Tail Time!

In-person Tail Time is cancelled until further notice. Follow us on Instagram or Facebook for Virtual Tail Times and more!

The schedule and all of the books read during virtual story times can be found here.

 

Stories and songs for the wee . . .

     every Monday at 10:30 AM

          . . . guaranteed NOT to put you to sleep!

All are welcome! (That said, Tail Time is primarily geared towards the toddler and pre-schooler set.)

Tail Time is often busy, so if you are with a large group, please call us to schedule a time just for you. You will get a brief tour of the store and your very own story! We ask that you do not come during Tail Time, for our sanity and yours.

Is your anklebiter begging you to read a book from a past Tail Time? You're in luck: below are books that have been read at recent Tail Times.


Roar Like a Dandelion By Ruth Krauss, Sergio Ruzzier (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Ruth Krauss, Sergio Ruzzier (Illustrator)
$17.99
ISBN: 9780062680075
Availability: Usually Ships from Wholesaler in 1-5 Days
Published: HarperCollins - October 1st, 2019

Read by Kara on 4/8/20

From Ruth Krauss, the celebrated children’s book author of The Carrot Seed and A Hole Is to Dig, comes this never-before-published book of witty one-liners—brought to life by Geisel Honor-winning artist Sergio Ruzzier.

Dance with a leaf.

Jump like a raindrop.

Sit in the sun and shine.

Not since A Hole Is to Dig and Open House for Butterflies have we seen such electric and playful words on a page.

This imaginative story from Ruth Krauss—one of the most beloved children’s book authors of all time—and celebrated artist Sergio Ruzzier is a remarkable collaboration that captures the timeless spirit of Krauss’s signature wit and humor. Paired with Ruzzier’s irresistible drawings, this story will delight readers of all ages and inspire them to roar like dandelions.

A perfect gift for the holidays, Valentine’s Day, and graduation!


There Are No Bears in This Bakery By Julia Sarcone-Roach Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9780399556654
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Knopf Books for Young Readers - January 8th, 2019

Read by Kara on 4/8/20

The creator of the New York Times bestselling The Bear Ate Your Sandwich brings us another sly story of a hungry bear and a smooth-talking narrator.

A tough gumshoe of a cat--the name's Muffin--protects his territory: The Little Bear Bakery. But there are no bears here. Not on Muffin's watch.

One night, Muffin hears a suspicious noise. Mouse? Raccoon? Bat? Nope, not the usual suspects. But Muffin hears . . . growling. Could it be? Yup. A bear. Just a cub. Whose stomach is definitely growling. Muffin's got this case solved--clearly this bear needs some donuts.

In this wonderfully noir-tinged tale, Julia Sarcone-Roach gives us another funny story of a hungry bear in the wrong place at the right time. This tale is sly and sweet, with sprinkles on top.

"This delightful caper calls out for multiple readings."—New York Times


Home By Carson Ellis, Carson Ellis (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Carson Ellis, Carson Ellis (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9780763665296
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Candlewick - February 24th, 2015

Read by Kara on 4/4/20


Influential artist Carson Ellis makes her solo picture-book debut with a whimsical tribute to the many possibilities of home.

Home might be a house in the country, an apartment in the city, or even a shoe. Home may be on the road or the sea, in the realm of myth, or in the artist’s own studio. A meditation on the concept of home and a visual treat that invites many return visits, this loving look at the places where people live marks the picture-book debut of Carson Ellis, acclaimed illustrator of the Wildwood series and artist for the indie band the Decemberists.


Interstellar Cinderella: (Princess Books for Kids, Books about Science) (Future Fairy Tales) By Deborah Underwood, Meg Hunt (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Deborah Underwood, Meg Hunt (Illustrator)
$17.99
ISBN: 9781452125329
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Chronicle Books - May 5th, 2015

Read by Kara on 4/4/20

Once upon a planetoid,
amid her tools and sprockets,
a girl named Cinderella dreamed
of fixing fancy rockets.

With a little help from her fairy godrobot, Cinderella is going to the ball. But when the prince's ship has mechanical trouble, someone will have to zoom to the rescue! Readers will thank their lucky stars for this irrepressible fairy tale retelling, its independent heroine, and its stellar happy ending.


