Children’s picture books

Book SynopsisChug along with a farmer and his tractor on this multi-season animal adventure! A busy farmer picks up fifteen animals along his route, but when his trailer hits a stone, chaos ensues. This colorful book combines simple counting instruction with humor, repetition and rhythm to encourage learning fun. Includes educational endnotes on the different machines farmers use and the crops they grow! A QR code on the book provides access to video animation and audio.

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Book SynopsisThis rhythmic I-spy journey to school through various landscapes is the perfect introduction to colours, modes of transport, and of course, music! The jaunty text, Siobhan Bell's colourful hand-stitched illustrations and the accompanying music by popular singer Fred Penner are sure to get children singing along happily. The I-Spy theme encourages reader/listener interaction, while the cumulative, repetitive text helps build sequencing skills. Ideal for read-aloud and music and movement activities. A QR code on the book provides access to video animation and audio.Trade Review"A perfect introduction to teaching modes of transportation" — Growing Minds

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Book SynopsisA new puppy, Caspar, has arrived in Cleo’s home, and Cleo is not happy about it. Toddlers will relate to Cleo’s initial refusal to share space and attention, as well as her eventual realization that there’s enough love for everyone.

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Book SynopsisMotivated by new undies and Daddy’s support, a relatable toddler adorably navigates the excitement and challenges of learning to use the potty. Age-appropriate language and engaging illustrations make this simple and sweet story a perfect potty training support for little ones.Trade Review“A diverse cast of children and adults is shown, and the bright colors and dark, often bold text is eye-catching. A great addition to bilingual board book collections” – School Library Journal “This book is all about that important step where you graduate from diapers to underwear. It makes the whole process sound VERY cool to a young child. I think we owe this book a thank you already” – Betsy Bird, Fuse8 blog

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Book SynopsisLyrical, rhyming text and playful, hand-painted illustrations invite young readers to share in the mystery of the whistling wind. Includes educational STEM endmatter about wind and how it helps humans and the earth.

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Book SynopsisExplore harvest festivals from around the globe! Lyrical, rhyming text and lush, detailed artwork from Italian artist Martina Peluso immerse young readers in some of the most ancient traditions in the world. Nine pages of rich, educational endnotes dive deep with more information about the 12 cultures explored in the book and invite young readers to ask questions about food and the labor that produces it.Trade Review“An enticing look at harvest rituals, foods, and festivities” – Kirkus Reviews“The combination of harvest celebrations that occur in different countries at different times of the year makes this book distinctive and worth purchasing” – School Library Journal“A look at rituals practiced and food served during harvest holidays globally” – Publishers Weekly“A useful multicultural addition to classroom units on harvests and Thanksgiving” – Booklist“A series of eye-pleasing, digitally rendered double-page spreads depicts twelve different holiday traditions around the world” – The Horn Book Magazine

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Book SynopsisAn irresistible board book about love at first sightand how babies can teach us everything we need to know about loving themand even ourselves.Celebrate the greatest love story of all timethe one you share with your baby!Drawing clever parallels to the very best romance storylines, Baby's First Love Story is a charming, vibrant, and endearingly tender celebration of the bond between baby and parent/caregiver. From the moment they arrive in this world and into your arms, they bring out our most loving, healthy selves.From that unforgettable first meet-cute, to discovering that irresistible bond, and even your first fight (because treats!), stylish and inclusive illustrations celebrate every aspect of this undeniably pure love storyfrom start until happily ever after.

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Book SynopsisIn this powerful parable that explores the impact of paying it forward, a young girl named Mai inspires a chain of events that brings good things back to her.

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Book SynopsisCan you help Lemon find the party? Fans of Sabine Timm @virgin_honey are jumping for joy! The Instagram darling from Germany has teamed up with beloved American author Jamie Michalak to create a picture book perfect for all ages, but especially kids from 4 to 8. So...Come On In! 168K Instagram followers can't be wrong! Come on in to Lemon's world and meet a rainbow-tastical collection of friends: cats wearing boots, fruits dressed in suits, dogs made of bread, and pigeons named Fred. You can help Lemon find the party! With eye-popping art from beloved creator, Sabine Timm and bouncy rhyming text from Jamie Michalak, Come On In offers up a fresh take on the theme of inclusivity, and will have crafty kids and DIYers smiling, pointing, and thinking: I bet I can make those, too!Trade ReviewOne of The Best Picture Books of 2022. — Read Brightly"A bright confection of diorama and rhyme...inspiringly playful and so full of childlike joy." — Rowboat Watkins, New York Times "From the peanut mouse to the family of combs--Sabine Timm’s endearing creations from odds and ends inspire readers to throw a fruit fashion show in a pantry, host a party in a junk drawer, and make new friends with their toast.” — Sophie Blackall“A bouncy, rhyme-y readaloud….. Extra bonus points for the die-cut cover that invites readers to come in the book.” — Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production, School Library Journal "Sabine Timm’s illustrations burst with childlike imagination and endearing personality. Each page is a showstopper that kids and adults will want to explore together to soak up all the details…..Full of humor, whimsy, imagination, and the joys of inclusive friendship. Come On In: There’s a Party in this Book! will quickly become a family favorite to read again and again. The book would make a terrific gift and one you’ll want in your home, school, or public library collection.” — Celebrate Picture Books"Ingenious, wildly engaging....will inspire youngsters to stage their own stories with found materials. It takes playing with your food to a whole new level!" — Washington Parent "Adorable ….. A fun one to read as a lapsit or to small groups of pre-k and older children. The artwork in this book is whimsical and delightful and the cats in boots bit made me literally guffaw out loud. CUTE!” — Lisa Boyd, Canton Public Library "It's like "I Spy" on steroids. Children (and adults) could spend hours enjoying the layouts of miniatures and the clever depictions of everyday things using any and every little "thing" available around the house." — Sherry Phillipus, School Librarian, San Antonio, TX

