Early years: time and seasons

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Book SynopsisA young boy has a pumpkin seed. A very small pumpkin seed. A very small but special pumpkin seed. And what will become of this very small but special seed? He''ll only find out if he lets it grow and grow and grow! Because sometimes the smallest things can lead to the biggest adventures! In a world full of immediacy and instant gratification, author Mary Ann Fraser plants the seed of patience in her playful picture book about the life cycle of a giant pumpkin and the rewards of letting it grow.

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Book Synopsis''How many quacks till Christmas?'' the ducklings want to know. ''How many quacks till Christmas?'' and ''Quack, will there be snow?''Puppy is pouncing round the farmyard one evening, when he is assailed by various animals wanting to know how many quacks, moos, baas or neighs there are until Christmas. Luckily, the answer is only one! With lashings of Christmas joy, and much fun to be had with animal noises, this is the perfect funny Christmas gift. By a super-commercial author and illustrator pairing with combined sales of over 230,000 copies in the UK alone.

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Book SynopsisFrom tadpoles to migrating birds, life in the pond changes from season to season. Discover how fish stay warm in the winter. Learn which insects visit the pond in the summer. Real-life photographs follow the seasons and capture the beauty of a year in the pond.

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Book SynopsisHurray! Spring & Summer are here! Time to play and learn! It’s spring! The sun is shining gently, the leaves are growing, a bird is singing, and I’m picking beautiful flowers. After spring, it’s summer! The sun is nice and warm and we’re spending a day at the beach. I play in the sand, collect small shells, and splash in the water.This joyful and uplifting book full will help toddlers ages 12 months and up learn vocabulary items and the world around them. With bright, contrasting colors and short text, this age-appropriate book will bring warmth and smiles to the little ones!Trade Reviewcoming soon

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Book SynopsisIt is spring and Little Red fox is excited to be reunited with his best friend, Hazel, a dormouse who will shortly wake from a long sleep. But over the winter, the fox has made another friend, Brock the badger. Little Red decides revealing the new friendship is not the surprise Hazel will want to wake to, so he delays bringing it up as they resume their games. Bu the fox needs to find a way to introduce the friends while maintaining the special friendship with Hazel he holds so dear. Eventually the dilemma is resolved, but not without a surprise or two along the way. This book continues the friendship story told in the companion titleBefore We Sleep,also by Volpe and Proietti,although it may be read and appreciated completely on its own.

