Synopsis: A child is a friend, neighbor, helper, artist, dancer, daydreamer, and stargazer.

Synopsis: Leonardo is a terrible monster--he can't seem to frighten anyone. When he discovers the perfect nervous little boy, will he scare the lunch out of him? Or will he think of something better?

Synopsis: Five little monkeys wash the family car before trying to sell it, but that is only the beginning of their adventures with the old heap.

Synopsis: "A host of animals portrays all kinds of non-traditional families"--

Synopsis: "In this delightful, utterly delicious picturebook, a little girl joins her mom to learn about--and eat--fabulous foods from around the world. Sushi, biscotti, houska, canja, couscous, megadarra, smogastarta, crepes, jambalaya and samosas all star in full color alongside a hilarious Siamese and a beagle who join in the family's culinary adventure. There's even a dancing crayfish or two"--

Synopsis: Little one, whoever you are, wherever you are, there are little ones just like you all over the world... This rhythmic board book by bestselling author Mem Fox, with colorful and whimsical illustrations by Leslie Staub, celebrates the diversity in our world and the fact that, inside, we are all the same--wherever and whoever we are.

Synopsis: A little rabbit describes how it feels to be loved. Includes tips for parents from psychologists Bill Hallam and Craig Olsson.

Synopsis: What if you picked out a book to read, but the characters weren’t ready for you yet? A clever new picture book from the creator of the New York Times bestseller Press Here. Take a peek inside this book and you’ll find some characters (though they’re still a bit sketchy). They’ll be perplexed to see you, so they’ll quickly try to track down their author (who has a lot more work to do). What you won’t find is a story, or a title, because — guess…

Synopsis: New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings young readers along on a groovy train ride with Pete the Cat! Pete can't wait to visit Grandma, especially because he gets to take a train ride to see her! The conductor gives Pete a tour of the train, and Pete gets to see the engine and honk the horn. Pete even makes new friends and plays games on board. What a cool ride!Pete the Cat's Train Trip is a My First I Can Read Book, which…

Synopsis: The #1 New York Times bestseller! Big trucks may brag and roar, but small and steadfast wins the day in this cheerful story with timeless appeal.On the Mighty Mountain Road Crew, the trucks come in one size: BIG. That is, until the little snowplow joins the crew. None of the other trucks think that the little snowplow can handle the big storms, but he knows that he can do it—and just to be sure, he trains hard, pushing loads of gravel, pulling…

Synopsis: This first nonfiction series uses simple terms and easy-to-understand explanations to introduce young readers to the world around them.

Synopsis: Everyone's favorite curious little monkey celebrates Chinese New Year with his friend Mei in this playful rhyming tabbed board book. Curious George joins his friend Mei and her family as they prepare for and celebrate Chinese New Year! From cleaning house and finding red clothes to wear, to hanging decorations and enjoying a family feast, to fireworks and a dragon dance, George and readers will enjoy learning about many Chinese New Year…

Synopsis: Splendidly lyrical illustrations and a quietly evocative text highlight a moving tale of optimism and hope as the wind blows a toy boat away from a little boy at the beach, carrying it across the ocean into another child's hands.

Synopsis: The first things we notice about zebras are their stripes! But just as you have your own unique fingerprint, each zebra has its own special stripe pattern. Learn all about these amazing animals that live on the African plains—why they have stripes, why they travel in groups, and how they protect themselves from predators.

Synopsis: Chicken Lily may be a lot of things--a careful colorer, a patient puzzler, and a quiet hide-and-seeker (she never made a peep!)--but brave has never been one of them. That's why, when a school-wide poetry jam is announced in class, Lily is terrified. Will she sound like a bird brain?Although Lily's friends Baabette and Pigsley try to encourage her, Lily feels like a rotten egg. Finally, Lily realizes that she must put her best claw forward and…

Synopsis: This series takes an inside look at the machines that have changed the world -- Big Yellow Machines! Children are always fascinated by big machinery. This series brings the earthmoving equipment to life through rich photographs and fun, informative text. These books are specially designed for beginning readers and young listeners, and are presented in a style that is sure to capture and hold a child's attention.

Synopsis: Let Harold and his purple crayon lead you on a fantastic journey of the imagination. The beloved classic is now available as a board book, perfect for little hands at bedtime.

Synopsis: An illustrated introduction to counting and simple addition.

Synopsis: Examines the ways plants, including trees, vegetables, and flowers, grow from various types of seeds

Synopsis: Hercules, a classroom guinea pig, has a revelation when he watches the first graders grow plants from seeds. He wants to grow things, too! And during summer vacation (spent with the teacher's dad), he gets his chance. With the help of a friendly rabbit, Herky prepares the soil, carefully plants pumpkin seeds, and waits. And waits, and waits. One of the most important things he learns about gardening is patience. It's very hard to go back to…