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Book SynopsisA "How to Draw" lesson spins hilariously out of control when Cat just won't stay happy! This relatable madcap read-aloud is immense fun, and perfect for fans of Dragons Love Tacos. Drawing a happy cat seems like such an easy thing to do. Just follow the instructions in this book! Wait a minute . . . why doesn't Cat look happy? We gave her a stuffy and a cool t-shirt! Uh-oh! Turns out drawing a happy cat is harder than it looks. Now it's the reader's job to find out why Cat isn't staying happy AND draw everything she wants! (That might include skateboards, friends, and yes--even a pizza-flinging catapult.) This clever, often tender, laugh-out-loud picture book breaks the fourth wall in charming ways; will have kids asking for repeat reads; and will definitely have parents nodding knowingly at the escalating cycle of demands. Can you draw a happy cat?Trade Review“What you’d get if you combined Ed Emberley with If You Give A Mouse A Cookie….. The cat...is adorable, and I find the idea of a How To Draw book that’s ideal for reading aloud to be a very fascinating notion. Keep this one on your radar.” - Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production, School Library Journal“Fun, exuberant …. A satisfying mission to find happiness and fun; mission accomplished.” - Kirkus ReviewsA BEST BOOK OF 2022: "This book begs to be read aloud as the narrator involves the listener and this will surely bring chuckles throughout." - Meridian magazine"This book blends beginner “how to draw” instruction with a manic mash-up of Dav Pilkey’s “How 2 Draw” Dog Man ­segments and Laura Numeroff’s “If You Give a” series....has all the makings of a story hour project that will have kids cracking up and chaos ensuing. Give it a try." - Chance Lee Joyner, School Library Journal "Love the narrator engaging the reader to try to help cheer up the cat! So fun to read aloud!" - Reading Power Gear "This imaginative, creative, read-out-loud picture book is hilarious. Kids will love the fun vibe and parents will know the book is a winner after it is requested to be read again and again. The illustrations are fantastic and there are ample opportunities for interaction as kids are instructed how to draw different objects that may make an unhappy kitty contented. The author leaves a pathway for a sequel at the end of the book with the statement: "But now Chicken is sad." Bring it on...kid's will love to hear more I'm sure!” — Marilyn Panton, Storywraps "If you're looking for a fun drawing book, this is it!…. absolutely perfect for K-2 and would be so much fun to use as part of a drawing lesson…..will surely appeal to kids of all ages.” — Barbara Leyne, Grade Onederful "What a silly, fun and educational book. I simply adore how the author and illustrator built in simple drawing lessons into a story about friends, fun and of a course a pizza catapult!! This book is sure to keep kids from about 4 - 10 ( likely moms & dads too!!) busy for hours. And do I smell a sequel? How to Draw a Happy Chicken? YES please!!” — Kelly Baquerizo, reviewer

