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I Don't Want to Be Big
by Dev PettyFans of the hit picture book I Don&’t Want to Be a Frog will love this silly companion featuring a frog that's still as stubborn as ever and his surprisingly patient father."Reminiscent of Mo Willems&’s 'Elephant and Piggie' series"—Publishers Weekly Frog does NOT want to grow up. Doesn&’t need to be tall. Doesn&’t want to be able to jump high enough to see the tree frogs. He&’s just FINE being small. Besides, if you grow up, you don&’t get to do fun things like jump in mud puddles with your best friend, Pig. Do you? This hilarious story—which uses humor to teach that it&’s great being exactly who you are—is sure to bring a smile to every kid who just wants to stay a kid, in addition to those who are the smallest in their class. It&’s a sly and smartly funny tale that will have children and parents laughing together.And look for all the books in this hilarious series:I Don't Want to Be a FrogThere's Nothing to Do!I Don't Want to Go to Sleep
I Don't Want to Be Quiet!
by Laura Ellen AndersonOne little girl just doesn't want to be quiet, until she learns how much fun she can have without making a sound--especially in the library.I don't want to be quiet, I'd rather be LOUD!I want to be HEARD andstand out from the crowd!Sometimes it's hard to be quiet. There are drums to drum and hums to hum, drinks to slurp and burps to burp--so many loud and wonderful noises to make! So when this spunky little girl goes to the library, it's extra difficult to behave--until the entire room tells her to SHHHHHH. It's only then, as she discovers the wonders that live inside books, that she sees how much fun she can have in her own imagination--all without making a peep.In this bright and playful rhyming picture book filled with vibrant, cheerful illustrations, readers learn the joy that is possible when we really stop and listen.Praise for I Don't Want to Be Quiet:"Vivid, imaginative illustrations engage readers and viscerally convey the wide range of emotions felt by this audacious protagonist. Perfect for lively read-alouds!" --Kirkus Reviews
I Don't Want to Be a Frog
by Dev PettyThe hit book about a willful young frog with a serious identity crisis and his heard-it-all-before father. Perfect for fans of Mo Willems&’s Don&’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! and Jon Klassen&’s I Want My Hat Back!Frog wants to be anything but a slimy, wet frog. A cat, perhaps. Or a rabbit. An owl? But when a hungry wolf arrives—a wolf who HATES eating frogs—our hero decides that being himself isn&’t so bad after all. In this very silly story with a sly message, told in hilarious dialogue between a feisty young frog and his heard-it-all-before father, young readers will identify with little Frog&’s desire to be something different, while laughing along at his stubborn yet endearing schemes to prove himself right.And look for the hilarious sequels—I Don't Want to Be Big, There's Nothing to Do!, and I Don't Want to Go to Sleep.★ "First-time author Petty&’s dialogue between a frog father and his son makes its point about accepting one&’s nature with a big grin. . . . The story might create similar gratitude in the minds of readers—or it might just make them giggle."—Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW"A lively look at self-acceptance."—Kirkus Reviews"This amusing story ends with a laugh and a much more content frog."—School Library Journal"Silliness and deadpan humor combine into a hopping good story of being happy with who you are."—Booklist"A paean to self-acceptance wrapped in snappy dialogue and illustrated with richly colored comic paintings."—Wall Street Journal"Petty and Boldt provide just enough predictability to hook youngest readers, then deliver a delightful twist or two to create surprise and satisfaction—for both the green hero and the many fans he'll make with this book."—Shelf Awareness"This lighthearted exploration of identity will delight as a readaloud."—The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
I Don't Want to Go to School
by Nancy Pando Kathy VoergHoney Maloo, a bee who lives with her mother in the knot of an oak tree, is getting to be a big bug and she's finally old enough to attend school. Honey, however, has different plans: She would much rather stay at home with her mother, who she loves dearly, so she tries every trick in the book to stay off the school bus. With a bit of tough love and a guiding hand from her mother and the kindness of Ms. Petal, her schoolteacher, Honey is finally convinced to go to class and realizes that school can be fun and interesting, and that her mom will be waiting happily for her when she gets home. Separation anxiety is a common dilemma in young children, and can make even the briefest of partings excruciating for parents and children alike. Charming, accessible, and informative, I Don't Want to Go to School offers parents and teachers an engaging way to teach children to cope with separation from loved ones, and helps children focus on their strengths to overcome challenging situations.
