Winner Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
Set in the wilds of the African savanna, Think Big follows moody Baboon as he discovers another powerful secret.
In the third installment in her Live Big Series, best-selling, award-winning author Kat Kronenberg takes readers back to the wilds of the African savanna where the animals not only still struggle to find food, but now they face life-threatening situations. They must fight to survive and are terrified.
But when our beloved moody Baboon challenges Kudu on what to do, everything begins to change. One by one, Kudu, Giraffe, and Bee are faced with the dilemma of who they want to be. After watching Bee choose to do good, Baboon figures out a new secret: We can light the stars in our hearts, empowering our lives, once we smile big deep within, truly believing in who we are, our ideas, and the importance of caring for others.
Winner Children's Picture Book: Softcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
Bean, a special little cat, is in for the challenge of his life. Like most pets, Bean is stricken with fear during thunderstorms. However, Bean must learn to conquer his fear when a dangerous situation occurs during a thunderstorm.
Inspire hope and joy in your young reader with the charming, decidedly un-ordinary Carla Farfalla and her extraordinary tea party! It includes three versions of a sugar cookie recipe that you can bake with them, too!
Carla Farfalla's message is about HOPE. The book helps kids learn and appreciate the power of hope.
Today, this rascally pup's world is going from humdrum to humdinger! Wait, what
Our rascally pup is growing up! He's learned mundane words like down, sit, and stay. But if he REALLY listens...WOW! There's so much more to say. Golly-Oodle-Lolly!
Come along with Dickens on his rollicking boardwalk adventure. Meet roller skating Eddie with a mound of spaghetti, and Molly as she shops for a huge lollipop. Who knows what may be around the next corner!
When Jennifer Ella Rose starts kindergarten, she learns that not everyone will be friendly and not all attempts to befriend someone will be successful. Will Jennifer Ella Rose conquer kindergarten by doing the best she can?
Written by former elementary school teacher, Cheryl Babirad, the Jennifer Ella Rose series is a perfect tool for in-class, virtual, and homeschool learning.
Includes discussion prompts and suggested vocabulary words.
Experience an exciting and magical Holiday story with three best friends, Pomp, Snow, and Cirqueumstance, as they study and learn special music, magic & circus skills at a secret university. After receiving their diplomas from Santa, the three fantastical elves share their special gifts with the world, and learn a valuable lesson in humility and service to others.
One morning, music-loving Jo wakes up to discover that his musical notes have disappeared! Where could they have gone to? Join Jo on a dreamy space adventure as he goes in search of his musical notes!
Up up you go Jo! is a recipient of the prestigious Gold Award from Mom's Choice Awards®
Laughs, giggles, yucks and chuckles. That's what's waiting for you in Tony Philips's collection of laugh-out-loud poetry for elementary readers, What's Wrong with a Pet Dinosaur? Inside, you'll discover the secret letter that comes after Z, the bestest animal in the world, what pets do when their owners are away, and how to cope with a monster under your bed.
Fans of Shel Silverstein and Dr. Seuss will appreciate Tony Philips's musical poetry and entertaining illustrations, which delight adults and young readers alike.
So, if you want to find out how to have the very best birthday party, what is wrong with a pet dinosaur, what to do if a vine grows out of your nose, and why you should never, ever elect McPutty, then get ready to stretch your brain and laugh til your sides hurt.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
Mitsy, a remarkable oven mitt and co-host of acclaimed America's Test Kitchen Kids podcast, Mystery Recipe, is going to culinary school. She encounters and overcomes relatable challenges, encouraging children reading to do the same. It includes a recipe for chocolate chip cookies and an audio cookalong with Mitsy.
In this heartwarming and playful story, we meet Mitsy, a young oven mitt who has spent her whole life in the mitten factory. Mitsy is a lot of things, and one of them is nervous. When she is accepted into Miss Copperpot's Acedemy for Useful Utensils, the magical boarding school where kitchen utensils go to learn how to assist in cooking, she is nervous to leave her home and meet other heat-proof utensils. But her first days at school bring together a diverse cast of characters, inspiring kitchen facts, and a story to empower kids so that when they, too, feel nervous, they remember that they can do anything.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
More people are handling chickens than ever. Chickens are crazy, fun pets that give tasty eggs, but birds need to be handled safely. In fun verse and delightful illustration, Never Kiss a Chicken shows readers some of the rules of safe chicken handling, with the ultimate reminder of, "Never Kiss a Chicken!" It is perfect for backyard chicken enthusiasts, schools with chickens, or farm visitors!
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
"This book is extremely worthwhile, not only for those who are subjected to bullying but also for the bullies themselves, who might come to understand the reasons behind their behavior...."