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Book SynopsisTiny Spoon Vs Little Folk is all about taking silly seriously! A fall-off-your-high-chair funny picture book starring a spoon, a fork, and the baby they both want to feed, perfect for fans of The Bad Seed. “Time to feed the baby!” yells clock. Tiny Spoon is ready for the job! But who’s this pointy guy? “I’m Little Fork. I feed the baby, too!” Wait. What? This isn’t going to get ugly, is it? (Nah!) Who’s known baby longer? (Spoon) Who’s good at stabbing and poking? (Fork) Who comes from the best family? (Both families are rather impressive.) Who does baby like better? (Neither. Turns out Baby likes throwing both utensils across the kitchen, and that’s exactly what baby does.) Now it's going to take cooperation—not competition—to make their way back to baby. And when they do get back, they'll still have to feed the baby. Anyone who has ever tried to feed a baby knows it ain't easy—but does it have to be this hard? Beautifully illustrated and fun for parent and childTrade Review“Will have your kiddos laughing hysterically." — We Are Teachers, Best Books for Kindergarten“Must-read….Will get big belly laughs….genuinely hilarious and so much fun to read aloud.” — Book RiotA BEST BOOK OF 2022. - Meridian magazine“A fun story presented in comic book style with bright, vivid picture panels and speech bubbles. I love the personalities of the utensils." — Reading Power Gear"Cutlery vies for a baby’s love in one of the sillier offerings of the list (and I mean that as a compliment).” — Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production, School Library Journal "The illustrations are fantastic, full of detail, humour and fun… the storyline is entertaining….can be used to discuss differences, acceptance, friendship, babies and table etiquette. I love it and highly recommend it.” — Marilyn Panton, Storywraps "This was such a cute story that could be used in many different ways. The story is funny, so children should enjoy reading this story aloud. It can also be used to talk about differences, friendship, babies, and even table manners. I loved it!” —Michelle Donaldson, educator "Young readers will love the detailed and entertaining illustrations and the simple but inviting fonts and speech bubbles. The storyline is simple and fairly easy to follow, while still being very entertaining and appealing to young readers. As a grade 3 teacher I could definitely see this book in my classroom library and would recommend it to parents and teachers of children in the age 4-9 range.” — Angie Kuhnle, educator

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Book SynopsisBoisterous and buzzing, A Bear, a Bee, and a Honey Tree is destined to be an instant classic...with delightfully funny illustrations and clever, fun-to-read text, from the acclaimed author of One Day in the Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus Tree. When a hungry, fuzzy brown bear and a hive of angry bees come face to face, everybody's abuzz! Award-winning author Daniel Bernstrom and critically acclaimed illustrator Brandon James Scott have created a rowdy, rhythmic read-aloud that's also perfect for beginning readers. This epic chase story features Bernstrom's signature alliterative wordplay and verbal pizzazz, along with Scott's expressive characters that jump off the pages. A Bear, a Bee, and a Honey Tree has the kind of high-energy, uninhibited playfulness that makes kids want to run, chase, find out something about bear and bee behaviour—and learn to read!Trade Review101 Great Books for Kids List, Evanston Public Library (IL)“A rollicking, hilarious picture book. With its rhyming, easy-to-read text and vibrant illustrations, this rib-tickling story is perfect for reading aloud to a group or for beginning readers to tackle on their own." — Read Brightly“Outstanding….sure to become [a] favorite at your house….a delightful read-together with emerging readers.” — Christian Science Monitor“Delightful….if you read only ONE bear-related picture book this year, let it be this one…..The ultimate read aloud to large groups as well as one on one lapsits." — Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production, School Library Journal“My own personal favorite….This’ll knock your socks off.” — Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production, School Library Journal "★★★★★ One of those books destined to become a classic, one that kids will ask to be read over and over again, a great choice for storytimes…. just so much fun." — Youth Services Book Review“Essential. Scott’s illustrations are luminous! Gorgeous. Glowing....the words and pictures are a cohesive whole that will delight every reader. A master text for picture book writers – it’d be great to share with any creative writing class." — Kiss the Book Jr. "Daniel Bernstrom's complete joy in the English language is married to an equally complete understanding of what makes children laugh. This sticky, fuzzy, action-packed tongue-twister will delight readers as young as 8 months old, while inspiring seven year-olds to write poetry, since he’s made it look so fun. I have been reading Bernstrom’s work with delight for a good while. Expect this one to become a beloved classic." — Emily Jenkins, author of A Greyhound, a Groundhog and Harry Versus the First One Hundred Days of School“An exhilarating romp….A Bear, A Bee, and a Honey Tree will be all the buzz for home story times both for adults – who will have a rollicking good time reading aloud – and kids – who will want to hear it again and again. The book will be a hit for classroom reading and would make a terrific addition to public library preschool programs. A Bear, A Bee, and a Honey Tree is a must for any children’s book collection." — Celebrate Children's Books “A snappy, fast-moving readaloud for youngest readers, with ample visual punch lines to boot." — Publishers Weekly "Memorable language and enjoyable, colorful, interesting illustrations make this a standout title to share with young readers. After reading it once, I had to read it again. A winner!” — Myra Zarnowski, educator, Queens College, NY "Sure to be a read-aloud hit.” — Libby Bergstrom, Global Reach Libraries, Highland Ranch, CO "The bear and the bees are adorable, just adorable. What a wonderful story to read to your child.” — Roxanne, Arts & Letters Books “Humorous… readers see characters through a few well chosen words… don’t miss the character expressions on each page.” — Pamela Gombert, Educator, Bowen Elementary""A rowdy, rhythmic read aloud featuring a hungry, fuzzy brown bear and a hive of angry bees. Read along as they come face-to-face in an epic showdown!” — @maistorybooklibrary“The characters' expressions are a hoot.” — Alisa Edwards, Napa Bookmine

