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Sleepy, the Goodnight Buddy: An eBook with Audio
by Drew DaywaltIt is impossible not to crack up while reading this all-dialogue bedtime story by Drew Daywalt, the New York Times #1 best-selling author of THE DAY THE CRAYONS QUIT. Scott Campbell's expressive illustrations bring home the hilarity.Roderick hates going to bed, and the young boy has become quite resourceful in coming up with ways to delay the dreaded hour when the lights must go out. Roderick's loving parents--fed up with the distractions and demands that have become his anti-bedtime ritual--decide to get him a stuffed animal to cuddle with and help him wind down. However, Sleepy quickly proves to be a bit high-maintenance. Just when we fear the night may never end, Sleepy's antics become too exhausting for Roderick to bear.
Small Pig
by Arnold LobelA small pig runs away from his home after his pig pen is cleaned up by the farmer's wife.
Small Steps, Big Change
by Annemarie CoolAn uplifting, environmental picture book guide for kids ages 3-7 with 14 simple tips for helping to build a better tomorrow, inspired by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.Children ages 3-7 will meet Water Hero, Sharing Hero, and more fun characters as they present 14 simple tips that everyone can do to make our world a better place.Everyone can make a difference when it comes to protecting the environment! This inviting book is full of 14 simple, everyday goals that anyone can achieve to bring about positive change.Tips include:Keeping ourselves healthy by eating vegetables and getting plenty of exercise; Using reusable bags for shopping and conserving energy and water;Reducing the amount of plastic we use and keeping beaches clean when we visit them; andTreating others with respect and working togetherInspired by the Sustainable Development Goals, formulated by the United Nations.
Small in the City
by Sydney SmithIt can be a little scary to be small in a big city, but this child has some good advice for a very special friend in need.Winner of the Ezra Jack Keats AwardA New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Book of the YearWinner of the CILIP Kate Greenaway MedalIt can be a little scary to be small in a big city, but it helps to know you're not alone.When you're small in the city, people don't see you, and loud sounds can scare you, and knowing what to do is sometimes hard. But this little kid knows what it's like, and knows the neighborhood. And a little friendly advice can go a long way.Alleys can be good shortcuts, but some are too dark.Or, there are lots of good hiding places in the city, like under a mulberry bush or up a walnut tree.And, if the city gets to be too much, you're always welcome home, where it's safe and quiet.In the first book that he has both written and illustrated, award-winning artist Sydney Smith spins a quiet, contemplative tale about seeing a big world through little eyes.Winner of the Governor General's Literary AwardAn ALA Notable Children's BookA New York Times Best Children's BookA Wall Street Journal Best Children's Book of the YearAn NPR Best Kids Book of the YearA Capitol Choices Noteworthy TitleA Washington Post Best Children's Book of the YearA Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Best Picture Book of the YearNamed a Best Book of the Year by Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal, the Horn Book, Shelf Awareness, and many more!A Booklist Editors' ChoiceA BCCB Blue Ribbon BookWinner of the German Youth Literature Prize
Smart Sisters (Happy Hair)
by Mechal Renee RoeConfident, empowered sisters and best friends are celebrated in this read-together picture book celebrating sisterly love and joy. From the author of the Happy Hair series, which promotes self-love, positivity, and acceptance.Perfect together! Always and forever! My sister and me!Beautiful Black and Brown girls with gorgeous natural hairstyles are the stars of this vibrant, rhythmic picture book. With encouraging words of unity and support on each page, it's a great read-aloud to promote confidence and self-esteem among girls of all ages.Look for all the books in the Happy Hair series:• Happy Hair• Cool Cuts• I'm Growing Great• I Love Being Me! (Step Into Reading)• I Am Born to Be Awesome! (Step Into Reading)
Smiles to Go
by Jerry SpinelliWhat is stargazer, skateboarder, chess champ, pepperoni pizza eater, older brother, sister hater, best friend, first kisser, science geek, control freak Will Tuppence so afraid of in this great big universe?Jerry Spinelli knows.
