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All Are Welcome
by Alexandra PenfoldJoin the call for a better world with this New York Times bestselling picture book about a school where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. The perfect back-to-school read for every kid, family and classroom! In our classroom safe and sound. Fears are lost and hope is found. Discover a school where all young children have a place, have a space, and are loved and appreciated. Readers will follow a group of children through a day in their school, where everyone is welcomed with open arms. A school where students from all backgrounds learn from and celebrate each other's traditions. A school that shows the world as we will make it to be. &“An important book that celebrates diversity and inclusion in a beautiful, age-appropriate way.&” – Trudy Ludwig, author of The Invisible Boy
All Are Neighbors
by Alexandra PenfoldWhen a new family moves in, the whole neighborhood comes together to celebrate their diverse community in this uplifting new book from the bestselling creators of All Are Welcome!Let&’s go walking down our street.Friends and neighbors here to greet.There are oh so many folks to meet.We all are neighbors here.Moving to a new place can be hard, but when your neighbors welcome you with open arms, there are so many things to discover and celebrate. Come along with the kids from the bestsellers of All Are Welcome and Big Feelings as they introduce the new kid to a community where everyone has a place and is loved and appreciated—no matter what.
All About the Trolls (Step into Reading)
by Kristen L. DepkenTROLLS hits theaters everywhere on November 4, 2016!DreamWorks Animation&’s TROLLS is an irreverent comedy extravaganza with incredible music! From the genius creators of SHREK, TROLLS stars Poppy, the optimistic leader of the Trolls, and her polar opposite, Branch.Together, this unlikely pair of Trolls must embark on an adventure that takes them far beyond the only world they&’ve ever known. This Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader is perfect for boys and girls ages 4 to 6!
All About Nothing (All About Noticing)
by Elizabeth RuschAn artful picture book exploration of negative space and the beauty of nothingness. This mindful meditation encourages children to see the world differently.Nothing is really something! What might be hidden in the space around things, and how is that space important? In art, this is known as negative space, but &“nothing&” can be thought of more broadly—as free time during the day or the space between people. When we allow ourselves a moment of nothingness, we make room for creativity and so much more.
All About Nature: Animals, Insects, Plants, and More! (The\all About Picture Book Ser.)
by Huda HarajliDiscover the world outside—an introduction to nature for kids ages 3 to 5Can you feel the sun? Hear the birds singing? See colorful leaves on the trees? That's nature! This picture book of fun facts teaches toddlers all about land, water, air, and critters big and small. Watch them discover their inner explorer as they look for different kinds of rocks, spot stars in the sky, and learn to love the great outdoors.Our amazing planet—Find out why it gets dark at night, meet some interesting insects, and explore how people are a part of nature, too.Illustrations everywhere—Every page is bursting with vibrant artwork of objects in nature and other kids celebrating the world around them.Vocabulary building—Check out a list of nature words and their definitions to help little ones understand all the amazing new things they've learned.Get this amazing nature book for kids today and see what makes exploring nature so much fun!
All About Mermaids
by Izzy QuinnMermaid lovers of all ages will delight in this stunning picture book, which dives deep to share the "truths" about these enchanting underwater creatures.Dive into the world of mermaids and discover everything there is to know about the ocean's most mysterious creatures. There is plenty to learn, from where they are found and how they sleep to what they eat and how they raise their young. Overflowing with fascinating facts and spellbinding artwork, All About Mermaids is the ultimate book for young mermaid enthusiasts. Don't believe the rumors about mermaids being myths--we've got all the facts right here!
All About Color
by Elizabeth RuschA fresh picture book of simple but surprising exploration of the art, science, and emotion of color. This mindful meditation encourages children to see the world differently.Colors don&’t exist. The sky is not blue. The grass is not green. A violet is not even violet. But color still plays an important role in our lives. Color can be a signal, as in a traffic light. It can be a call for help, like a life jacket. It can help us stand out or blend in, or feel like part of a team. Colors even affect our mood: red can make us angry, blue can make us sad, and yellow can brighten our day. Young readers will never look at color the same way again.
All Aboard! Tractor: The Farm's Most Amazing Plants, Animals, and Machines
by Pavla HanáckováDo you love everything about farms?Would you like to learn what amazing animals, plants, and fabulous machines you may encounter on a farm?Would you like to become a farmer and see everything with your own eyes? Kiwi bird Karl is interested in just that! He wants to find out how to grow his own food!Alongside Karl, you&’ll learn many interesting things about tractors and other farm machinery. You&’ll discover the inner workings of a farm, from harvesting to everyday chores! Not only will you learn some fun facts, but you&’ll also find out where the food we eat comes from.Join Karl in his tractor and have a peek at what goes on at the farm and even beyond it!
