Books at Lippo Village Junior Library

From the incomparable Russell Hoban comes a moving, unflinching tale of a boy who finds bravery during illness, beautifully re-imagined as a graphic-novel by award-winning illustrator Alexis Deacon. Asleep in his hospital bed, Jim dreams of a great lion with white teeth and amber eyes. This lion is Jim's finder. According to Nurse Bami, everyone has a finder, a creature who comes looking for us when we are lost. But when the time comes for Jim's operation, will his lion be able to find him and bring him safely home? With the inclusion of powerful dream sequences, and a triumphant message of facing one's fears, Russell Hoban's tale of a boy's search for strength and courage will resonate with any child dealing with adversity or sickness.

Written by the Science Museum in London, England, The Super-Intelligent, High-Tech Robot Book contains all the very latest robot information communicated in an accessible humourous way. It will look at the history of animatronics, computing, and robots - from their humble beginnings to the present day - and is packed with quizzes and instructions for experiments which you can do in your very own home! Featuring black and white photography, as well as line art.

A fun and empowering interactive mental health guide for 8-12-year-olds on the power of kindness by award-winning author Marcus Sedgwick You can choose to make the world a better place. The power is within you!   Every one of us experiences the world differently - we have different worries and problems, and we all have unique hopes and dreams - but there's one thing that can unite us and make the world a better place, and that's KINDNESS!   Kindness is cool! No, really! Kindness can create positive change in all our lives. Whether it's being a friend to someone who seems lonely, or simply smiling or giving somebody a thumbs up. When we support each other, we can be our best selves.   Be the Change: Be Kind is your handbook on how to use your own voice to empower yourself and others to spread kindness. Award-winning children's author Marcus Sedgwick tells the story of kindness - where it comes from, what it feels like and perhaps most importantly why it matters - and asks YOU what would you do in different everyday scenarios.   ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?  

There's no greater personality than Jesus-- so why not make time each day to know Him better?   This brand-new, 365-day devotional highlights aspects of Jesus' life and work, His teaching and impact on our lives every day, offering you powerful insights for each day.   The brief readings aren't theological, but inspirational, pieces that provide food for thought as you start or end your day--or take a devotional break somewhere in between!   And monthly themes, such as Beginnings Love Rebirth Blessings Growth and more tie the encouraging messages into the annual calendar.   The Creator, Sustainer, Lover, and Redeemer of humanity is worthy of every moment you devote to Him. . .Jesus Each Day will help you do just that.    

This title brings the power of the world's fastest trains to your students. Large, full-color photographs capture the spellbinding action of these high-velocity machines. Reluctant readers will be drawn in by short, easy-to-read bursts of information that highlight history, capabilities, and speed records. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

These fantastic spotter's guides have 50 entries per book, divided into clear sections. Each entry is illustrated and accompanied by detailed labels, key information and a fact file. Clear, descriptive labels throughout Photographs or highly realistic illustrations make identification easy

Incredible world records, social media sensations, and pop culture crazes from the past year! This book covers everything from science, tech, sports, music, movies, animals, and more.Another year of amazing world records and all the latest and greatest pop culture crazes!Where can you find the world's deadliest frog?Which athlete holds the record for most Olympic medals won by an individual EVER? What state has the biggest collection of T-rex fossils? Who has more Instagram followers: Grumpy Cat or Selena Gomez? This book is packed with the answers to these questions and MORE! Read all about the biggest, best, and most buzzworthy world records in music, movies, sports, technology, video games, science, nature, states, and animals.

Drawing makes you happy! This boldly illustrated handbook offers easy-to-follow drawing exercises—some thought-provoking, some meditative, all fun—inspired by art-therapy practices. Each page features an activity written by artist and activist Tim Shaw and brought to life with colorful art from Spanish illustration duo Cachetejack, offering readers simple strategies for boosting their confidence, reducing stress, and expressing themselves in meaningful and joyful new ways. With a distinctive, modern aesthetic, Draw & Be Happy will resonate with both new and experienced artists looking for fulfillment through creativity.

