Synopsis: Kirkus Reviews included in their "9 Great Back to School Book List" Yo ho ho! It's the first day of kindergarten. Just imagine all the fun things to learn and experience! And who better than a pirate captain to drive the bus to school? He's ready to share all the rules one needs to know to ride the bus and to get along with mates at school. But with the anticipation of the first day of school there also comes a bit of anxiety. And it turns out…

Synopsis: There are lots of things that regular people can do, but Santa can't. Santa can't always remember where he put his pipe. And he can't seem to recall what Mrs. Claus said to get at the grocery store. He can't do as many sit-ups as he used to. Santa can't sleep at night...well, not on the "big" night.But we all love the things he can do on Christmas Eve!

Synopsis: "Why do we need friends? How can we make friends? And what makes a good friend? This charmingly illustrated book explores the benefits of having friends, looking at different types of friendships, and what happens when friends fall out and make up. Includes helpful notes for grown-ups on talking to children about friendships, dealing with conflicts and imaginary friends." --Publisher.

Synopsis: All books begin with one brilliant idea ... Take a journey to discover how a book is made -- from acquisition and artwork to publicity and printing -- in this inspiring and informative illustrated guide to publishing.

Synopsis: "Ten little pirates set out to sea in search of adventure. But what will the ten little pirates do when they meet a hurricane . . . and a giant squid . . . and a HUNGRY SHARK?"--

Synopsis: What do you want to be when you grow up? A deep-sea diver? A stuntman? An astronaut? When you grow up, you can be anything you want to be!

Synopsis: A frog finds a beautiful flower and picks it for himself. When a mouse sees him with it, his jealousy overcomes him, and he swipes it. Frog’s friends come to his aid and chase the mouse away. But before the frogs can celebrate, Mouse’s friends return for a counter-attack. Before long the conflict has devolved into a full-scale frog-mouse war. By the end of it, all either side can ask is: why? This seemingly simple book tackles an important…

Synopsis: The sister of the Three Little Pigs comes to visit and tries to persuade her brothers, who have been hermits since an episode with a wolf, to overcome their fears and go outside. Full color.

Synopsis: An entertaining and gently informative book that helps children think about, talk about and understand the different types of feelings they experience. Parents will be able to use this book with their child to help them communicate their fears, and concerns, but also their joy and sadness. Putting names on feelings and understanding that they are normal and part of the human experience is essential for children to grow healthy.

Synopsis: In her debut, Caroline Heens, with Scout's help, brings readers a hilarious, interactive step-by-step guide to dogs. Scout may look like an average dog, but what other dog do you know that could teach readers all about himself and all our other canine friends? From the tip of his nose to the tip of his tail, Scout is full of information. But like most dogs, he's also full of fleas! Heens's kooky art portrays Scout in all his different moods,…

Synopsis: This title is aiming to explain all the major units and instruments used for measuring length, temperature, weight, volume etc. Thanks to the interactive flaps, it will be easier for children to understand why and how we measure things, the differences in unit measurement (US imperial, metric system etc) as well as put in perspective what they are taught in schools and how it applies to their everyday life.

Synopsis: Illustrated by Greek illustrator Sophia Toulliatou (Big Bookof Colors), this book takes readers on a colorful whirlwind tour through the world of numbers, from one full moon to a hundred twinkling stars. There are number patterns, picture puzzles and lots of extra things to spot along the way. A double gatefold at the end opens to reveal an impressive array of 100 stars.

Synopsis: Billie really wants to win the school hat parade. She has made lots of amazing hats! But when Billie gets stuck in bed with a horrible cold, will her hat parade plans be ruined?

Synopsis: Using their imaginations children are encouraged to try the depicted child-friendly yoga poses and breathing techniques, designed to help them control their emotions.

Synopsis: Meet Algernon, a little raccoon, who was never very polite... until the day he came across Miss Molly's School of Manners. Follow his lessons with Miss Molly, as he learns to pay attention in the Listening Carefully Lab, explores the Library of Lovely Language, picks up some table manners in the Dining Hall of Decorum -- and finally becomes a good sport at Good Sports Day.

Synopsis: A whale is stranded on the beach, but the tiny puffins are far too small to help. Or are they? When read from left to right, the problem seems much too big to be solved by the very small puffins. But when the book is turned around and read from right to left, the puffins realize there is no obstacle that can't be moved if they all work together. --

Synopsis: A first guide to the wonders and workings of the human body. Pictures and text describe both external and internal human anatomy.

Synopsis: The sun and the wind test their strength by seeing which of them can force a man to remove his cape.

Synopsis: Children ages 3 to 7 will love this full-color storybook featuring the magical moments of the Disney princesses! The sparkling glitter will pop off the cover and pages—plus it comes with a glittery Disney Princess poster!