Synopsis: Poet and photographer Charles Smith, Jr. has created a poignant, stunning photographic picture book that celebrates the many faces that make up America. "I am America/I am proud/I am diverse/soft-spoken/and loud." The powerful poem in this one-of-a-kind book is enhanced by the accompanying photographs that represent children of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds. The playful images and touching poetry work together to tell the story of…

Synopsis: When Miss Bindergarten becomes ill and isn't able to come to school, the class makes sure to be on its best behavior for the substitute teacher.

Synopsis: When Sophie gets angry, she runs out and climbs her favorite tree. Different people handle anger in a different way.

Synopsis: Pete the Cat is wearing his favorite shirt—the one with the four totally groovy buttons. But when one falls off, does Pete cry? Goodness, no! He just keeps on singing his song—after all, what could be groovier than three groovy buttons? Count down with Pete in this rocking new story from the creators of the bestselling Pete the Cat books.

Synopsis: But the cookie escapes from the oven and runs loose! Can the Ninjabread Man trick Ninja Bear, Ninja Snake, Ninja Mouse, and Ninja Fox? In the end, the clever Ninja Fox outsmarts the Ninjabread Man.

Synopsis: Pete the Cat is back-and this time he's rocking in his school shoes. Pete discovers the library, the lunchroom, the playground, and lots of other cool places at school. And no matter where he goes, Pete never stops moving and grooving and singing his song . . . because it's all good.

Synopsis: It's fun to be kind! Our funny animal friends show us how to be kind to each other. Be a great ally. Hold the door for a friend. Try a little kindness today, and you will feel so much, much better.