Animals

From the creator of A Kiss Like This and Say Hello Like This! comes a third adorable animal story to share -- this one for bedtime. Filled with dreamy, colorful art, this is the perfect soothing bedtime book for little children. The rhythmic text is just...

A moving and universal picture book about empathy and kindness, sure to soothe heartaches big and small--now a New York Times bestseller and a perfect gift for any special occasion When something sad happens, Taylor doesn't know where to turn. All the...

This sweet, giggle-inducing early reader kicks off a brand-new series featuring two unlikely friends in the tradition of Frog and Toad, from the beloved Geisel Award-winning author of The Watermelon Seed. Earl and Worm have been friends for a very, very...

This sweet, giggle-inducing early reader kicks off a brand-new series featuring two unlikely friends in the tradition of Frog and Toad, from the beloved Geisel Award-winning author of The Watermelon Seed. Earl and Worm have been friends for a very, very...

From Caldecott Honor-winning author-illustrator Steve Jenkins comes a series of animals with unusual eyes in this eye-catching picture book!In his eye-popping work of picture book nonfiction, Jenkins explains how for most animals, eyes are the most...

Kirkus Best Book / Publishers Weekly Best Book ★ "Readers come away with the idea that nourishing and supporting one another is the only way to change the world."-Kirkus, STARRED review ★ " [A] wholly original and moving affirmation of one...

The hit picture book about a frog who does NOT want to be a frog is now a board book! Frog wants to be anything but a slimy, wet frog. A cat, perhaps. Or a rabbit. An owl? But when a hungry wolf arrives--a wolf who HATES eating frogs--our hero decides...

Fans of Because of Winn Dixie will adore this warm and heart-wrenching story of the friendship between a boy and a pig who thinks it's a dog. Eleven-year-old Lorenzo Ventura knows heroes are rare--like his father, who died in the war, or his friend...

Gutsy girls and strong women make up the diverse and appealing crew of a pirate ship that battles intrigue and deadly monsters in an action-filled fantasy adventure. "Combine a pirate adventure of mythic proportions, a uniquely charming cast of...

This exquisite and deeply moving picture book by two-time Caldecott Medal-winning artist Chris Raschka explores concepts of friendship, growing up, generosity, empathy, love, and time. Tomorrow's Lily is a perfect gift book for readers of all ages, as...

"A gem of a story. "--Booklist (starred review)"A marvelous heroic journey. "--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"A narrative centering family bonds and new experiences. "--Publishers Weekly (starred review)Newbery Medal winner Lynne Rae Perkins introduces...

"A gem of a story. "--Booklist (starred review)"A marvelous heroic journey. "--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"A narrative centering family bonds and new experiences. "--Publishers Weekly (starred review)Newbery Medal winner Lynne Rae Perkins introduces...

From the award-winning mind of cartoonist Lewis Trondheim comes the expansive and rich anthropomorphic medieval world of Ralph Azham. After failing the test of the Chosen One as a young duck, Ralph had a tough time growing up as the village pariah, often...

From the award-winning mind of cartoonist Lewis Trondheim comes the expansive and rich anthropomorphic medieval world of Ralph Azham. After failing the test of the Chosen One as a young duck, Ralph had a tough time growing up as the village pariah, often...

The story of the impactful partnership between humans and mockingbirds, both scientifically and culturally over the centuries, written for young adults by award-winning nonfiction powerhouse Phil Hoose. The Northern mockingbird's brilliant song--a loud,...

A School Library Journal Best Book of 2024"A visual treasure trove of a book." -- New York TimesA boy and his golden dog turn a slow Sunday at home into a magic adventure to faraway places in a picture book celebrating imagination and play. Martin and...

With over 250 species inhabiting our planet, this book explores the many different types of monkeys from the smallest Pygmy Marmoset to the largest Mandrill, and provides all the facts you wanted to know and more. Discover where monkeys come from, how...

A Children's Book Council 2019 Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students K-12. Owen Davey's dynamic art and witty informational tidbits shine a light on the toughest bugs in the insect world: those brawny beetles! Did you know that there are roughly...

Owen Davey's popular non-fiction series continues with a lushly illustrated guide to penguins from the Antarctic to tropical climates like beaches, and coastal forests. "Stunning illustrations and clear readable text combine to make this large format...