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Book SynopsisFiona In the Sandbox Fiona digs, builds, and pretends in her favourite spot--the sandbox--in these second of four irresistible full-length miniature picture books, where the littlest readers are introduced to new friends and the charming world of the Hippo Park playground. This second book in the Hippo Park Friends series—introduces Fiona the Hippo in her beloved sandbox. Fiona is a builder and a digger and has a big imagination. She's digging for dinosaurs when she hits an imaginary bone and poof--she and her brother Herbert and face to face with a Dino. So naturally, they bake cakes and pies and enjoy! The Hippo Park Pals mini picture books are all set in the playground, where the animals play, imagine, and have lots of fun and feelings--just like pre-schoolers do.Trade Review"Little ones will have no trouble connecting with the emotionally satisfying outcome of this seamlessly simple storyline with its underlying tones of friendship and sibling companionship….Relatable toddler fare that brings to life an activity beloved by many children." -- Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisHerbert loves the slide, and in this first of four irresistible miniature full-length picture books, the littlest readers are introduced to new friends and the charming world of the Hippo Park playground. Herbert loves the slide! Climbing up the ladder, sitting himself down, sending Teddy down first—it's all the best part. Herbert imagines sliding down into a magical underwater world and being chased up a mountain by a bear—pre-schoolers will love Herbert's adventures playing on the slide, and thrill to this first visit to Hippo Park. All four Hippo Park Pals mini picture books are set in the playground, where the animals play, imagine, and have lots of feelings—just like pre-schoolers do.Trade ReviewA 2023 Charlotte Zolotow / Cooperative Children's Book Center Highly Commended Title“Snuggle-up story time reading at its best….Cute as a button and perfectly reflecting the excitement and imagination of children’s free play, Herbert on the Slide is a must for any baby’s or preschooler’s home bookshelf as well as for school and public library collections…..would also make a much-loved gift for baby showers, new siblings, birthdays, and the holidays." — Celebrate Picture Books"With a simple, reiterative arc, the story celebrates a setting, and an object, that plays an important developmental role in many childhoods, affirming imagination, competency, and courage." — Publishers Weekly"A sweet, imaginative story. Enjoyed the test run with teddy and truck and whoosh, clanks (nephew likes sensory stimulation when he went down on his own) and incorporating simple countdown (math 3, 2,1!)” — Cathy Lin, County of Los Angeles Public Library “Sounds like just a great day at the park and even I want to go have on the slide right now. ... a cute book that little ones should enjoying listening to and looking at the magical illustrations." —Michelle Donaldson, educator"The "Hippo Park Pals" mini picture books are sure to delight preschoolers." — Marilyn Panton, Storywraps

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Book SynopsisIn the third miniature picture book in the Hippo Park Pals series, perfect for little hands—Fiona needs help getting onto her swing, and brother Herbert helps out, like big brothers do.The fourth book in the adorable Hippo Park Pals series, real picture books--perfect for little hands!In the third Hippo Park Pals miniature book, Fiona is first to the swing set, but her swing is too high to reach! “Help me, please, Herbert,” she asks her brother. With his help, Fiona gets comfy in her swing, gets a big push–and up she goes! “Kick and tuck,” Herbert encourages! And she’s off! Herbert joins, too, and the siblings soar up to the sky (and over a beautiful rainbow) in their imaginations! Rilla Alexander’s hippo siblings, Fiona and Herbert, are adorable and kind! Her bold. bright colors and the social emotional messages in these precious books meet kids exactly where they are.

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Book SynopsisFeeling antsy? Then let yourself be captivated by these tiny, fascinating creatures that you can find in any backyard near you! They hear with their legs and smell with their antennae—some even explode! In this spectacular addition to his best-selling Giggle and Learn series, Kevin McCloskey points his magnifying glass for a close-up look at an anthill, shrinking young readers down, down, down into the underground colonies that ants call home. With his trademark humour and curiosity, he is sure to keep every emerging reader spellbound.Trade ReviewPraise for Ants Don't Wear Pants!A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection"Plenty of lively and intriguing information, with high visual appeal...An excellent choice for younger readers who like animal facts peppered with humor." —School Library Journal"Ants are always moving, as this comic's insect inhabitants collectively proclaim, and McCloskey's fast-paced narrative stays true to this assertion." —Kirkus Reviews"Kevin McCloskey continues his trademark humor while imparting plenty of facts to keep emerging readers interested. Insect-loving kids won't want to pass this volume up." —SLJ Good Comics for Kids"The acrylic and gouache illustrations... give the children—and theants—plenty of personality." —Horn Book Magazine"Fact-filled and just plain fun, this should appeal to both insect fans and general graphic novel readers, as well as fans of the classic Magic School Bus series." —BooklistPraise for the Giggle and Learn series by Kevin McCloskey"McCloskey’s series continues to deliver an offbeat blend of science, humor, and a dynamic interplay between words and pictures." —Publishers Weekly"Can learning be fun? Of course! If you're in doubt, check out McCloskey's latest nonfiction title for early readers in Toon Books' Giggle and Learn series." —Mile High Books"With easily digestible doses of biological and historical background, common-sense cautionary notes, and a buoyant tone, this is an appealing dive for newly independent readers out to enhance the household menagerie."—Kirkus Reviews"Funny and informative, this attractive work of graphic nonfiction offers emerging comics readers an intriguing look at a commonly dismissed and ignored animal." —School Library Journal"By focusing on the questions kids ask and the way they ask them, the book moves along quickly and provides accurate, intriguing information without getting bogged down in too much detail...An excellent easy reader for graphic-novel fans." —Booklist"Kevin McCloskey once again creates an engaging work of nonfiction that will have kids screaming, 'Gross!' and, like the series title says, 'Giggle and Learn.' " —Good Comics for Kids

