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A hide-and-seek picture book from New York Times award-winning author Leo Timmers, about three silly knights and a clever dragon in disguise. The king can’t sleep for fear of the dragon, so he sends his three knights outside to find it. With only one candle between them, they go out into the dark. Is that a dragon? Attack! But every suspicious shape turns out to be something else, until the knights confidently turn for home, not noticing what’s behind them. This cleverly illustrated game-inside-a-book will have young children shouting out loud in delight as they spot the dragon hidden on every page. With intricately detailed illustrations and joyful rhyming text, this picture book is a fun read-aloud for toddlers and pre-schoolers aged 2 years and up. Where Is the Dragon? is an absurdly fun take on mistaken dragon identity, from the master storyteller and author of Monkey on the Run, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book. Leo Timmers is one of Belgium’s pre-eminent picture book artists. Translated from the Dutch edition by poet James Brown. Picture Book Winner, Teach Early Years Awards 2021. Other books by Leo Timmers: Elephant Island Monkey on The Run Who’s Driving? Gus’s Garage Franky Bang! Praise for Where Is the Dragon? “[A] beautiful, unsolvable riddle about fear, its manifestations and what it means to try to conquer what might have no intention of ever causing any harm.”―The New York Times “[A] lilting Seussian singsong, with wonderful, surprising rhymes, and little readers and their grown-ups will have a great time combining their voices and giggling through the proceedings.”―Kirkus Reviews, starred review Praise for Leo Timmers: Monkey On The Run: “The silly antics of the little monkey provide forward momentum, but the details in each illustration kept calling us back for a more thorough examination.” A New York Times / New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Book 2019 Gus’s Garage: “Clearly, one animal’s clutter is another pig’s livelihood in this buoyant, rhyming tale.” The New York Times Who‘s Driving?: “Belgian illustrator Leo Timmers creates a delightful play on the fable of ‘The Tortoise and the Hare’, which sees the hare driving a racing car.” The Telegraph, Book of the Year 2020

This 25th anniversary novelty edition of the multi-million–copy bestselling board book features a freshly redesigned cover and die-cut flaps! Where are baby’s hands? Under the bubbles! Where are baby’s eyes? Under her hat! Little ones play peekaboo with a cast of adorable babies while learning the names for body parts in this delightful interactive book. This chunky board book with easy-to-lift board flaps that lay flush to the page are perfect for parents and children to share.

A is for seed, B is for eggs, C is for milk – what’s going on here? The seed is tomorrows Apple, the eggs are tomorrows Birds, the milk is tomorrows Cheese! Explore a wonderful world of possibility with an imaginative alphabet puzzle that encouraged young readers to look beyond the obvious.

White Rabbit finds three pots of paint―and discovers the magic of color! Young children will enjoy following Alan Baker’s inquisitive LITTLE RABBITS as they make new discoveries. Simple storylines and playful artwork offer a fresh approach to learning early concepts.

With bright, bold art and simple yet engaging text, this board book favorite is the perfect gift for curious young minds and readers who love Little Blue Truck. From fire trucks to convertibles and snails to elephants, here’s a book that’s full of toddler favorites! Kids can solve the puzzle: which animal is driving which vehicle? Bold illustrations full of funny details will make kids love reading–and playing–this simple guessing game again and again. Check this book out for: A fun, interactive read-along Teaching kids how to build listening skills Kids who love animals A great gift that provides endless entertainment

This classic Ziefert–Taback board book was named one of the “10 Best Books for Babies” by Beginning with Books. The fun begins when a rooster’s “cock-a-doodle-doo!” is answered with a “moo!” This enduring favorite combines interactivity with Caldecott-winning artist Simms Taback’s endearing menagerie of animals. (App also available.)

A charmingly funny read-aloud that asks an important question: “Who sank the boat?” Beside the sea, there once lived a cow, a donkey, a sheep, a pig, and a tiny little mouse. They were good friends, and one warm, sunny morning, for no particular reason, they decided to go for a row in the bay. Do you know who sank the boat? “The idea is funny, the pictures are splendid, and the easy text is just right for the very young.”—The New Yorker “A bright, brisk tale, simply told, illustrated by cheerful, comical pictures.”—The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

Who stole the cookies from the cookie jar? Piggy stole the cookies from the cookie jar! Who Me? Yes, you! Couldn’t be! Then Who? Was it Piggy, Kitty, Bunny, Dog, or Mouse? They each have a motiveA of them love cookies–but no one wants to take the blame for this cookie caper. Play along by pulling the interactive tab on each page, and see if you can figure out whose hand is in the cookie jar!

A lonely little mouse has to be resourceful to bring his family back together. In a series of delightfully imaginary achievements, “nobody’s mouse” transforms himself into the beloved hero of his mother, father, sister, and brand-new baby brother. In their very first collaboration, Robert Kraus and Jose Aruego give charm and validity to one of childhood’s more difficult experiences. Tender and catchy, Robert Kraus’s rhyming text, combined with Jose Aruego’s large, vibrantly clever illustrations, makes for a storytime classic. Recommended Age: 0-3 Format: Paperback Dimensions: 210x280mm 32 pages

"In this Caldecott Medal winner, Mosquito tells a story that causes a jungle disaster. “Elegance has become the Dillons’ hallmark. . . . Matching the art is Aardema’s uniquely onomatopoeic text . . . An impressive showpiece.”

