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Learning becomes fun with this book about the life cycle of a green sea turtle and its coral reef habitat. Floating far out in the ocean, Kiki is becoming a gentle giant. She swims to shallower water where a rainbow of corals puts on a show. Kiki adopts the busy coral reef as her new home and discovers fish of all sizes and lots of surprises! There’s lots of teamwork going on too, including a gang of tangs that clean up the algae growing on her shell. But something calls her back to the beach . . . and the cycle of life continues. In the back matter Malnor offers a concise beginner’s guide to sea turtles and coral reefs, plus a variety of “teaching treasures” for further learning.

Beautiful art and a fun poetic cumulative verse makes learning fun! Readers will gain knowledge of the ecosystem in the swamps and an appreciation for the world around us! Under the algae that carpets the swamp, near the duck who paddles in ooze, close to the turtle who takes a snooze . . . hides a gator! Still as a log, only his watchful eyes can be seen. What happens to the duck, the turtle, the egret, the deer, and the many other critters of the swamp when gator makes his move? Children will search for the gator and get a glimpse of real life in a swamp. Back material offers insight into this unique habitat and each of the featured animals. Berkes offers tips on how to engage young children actively in the topic, and Baird—who lives in Texas and has gators in her back yard—offers insights into how she created the images digitally.

Consider the dandelion. It lives life fully, flies with beauty, survives storms, endures darkness, never gives up. It is one of nature’s greatest success stories. Like dandelions, each of us can make the world a brighter place. The trick is to bloom right where we are. Back matter includes information and activities about dandelions and weeds, seed dispersal, and the theme of courage, patience, and perseverance. Consider the dandelion. It lives life fully, flies with beauty, survives storms, endures darkness, never gives up. It is one of nature’s greatest success stories. Like dandelions, each of us can make the world a brighter place. The trick is to bloom right where we are. Back matter includes information and activities about dandelions and weeds, seed dispersal, and the theme of courage, patience, and perseverance.

A wild prairie is a lively place in this rhythmic romp with munchers and crunchers above and below the grasses so thick, and fires that flare, and rains that quench—and always the prairie grows green. Back matter offers information and activities for a fuller appreciation of this marvelous, disappearing habitat. A wild prairie is a lively place in this rhythmic romp with munchers and crunchers above and below the grasses so thick, and fires that flare, and rains that quench—and always the prairie grows green. Back matter offers information and activities for a fuller appreciation of this marvelous, disappearing habitat.

An exciting new picture book—perfect for the little monster in your life! Everybody knows monsters can be…well, MONSTERS. But did you know sometimes even monsters get scared? They can be sad, they can be kind, they can miss their mommies. Sometimes, they’re just plain silly. And even monsters need to brush their teeth! A funny and family-friendly picture book by innovative author/illustrator A. J. Smith, who combines traditional storytelling with exciting interactive digital components.

Every kind of bird has their very own kind of sound! Cheerful sounds,mournful sounds, sweet sounds, weird sounds. You can tell who they are without even opening your eyes. And what fun to sing along! John Himmelman knows those sounds well and loves to share his enthusiasm for birds. He explains how to call birds by “pishing,” gives tips on how to attract birds by feeding them, how to make your list of birds, and more. Every kind of bird has their very own kind of sound! Cheerful sounds,mournful sounds, sweet sounds, weird sounds. You can tell who they are without even opening your eyes. And what fun to sing along! John Himmelman knows those sounds well and loves to share his enthusiasm for birds. He explains how to call birds by “pishing,” gives tips on how to attract birds by feeding them, how to make your list of birds, and more.

Sung to the tune of “Over in the Meadow”, this informative and fun rhyming format and amazing artwork will inspire children in classrooms and at home to appreciate the world around us! Discover twenty cool animals, ten great mountain ranges, and seven continents all in one story! And do it in the age-old style of children the world over—by clapping, counting, singing, and acting like . . . well, animals! A simple world map makes it easy for children to locate the continents and the mountain ranges where the animals live. A “Tips from the Author” page has suggested activities and a “Tips from the Illustrator” page offers an interesting perspective from the artist, who created the illustrations using cut paper.

Learn about the water cycle through a fun story about two drops of water, Pitter and Patter. Take a ride with Pitter on a water cycle! Tumble from the sky, careen off a leaf, plunge into a stream as you travel through a watershed. Then take a ride with Patter—even through an underground cave. Oh, the places you’ll go and the creatures you’ll s

Science and story blend seamlessly in this book about the lives of moles. Learning becomes fun with rhyming text! Below your feet, Mighty Mole is on the move. Like a swimmer in dirt, she strokes through the soil. Her tunnels are everywhere! She finds food, eludes a predator, has a family, and helps to make Super Soil. Moles live almost everywhere yet are rarely seen. Similarly, soil is a largely invisible ecosystem and yet is vital to the health of the world. Following the story, two “Explore More for Kids” pages offer a matching challenge and a review of some of the remarkable traits that make moles “mighty.”

As the landscape changes with each season, Charlotte Zolotow captures the beauty of nature at different times of the year. Follow along as the seasons change with each poem. There is spring with the business of nest-building, summer with its abundance of roses, fall with the tangy perfume of chrysanthemums, and winter with the frozen pond surrounded by whiteness. By the beloved author Charlotte Zolotow and illustrated by Tiphanie Beeke. For poetry and nature lovers of all ages!

