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B is for Books! (Step into Reading)
by Annie Cobb Joe MathieuIllustrated in full color. Slimey, Oscar the Grouch's pet worm, plays the bookworm in this delightful ode to reading. "B is for books. All kinds of books! Books about counting. Books about cooks..."
B Is for Broadway: Onstage and Backstage from A to Z
by John Robert Allman&“A must-have for all Broadway lovers—B Is for Broadway—a book I am actually in!!! I am buying a dozen.&” —ROSIE O&’DONNELL, Isabelle Stevenson Award recipient, three-time Tony Awards host, and Emmy Award winnerNew from the creators of A Is for Audra: Broadway's Leading Ladies from A to Z! From AUDITIONS to ZIEGFELD, grab a ticket to this smash-hit, rhythmic alphabet book featuring your favorite performers, creators, songs, and shows from the Broadway stage!Step into the spotlight and celebrate a cavalcade of Broadway legends! Start with "A" for "audition" with the iconic line-up from A Chorus Line, then peek behind "B" to see the "backstage" buzz, and dance along with "C" for "choreographers".Children and grown-ups alike can spot beloved stars and creators from today and yesterday, such as Lin-Manuel Miranda, Patti LuPone, Michael Bennett, Jennifer Holliday, Ethel Merman, and Billy Porter. Readers will also see famous New York theaters, beloved shows such as Hamilton and Hairspray, and the crew, stylists, and technicians who are vital to each performance. It's a celebration of the American stage that no fan is going to want to miss.A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book is donated to The Actors Fund.&“We are honored that a portion of the proceeds of author John Robert Allman and illustrator Peter Emmerich&’s B is For Broadway will go to support our programs. The Actors Fund is proud to be at the forefront of helping everyone in the entertainment community with emergency financial assistance and supportive services, and we&’re grateful that this wonderful new work will help those in need in our performing arts community.&” —Joseph P. Benincasa, President & CEO, The Actors FundB Is for Broadway is a hit with the stage's greatest stars!&“B Is for Broadway celebrates the entire Broadway community—backstage, onstage, everyone! who works in our performing arts and entertainment community. I&’m honored to be a part of that beautiful community, and this lovely book.&” —BEBE NEUWIRTH, Tony and Emmy Award–winning dancer, singer, actress (Sweet Charity, Chicago, Cheers), and Vice Chair of The Actors Fund &“E is for excited, which is what I am to be included in this book to benefit the incredible work of The Actors Fund.&” —BRIAN STOKES MITCHELL, Tony Award–winning actor and Board Chair of The Actors Fund &“The illustrations—gorgeous. The rhymes—delicious. This book—a must-have! B is for Broadway and buy-it-now!&” —KRISTIN CHENOWETH, Tony Award–winning actress (You&’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown) &“What a dynamite willkommen to the world of Broadway!&” —JOEL GREY, Tony Award and Oscar–winning actor (Cabaret) &“B Is for Broadway is a gorgeous children&’s book that will introduce a young person to all the magic of theater!&” —ALI STROKER, Tony Award–winning actress (Oklahoma!)
B My Name Is Boy: A Song of Celebration from Australia to Zimbabwe
by Dawn MasiA joyful, diverse, alphabetic picture book celebrating boys around the world.A, my name is ARCHIE, and my brother&’s name is ARLO. We come from AUSTRALIA, and we can ADVOCATE.Boys from 26 different countries—Australia to Zimbabwe—are celebrated in this alphabetical tribute to global boyhood. Children will enjoy reading about each boy's name, country, and favorite activity, while learning how we are all connected. This inspiring, multicultural, kindhearted, and empowering book will let every boy feel seen and loved.Globally-minded kids can also find the countries on a map at the back of the book and dream of places they'd like to visit.Don't miss the companion story: G My Name Is Girl.
Baa Haa
by Audrey PerrottEverything makes Babette laugh, until she discovers it's okay not to feel okay sometimes. This laugh-out-loud gem about friendship, big feelings, and learning to show your true self is perfect for fans of Grumpy Monkey and The Day the Crayons Quit."A chuckle-worthy reminder that kids needn't feel sheepish for showing their vulnerable sides." - Kirkus ReviewsBabette's life is filled with joy.She loves to giggle and be silly.And she loves to make her friends laugh, too.But Babette also laughs when nothing is funny.Like when she feels sad or mad or bad.Hiding her true feelings is tangling her insides into a knotand giving her a bellyache!Is acting happy all the time everything it's cracked up to be?Will Babette's friends still like her if she doesn't pretend?