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Book SynopsisGood Night, Planet: TOON Level 2 (TOON into Reading) What happens while you're sleeping?... Your toys go out to play! After a long day of jumping in leaves and reading her favourite books, this little girl is worn out, but her favourite stuffed animal, Planet, is just getting started. Planet befriends a dog, gobbles a cookie, and takes a leap into the unknown. This tender, gorgeous tale by the internationally renowned cartoonist Liniers will reveal to early readers the wonders that exist at night, in secret, after they close their eyes.Trade ReviewEisner Award WINNER!: Best Publication for Early Readers New York Times Best Bedtime Stories of 2019 Association for Library Service to Children Graphic Novels Reading List 2019 (Grades K-2) New York Times Notable Children’s Books of 2017 Bank Street College of Education's Best Children's Books of 2018ALSC's Notable Children's Books 2018​Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2017Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best List 2017​​Booklist Top Ten Graphic Novels for Youth 2018A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection2018 Tejas Star Reading ListTHREE STARRED REVIEWS!​★★★ "A beautiful, original work for one-on-one or independent reading, and an excellent bedtime tale."—School Library Journal STARRED REVIEW★★★ "There are plenty of stories about what toys get up to at night, but this quiet, masterfully executed comic is particularly enchanting."—Booklist STARRED REVIEW★★★ "Liniers continues his run of clever comics for kids, with a fun adventure and panels full of easy-to-follow action. Delightful."—Kirkus Reviews STARRED REVIEW"A fast-moving, richly imagined story that loses nothing in repeated readings. A fable about a stuffed animal that comes to life risks being a tedious cliché, but in Liniers' skillful hands, Good Night, Planet is anything but."—New York Times"The panel sequences are alternately poignant and funny, and there’s quiet wisdom, too."—Publishers Weekly"Cartoonist Liniers provides exceptional and gorgeous color drawings throughout in a story that is appealing both visually and conceptually."—The Midwest Book Review Children's Bookwatch - The Fantasy Shelf"Liniers’ thin, sketchy ink lines are complemented by a beautiful watercolor palette that adds depth and mass to his forms, in addition to his masterful use of crosshatching (especially during nighttime scenes).​"—Horn Book Magazine"A beautifully illustrated take on the classic idea of a child’s beloved stuffed animal coming alive at night."—Comics Worth Reading"So which is your child's favourite doll? The one that he/she takes along to bed and wakes up to see its face? The little girl in this story does the same, but just that the stuffed animal here comes to life at night. With great illustrations and a simple narrative, this book teaches kids all about teamwork and friendship in a delightful manner."—Kids Stop Press Book Club"A gentle and imaginative tale."—Puget Sound Council for Reviewing Children's and Young Adult Literature

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Book SynopsisFollow Milly Cow as she grazes on grass, guzzles water, and gives fresh milk to drink in this stylish and fact-filled picture book, part of the new “Follow My Food” series that looks at the ways different foods are made.How is milk produced? And how does it get from the farm to the kitchen table? This simple story provides young readers a glimpse into a day in the life of a dairy cow. From pasture to milking parlor to store, this engaging story will help kids understand where their food comes from, and it’s ideal for teaching them about sustainability and the environment. Featuring attractive collage-style art and rich vocabulary, the book also includes information on different breeds of cows, fun facts, and an easy recipe using milk.Trade Review"These titles in Kane's 'Follow My Food' series are great resources for the very young on the subject of where food comes from...Lovely artwork, cut paper with digital media that looks like color block printing, shows clear images in broad panes of bright color...I feel that these titles give the perfect amount of information, with appealing images, to help young children understand that all of their food comes from somewhere!" —Youth Services Book Review

