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Pete's father starts kneading the dough. Next, some oil is generously applied. (Its really water.) And then some tomatoes. (They're really checkers.) When the dough gets tickled, it laughs like crazy.

The wind blew, and blew, and blew! It blew so hard, it took everything with it: Mr. White's umbrella, Priscilla's balloon, the twins' scarves, even the wig on the judge's head. But just when the wind

A wondrous and beautiful A-to-Z guessing game from the bestselling author of Room on the BroomFrom ant to butterfly to caterpillar . . . to zebra and then back again, Animalphabet is an entertaining p

Everyone loves Willy the wind-up mouse, while Alexander the real mouse is chased away with brooms and mousetraps. Wouldn't it be wonderful to be loved and cuddled, thinks Alexander, and he wishes he c

The Caldecott Honor winning classic about a brave and clever little worm from beloved picture book creator Leo Lionni.A small green inchworm is proud of his skill at measuring anything—a robin’s tail,

Gustav Mole is lucky enough to be born into a musical family, and this charming tale traces the enriching role that music plays in his life. Gustav's musical education is rich and diverse, covering a

A beautifully illustrated, graphic alphabet book with a fun search-and-find twist.If a picture is worth a thousand words, what’s in a single letter? Everything in A B See !Because hidden i

Joseph had a little overcoat, but it was full of holes?just like this book! When Joseph's coat got too old and shabby, he made it into a jacket. But what did he make it into after that? And after that

It’s Little Frog’s birthday, and Mama Frog gets a big surprise when the guests show up for his party－all he animals are the wrong color! Little Frog tells her she’s not looking long enough, and he’s r

The multiple award-winning and bestselling Jon Klassen presents the final tale in his acclaimed and bestselling hat trilogy, giving his deadpan finale a surprising new twist... Hold on to your hats! F

Winner of the Caldecott MedalWhen Madeline falls into the river Seine and nearly drowns, a courageous canine comes to her rescue. Now Genevieve the dog is Madeline's cherished pet, and the envy of all

The classic children's game book. Thousands of children have enjoyed the Ahlbergs' pictorial guessing game--not only because the game is fun, but also because the pages contain action and humor and a

"This beguiling picture book, with a palette of eye-filling colors, appears to arise from the love binding a father and his little `big' girl who turn bedtime into playtime with a rhym

Beep! Beep! Sheep in a jeep on a hill that’s steep. Sheep in a Jeep is well loved by the preschool and early-reader sets for its slapstick story of five sheep (in a jeep) and silly sound effects—espec

Rhyming text and pictures show babies doing things they love.

Two best friends, a minnow and a tadpole, are practically inseparable until the tadpole grows legs and decides to explore the world beyond the pond. When the tadpole, now a frog, returns to tell his f

Ten little caterpillars are out and about in our big, wide world--come join them! You never know what you might find. . . . A butterfly, perhaps?Readers of all ages have celebrated the work of Bill Ma

I can see a nose and two eyes in the bushes!" cries Hattie. But nobody is listening."I can see a nose, two eyes, two ears, two legs, and a body in the bushes!" cries Hattie.But no one is paying a bit

The moon and back before bath time? Whatever next!Join Baby Bear as he finds a rocket, makes friends with an owl and has a picnic on the moon.Celebrate thirty-five years of the bear family with this v

Today my daddy said to me, "It's time you learnt to peck a tree."Little Woodpecker has just learnt how to peck and - ooh! yippee! - what fun it is! Off he goes, on his first big pecking adventure, and

The complete edition of the bestselling children’s favorite, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, is now available as a Classic Board Book! A told B and B told C,“I’ll meet you at the topof the coconut tree.”&n

Exciting new board book version of the much-loved family favourite. For over 25 years, children have read and loved this fabulous shout-out-loud story of a case of mistaken identity among teddy bears!