Baba's Peach Tree
by Marie TangIn this moving picture book, a migrant worker and his daughter, find good fortune in the form of a peach tree growing behind their house in rural China. Filled with stunning illustrations, this is a unique and poignant story about love, perseverance, and family.Behind their old stone house, Tao Hua and her father, Baba, discover good fortune: a peach tree. Baba prunes and tends to the tree. He calls it a blessing, like good shoes, hot rice, and books. And for a long time, the peach tree offers them fruit and hope for a better life. But time passes, and so do the seasons, and, one day, the tree does not blossom.But life blossoms in a different way when Baba comes home and announces that he got a job in the Big City, where there are good schools and opportunities. And so the seasons pass, and, one day, when Baba is very old, he and his daughter return to their old home and to new peach trees--to old memories and new beginnings.Baba&’s Peach Tree is a story of the dreams we dream and the sacrifices we make as seen through the lens of a migrant family.
Babe Didrikson: Athlete of the Century (Women of Our Times)
by R. R. KnudsonA biography emphasizing the early years of Babe Didrikson, who broke records in golf, track and field, and other sports, at a time when there were few opportunities for female athletes.
Babe Ruth Saves Baseball! (Step into Reading)
by Richard Walz Frank MurphyBatter up! It's 1919 and baseball is in trouble! All across the country, people are throwing down their bats, and giving up America's national pastime. It's up to Babe Ruth to win back fans and save baseball! Can he do it, or will he strike out?
Bábo: A Tale of Armenian Rug-Washing Day
by Astrid KamalyanJoin Tato and her family as they help Bábo (grandmother) on rug-washing day, in this sweet and playful picture book tribute to Armenian cultural traditions.Little Tato sneaks a few cherry plums before racing off to help Bábo—her grandmother—with a favorite chore. Each year Tato looks forward to washing the family rugs. With bubbles and suds floating like clouds and snowflakes, Tato and her siblings help Bábo scrub the rugs clean. With lively text and vivid illustrations, Astrid Kamalyan brings her charming childhood memories to life by inviting young readers to spend a day full of fun and love with an Armenian family.
Baboons (Monkeys Ser.)
by Cecilia Pinto McCarthyBaboons are some of the biggest members of the monkey family. From food to homes to behavior, learn the facts on these tailless primates!
Baby Alligator (Penguin Young Readers, Level 3)
by Ginjer L. ClarkeDeep in the swamp, a baby alligator crawls out of its broken shell. What's in store for this little reptile? Follow it through its first adventures, and get a glimpse into the world of these amazing creatures. The easy-to-read text describes how alligators live, from what they eat to how they swim so quickly. You'll also find fun facts about alligators' dinosaur-hunting ancestors and their more contemporary cousin, the crocodile.
The Baby Animal Zoo (The Kids in Ms. Colman's Class #12)
by Ann M. MartinFrom the bestselling author of the generation-defining series The Baby-sitters Club comes a series for a new generation!School is always fun in Ms. Colman's class!The kids in Ms. Colman's class have found out a big secret! Mean Pamela Harding is afraid of animals. And now the class is going to the zoo. Chris and Omar have dared Pamela to hold a baby animal. Can she do it?
Baby Badger (Adventures in Fosterland)
by Hannah ShawFrom New York Times bestselling author Hannah Shaw—also known as Kitten Lady—comes the third book in an exciting and heartwarming chapter book series following a small cat who&’s not sure what to make of new kitten arrivals! All is quiet in the city as beings big and small find shelter from a snowstorm, except for one tiny squeak. It&’s baby Badger, a newborn kitten with no momma to carry him to safety. He&’s cold and so alone—until a helpful human finds him and brings him to the warmest place on earth: Fosterland. There, baby Badger is still an orphan, but he has a cozy house filled with stuffed animal friends who become his family. With Miss Moose, Teddy, and Monsieur Crocodile by his side, Badger has everything he needs. Then, a cat named Mama Mia and her five kittens join him! And Badger isn&’t sure what to think of his new roommates. They do all sorts of confusing things: the kittens eat from their mom instead of from a bottle like him, and they lick each other. So odd! But as Leeni, Mia&’s sassy and bold kitten, begins to befriend Badger, he&’ll have a decision to make—stay in his cozy, safe space with his stuffed animals, or risk it all for a friendship with his potential new pals.
Baby Bear: Finger Puppet Books
by Yu-Hsuan HuangMeet Baby Bear! What does Baby Bear eat when he's hungry? Where does he curl up to go to sleep? Follow along with this cute baby animal as it experiences its world, from playtime to bedtime. Warm illustrations plus a comforting story about the rhythms of a baby bear's day make this perfect for the very youngest readers.
