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Eric
by Shaun TanA beautifully surreal and gently humorous picture book about cultural differences, empathy and the power of perspective, from internationally acclaimed author-illustrator Shaun Tan.Eric is a foreign exchange student who comes to live with a typical suburban family. Although everyone is delighted with the arrangement, cultural misunderstandings ensue, beginning with Eric's insistence on sleeping in a pantry cupboard rather than a specially prepared guest room. The family takes Eric on a number of excursions, but they're never sure if he's having a good time, as he just doesn't say very much. He's mostly interested in small things he discovers on the ground. When Eric leaves the family suddenly, they're unsure if they've done something wrong. But Eric leaves them a surprise gift that they'll never forget.
Eric & Julieta: Desastre en la cocina / A Mess in the Kitchen (Eric & Julieta)
by Isabel MuñozJulieta has a playdate with her friend Lupe and won't even look at her brother Eric. When he tries to get their attention, he succeeds, but not in the way he first intended, and it's a mess!Eric is dying to play with his sister Julieta and her friend Lupe, but won't admit it. So he tries to hide one of Julieta's dolls on top of the kitchen shelves... unfortunately, as he climbs up he trips and falls with a loud thump! The girls come to find out what happened, and Eric, to hide his prank, gets them to make cookies for everyone. The idea is as wild as the mess they're about to create.Eric se muere por jugar con Julieta y su amiguta Lupe, pero no quiere admitirlo. Por eso, trata de esconderles una muneca en uno de los estantes superiores de la cocina... ¡con tan mala suerte que se cae! Las ninas corren a auxiliarlo y Eric, para esconder su travesura, las convence de que todos hagan galletas. Una idea tan descabellada como el desastre que tendra lugar en la cocina.
Eric & Julieta: Todos enamorados / Everybody in Love (Eric & Julieta)
by Isabel MuñozIn the latest Eric & Julieta book, love is everywhere, but Eric thinks he can live without it!It’s Valentine’s Day and Eric can’t stand it. Everyone seems to be in love: His mom and dad, his sister Julieta, even the cat! The thing is, Eric doesn’t believe in love. Until...Es el dia de San Valentin y Eric esta muy molesto. Todos parecen estar enamorados: su mama y su papa, su hermana Julieta y hasta su gato. Lo que sucede es que Eric no cree en el amor, hasta que...
Ernestine's Milky Way
by Kerry Madden-LunsfordAn empowering picture book set in the 1940s about a determined five-year-old girl who embarks on a journey to deliver milk to her neighbors in the holler.Every morning, Ernestine shouts out her window to the Great Smoky Mountains, "I'm five years old and a big girl!" When Mama asks Ernestine--who helps with chores around the farm while Papa is away at war--to carry two mason jars filled with milk to their neighbor, Ernestine isn't sure she can do it. After all, she'd need to walk through thickets of crabapple and blackberry by the creek, not to mention past vines of climbing bittersweet. But Ernestine is five years old and a big girl, so off she sets. Along the way, one mason jar slips from her arms and rolls down the mountainside into the river, and Ernestine is sure it's lost forever . . . until her neighbor's son shows up with a muddy jar--and there's a surprise inside! With tons of flavor and a can-do spirit, here is a celebration of American history and a plucky girl who knows that helping a family in need is worth the trouble.
Erno Rubik and His Magic Cube
by Kerry AradhyaThis first picture book biography of Rubik&’s Cube creator Erno Rubik reveals the obsession, imagination, and engineering process behind creating an iconic puzzle.Celebrating 50 years of the most popular puzzle in history!In the hills of Budapest, near the banks of the Danube River, lived a quiet boy named Ernő Rubik. He loved books, art, nature, and—most of all—puzzles. And he grew up to create the most popular puzzle in history. This picture book biography explores the experience and interests that inspired the inventor of the Rubik&’s Cube.From the time he was a child, Ernő was curious about the objects around him. What did they look like on the inside? What about geometric shapes? How many ways could he fit them together? Could he combine them so they somehow became something that was greater than its components?Ernő grew up and became a professor of architecture and design. Still fascinated with how shapes worked together, he fashioned an object, a cube made up of smaller cubes that twisted and turned without breaking. This object eventually became known as the most popular puzzle in history, the Rubik&’s Cube.Kerry Aradhya&’s accessible text takes us behind the scenes of the creative process and into the mind and imagination of a remarkable inventor. Kara Kramer&’s cheerful, multi-media illustrations encourage readers to think about inspiration, reflection, and the joy of puzzles—and solutions.