Our New York Times best-selling Almanac is packed with incredible photos, tons of fun facts, National Geographic exclusives, games, activities, and fascinating features about animals, science, nature, technology, and more. This new edition features:  EXCLUSIVE National Geographic Explorer interviews and features   EXCLUSIVE Interactive Almanac Challenge 2024, plus the results of the Almanac Challenge 2023  BONUS SECTION of sidesplitting jokes and riddles   NEW fun-tastic things to see and do in 2024  NEW cutest animal superlatives and animal rescue stories  NEW science and dinosaur discoveries  NEW fun games, quizzes, and activities  NEW weird and wacky places around the world  NEW experiments to do, places to explore, and ways to change the world  UPDATED reference material, including fast facts and maps of every country  Whether you're looking for homework help, want to learn more about another country, or just need a cute animal fix, the National Geographic Kids Almanac 2024 has you covered!

From Africa, alligators, and astronauts to zippers, zebras, and Zambonis, this treasure trove of fascinating, fantastic facts will keep fun-seeking 7-to-10-year-olds entertained for hours! Did you know that houseflies taste with their feet-which are 10,000,000 times more sensitive than the human tongue? Or that Sesame Street's Big Bird is one foot shorter than a real-life ostrich? This collection of the world's most entertaining and interesting facts from National Geographic Kids is bursting at the seams with bright, colorful page layouts and over 1,200 photographs about kids' favorite subjects. Every topic has a full two-page spread packed with tantalizing tidbits on topics like toys and games, mysteries of history, robots and reptiles, sports and spies, wacky words, and so much more- . Deadly Animals . Spiders . Knights and Castles . The Brain . Extreme Weirdness . Ocean Oddballs . Dinosaurs . Geography . Mummies . Elephants . Poison . Planet Earth . Roller Coasters 5,000 Awesome Facts (About Everything!) is a visual feast and the perfect gift for fact-obsessed kids to dive into again and again.

Packed with striking photography, Eyewitness Reptile explores one of nature's most fascinating animal species. Become an eyewitness to how reptiles sense the world, move and use camouflage in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of these scaly creatures. Children will be mesmerized by  the many different types of reptile species, from small pets to large crocodiles. This beautifully illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into how crocodiles look after their young, how lizards store fat in their tails, and how chameleons swivel their eyes. Using striking full-color photographs of snakes, crocodiles, lizards, and turtles, this book offers a unique eyewitness view of these amazing creatures. Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on reptiles, you can expect to find:  - A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature. - Amazing facts, updated diagrams, statistics, and timelines. - Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field. Eyewitness Reptile introduces the ultimate guide to these cold-blooded creatures, where you can find out how snakes are charmed, how geckos walk upside down, why crocodiles swallow stones, and how a snake is milked of venom. Children can learn all about how an anole lizard frightens its enemies by displaying its bright red beard and watch a boa constrictor swallowing its prey whole. This all-encompassing guide to reptiles is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning, as well as teachers, parents and librarians. So, what's new?  Part of DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field. Explore the series! Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Travel through the solar system with Eyewitness Space, learn the incredible systems that keep your body functioning with Eyewitness Human Body, take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic, or explore one of the most brutal conflicts of the 20th century with Eyewitness World War I.

Become an eyewitness to the 9,500 species of birds that live in a huge range of habitats, from deserts and rainforests to the polar ice caps. This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour of the fascinating world of birds. Children can learn all about different orders of birds, take a detailed look at individual feathers and beak shapes, and explore behavior, from fish- and meat-eaters to seed- and plant-eaters. Throughout the pages of this children's guide to birds, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature. - A visual tour through the topic combined with bite-sized text. - Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field. Eyewitness Bird gives a detailed overview for kids aged 9+ of a fascinating animal species and will encourage them to spot the incredible birds on the wing around you. Using full-color photographs of different species, feathers, beaks, bird anatomy and their nests, children can immerse themselves in the world of these feathered creatures. Witness the breathtaking moment when a chick hatches from its egg and watch as the young birds grow in their nest to take their first flight. Discover record-breaking flights and amazing camouflage. Explore the series! Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Travel through the solar system with Eyewitness Space, learn the incredible systems that keep your body functioning with Eyewitness Human Body, or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

Chocolate is the favorite treat of many children around the world, but how does it begin with a small, bitter-tasting bean? Students will learn the process of drying, roasting, grinding, and pressing the beans to make the smooth and sweet candies many kids love.