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

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Book SynopsisCheerful rhyme celebrates the varied aspects of snow from a preschooler’s perspective. First snow, surprise snow: Nature’s sparkly magic show For small children, snow is a wonder. It sparkles and glitters. It transforms the outside world. Every kind of snow brings its own magic. It invites snow angels, skating, fort-building, and snowballs. Even blizzard days are exciting, when routines are overturned and everyone bands together to clear the snow away. For the youngest among us, winter is magical. In Snow Days, author Deborah Kerbel captures that magic with nimble couplets that celebrate every kind of winter pleasure. Illustrator Miki Sato’s fascinating textural collage art looks intimately touchable. She recreates the coziness and spectacle of the season in paper, felt, and embroidery silk, creating masterpieces that invite readers to look again and again.Trade ReviewPraise for Snow Days 2020 Elizabeth Mrazik-Cleaver Canadian Picture Book Award Finalist 2020 Northern Lights Book Award: Board Book Category Winner 2021 CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens Selection CBC Books “The best Canadian picture books of 2020” selection Open Book “Beyond the Claus: Winter & Holiday Reading Recommendations That Go Beyond Just Christmas” selection “Kerbel’s couplets include both concrete details and more poetic abstractions. Sato’s deceptively simple illustrations are almost tangible in their layers, showcasing an array of stitches, paper finishes, and fabric surfaces, and depicting an inclusive cast.”—Publishers Weekly “The colorful collage illustrations strongly utilize texture to create depth and visual interest. The materials used to create the outerwear and accessories are especially realistic and invite closer inspection....A playful celebration of wintry weather.”—Kirkus Reviews “Snow Days walks through the magic of winter in charming rhyming couplets. Meticulous paper and fabric cutouts form illustrations that seem to leap off of the page...”—Foreword Reviews “The text is poetic but accessible, and compact without feeling hasty. It affirms the experiences of young winter veterans, while also being instructional for little newcomers...Sato uses paper and fabric collage for the illustrations, creating a striking juxtaposition between the textures of snow (mostly paper) and winter clothes (mostly fabric).”—Quill & Quire “The book, itself, is designed with thick pages, rounded corners and a padded cover, is perfect for little hands. Kerbel’s rhyming text in Snow Days is paired with Sato’s three-dimensional illustrations that were created from a variety of materials and textures and which seem real enough to touch. Young readers will become excited for the first snow of the year with this delightful story. Highly Recommended.”—CM Magazine “Snow Days is a fun picture book that will have young children looking forward to this exciting time.”—Postmedia “Miki Sato’s three-dimensional illustrations, created with cut-paper collage, reflects Deborah Kerbel’s textured text, making us feel the iciness of packed snow and the dampness of mittens, amidst the piles of different snows….[E]njoy Deborah Kerbel and Miki Sato’s exploration in words and art and even consider the handful of experiments for very young children suggested at the end.”—CanLit for LittleCanadians “With Miki Sato’s gorgeous and cheerful multi-textured, paper collage images and Deborah Kerbel’s precise and lively rhythmic couplets, Snow Days is a snuggly, bouncy and softly reflective reading experience–and one that is truly perfect for reading aloud. Additionally, at the book’s end, five simple science experiment involving snow are offered–just right for any potential snow days ahead!”—Fab Book Reviews “This delightful picture book looks at all the different kinds of snow and the things that one can do with it, in it and because of it….Sato’s illustrations, using paper and fabric in collage, add a lovely dimension to the book. The book closes with five fun activities you can undertake with your child to further explore the world and wonder of snow.”—Canadian Bookworm “The illustrations have a stunning depth to them and are layered and detailed papercraft creations…”—Kids Books I Didn’t Hate “The collage art style is absolutely phenomenal. The artist, Miki Sato, is quickly becoming one of my favorite artists...I was so delighted with the polished style of this story. The text flows along naturally, and is a delight to read out loud!”—Luminous Libros “Written in rhyming couplets, the book contains beautiful collages of snowflakes that invite readers to pause and enjoy the season.”—Book Riot

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Book Synopsis A simple introduction to the beauty of forests and the vibrant life within them, from the award-winning author of the acclaimed interactive picture book Tap the Magic Tree .This beautifully illustrated nonfiction children''s picture book begins with a view of the forest at a distance, then zooms in on its fascinating details, including the amazing trees, bright birds, adorable baby animals, and other wonders of nature that inhabit it. The rhythmic text and inviting watercolor illustrations allow curious young readers to observe, explore, and learn what makes forests so special and vitally important. An engaging read-aloud that invites questions and conversation, Forest offers an intriguing introduction to the natural world and encourages little ones to develop a connection with the great outdoors that can last a lifetime. Perfect for any time of year and a beautiful way to celebrate spring, Earth Day, Mother''s Day, or the

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Book SynopsisWith a classic wintery theme and an eye-catching cover, this beautiful collection is perfect for cosy bedtime stories

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Book SynopsisKatie's Year is the fifth in the best-selling "Katie" series of board books. In this new book, Katie makes her way through the months of the year, experiencing the changing seasons and some of the key events of the calendar - from wind and snow to rain and sunshine, from spring days with new lambs and bright flowers to summer days on the beach and in the garden. Winter celebrations include Halloween, Bonfire Night and of course Christmas. Simple Scots words in rhyming couplets guide the reader through the months of the year, and Katie is as cheery and inquisitive as ever. Her Granda and some of her animal pals from previous books also make an appearance, and there are some new friends too. With lots of things to look at and point to in Karen Sutherland's bright and cheery illustrations, Katie's Year should prove just as popular as its predecessors.

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Book SynopsisWith simple explanations and fun activities, this engaging sticker book is an ideal way to help children learn to tell the time. It includes over 100 stickers, lots of puzzles to solve, and a giant 844 x 540 mm pull-out tell-the-time poster.

