Children’s picture books

Book Synopsis Best illustrated book at the 2023 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards and awarded by the Cuatro Gatos Foundation, The Latino Books Awards, and Independent Publisher Book Awards. A silent journey through nature and different landscapes where anything is possible. Open this book to find endless narratives and joyful adventures.Silence visits me at the riverside. Then he hides. What if I can spot him between the waves of cool water? Or does he rest in the high mountains? Maybe inside the trees? What if I could go find him?A quiet river, a special girl’s gaze and the wise natural world invite us to listen soundlessly to what cannot be heard. The illustrations with paper cutouts and candy lighting create a symbolic adventure between dream and reality.An evocative wordless picture book, where playing is guaranteed and endless narrations are possible.Mejor libro ilustrado en los premios Moonbeam 2023, premiado tambien por la Fundación Cuatro Gatos, Independent Publisher's Awards y Latino Books Awards en 2023. Un viaje en silencio por diferentes paisajes del mundo natural donde todo es posible. Abre este libro y déjate inspirar por narraciones interminables y aventuras inspiradoras.El silencio me visita a la orilla del río. Luego se esconde. ¿Y si estuviera en las ondas del agua fresca? ¿O en las altas montañas? ¿O en el interior de los árboles? ¿Y si pudiera ir a buscarlo?Un río, la mirada de una niña y el mundo natural sabio en silencios nos invitan a escuchar lo que no se oye. Las ilustraciones con recortes de papel y luz de caramelo, crean una sugerente aventura entre el sueño y la realidad. Un evocador álbum sin palabras, donde el juego y un sinfín de narraciones son posibles.

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Book SynopsisA brand new, never-before-seen rhyming romp of a picture book from the legendary Dr. Seuss – special Collector’s edition.Trade ReviewPraise for Dr. Seuss: “[Dr. Seuss] has…instilled a lifelong love of books, learning and reading [in children]” The Telegraph “Dr. Seuss ignites a child’s imagination with his mischievous characters and zany verses” The Express “The magic of Dr. Seuss, with his hilarious rhymes, belongs on the family bookshelf” Sunday Times Magazine “The author… has filled many a childhood with unforgettable characters, stunning illustrations, and of course, glorious rhyme” The Guardian

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Book SynopsisWhen the Cat in the Hat once more steps into the lives of Sally and her brother he’s soon up to his old tricks, in this mayhem-filled sequel to the original classic adventure.Trade ReviewPraise for Dr. Seuss: “[Dr. Seuss] has…instilled a lifelong love of books, learning and reading [in children]” The Telegraph “Dr. Seuss ignites a child’s imagination with his mischievous characters and zany verses” The Express “The magic of Dr. Seuss, with his hilarious rhymes, belongs on the family bookshelf” Sunday Times Magazine “The author… has filled many a childhood with unforgettable characters, stunning illustrations, and of course, glorious rhyme” The Guardian

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Book SynopsisFrom Aunt Annie’s alligator to the colourful Zizzer-Zazzer-Zuzz, Dr. Seuss’s delightful book introduces early learners to the letters of the alphabet through an amazing array of crazy creatures.Trade ReviewPraise for Dr. Seuss: “[Dr. Seuss] has…instilled a lifelong love of books, learning and reading [in children]” The Telegraph “Dr. Seuss ignites a child’s imagination with his mischievous characters and zany verses” The Express “The magic of Dr. Seuss, with his hilarious rhymes, belongs on the family bookshelf” Sunday Times Magazine “The author… has filled many a childhood with unforgettable characters, stunning illustrations, and of course, glorious rhyme” The Guardian

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Book SynopsisPapa Bear, Mama Bear, and Baby Bear weren''t expecting any company when they went for a walk on Christmas Eve, but that''s exactly what they got! Debut author Maria Modugno teams up with award-winning artists Jane and Brooke Dyer to deliver a festive twist on Goldilocks and the Three Bears, with Santa Claus stepping in as the cheerful intruder.Leaving their pudding to cool on the kitchen table, the unsuspecting bears head outdoors for a crisp evening walk. But when they return, they are shocked at what they find! Their pudding . . . eaten! Their chairs . . . broken! Their cozy beds . . . slept in! And it looks like the culprit is still there! Fast asleep in Baby Bear''s bed is someone awfully familiar. A fluffy white beard, a red jacket covered in soot, and two black boots sticking out from under the covers. Could it really be . . . ?With sparkling prose and splendid watercolor paintings, this delicious holiday treat glows with warmth and humor that will delight readers page after page.