Enter Planet Cute--where kids can make any drawing absolutely adorable! Draw anything and everything--people, animals, and things--and make it CUTE. It's easy! Budding artists just have to pick up their pencils, pens, crayons, or gel markers and follow these step-by-step how-to sequences. They'll learn the basics of Japanese kawaii, which emphasizes simple, rounded shapes; faces with large eyes and sweet expressions; and personifying inanimate objects. They'll also master animals, mythical creatures, food, plants, vehicles, and more!

Mo Willems, award-winning, New York Times best-selling creator of The Pigeon, Knuffle Bunny, and Unlimited Squirrels, presents best friends Elephant Gerald and Piggie.   Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends.   In Elephants Cannot Dance! Piggie tries to teach Gerald some new moves. But will Gerald teach Piggie something even more important?   Read all of Elephant Gerald and Piggie's adventures! ·      Today I Will Fly! ·      My Friend is Sad ·      I Am Invited to a Party! ·      There is a Bird on Your Head! ·      I Love My New Toy! ·      I Will Surprise My Friend! ·      Are You Ready to Play Outside? ·      Watch Me Throw the Ball! ·      Elephants Cannot Dance! ·      Pigs Make Me Sneeze! ·      I Am Going! ·      Can I Play Too? ·      We Are in a Book! ·      I Broke My Trunk! ·      Should I Share My Ice Cream? ·      Let's Go for a Drive! ·      Happy Pig Day! ·      Listen to My Trumpet! ·      A Big Guy Took My Ball! ·      I'm a Frog! ·      My New Friend is So Fun! ·      Waiting is Not Easy! ·      I Will Take a Nap! ·      I Really Like Slop! ·      The Thank You Book

Mo Willems, award-winning, New York Times best-selling creator of The Pigeon, Knuffle Bunny, and Unlimited Squirrels, presents best friends Elephant Gerald and Piggie.   Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to.   Gerald and Piggie are best friends.   In We Are in a Book! Gerald and Piggie discover the joy of being read. But what will happen when the book ends?   Read all of Elephant Gerald and Piggie's adventures! ·      Today I Will Fly! ·      My Friend is Sad ·      I Am Invited to a Party! ·      There is a Bird on Your Head! ·      I Love My New Toy! ·      I Will Surprise My Friend! ·      Are You Ready to Play Outside? ·      Watch Me Throw the Ball! ·      Elephants Cannot Dance! ·      Pigs Make Me Sneeze! ·      I Am Going! ·      Can I Play Too? ·      We Are in a Book! ·      I Broke My Trunk! ·      Should I Share My Ice Cream? ·      Let's Go for a Drive! ·      Happy Pig Day! ·      Listen to My Trumpet! ·      A Big Guy Took My Ball! ·      I'm a Frog! ·      My New Friend is So Fun! ·      Waiting is Not Easy! ·      I Will Take a Nap! ·      I Really Like Slop! ·      The Thank You Book

A new early reader graphic novel series from the critically acclaimed creator of Pashmina, perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly. Meet Kitana-a Shark Princess and the first of her kind. Her allergy-ridden, best friend, Mack, wants to be one too, but he worries that his sharp teeth and big sneezes make him too dangerous to be a princess. With Kitana's help, Mack realizes his unique shine. When Mack puts on his crown for the first time, these Shark Princesses are ready to explore the ocean and embark on a fintastic adventure! Nidhi Chanani's signature artwork brings this underwater series to life in a spunky tale about friendship and redefining who and what a princess can be.