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Book SynopsisA picture book of haiku-inspired poems celebrating the four seasonsBeautiful day!Teach me, too, how to fly,mother swallow! In simple, poetic verse, a child observes their world from spring to summer, and autumn through winter, in this gentle ode to the seasons, accompanied by exquisite illustrations.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the power and joy of poetry in this simple, modern introduction to Langston Hughes, featuring an ode to spring and long-awaited new beginningsIn this illustrated adaptation of a beloved Langston Hughes poem, a child delights as the world around him awakens from winter and comes to life with the long-awaited arrival of spring and new beginnings of all kinds.Trade Review“Like springtime, worth the wait.” * Kirkus Reviews *

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Book SynopsisThis book looks at a typical day in the life of Meow Meow, a mischievous cat. The story revolves around daily activities such as waking up, eating breakfast and going to work to teach a young reader how to tell time. This is a first in a series of illustrated books to equip children on general skills

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Book SynopsisGrowing up on the Wirral and in Germany, Anna wrote plays about talking animals, and stories about naughty children, and drew on every available surface. After school, she did an Art Foundation course, then a degree in German Literature & Philosophy at Oxford University. In 1998 she found her perfect job at Usborne in London, writing about everything from curious penguins to trips to the Moon.Trade ReviewAn intriguing and enchanting adventure and the ideal bedtime book to usher in the land of nod. * Lancashire Evening Post *The robust flaps are just right for little fingers to lift easily, and the atmospheric illustrations from Simona Dimitri vividly conjure up the night time world. Perfect for sharing and enjoying together, this is an ideal bedtime book. * BookTrust *This is a brilliantly illustrated lift-the-flap book aimed at young children...the perfect bedtime story! * First4Dads *

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Book SynopsisThe Very Hungry Caterpillar visits the North Pole for this magical festive tale! In a far-off frosty land where starlight fills the sky,a man with snow white hair has a twinkle in his eye. In this brand new tale, join The Very Hungry Caterpillar as he helps Father Christmas get ready for his big night. He''s got to wrap up warm, feed the reindeer and load presents onto the sleigh - all before the magic can begin! With its simple rhyming text, vivid artwork and fold-out festive surprise this new story is filled with all the excitement and wonder of Christmas.

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Book SynopsisAn ingenious account of the jobs people do all through the night, when kids are fast asleep.In Night in the City, author and illustrator Julie Downing cleverly uses multiple panels to follow eight people throughout the course of their busy evening, from waking up just as most people are contemplating bedtime, through the following morning. The jobs depicted are nurse, baker, taxi driver, fire fighter, on location film tech, janitor, museum security guard, and emergency dispatcher. Together, their stories bring the beating heart of a city to life, making for a book sure to have kids pouring over meticulously designed pages, following the exploits of our lead characters over the course of a single ordinary evening. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

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Book SynopsisBestselling author Lynn Brunelle brings young star lovers up close and personal with the constellations, under the night sky or right in their room, any time of the year. Take this book outside and use the built-in star wheel cover to find constellations in the sky. Keep it inside and use the included pop-up star map to turn any room into a planetarium by projecting constellations onto the wall or ceiling. Whether you have a front yard or a fire escape, a small room or a big one, the whole sky is yours to explore. Stuffed with science cover to cover, this is the perfect first book of astronomy. Kids will learn what a star is, the life span of a star, light years, how to find north, and everything else about the night sky. Packed with adventure, readers will discover over 28 stories of the stars--from Andromena, who''s tied to the rock as a sacrifice to Cetus, the sea monster--to the heroic tales of Hercules, Persues, Pegsus, Orion, all 12 constellations from the zod

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Book SynopsisReaders can learn how to tell time and why it matters with this cleverly humorous new picture book from the best-selling creators of 365 Penguins.

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Book SynopsisFrom first haircut to first ice cream cone, each year brings a new cycle of experiences as explored in this joyous picture book, A Year of Everyday Wonders. With each new year come countless little wonders. From the highs—first snowfall, first new umbrella, first beach trip—to the lows—first missed bus, first lost umbrella, first sunburn—every year older means another cycle of everyday experiences. In their clever, playful, observant picture book, acclaimed author Cheryl B. Klein and illustrator Qin Leng explore many truths of childhood through a calendar year of small moments that, all together, comprise what it is to be a kid.“The cyclical aspect makes for a pleasing bedtime story wind-down as the year closes, but this is also a creative way to talk about time and, maybe, to explain how long it is until a months-away yearned-for event.” —Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books<Trade Review**STARRED REVIEW** "Klein’s touch is light and Leng’s movement-filled vignettes are harmonious as they capture the year in an album whose joys and disappointments become a cyclical, cumulative string of memories." * Publishers Weekly ***STARRED REVIEW** "The cyclical aspect makes for a pleasing bedtime story wind-down as the year closes, but this is also a creative way to talk about time and, maybe, to explain how long it is until a months-away yearned-for event." * Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books ***STARRED REVIEW** "Through detailed visual elements, this quietly delightful picture book speaks to the potential treasure of small moments in childhood." * School Library Journal *A delightful tale that is likely to be a perennial first at storytime. * Kirkus Reviews *

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Book SynopsisFrom snow ploughs to skyscraper nests and rooftop gardens, life in the city changes from season to season. Discover what animals live in the city. Learn how smog can form in the summer. Real-life photographs follow the seasons and capture the beauty of a year in the city.

