Search results for ""Author Susanna Leonard""

A New York Times Bestseller!A heartwarming story of a friendship-seeking moon that also celebrates the extraordinary 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing!From high up in the sky, the Moon has spent her whole life watching Earth and hoping for someone to visit. Dinosaurs roam, pyramids are built, and boats are made, but still no one comes. Will friends ever come visit her?One day a spaceship soars from Earth…and so does her heart.Includes bonus educational pages about the moon mission!

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It’s a busy night for the Alphabet Family - after all, there are 26 kiddos to get ready for bed. A, B, and C declare they are not ready, and Impish I and Jazzy J don’t want to settle down, but by toothbrushing time the crew seems to be headed in the right direction. Bath time requires six bathtubs and is super-splashy - and getting into jammies is no joke - but finally, after a story has been read and they are all tucked in tight, peace should reign. Except what’s this? When Mom turns off the light, it’s an Alpha pillow fight! Toddlers are sure to get a huge kick out of this lively alpha family - and hopefully following each and every little letter’s antics will tucker them out!

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When your monkeys won’t go to bed, you’ll have to use lots of tricks to make them sleepy! This charming and hilarious board book highlights the many ways to tire out two wide-awake monkeys! Do your monkeys go wild at bedtime? When your monkeys won’t go to bed, you’ll have to be smart. After you race them upstairs and trick them into the tub, it’s time to convince them to get into bed. Let them pick out a good book—or five—and snuggle in close. But be careful…or you just might fall asleep, too!

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A heartwarming story about a friendship-seeking moon that also commemorates the extraordinary 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission! Now a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller!From high up in the sky, the Moon has spent her whole life watching Earth and hoping for someone to visit. Dinosaurs roam, pyramids are built, and boats are made, but still no one comes. The Moon can't help but wonder…will friends ever come visit her? Until one day a spaceship soars from Earth...and so does her heart.Learn about the spaceflight that first landed humans on the moon through this heartwarming story about friendship! Filled with adorable illustrations and charming text, this moon book for kids is a must-have for parents and teachers alike searching for new preschool solar system books and astronaut books for toddlers.Why readers love Moon's First Friends:An educational and heartwarming story about the first moon landing told from the unique perspective of the Moon itself!Educational back matter includes out-of-this world facts about the moon, space flight, and the individuals who made the mission possibleA scannable QR code allows readers to listen to the exciting countdown to Apollo 11's liftoff

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A New York Times bestseller! The perfect Father's Day gift, birthday present for dad, Valentine's Day book, or sweet keepsake for a daughter of any age!A sweet picture book showcasing all the ways a father will help his daughter grow, this is the gift for every girl dad and little girl to celebrate their special bond. Featuring charming animal illustrations and heartwarming rhymes about the moments fathers and daughters share, Why a Daughter Needs a Dad is the perfect story to connect father and daughter together.From the first time I held you, so perfect and new,I promised to do everything that I could doTo help you become your most wonderful YOU,My darling, my daughter, my girl.For new dads, fathers-to-be, or for that perfect father-daughter moment, this sweet storybook celebrates how a father is always there for his little girl. reminding her to be artistic, thoughtful, honest, and smart, but most of all, true to herself.

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Discover and inspire a new generation of loving, unique boys in this modern retelling of the classic nursery rhyme!Celebrate all the things that make boys special! Elaborating on the well-known nursery rhyme, this special story moves beyond stereotypes and encourages readers to inspire a new generation of wonderful boys! Every child is filled with boundless potential, and this empowering book encourages every little boy to feel confident in who he is and what he loves to do, loving himself inside and out.Why readers love What Little Boys Are Made Of:Filled with unique rhymes, engaging text, and sweet illustrations, perfect for read-aloudsA heartfelt graduation gift, stuffer for holiday stockings or Easter baskets, birthday present, or way to say "I love you" year-round!Parents, grandparents, caregivers, and teachers will delight in this twist on the well-known nursery rhymeIncludes a bonus list of affirmations in the back to repeat to yourself every dayWhat are little boys made of?What makes them who they are?Snips and snails and puppy dogs' tails?It's more than that by far!Little boys are dreamers with incredible ideas!Their imaginations are ever soaring,Heroes defending, lions roaring,From sea to space, always exploring.What will they think up next?