Escape Goat
by Ann PatchettFrom the international bestselling author of Bel Canto and The Dutch House, Ann Patchett, and the bestselling illustrator of the Fancy Nancy series, Robin Preiss Glasser, comes a hilarious and heartwarming story about a goat who keeps getting all the blame, but ultimately teaches one family about the importance of honesty and owning up to your mistakes. The Farmer family has a big problem! Every day their goat escapes, and every day, Mr. Farmer brings him back. So when things start to go awry on the farm, it must be the goat’s fault. Who’s to blame when Mrs. Farmer’s petunias are trampled? Or when all the cupcakes for Archie’s party disappear? And when the whole bucket of paint is spilled? Of course, everyone blames the goat! But is it really his fault? Find out in this epic collaboration between Ann Patchett and Robin Preiss Glasser, who create this perfect picture book about telling the truth.
Escape from Baxters' Barn
by Rebecca BondWhen Burdock the barn cat sneaks into the Baxters’ farmhouse kitchen to hide behind a warm stove, he overhears a sinister plot that endangers all the animals on the farm. It’s up to him and his cacophonous cohorts to figure out how to bust out of the barn before it's too late. In this winning debut, readers will fall in love with the solitary cat, the self-effacing cow, the unstoppable pig, even a wayward she-owl—all brought to life with clever dialogue, poetic descriptions, and expressive black-and-white illustrations. This warm, lively read-aloud story about teamwork and friendship has the timeless appeal of a much-loved quilt.
Esi the Brave (Who Was Not Afraid of Anything)
by Bernard MensahA bold and bright picture book about being brave when you're scared in a new, overwhelming environmentEsi is a brave Ghanaian girl who is not afraid of anything. Monsters and ghosts should be scared of her!When she sets off for the annual Kakamotobi Festival with her parents, she&’s confident she&’ll be fine. Her mother warns that there&’s going to be loud music and scary masks and a very big crowd, but Esi&’s unconcerned. She's not afraid of anything.But when they get to the festival and her parents suddenly disappear in a crowd of terrifying monster masks, Esi realizes that to save her parents, she&’ll have to be the bravest she&’s ever been. With detail-packed illustrations and a text begging to be read aloud, this is the perfect story about finding your inner strength to be brave.
Estamos agradecidos: Otsaliheliga
by Traci Sorell¡Ahora en español! La comunidad cheroqui está agradecida por los logros y desafíos que experimentan en cada estación. En este libro se cuenta la vida moderna de los nativos americanos, narrada por una ciudadana de la Nación Cheroqui.Now in Spanish! The Cherokee community is grateful for blessings and challenges that each season brings. This is modern Native American life as told by an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation.Los ciudadanos de la Nación Cheroqui emplean la palabra otsaliheliga (o-ya-LI-ge-li-ga) para expresar gratitud. A partir del año nuevo cheroqui, que ocurre en otoño, hasta el verano, el año cheroqui está lleno de celebraciones y experiencias. Este libro, escrito por una ciudadana de la Nación Cheroqui, describe a un grupo de nativos americanos y finaliza con un glosario y un silabario cheroqui completo, creado por Sequoyah.The word otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences. The complete Cherokee syllabary, originally created by Sequoyah, is included.
Esther's Gragger: A Toyshop Tale of Purim
by Martha Seif SimpsonYoung Esther has earned a special gragger (whirling noisemaker) by delivering charitable gifts on Purim, a Jewish holiday based on the story of Queen Esther. Now she is ready to carry her gragger in the festive Purim parade! Like the legendary Queen, Esther displays courage and wit when an older bully tries to steal her gragger. The lively cast of characters quibble and carouse in a bygone world of warmth, surprise, and generosity. There is even a parade for children only. The appendix helps readers understand the history of Purim, how it is celebrated today, what a &“gragger&” is, and how to make a simple noisemaker. Following the award-winning The Dreidel That Wouldn&’t Spin, author Martha Seif Simpson and illustrator D. Yael Bernhard have again created a new toyshop tale of playful language and images that hint at ancient roots and hidden meanings, which are just waiting for young readers to find. This is a tale ideal for reading aloud for fun, but also for learning.
Esther's Grand Adventure
by Alyssa JohnstonThis illustrated storybook offers a delightful take on the Old Testament story of Queen Esther. Esther&’s Grand Adventure brings the story of Esther to life in a relatable way for both kids and parents. It&’s a Bible story that reads like a bedtime story! Following Esther as she goes from being an ordinary girl with big dreams to a queen who has the opportunity to save her people, Esther&’s Grand Adventure stars a brave and confident heroine, and shows young readers the importance of speaking up and doing what is right.
Estie the Mensch
by Jane Kohuth Rosanne LitzingerEstie does not always like people. So when her grandmother reminds her to be a mensch, she'd rather not. She'd rather be a dog. Or a turtle. Or a seagull. Being a monkey can even make another kid laugh! But it can also make another kid cry, and that's when Estie and her grandmother find out what a mensch Estie can really be.From the Hardcover edition.
