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A celebration of a beloved folk artist, and her artistic expression of joy and beauty. Known for her vibrant and cheerful paintings of landscapes, plants, and animals, Maud Lewis' iconic folk art is celebrated around the world. Despite her beautiful art, she spent much of her life living in poverty with rheumatoid arthritis. In this stunning picture book, author Kathy Stinson and illustrator Lauren Soloy bring Maud's world to life: how she captured in her art what she loved most, while navigating the mobility issues caused by her condition. From bright paintings of the sea and countryside, to the flowers and birds she painted on the walls of the small house she shared with her husband, Maud's work continues to delight and inspire viewers young and old. A Tulip in Winter features: Backmatter about Maud Lewis' life and legacy Notes from the author and illustrator about how Maud has impacted their lives Uplifting and visually compelling, Maud's story will inspire young readers to find and

“A truly original tale that reminds young readers to see the inherent value in themselves and others … Stunning … Truly luminous.”—Kirkus, STARRED ReviewFrom Hans Christian Andersen Award nominee Linda Wolfsgruber, comes a stunning story of embracing one’s unique beauty and true self.From high up, Moon gazes down from the night sky and envies the beautiful dresses worn by people on Earth. “How I would love to have a dress like that too,” thought the moon. Quickly, Moon invites the help from a confident, high-fashion tailor who promises to create a one-of-a-kind gown.As the tailor takes Moon’s measurements and begins his work, he quickly discovers a problem: each time Moon returns for a fitting, its shape has changed! The moon wanes and waxes, shrinking to a thin crescent and then growing full again, making it impossible for the tailor’s dress to ever fit. He begins to wonder: could any dress he makes ever be as wonderful as the Moon’s own shiny light?Through playful and poetic narrativ

From the extraordinary Hans Christian Andersen award winner Suzy Lee comes an inventive retelling of a Korean folk tale about a young traveler who outwits a rich, selfish man to ensure that villagers will always be able to rest in the shade of a magnificent tree.Villagers like to come to rest and cool down in the shade of a huge, old tree. But when a young traveler decides to join them one day, a rich man on whose land the tree stands demands they leave because he owns the tree and therefore its shade. Thinking fast, the traveler strikes a deal: one that will enable him to outsmart the rich man--and ensure that the villagers will always have access to the shade tree's shade, wherever it may fall.With simple, elegant illustrations, The Shade Tree is a striking story about one person's quest to combat greed for the greater good.

Discover nature's secret world with this amazing collection of X-ray photographs of animals and plants Using incredible X-ray techniques, Inside In displays creatures and their natural habitats in a never-before-seen way. Kids will learn the awesome answers to questions like: What does a bee look like under its furry coat? How does a seahorse protect itself with armor and a skeleton? How does a tree frog use its eyes to swallow?This visually stunning and highly original book is perfect for keeping kids engaged during home-schooling and online learning: X-ray images are cool and fun to look at Simple text helps kids understand the animals and plants in each image.Pops of neon colors make animals and plants come to life.

Kids 4 to 8 will marvel at the brightly glowing creatures and other living organisms in this stunning, poetic, and science-based exploration of bioluminescence.When it's dark out, we need light to see. But what if your body could make its own light? From acclaimed author-illustrator Julia Kuo comes a remarkable picture book about bioluminescence, the light made from living things, and its many forms: fireflies and foxfire, fungi and glow-worms, deep-sea fish and vampire squids. Kuo's radiant art portrays a young child and adult discovering different bioluminescent creatures, accompanied by simple lyrical text and informative sidebars that reveal fascinating scientific facts about each of them.An introduction to an extraordinary natural phenomenon, Luminous shines a light upon how truly wondrous the world is.Luminous features: Brilliant and unique illustrations: The depiction of vibrant bioluminescent species against an unusual black backdrop creates an unforgettable visual experience f