I Don't Want to Go to School! Children's Book – Starting at 7 Years. Martin Starts School
by A. P. HernándezBook description School starts for Martin, but he won´t go. He prefers staying at home and play with his gaming console, with his stuffed animals and his remote radio control helicopter. In the end, Martin knows a lot of things: he knows how to count from one to ten and he even knows that, if you add one videogame to one videogame, the result are two videogames. Hence, why should he go to school? Martin refuses to get up on his first day of school. He grabs his bed´s headboard with all of his strength and his mother fails to detach him from the bed, so … Martin gets away with it! He gets to stay home alone all morning! But things are not as fun as he thinks… A children´s book recommended for children ages 7 and up. The purpose of this children's book is to promote imagination in both boys and girls and to enable reflection on the importance of going to school. With Martin´s adventures, children will learn to value school as a cornerstone in their education as well as their personal and social development. “I don´t want to go to school!” is a first lessons book, suitable to be read aloud to the youngest. It´s also useful for both boys and girls to become readers.
I Don't Want to Go to Sleep
by Dev PettyFans of the hit I Don't Want to Be a Frog will hop with joy for this fourth book in the series—a hilarious and clever twist on the classic childhood issue of not wanting to go to bed.Frog is excited about autumn and the coming of winter. But when Owl informs him that frogs hibernate till spring, Frog is upset at missing out on all the snowy fun. In this hysterically funny twist on the classic "I don't want to go to bed" dilemma, Frog comes up with all kinds of reasons why he's not going to sleep through winter, until he devises a clever way to convince his friends to come along for the ride.Featuring the beloved young frog character I Don't Want to Be a Frog and his cast of zany animal friends, this new story is sure to bring a smile to every kid who's ever protested at bedtime. And parents will appreciate a bold new twist on a timeless childhood topic. It's another surefire crowd pleaser and perfect read-aloud.And look for the other books starring Frog: I Don't Want to Be a Frog, I Don't Want to Be Big, and There's Nothing to Do!.
I Don't Want to Read This Book
by Max GreenfieldFrom actor Max Greenfield (from television&’s New Girl) comes a hilarious picture book for every child who thinks they don't like to read books (and all the kids—and grownups—who do). Words, sentences, and even worse, paragraphs fill up books. Ugh! So what's a reluctant reader to do? Actor Max Greenfield (New Girl) and New York Times bestselling illustrator Mike Lowery bring the energy and laugh-out-loud fun out for every child (and parent) who thinks they don&’t want to read a book. Joining the ranks of favorites like The Book With No Pictures and The Serious Goose, this clever and playful read-aloud breaks the fourth wall and will have all readers coming back for laughs again and again!
I Don't Want to Read! (6-7 Years). Martin Begins His Adventure: Children's Book (6-7 Years). Martin Begins His Adventure
by A. P. HernándezA book for early learners, great for reading out loud to little ones. Also useful for children who are starting to learn to read. Martin is eight years old, and hates to read. He has just finished the school year and anxiously awaits his summer vacation. But then his teacher, Josefina, assigns him mountains of workbooks and worksheets for the summer! But even worse than the math problems, the multiplication tables, and even the cursive practice...Josefina has ordered him to read a book! A whole book, without a single picture! One morning, Martin, in a heroic act, starts to read the book. But then extraordinary things start to happen... This children's book is recommended for children of around 6-7 years of age. The purpose of this book is to awaken the imagination of boys and girls as well as their curiosity for literature, helping them to discover that between the pages of a book lie adventures and great fun.
I Don't Want to Wash My Hands!
by Tony RossFrom beloved children's author and illustrator Tony Ross, comes a fun to read and humorous take on the importance of handwashing.The Little Princess does not want to wash her hands. After all, she's already washed her hands so many times! She's washed her hands before eating and after going outside. She's washed her hands after sneezing and using the potty. Why should she wash her hands anymore? Well, because of germs and nasties, she's told, which are too small to even see! But if they get inside your body, they can make you ill. Not even a Princess wants to be in bed all day! Now the Little Princess knows just what to do! She's got just one more question... "Have you washed your hands?"
I Don't Want to be a Frog
by Dev PettyA frog who yearns to be any animal that is cute and warm discovers that being wet, slimy, and full of bugs has its advantages.