Etta Extraordinaire
by Roda Ahmed Charnaie GordonEtta Extraordinaire has descriptive copy which is not yet available from the Publisher.
Etty Darwin and the Four Pebble Problem
by Lauren SoloyEtty Darwin and her famous father go for a walk to ponder life, science . . . and fairies! Inspired by the real-life daughter of Charles Darwin.Etty loves make-believe.Her dad loves science.Etty believes in fairies.Her dad would need to see some proof that they exist. But they both love nature, conversation and each other. A gorgeous rumination on belief and imagination featuring Henrietta (Etty) Darwin and her famous father, Charles. Etty went on to become a valued and keen editor of Charles's work and a thoughtful and intellectual being in her own right. This imagined conversation between Etty and Charles as they stroll around Charles's real-life "thinking track" explores their close relationship and shows that even science is nothing without an open mind and imagination.
Eugene and the sounds of the city
by Sylvie Auzary-LutonA bear who loves to dance finds music and delight in all the sounds of the city, and discovers that silence shared with others can be a music all its own. Eugene loves to dance. He loves it so much he'll dance to any noise in the city, whether it be a car horn or a jackhammer. He wishes he could get everyone else to dance along with him, but no one else seems to care. When an evening snow begins to fall, Eugene discovers the magic ingredient that will put everyone in a mood to frolic. Here's a gleeful celebration of the rhythms of daily life, and a lesson in how to find the music that's all around you.
Evangeline of the Bayou
by Jan EldredgeA spooky, funny middle grade adventure with a sassy, memorable heroine and a charming Southern feel, perfect for fans of Kate DiCamillo, Kate Messner, and Natalie Lloyd.Twelve-year-old haunt huntress apprentice Evangeline Clement spends her days and nights studying the ways of folk magic, honing her monster-hunting skills while pursuing local bayou banshees and Johnny revenants.With her animal familiar sure to make itself known any day now, the only thing left to do is prove to the council she has heart. Then she will finally be declared a true haunt huntress, worthy of following in the footsteps of her long line of female ancestors.But when Evangeline and her grandmother are called to New Orleans to resolve an unusual case, she uncovers a secret that will shake her to the soles of her silver-tipped alligator-skin boots.Set in the evocative Louisiana bayou and the vibrant streets of New Orleans, Evangeline’s is a tale of loyalty and determination, the powerful bonds of friendship and family, and the courage to trust your gut no matter how terrifying that might be.
Even Better Than Sprinkles: A Story About Best Friends
by Linda SkeersWhen you find someone who agrees to be the back end of a unicorn costume, who names their goldfish after you, and is always willing to be the dragon when you play knights and dragons, you&’ve found a best friend. Having a best friend is the greatest feeling ever. But it&’s terrible when something happens to break up that friendship. Now it feels like you are being hugged by a porcupine. Now it&’s time to figure out how to repair a broken friendship. A good place to start is a homemade card with glitter everywhere and a special cupcake with lots of sprinkles. When you add an apology, it&’s the best way back to being best friends. This funny and sweet story is a guide to celebrating and caring for your besties even when you don't seem to agree.
Even Grouches Wear Masks! (Pictureback(R))
by Andrea Posner-SanchezElmo and his Sesame Street friends know how important it is for everyone to wear a mask--even Oscar the Grouch--in this timely paperback with photos of everyone's favorite muppets!Thanks to Elmo, Oscar, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their Sesame Street friends, young boys and girls will learn how and why to wear a face mask. Sesame Street fans will love the bright, colorful photos of the lovable muppets wearing masks throughout this paperback book. And they'll laugh while they're learning how to stay healthy--and keep their friends and family healthy, too.Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, aims to help kids grow smarter, stronger, and kinder through its many unique domestic and international initiatives. These projects cover a wide array of topics for families around the world.
Even More Parts
by Tedd ArnoldChip Block, the hero of Parts, is back, and still worried about falling apart based on the things he hears. This time he's made a list of all the strange, crazy things he's heard people say: "I lost my head." "My nose is running." "I sang my heart out. . . ." It's scary stuff, but he has a plan for making sure he doesn't accidentally leave any of his parts behind. A hilarious sequel to the wildly popular Parts and More Parts.
