Picture Books
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Little Blue Truck and Racer Red
The #1 bestselling Little Blue Truck meets a zippy red race car with a need for speed.
Little Blue Truck and good friend Toad are out for a drive when a flash of red whizzes by--then whizzes back to stop and say hi. Sleek and low, Racer Red is made for speed and loves to go fast! When she challenges Blue to a race, Blue knows that win or lose, it's fun to try! Beep! Beep! Zooooom!
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I Wish You More (Encouragement Gifts for Kids, Uplifting Books for Graduation)
Some books are about a single wish. Some books are about three wishes. The infallible team of Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld have combined their extraordinary talents to create this exuberant, inspirational book for kids of endless good wishes. Wishes for curiosity and wonder, for friendship and strength, laughter and peace. Whether celebrating life's joyous milestones, sharing words of encouragement, or observing the wonder of everyday moments, this sweet and uplifting book is perfect for wishers of every age.
Whether this is a preschool graduation gift, a present for elementary kids, or just a positive book for kids in your life, this book of wishes is sure to bring positivity to all who read it. -
The Wonderful Things You Will Be
The New York Times bestseller that celebrates the dreams, acceptance, and love that parents have for their children . . . now and forever. This is the perfect heartfelt gift for kids of all ages, plus a great choice for baby showers, birthdays, graduations, and other new beginnings!
From brave and bold to creative and clever, Emily Winfield Martin's rhythmic rhyme expresses all the loving things that parents think of when they look at their children. With beautiful, lush illustrations and a stunning gatefold that opens at the end, this is a book that families will love reading over and over.
The Wonderful Things You Will Be has a loving and truthful message that will endure for lifetimes and makes a great gift to the ones you love for any occasion. -
The Day the Crayons Made Friends
The hilarious Crayons from the #1 New York Times bestselling The Day the Crayons Quit are back for another adventure—and this time they explore Duncan's room. Will they want to leave the crayon box for good after they make new friends?
Duncan’s crayons just can’t seem to stay put!
After convincing one group of crayons to go back to work after they wanted to quit and rescuing another group who got lost in the most inconvenient places, Duncan’s crayons have disappeared once more.
But this time they’ve gone out into his room to make friends. From Red Crayon who fulfills his dream of driving a firetruck, to Blue Crayon, who meets a fashion doll desperately in need of a head, to fan favorite Esteban, who is off to tame a teddy bear (or as he would call it, a wild beast), each crayon has an exciting story to share about the new objects they’ve met and the new adventures they’ve had.
The #1 New York Times bestselling team behind the international Crayons sensation have come together to create another clever and hilarious tale that will keep children—and grown-ups—laughing. -
Because I Had a Teacher
We all remember our favorite teacher. Where would we be without them those special people who inspire us, support us, and encourage us? Whether they're an educator, a coach, or a mentor, this book is for them. To celebrate the worlds they open up for us and to thank them for the difference they make.
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How to Catch a Daddysaurus
The newest addition in the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series--do YOU have the rad skills needed to catch the mystical Daddysaurus this Father's Day?
The How to Catch Kids are at it again! This time, they're out to trap the Daddysaurus--a mystical creature capable of such amazing acts of kindness, bravery, brilliance and humor. The kids try to trap the creature with all his favorite activities, but will they succeed? Maybe all they need is a little sweetness to make this awesome Daddysaurus appear! The perfect gift for children ages 4-10 to share with Dad at Father's Day, Christmas, and beyond, this fun dinosaur picture book is filled with silly rhymes and illustrations sure to delight young readers and educators alike with STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos.
Have you ever heard of the Daddysaurus, known for his kindness and bravery too?
We're on a mission to catch him today, but we may need some help from YOU!
Also in the How to Catch Series:
- How to Catch a Dinosaur
- How to Catch a Unicorn
- How to Catch a Loveosaurus
- How to Catch a Leprechaun
- How to Catch a Mermaid
- and more!
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Will the Pigeon Graduate?
From #1 New York Times bestselling, award-winning author and illustrator Mo Willems comes this class-ic graduation book.
The Pigeon had better graduate! He did the work! He paid attention to the little details! He overcame some BIG obstacles! The Pigeon's got this . . . Or does he?
Do YOU think The Pigeon will graduate?
Grab your caps, don your gowns, and raise your hands for The Pigeon's biggest adventure yet in this uplifting, hilarious, and inspirational graduation picture book from three-time Caldecott honoree Mo Willems. It's a PhD* in fun!
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Why a Son Needs a Dad
A New York Times and USA Today bestseller! The perfect Father's Day gift of love or sweet keepsake to show why Dad is so amazing!
A boy's first hero is his dad. A touching picture book for kids ages 3-7 and beyond showcasing all the ways a father will help his son grow, this is the gift for every dad and little boy to celebrate their special bond. Featuring charming animal illustrations and heartwarming rhymes about the loving moments fathers and sons share, Why a Son Needs a Dad is the perfect story to connect father and child together.
From the moment that I saw your beautiful face,
Held you close to my heart in a father's embrace,
I promised to help you grow with strength and grace.
My dear one, my sweet son, my boy.
For new dads, fathers-to-be, or for that perfect father-son moment at birthdays and other special occasions all year, this sweet storybook celebrates how a father guides his little boy to grow with strength and love.
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I Love Dad with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Celebrate Dad by saying “I Love You” with help from The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this colorful mini-hardcover featuring Eric Carle's joyful illustrations. The perfect gift for birthdays, new dads, Father’s Day, or any day!
Dad…
You are easy to talk to
And you’re fun to play with.
You can be silly
But you’re still cool.
Show Dad just how much you appreciate him with this imaginative story that honors Fathers of all species, featuring the world’s favorite caterpillar! Follow along as Eric Carle’s classic storybook critter encounters Papa parrots, seals, polar bears and more! Complete with joyful illustrations and colorful creatures, this charming keepsake is a great way to show parents, grandparents, soon-to-be fathers, uncles, friends, or whomever you call “Dad” just how much you care. -
Why a Daughter Needs a Dad
A New York Times and USA Today bestseller! The perfect Father's Day gift of love or sweet keepsake for a daughter of any age to show why Dad is so amazing!
This new picture book for kids ages 3-7 and beyond is a touching story showing all the ways a father will help his daughter grow. This is the gift for every girl dad and little girl to celebrate their special bond! Featuring charming animal illustrations and heartwarming rhymes about the moments fathers and daughters share, Why a Daughter Needs a Dad is the perfect story to connect father and child together.
From the first time I held you, so perfect and new,
I promised to do everything that I could do
To help you become your most wonderful YOU,
My darling, my daughter, my girl.
For new dads, fathers-to-be, or for that perfect father-daughter moment at birthdays and other special occasions, this sweet storybook celebrates how a father is always there for his little girl. reminding her to be artistic, thoughtful, honest, and smart, but most of all, true to herself.
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