All Aboard the Schooltrain: A Little Story from the Great Migration
by Glenda Armand"Schooltrain! Schooltrain! Don't be late! The school bell rings at half past eight!"This tender family story, inspired by the author's own, illuminates a dynamic chapter in American history known as the Great Migration - and the many trains people rode toward freedom.* "A vivid evocation of place and era rolling solidly on a bed of timeless values." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "A child-friendly picture book introducing the Great Migration." - Booklist, starred reviewThelma loves to watch the Sunset Limited chug through her little town of Vacherie, Louisiana. And she dreams of one day riding a real train! For now, she has her beloved schooltrain. Every morning, she and her friends walk to school, single file, chanting all the way:"Schooltrain! Schooltrain! Don't be late! The school bell rings at half past eight!"Then it's on to great adventures with her teacher's books - and her own imagination!But lately, someone named Jim Crow has been making trouble for folks in Vacherie. Aunt Bea and Uncle Ed have already moved away. When Thelma's best friend also has to leave, Thelma wonders, who is Jim Crow and why does he have to be so mean? Will he make trouble for Pop, too?
All Aboard the Moonlight Train
by Kristyn CrowFans of The Polar Express and Steam Train, Dream Train will be eager to climb aboard this enchanting, rhyming bedtime story that whisks young readers along on a dream-like adventure through a magical world filled with majestic, colorful animals.Can't sleep? Then hop aboard the Moonlight Train and get ready for a dreamy, nighttime adventure! A toucan will take your ticket, an elephant is your engineer, you can climb the giraffe's long neck for a look-out, and a lion will tuck you into your sleeping car with a bedtime story. Ready to join us? All aboard! Children and parents will love the clickety-clack rhythm of this enchanting, rhyming bedtime tale that whisks little readers through a magical forest on the most unusual and wondrous train ever. Annie Won's luminous, captivating art creates a joyous world of beautiful animals that will delight the youngest reader. It's your ticket to a perfect bedtime read-aloud.
Alis the Aviator
by Danielle Metcalfe-ChenailCome along on an aviation journey with Alis! This spunky female guide will take you through an ABC of planes featuring gorgeous cut-paper art.An A to Z of planes past and present, this book has stunning cut-paper art and a cute-as-a-button guide named Alis. Named for Dr. Alis B. Kennedy, likely one of the first Indigenous women to obtain a commercial pilot licence with land and sea ratings in Canada, Alis will take you on an aviation tour from the Avro Arrow to the Zeppelin and everything in between. Meticulously researched and uniquely crafted, this is a one-of-a-kind book that will delight aviation fans big and little.
Aliento perruno (Dog Breath): El horrible problema de Hali Tosis
by Dav PilkeyFrom Dav Pilkey, creator of the New York Times bestselling Dog Man and Captain Underpants series, comes Hally Tosis, the adorable dog that will take your breath away!Hali Tosis es una perra magnífica, pero hay algo podrido en ella: ¡su aliento! Este apesta tanto que los dueños de Hali planean buscarle un nuevo hogar. Los niños, desesperados por conservar a su querida mascota, intentan de todo para deshacerse del apestoso aliento de Hali. La llevan a ver unas vistas maravillosas y una película emocionante, y también a dar un paseo en la montaña rusa, todo lo cual debería dejarla sin aliento, ¡pero la respiración putrefacta de Hali se mantiene! ¡Solo un milagro podría salvarla ahora!Hally Tosis is a great family dog, but there is one rotten thing about her: her breath! It is so smelly, Hally's pet parents want to find a new home for her. The children, desperate to keep their beloved pet, try everything to rid Hally of her stinky stench. They take her for a breathtaking view, a movie that would leave her breathless, and a ride on a roller coaster that would make her lose her breath, but Hally's putrid panting persists! Only a miracle could save her now!