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What Do You Do with a Problem By Kobi Yamada, Mae Besom (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Kobi Yamada, Mae Besom (Illustrator)
$17.95
ISBN: 9781943200009
Availability: Usually Ships from Wholesaler in 1-5 Days
Published: Compendium Publishing & Communications - July 1st, 2016

Read by Kara on 4/1/20


"What do you do with a problem? Especially one that follows you around and doesn't seem to be going away?
Do you worry about it? Ignore it? Do you run and hide from it?

This is the story of a persistent problem and the child who isn't so sure what to make of it. The longer the problem is avoided, the bigger it seems to get. But when the child finally musters up the courage to face it, the problem turns out to be something quite different than it appeared.

This is a story for anyone, at any age, who has ever had a problem that they wished would go away. It's a story to inspire you to look closely at that problem and to find out why it's here. Because you might discover something amazing about your problem]] and yourself.

What are problems for? They challenge us, shape us, push us, and help us to discover just how strong and brave and capable we really are. Even though we don't always want them, problems have a way of bringing unexpected gifts.

So, what will you do with your problem?


How Do You Dance? By Thyra Heder Cover Image
$16.99
ISBN: 9781419734182
Availability: Usually Ships from Wholesaler in 1-5 Days
Published: Harry N. Abrams - August 6th, 2019

Read by Kara on 4/1/20

**STARRED REVIEW**
"Heder explores dance with pages of graceful, rhythmic watercolors that show people of myriad ages, ethnicities, shapes, and abilities stretching, bopping, spinning, and swaying. Moves executed in exuberance, impulsiveness, and self-care climax in a gigantic, inclusive dance party complete with glittery disco ball. Heder’s stream of dancers encourages everyone to find a way to dance—even, perhaps, the most stubborn nondancers."

— Publishers Weekly


The Monsters' Monster By Patrick McDonnell Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9780316045476
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - September 4th, 2012

Read by Kara on 3/28/20

Once upon a time, there were three little rascals who thought they were the BIGGEST, BADDEST monsters around. Then along came an even BIGGER monster who changed their minds. And all it took was two little words.

 
In this playful tale from bestselling picture book author Patrick McDonnell, a very BIG monster shows three very BAD little monsters the power of boundless gratitude.


Where the Wild Things Are: A Caldecott Award Winner By Maurice Sendak, Maurice Sendak (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Maurice Sendak, Maurice Sendak (Illustrator)
$21.99
ISBN: 9780060254926
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: HarperCollins - December 26th, 2012

Read by Kara on 3/28/20

Where the Wild Things Are is fifty years old! Maurice Sendak's Caldecott Medal-winning picture book has become one of the most highly acclaimed and best-loved children's books of all time. A must for every child's bookshelf.

Introduce a new generation to Max's imaginative journey with this special anniversary edition. Let the wild rumpus continue as this classic comes to life like never before with new reproductions of Maurice Sendak's artwork.

Astonishing state-of-the-art technology faithfully captures the color and detail of the original illustrations. Sendak himself enthusiastically endorsed this impressive new interpretation of his art before his death in 2012. This iconic story has inspired a movie, an opera, and the imagination of generations.


Jamberry By Bruce Degen, Bruce Degen (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Bruce Degen, Bruce Degen (Illustrator)
$9.99
ISBN: 9780064430685
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: HarperCollins - January 22nd, 2008

Read by Kara on 3/25/20

This bestselling classic features a berry-loving boy and an endearing rhyme-spouting bear. The fun wordplay and bright paintings with lots of details for young readers to explore make Jamberry a perennial favorite.

A small boy and a big friendly bear embark on a berry-picking extravaganza, looking for blueberries, blackberries, and strawberries. Their fun adventure comes to a razzamatazz finale under a starberry sky.

From author-illustrator Bruce Degen, Jamberry is perfect for sharing. "With delightful, rich illustrations and zany wordplay, Jamberry is a must have book for any family with young children," according to Children's Books Guide.

Hatberry
Shoeberry
In my canoeberry
Under the bridge
And over the dam
Looking for berries...
Berries for jam!


Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug (Tiny T Rex) By Jonathan Stutzman, Jay Fleck (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jonathan Stutzman, Jay Fleck (Illustrator)
$15.99
ISBN: 9781452170336
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Chronicle Books - March 5th, 2019

Read by Kara on 3/25/20

"Readers will root for bighearted, small-armed Tiny." —Publishers Weekly

An unforgettable character teaches a lesson in overcoming obstacles: Tiny T. Rex has a HUGE problem. His friend Pointy needs cheering up and only a hug will do. But with his short stature and teeny T. Rex arms, is a hug impossible? Not if Tiny has anything to say about it! Join this plucky little dinosaur in his very first adventure, Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug—a warm and funny tale that proves the best hugs come from the biggest hearts.