Smiley Shark (Ocean Adventures)
by Ruth GallowaySmiley Shark loves to smile, but everyone is afraid of his big, toothy grin! Catfish, Sea Star, and Octopus all swim away as fast as they can. When all the friends are caught in a net, they need Smiley Shark's help. Can a big smile save the day?
Smitten With Kittens
by Florence MinorSnuggly, fun, bouncy, and playful--who isn't smitten with kittens? A simple, rhyming story perfect for kitty loving kiddos everywhere!Get smitten with kittens in this rhyming picture book perfect for read-alouds. There's so much to love about kittens--from their cute little mews to their unstoppable mischief-making! Turn to the back of the book for fascinating facts about cat behavior and care.
Smooch Your Pooch
by Teddy SlaterA rollicking rhyme for every dog lover!"Get out your fiddle and play a sweet song.Musical pups will love howling along. There are so many wonderful things you can do for the four-legged friend who's so loyal to you."Funny and sweet, this rhyming ode to dogs reminds us to show our love every day-in small ways, in silly ways, in soft and warm and wise ways. With loose, active art that captures the fuzz and the motion in equal measure.
Smoot: A Rebellious Shadow
by Michelle CuevasA brave shadow finds a more colorful life in this joyous picture book by the acclaimed author of The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles and illustrator of Sidewalk Flowers.Smoot the shadow has been living a yawn-filled life for years. His boy never laughs and never leaps, so Smoot never does either . . . until the day he pops free, and decides to hit the road in search of the life he dreams about. And as he enjoys his first colorful day--singing, dancing and playing--other shadows watch him, and they become brave too. The frog's shadow takes the shape of a prince, the dragonfly's shadow that of a dragon. Even the rock's shadow gets in on the excitement. But what will become of the timid beings their shadows have left behind? Will they finally be inspired to find their own daring?
Smoot: A Rebellious Shadow
by Michelle CuevasA brave shadow finds a more colorful life in this joyous picture book by the acclaimed author of The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles and illustrator of Sidewalk Flowers. Smoot the shadow has been living a yawn-filled life for years. His boy never laughs and never leaps, so Smoot never does either . . . until the day he pops free, and decides to hit the road in search of the life he dreams about. And as he enjoys his first colorful day—singing, dancing, and playing—other shadows watch him, and they become brave, too. The frog's shadow takes the shape of a prince, the dragonfly's shadow that of a dragon. Even the rock's shadow gets in on the excitement. But what will become of the timid beings their shadows have left behind? Will they finally be inspired to find their own daring?
Smurfs: Book of Magic (Smurfs)
by PeyoBased on the highly anticipated film from Paramount Animation including original music by Rihanna, this story of the movie is perfect for sharing with the little Smurfs fan in your life. Includes stickers!Step into the enchanting world of Smurfette and her friends as they embark on an epic quest. From the rolling hills of Smurf Village to the mystical depths of the Forbidden Forest, they'll uncover the hidden worlds and mysteries that lie within the Smurf-Verse.From Paramount Animation studios, Smurfs (2025) is an interdimensional adventure and musical comedy featuring a star-studded cast, including Rihanna as Smurfette! Featuring original songs, this fun romp through the Smurfs-verse answers the universe’s greatest question: What is a Smurf?
Smurfs: How Much Farther, Papa Smurf? (Smurfs)
by Robb PearlmanJoin the Smurfs, small blue creatures with big personalities, as they journey to see the Blue Moon! This picture book is great to introduce new and old fans to the iconic Smurfs and their adventures, and is perfect for Father’s Day or any day! Papa Smurf is excited to lead everyone on an unforgettable trip to see the rare, beautiful Blue Moon! His map will take them up the mountain above the clouds for a great view. Everyone is having a blast and enjoying all the little detours—except Brainy. Brainy just wants to stay on the path and get there already! He can’t stop himself from asking an age-old question: How much farther, Papa Smurf? From #1 New York Times bestselling duo Robb Pearlman and Melanie Demmer (The Office and Parks and Rec), this funny, poignant story explores the value of patience and savoring ordinary, unexpected moments that become our favorite memories. A whole new generation is falling in love with the Smurfs through their hit show on Nickelodeon, and How Much Farther, Papa Smurf? is a perfect book for these new fans and their families.