Little Blue and Little Yellow are best friends, but one day they can’t find each other. When they finally do, they give each other such a big hug that they turn green! How they find their true colors again concludes a wonderfully satisfying story told with colorful pieces of torn paper and very few words. Leo Lionni launched his children’s book career in 1959 with Little Blue and Little Yellow, and this 50th-anniversary edition, complete with Lionni’s own explanation of how the book came to be, is sure to resonate with children today.

Macca and Al are here to save the day! When these best-pal alpacas decide to dress up as superheroes and do good deeds, things don’t go quite as planned.But with some help from their friends, the dynamic duo learn that you don’t always need to wear a cape to be a hero.

Macca the Alpaca dreams of exploring, so he packs his backpack and sets off on a mountain adventure. But when the going gets tough, how will Macca make it to the top?

Ideal for home learning, this set of 30 Early Readers is the perfect way to help your child learn to love reading. Short chapters and colour illustrations on every page help build children's confidence in reading aloud, bridging the gap from picture books to independent reading. From animal antics to familiar first experiences, there's something for everyone in this super stories.本書包含以下30本讀本Shumba's Big AdventureMercy and the HippoAnthony ant saves the dayA Friend For ChristmasHorrid Henry's StinkbombHorrid Henry's HolidayDon't Be Horrid,Henry!The Haunted House of Buffin StreetRampage in Prince's GardenJogger's Big AdventureCafe at the edge of the moonThe ant's pantsThe Boy Who Made Things UpPoppy the Pirate Dog's New ShipmatePoppy the Pirate DogJenny the Ponny's Big DayMicky's Magic PencilBlood And Guts And Rats Tail PizzaGrandad's MedalElsie and the Magic bisouir TirAlbert and the Garden of DoomMr Monkey Plays FootballsMr Monkey and the Magic TricksMr Monkey and the Fairy Tea PartyT

The beloved, worldwide bestselling creator of The Dot and I Am Human inspires readers of every age to find their own unique path to happy and to always follow their dreams.Picture book and creativity guru Peter H. Reynolds's inspirational book is a wonderful gift for graduations, new babies, milestone moments, and any happy occasion throughout the year. Discover a universally poignant celebration of the colorful spectrum of what it means to dream and the many ways to find happy!While the world tells us to sit still, to follow the rules, and to color inside the lines, Happy Dreamer celebrates all those moments in between when the mind and spirit soar and we are free to become our own true dreamer maximus! In Peter's signature voice and style, this empowering picture book reminds children of how much their dreams matter, and while life will have ups and downs, he enlists readers to stay true to who they are, to tap into their most creative inner selves, and to never ever forget to dream

EVERYBODY has strengths, flaws, feelings, ideas and needs. EVERYBODY!Everybody is unique and different. But we are all more similar than we think. Just like you:Everybody has fears.Everybody has moments of joy . . . and moments of sadness.Everybody makes mistakes . . . and can fix them.And, just like you, everybody needs to feel safe and valued.From beloved children’s author Elise Gravel comes a reassuring picture book, perfect for trying times. Explore themes of empathy and unity with Elise Gravel’s signature quirky monsters!

Macca is an alpaca. He loves splashing in puddles, and he gives the very best cuddles - especially to his nieces and nephew. Except... his nieces and nephew are a whole lot of trouble! How will Uncle Macca tame this unruly trio? A heartwarming story of kindness and family.