Thor, Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk, Black Widow, Hawkeye, and Falcon are Earth's Mightiest Marvels--the Avengers! Join them as they work together to battle against sinister Super Villains such as Ultron, Thanos, the Masters of Evil,and more, to keep the Earth safe. Featuring 20 explosive stories of good vs.evil. Avengers assemble!

From Geisel Award-winning author Greg Pizzoli comes a hilarious and mouth-watering history of pizza. Do YOU like PIZZA? Because right now, somewhere in the world, someone is eating it. Did you know that in the United States we eat 350 slices of pizza every second? Or that in Sweden they serve pizza with bananas and peanuts? All over the world, people love pizza-but where did it come from? And who made the first pizza? Join award-winning author and illustrator Greg Pizzoli as he travels through time and around the globe to discover the mouth-watering history of pizza. Bursting with color, flavor, fun facts, and a family-friendly English muffin pizza recipe, Pizza!- A Slice of History reveals the delicious story of the world's best food.

Featuring the endearing and gentle Color Monster as a guide, this installment of the bestselling series teaches kids and parents practical tips for self-soothing and emotion regulation. Today, Nuna doesn't feel quite right. So, she pays a visit to the Color Monster: an emotions doctor who helps diagnose big, challenging feelings. After he recognizes and gives a name to what we feel, this kind and gentle Monster (with the help of his emotions toolkit!) leads Nuna and readers down a path of mindfulness, self-healing, and mental well-being. *    Includes two GIANT foldout pages featuring more than 30 effective, accessible, and practical tools for soothing strong emotions! *    Strategies work for readers of all ages to calm and center hearts and minds *    The creator draws from her background in art therapy to offer both reassuring and transformative advice to readers *    Backmatter for caregivers about understanding emotional regulation is included Read all three books about The Color Monster! The Color Monster The Color Monster Goes to School Dr. Color Monster and the Emotions Toolkit

Blue Bison tries his best to be patient in this humorous picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Pete Oswald. Blue Bison prides himself on always looking clean and neat. But he has a growing problem--his hair. With the barber shops and just about everywhere else closed, all Blue Bison can do is ram his ramming rock in frustration. Meanwhile, his hair keeps growing. His dad, Brown Bison, encourages him to be patient and wait, and his mom, Burgundy Bison, tries to explain that sometimes you want something that you really don't need. But all Blue Bison can do is whine and wallow. Could little sister Bubblegum Bison have the solution? A wildly hilarious story with a subtle message that waiting is hard but sometimes is necessary.

Mo Willems, #1 New York Times bestselling, award-winning author-illustrator, tackles a BIG concept in this hilarious nonfiction picture book about the relationship between size and scale.     Are YOU big?   A simple question sends readers to the far reaches of the universe. From an average-size kid . . . to a hot air balloon . . . to a storm cloud . . . to the M100 Galaxy, size is a matter of perspective.   Bold text, expressive art, and real-world science come together in this original Mo Willems STEAM-based, early-learning concept book.

The Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller! Don't miss the sixth picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Food Group series that's ripe with humor from Jory John and Pete Oswald! The Sour Grape holds grudges for every reason under the sun. Lime never returned a scarf they borrowed Grudge! Orange never called back Grudge! But when a friend holds a grudge against the Sour Grape without listening to an explanation, the Sour Grape realizes how unfair grudges can be. Could a bunch of forgiveness and compassion be enough to turn a sour grape sweet Jory John and Pete Oswald serve up another heaping plate of laughs and lessons with this empowering, witty, and charming addition to their #1 New York Times bestselling series! Check Out Jory John and Pete Oswald's other funny bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh: The Bad Seed The Good Egg The Cool Bean The Couch Potato The Smart Cookie The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape! The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky! The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool As It Gets! That's What Dinosaurs Do

Practise pen control, word and number skills while finding out all about life on a farm. Children will love following the lines, completing puzzles, answering questions from the characters and finding the mouse that is hiding on every spread. Simply wipe the pages clean to complete the activities again and again

It's a monumental day in Mouseopolis. Everyone has gathered for the grand unveiling of The Big Cheese - the most magnificent morsel the city has ever seen. But when the curtain is pulled back, The Big Cheese has gone! Can Supermouse track down the creepy crooks before there is nothing left but stinky crumbs? And who is the mouse behind the mask?
Packed with innovative die-cuts and flaps, this hilarious book will delight parents and children alike.