  • Tiny T. Rex will stomp into the hearts of readers in this winning new series.
  • Book teaches lessons in kindness, overcoming obstacles, and perseverance.
  • Jonathan Stutzman is an award-winning filmmaker and children's book author. His short films have screened at film festivals all over the world and on television.

Fans of Dragons Love Tacos, Grumpy Monkey, and Llama Destroys the World will love the latest unforgettable character on the picture book scene in Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug.

"Wins for compassion and for the refusal to let physical limitations hold one back." —Kirkus Reviews

  • Great family read aloud book
  • Books for kids ages 3-5
  • Picture books for preschool and kindergarten


Mother Bruce-Mother Bruce, Book 1 (Mother Bruce Series #1) By Ryan T. Higgins Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9781484730881
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Disney Hyperion - November 24th, 2015

Read by Kara on 3/24/20

Bruce the bear likes to keep to himself. That, and eat eggs. But when his hard-boiled goose eggs turn out to be real, live goslings, he starts to lose his appetite. And even worse, the goslings are convinced he's their mother. Bruce tries to get the geese to go south, but he can't seem to rid himself of his new companions. What's a bear to do?


Saturday By Oge Mora (By (artist)) Cover Image
By Oge Mora (By (artist))
$18.99
ISBN: 9780316431279
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - October 22nd, 2019

Read by Kara on 3/24/20

In this warm and tender story by the Caldecott Honor-winning creator of Thank You, Omu!, join a mother and daughter on an up-and-down journey that reminds them of what's best about Saturdays: precious time together.

Today would be special. Today would be splendid. It was Saturday! But sometimes, the best plans don't work out exactly the way you expect....

In this heartfelt and universal story, a mother and daughter look forward to their special Saturday routine together every single week. But this Saturday, one thing after another goes wrong--ruining storytime, salon time, picnic time, and the puppet show they'd been looking forward to going to all week. Mom is nearing a meltdown...until her loving daughter reminds her that being together is the most important thing of all.

Author-artist Oge Mora's highly anticipated follow up to Caldecott Honor Thank You, Omu! features the same magnificently radiant artwork and celebration of sharing so beloved in her debut picture book.


Franklin's Flying Bookshop (Franklin and Luna) By Jen Campbell, Katie Harnett (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jen Campbell, Katie Harnett (Illustrator)
$17.95
ISBN: 9780500651094
Availability: Usually Ships from Wholesaler in 1-5 Days
Published: Thames & Hudson - October 17th, 2017

Read by Karlyn on 3/20/20

A magical story about a little girl and a dragon who dream up a plan to share their love of books and stories

 

Franklin the dragon loves stories and loves reading stories to people too, but everyone is too scared to even talk to him. One day, he meets a girl named Luna who, rather than being afraid, is fascinated to meet Franklin, having recently read all about dragons in one of her books. They instantly become friends and talk nonstop about what they’ve read: books about roller-skating, King Arthur, spiders, and how to do kung fu. Together they hatch a plan to share their love of books with others by opening a bookshop—a flying bookshop, that is—right on Franklin’s back!

 

Franklin, a well-read and peace-loving dragon, and Luna, a young girl with an independent spirit and an insatiable love of reading, make fantastic role models for young children. Franklin’s Flying Bookshop brings the magic of classic fairy tales into the twenty-first century through exquisite illustrations, and will enchant children as well as anyone who loves books.


The Wall in the Middle of the Book By Jon Agee, Jon Agee (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jon Agee, Jon Agee (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9780525555452
Availability: Usually Ships from Wholesaler in 1-5 Days
Published: Rocky Pond Books - October 2nd, 2018

Read by Karlyn on 3/20/20

A foolish knight is certain that his side of the wall is the safe side in this clever, amusingly meta picture book by the acclaimed creator of It's Only Stanley

There's a wall in the middle of the book, and our hero--a young knight--is sure that the wall protects his side of the book from the dangers of the other side--like an angry tiger and giant rhino, and worst of all, an ogre who would gobble him up in a second! But our knight doesn't seem to notice the crocodile and growing sea of water that are emerging on his side. When he's almost over his head and calling for help, who will come to his rescue? An individual who isn't as dangerous as the knight thought--from a side of the book that might just have some positive things to offer after all!