Zola the zebra is alone and has no one to play with. Zola is a beautiful Zebra who has a spot of missing stripes and is teased because of it until one day she meets a special friend who shows up at just the right time.
Join the animals in the wild to find out how a special friend teaches others about friendship, kindness, and using their voice to speak up for others.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
He was born that way. Few would forgive his appearance. Fear and revulsion, even rage, were not unfamiliar to him. The villagers, but for one small child, have not been kind. The forest, his home, was not only a sanctuary, ironically, it also became his prison. One day, the forest offered him something more. What he found both chilled and excited him. It was a discovery that would change his life forever.
The Mask is an allegorical tale that touches upon our human frailties, inspires us to find our inner truth, and dares us to be more courageous than we can imagine.
Beautifully illustrated and designed, The Mask compels a reader to ponder important social issues such as bullying and body image as well as the meaning of beauty and truth.
The Mask recently received a starred review on Kirkus and a lightning bolt via BookLife.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
An empowering rhyming tale of bravery, confidence, and hygiene with a little sprinkle of magic!
“Siblings Jack and Joy are ready for bedtime. But first, they must outwit the hungry monsters that stand in their way — by harnessing the power of hygiene! This delightful picture book will keep children enthralled while teaching healthy habits like washing their hands and brushing their teeth.” –Bookbub
Do you want to inspire healthy habits in your little one today?
Do you want to empower your little one to be brave in a joyful way?
Here’s an adorable rhyming read-aloud about hygiene and overcoming fears. Washing hands, brushing teeth, and practicing healthy habits daily have never been this fun!
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
The empowering story of a little monster with a big problem.
Everyone knows that a monster's favorite thing is to scare kids. Lorry is no exception. He wants to be the scariest monster of all.
Lorry wants to follow in the steps of his famous ancestors: his dreadful great-grandfather, Scabby Moldbody, who was known for making kids scream the loudest, and his gruesome great-grandmother, Henrietta Fang, who was responsible for more nightmares than any other monster.
There is only one small problem, Lorry is cute, and kids aren't afraid of cute little monsters. Being a different monster makes Lorry sad and ashamed. Unable to fit in, he learns how to stand out.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Softcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
Every night when the sun sets and the sky turns dark, Hend refuses to go to sleep. Her mom coaxes and cajoles her to stay in bed but Hend is convinced that creeping around everywhere in the dark corners of her room are monsters!
Hend is afraid of them. But little does Hend know, that though she may be afraid of monsters, the monsters are in fact afraid of her mama!
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Softcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
This instant classic crosses Finding Nemo and Are You My Mother in a fun underwater adventure!
Freddie the Flounder is a fun underwater rhyming adventure. When Freddie's parents are swished away in a powerful current, he needs to face his fears if he is ever to be reunited with them again.
A number of animal friends help him on his quest in this surprising twist of events. Toddlers will enjoy counting the animals as he meets his new friends.
Grab your copy today and bring Freddie to your favorite little ones.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Softcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
From stray dog to furry sidekick: follow Pillow the Dog on special adventures!
When 8-year old Mick crosses the street, he forgets to look both ways and doesn’t see the car rushing towards him.….SCREECH…Suddenly, a stray dog jumped in front of Mick and saved him from a car accident. In a blink of an eye, their lives are changed forever.
Mick’s family is extremely thankful and adopts the dog and names him Pillow. Pillow and Mick soon become best friends, and together they solve everyday problems.
Pillow The Dog is a tale of unconditional love, kindness, and friendship between a boy and his furry friend.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Softcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
Everyone is welcome at Big Mama's house for the holidays! Come in and celebrate with Big Mama's family and enjoy a tasty new tradition of mouthwatering main courses and scrumptious side dishes shared with smiles and seconds everyone!
A whimsical new version of the traditional Christmas carol written by LaShonda M. Stewart and illustrated by JL Straw.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Softcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
The bond between two sisters is unbreakable and their love for family is strong. Tag along with them each day of the week as they go every-day places and spend quality time together.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Softcover Fiction 2021 Best Book Awards
Chase LOVES fish. His favorite is the catfish, with their funny whiskers and shark-like fins.
But most of all, Chase likes eating fish - it’s his FAVORITE food.
When Dad says they can go fishing for the first time, Chase can barely wait to get to the pier...but fishing proves to be trickier than he thought!
Worms Are A Yummy Snack helps young readers understand the importance of resilience and perseverance when learning a new skill, and introduces them to the art of fishing and its potential to turn into a yummy family dinner! This delightful story showcases a loving relationship between father and son, and allows parents, caregivers and young readers to positively discuss themes of patience, expression and management of emotions and dealing with failure.