A vegetable garden grows under the sun. If you look closely between the stalks, beneath the leaves, and under the soil, you will spot the animals and plants living there. Hold a page up to the light to reveal what is hidden in and around the vegetable garden, and discover a small world of great surprises.

When a little girl rescues a strange beast from the woods, she takes him home. But for some reason, the little beast is not happy! There are two sides to every story, and this funny and charming tale is no exception.

From the author of Goodnight Moon, in honor of the 75th anniversary of Little Golden Books! Margaret Wise Brown's sweet, poetic tale about a little bunny-and why he has to whisper-is taken from the classic Golden Book The Golden Sleepy Book. Newly illustrated in dreamy, seasonal pastels, this story is being reissued in celebration of the 75th anniversary of Little Golden Books.

This classic Little Golden Book edition of the famous folk tale has had many imitators, but none can measure up to the way illustrator Feodor Rojankovsky brought Goldilocks and the three bears to life. Originally published in 1948, The Three Bears is now back in print for a new generation of fans.

“Isn't it a wonder that out in the pond, smooth wiggly tadpoles lose their tails and grow legs, and turn into frogs? And that fuzzy caterpillars weave silken cocoons around themselves and go to sleep, then wake up as pretty moths or butterflies?” It’s a rare nonfiction book that’s also a simple, beautiful poem. In this gorgeous Little Golden Book from 1957, Eloise Wilkin’s stunning and realistic artwork is accompanied by gentle text that brings an awe of nature to the youngest readers.

First published in 1952, this Little Golden Book adaption of the Christmas story was illustrated by beloved artist Eloise Wilkin. This classic picture book retelling of the Christmas story is a perfect gift for the holidays.

Llama Llama learns a lesson in telling the truth in this new book in the bestselling Llama Llama series. When Llama Llama accidentally breaks Mama Llama's favorite picture frame, he decides to tell a little lie about how it happened. In the end, Llama Llama learns a powerful lesson about telling the truth, even if it's hard to say. Told with Anna Dewdney's signature sweet rhyme, this newest installment of the Llama Llama series is timeless and can be used as a tool to educate readers in social and emotional learning.

From Korean American author-illustrator Aram Kim, Tomorrow is New Year's Day follows a little girl sharing the fun customs of Seollal--the Korean Lunar New Year--with her classmates. Seollal, the Korean Lunar New Year, is Mina's favorite day of the year. Mina can't wait to share the customs of Seollal with all of her friends at school. She will show her classmates her colorful hanbok, demonstrate how to do sebae, and then everyone will make tasty tteokguk in the cooking room. Yum! Her little brother may even join in on the fun... if he can find a way out of his bad mood. In this joyful book about sharing age-old cultural celebrations with new friends, Aram Kim has created a must-have book for the New Year's season. A glossary of Korean terms, with pronunciation guide, is included.

Llama Llama special day. Mama Love in every way. From morning to night, Llama Llama loves spending time with his mama. They make breakfast together, do the shopping together, and read together. And there are always plenty of hugs and kisses and cuddles throughout the day! This die-cut board book features eight full-color spreads and a simple rhyming text that is perfect for the youngest of Llama Llama fans and their loved ones!

THE all-time classic picture book, from generation to generation, sold somewhere in the world every 30 seconds! A sturdy and beautiful book to give as a gift for new babies, baby showers, birthdays, and other new beginnings! Featuring interactive die-cut pages, this board book edition is the perfect size for little hands and great for teaching counting and days of the week. "The very hungry caterpillar literally eats his way through the pages of the book--and right into your child's heart..." --Mother's Manual "Gorgeously illustrated, brilliantly innovative..." --The New York Times Book Review

What is Baby Llama's favourite food? Follow along with this cute baby animal as it experiences its world, from playtime to bedtime. The simple, comforting story in this go-to baby gift series have made it a multimillion seller. Featuring a permanently attached plush finger puppet, this volume offers parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read as they build a lifelong love of books together.