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Book SynopsisBlustery wind burns and shrieks Nibbles on my nose and cheeks For preschoolers, windy fall days mean excitement and play. Strong winds stimulate children and their surroundings, as though an invisible hand is shaking the world. Gentler breezes help plants scatter their seeds, set pinwheels in motion, and keep kite strings taut. But fiercer winds begin to sting the cheeks as they bring about a new season… In Windy Days, author Deborah Kerbel once again captures the magic of early childhood awe and wonder with rhyming couplets as light as a breath of fresh air. Illustrator Miki Sato’s unique tactile collage art pops off the page through its detailed use of hand-stitching and textural materials. Trade ReviewPraise for Windy Days 2023 Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Books of the Year Selection 2023 Bank Street Library Margaret Wise Brown Best Board Books of the Year Selection 2021 Northern Lights Book Awards Winner – Board Book Category 2022 CCBC Spring Best Books for Kids & Teens Selection 2021 CBC Books "41 Canadian Picture books to watch for in fall 2021" selection “Kerbel follows the wind through the seasons, setting scenes with strong descriptive language in two-line verses… filled with movement and joy. A diverse cast of young children interact with the wind… in Sato’s wonderfully textured mixed-media collage illustrations that seamlessly match the scenes described… The concept of wind in all its varieties is explained simply and beautifully with just enough information for curious young readers.”—Kirkus Reviews “Kerbel and Sato's energetic picture book takes a closer look at just how alive the wind can be. Bouncy, perfectly rhyming couplets capture its varying nature, from gentle and steady to swirly and gusty… elaborate, meticulous cut-paper collage artwork depicts the motion of wind in fascinating vignettes that beautifully capture its movement, featuring cheery, softly rounded kids portrayed with just as much dynamic movement as the book's subject.”—Booklist “The suggested activities and vocabulary at the end of the book will encourage readers to find their own fun, just like the children in the book…An enchanting STEM title that will ignite the investigative scientist in young children.”—School Library Journal “There are many books about the concept of wind for early readers, but what makes Windy Days standout is the skillful artwork…a winning formula that celebrates and makes accessible the everyday happenings in our weather.”—CM Magazine “Toddlers will have fun reading about wind and autumn with this nicely illustrated, rhyming story featuring a book with a padded cover, rounded corners and thick pages.”—Metroland Media “It’s nice to see STEM activities listed at the end which can reinforce the understanding of the science…A great addition to story time or classroom study of weather for the preschool and kindergarten set.”—Youth Services Book Review “A lovely poem, WINDY DAYS is a fun way to begin to talk about the weather with toddlers and preschoolers. Intriguing textured illustrations and fun autumn scenes make this a great one for little ones to explore.”—YA Books Central “[T]his board book featuring collage art and descriptive language is a true joy.”—The Kid Lit Mama “A lovely poem, WINDY DAYS is a fun way to begin to talk about the weather with toddlers and preschoolers. Intriguing textured illustrations and fun autumn scenes make this a great one for little ones to explore.”—Olivia, Goodreads “Kerbel uses effective, rhythmic vocabulary to give her readers a real sense of the movement, power, and joy that wind provides. Miki Sato's gorgeous, mixed-media collage artwork perfectly matches the text and provides a glorious feeling of constant motion.”—Sal’s Fiction Addiction “Not only a lovely, gentle way to introduce concepts of weather to a young audience/young readers, but also, quite simply, a genuinely beautiful and clear rhyming story that gorgeously captures the childhood wonder in experiencing the natural world.”—Fab Book Reviews “This book just rolls off your tongue making it perfect to share as a read aloud with a big group of children. Readers will then be inspired to get outside and discover all of the things they can do in the wind.”—Storytime With Stephanie “When a picture book, a two-dimensional source, can evoke weather such that the reader feels the bite of the wind or the slash of the briskness of leaves against skin, it's doing something terrific. I may be able to feel the wind by just stepping outside right now but I'd much rather experience it through the text and paper collage of Deborah Kerbel and Miki Sato's latest collaboration.”—CanLit for Little Canadians “Rhythm, rhyme and alliteration make this an attractive toddler read….Bonus activities and information at the story’s end will especially appeal to parents and caregivers.”—Sherylbooks ““Windy Days”…captures the magic and beauty of autumn…. a perfect STEM primer for even the youngest of readers, with rhyming text guaranteed to keep readers engaged and curious throughout. Sato’s signature, collage-style illustrations are absolutely sensational….A fabulous fall frolic.”—@oliviathelibrarian “5 out of 5 stars….The collage art style is absolutely phenomenal….There are so many tiny details in each scene that I could spend several minutes looking at each page. I am literally in awe of this gorgeous art!... The text is simple, but enchanting….The text flows along naturally, and is a delight to read out loud!”—Luminous Libro