Come Home Already! By Jory John, Benji Davies (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jory John, Benji Davies (Illustrator)
$19.99
ISBN: 9780062370976
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: HarperCollins - December 5th, 2017

Read by Kara on 3/19/20

From the creators of Goodnight Already! and I Love You Already!, the third hysterical picture book about Duck and Bear, unlikely pals.

An excited Duck wants to hang out with Bear. But Bear’s gone fishing for a whole week and is happy to finally get a second alone.

What will Duck do while Bear is gone? How will he survive without his best pal?!


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Grumpy Pants By Claire Messer Cover Image
$16.99
ISBN: 9780807530757
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Albert Whitman & Company - May 1st, 2016

Read by Kara on 3/19/20

Have you ever had a grumpy day and not known why? Penguin is having a grumpy day like that. No matter what he does, he just can't shake it! Sometimes the only thing left to do is wash the grumpy day away and start over. The simple text and lively illustrations are the perfect cure for even the grumpiest of days.


I Like Myself! Lap Board Book By Karen Beaumont, David Catrow (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Karen Beaumont, David Catrow (Illustrator)
$14.99
ISBN: 9780547401638
Availability: Usually Ships from Wholesaler in 1-5 Days
Published: Clarion Books - August 23rd, 2010

Read by Drew on 3/18/20

High on energy and imagination, this ode to self-esteem encourages kids to appreciate everything about themselves--inside and out. Messy hair? Beaver breath? So what! Here's a little girl who knows what really matters.
At once silly and serious, Karen Beaumont's joyous rhyming text and David Catrow's wild illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulful--and straight from the heart.


Bark, George By Jules Feiffer, Jules Feiffer (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jules Feiffer, Jules Feiffer (Illustrator)
$19.99
ISBN: 9780062051851
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Michael di Capua Books - June 3rd, 1999

Read by Drew on 3/18/20

#9 on School Library Journal’s list of the Top 100 Picture Books

Named one of 100 Great Children’s Books by The New York Public Library

From acclaimed author-illustrator Jules Feiffer, Bark, George is a hilarious, subversive story about a dog who can't . . . bark! This picture book geared for the youngest readers is perfect for those who love Mo Willems's Pigeon series.

When George's mother tells her son to bark, George goes "Meow," which definitely isn't right because George is a dog. When she asks him again, he goes "Oink." What's going on with George? Readers will delight at the surprise ending!

ALA Booklist Editors’ Choice | Maryland Children’s Book Award | Parents’ Choice Silver Honor | Keystone to Reading Book Award (Pennsylvania) | Georgia Children’s Picture Storybook Award | Flicker Tale Children’s Book Award (North Dakota) | Florida Children’s Book Award | Charlotte Zolotow Award Honor Book | Buckeye Children’s Book Award (Ohio) | Arizona Young Readers’ Award | ALA Notable Children’s Book

“Feiffer’s characters are unforgettable…the pictures burst with the sort of broad physical comedy that a lot of children just love. It all makes for a witty, laugh-out-loud play on the old favorite about the old lady who swallowed a fly.” –ALA Booklist *(Starred Review)*

“Young readers will roar with laughter at this slapstick farce.” —School Library Journal *(Starred Review)*


Pomelo Begins to Grow (Pomelo the Garden Elephant) By Ramona Badescu, Benjamin Chaud (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Ramona Badescu, Benjamin Chaud (Illustrator)
$16.95
ISBN: 9781592701117
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Enchanted Lion Books - August 16th, 2011

Yesterday, Ta-il Ti-me seemed so far away. Now its here because it's Mo-onday... (3/9/20)

What happens as a little one begins to grow? Do parts of the body grow unequally? If the outside grows, does that mean the inside is changing too? Children love it when they begin to grow But they also have questions and maybe even worry a little too. Pomelo Begins to Grow explores this rich material with playfulness and humor, without undercutting the importance of the questions.

Ramona Badescu was born in Romania in 1980. She arrived in France at eleven and started to write for children at twenty-one. A busy, prolific writer, she currently lives in the wonderful city of Marseilles.

Benjamin Chaud has illustrated an impressive number of picture books and has written at least one as well.