With bright, adorable art and sweet, accessible text, this new line of finger puppet books will reinvigorate and refresh the successful Finger Puppet Book series.  

It's an exciting day for Llama Llama; he's going to visit Gram and Grandpa Llama and spend the night! His first night away from home....and from Mama. But he makes sure to pack everything he needs. And there are so many fun things to do with Gram and Grandpa. It's not until he gets ready for bed that he realizes that he's forgotten something important. Fuzzy Llama! Fortunately, Grandpa Llama has a wonderful solution and soon Llama Llama is having sweet dreams.

Learn how a seed becomes a tree with Eric Carle's classic artwork and The Very Hungry Caterpillar! In this nonfiction story, young readers explore the transformation of a seed into a tree. The miracles of nature come to life in this early-learning series centered around life cycles, featuring simple text and Eric Carle's classic illustrations!

Learn how an egg becomes a baby chick with Eric Carle's classic artwork! In this nonfiction story, young readers explore the transformation of an egg into a chick. The miracles of nature come to life in this early-learning series centered around life cycles, featuring simple text and Eric Carle's classic illustrations!

Learn how a tadpole becomes a frog with Eric Carle's classic artwork and The Very Hungry Caterpillar! In this nonfiction story, young readers explore the transformation of a tadpole into a frog. The miracles of nature come to life in this early-learning series centered around life cycles, featuring simple text and Eric Carle's classic illustrations!

Learn how a caterpillar turns into a butterfly with the help of The Very Hungry Caterpillar! In this nonfiction story, young readers can explore the transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly. The miracles of nature come to life in this early-learning series centered around life cycles, featuring simple text and Eric Carle's classic illustrations!

For little kids on their first day of school, read how to make new friends and learn key skills for life! When your little one starts preschool or kindergarten, they'll be making new friends. This children's making friends book helps teach important emotional skills like kindness and empathy so they can make a best friend on their first day of school!  This delightful early learning book is perfect for kids aged 3-5 years old. It helps children:    * Learn lots of important personal, social and emotional skills.     * Put their new skills into practice, and try out what they are learning in the real world.    * Stay entertained and interested with a highly visual presentation, using bright and attractive illustrations. It's never easy making new friends - but it doesn't have to be hard! No matter what grown-ups tell you, being little is hard work. There's so much to learn -- from sharing your toys and treats to taking turns when playing a game, and remembering to say please and thank you.  This adorable board book teaches children how to make new friends, with tips on ways to start talking and what games you can play together. Most importantly, it helps kids learn how to be kind and say sorry, and look out for someone who needs a new friend. More in the series! This is How We... Make Friends is one of four books about starting school series for preschoolers! It explains key concepts and life skills to children. Look out for This is How We... Get Ready, Eat Well, and Stay Safe to help your little ones grow confident to move about in the wider world.

We are better together like milk and cookies... Have fun completing all the pairs in this quirky book of peek-through partnerships!

Push and pull the tabs and turn the wheel In Busy Friends. Children will love seeing two best friends share their toys, swap treats, play in the park and give each other a big hug!

This bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and wonderful illustrations by Samantha Meredith is part of the popular Busy Book series

One of the most beloved children's stories ever-the classic Little Golden Book tale of Scuffy, an adventurous little tugboat. Meant for "bigger things," Scuffy the Tugboat leaves the man with the polka-dot tie and his little boy and sets off to explore the world. But on his daring adventure down the river, Scuffy realizes that home is where he'd rather be, sailing in his bathtub. Generations of parents and children have cherished this classic Little Golden Book, originally published in 1946.