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Book SynopsisA funny, offbeat story about how disruptive change can be — even if it’s a holiday! Early one morning, a strange visitor arrives — a visitor whose name is Holiday. “I’ll be taking over for you today!” Holiday tells Monday. And before long, Holiday has met the other days, even Saturday and Sunday, who usually sleep all week. With each introduction, Monday becomes more and more upset. She is used to starting the week, and she’d like to keep it that way. When Holiday announces how much fun he’s having, and that he’d like to stay, Wednesday and Friday admit that they are a little worried, too. Meanwhile, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday are completely smitten by this exciting new day. Finally, Monday (with Wednesday and Friday in tow), asks Holiday to kindly pack his things and go. Then just in time, Tuesday comes up with a solution that will work for everyone. Natalie Nelson’s ingenious characterizations of the days of the week will delight readers young and old, as will her story that pokes fun at how set in our ways we can be and how we might instead choose to be open to change and embrace the unexpected. Key Text Features speech bubbles illustrations labels Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.6 Acknowledge differences in the points of view of characters, including by speaking in a different voice for each character when reading dialogue aloud.Trade ReviewHoliday! makes for quietly kooky and witty reading. * Fab Book Reviews Blog *

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Book SynopsisSpring stroll in the city What do I see? One giant shamrock. Two kites in a tree. Take a stroll through the city in springtime and experience the sights, sounds, colors, and smells of the multitude of different holidays we celebrate this season. From St. Patrick’s Day and Easter to Nowruz and Cinco de Mayo, everyone has a reason to celebrate. With simple rhymes, a counting pattern, and stunning papercraft art reminiscent of Ezra Jack Keats, this diverse board book is the perfect introduction to the cultural melting pot that makes the city so special.Trade Review"City sights and holidays abound in this gorgeous counting board book...Children will delve into the illustrations and search for animals on each spread."-School Library Journal "The colorful illustrations are sweet"-Kirkus Reviews "Warm, alive, magical, and inviting. Enter this celebration of spring, and the illustrations will transport you to possibility, hope, and joy."—Rabbi Yael Romer, DD, Congregation Emanuel of the Hudson Valley "A dazzling resource to begin a multicultural dialogue between young children and their caregivers. Fishman and Hall are a winning team."—Warren Umansky, PhD, child and adolescent counselor and author "The delightful A Spring Stroll in the City captures the golden mind of young readers through a celebration of the diversity of humanity while also sharing valuable information."—Dr. Aman Kay, author, poet, and professor at Georgia Military College "Hooray for A Spring Stroll in the City, the second in this series of simple, inclusive stories that walk our youngest readers through the seasons in a spirit of joy and discovery."—Laura McGee Kvasnosky, children's author and illustrator