Aliens Love Underpants: Deluxe Edition (The\underpants Bks.)
by Claire Freedman Ben CortWhen a swarm of aliens fly down to Earth, meeting people is the last thing they want to do—what they really, really want...is to steal underwear from you!These hilarious aliens love underpants in every color and size—whether big or small, red or green, and everything in between! Since they don't have underwear up in space, they're willing to steal fabrics from any place. They think that Mom's frilly, pink panties are a perfect place to hide. And Grandpa's woolly long johns make a super-whizzy slide!The wacky illustrations and hilarious rhyming text make Aliens Love Underpants a laugh out loud favorite for sharing at storytime. No complicated story or plot to chase, just alien underpants shenanigans that will bring a smile to any face! The deluxe edition of this super-silly title includes a special dust jacket.This story is perfect for:Engaging reluctant readersYounger fans of Captain UnderpantsAlien fansSilly humor enthusiastsHilarious read aloud adventures
Alien Superstar (Alien Superstar)
by Henry Winkler Lin OliverA six-eyed teenage alien refugee becomes a Hollywood star in this hilarious series opener by the bestselling authors of the Hank Zipzer series.When thirteen-year-old Buddy Burger has to flee from his alien planet, he crash lands in an even wilder place: Hollywood, California. But no one is shocked to see a six-eyed alien strolling around the Universal back lot. The tourists just think he’s an actor in a supercool alien costume.And the fancy Hollywood directors take notice too. They cast Buddy in a popular TV show playing (of course) an alien. After a video of his first episode goes viral, he becomes an overnight sensation, and suddenly, his world is filled with adoring fans, rides in glamorous limos, and appearances at all-the-shrimp-you-can-eat red carpet parties!Will Buddy be able to keep his secret when all eyes are on him? Or will the glitz and glam of Hollywood prove too much for this alien superstar?“Alien Superstar has it all . . . action, suspense, and big laughs!” —Jeff Kinney, author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series“Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver keep us laughing while slipping in a lesson for kids—accept everyone as they are, even if they have suction cups for feet. Alien Superstar is a super fun read for middle grades on up.” —Jennifer Garner“A funny interstellar adventure that will have readers watching the cosmos for the second book to arrive.” —SLJ Review"Winkler and Oliver bring their sharply honed sense of comedy and extensive experience in the television industry to Buddy’s antics on the set. . . . This results in an endearingly strange protagonist that will resonate with any kid who has felt like an outsider. A sense of humor and empathy are required for this zany adventure.” —Booklist
Alicia's Best Friends
by Lisa Jahn-CloughAlicia has four friends, and her friends are great, but when she decides to throw a best friends party, they all want to know which one of them is her best friend. Is it Mitchell, Charlotte, Henry, Lucy, or Alicia's dog, Neptune? They say she has to choose, but Alicia doesn't know whom to pick. How can she, when each one of them is uniquely special to her? With characteristic emotional honesty and a little creativity, Alicia finds her own wonderful way of solving the happy dilemma of being blessed with not one, but many, best friends.
Alice in Wonderland (Step into Reading)
by Pamela BobowiczGirls and boys ages 4-6 can join Alice as she chases the White Rabbit into a topsy-turvy world in this Step into Reading adaptation of the beloved animated film Disney's Alice in Wonderland.
Alice and Greta: A Tale of Two Witches
by Steven J. SimmonsA bewitching tale showcasing the timeless lesson that a good deed always triumphs over a bad one, even at Miss Mildred Mildew's School of Magic! Whatever you chant,Whatever you brew, Sooner or later Comes back to you!Alice and Greta attended the same school of magic, but they each have their own ideas about how to put their skills to the best use. Alice spends her days waving her wand to cast splendid spells. Greta only uses hers to stir up trouble. When their wands and witching styles clash, it turns out Greta should have paid more attention to those early magic lessons. An enchanting tale of two very different fates.
Alfred's Book of Monsters
by Sam StreedTrick or treat?With nods to Tim Burton, Edward Gorey, and Neil Gaiman, this humorous picture book about a Victorian boy obsessed with monsters presents a dark and appealing world, created by debut author/illustrator Sam Streed.In the graveyard, between stone monuments for forgotten souls, lurks the Black Shuck. . . . Its one blood-red eye burns with an undying rage.After reading about the slimy Nixie, the angry Black Shuck, and the creepy Lantern Man in his beloved Book of Monsters, Alfred decides to invite the monsters to teatime with his crusty old aunty, who thinks monsters are an improper obsession for a respectable young boy.
Alex's Good Fortune
by Benson ShumCelebrate Chinese New Year with this sweet story of friendship and family!In this story designed to engage early readers, charming characters combine with simple text, lively illustrations, and laugh-out-loud humor to help boost kids' confidence and create lifelong readers!Chinese New Year is the most important holiday for Alex and her family, so it's even more special when she gets to share her favorite traditions with her best friend, Ethan. Together, they join the Chinese New Year parade and get to help make the dragon dance. Then they prepare for the festivities by tidying up, decorating, and making dumplings. After that, it's time to open red envelopes, eat a great big feast, and enjoy the lantern fesival! Complete with fun facts about the holiday in the back of the book, young readers will want to revisit this story again and again. Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping stone a young reader needs to bridge the gap between being a beginner and being fluent.