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Book SynopsisEven a snow day is fancy when Nancy is around!Ooh la la! And Nancy, JoJo, Bree, and Freddy are tres excited to go outside and play. From making snow angels to building snowmen to catching snowflakes . . . Celebrate Nancy's winter wonderland with this new fancy story, complete with a fabulous set of stickers!

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Book SynopsisA wonderful picture book from the creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar.Do you want to be my friend? asks a little mouse of a horse, a peacock, an alligator and others in this classic and charming story. Only when he meets another little mouse, is the answer unequivocally, Yes!Each page of this ingenious, all but wordless picture book affords surprise, suspense, and repeated pleasure for the viewer. BooklistOther titles by Eric Carle:The Very Hungry CaterpillarFriendsThe Very Busy SpiderBrown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?From Head to ToeMister Seahorse

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Book SynopsisStephen Hogtun is an author/illustrator who lives on the west coast of sunny Norway in an old house overlooking a fjord. His picture books cover serious topics in a very gentle, child-friendly way and feature visually stunning illustrations.Trade Review'This is, by far and away, the most beautiful book I've ever read' -- Jacqueline Johnson (@JJohnsonbooks) * Instagram *'This is the best illustrated children's book I have ever read' -- Kara Benoit * www.goodreads.com *'This book...this is THE book... this book has found me.The most beautiful book I have ever read' -- @katievee2 * Instagram *'It's beauty made me cry! This book is the most vividly beautiful prose poem I've ever read. Truly breathtaking' -- H. Berryman * www.goodreads.com *'Absolutely stunning. The most moving, powerful, thought provoking picture book I have ever read' -- Candyfloss * www.goodreads.com *'I very seldom write a review, but this book...It is the most beautiful and stunning story of kindness, love and redemption told in the most charming way with outstanding illustrations' -- Lejane Kurt-Hardy * www.goodreads.com *'Well this really is a beauty...a heartwarming and truly lovely story of hope and how that can bring colour back into peoples lives' -- Simon Smith (@smithsmm) * Twitter *'I'm a massive fan of picture books and I've got to say The Station Cat is one of the most powerful I've read. By the end of the story, as the train returns to the station I had tears in my eyes and I was surprised as I hadn't realised how much this story had affected me' -- Tom Griffiths * Check ‘em out Books Blog *'I cried from the first page to the last, yet it had such a soothing effect also. It is full of hope and kindness and love. I will read and re-read this time and time again' -- Kurde * Waterstones Horsham Bookseller Review *'This is a truly exquisite book.' -- Waterstones Bracknell * Bookseller review *'The perfect book to bring the beauty and hope of a well-written story into your classroom. Full of beautifully written similes and metaphors, Hogtun's writing takes the reader through a delightful journey' -- Tami Parker * www.obsessedwithlearning.com *

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Book SynopsisCelebrate Valentine's Day in a special way with this bright, joyful board book.The day is almost here! It's only 'one more goodnight' until Valentine's Day. As a child goes to sleep, they can't wait for all the fun that comes with celebrating their favorite holiday with their loved ones. They know the next day will be filled with the best Valentine's decorations, treats, and gifts! Experience familial traditions in this sweet holiday primer.

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Book SynopsisBestselling and beloved creator Todd Parr brings his trademark wit and wisdom to this celebration of all different kinds of brothers, perfect for children expecting new siblings!Some brothers are big. Some brothers are little.Some brothers are quiet. Some brothers are a little wild.All brothers are a special part of your family! Following up on his family classics The Mommy Book, The Daddy Book, The Grandma Book, and The Grandpa Book, Todd Parr turns to siblings! With his trademark childlike art, Todd celebrates all different kinds of brothers. Whether they are older or younger, enjoy playing sports or dancing, or prefer to hang out together or need time to themselves, brothers are always a special part of your family. This sibling celebration is perfect for brothers of all ages, and for older boys and girls who are expecting a new little one.

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Book SynopsisGet ready for the first day of school in this fourth book in the popular series featuring photographs of wild squirrels! Mr. Peanuts'' teacher friend Rosie needs help preparing for the first day of school! The two squirrels go shopping for school supplies, set up the library and music corners, bring all the sports equipment out to the blacktop, and decorate the classroom. Mr. Peanuts even practices driving the school bus! But it''s not easy to be a teacher getting ready for a whole classroom of new faces. Will Mr. Peanuts and Rosie be able to pull together the room before the end of summer? Nancy Rose brings this back-to-school story to life with her adorable photographs of real wild squirrels in handcrafted, homemade miniature settings.