Everybody Says Meow By Constance Lombardo, Constance Lombardo (Illustrator) Cover Image
$17.99
ISBN: 9780062689887
Availability: Usually Ships from Wholesaler in 1-5 Days
Published: HarperCollins - November 5th, 2019

Kara is the champion, my friend. And she'll keep on reading til the end. Kara is the champion, Kara is the champion...of the world! (3/9/20)

“The messages of inclusion and acceptance are welcome. An enjoyable addition to noisy storytimes.” Kirkus

Everybody Says Meow! Or do they? Fans of Sandra Boynton and of Jules Feiffer’s classic Bark, George will meow, bark, and ribbit when they hear this hilarious picture book about a waggish group of adorable animals that just cannot follow one simple instruction.

“Welcome to that magical time when everybody says, Meow!’ Ready?”

Well, not quite. There’s also a “Woof.” And a “Ribbit.”

A few words and a minimal background can make for plenty of mischief—especially when your characters are adorable, delightfully silly, and probably NOT LISTENING!

Fun, cumulative, and playful, Everybody Says Meow is perfect for preschoolers and toddlers just learning how to read.


Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring By Kenard Pak, Kenard Pak (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Kenard Pak, Kenard Pak (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9781250151728
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) - February 18th, 2020

Today was a good day, 'cause a lot of good books got read today.  (3/9/20)

In a simple, cheerful conversation with nature, a young boy observes how the season changes from winter to spring in Kenard Park's Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring.

As days stretch longer, animals creep out from their warm dens, and green begins to grow again, everyone knows—spring is on its way!

Join a boy and his dog as they explore nature and take a stroll through the countryside, greeting all the signs of the coming season. In a series of conversations with everything from the melting brook to chirping birds, they say goodbye to winter and welcome the lushness of spring.


Little Pea: (Children's Book, Books for Baby, Books about Picky Eaters, Board Books for Kids) (Little Books) By Amy Krouse Rosenthal, Jen Corace (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Amy Krouse Rosenthal, Jen Corace (Illustrator)
$15.99
ISBN: 9780811846585
Availability: Usually Ships from Wholesaler in 1-5 Days
Published: Chronicle Books - February 17th, 2005

Clap your hands everybody, if you got what it takes. 'Cause it's Tail Time now and I want you to know that these are the books (3/9/20)!


"Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Jen Corace strike beautiful balance between story and art in Little Pea." The New York Times

A sweet and amusing story to which little picky eaters can relate: If Little Pea doesn't eat all of his sweets, there will be no vegetables for dessert! What's a young pea to do? A delightful twist on a classic parent predicament, children will enjoy the unique tale and find themselves relating with Little Pea more than expected.

• An entertaining story about meal times with charming text that families can enjoy together
• Features simple, yet impactful illustrations that are engaging and help readers connect to the story
• Amy Krouse Rosenthal is a Chicago-based writer and Mama Pea. She is the author of Encyclopedia of Our Ordinary Life. This is her first children's book

"Picky eaters will enjoy the subtle humor of this topsy-turvy tale." School Library Journal

Fans of Little Oink, Little Hoot, and Duck! Rabbit! will enjoy the sweet musings of Little Pea and his loving family adventures.

• Great family read-aloud book
• Books for kids ages 2-4
• Books for preschool and up


I Am Bat By Morag Hood Cover Image
$17.99
ISBN: 9781492660323
Availability: Unavailable to Order
Published: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky - September 5th, 2017

Kara has a fever, and the only prescription is this book. Which she read on 3/2/20.

I am bat.
I love cherries. They are juicy and red and delicious and...
My cherries Some of them are missing.
Who took my cherries? Was it YOU?

Join the grumpily adorable Bat as he searches for his missing cherries in this vibrant and hilarious picture book.


Juniper Jupiter: A Real-life Superhero By Lizzy Stewart Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9780711252141
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Frances Lincoln Children's Books - March 3rd, 2020

Kara likes big books, she cannot lie. Those other readers can't deny.  When a book walks in with a itty bitty spine and a story in your face..(3/2/20)

Juniper Jupiter is a real life superhero. It's no big deal. She's super brave, super fast, super strong, super smart, and she can even fly, but something is missing. What is a hero without an amazing sidekick? It turns out that lots of people want to be a superhero's sidekick, but none of them are quite right. They're too big, too scratchy, too weird, too scared, or WAY too prepared . . . will Juniper ever find the perfect one? This is a fun and feisty story about friendship and learning to value what you already have.