Even Superheroes Have Bad Days
by Shelly Becker“Filled with diverse characters, from caped crusaders to badly behaving villains . . . Full of action and vibrancy . . . A good way to soothe bad days away.” —School Library JournalWhen Superheroes don’t get their way,when they’re sad, when they’re mad, when they’ve had a bad day . . .. . . they COULD super-tantrum, they COULD but they DON’T,because REAL Superheroes just WOULDN’T—they WON’T!All kids have trouble getting a grip on their emotions, sometimes—even young superheroes! But what do they do when they’re having a bad day? Colorful action-packed illustrations and a dynamite rhyming text reveal the many ways superheroes (and ordinary children, too) can resist the super-temptation to cause a scene when they’re sad, mad, frustrated, lonely, or afraid. From burning off steam on a bike or a hike, to helping others, this energetic picture book has plenty of fun ideas to help kids cope when they’re feeling overwhelmed.“An action-packed romp.” —Kirkus Reviews“[A] lighthearted exposé on how a group of superheroes deal with their frustrations . . . A spoonful of superheroes certainly helps the message go down.” —Booklist
Everett Green: The Not-So-Christmas Tree
by Freddy WexlerCelebrate friendship, giving, and the true meaning of Christmas with Everett Green, the palm tree with plenty of personality!The tiki torch is lit, the hula dancers are ready, the stage is set. It's...Christmastime in Hawaii!Everett Green is a singing, dancing palm tree waiting for his big break. He dreams of being a star, yet has no idea how to make it happen--until he sees the Rockefeller Tree on TV. Determined to become the most famous Christmas tree ever, Everett is ready to hightail it out of Hawaii and make his big debut in the Big Apple.But it's not all clear skies for Everett when a New York snowstorm grounds his flight.Stuck in the airport with hundreds of disgruntled travelers, Everett must dig deep for holiday spirit if he wants to become a real Christmas tree!From grammy-nominated songwriter Freddy Wexler comes a modern Christmas classic: the story of a would-be Christmas tree who comes to see that Christmas is not what or where you are, but who you're with.
Every Body Wonderfully Made: God's Good Plan for Boys and Girls
by Courtney SiebringBoy or girl? Tall or short? Every Body Wonderfully Made shows how every detail was planned with purpose by our loving Creator. "You are great, God, and my body is, too! Help me use it for goodness, beauty, and truth." Motivated by Psalm 139, this book tells of the incredible delight that each human is lovingly crafted by God, fearfully and wonderfully made. Through imaginative illustrations, lovable characters, and playful language, children can celebrate the wonderful miracle of their bodies. Every Body Wonderfully Made speaks directly to each child about their worth, purpose, and uniqueness in the eyes of the Creator. Every child has amazing opportunities to experience life, creation, beauty, and love. Every Body Wonderfully Made encourages children ages 3 to10 in their identity—boy or girl—from a biblical point of view. Paired with rich, colorful illustrations that assist early readers in understanding sophisticated concepts, Every Body Wonderfully Made teaches children about the goodness of their loving heavenly Father, who created them on purpose with purpose in their beautiful bodies. Every Body Wonderfully Made: Is the perfect book for boys and girls ages 3–10 to learn about just how much they are worth in the eyes of God. Makes a wonderful gift for baby showers, birthdays, and elementary/preschool graduations. Provides parents, grandparents, and caregivers a wonderful narrative to help explain the dignity, worth, and beauty of each child from a God-centered perspective. Is a valuable resource for homeschooling families, librarians, children's ministers, Sunday school teachers, and Christian school educators. Every Body Wonderfully Made lovingly cups each child's chin, looks deeply into their eyes, and says, "You were made on purpose with purpose." It affirms to children's hearts that their bodies –male or female– are inextricably linked to their personhood. We are God's workmanship. —Courtney Siebring, Author.
Every Body: A First Conversation About Bodies (First Conversations)
by Megan Madison Jessica RalliBased on the research that race, gender, consent, and body liberation should be discussed with toddlers on up, this read-aloud board book series offers adults the opportunity to begin important conversations with young children in an informed, safe, and supported way.Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this topic-driven picture book offers clear, concrete language and beautiful imagery to introduce the concept of BODY LIBERATION. This book serves to celebrate the uniqueness of your body and all bodies, and addresses the unfair rules and ideas that currently exist about bodies. It ends with motivational action points for making the world more fair for all!While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it's hard to know where to begin. Research shows that talking about issues like race and gender from the age of two not only helps children understand what they see, but also increases self-awareness, self-esteem, and allows them to recognize and confront things that are unfair, like discrimination and prejudice.These books offer a supportive approach that considers both the child and the adult. Stunning art accompanies the simple and interactive text, and the backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending this discussion.
Every Breath We Take: A Book About Air
by Dominique Browning Maya AjmeraClean air is essential for all living creatures—plants, animals, and people—to live healthy lives. Every Breath We Take is a positive, life-affirming look at clean air, with a subtle message about how air can be dirtied—and how it can be cleaned up. Photographs of beautiful children around the world exploring air through touch, smell, sound, and sight underscore the importance of clean air to all life on earth. This is science that surrounds us.The first step to cherishing something is recognizing its importance and understanding why it is necessary. A portion of the proceeds from the sales of this book will be donated to Moms Clean Air Force, a national movement of over a half million moms, dads, and grandparents who are protecting the right of every child to breathe clean air.