A Baby Born in Bethlehem
by Giuliano Ferri Martha Whitmore HickmanThis beautiful retelling of the traditional Nativity story captures all the drama and joy, beginning with the angel's amazing announcement to Mary. Giuliano Ferri, an award-winning Italian illustrator, illuminates the story with his watercolors.This is a fixed-format ebook, which preserves the design and layout of the original print book.
Baby Elephant (Penguin Young Readers, Level 3)
by Ginjer L. ClarkeFrom their first steps in the African grassland to their first time using their trunks to drink water, baby elephants are fascinating and beautiful creatures! Learn all sorts of interesting facts about baby elephants in this Level 3 reader.
Baby Elephant
by Yu-Hsuan HuangMeet Baby Elephant! How does Baby Elephant greet her family? How does she cool down on a hot day? Follow along as she experiences her world, from playtime to bedtime. Warm illustrations plus a comforting story about the rhythms of a baby elephant's day make this perfect for the very youngest readers.
The Baby Firebird
by Paula Harrison Sophy WilliamsIn a land far, far away, a small group of animal lovers work to keep magical creatures safe from the grasp of the evil Sir Fitzroy in this third book in the brand-new Secret Rescuers chapter book series!Talia lives in a tropical rainforest that is home to a flock of magical firebirds. One day she meets a baby firebird and they become best friends. But the firebirds are in terrible danger. Can Talia and her friend Lucas protect the firebirds, and save their home from destruction?
The Baby Foxes (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom)
by Julie Winterbottom Greg NewboldPlay Time Baby foxes will play and play until it's time to eat. NIMAC-sourced textbook
Baby Meerkats (Penguin Young Readers, Level 3)
by Ginjer L. ClarkeWhen baby meerkats are born, they are only the size of an adult hand. But even though they are small, they quickly take on big responsibilities within the complex meerkat community. From keeping a lookout for predators and prey, to foraging for food, these baby meerkats spend a lot of time fighting to be in charge!
Baby Monkey, Private Eye
by Brian Selznick Mr. David SerlinCaldecott Medalist Brian Selznick and debut children's book author David Serlin create a dazzling new format especially for young children!A New York Times Bestselling BookAn Amazon Best Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the YearParents Magazine Best Early Reader of the Year"A marvel." --The New York Times"Inventive... fabulously expressive..." --San Francisco ChronicleWho is Baby Monkey?He is a baby.He is a monkey.He has a job.He is Baby Monkey, Private Eye!Lost jewels?Missing pizza?Stolen spaceship?Baby Monkey can help...if he can put on his pants!Baby Monkey's adventures come to life in an exciting blend of picture book, beginning reader, and graphic novel. With pithy text and over 120 black and white drawings accented with red, it is ideal for sharing aloud and for emerging readers.
Baby Otter (Penguin Young Readers, Level 3)
by Ginjer L. ClarkeBaby otters are playful and adorable creatures—from their first steps outside of the cozy den their mother prepared for them to their first paddles in the icy water. Veteran science book author Ginjer L. Clarke highlights plenty of facts about baby otters, including how they learn to swim, what they eat, and where they live.
Baby Panda Goes Wild! (Step into Reading)
by David SalomonPanda lovers will enjoy following a giant panda and her cub in this engaging Science Reader from Step into Reading.This book's "up close and personal" photographs of pandas and its array of panda facts will captivate young nonfiction lovers. Readers will learn how one mother and her cub are being protected and raised in a Chinese panda reserve, which seeks to help this vulnerable species survive. In fact, ChiDa, the panda cub, is being prepared to be released into the wild--once she is old enough and has learned important life skills from her mom! Young readers will find themselves rooting for ChiDa while decoding the simple text and gaining confidence in their reading. Great for proficient or reluctant readers.Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics, for children who are ready to read on their own.
A Baby Panda Is Born (Penguin Young Readers, Level 3)
by Kristin OstbyKids will love reading all about the panda Mei Lan, born at the Atlanta Zoo in September 2006. Through her story, they'll learn about what newborn pandas are like (they're the size of a stick of butter!), about their development, and about what life is like for pandas in the wild. This book also touches on efforts to protect this endangered species.
Baby Shark: The Shark Tooth Fairy (My First I Can Read)
by pinkfongBased on the global phenomenon, this official Pinkfong Baby Shark book is perfect for sharing with the Baby Shark fan in your life! When Baby Shark loses a tooth, he gets a magical visit from the tooth fairy. Baby Shark and the Tooth Fairy is a My First I Can Read, perfect for shared reading with a child. This official title is fully endorsed by Pinkfong and is based on characters from the YouTube global phenomenon with over 4.4 billion views.