I Don’t Want to Exercise!: Children’s book (6 - 9 years). Martin decides not to move (I don’t want to...! #8)
by A. P. HernándezMartin has decided. From now on, he’s not going to exercise. He’s done with going out into the street, playing football with his friends, and jumping outdoors. From now on, he’s going to stay at home, lie on the couch, watch TV, and eat chocolate. After all, exercise is useless. Or, at least, that’s what he thinks... A children’s book that underlines the importance of exercise in the healthy development of children. What’s inside? •An amusing story about the importance of exercise. •Written to develop empathy, Martin’s story enables children to walk in the shoes of the protagonist and live all his adventures firsthand. •A book that reflects on the benefits of exercise and its role in physical and social development. This book helps children: •Increase their vocabulary. •Overcome stereotypes that exercise is useless. •Understand that physical activity not only contributes to good health, motor development, socializing, and healthy lifestyle habits, it also prevents illness. A children’s book recommended for ages 6-7 and up.
I Don’t Want to Recycle!: Children’s book (6 - 9 years). Martin’s discovery (I don’t want to...! #9)
by A. P. HernándezMartin has decided. From now on, he’s not going to recycle. No more reusing materials and separating plastic, paper, cardboard, and glass. From now on, Martin’s going to throw everything away because recycling’s silly. However, as luck would have it, one weekend he discovers something incredible. A children’s book that underlines the environmental and social importance of recycling for children. What’s inside? •An amusing story about the importance of recycling. •Written with humor, Martin’s story allows children to enjoy fun, easy reading as they live though the adventures of the protagonist. •A book that reflects on the benefits of recycling and its implications: using fewer natural resources, reducing pollution and waste, preserving biodiversity and conserving the environment. This book helps children: •Increase their vocabulary. •Understand the importance of recycling through the protagonist’s fun and meaningful situations. •Understand that recycling is critical to contributing to a more sustainable and healthy world for present and future generations. A children’s book recommended for ages 6-7 and up.
I Dream for You: Imagining God’s Love and Plans for Your Life
by Kate WoodA mother&’s dreams for her child begin before they are born and continue as they grow and discover dreams of their own. From Kate Wood, the writer of the award-winning Wood and Spoon blog and author of Her Daily Bread comes this beautiful picture book about a mother&’s love, God's plans, and the vast potential in every child.An expectant mother&’s mind is filled with many questions: When will my child arrive? What will they look like? What will they feel like in my arms??But on the day the child arrives, those hopes grow and change from dreams of them into dreams for them. Who will they become? What will they be passionate about? What kind of mark will they leave on this world?I Dream for You celebrates the wonderful possibilities of all those dreams and the comforting security of God&’s plan for their life, and: Reminds children how much God loves themIncludes Scripture references for each pageIs great for parents and grandparents reading aloud to their childrenIs perfect for new baby gifts, shower gift, baptism gifts, birthday gifts, and more.
I Dream of Ganesha
by Sonali ZohraWhen Maya dreams she&’s lost in the jungle, she must rely on Ganesha&’s wisdom to guide her back home–and back to herself. An engaging and beautifully illustrated story that introduces kids to one of the most well-known deities in the Hindu/Buddhist world.After a hard day, Maya drifts into a dream where she meets an elephant-headed boy named Ganesha, who she learns to trust as her guide back home. Leading Maya with bravery, wisdom, and love, Ganesha teaches Maya how to overcome fear as they make their way through the challenging obstacles of a wild jungle. Upon waking, Maya is able to invoke the spirit of Ganesha as she starts her day.The story is followed by resources for further learning about Ganesha, including an illustrated glossary of symbolism that kids can look for in the story. Of the hundreds of gods in Hindu mythology, Ganesha is one of the most beloved. Considered the guide to discovering the meaning of life and living it well, Ganesha is invoked within us whenever we choose to act like him—patient, kind, brave, thoughtful, and, above all, fearless. Whether for everyday reading or special occasions like Ganesh Chaturthi, I Dream of Ganesha is a delightful celebration of this beloved Hindu deity.
I Dream of Popo
by Livia BlackburneFrom New York Times bestselling author Livia Blackburne and illustrator Julia Kuo, here is I Dream of Popo. This delicate, emotionally rich picture book celebrates a special connection that crosses time zones and oceans as Popo and her granddaughter hold each other in their hearts forever. I dream with Popo as she rocks me in her arms.I wave at Popo before I board my flight.I talk to Popo from across the sea.I tell Popo about my adventures.When a young girl and her family emigrate from Taiwan to America, she leaves behind her beloved popo, her grandmother. She misses her popo every day, but even if their visits are fleeting, their love is ever true and strong.A New York Public Library Best Book of 2021A Booklist Editors' Choice Winner for 2021
I Dream of Trains
by Angela JohnsonThe son of a sharecropper dreams of leaving Mississippi on a train with the legendary engineer Casey Jones.
