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Happy St. Patrick's Day from the Crayons
By Drew Daywalt. 2024
The hilarious crayons from the #1 New York Times bestselling The Day the Crayons Quit are ready to celebrate St.…
Patrick's Day! St. Patrick's Day is almost here, and Green Crayon would like a break! (After all, he JUST had to carry a heavy load during Christmas...) His friends try to take over, but what's a leprechaun without green clothing? And a four-leaf clover can't be blue! And how in the world can the crayons make a rainbow without their good friend Green? A humorous, small hardcover St. Patrick's Day story from everyone's favorite school supplies. New York Times BestsellerIn the follow-up to the Pura Belpré Award Honor-winning Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match/Marisol McDonald No Combina, everyone's favorite mismatched heroine…
turns eight and throws a fabulously mismatched party.Marisol is turning eight, and it's time to plan a birthday party that will be fabulous, marvelous, and divine. She also hopes that Abuelita, who lives far away in Peru, will be able to come to the celebration. At the party store, Marisol can't decide what kind of party to have. There are so many choices, but everything in the store matches! Nothing seems right for soccer, pirate, princess, unicorn-loving Marisol. Finally she comes up with just the right idea, and when her friends arrive for her Clash Bash birthday, a big surprise awaits. But in a heartwarming turn of events, Marisol gets the biggest surprise of all-a visit from Abuelita via computer. In this delightful story told in English and Spanish, author Monica Brown and illustrator Sara Palacios once again bring the irrepressible Marisol McDonald to life. With her bright red hair, golden brown skin, mismatched outfits, and endearing individuality, this free-spirited Peruvian-Scottish-American girl is headed straight into the hearts of young readers everywhere.Juneteenth Is
By Natasha Tripplett. 2024
An intimate look at Juneteenth, this story is a warm look at a family and a community. Juneteenth is the…
smell of brisket filling the air. Juneteenth is the sounds of music, dancing, and cheering ringing from the parade outside. It is love. It is prayer. It is friends and relatives coming together to commemorate freedom, hope for tomorrow, and one another.This book is an ode to the history of the Black community in the United States, a tribute to Black joy, and a portrait of familial love. With poignant text and vivid illustrations, Juneteenth Is offers a window and a mirror for readers, resonating with kids who will see themselves reflected in its pages and those who hope to understand experiences beyond their own.CELEBRATES BLACK JOY: At its root, this is a story of family and community. Vibrant illustrations capture the warmth and unity of Black families and Black communities in a portrait of beautiful joy.REMEMBERING A LEGACY: Both a story of celebration and a commemoration of freedom, this book honors a past of struggle, resilience, and triumph. It recognizes Juneteenth not just as a holiday but as a cultural legacy. An author’s note also explains the significance of the color red to Juneteenth—its use as a symbol of African American endurance and the ways Black communities weave the color into modern-day celebrations through food and clothing.BLACK HISTORY IS AMERICAN HISTORY: Juneteenth marks an undeniable truth of American history and remains a cultural touchstone for many Black Americans, making it important for all Americans to understand. Much-needed in this time of growing representation and discussion about equity and social justice, this book is a strong resource for parents and educators seeking to introduce Black history and encourage respectful conversations.Perfect for:Anyone looking for diverse picture booksTeachers and librariansGift-giving for Juneteenth celebrations, Black History Month, or classroom bookshelfThe Pug who wanted a Birthday (The Pug Who Wanted to... #11)
By Bella Swift. 2024
Peggy's best friend, Chloe, is planning a big birthday celebration for her friend's dog, and Peggy can't wait to join…
in the fun and games. There's so much to do before the big day! But when Peggy realises that she doesn't have a birthday of her own, she can't help feeling a bit left out. Especially since Chloe is keeping secrets about the party plans . . .Could Peggy be in for a big surprise?This latest Peggy the Pug story features super cute illustrations throughout and fun shiny foil on the cover. This would make the perfect birthday gift or party bag filler for all Peggy fans and dog lovers!It's Ramadan, Curious George (Curious George Ser.)