Smurfs: Meet the Smurfs (I Can Read Level 1)
by PeyoIt’s time to meet all the neighbors in Smurf Village! In this Level One I Can Read book, meet the iconic, charming little blue characters with big personalities. Featuring artwork from the all-new Nickelodeon animated series! Who are the Smurfs and where do they live? What do they look like and what makes Clumsy different from Hefty and Brainy? Discover the ins and outs of the Smurfs cast. From Papa Smurf to Smurfette to the wicked Gargamel and his feline sidekick, find out what makes each Smurf smurftastic in their own way!This introduction is perfect for fans of the ongoing Nickelodeon animated show as well as parents who wish to share the Smurfs with beginning readers.Meet the Smurfs is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.
Smurfs: The Scariest Smurf (Smurfs)
by PeyoJoin the Smurfs for a spooky Halloween adventure! Halloween is Scaredy Smurf's least favorite day of the year, and this year, it's extra scary with a monster on the loose. The Scariest Smurf comes with special Halloween stickers and a fold-out removable poster, and is a great Halloween gift for fans of the animated Nickelodeon show!It's Halloween and while most Smurfs are excited for treats and the costume party, Scaredy is extra anxious. There are so many things to be afraid of, like zombies, ghosts, and skeletons. Throw Papa Smurf's potion into the mix, and there's a real monster on the loose! How will Scaredy get through the night?
Snack Attack!
by Terry BorderFrom the creator of the popular world of Peanut Butter & Cupcake! comes a wry and witty story in which no snack is safe from the monster that is the Kid. Perfect for fans of Creepy Carrots and A Creepy Pair of Underwear.They had been warned of the dangers that lurked outside of their packages, but they didn't care. These three snacks were on a mission to have some fun, and no Monster Kids could stop them. The world of the kitchen belonged to Cookie, Pretzel, and Cheese Doodle--or so they thought.But when the three treats find a chilling note from Mom, they know it's time to come up with a plan to save themselves from the horrifying threat of the Kid. What should a smart Cookie and her friends do?Terry Border creates a brand-new, deliciously eerie masterpiece in which the kitchen tables are turned, and after-school snacks become the heroes of a sweet and salty story of survival.Praise for Snack Attack:"This comedic horror-lite story about snacks is just delectable, and offers an avenue of connection between the generations." --SLJ"Satisfyingly silly." --Kirkus Reviews
Snail & Worm: Three Stories About Two Friends
by Tina KüglerThe first book in the Geisel Honor–winning series featuring an unlikely pair of friends &“delivers a steady stream of laughs&” for young readers (Publishers Weekly). Told in three comical, episodic shorts and ranging in topic from adventuring to having pets, Snail and Worm will have readers laughing at the friends&’ silly antics, making it a perfect book for readers transitioning between picture books and chapter books. This beloved duo returns in Snail and Worm Again, Tina Kügler&’s Geisel Honor–winning companion to Snail and Worm, and complete their hat trick (wait, do worms wear hats?) in Snail and Worm All Day.
Snail and Worm All Day: Three Stories About Two Friends (Snail and Worm)
by Tina Kügler"All day, every day, is a good time for reading about Snail and Worm. Run (faster than Snail ever could) to get a copy of this winning early reader." —Kirkus (starred review)Snail and Worm go on three silly adventures in this early reader chock full of heartfelt humor and irresistible illustrations. By Geisel Honor winner Tina Kügler.Snail and Worm are back at it and sure to have readers giggling from dawn ’til dusk (wait—do snails and worms sleep?) in Snail and Worm All Day, complete with heartfelt humor and Tina Kügler’s irresistible illustrations.Brimming with laugh-out-loud jokes, these three new stories are sweet celebrations of cooperation and discovery.