I Dream of an Elephant
by Ami RubingerI Dream of an Elephant takes readers through a wondrous world where they will encounter elephants of many colorful shades that sing, dance, and play. Each page's descriptive sing-song text leaves out the last word, allowing little ones to chime in and complete the rhyme while learning a range of colors. Amusing color-themed illustrations provide clues for the words that have been left out. I Dream of an Elephant teaches children about colors with a fun, fill-in-the-blank challenge that encourages participation.Accomplished illustrator Ami Rubinger once again turns his humorous and imaginative eye to an otherwise simple subject. His colorful elephants will make little faces smile, and the rhyming game will have them learning words and colors.
I Eat Poop.: A Dung Beetle Story
by Mark PettIn the vein of Please Don't Eat Me and We Don't Eat Our Classmates, I Eat Poop. by Mark Pett is a heartwarming and hilarious picture book about friendship, fitting in, and accepting each other's differences.Dougie has a secret: he’s not a ground beetle.He’s a dung beetle, and he loves eating poop.Dougie knows he should be proud. Dung beetles help process waste and do other extraordinary things! But Dougie also knows that if anyone at school saw his lunch, he’d be an outcast.One day, the lunchroom bugs out over a classmate eating poop, and Dougie must make a choice. Can he stand up for his friend—and for his true self?I Eat Poop. is packed with important social emotional learning themes and is great for classroom or at home discussion. Read I Eat Poop. for conversations about:- Bullying and being kind- Standing up for your friends and speaking up for your beliefs- Being proud of your culture and heritage- Embracing diversity and accepting and celebrating differencesThe book also includes incredible, STEM-related facts about bugs.
I Eat When I'm Sad: Food and Feelings
by Rae SimonsThis book is an excellent first step in battling the obesity crisis by educating young children about the risks, the realities, and what they can do to build healthy lifestyles right now.
I Even Funnier: A Middle School Story (I Funny #2)
by James Patterson Chris Grabenstein Laura ParkIn this follow up to the #1 New York Times bestseller I Funny, middle schooler Jamie Grimm has big dreams of being the best stand-up comic in the world--and he won't let the fact that he's wheelchair-bound stand in his way. After winning the New York state finals in the Planet's Funniest Kid Comic Contest, Jamie's off to Boston to compete in the national semi-finals. But when one of his best buddies runs into trouble at school and a sudden family health scare rears its head, Jamie has to put his comedic ambitions on hold and stand by the people he cares about. Can Jamie pass up the big competition for the sake of his friends and family? (Includes more than 175 black-and-white illustrations.)
I Face the Wind (Science Play)
by Vicki Cobb Julia GortonRenowned science author Vicki Cobb makes scientific principles easy for even the youngest kids to understand. Follow this book with a young child who loves to play. Bring along balloons. Find a windy place. Together you'll face the wind and see that learning is a breeze.
I Fall Down (Science Play)
by Vicki CobbSimple experiments introduce the basic concept of gravity and its relationship to weight.
I Feel Better with a Frog in My Throat
by Carlyn BecciaIt wasn’t too long ago that people tried all sorts of things to help sick people feel better. They tried wild things like drinking a glass full of millipedes or putting some mustard on one's head. Some of the cures worked, and some of them…well, let’s just say that millipedes, living or dead, are not meant to be ingested. Carlyn Beccia takes readers on a colorful and funny medical mystery tour to discover that while times may have changed, many of today’s most reliable cure-alls have their roots in some very peculiar practices, and so relevant connections can be drawn from what theydid then to what wedo now.
I Feel Better with a Frog in My Throat: History's Strangest Cures
by Carlyn BecciaYou're feeling sick. If it were a long time ago you might . . . A. drink a glass full of millipedes. B. rub some moldy bread on your leg. C. tie earthworms around your neck. D. put some mustard on your head. Carlyn Beccia takes readers on a colorful and funny medical mystery tour, asking them if they would prefer to have their wounded foot stuck in a bull's mouth, or have it wrapped in spider webs! Readers will discover that while times may have changed, many of today's most reliable and helpful cure-alls have their roots in some very peculiar practices.
I Feel Brave (How Do You Feel Series)
by Kelly Doudna"I feel brave when I roar like a lion to chase away bad things." Young students will appreciate the Grammar helps at the end of this book.