Alexander von Humboldt: Explorer, Naturalist & Environmental Pioneer
by Danica NovgorodoffBudding botanists, growing geologists, and early explorers will dive into this picture book biography about the father of ecology, Alexander von Humboldt. The captivating prose and art from a New York Times bestselling illustrator will spark a passion for discovery and conservation in the youngest readers.Whether sailing across the ocean, hiking through the jungle, or climbing the highest volcanic peaks, everywhere Alexander went, he observed the land, animals, and culture. And where others saw differences, Alexander spotted connections. Discover the incredible life of naturalist Alexander von Humboldt, whose explorations created the basis for modern ecology, whose travels made him one of the most famous scientists of his day, and whose curiosities have inspired generations of creative thinkers.
Alexander Hamilton: A Plan for America (I Can Read Level 2)
by Sarah AlbeeThe life of Alexander Hamilton, a key leader in the United States after the Revolutionary War, is introduced in this early reader biography.Alexander Hamilton was one of America’s founders. He was the first secretary of the treasury and George Washington’s right-hand man. But he also made some dangerous enemies during his short yet dramatic life.Beginning readers will learn about the milestones in Alexander Hamilton’s life in this Level Two I Can Read biography, which combines a traditional, illustrated narrative with historical illustrations and photographs at the back of the book—complete with a timeline, illustrations, and interesting facts.Alexander Hamilton: A Plan for America is a Level Two I Can Read, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
Alexander Anteater's Amazing Act (Animal Antics A to Z)
by Barbara deRubertisGet to know Alpha Betty&’s class in the award-winning, 26-book alphabet series ANIMAL ANTICS A TO Z! From Alexander Anteater to Zachary Zebra, it&’s one adventure after another. Zip along with these zany characters as they find new friends, test their talents, and have a rip-roaring good time! Alexander wants to have an amazing act for the talent show. He can already stand on his hands—but can his pals help make his act even more fantastic? This series is a perfect read-aloud choice to help kids discover the joy of letter sounds and give them the phonics building blocks they need for reading success. With delightful illustrations by Paddington Bear illustrator R.W. Alley, ANIMAL ANTICS A TO Z is an excellent resource for parents and educators alike. Activities in each book plus free activities online add to the fun.
Alex Rodriguez: A+ Shortstop
by Mike ShalinMike Shalin's A+ Shortstop tells the life story of this popular player who has been voted by fans as an All-Star Game starter two years in a row. Rodgriguez has also been honored as Player of the Year from The Sporting News, an award voted on by Major League Baseball Players. By teaming up with Ken Griffey Jr., "A-Rod" has helped turn the Mariners into one of the most entertaining teams to watch in pro sports, and Shalin provides the details into his development from high school phenom to Major League star. Alex Rodriguez has a long career still ahead of him, but his accomplishments in the game so far have made him an athlete to llok up to for people around the country.
Alex Can't Sleep: A Cosmic Kids Bedtime Yoga Story (Cosmic Kids)
by Brooke VitaleFor fans of the hit YouTube show Cosmic Kids, this original picture book teaches kids easy yoga poses and mindfulness through a fun, interactive story.Alex had a bad day at school. His toy broke, he dropped his sandwich in the dirt, and his favorite chair was taken in class. And now he's worried tomorrow will be just as bad as today! Can Alex go to sleep with his mom's help? Find out in this Cosmic Kids adventure, and practice yoga and mindfulness with Alex as you read along!
Albie's First Word: Read & Listen Edition
by Jacqueline TourvilleHere&’s a beautiful historical fiction picture book that provides a rare glimpse into the early childhood of Albert Einstein, the world&’s most famous physicist. Three-year-old Albie has never said a single word. When his worried mother and father consult a doctor, he advises them to expose little Albie to new things: a trip to the orchestra, an astronomy lecture, a toy boat race in the park. But though Albie dances with excitement at each new experience, he remains silent. Finally, the thoughtful, quiet child witnesses something so incredible, he utters his very first word: &“Why?&” Kids, parents, and teachers will be delighted and reassured by this joyous story of a child who develops a bit differently than others.This Read & Listen edition contains audio narration.