Snake Supper
by Alan DurantAges 3-6. A snake slithers through the forest searching for supper. First he swallows a mouse, then a goat, two chimps, and finally a tiger. He's full! But when he runs into an enormous elephant, snake can't resist! Big eaters and reluctant eaters alike will be charmed by snake's snacks.
Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book)
by Julie FalatkoSnappsy the alligator is having a normal day when a pesky narrator steps in to spice up the story. Is Snappsy reading a book ... or is he making CRAFTY plans? Is Snappsy on his way to the grocery store ... or is he PROWLING the forest for defenseless birds and fuzzy bunnies? Is Snappsy innocently shopping for a party ... or is he OBSESSED with snack foods that start with the letter P? What's the truth? Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book) is an irreverent look at storytelling, friendship, and creative differences, perfect for fans of Mo Willems.
Snappsy the Alligator and His Best Friend Forever (Probably)
by Julie FalatkoSnappsy (begrudgingly!) returns in this clever and hilarious follow-up to the critically-acclaimed Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book). Snappsy the alligator wants nothing more than a quiet evening to himself, but a pesky chicken who insists he's Snappsy's best friend won't leave him alone. Friendship bracelets? Matching shirts? The sleepover of the century? Snappsy did not ask for any of the activities the chicken—his best friend forever?—is planning. This pitch-perfect sequel to Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book) explores all the ways we get friendship wrong (and why it feels so magical when we get it right!).
Snarky Sharky
by Bethan ClarkeA hilarious picture book for children ages 3-7 that's filled with quick wit, puns, and the antics of a brilliantly-snarky main character, Snarky Sharky.While most of the fish in the ocean are small fry, Snarky Sharky rules. But life in his underwater home is starting to annoy him. He is convinced that the dolphins are chirpy &“on porpoise&” to get on his nerves...and that the sea stars are &“always missing the point.&” One day, he decides to leave the reef and strike out on his own. Will he find something bigger and better? Readers will giggle at Snarky Sharky&’s quick wit, puns, and hilarious facial expressions, all the while absorbing the gentle lessons of learning to be humble and appreciating what you have.
Snickerdoodle Takes the Cake
by Ethan LongWhen Snickerdoodle gets up before the rest of the family, he is thrilled to find one of Mom’s Famous Lemon Poppy Seed Cakes. Unfortunately it has a note on it that says "Do Not Touch." In this test of his willpower, Snickerdoodle will attempt to bend the rules, and it will not go well for him. But Snickerdoodle will also use his brainpower to devise a plan that just might save the day. A charismatic clan of chinchillas confronts everyday problems in this humorous story of family life and foibles.
Snippet the Early Riser
by Bethanie MurguiaSnippet is a typical snail. But unlike other snails, he loves to wake up early. While his family is snoozing the morning away, he is wide awake and ready to race to the flowers, make leaf sculptures, and get piggyback rides. With the help of his bug friends, he tries and tries to wake his family up--but nothing works. Until Caterpillar gives him an idea. Celebrating early birds and late snoozers alike, this story will ring true for the many families with little early risers. It's the perfect tale to fall asleep (or wake up!) to.
Snippet the Early Riser: Read & Listen Edition
by Bethanie MurguiaSnippet is a typical snail. But unlike other snails, he loves to wake up early. While his family is snoozing the morning away, he is wide awake and ready to race to the flowers, make leaf sculptures, and get piggyback rides. With the help of his bug friends, he tries and tries to wake his family up—but nothing works. Until Caterpillar gives him an idea. Celebrating early birds and late snoozers alike, this story will ring true for the many families with little early risers. It's the perfect tale to fall asleep (or wake up!) to. This Read & Listen edition contains audio narration.