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Book SynopsisFollow Polly Bee as she flies to flowers, finds pollen and nectar, and helps make sticky honey in this stylish and fact-filled picture book, part of the new “Follow My Food” series that looks at the ways different foods are made.How is honey produced? And how does it get from the farm to the kitchen table? This simple story provides young readers a glimpse into a day in the life of a worker bee. From flower to hive to table, this engaging story will help kids understand where their food comes from, and it’s ideal for teaching them about sustainability and the environment. Featuring attractive collage-style art and rich vocabulary, the book also includes information on beekeeping, fun facts about bees, and a simple recipe.Trade Review"These titles in Kane's 'Follow My Food' series are great resources for the very young on the subject of where food comes from...Lovely artwork, cut paper with digital media that looks like color block printing, shows clear images in broad panes of bright color...I feel that these titles give the perfect amount of information, with appealing images, to help young children understand that all of their food comes from somewhere!" —Youth Services Book Review

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Book SynopsisMeet Charles S. Parker, an unsung yet trailblazing Black scientist who made major contributions to the fields of botany (the study of plants) and mycology (the study of fungi) in this inspiring STEM/STEAM picture book biography from the creators of Buzzing with Questions.In 1882, Black botanist and mycologist Charles S. Parker sprouted up in the lush, green Pacific Northwest. From the beginning, Charles’s passion was plants, and he trudged through forests, climbed mountains, and waded into lakes to find them. When he was drafted to fight in World War I, Charles experienced prejudice against Black soldiers and witnessed the massive ecological devastation that war caused. Those experiences made him even more determined to follow his dreams, whatever the difficulties, and to have a career making things grow, not destroying them.As a botanist and teacher, Charles traveled the United States, searching for new species of plants and fungi. After discovering the source of the disease killing peach and apricot trees, Charles was offered a job at Howard University, the famed historically Black college where he taught the next generation of Black scientists—men and women—to love plants and fungi as much as he did.Trade ReviewA 2024 NSTA-CBC Outstanding Science Trade BookA 2024 NSTA-CBC Best STEM BookA 2024 CCBC Choice "Like Harrington and Taylor’s previous collaboration, Buzzing With Questions (2019), another picture-book biography of a Black scientist, this one is similarly thorough. Along with Parker’s contributions to the field of mycology, Harrington emphasizes his encouragement of young Black scientists...Sure to inspire a passion for all things plant to take root among aspiring scientists." —Kirkus Reviews"Accessible text traces the life of Charles S. Parker... Pleasing illustrations with varied layouts lend to the welcoming tone, while robust back matter with additional facts, a timeline, archival photos, and mini-bios of other notable Black botanists round out this appealing tribute." —Booklist"Clear, engaging prose outlines Parker’s lifelong love of plants, his desire to know 'where, when, why, and how they grew,' and to help others 'learn to love plants, too.'...With an earth-toned palette, Taylor’s digital art spotlights Parker’s collection expeditions, the plants and fungi he studied, and his fieldwork with students." —The Horn Book“Dr. Parker was a pioneering botanist. He explored and collected plants throughout North America, published his work on plant disease, and taught new students of botany at Howard University. He was a professor of many talents, and it is wonderful students will be able to learn about his life and legacy.” —Janelle M. Burke, associate professor of biology, director of the Howard University Herbarium “Rooting for Plants by Janice Harrington is a wonderfully lyrical encapsulation of the life of Black botanist Charles Stewart Parker and a thoughtful introduction to the scientific method for young children.—Sujin B. E. Huggins, professor, School of Information Studies, Dominican University and current member of the Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement committee“In the hands of a poet, science takes on a beauty not always accorded information. This biography of an early Black botanist is not only deeply researched but also lyrically written. With vivid illustrations grounding the text, children as well as their elders will find themselves enriched.”—Betsy Hearne, former director of the Center for Children’s Books, University of Illinois

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Book SynopsisThis delightfully imaginative book catalogs eleven fantastical inventions of magical toys, with detailed descriptions and vivid illustrations that will make kids want to create their own fantastic toys Fantastic Toys is a dream catalog of eleven marvelous inventions, magical toys that would make the world far more interesting, if only they existed. Here are inventions based on fantasy, like winged jumping boots that let you leap so high you startle the birds; inventions to assuage fears, like a glowing teddy bear; inventions to improve upon boring tasks or gloomy weather, like child-size bath-foam animals and animal umbrellas; and even educational inventions, like the treasure-hunt letter maze. Best of all are the inventions just for fun: the skipping machine that should be in every playground and the sheep toboggan (real sheep not included) that takes sledding to a whole new level. In a perfect mimicry of marketing, each toy is advertised with an earnest, compelling description and a detailed hand-drawn illustration of happy children demonstrating the fun that can be had. Fantastic Toysis a book not only for reading but for marveling, inventing, and building. Who knows what other fantastic toys are just waiting to be invented?