A stunning Willy book with spectacular, surreal paintings – by one of the most acclaimed of all picture book artists. Willy loves to dream. He dreams that he’s a film star, a sumo wrestler, a ballet dancer, a painter, an explorer, a famous writer, a scuba diver… Sometimes he dreams that he can’t run but he can fly. He dreams he’s a giant or he’s tiny, a beggar or a king, in a strange landscape or all at sea. He dreams of fierce monsters and super heroes, of the past and, sometimes, the future. Willy’s dreamland is a gallery of amazing and magical pictures, each one magnificently executed and packed with bananas and slyly surreal details that cannot fail to intrigue and delight. The pictures pay homage to famous paintings by the likes of Dali, Magritte and Henri Rousseau, as well as film and book characters and much more.

This Caldecott Honor classic is a simple yet important story about friendship. Two kids meet on a street. “Yo!” says one. “Yes?” says the other. And so begins a conversation that turns strangers into friends. With vibrant illustrations, Chris Raschka’s rhythmic read-aloud is a celebration of differences – and how it just takes a few words to overcome them. More relevant than ever in our divided world, this 1993 Caldecott Award-winning classic is presented in an accessible paperback format.

I think this book very beautifully illustrates what anger may feel like, a volcano ready to explode! Sophie lets off steam by running… and crying… then she comes to her senses, seeing, hearing, feeling nature. “The wide world comforts her.” “Sophie feels better now.” She returns home to the warmth and familiar smells and sounds and sights of home. She is welcomed home. She is not her anger. This book really offers a way to open up dialogue about anger and other emotions. Kids can relate their feelings to colors, to things in nature. Mindfulness is about being aware of the present moment while you are in it. Coming to our senses brings us into the present moment. Mindfulness is a wonderful anger management tool, feeling the emotion in the body, focusing on the sensation rather than reacting from it. Teaching mindfulness allows for opportunities to respond rather than react.

The board book is strong and even the flaps are made of a stronger paper so babies can’t easily rip them out. It is a great book for introducing animals/animal sounds to little ones.

A classic friendship story from the beloved Eric Carle, creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. This board book edition is the perfect fit for little hands. This is a simple and nearly wordless picture book for children to explore in a variety of ways. Shared with little ones, the bright pictures showing a small gray mouse’s search for the perfect pal help introduce colors, animals, and sounds. Many preschoolers will also be drawn to the idea of looking for a friend. Fans of The Secret Birthday Message and The Mixed-Up Chameleon will delight in this ingenious picture book by the brilliant Eric Carle. Other favorite classic books from Eric Carle include The Very Hungry Caterpillar, The Grouchy Ladybug, From Head to Toe, and many others.

Rod Campbell’s classic lift-the-flap book Dear Zoo has been a firm favorite with toddlers and parents alike ever since it was first published in 1982. Young readers love lifting the flaps to discover the animals the zoo has sent—a monkey, a lion, and even an elephant! But will they ever find the perfect pet? With bright, bold artwork, a catchy refrain, and a whole host of favorite animals, Dear Zoo is a must for every child’s bookshelf.

Discover the hilarious schooltime companion to the beloved, bestselling, and Caldecott Honor-winning classic, No, David! – in paperback for the first time! David’s teacher has her hands full. From running in the halls to chewing gum in class, David’s high-energy antics fill each schoolday with trouble – and are sure to bring a smile to even the best-behaved reader.

This acclaimed Caldecott Honor Book is a visually exciting introduction to colors, shapes, and animals for preschoolers. Share this classic die-cut concept book at home or at circle time. Lois Ehlert, of Chicka Chicka Boom Boom fame, was a picture book genius. “Boldly designed pages easily carry to the rear of the room during story hours, and brilliant juxtapositions of vibrant primary colors will make children’s eyes tingle.” (School Library Journal) “A masterpiece of graphic design.” (American Library Association Caldecott Committee) “Color Zoo is about concepts—shapes, colors, and animals—but also about looking at the world in a new and creative way.” (Children’s Books and Their Creators) “Employs ingeniously designed, perfectly die-cut and bound pages which line up exactly to unfold nine distinctly recognizable abstractly formed animal heads. Immensely enjoyable.” (CCBC Choices) Shapes and colors in your zoo, lots of things that you can do. Heads and ears, beaks and snouts, that’s what animals are all about. I know animals and you do too; make some new ones for your zoo.

Now the inspiration for a new Christmas special, CLICK, CLACK, MOO: Christmas on the Farm. New York Times bestselling duo Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin’s Caldecott Honor–winning book is now available as a Level 2 Ready-to-Read! Farmer Brown has a problem. His cows like to type. All day long he hears: Click, clack, moo. Click, clack, moo. Click, clack, moo. But Farmer Brown’s problems REALLY begin when his cows start leaving him notes! Come join the fun as a bunch of literate cows turn Farmer Brown’s farm upside-down!

Chrysanthemum is a funny and honest school story about teasing, self-esteem, and acceptance to share all year round. Written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes, the nationally bestselling and celebrated creator of Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse, Owen, and Kitten’s First Full Moon, Chrysanthemum is a don’t-miss classic, especially for back to school. Chrysanthemum thinks her name is absolutely perfect—until her first day of school. “You’re named after a flower!” teases Victoria. “Let’s smell her,” says Jo. Chrysanthemum wilts. What will it take to make her blossom again? This popular picture book has sold more than a million copies and was named a Notable Book for Children by the American Library Association. “Perfectly executed in words and illustration, Chrysanthemum exemplifies Henkes’s talent for creating true picture stories for young audiences.”—The Horn Book