The perfect read for exploring nature with children, this beautiful nonfiction picture book offers an awe-inspiring look at the forest's life cycle. A tree suns and sways in the forest. She is a place to grow, to rest, and to shelter. But what happens...

Discover and protect wild places with a little polar bear and his grandpa in this heart-warming and fun adventure. Faraway Valley is a special, hard-to-find place full of wild and wonderful creatures. A place where the air smells of pine needles. A place...

Children will love following footprints (and pawprints!) to discover snowy adventures in this charming wordless picture book from a USBBY-honored illustrator. On a snowy winter's morning, footprints trace a path from an unmade bed, past discarded...

Did you know there are critters that are powered by the sun, mammals that lay eggs, and penguins with pink poop? What are these rule-breaking animals? Why do they do what they do? Be a critter detective and find out by digging into this Animals That...

Did you know there are critters that are powered by the sun, mammals that lay eggs, and penguins with pink poop? What are these rule-breaking animals? Why do they do what they do? Be a critter detective and find out by digging into this Animals That...

In this transporting and suspenseful companion to the New York Times bestselling Once There Was that's perfect for fans of Impossible Creatures, Marjan travels around the globe in search of a mythical bird in terrible danger, whose fate could determine...

Discover the wonder that wildlife brings to a small woodland farm in this lyrical cumulative picture book with stunning scratchboard illustrations from Caldecott Medalist Beth Krommes. This is the hedge that grew and grew. The wall of stone a bit askew...

Amadou has waited...and waited...and WAITED for his class trip to the zoo. But when they arrive, his teacher would rather talk about rules and facts. So, Amadou eagerly explores the zoo in his own special way--by allowing his imagination to lead. As more...

A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionAlabama Authors Awards Children's Books Winner * "A pathologically good time." -Kirkus Reviews, starred review Follow the scientists studying animals and the germs that infect them in this full-color...

See what the buzz is about in this fresh, fun look at insect anatomy. Let's build an insect! In the pages of this book, you'll find a workshop filled with everything you need, including a head, a thorax, an abdomen, and much more. Written by...

An innovative look at animal eyes from the creators of Bone by Bone, Tooth by Tooth, and Fossil by Fossil. What kind of animal would you be if you had eight eyes? Or if your pupils were the shape of the letter W? Keep an eye out for weird and...

This stunning book shows how a variety of amazing creatures have evolved to look and behave the way they do. From the familiar but imposing American bison to the elusive narwhal, the animals of the globe have all been touched by evolution, developing...

Harriet has an amazing superpower--when there's trouble, she can magically summon the dogs from her family's rescue shelter to save the day. Meet Harriet Hound. She's eight years old, lives in a town called Labrador, Australia, is autistic, and LOVES...

"Readers can begin to understand the joyous, wondrous, frightening complexity of the creation of life. A book to be read over and over for its intriguing story, illustrations, and captions." --School Library Journal (starred review) Clear and inviting...

Two New York Times best-selling creators--Megan McDonald, author of the Judy Moody series, and lauded illustrator Scott Nash--team up for a droll comedy about an endearingly inept pair of outlaws. Get ready for a wild ride with Bunny and Clyde! These...

With vibrant hues and a treasure trove of fascinating facts, the creator of A Is for Australian Animals celebrates biodiversity among the sea creatures living in reefs along the shore. Along the Australian coastline, underwater reefs are bustling with...

A lush companion to The Nest That Wren Built brings to light the habits of a secretive creature with lifelike illustrations and a lyrical, informative text. Resourceful Beaver and his family work every day to build the perfect lodge in the pond, made of...

"Arthur's Dickensian steampunk world is richly imagined and gorgeously described. . . . This story of friendship, hope, and heroics will delight adventure seekers." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (starred review) Welcome to Miss...

A fascinating compendium featuring over 70 unusual animal species. What's in a name? This lively, illustrated celebration is jam-packed with creatures notable for their bizarre, baffling, and just-plain-funny names. Meet the White-Bellied Go-Away Bird,...

From award-winning author Melissa Stewart and Caldecott honoree Steve Jenkins comes a noisy nonfiction exploration of the many sounds animals make. Can an aardvark bark? No, but it can grunt. Lots of other animals grunt too... Barks, grunts,...

Imagine a creature that would gnaw on the tail of a crocodile or crush a seal's skull with its razor-sharp teeth. Are you picturing a grizzly or other tough-looking critter? If so, you're wrong! The animals that do these things are none other than...