A breathtaking mountain adventure, in which a boy finds his inner strength, from the author of the critically-acclaimed, award-winning novel The Heart Paul is ten years old and lives with his aunt and uncle. Bruce, an old family friend, suddenly reappears after three years of silence, eager to keep a promise he made to Paul to take him on a three-day mountain trek. Paul longs for Bruce's friendship and wants badly to prove himself. But he is also timid and unsure, and Bruce--who is better at doing than explaining--doesn't make it any easier.A dramatic event gives Paul the chance to find his inner strength, and to show himself and everyone else what he is capable of.This uniquely illustrated coming-of-age story for teens can help create thought-provoking discussion about: Finding independence, resiliency, and self-confidence The importance of guidance and mentorship from trusted adults An Aldana Libros Book

An adorable and STEM-themed picture book that captures the wisdom that mushrooms can teach us, for kids 4 to 8.This vibrant and informative book shares the fascinating lessons that we can learn from fungi: that small can be mighty, being unique is a reason to celebrate--and staying connected is key.A whimsical addition to the nonfiction science and nature shelf, Mushrooms Know features: Facts about fungi, including that they have underground networks and help treesSide bars that dive further into the science of mushroomsLively art and charming textMushrooms always wear their thinking caps. They know so many things.

This joyful and soothing book about ocean sounds for kids 3-7 will transport readers to the seaside. When a child visits the ocean with his little brother, he whispers to him, "The ocean has lots to say, if you listen." Together, they hear wondrous things, like the rumble of pebbles tumbling and filling the beach with shiny gems, the bark of a seal playing peekaboo, and the whooshing of a shell murmuring messages. The second book in the Sounds of Nature Series for young children, I Hear You, Ocean is an excellent resource for outdoor education and social-emotional learning, helping to teach: How to engage with nature in fun and respectful ways Mindfulness and empathy with the world around usPositive and gentle play with younger siblingsThe ocean makes magical sounds--you just have to listen!

Let's all draw dinosaurs ... outdoors!In this remarkable picture book, a group of students spend an unforgettable day drawing dinosaurs outside with their extraordinary teacher.Maybe your school has a playground, gym, computers, and a library. But at this school in a faraway mountain range, things are a little different. There's a blackboard, some chairs ... and not much else. But with the help of an extraordinary teacher and a little imagination, anything is possible!The students in this spirited picture book spend their days drawing dinosaurs outdoors. They draw astounding, spectacular creatures that come to life before their eyes, and turn their school into a wondrous place, where any child would want to go and learn.Drawing Outdoors celebrates the amazing impact of teachers, and the wonderful worlds kids can create while drawing. A perfect gift for a beloved teacher, kids who love dinosaurs, and aspiring artists!An Aldana Libros Book

This joyful book about nature sounds for kids 3-7 will transport readers up a magnificent mountain.The mountains have lots to say… if you listen.It’s time for a hike in the mountains! A group of friends sets off, ready for adventure, with their ears open and their hearts too. From the rush of a waterfall and a chipmunk chattering cheerfully to the peck of a rascally bird trying to steal a snack, there are many exciting sounds to discover.The third book in the “Sounds of Nature” series for young children, I Hear You, Mountains is an excellent resource for outdoor education and social-emotional learning, helping to teach:How to engage with nature in fun and respectful waysConnection and empathy with living thingsMindfulness, observation, and imaginationLEVELINGGuided Reading Level: L

The Rainbow Fish for kids who love the garden.A moving picture book for ages 3 to 8 about a daisy who is told she's "just a weed"--and embarks on a journey to find her place in the garden.Daisy is new to the garden and just opening her petals to the sun when Rose tells her that she's just a weed. What's a weed? Daisy asks. Weeds aren't planted on purpose, Rose explains, and they only get in the way. Soon Daisy compares herself to other plants in the garden: she isn't tall like Sunflower, nor sweet like Strawberry, nor fragrant like Rose. Daisy worries that Rose might be right--that she is a weed after all--until a strange and beautiful plant offers Daisy a different perspective. Maybe Daisy can choose her own purpose! And why do others get to decide who she is? This sweet and empowering story is the perfect gift for teaching young children about: Self-compassion and confidence. Daisy learns that she is so much more than "just a weed" and that it's up to her to define who she is, not ot