A classic Little Golden Book-with a summertime theme! Nancy and Timmy hop out of their beds one summer morning and help pack their swimsuits and lunch. And then it's off to the seashore! In a charming rhyme, this Little Golden Book from 1951 (then titled A Day at the Beach) describes what preschoolers will find there- "You can catch little crabs-if you're quick! You can draw great big pictures right on the beach with a piece of a shell or a stick." Oh, what fun! From Kathryn and Byron Jackson, authors of the popular Little Golden Book The Saggy Baggy Elephant, and Corinne Malvern, illustrator of the Little Golden Books Doctor Dan the Bandage Man and Nurse Nancy.

The bestselling picture book of all time! Five little puppies dug a hole under the fence and went for a walk in the wide, wide world. . . . The Poky Little Puppy was one of the original twelve Little Golden Books published in 1942, and went on to become the bestselling picture book of all time. The story of a curious puppy, who digs holes under fences and who has to go to bed without any strawberry shortcake, has delighted families for generations. it is, quite simply, an icon. Delightful to read aloud, The Poky Little Puppy is a cherished story that every child should know.

First published in 1949—and now finally back in print—this charming story about a kitten beginning to make her way around the house will become a family favorite. Breathtaking artwork by Alice and Martin Provensen, who also illustrated The Color Kittens, has been lovingly restored for this edition.

Cuddle up with Nicholas the bunny in Richard Scarry's beloved classic.  I am a bunny. My name is Nicholas. I live in a hollow tree. In the spring, Nicholas picks flowers and chases butterflies, and in the summer, watches the frogs in the pond. In the autumn, he sees the animals preparing for the winter. When winter comes, Nicholas watches the snow falling from the sky, then curls up in his hollow tree and dreams about spring. In print for well over 50 years, this beautifully illustrated, gentle story has been a favorite Golden Book for generations.

How-dee! My name's Big Blue Bill, and I'm a truck. I've got 18 big wheels turning, 600 horses under the hood, and 53 feet o' trailer hangin' on behind . . . So begins a book that introduces all types of trucks (with names such as Bony Tony and Leif the Logging Truck), narrated by a good ol' boy semi-truck! Lively text and bold, colorful artwork of hip, anthropomorphic trucks will transport young readers down highways, into a truck stop, and onto a construction site.

A classic Little Golden Book by Goodnight Moon author Margaret Wise Brown and beloved illustrator Garth Williams. Scuppers the Dog wants to be a sailor. He was born at sea and he wants nothing more than to return to water. Finally, after a long time, Scuppers gets the chance to go out into the deep blue ocean-but his ship gets wrecked! Oh no! But Scuppers won't let that bother him. He fixes his boat and gets right back to it!

Three favorite fairy tales- Rapunzel, Beauty and the Beast, and Toads and Diamonds are brought beautifully to life in this classic Little Golden Book from 1959, with breathtaking illustrations by the inimitable Gordon Laite.

Celebrate Passover with this delightful baby board book teaching little ones all about this popular Jewish festival. Bold, brightly colored pictures, and short and snappy text is the perfect way to discover Passover together in this delightful book! From assembling the seder plate to making matzah soup, Baby's First Passover features all the familiar favorites associated with the springtime Jewish festival. This board book is perfect for children aged 2-4 years to develop early learning skills, with simple and vibrant pictures and sentences that promote language skills. The small, padded format of this book is perfect for little hands to hold, and babies and toddlers will enjoy turning the pages by themselves, helping with early reading development and fine motor skills. This charming board book features: - Bright images that are exciting for little ones to focus on - A small, sturdy, and padded design making it easy for babies to hold by themselves - A gentle introduction to Passover, with clear text for little ones to understand  - A  simple and clear design that's easy for little ones to follow along Learn all about this popular Jewish holiday with your little one! Baby's First Passover perfectly captures the joy of this special celebration and is an ideal preschool learning introduction to the traditions of the holiday. Complete the series! This delightful book is part of the Baby's First Holidays range of board books for babies and toddlers from DK Books. This educational and exciting collection includes Baby's First Hanukkah, Baby's First Diwali, and Baby's First Thanksgiving.

Learn why it rains with the help of The Very Hungry Caterpillar! In this nonfiction story, young readers can discover what rain is and why it falls. The miracles of nature come to life in this early-learning series centered around weather, featuring simple text and Eric Carle's classic illustrations!