Acclaimed creator of The Word Collector, Happy Dreamer, Say Something, and Be You, #1 New York Times bestseller Peter H. Reynolds breaks new ground in this ultimate gift book format perfect for readers of every age. A poetic, universal, and joyful celebration of how we feel about the most beloved people in our lives -- we love them BY HEART!I love every smile, every blink,I love you by heart.I love your toes, your head, your nose,I love you by heart.Celebrated, bestselling creator Peter H. Reynolds brings to life this ode to unconditional love with a delightful and poetic tribute to the rare and beautiful love that binds us together. From the intimate and unbridled love parents and caregivers have for their little ones, to the tremendous love of a lifelong friendship, and the boundless love of a grandparent -- this is a heartfelt message to share with the people we cherish; like a song we have known all our lives, we love them by heart.Peter H. Reynold's whimsical and charming art conv

A tender and timeless tale about what truly matters: LOVE -- from creative visionary of The Word Collector, Happy Dreamer, and The Dot, #1 New York Times bestseller Peter H. Reynolds!Poppy: All we need is love.Little One: And a pillow.Poppy: Yes, a pillow, but that is all we need.This heartfelt celebration of love follows Poppy and Little One as they discuss all the things they need in life like a really good pillow or a roof over their heads ― but most important of all, love. Despite the challenges they face as a storm sweeps away their home, this duo never lose their optimism because in the end they know that all they truly need is love . . . and each other.This tender, wholly original tale of all the ways we express and share love, from our most celebrated, bestselling creator Peter H. Reynolds, is a needed comfort and a new classic that will offer reassurance to readers of every age.

If you take a mouse to school, he'll ask you for your lunch box. When you give him your lunch box, he'll want a sandwich to go in it. Then he'll need a notebook and some pencils. He'll probably want to share your backpack, too . . .The famous mouse from the New York Times #1 best-seller If You Take a Mouse to the Movies and If You give a Mouse a Cookie is back for his first day of school. Only Laura Numeroff and Felicia Bond could make school this much fun!

There are many stars in the galaxy. But only the sun wakes us in the morning, helps us grow, plays hide-and-seek behind the clouds, and paints pretty pictures in the evening sky.

Here is a list of the things I love. One gorilla. Two butterflies among my flowers—and one gorilla. Three budgerigars in my house—and one gorilla.One very playful gorilla keeps popping up in gardens, forests, jungles, and even people’s houses as he takes the reader on a wild counting adventure. He hides—as much as a gorilla can!—along with all the other creatures as they dart, leap, and peer from the most surprising places, waiting to be counted. A chart at the end of the book provides a key to all the animals and their corresponding numbers.Soft, precise illustrations characterize this colorful counting book.

Rod Campbell, the creator of the preschool lift-the-flap classic Dear Zoo, has been a trusted name in early learning for over thirty-five years. In My Presents, toddlers can lift the flaps to find out what's inside all the birthday presents. Then open the very last one and look inside the basket to find the best present of all! With bright, bold artwork, an engaging story and lots of presents to open, My Presents is the perfect birthday gift for fans of Dear Zoo and Dear Santa – and the thick card pages, sturdy flaps and chunky cased cover make it great for small hands.

Pull on your mittens and head outside for a snowball day. Grab some snow and start rolling. With a few found objects--like buttons and fabric and seeds--and a little imagination, you can create a whole family out of snow. Children will love poring over Lois Ehlert’s bold, funny illustrations and identifying the common (and not so common) objects she uses to decorate her snowy family.

Owen had a fuzzy yellow blanket. "Fuzzy goes where I go," said Owen. But Mrs. Tweezers disagreed. She thought Owen was too old for a blanket. Owen disagreed. No matter what Mrs. Tweezers came up with, Blanket Fairies or vinegar, Owen had the answer. But when school started, Owen't mother knew just what to do, and everyone -- Owen, Fuzzy, and even Mrs. Tweezers -- was happy.

No book has captured the magic and sense of possibility of the first snowfall better than The Snowy Day. Universal in its appeal, the story has become a favorite of millions, as it reveals a child's wonder at a new world, and the hope of capturing and keeping that wonder forever.

Dance a jig with a silly pig. Play leapfrog with a silly dog. And that’s just the beginning of all the fun! Come along and join Silly Sally and her outrageous friends as they parade into town in a mos

Boldly colored illustrations follow a red tractor-trailer truck as it moves along city streets, across a bridge, through a tunnel, and along a freeway to its destination.