Spreading a little kindness can make a big difference for everyone. But what does it mean to be kind? Find out in this title from the award-winning series—now in paperback! Part of the award-winning What Does It Mean to Be…? series, What Does It Mean to Be Kind? uses a proactive approach that explains the idea of kindness in an accessible and understandable way. A girl in a red hat finds the courage to be kind to the new student in class. Her kindness spreads little by little until her whole community experiences the magical shift that happens when everyone understands— and acts on—what it means to be kind. Perfect for anyone interested in fostering empathy and enlightening the world. Now in paperback!

Honey is a sweet gift from nature—ALL of nature, actually. Honey is linked in a very real way to dandelions, earthworms, mushrooms, the old oak tree and even the blue jays squawking in its branches. If you love nature’s honey, you are sure to love nature too. How sweet it is! A simple but accurate diagram in the back matter explains how bees make honey and also pollinate plants, as well as the role of beneficial insects and decomposers. Honey is a sweet gift from nature—ALL of nature, actually. Honey is linked in a very real way to dandelions, earthworms, mushrooms, the old oak tree and even the blue jays squawking in its branches. If you love nature’s honey, you are sure to love nature too. How sweet it is! A simple but accurate diagram in the back matter explains how bees make honey and also pollinate plants, as well as the role of beneficial insects and decomposers.

It’s Christmas Eve! Are you ready for Santa’s sleigh to come to your home? It’s a magical Christmas Eve, and all of the children in your town are sleeping. Well, all of the children but you! How could you possibly fall asleep when you know Santa and his sleigh are on their way, and there’s still so much left to do! Santa’s Sleigh Is on Its Way is a fun, rhyming Christmas story combining the magic of Santa with the joy of sharing a holiday story with the little ones.

“There simply is no other like you.” Hooray for You! is a celebration of “you-ness”—the grand sum of body, mind, and heart that makes every person truly unique! The perfect gift of congratulations, encouragement, or just because, Hooray for You! is the ideal way to commemorate the simplest or most significant life accomplishments.

Children learn about the life cycle of a green bean from the perspective of a young girl and her dog. A freckled-faced young gardener opens a packet of seeds. And the magic begins! Crisp verses take the reader through the growing season—from a sprout peeking out, to a curlicue catching dew, to a vine twining on a line, until finally . . . GREEN BEANS! Trina’s watercolors match the mood of a garden, and in the backmatter Patricia provides life cycle science and related vocabulary, and instructions on growing your own green beans. This book is sure to encourage young gardeners to put their toes in the soil and perhaps even read a book in a garden nook.

Learning becomes fun with this book about Africa’s savanna. Amazing artwork will inspire children in classrooms and at home to appreciate the world around us! Come along on a safari! You’ll meet lions and rhinos and hippos—oh, my! You’ll also find elephants that squirt, giraffes that slurp, and hornbills that toot. Africa’s savanna is home to a delightful diversity of animals. Kids will love to sing about them—and count them, too! Cut paper illustrations add to the discovery, highlighting some animals and hiding others. Safaris are fun! Information about the animals, a map of Africa, and tips from both the author and the illustrator on how to use this book with children round out a very helpful package.

Learning becomes fun with this book about animals on the farm. Amazing artwork and rhyming text sung to the tune of “Over in the meadow” will inspire children in classrooms and at home to appreciate the world around us! Welcome to the farm, where pigs roll, goats nibble, horses gallop, hens peck, and turkeys strut! Count, clap, and sing along to the classic tune of “Over in the Meadow” while learning about life on a classic farm. This book is one of Marianne’s own favorites, and is a delight for children and adults alike. Cathy’s illustrations are charming. And as usual, Marianne offers up a potpourri of valuable information about farm animals and suggestions for child-friendly activities.

Cruise in to bedtime alongside cars of all kinds! This bouncy text explores the wonderful world of cars zipping up, down, fast, and slow. And at the end of the day it’s bedtime for these busy cars: Rest cars, Hush cars No more rush, cars. Cars pull in, turn off the light.

Everyone Needs At Least One More Moose When Martha decided she must have a pet, she marveled and mulled over what she should get. But much of the choices made Martha quite glum… instead of magnificent, most were humdrum. And just as it seemed like it might be no use… she made up her mind that she must have one… moose! When Martha gets an unusual pet, she’s delighted by all of the fun things they do together. If one moose is this marvelous, then more moose must be even better! Pretty soon, Martha has more moose than she can handle in this playful pet story.

Learning about the wildlife that lives in urban landscapes and the reasons why is fun for readers because it happens through the eyes of Scooter the dog and is delivered through his story. Wild ones are moving into the city! Follow the adorable, curious dog Scooter as he travels through an urban landscape, seeing many wild animals. Cathy’s charming illustrations draw upon real-life city scenes from across the United States. Supplementary material contains information about the wild species now often living in cities and how they have adapted. Plus Carol offers a section “Is it Really True?” that is both informational and fun. This book is a wonderful aid for children to become aware of the presence of wild animals and understand why they have taken to living in cities.