Math series shows that all children can be mathematical thinkers. Each book includes ideas for exploring math at home with your children, developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC Inc., under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

Read more less

Book SynopsisNow in Spanish bilingual editions--Caldecott Honor winner Grace Lin celebrates math for every kid in this board book series.Manny and his friends Olivia and Mei blow bubbles in this playful introduction to geometry. Manny''s wand is a circle. Olivia''s wand is a square. Mei''s wand is a heart. What shape will their bubbles be? (Surprise! They''re all spheres.)The Storytelling Math series shows that all children can be mathematical thinkers. Each book includes ideas for exploring math at home with your children, developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC Inc., under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

Read more less

Book SynopsisNow in Spanish bilingual editions--Caldecott Honor winner Grace Lin celebrates math for every kid in this board book series. A fall-ready favorite for any autumn reading list.Take a trip to the farmers market in this playful story about spatial sense. Olivia is searching for something just the right size to fill her basket. The apple is so small that it rolls around. The zucchini is so long that it sticks out. What will fit just right?The Storytelling Math series shows that all children can be mathematical thinkers. Each book includes ideas for exploring math at home with your children, developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC Inc., under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

Read more less

Book SynopsisNow in Spanish bilingual editions--Caldecott Honor winner Grace Lin celebrates math for every kid in this board book series.After playing in the snow, Olivia and Mei are ready for cocoa. There''s one marshmallow for Olivia and one marshmallow for Mei. But what will they do with the third marshmallow? How can two friends share three things fairly?The Storytelling Math series shows that all children can be mathematical thinkers. Each book includes ideas for exploring math at home with your children, developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC Inc., under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

Read more less

Book SynopsisIs your future voter election-day ready?This cute and clever addition to the best-selling Baby Loves series offers an accurate and simple introduction to political science and the US government perfect for babies.Baby learns that just as there are rules in daycare, there are rules in our society. And who makes the rules--or laws? Congress! A fun and easy introduction to the three branches of the US government and the legislative branch in particular. Representatives and senators may pass laws, but anyone in our democracy can have ideas for new ones!

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe first in the Chicken Soup for the Soul Kids series celebrates friendship, kindness, and the importance of being yourself! They call themselves the Sunshine Squad: five friends (and one tagalong little brother) who decide to be superheroes. They have courage, capes, and even a secret clubhouse. They all have their own kind of superpower too. Oliver is a genius at drawing comics. Mia is a star athlete. Lilly creates amazing inventions. Lucas is a master of practical jokes. Sophie is an animal expert. And Tommy, well, he''s still figuring out what his strength is. Maybe he doesn''t belong in the squad at all. But throughout the day, Tommy helps his 123 Sunshine Street neighbors in different ways. And he learns that caring about others might be the best superpower of all.Chicken Soup for the Soul Kids picuture books impart good values through heartwarming and humourous stories to help kids put their best foot forward.

Read more less

Book SynopsisChicken Soup for the Soul Babies imparts good values through heartwarming and humourous stories to help little ones put their best foot forward. All the animals at the playground like to share--just like the characters in their favorite book. All except Cat, that is. Why won''t Cat share the seesaw? Maybe he can be convinced to give it a try? Maybe sharing can be even MORE fun than being top dog--er, cat? Sweet and silly, Chicken Soup for the Soul Babies makes lessons easy and fun for the littlest readers.

Read more less

Book SynopsisChicken Soup for the Soul Babies imparts good values through heartwarming and humorous stories to help little ones put their best foot forward.Grandma Ferret warns her grand-kits about the play tunnels at the Critter Family Gym--they are getting too big for the smallest tunnels. But the twin ferret kits are just too excited to listen to all the good advice, and they of course get STUCK! Can they listen long enough to get unstuck?  This light-hearted board book humorously addresses the need to listen well. Good listeners are rewarded! 

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe Cherokee community is grateful for the blessings and challenges that each season brings. This is modern Native American life as told by best-selling Cherokee author Traci Sorell. Now a board book for 0-3-year-olds interested in contemporary Indigenous stories that are both accessible and universal for the littlest readers. Based on the award-winning picture book. The word otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences. Written by best-selling and award-winning Cherokee author Traci Sorell, this board book edition includes the complete Cherokee syllabary, originally created by Sequoyah.

Read more less

Book SynopsisCaldecott Honor winner Grace Lin celebrates math for every kid, everywhere!Olivia wants to make a colorful birdhouse for summer. She starts painting a pattern of stripes on the roof but then oops!?messes up. Now what? Explore patterns inthis playful story about creative problem-solving.Storytelling Math celebrates children using math in their daily adventures as they play, build, and discover the world around them. Joyful stories and hands-on activities make it easy for kids and their grown-ups to explore everyday math together. Developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC, under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

Read more less

Book Synopsis"This is a perfect book for a dinosaur storytime." —School Library JournalThis STEM-friendly musical fossil dig will have dinosaur lovers singing along as they learn the science behind paleontology.Set to the tune of "Here We Go ''Round the Mulberry Bush," Here We Go Digging for Dinosaur Bones invites budding paleontologists and dinosaur fans on an exciting fossil dig. Readers will hike the trail, scan the ground, and make a find—then discover how to build a T. Rex from its bones.

Read more less