“There aren’t many ‘baby books’ that convey this kind of emotional richness supported by a perfect artistic form.” — Washington Post Book World When three baby owls awake one night to find their mother gone, they can't help but wonder where she is. Stunning illustrations capture the owls as they worry about their mother: What is she doing? When will she be back? Not surprisingly, a joyous flapping and dancing and bouncing greets her return, lending a celebratory tone to the ending of this … [Read more...] about Owl Babies by Martin Waddell
Biscuit 12-Book Phonics Fun!: Includes 12 Mini-Books Featuring Short and Long Vowel Sounds (My First I Can Read) by Alyssa Satin Capucilli
It's National Dog Biscuit Day! We can celebrate with Biscuit the golden puppy! This set of 12 simple and fun Biscuit storybooks is an excellent choice to share at home or in the preschool or kindergarten classroom. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children ages 3 to 6. Enter into the world of reading with I Can Read Phonics! Biscuit is everyone's favorite little yellow puppy, and this 12-book box set is a helpful teaching tool for emergent … [Read more...] about Biscuit 12-Book Phonics Fun!: Includes 12 Mini-Books Featuring Short and Long Vowel Sounds (My First I Can Read) by Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Stellaluna by Janell Cannon
Knocked from her mother’s safe embrace by an attacking owl, Stellaluna lands headfirst in a bird’s nest. This adorable baby fruit bat’s world is literally turned upside down when she is adopted by the occupants of the nest and adapts to their peculiar bird habits. Two pages of notes at the end of the story provide factual information about bats. “Delightful and informative but never didactic; a splendid debut.” —Kirkus Reviews … [Read more...] about Stellaluna by Janell Cannon
Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown
In this classic of children's literature, beloved by generations of readers and listeners, the quiet poetry of the words and the gentle, lulling illustrations combine to make a perfect book for the end of the day. In a great green room, tucked away in bed, is a little bunny. "Goodnight room, goodnight moon." And to all the familiar things in the softly lit room—to the picture of the three little bears sitting on chairs, to the clocks and his socks, to the mittens and the kittens, to everything … [Read more...] about Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown
Oh, the Pets You Can Get!: All About Our Animal Friends (Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library) by Tish Rabe
Today is National Love Your Pet Day! The Cat and Co. take off to the faraway land of Gerpletz where they know quite a lot about caring for pets—especially cats, dogs, guinea pigs, birds, and bunnies! From the food, shelter, exercise, and medical care they need to the love and companionship they crave, the Cat teaches beginning readers how to keep their pets (and themselves!) healthy, safe, and happy. … [Read more...] about Oh, the Pets You Can Get!: All About Our Animal Friends (Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library) by Tish Rabe
Dinosaur Dance! by Sandra Boynton
ZANG! BOP! KIDDLY POW! The DINOSAUR DANCE is starting NOW! Join Boynton’s lively prehistoric bunch as they get everyone’s tails shaking for a feet-stomping good time. Whether they dance the Shimmy Shimmy Shake, the Quivery Quake, or just decide to Cha-Cha-Cha, young readers are sure to giggle along with these adorable creatures that are ready for a ROARING good time! … [Read more...] about Dinosaur Dance! by Sandra Boynton
Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin
Dragons love tacos. They love chicken tacos, beef tacos, great big tacos, and teeny tiny tacos. So if you want to lure a bunch of dragons to your party, you should definitely serve tacos. Buckets and buckets of tacos. Unfortunately, where there are tacos, there is also salsa. And if a dragon accidentally eats spicy salsa...oh, boy. You're in red-hot trouble. The award-winning team behind Those Darn Squirrels! has created an unforgettable, laugh-until-salsa-comes-out-of-your-nose tale of new … [Read more...] about Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin
Thomas’ Color Book (Thomas & Friends) by Random House
Learn all about colors with Thomas the Tank Engine as he rides the rails with his colorful friends around the colorful Island of Sodor. … [Read more...] about Thomas’ Color Book (Thomas & Friends) by Random House
Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin, Jr Eric Carle
Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? is the final collaboration from this bestselling author-illustrator team: Bill Martin, Jr. and Eric Carle. Young readers will enjoy Baby Bear's quest to find Mama, and they'll revel in identifying each of the native North American animals that appear along the way. The central focus on the special bond between mother and child makes a fitting finale to a beloved series. … [Read more...] about Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin, Jr Eric Carle
Peek-a Who? by Nina Laden
"A board book that's become a staple for baby showers and first libraries, little ones love Nina Laden's simple rhyming text and peek a boo cutouts." Seira Wilson, Amazon Editor Colorful pictures and simple rhyming texts help children guess what's peeking through the die cut windows in these two fun board books. The anticipation of what's hiding on the next page and the bright, engaging illustrations will keep youngsters guessing and giggling all the way to the surprise endings … [Read more...] about Peek-a Who? by Nina Laden