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A touching love letter from a grandchild about their one and only grandma!Nothing compares to the special bond between grandma and grandchild! This picture book from a grandchild to grandma overflows with love, adventure, and fun, celebrating all of the magical reasons why Grandma truly is, one of a kind. Filled with heartfelt text, enchanting illustrations, and diverse families. Dear Grandma makes for a sweet and silly read-aloud experience for kids ages 4-7 or any age, as well as a cherished keepsake for years to come!Also includes space to write or draw a special message to grandma! Perfect for Mother's Day, Christmas, Valentine's Day, or a gift for grandma from a grandchild of any age, this heartwarming Grandma book is a wonderful way to say "I love you!"Dear Grandma,You're amazing in so many ways—it's true.So here is a love letter from me, to you.

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This season, add a new classic to your holiday collection with this heartwarming Christmas picture book about a little boy who learns there's more to Christmas than being on the naughty or nice list.Dear Santa, Let me explain…Parker knows he is definitely not perfect. Everyone makes mistakes, and it's tough being a kid! So when Ms. Holly asks the class to write their letters to Santa, Parker gets nervous. Why are all of his friends telling Santa how perfect they are? Santa knows if you've been bad or good… It's best to be honest. Right? Parker hands in his honest letter and hopes that Santa will understand. When Christmas morning arrives, Parker finds a big surprise under the tree—and a letter from Santa!Includes special stationery to write your own letter to Santa. PLUS, get a FREE PERSONALIZED letter from Santa!BONUS: Kids can write a letter to Santa using the festive holiday-themed stationery included in every book. Parents can also visit Put Me In the Story for a FREE downloadable personalized letter from the desk of Santa Claus, or get a letter and official 'Nice List' certificate sent in a magical envelope all the way from the North Pole! It's never been easier to make your child's Christmas wishes come true than with this activity for kids!

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A 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.

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The perfect gift for Valentine's Day or to share year around, I Love You to the Moon and Back is a sweet picture book based on the bestselling figurine from one of the most recognized brands in the world: Precious Moments.Written in rhyming verse, I Love You to the Moon and Back expresses the heartfelt sentiment of a parent and family to a little one. Sweet words express all the beliefs you know to be true: they are the joy of your life, their family will always be there for them, and maybe one day if they start a family of their own, they will understand how much you love them.Create precious moments of your own as you share a heartwarming and special storytime with your little one!I love you to the moon and back, You make my whole world bright. Like sunshine on a summer day Or twinkling stars at night

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Based on Gregory Lang's New York Times bestselling original series! The perfect Mother's Day gift, birthday present for mom, or sweet keepsake to show why Mom is so special!A touching picture book showcasing all the ways a mother will help her son grow, this is the gift for every mom and little boy to celebrate their special bond. Featuring charming animal illustrations and heartwarming rhymes about the loving moments mothers and sons share, Why a Son Needs a Mom is the perfect story to connect mother and son together.From the moment that I saw your beautiful face,Held you close to my heart in a mother's embrace,I promised to help you grow with strength and grace.My dear one, my sweet son, my boy.For new moms, mothers-to-be, or for that perfect mother-son moment, this sweet storybook celebrates how a mother helps her little boy grow with strength and love.

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A New York Times bestseller! The perfect Father's Day gift, birthday present for dad, or sweet treasure for a son of any age!A boy's first hero is his dad. A touching picture book showcasing all the ways a father will help his son grow, this is the gift for every dad and little boy to celebrate their special bond. Featuring charming animal illustrations and heartwarming rhymes about the loving moments fathers and sons share, Why a Son Needs a Dad is the perfect story to connect father and son together.From the moment that I saw your beautiful face,Held you close to my heart in a father's embrace,I promised to help you grow with strength and grace.My dear one, my sweet son, my boy.For new dads, fathers-to-be, or for that perfect father-son moment, this sweet storybook celebrates how a father guides his little boy to grow with strength and love.

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Experience the magic of Valentine Davies' 75-year-old classic Christmas story in picture book format for the first time-the perfect Christmas gift for kids this season!For a little girl named Susan Walker, Christmas could be any other day. She doesn't believe in Santa Claus or magic or miracles of any kind. But when she meets Kris Kringle and tells him what Christmas gifts she most wishes for, Susan finds herself hoping that maybe, just maybe, he is the real thing. Based on the original holiday classic, Miracle on 34th Street is a timeless, heartwarming children's book about generosity, imagination, and the spirit of Christmas... if you just believe.Why readers love Miracle on 34th Street:The perfect Christmas gift and novelty stocking stuffer for children ages 4-7Parents, guardians, and grandparents will love reading this nostalgic Christmas tale to a new generation of kids, sure to become a new family tradition!Screen-free fun for children during the winter seasonA great read aloud for teachers and classrooms

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