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Book SynopsisFrom Caldecott Medalist and Newbery Honor author Kevin Henkes and acclaimed painter Laura Dronzek, the bestselling and award-winning creators of seasonal favorites When Spring Comes and In the Middle of Fall.Snow falls, animals burrow, and children prepare for the wonders winter brings.Trade Review“This accomplished picture book details the season of winter. Author Henkes’ text is simple but evocative, observing winter in perceptive and sometimes-playful detail. Illustrator Dronzek’s acrylic illustrations...enrich and deepen the text as they add story details and warmth. ...A polished, playful story in which words and pictures dance in perfect harmony.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Gorgeous...An appealing series of pictures shows the boy donning boots and zippers, vests and zippers, and jackets and zippers, wryly underscored by humorous text. ...The gentle repetitions continue as winter stays, and stays and stays, until it finally shrinks away and slips around the corner into a gorgeous, green spring. ...The large format, language, and pictures merge in a just-right read-aloud for fans of winter’s charms.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) “Another must-have seasonal picture book created through the amazing collaboration of Henkes and Dronzek. . . .The descriptive word choice is able to set the scene perfectly with so few words, and the soft illustrations match and enrich the text seamlessly. . . .Bundle up for this wonderful wintry tale of all the highs and lows that the season has to offer.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “Henkes and Dronzek present a lyrical ode to winter and its many moods. The text, marked by a gentle rhythm, uses descriptive language to bring the season to vivid life...Expressive, full-bleed spreads steal the show.” — The Horn Book “A cinematically enticing take on winter, and the atmospheric lyricism is seasonally suitable. ...A cozy evocation both of the real and imagined experience of days measured by the white stuff.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Acrylic paintings that spill off the pages set the scene through this book, an exploration of the long winter’s season’s juxtapositions. . .Winter’s journey, difficult and serene as it may be, ends with the full-page color spread that is spring. The simple, lyrical text and rich, soft illustrations work together to provide the perfect, snuggle-under-the-covers storytime experience.” — St. Louis Post-Dispatch “Have a warm cup of cocoa, snuggle up with a youngster and share Winter Is Here, a charmer by best-selling, award-winning Kevin Henkes. . . his poetic words [are] accompanied by soft artwork by Laura Dronzek. . . .The season’s never looked or sounded better.” — The Missourian

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Book SynopsisKatie has been writing non-fiction children's books for almost half her life and loves questioning the world from a child's point of view. She's developed some of Usborne's bestselling series, including the See Inside books and Lift-the-flap Questions & Answers. When she's not writing, she likes drinking coffee, walking on the moors and playing competitive board games with her children.

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Book SynopsisBased on the original stories by Michael Bond, a funny, festive Paddington adventure with real mail to open and enjoy!This funny interactive picture book follows Paddington as he does his best to help the Brown family get ready for a very special Christmas. Open the five envelopes inside and find an Advent calendar, Paddington's home-made Christmas card to Aunt Lucy, a bear-shaped Christmas tree decoration . . . and more!Paddington is looking forward to Christmas, and from making cards to writing to Santa there is certainly a lot to keep him busy!Stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children all over the world for more than sixty-five years.Trade ReviewPraise for the Paddington series: 'I've always had great respect for Paddington… He is a British institution.' Stephen Fry 'Paddington has joined Pooh as one of the great bears of English children's literature.' The Teacher 'Michael Bond's accident-prone bear…has become one of the most enduring of children's characters.' The Bookseller

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the 40th anniversary of the miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge!It was such a hot summer. They sky was deep blue and the sun never faltered. All along Brambly Hedge, the mice did their best to keep cool. Poppy Eyebright sought refuge in the mossy shadows of the mill wheel; Dusty Dogwood took to walking by the banks of the cooling stream. Dusty and Poppy spent more and more time together, so no one was at all surprised when they announced their engagement. They decided on a very unusual setting for the wedding ceremony, but even they didn't realise just how unusual it was prove to be!Also look out for Spring Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story!Trade Review“…the most researched-crammed fantasy ever set before small children…” Sunday Times Magazine “Spring Story, Summer Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story are beautiful tales…nostalgic Mums can enjoy them with their own kids.” The Sun (Natasha Harding “Incredible illustrations…” @father_of_daughters, Instagram “If I [were] a mouse, this is where I’d wanna live” @britneyspears, Instagram “Spring Story, Summer Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story are beautiful tales…nostalgic Mums can enjoy them with their own kids.” The Sun (Natasha Harding

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Book SynopsisThis simple, charming story of a young bear''s first autumn is perfectly suited to board book format. Bear is surprised when the leaves start falling off the trees, but when he tries to reattach them, it doesn''t work. Eventually, he gets sleepy, and burrows into the fallen leaves for a long nap. When he wakes up, it''s spring-and there are suddenly brand-new leaves all around, seeming to welcome him. With its childlike main character and graceful illustrations, Leaves is a great way to teach the youngest children about the changing seasons.

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Book SynopsisThere are so many ways to spend a chilly winter day. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar and explore everything winter has to offer!Welcome winter with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and his friends in this sensory exploration of the season. Discover the very best of this time of year: snowy days full of play, the sounds of birds chirping atop a snowman, the smell of cookies fresh from the oven, and so much more!

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