Emperor Montezuma's court tries everything to cure his bad mood in this delightful and hilarious story that sheds light on life in the Aztec empire--and the origins of hot chocolate. Montezuma is in a bad mood today. He doesn't want to see anyone or do anything! The people in the palace are very worried. They try everything they can to make Montezuma smile. They bring gifts, make music, and even dance. What to do? This vibrantly illustrated picture book shares the enduring symbols of Aztec life, from Quetzalc鏇tl, the magnificent plumed serpent, to its temples, codices, drums, and Montezuma's elaborate palace full of people and creatures. At the center of the story is xocol嫢l, a delicious treat enjoyed by Indigenous peoples of Mexico long before the Spaniards arrived. Today xocol嫢l (chocolate) is eaten, drunk, and enjoyed all over the world. But before all that happened, Montezuma had a tantrum... An Aldana Libros Book, Greystone Kids

A perfect holiday read for kids 4-8, this beautiful book shares a letter from Befana, the winter witch. Befana is a remarkable character from Italian folklore. On the 6th of January, she flies on a broom through the icy winter sky to visit children and bring them presents. In this stunningly illustrated book, Befana shares her secrets in a letter to all children: how she wears her warmest cloak for the journey, and sips a special soup that makes her invisible when visiting homes. She fills the stockings of some children with sweets, but leaves lumps of coal in others. For people of all ages, she brings the most precious gift of all: the promise of Spring, and nature's rebirth. This enchanting story provides: Backmatter with facts about Befana and other winter witch traditionsA conversation starter about different holiday and winter traditions around the worldEnchanting illustrations that capture the magic of Befana and the beauty of winterInsight into Italian folklore for kidsDestined

A gorgeously illustrated story of a swallow who goes against the flock, and the wonderful friendship that emerges from her decision. For kids 3-7, The Swallow Who Stayed is a beautiful celebration of the seasons and what happens when we have the courage to be different. Iris asked the other birds, "What happens to the forest when we leave?" But nobody knew the answer. No swallow had ever stayed long enough to see. It's time for the swallows to fly South for the winter. But not for Iris, a curious swallow, who has always wondered what the winter is like and decides to stay. One by one, the leaves fall from the trees and the cold begins to settle. Soon an icy wind blows and big snowflakes tumble from the sky. Maybe staying for the winter was a mistake... Though everything changes when Iris stumbles into the home of a squirrel. With Philip Giordano's geometric art, this heartfelt story shares the incredible surprises that happen when we dare to do something different, and celebrates a fri

A love letter to Indigenous communities everywhere, this picture book gorgeously illustrated by Julie Flett celebrates seasons, nature, and community.Based on Academy Award-winning Cree icon Buffy Sainte-Marie's song of the same name, Still This Love Goes On is a stunning celebration of Indigenous experience. Breathtaking illustrations from celebrated Cree-M彋is artist Julie Flett combine with Sainte-Marie's vivid lyrics to craft a remarkable piece of art. Destined to be read and sung for generations, this gem of a picture book is accompanied by: Sheet music so that readers can play along A note from Sainte-Marie about her much-admired song Sat beside a beaver dam and watched the winter growIce was hard with little tracks appearing in the snowFog is in the valley now and all the geese are goneCross the moon I saw them go andStill this love goes on and onStill this love goes on.

