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National Parks Maps
by Abby LeightonExplore all 62 national parks in the United States from the Atlantic to the Pacific and everywhere in between in this illustrated map collection. Learn about our parks’ founding fathers and the unique characteristics each park has to offer—maybe even discover a park you’ve never heard of before, or a new one to have your next adventure. National Parks Maps is an informative and educational art collection meant for park fans of all ages.
National Parks and Monuments
by Flying FrogRead about the special features and quirky characteristics that make up America’s monuments and parks from the east to the west coast. Full-color illustrations (including state maps and icons) and interesting trivia make it an easy and fun journey of learning! Discover breathtaking shorelines, enormous canyons, and towering mountains as you travel down rivers and hike along historic scenic trails. Did you know that Yosemite Falls is North America’s tallest waterfall? Or that Mount Rushmore took fourteen years to carve? Each of America’s monuments and parks has its own unique symbols, facts, history, landscape, and so much more.
National Regular Average Ordinary Day
by Lisa KatzenbergerEven the regular, average, ordinary days can be celebrated with this charming picture book!Peter does not like being bored, so he comes up with a way to have some festive fun--he'll celebrate a different holiday each day! He even rates them on a scale of 1 to 10. But when he wakes up one morning to discover there isn't any holiday, he realizes he'll have to take matters into his own hands and make up his own! That's easier said than done, though, and nothing seems to go right--until Peter realizes that even a regular, average, ordinary day can be something worth celebrating.
Natsumi!
by Susan LendrothNatsumi is small but full of big exuberance, and puts her girl-power to good use when she discovers a Japanese tradition as energetic as she is. When Natsumi's family practices for their town's Japanese arts festival, Natsumi tries everything. But her stirring is way too vigorous for the tea ceremony, her dancing is just too imaginative, and flower arranging doesn't go any better. Can she find just the right way to put her exuberance to good use?This heartwarming tale about being true to yourself is perfect for readers who march to their own beat.
Natsumi's Song of Summer
by Robert Paul WestonThis sweet and gentle picture book celebrates summer in Japan, as one little girl shares her love for bugs with her cousin who is visiting from America.Two young cousins who are separated by language, continent and culture meet for the first time when Jill's family travels from America to Japan to stay with Natsumi's family during the summer holidays. Natsumi's nervousness about meeting her cousin from across the sea quickly disappears when she discovers that her cousin is a lot like her: they both love summertime's hot sandy beaches, cool refreshing watermelon, festivals and fireworks. Then Jill asks Natsumi about the strange buzzing sound that comes from the nearby trees, and Natsumi is nervous once again. What if Jill is frightened of Natsumi's cherished cicadas, the insects that sing the music of summertime? This is a tender, evocative story that celebrates the special pleasures of summertime and of reunions with faraway family and friends.
Nature Anatomy Activities for Kids: Fun, Hands-On Learning (Anatomy Activities for Kids)
by Kristine BrownThink like a scientist and search like an explorer with this illustrated nature guide for kids ages 8 to 12Get ready to explore the sky above, the ground below, and all the plants and creatures in between! Made just for kids, this nature anatomy book teaches you about the incredible forces and living things that exist in nature.You'll dig in to tons of different topics—from naming the layers of the atmosphere to learning the parts of a flower—and try out fun activities like creating a mini cloud and raising a tadpole. As you explore the natural world around you, you'll become a real scientist by asking questions, imagining outcomes, testing your ideas, and then writing down what you discover.Nature Anatomy Activities for Kids includes:5 Subjects, 20 lessons—Dive in to different chapters for the earth, the sky, water, plants, and animals. Every chapter includes multiple lessons about the topic, with a new activity and a journal prompt for each.Journal like a scientist—Use your own blank journal to answer prompts and take notes so you can write and draw everything you observe or note any questions you want to find an answer for.Detailed illustrations—Colorful pictures and diagrams make this nature anatomy book fun to use and get kids excited about the anatomy of plants, animals, ecosystems, and landscapes.Get outside and explore with this book of nature anatomy activities that opens up a whole new world of learning.
Nature: 5-Step Handicrafts for Kids (5-Step Handicrafts for Kids)
by Anna LlimósIn just five simple steps, children can make a variety of whimsical crafts such as a hanging mobile, a caterpillar, a maraca, and a sailboat out of objects found in nature. Fourteen projects make clever use of commonly available materials and simple tools, turning nuts, flowers, and clay into lasting crafts and toys. Children five years and older will develop fine motor skills, feed their creativity, and discover new uses for everyday objects. A ranking system for craft difficulty levels is included, from one star to four stars, for stress-free project selection.
Naughty Claudine's Christmas
by Patrick JenningsClaudine doesn't think Santa should be allowed to just barge into her house-that's not polite at all! The only way to keep him out? Get on his Naughty List . . . If you think about it, Santa is a pretty rude guy. He watches you while you sleep. He withholds presents if he decides you weren't good this year. And he sneaks into your house! Uninvited! Claudine wants none of it-she is determined to keep Santa away from her house this Christmas! And the only way to do it? Be as NAUGHTY as possible. Too bad Claudine's actually a pretty good kid at heart . . . This out-of-the-ordinary perspective on the beloved holiday figure will have kids rolling with laughter, while letting them know that it's okay to have an opinion different from the norm!