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Book SynopsisSophie is finally getting used to having just her Dad around after her mother died. Things are going smoothly--Sophie and her dad are like two peas in a pod. But when Sarah and her dog Billy come along, everything changes. Will there be room for more peas in the pod? Written by Rachel Noble and illustrated by Katie Rewse, this picture book will help any child who has had to adjust to a parent having a new partner.  

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Book SynopsisLali has worked hard to earn money for a special treat?but should she spend her earnings on herself or her friends?Lali works hard to earn some money while her animal friends watch.She stirs. She stokes. She pounds. She pours. Then offshe goes to the market on the twisty-curvy, dusty, stony, prickly, sizzly-wizzly path. What shall she buy with the jingle in her pocket? Lentils for Hen? Berries for Goat? Ribbons for Bird?Or perhaps a lovely pair of flip-flops for her poor tired feet.But when Lali returns home and sees her friends? disappointed faces, sherealizes that while hard work pays off, generosity also has rewards.

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Book SynopsisA silly and ironic twist on ?The Little Dutch Boy,? featuring a charmingly unaware monster who just wants to be kind and make a differenceMerv is a nice monster. He sits outside the village, snacking on plants and blissfully minding his own business. Until…the villagers start complaining about ?that monster.? Merv assumes they must be talking about somebody else and decides to go take care of that nuisance himself! He asks for help from the witches, the troll under the bridge, and even the unicorns. But their assistance comes with strings attached, and poor Merv isn?t ready to meet their demands. Will Merv return to the village a failure, or might he have been helping everyone all along?

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Book SynopsisYoung Drasko is happy working with his father in the Sarajevo market. Then war encroaches. Drasko must run the family flower stand alone.One morning, the bakery is bombed and twenty-two people are killed. The next day, a cellist walks to the bombsite and plays the most heartbreaking music Drasko can imagine. The cellist returns for twenty-two days, one day for each victim of the bombing. Inspired by the musician''s response, Drasko finds a way to help make Sarajevo beautiful again.Inspired by real events of the Bosnian War, award-winning songwriter and storyteller John McCutcheon tells the uplifting story of the power of beauty in the face of violence and suffering. The story comes to life with the included CD in which cellist Vedran Smailovic accompanies McCutcheon and performs the melody that he played in 1992 to honor those who died in the Sarajevo mortar blast.

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Book SynopsisIt''s fun to color outside the lines in this playful celebration of family, creativity, and the color pink!Leo LOVES doodling away with his pink marker! So when Mom and Mama aren?t looking, he finds an opportunity to liven up the dusty, gray scrapyard. A splash of pink would look great on that crunched-up convertible, and that magnet crane...and the family cat. Uh-oh! Leo got carried away. Will his moms be upset?This playful ode to Harold and the Purple Crayon casually explores a LGTBQ+ family and is filled with vibrant illustrations that pop from the page. Pick this one up for any child that loves the color pink!

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Book SynopsisIn this last installment of Jane Yolen''s trio of books about ordinary objects with extraordinary uses, the humble stick is lauded as a sword to tame monsters of dread and an oar for a rowboat in puddle or pond, among other imaginative functions. As with most things, though, it fulfills its truest purpose when combined with others: what can be made with a stick, a box, and a string? Music that goes with everything!

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Book SynopsisShe isn’t a princess—she’s a warrior goddess! You don’t have to be a grown-up to be a hero, and I Am a Warrior Goddess shows how in the empowering tale of a little girl with big aspirations. Through the clever play between illustration and text, young readers learn how each day is full of opportunities to make a positive impact with ordinary actions. As our heroine connects with the earth, takes care of her body, and finds strength in kindness, she discovers her inner warrior goddess and inspires young girls everywhere to do the same.

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Book SynopsisLittle Cat wakes up in a bad mood. He hisses and stomps and pouts. But when he realises he’s making everyone else unhappy too, he learns to calm down and breathe through his anger - so he can be happy and play with his friends again. Featuring the delightful character of Little Cat, this funny and brightly illustrated book is for young children, ages 2–5. It’s a fun way to recognise and talk about emotions while teaching children tools for navigating feelings of anger.

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Book SynopsisLittle Cat finds out he needs to go to the doctor for a checkup . . . and now he’s very worried. But the doctor helps him settle down and feel safe through breathing exercises, body movement, and visualisations. Featuring the delightful character of Little Cat, this funny and brightly illustrated book is for young children, ages 2–5. It’s a fun way to recognise and talk about emotions while teaching children tools for navigating feelings of anxiety.