By H. A. Rey H. A. Rey, Hena Khan. 2016
George celebrates Ramadan with his friend Kareem. “A groundbreaking new book that also tries to span the cultural chasm for…
a new generation.” —The New YorkerGeorge helps Kareem with his first fast and joins in the evening celebration of tasting treats and enjoying a special meal. Then George helps make gift baskets to donate to the needy, and watches for the crescent moon with the man in the yellow hat. Finally, George joins in the Eid festivities to mark the end of his very first Ramadan.This playful book makes a great holiday gift for all fans of Curious George—those who celebrate Ramadan, and those who are learning about it for the first time.“To help overcome Islamophobia and foster mutual respect, acceptance and understanding, teachers, parents, community leaders and librarians can use books like these to educate children about Muslims while enhancing religious literacy.” —The Huffington Post “I hope [this book] makes it into the hands of Muslim children who need it and any child curious about Ramadan and Islam. Parents, this is how we teach love.” —Read It Real GoodLadybird Classics: A Christmas Carol
By Charles Dickens. 2012
This beautiful ebook of the Ladybird Classic edition of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a perfect first illustrated…
introduction to the classic Christmas story for younger readers. It has been sensitively abridged and retold to make it suitable for sharing with young children from 5+, whilst retaining all the key parts of the story including the three spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Future, little Tiny Tim and his father, Bob Cratchit and, of course, the old miser Ebenezer Scrooge. Detailed full-colour illustrations throughout also help to bring this classic tale to life. Other exciting titles in the Ladybird Classics series include Alice in Wonderland, Black Beauty, Gulliver's Travels, The Secret Garden, Oliver Twist, Peter Pan and Treasure Island.Daisy and the Trouble with Christmas (A Daisy Story #5)
By Kes Gray. 2009
Daisy has been EXTREMELY excited about Christmas since September. And when Daisy is excited, TROUBLE will surely follow!Daisy loves the…
carols, the sparkly lights, the crackers, the snowmen, and especially the chance to be in the school Christmas play. She's got SEVEN whole words to learn! But when Daisy and her best friend Gabby decide the dolly their teacher has chosen to play the Baby Jesus is a bit . . . well, boring, Daisy comes up with a plan that will mean TROUBLE!The Berenstain Bears: God Loves You! (Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story)
By Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain. 2008
How can you explain God&’s unconditional love to a child? Young readers will learn and appreciate the many ways God…
shows His love to them in this addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will discover that God loves them because he made them, not because they&’re successful. The Berenstain Bears: God Loves You!—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights™ series of books—is perfect for:Early readers, ages 4-8Reading out loud at home or in a classroomCreating conversations about individuality and uniquenessSupplementing God is love lessons that highlight the countless ways God shows His love to everyoneThe Berenstain Bears: God Loves You! :Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain familyContinues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain with the Berenstain Bears series of booksIs part of one of the bestselling children&’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to dateMagic Reindeer: A Christmas Wish (Magic Reindeer)
By Sue Bentley. 2009
Sami's Special Gift: An Eid al-Adha Story
By M. O. Yuksel. 2024
It&’s Eid al-Adha, and Sami wants to celebrate. But this year is different after his grandfather&’s passing. A touching picture…
book about kindness towards others.Sami worries that the Eid al-Adha carnival won&’t be as fun without Dede (his grandfather), who died recently. Sami&’s grandmother sends him one of Dede&’s ties, and Sami vows to never take it off. After going to the mosque for Eid prayer, Sami&’s family stop at the shelter where Baba and Anne volunteer. Can an unexpected encounter and a special gift help Sami change his mind about celebrating? The gift of giving and putting yourself in someone else's shoes shines through in this engaging, poignant holiday story.When Heidi gets in some Christmastime trouble, it will take more than magic to restore the holiday spirit!Christmas is around…
the corner, and Heidi is very excited. She loves Christmas decorations, Christmas cookies, and, best of all, Christmas presents! But when she takes her mom’s special charm bracelet without asking—and then loses it—Heidi fears that her mom will be angry with her. And when she finally finds the bracelet, it has been totally crushed by a snowplow. Heidi tries to fix the broken bracelet with a spell, but that only makes things worse! Will Heidi have the courage to come clean and tell her mom the truth—and will there still be room for Christmas cheer?With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Heidi Heckelbeck chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.Where, Oh Where, Is Santa Claus?
By Lisa Wheeler. 2007
It's a typical Christmas Eve at the North Pole. That is, until Santa suddenly disappears! Luckily, his polar pals are…
on the case. But will the furry friends rescue dear old Santa before it's too late for him to make his special deliveries? Filled with Lisa Wheeler's festive rhymes and Ivan Bates's cozy illustrations, here is a rollicking Christmas adventure that little ones will want to hear over and over again.Heidi brings home the class bunny over Easter weekend—and finds herself in a magical, colorful mess!Easter is just a few…
days away and Heidi Heckelbeck can’t wait! The holiday weekend is even more special because it’s Heidi’s turn to take home Maggie, the school’s bunny. But when Heidi takes Maggie out of her cage, trouble follows. Maggie escapes from Heidi’s arms and runs through all of the Easter egg dye! Will Heidi figure out how to un-tie-dye the colorful bunny before she has to take her back to school?With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Heidi Heckelbeck chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.Stella Brings the Family
By Miriam B. Schiffer. 2015
Stella's class is having a Mother's Day celebration, but what's a girl with two daddies to do? It's not that…
she doesn't have someone who helps her with her homework, or tucks her in at night. Stella has her Papa and Daddy who take care of her, and a whole gaggle of other loved ones who make her feel special and supported every day. She just doesn't have a mom to invite to the party. Fortunately, Stella finds a unique solution to her party problem in this sweet story about love, acceptance, and the true meaning of family. Plus, this is the fixed format version, which will look almost identical to the print version. Additionally for devices that support audio, this ebook includes a read-along setting.The Bunny Who Found Easter
By Charlotte Zolotow. 1998
Where is Easter? asked the little bunny eagerly. But the old owl had dozed off to sleep again in the…
sun. It must be some place East, thought the bunny and he set off searching.A lonely bunny goes hunting for Easter, where he hopes to find other bunnies. His search takes him through summer, fall, and winter, but only in spring does he find what he&’s been looking for all along. This special gift edition includes a striking new cover and gorgeous endpaper images. Humorous, heartwarming, and sweet, this modern take on an old classic is the perfect story to hop into on Easter.