Nauvoo: Mormon City on the Mississippi River
by Raymond BialIn 1839, persecuted Mormons fled Missouri, across the Mississippi River, seeking freedom from violence. They hoped to find a safe haven on the banks of the river in an Illinois city that they called Nauvoo, “the city beautiful.”The Mormons did not flourish for long in Nauvoo. In neighboring cities some grew resentful of the prosperity that Joseph Smith and his people were enjoying. Religious misconceptions further fueled hostility toward the Mormons. Would the oft-persecuted Mormons have to flee their city beautiful?Through poignant writing and photographs of Nauvoo today, Raymond Bial tells the story of the city that many Mormons consider to be the wellspring of their religion.
Ned and the Great Garden Hamster Race: A Story About Kindness
by Kim HillyardMeet Ned, a determined little hamster ready to win a big race!3, 2, 1, go!Ned the hamster has been in training for the Great Garden Hamster Race. But when race day arrives, the route is cluttered with critters in need of help. Will he realize that a few small acts of kindness are more important than winning at any cost?This positive picture book from author-illustrator Kim Hillyard will inspire readers big and small to look up and offer help to those who might need it.
Negative Cat
by Sophie BlackallTwo-time Caldecott winner Sophie Blackall spins a winning tale about Max, a feline whose behavior doesn't win any raves, except from the boy who believes in him and finds a way to turn a negative into a positive.When a boy is FINALLY allowed to get a cat, he has no doubts about which one to bring home from the shelter. But Max the cat isn&’t quite what the family expected. He shuns the toy mouse, couldn&’t care less about the hand-knitted sweater, and spends most of his time facing the wall. One by one, the family gives up on Max, but the boy loves his negative cat so much, he&’ll do anything to keep him. Even the thing he dreads most: practicing his reading. Which, as it turns out, makes everything positive!
Nellie's Big Splash
by Cori DoerrfeldFrom the New York Times bestselling author of The Rabbit Listened, an unforgettable story of being brave and jumping into new experiencesWhen Nellie the sea turtle hatched, she was on a beach surrounded by lots of her brothers and sisters. Soon all the other turtles joyfully ran into the ocean and swam away, but Nellie? She was too scared. The ocean was loud, it was deep, and it was unknown. She stayed on the safe, dry sand instead. But when night starts to fall and it gets too dark and cold for a tiny little sea turtle on land, Nellie realizes that if she looked past the scary crashing waves, there's actually a whole world out there, just waiting for her to jump in.
Nen and the Lonely Fisherman
by Ian EagletonAn adventurous merman and kind fisherman find love and each other in this gorgeous update to the Little Mermaid story.Winner of the Polari Prize, the UK's first and largest LGBTQ+ book award.Far out at sea and deep below whispering waves lives a merman searching for a partner. In the forbidden world above, a kind fisherman wonders if something more is waiting for him beyond the horizon.When they find each other under a star-filled sky, their love will change both of their worlds.Celebrate queer joy and the uniting power of love with this award-winning, inclusive retelling of a classic fairy tale.
Nesting Dolls
by Vanessa Brantley-NewtonA heartwarming picture book about how one little girl's unique beauty has been growing for generations in her family tree.Anyiaka is in awe of her gorgeous Gullah Geechee family—she wants to be beautiful like her older sister, Sorie, a great listener like her mom, and a talented artist like her grandma. But on today's visit to her grandparents&’ house, Anyiaka sticks out from the rest of the family like a sore thumb. She can't seem to do anything right, and a trip to Grandma's art studio confirms just how different she is from the rest of the family.But Grandma&’s artwork—a special set of nesting dolls—also shows that what&’s on the outside doesn&’t always tell the whole story. While they may be distinct, together, her family&’s beauty and inner strength have deep roots that have been growing within each of them for generations.
Never Forget Eleanor
by Jason JuneThis poignant story from New York Times bestselling author Jason June and #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Loren Long reminds us of the life-changing power of words and the ways we remember the ones we love who've been affected by Alzheimer's or dementia. Perfect for fans of Drawn Together and The Rough Patch. Elijah loves spending time with his grandma Eleanor. She knows all the best words to answer tricky crossword puzzles and to tell the most beautiful stories to her family and friends.Everyone calls her “Never Forget Eleanor” because she remembers every word she reads and person she meets. Lately though, Elijah has started to notice Grandma Eleanor forgetting little things.So when Grandma Eleanor doesn’t show up for her Saturday story session, Elijah will need to find a way to use her favorite words and become the storyteller himself to bring her home.
Never Grow Up
by Roald DahlAn all-new Roald Dahl story that's perfect for graduation and all of life's special moments!What would happen if you never had to grow up? You never had to become a grown-up with all of the not-fun things that come with it. No vegetables, no jobs, and definitely no boredom.A largely unexplored format in the world of Dahl, this new picture book about staying young, adventurous, and curious is sure to enchant and engage fans of Roald Dahl, young and old.