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Book SynopsisA touching story about the special bond only grandmas and granddaughters share! The perfect Mother's Day gift for children to give to Grandma to say "I love you" and show how much you appreciate her!There are so many marvelous things a girl will experience and become in her life, and Grandma understands it all—because she's been there once one too. This little book of love brings the generations together and celebrates that special bond only grandmas and granddaughters share. Featuring diverse families, beautiful illustrations, and heartfelt rhymes, this inspiring picture book makes an incredible keepsake as a gift to any grandma or grandchild.Of all the most marvelous things in this world There are few that can truly compare To the heartwarming, special, unbreakable bond That a grandma and granddaughter share.Trade Review"The message of unconditional love is clear throughout...This multigenerational snuggle will encourage the sharing of old memories and the creation of new ones." - Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisSay goodnight on the farm with this sweet board book for babies and toddlers!It's barnyard bedtime, and all the farm animals need to go to sleep. But, oh no! The cows are in the pig's pen, the pigs are in the hen house, the hens are in the horse's stall, and no one is where they're supposed to be! Can you find all the animals and get them into their proper beds before the night is through? In this sweet farm book for kids ages 0-3, little ones will be peacefully lulled to sleep right alongside the animals as they finally settle in, get cozy, and say "Night, night." The perfect bedtime story read aloud for your little farmer!Brimming with fun animal sounds and farm animals for toddlers to discover, this gentle and quirky bedtime book makes the perfect stocking stuffer at holidays or gift to surprise your little one at birthdays, baby showers, and beyond!Nighttime floats across the farm.It's time for sleep, of course.But something here is not quite right...Where's the pig and cow and horse?

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Book SynopsisMeet Marie Curie. Famous physicist, chemist, and… superhero?What if superheroes didn't have supernatural powers but instead were humans with amazing brain power? What if superheroes were scientists?Super Evil Nemesis is determined to stop Marie Curie and the spread of knowledge. When he sends one of his craftiest minions on a mission to try all the tricks he knows, Marie Curie must use her brains and will to fight against all the obstacles that come her way. But is it enough?Can she prevent Super Evil Nemesis from taking over the world? Does she have the power to become one of the most influential scientists in history? Only time will tell…This first book in the My Super Science Heroes series uses a fictionalized storytelling approach to teach readers about Curie's amazing achievements, and is sure to empower them to become superheroes themselves!Includes a scientific glossary and detailed information on Marie Curie's scientific accomplishments.Published in partnership with the Marie Curie Alumni Association, a nonprofit dedicated to promote research and curiosity and to enhance research and professional collaboration.Trade ReviewIn addition to being packed with biographical information and detailed illustrations, My Super Science Heroes drives home some of the qualities behind successful scientists. The books show young readers that just because we encounter problems doesn't mean we have to let them get in the way of our goals, or of what we believe is right.

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Book SynopsisBestselling author Marianne Richmond shines a spotlight on grandmas, and the overflowing love they feel for the children in their lives. This baby book is the perfect Mother's Day or Valentines gift for Grandma to show just how much you love her! Books like this become special memories!Whether grandma is near or far, the bond she shares with her grandchild is one to be celebrated and cherished, and this story will create moments of connection to savor. It's just like a warm hug from Grandma—in a book!On the day you were bornI became someone newYour grandma with a grand loveJust waiting for you!And whether we are closeOr many miles apartMy love is still the sameDeep inside my heart!

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Book SynopsisFrom the USA Today bestselling author of Welcome Little One comes an all-new, interactive seek and find series for toddlers and kids!Looky looky at an exciting new approach to early learning and introduce your little one to our great, big, beautiful world! Take a spin around the world in this can-you-find picture book adventure filled with activities that will exercise young brains and challenge children to search for and identify objects, colors, numbers, shapes, sounds, animals, and themes! From a cute seek and find on the farm to finding hidden objects in the ocean, this fun and educational kids book is perfect for inspiring learning and curiosity!Includes over 12 seek-and-find challenges featuring adorable farm animals, baby animals, creatures under the sea, and things that go, PLUS a bonus challenge. This delightful picture book is a wonderful holiday gift or an engaging activity book for kids ages 3-6!Also in the Looky Looky series:Looky Looky Merry Christmas!Looky Looky Happy Halloween!Looky Looky Happy Easter!Looky Looky Little One It''s the HelpersLooky Looky Little One It''s Bedtimeand more!

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Book SynopsisA wonderful gift for Father's Day! Help inspire more quality time together and celebrate your special bond.Welcome to the world of Little Chef, where kids are empowered in the kitchen and the best memories are made with the people they love.Time spent with Dad making something delicious is the most fun!This cookbook, made just for Dad and little chefs, is full of foods they will both love to cook together! Kids will feel proud of what they cook up while strengthening that special familial bond.Along with recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and desserts are tips for creating traditions and finding ways to celebrate the everyday wonderfulness of just being together. This new series from author, food stylist, and recipe Danielle Kartes is sure to please the littlest of chefs through the shared joy of cooking!

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