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Llama Destroys the World (A Llama Book #1) By Jonathan Stutzman, Heather Fox (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jonathan Stutzman, Heather Fox (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9781250303172
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) - May 7th, 2019

Every piece of the world, rate the message of the worlds. All men, women, boys, and girls, hey our Tail Time is superb. Get on it. (3/2/20)

Meet Llama, the next great picture-book megastar, who has most definitely driven a bus and who loves tacos way more than you.

He also loves cake, and that’s where our story begins.

On Monday, Llama discovers a pile of cake, which he promptly eats.
On Tuesday, Llama squeezes into his dancing pants, which he promptly rips.
The force of the rip creates a black hole (naturally).
By Friday, Llama will (indirectly) destroy the world.

In their debut picture book, author/illustrator team Jonathan Stutzman and Heather Fox introduce young readers to the comical, the studious, the oblivious Llama, a picture-book hero for the ages. So grab some cake and your dancing pants and prepare for Llama Destroys the World... because THE TIME FOR LLAMA IS NIGH!


Hey, Water! By Antoinette Portis Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9780823441556
Availability: Usually Ships from Wholesaler in 1-5 Days
Published: Neal Porter Books - March 26th, 2019

Sweet Ta-il Time! Good times never seemed so good. I've been inclined to believe they never would. (3/2/20)

Splash! A spunky little girl plays a spirited game of hide-and-seek with water, in this gorgeously illustrated nonfiction picture book.

A Robert F. Sibert Honor Book
An ALA Notable Children's Book

Hey, water! I know you! You're all around.

Join a young girl as she explores her surroundings and sees that water is everywhere. But water doesn't always look the same, it doesn't always feel the same, and it shows up in lots of different shapes. Water can be a lake, it can be steam, it can be a tear, or it can even be a snowman.

As the girl discovers water in nature, in weather, in her home, and even inside her own body, water comes to life, and kids will find excitement and joy in water and its many forms.

This latest work from award-winning author/illustrator Antoinette Portis is an engaging, aesthetically pleasing nonfiction picture book, complete with accessible backmatter on the water cycle, water conservation, and more.

A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year


Red: A Crayon's Story By Michael Hall, Michael Hall (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Michael Hall, Michael Hall (Illustrator)
$19.99
ISBN: 9780062252074
Availability: On Our Shelves Now (Subject to Availability)
Published: Greenwillow Books - February 3rd, 2015

Monday, Monday so good to me. Monday, Monday, it was all I hoped it would be... (2/24/20)


A blue crayon mistakenly labeled as "red" suffers an identity crisis in this picture book by the New York Times–bestselling creator of My Heart Is Like a Zoo and It's an Orange Aardvark! Funny, insightful, and colorful, Red: A Crayon's Story, by Michael Hall, is about being true to your inner self and following your own path despite obstacles that may come your way. Red will appeal to fans of Lois Ehlert, Eric Carle, and The Day the Crayons Quit, and makes a great gift for readers of any age!

Red has a bright red label, but he is, in fact, blue. His teacher tries to help him be red (let's draw strawberries!), his mother tries to help him be red by sending him out on a playdate with a yellow classmate (go draw a nice orange!), and the scissors try to help him be red by snipping his label so that he has room to breathe. But Red is miserable. He just can't be red, no matter how hard he tries! Finally, a brand-new friend offers a brand-new perspective, and Red discovers what readers have known all along. He's blue! This funny, heartwarming, colorful picture book about finding the courage to be true to your inner self can be read on multiple levels, and it offers something for everyone.


Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes By James Dean, James Dean (Illustrator), Kimberly Dean Cover Image
By James Dean, James Dean (Illustrator), Kimberly Dean
$19.99
ISBN: 9780062304346
Availability: Usually Ships from Wholesaler in 1-5 Days
Published: HarperCollins - October 4th, 2016

Read it good. Read it real good. (2/24/20)


From the bestselling Pete the Cat series, help Pete and his friends find the missing cupcakes!

Pete the Cat and his friends are busy as can be baking cupcakes for a party, and Pete can’t wait to perform with his groovy band. But some of the cupcakes have gone missing! Who could have taken them?

In this hardcover picture book adventure by New York Times bestselling authors James and Kimberly Dean, Pete and the gang solve the mystery of the missing cupcakes and learn that it’s cool to be kind.

The Pete the Cat fun never stops—watch the groovin’ video online!

 Don't miss Pete's other adventures, including Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes, Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes, Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons, Pete the Cat Saves Christmas, Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses, Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues, Pete the Cat and the New Guy, Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie, and Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party.