Neverwoof
by Gabe JensenIn retro pantone style, a hilarious picture book about a dog who never barks. But what will he do when a burglar threatens his home?
Neville
by Norton Juster G. Brian Karas"[T]his ingenious foray into breaking into a new neighborhood makes for an amusing and appealing story," raves School Library Journal.Written by the acclaimed author of The Phantom Tollbooth, this is a simply told story about a boy who moves to a new neighborhood and finds a unique way to make friends. With whimsical illustrations by award-winning illustrator G. Brian Karas, here is a read-aloud that's great for storytime, and is sure to be a hit among fans of Juster, Karas, and anyone who is "the new kid on the block."From the Hardcover edition.
Neville: Read & Listen Edition
by Norton Juster&“This ingenious foray into breaking into a new neighborhood makes for an amusing and appealing story,&” raves School Library Journal.Written by the acclaimed author of The Phantom Tollbooth, this is a simply told story about a boy who moves to a new neighborhood and finds a unique way to make friends—now paired with audio narration in this Read & Listen edition. With whimsical illustrations by award-winning illustrator G. Brian Karas, here is a read-aloud that's great for storytime, and is sure to be a hit among fans of Juster, Karas, and anyone who is "the new kid on the block."This ebook includes Read & Listen audio narration.
New Glasses (Scholastic Reader: Level 1 Ser.)
by EOneDiscover what happens when Peppa goes to the eye doctor in this fun easy-to-read Level 1 reader. Based on the hit TV show on Nick Jr.Peppa wants glasses! What happens when she takes an eye test? Find out in this wonderful Level 1 reader. Level 1 readers are perfect for little ones learning sight words, words to sound out, and simple sentences.
New Shoes for Leo
by Lauren Agra DeedyDebut Cuban-American author Lauren Agra Deedy and award-winning artist Susan Gal join forces in this charming, heartfelt picture book story about an immigrant family-and their love and caring for family they left behind.William's Mami and his Tía Ana are busy packing a big box of food, medicine, and clothing to mail to their family living in Cuba.But something important is missing.They have no zapatos, no shoes, to send Cousin Leo!"Which cousin is Leo?" William asks.Tía Ana answers him with a thin paper tracing of Leo's footprint. She nudges him out the door to find someone in the family with spare shoes in Leo's size. But finding shoes for Leo is not as easy as it seems.With warmth and tenderness, Lauren Agra Deedy and Susan Gal have created a rich, colorful story of a tight-knit family - and the love that grows as they care for those living far away.
Newfound Friends (A Button & Squeaky Adventure)
by Jim Shore Jan ShoreA teddy bear and his balloon dog best friend try new things, explore the park, and make new friends in this delightful story about friendship.Button the teddy bear and Squeaky the balloon dog wake up to a beautiful, sunny day! Although Squeaky has never left the attic before, Button encourages him, and they set out to spend the day at the park to find their next adventure. They soon make two new friends, Pinky and Acorn, and the exciting adventures continue—with friendship being the best adventure of them all.An imaginative story filled with love, acceptance, and the joys of friendship, Newfound Friends is the second children&’s book in the Button and Squeaky series by award-winning and best-selling artist Jim Shore. It is another great bedtime story that kids will want to read over and over.This is a fixed-format ebook, which preserves the design and layout of the original print book
Newspaper Hats
by Phil CummingsA touching, age-appropriate and uplifting story about a loved one with Alzheimer's disease. Georgie visits her Grandpa at the retirement home where he lives, but he doesn&’t always remember who she is. Georgie sits with him as he sifts painstakingly through his remaining memories, finding points of commonality and companionship, until they come to a memory of her—and of newspaper hats, which Grandpa still remembers how to make! Together, they fold enough for all his friends. Touching moments in this beautifully-illustrated book portray the difficulties and nuances of memory loss from a child&’s perspective, and an uplifting ending leaves readers with hope. A poignant and age-appropriate story about a loved one with Alzheimer&’s disease.
Next Stop Grand Central
by Maira KalmanAt Grand Central Station, Chief of Police George Coppola finds lost people, and Mr. Chidchester, head of the Lost and Found, finds lost dogs. Marino Marino makes oyster stew, while thinking up interesting math problems. A man in a porkpie hat buys cherry pies. Maira Kalman's stylized artwork, along with entertaining text, brilliantly captures the excitement of Grand Central Station, "the busiest, fastest, biggest place there is."
Next Stop: A Preschool Graduation Affirmation
by Brooke Jorden<p>Preschool was fun—so much paper and glue. But now it is time to try something new! There’s no need to be anxious or worried, palms sweaty. It’s time for kindergarten, and you are READY!<p> <p>Going to kindergarten is a big step, and it can be scary to try something new! With engaging rhymes and trendy illustrations, Next Stop: Kindergarten! reminds kids just how much they know and how prepared they really are. This simple board book reviews the basic academic and social skills expected of incoming kindergarteners—from counting and ABCs to using the bathroom and making friends. The perfect gift for preschool graduation or the first day of school!<p>