"The small shall be large . . . that's how it must be."In the Andean foothills, a five-year-old Quechua girl is entrusted with a big job: to collect a marrow bone from the neighbor for the family soup. A stunning debut from Indigenous author Suniyay Moreno.Picu's family is very poor. In the dry Andean foothills, her mother must feed fourteen people--her kids, her relatives' kids, and the hired hand's kids--every day. One morning, Picu, the youngest sister, is sent to get a marrow bone from a neighbor. The bone will add flavor and nutrition to the lunchtime soup. Her mother warns her not to dawdle on the two-hour walk, each way, through the wild landscape.But Picu can't help it! She marvels at the butterflies, samples the cactus fruit, and daydreams about using the marrow bone as a football. Will the neighbor let her family keep the bone after the soup is made? Will her mother let her play with it? And will she be punished for being so late?Picu is a child of joie de vivre and resourcef

A stunningly illustrated picture book about a curious caterpillar searching for the true meaning of the word "beautiful." But is there one true meaning--or many? A caterpillar lives a simple life on his leaf until one day, an UnKnown Thing picks him up and calls him beautiful. A question forms in the caterpillar's mind: "What is beautiful?"So begins a quest to discover the true meaning of the word beautiful. Much to the caterpillar's surprise, each animal in the forest has their own unique definition: A bear declares that honeycomb is beautiful The squirrels say leaves are beautiful A mole says his burrow is beautiful What's a caterpillar to do? How Beautiful offers kids an immersive, memorable experience. Elaborate and vivid illustrations by Melissa Castrill n, author of Yellow Kayak and If I Had a Little Dream, combine with a sweet, central message: Beauty is as diverse as we are."Beautiful" means something different to everyone, and that's okay The beauty of the natural world is wor

This silly yet sophisticated picture book will make kids AND parents laugh--the perfect story for reading aloud For fans of Strictly No ElephantsA child takes a dog for a walk. At least, so the child insists. But nobody else sees a dog Neighbors try to figure out why a child is walking a banana on a leash, while the child tries to make them understand that the banana is really a dog. A dog named Banana But...it can't be. Can it?My Dog Banana is a jewel of absurdity that brings to life a diverse group of characters, filled with classic charm and endless humour.

走進 No. 5 Bubblegum Street，就像打開一扇充滿驚喜的門。這棟公寓裡的鄰居各有特色：有夢想北極冒險的河馬、有收集世界植物的黑豹、也有努力烤蛋糕的猴子，甚至還有熱愛跳舞的蝙蝠。樓梯間總是傳來音樂、敲擊聲與笑鬧氣氛，空氣中飄散著蛋糕香味。最令人期待的，是每天六點大家齊聚屋頂的派對，展現才華，分享熱鬧。插圖明快鮮明，充滿幽默小細節，讓孩子一再翻閱，邊看邊發現新驚喜。非常適合喜愛 Richard Scarry 的讀者。"Share[s] the bright hand-drawn style of beloved Scarry characters. The colours are gorgeous and it’s brimming with amusing details to keep little ones engaged... this one has eye-catching brio and plenty of pop."—The TimesFor fans of Richard Scarry comes a zany peek into a busy apartment building, and what the one-of-a-kind residents are up to.There’s a lot happening inside the apartment building on Bubblegum Street. There’s Mouse, a famous rapper, who lives on the ground floor and is getting ready to go out. Panther, the plant collector, has plants from every single continent. Hippo snores in his favorite armchair, dreaming of a great Arctic adventure. In the attic apartment, Bat is practicing a new dance routine, while in apartment number two, the monkeys are baking a “

For kids who love to draw and create, this captivating picture book fosters an appreciation for nature and features craft ideas to inspire young artists.Kids will be inspired to create: Fingerprint bumblebeesSculptures made of sandRainbow colored jarsAnd more! Nature Is an Artist explores different art forms that kids can find in the natural world. In the book, a group of children follow Nature--the most inspiring of teachers--as they discover the world's greatest art show hidden in plain sight. As they witness beautiful landscapes, stunning vistas, and unusual creatures, each child is inspired to recreate their own fine work of art. With charming, rhythmic text from Jennifer Lavalee and vivid, eye-catching illustrations from Natalia Colombo, Nature Is an Artist celebrates nature's beauty and variety, and instills kids with: The confidence to see themselves as artists! Respect and appreciation for nature. After reading, kids will appreciate the art in their own outdoor surroundings.