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Book SynopsisMeet ten colorful, lovable (and sometimes a little slobbery) canine friends in this irresistible early concept book by New York Times bestselling author Todd Parr.  With his colorful illustrations, playful humor, and inclusive storytelling, beloved author Todd Parr has long been a favorite among young readers and caregivers. His books promote an essential message of love and acceptance that is inspiring, empowering, and accessible.One silly doggy kiss on the head. Two cuddly doggy kisses when in bed. From one doggy kiss all the way up to ten, each page stars playful pooches showing love the best way they know how. Filled with Todd Parr's signature bold and kid-friendly illustrations, here's a book that will make readers laugh out loud as they learn to count—now in a classic board book format with rounded corners!

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Book SynopsisLittle Pilot is a small adventurer who likes to dream, and he zooms in just in time to help George, who is down in the dumps. Endless fun with Hula Hula the Hippo, Picasso the Lion and all of Little Pilot's amazing friends!

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Book SynopsisSince it is raining and no one can go outside to play, Rudolf Von Flugel saves the day by taking Huckle, Sally, and Lowly on a tour of the airport. Original.

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Book SynopsisBarack Obama delivers a tender, beautiful letter to his daughters in this powerful picture book illustrated by award-winner Loren Long that's made to be treasured! In this poignant letter to his daughters, Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the ideals that have shaped our nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and within all of America’s children.   Breathtaking, evocative illustrations by award-winning artist Loren Long at once capture the personalities and achievements of these great Americans and the innocence and promise of childhood.   This beautiful book celebrates the characteristics that unite all Americans, from our nation’s founders to generations to come. It is about the potential within each of us to pursue our

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Book SynopsisThis simple but informative book brings the fascinating world of dinosaurs to life for preschoolers. They’ll enjoy poring over the bold, graphic illustrations as they learn all about the latest dinosaur discoveries, including research that shows that many dinosaurs were feathered and that birds are close relatives of dinosaurs. Lively, up-to-date, and colorful, this is a perfect first book about dinosaurs!

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Book SynopsisFrom beloved Caldecott winning picture book creator Leo Lionni, this charming tale of sticking together and imagination shows how powerful friendship can be.Two best friends, a minnow and a tadpole, are practically inseparable until the tadpole grows legs and decides to explore the world beyond the pond. When the tadpole, now a frog, returns to tell his friend of the extraordinary things he’s seen, the minnow, now a fish, tries to follow in his footsteps, but quickly finds that land is not what he expected. Friendship truly saves the day in this imaginative tale of a fish out of water.

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Book SynopsisA classic fable about the search for identity, from Caldecott Honor winning picture book creator Leo Lionni.Pezzettino lives in a world in which everyone is big and does daring and wonderful things. But he is small, just a “little piece,” which is the meaning of pezzettino in Italian. “I must be a piece of somebody. I must belong to someone else,” he thinks. How Pezzettino learns that he belongs to no one but himself is the joyous and satisfying conclusion to this beautiful mosaic style picture book.

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Book SynopsisAward winning illustrator brings a tale of standing up for friends.

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Book SynopsisThe fifth adventure in the enormously popular Dory Fantasmagory series takes on the tried-and-true theme of childhood friendships, and turns it on its head, Dory-style.When her big sister Violet has friend trouble at school, Dory tries to come to her rescue. But Dory's active imagination takes over, and she is sure that Violet's lost treasure (a friendship bracelet) has something to do with pirates. In search of the treasure, Dory meets up with a real pirate crew and finds that a pirate's life is harder than she thought. At sea, Dory longs for her imaginary friend Mary. But Mary has gone off with an exciting new friend of her own and Dory is crushed with jealousy. Just when things can't get any worse, Dory's old enemy, Mrs. Gobble Gracker shows up and Dory's ocean adventure takes a surprising turn. There's a ton of treasure in Dory's fifth adventure as Dory mixes in pirates, pals (real and make-believe), and her own imagination into one wild and wet free-for-a

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Book SynopsisBear never asks for anything. So when a letter arrives for the little chipmunk Izzy, urgently requesting her presence, she can’t refuse - even if there is a blizzard on the way! This heartwarming tale of friendship from bestselling author Brian Lies will melt even the chilliest of hearts.

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