Synopsis: The mystery of how Bruce Wayne became Batman, illustrated by Caldecott Honor artist Jon J Muth!Batman's Dark Secret is an inspiring story of how a young child overcame his fear of the dark and became a crime-fighting superhero.One day, a lonely orphan named Bruce Wayne finds himself in a dangerous situation. He defends himself against a monster bat--and he wins. From that time on, he is determined to fight evil. He becomes ... Batman!In advance…

Synopsis: When first-grader Jamie has a Halloween party that includes a haunted house, Hannah is nervous to enter until Jamie volunteers to go too and explain everything to her. Original.

Synopsis: There were no spaceships or airplanes when Zoro was a boy. He lived in Italy during the era we now call the Renaissance, a time when the sky belonged to the birds. But one unusual man dreamed of incredible flying machines. "One day, Zoro," he told his pupil, "people will sail through the clouds and look down at the world below." Zoro was curious. He knew that his teacher did more than merely dream about the future, but was an important artist…

Synopsis: Marc Brown's stories and drawings tell about Arthur's experiences at home, at school, and at camp. Each story promotes kindness, responsibility, and cooperation.

Synopsis: Explore the ice and snow with the most adorable animal babies. From skating puma cubs to sliding penguins, discover how these cuties survive in freezing temperatures, what they eat, and how they lay. It's all inside!

Synopsis: The newest "Dino Life Guide for Families", this book talks about friendship. A reassuring text combined with humorous, full-color illustrations show everyday situations that children can relate to and understand. Best of all, this book presents the many ways to be a friend as well as the ways not to.

Synopsis: In this Franklin TV Storybook, Franklin can't wait to grow up. He wants to do all the things the big kids do. So when Jack Rabbit invites him along on his paper route, Franklin is thrilled. But working a paper route proves to be a lot harder than Franklin expected. Is Franklin ready to handle all the responsibilities of being a big kid?

Synopsis: Oliva is super excited when she learns a real life princess is going to be visiting her town. When Princess Stephanie shows up, she and Olivia meet and realize they look almost exactly alike! Hilarity ensues in this charming story that's a retelling of the special tentpole episode that's sure to be a huge hit!

Synopsis: A stunning edition of the timeless classic, with illustrations by Erin Stead, Caldecott Medal winner of A Sick Day for Amos McGee.NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY NPR A cherished, 100-year-old classic feels entirely new with breathtaking art by Caldecott Medal winner Erin Stead, who has cited this story as an influence on her acclaimed career.With the full, original story from the 1922 classic, this deluxe, collectable edition of The…

Synopsis: Rabbit discovers that only three friends still make a good birthday party.

Synopsis: In this Parents' Choice Gold Award–winning book, Selig collects words, ones that stir his heart (Mama!) and ones that make him laugh (giggle). But what to do with so many luscious words? After helping a poet find the perfect words for his poem (lozenge, lemon, and licorice), he figures it out: His purpose is to spread the word to others. And so he begins to sprinkle, disburse, and broadcast them to people in need.

Synopsis: Today is Mr. Large's birthday, and Mrs. Large is putting the children to bed early so that the grown-ups can spend a quiet evening alone. Guess who stays up to eat a birthday dinner, and who goes to bed early instead! Full color.

Synopsis: This humorous story of a small boy and his mischievous kitten on their first airplane trip will introduce first-time flyers to everything they need to know for a fun and happy trip. Full-color illustrations.

Synopsis: Two girls set out bravely in search of a lion, going through long grass, a swamp, and a cave before they find what they're looking for.

Synopsis: A nose for digging? Ears for seeing? Eyes that squirt blood? Explore the many amazing things animals can do with their ears, eyes, mouths, noses, feet, and tails in this beautifully illustrated interactive guessing book by Steve Jenkins and Robin Page.

Synopsis: From Academy Award–winning filmmaker Spike Lee and his wife, Beacon Award–winning producer Tonya Lewis Lee comes an energetic picture book full of tail-wagging fun.Away from the gate,puppy puppy, please, puppy.Oh wait, puppy, wait,please, please, please,please...What happens when a couple of high-energy toddlers meet their match in an adventurous pup who has no plans of letting up? Irresistible illustrations by Coretta Scott King Award winner…

Synopsis: From the creators of the hugely popular Bumpus Jumpus Dinosaurumpus comes some poolside fun that will keep your child's attention unitl it's time to say goodnight! Join sprightly Frog and his energetic farmyard friends frolicking down by the cool of the pool - flipping and flopping, splishing and splashing in the watery wonderland. In the latest edition of a much-loved book, animal-fans everywhere will enjoy this watery romp - with its read…

Synopsis: Desperately wanting to win a blue ribbon at the Fall Fair, Franklin is disappointed to learn that his pumpkin is too big to make a good pie and that there is no ribbon for largest pumpkin

Synopsis: When Franklin loses a library book, he dons a disguise to hide from Mrs. Goose, and then retraces his steps. This Level 2 first reader contains longer stories, varied sentences, increased vocabulary, more difficult visual clues and some repetition.

Synopsis: This mystery journeys up dark stairways, through hidden passages, around sharp corners and behind windblown curtains. Young listeners will be kept on the edge of their seats and when they come to the end of the journey, both reader and listener are sure to shriek with delight. Full-color illustrations.