Let's play with our Tyrannosaurus Rex friend! Learn all about the king of the dinosaurs that roamed North America more than 65 million years ago. This story features a fun finger puppet toy built into the board book encouraging interactive play, hand-eye coordination, and sensory and language development. Babies and toddlers learn best when they are playing, especially when their grown-ups are in on the fun! A perfect dinosaur introduction for littles stacked with fun dino facts. Smithsonian Kids books feature engaging educational content for little learners that reflect the integrity of the Smithsonian. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book goes to support the Smithsonian's educational mission. Collect the entire series in the Finger Puppet Collection from Cottage Door Press! The adorable built-in finger-puppet encourages interactive finger play, which helps develop little muscles and build finger strength, improving coordination and fine motor skills.  Soft plush and a rhyming story combine to provide both tactile and verbal learning opportunities to babies and toddlers. Thick board pages perfect for little hands to actively participate in storytime.  Lively illustrations and a plush finger puppet help keep little girls and boys engaged throughout. Babies and toddlers learn best when they are playing, especially when their grown-ups are in on the fun. Officially licensed Smithsonian Kids product.

AN INDIE BESTSELLER ● Fall in love with this board book edition of the laugh-out-loud third picture book in the bestselling Escargot series about a cute French snail who attends a Valentine's Day party--the perfect gift for Valentine's Day, baby showers, or celebrating love all year round. Bonjour! Today is Snailentine's Day, and Escargot is on his way to a party. Will his Snailentine be there? When he arrives, Escargot is a bit nervous and wants to hide in his shell. But in the end, he makes a surprising new friend in a fellow party guest. From New York Times-bestselling author Dashka Slater and former Pixar animator Sydney Hanson, Love, Escargot is an irresistibly sweet and charming story about unexpected friendship and Valentine's Day fun. This hilarious and interactive addition to the award-winning Escargot series is the ideal read aloud for babies and toddlers, story time, and animal lovers. Don't miss Escargot's other funny and heartwarming adventures for kids ages 4-6 in: ● Escargot (also available as a board book for babies and toddlers up to 3 years old) ● A Book for Escargot ● Escargot and the Search for Spring (also available as a board book for babies and toddlers up to 3 years old)

Beloved storyteller Anna Dewdney shows young children sweet ways to express their love on Valentine's Day and all year round inLlama Llama I Love You! With short and simple rhyming text, the Llama Llama board books introduce Llama Llama to babies and toddlers before they're ready for longer full-length stories. And their small size and durable pages are perfect for little hands. In Llama Llama I Love You, little llama shows his friends and family how much he loves them with heart-shaped cards and lots of hugs. What could be sweeter than Llama Llama on Valentine's Day?

The clever and hilarious star of the Geisel Award winners Fox at Night, Fox the Tiger, and Fox Has a Problem is back in another I Can Read adventure. There's only one Fox . . . except when there are two! Will Fox outfox this new fox Or will he make a new friend Carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and whimsical illustrations, Fox versus Fox is ideal for sharing with your emergent reader. The active, engaging My First I Can Read stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey. Other Fox books include Fox Has a Problem, Fox at Night, Fox versus Winter, Fox the Tiger, Fox Is Late, Fox and the Jumping Contest, and Fox and the Bike Ride.

Hamster Holmes and his firefly sidekick, Dr. Watt, solve colorful mysteries in this boxed set that features six Level 2 Ready-to-Read stories perfect for beginning readers! Hamster Holmes and his firefly partner, Dr. Watt, love solving mysteries! To find the truth behind each case, they look for clues, talk to witnesses, ask questions, observe the scene, and more...but the most important tool they have is their ability to work together as a team. This collection includes: Hamster Holmes, a Mystery Comes Knocking Hamster Holmes, Combing for Clues Hamster Holmes, on the Right Track Hamster Holmes, a Bit Stumped Hamster Holmes, Afraid of the Dark? Hamster Holmes, a Big-Time Puzzle