Children's Books

12 months & up. Each of these bilingual stories introduce language and learning to young children. Books full of counting, vibrant illustrations, basic vocabulary, letters, capturing kids' fascination with "things that go", learning colors and counting sheep, and social emotional things like holding hands, dancing, reading, and having fun with an affectionate and caring elder. Each book is in both Spanish and English, helping those where ESL skills need to grow. These books are… More »

Toddlers and twos will enjoy the book about the Very Hungry Caterpillar and how he eats through all the different vegetables. Allow the children to hold the plush caterpillar as you read the book together.

3 years & up. <em>Chrysanthemum</em> teaches young children about self-esteem, confidence, and acceptance of others. 32 pages. Paperback.

3 years & up. Who can win the race up the coconut tree? Find out with the Chicka Chicka Books and Story Props set. These two beloved children's books depict letters and numbers racing up a tree. Now, children can join the race! With comprehensive sets of letters and numbers, children can face off against one another to see whose letter (or number) gets to the top first.

4 years & up. Teach children the importance of being kind with the Spread Kindness book set. Children will learn how to work together, help people around them and be kind to themselves. Set of 4. Hardback and paperback mix.

18 months & up. Set of vinyl books fun for storytelling and perfect for water play too. Children use their imaginations and explore cause and effect as each scene changes in water and then returns to the original image when dry. 8 pages measure approximately 6" square. Includes 4 books.

4 years & up. This classic French tale tells the story of three weary soldiers on their way home from war. While passing through a town, the hungry men ask for something to eat. When the selfish villagers hide all their food, the soldiers find a clever way to get a meal. 41 pages.

3 years & up. Help your children gain a better understanding of the season changes with these wonderful Watching the Seasons Change Books an Exploration of Earth's Four Seasons set. This book set describes the changes to expect as each season occurs and how it affects animals, plants, and people. Each book has high quality, bright photographs to help children grasp the concepts. Set of 4 paperback books.

3 years & up. The importance of having a balanced diet is discussed in this series on the different food groups. The use of simple text and large photographs to highlight the subjest matter in a way young children can understand. This book set is useful for discussions about healthy choices and reflects the new nutritional guidelines. At the end of each book, are small photos of foods and activities to choose for an ideal healthy day. Each book uses real-life photography and simple comparisons… More »

4 - 6 years. Is there anything more splendid than a baby's skin? As children grow, their clever skin does, too, enjoying hugs and tickles, protecting them inside and out, and making them one of a kind. Fran Manushkin's rollicking text and Lauren Tobia's delicious illustrations paint a breezy and irresistible picture of the human family -- and how wonderful it is to be just who you are. Paperback. 32 pages.

3 years & up. Use these wonderful My Family Books Readings About Different Family Types to introduce your children to a variety of families. This set of books celebrates the diverse family groups that make up our world! Children will enjoy connecting with families similar to theirs and learning about different ones. The positive, clear text helps emergent readers understand different family relationships, while recognizing the bonds that all families share. Encourage children to ask questions… More »

5 years & up. School can be a scary place when bullies make it feel unsafe! It's hard to feel confident in yourself when someone consistently makes you feel like a "Nobody." No matter where he goes or what he does, Thomas cannot seem to get away from Kyle's persistent tormenting. He just won't stop picking on him! As the story unfolds Thomas slowly learns how to overcome the bullying and his self-esteem grows from the help of those around him. Kyle also grows as Thomas does and soon… More »

3 years & up. Introduce children to the wonderful magic of seasons changing with these exciting I See Seasons Books. This set of books promotes literacy, early vocabulary, and STEM concepts. Have children discuss their favorite seasons with a partner. Encourage children to ask questions about vocabulary words they're unfamiliar with. Paperback. Set of 4 books.

PreK - Grade 2. A step-by-step, book-by-book program that guides children through the early stages of reading. Each book, carefully evaluated by a reading specialist to correlate with the Guided Reading Levels, is leveled to address the early stages of a child's reading development. Inside each box set you'll find 75 eight-page storybooks (5 copies of 15 titles) on topics children love, which makes them perfect for group learning. Also includes a 4-page mini-teaching guide and storage box.

4 years & up. Teach children social skills that will benefit them for the rest of their lives. This series of Learning to Get Along® books shows children appropriate ways to act (such as following rules and taking turns) when they are with their friends, at school, or in other social situations. The skills children learn from these books will set them up for success in their eventual academic, personal, and professional lives.

3 years & up. Promote a sense of community with these wonderful Friends and Community Diversity and Social Skill Building Books. This collection highlights the many ways that people of all abilities and varying cultures make our world such a special place. Children will love reading about people who are familiar and different from them. Use these books to have a discussion about the importance of diversity and inclusion. Encourage children to ask questions about vocabulary words they're unfamiliar… More »

3 - 7 years. Vibrant debut picture book by Susanna Moores. Blieka has a favourite toy, and doesn't want to share. A charming tale about friendship and sharing. Paperback. 32 pages.

12 months & up. These musical books will brighten any day! Follow Ditty Bird on many musical journeys with 6 of his favorite bedtime songs and 6 of his favorite nursery rhymes. Through these two musical books, children will discover captive illustrations and familiar songs. Songs include 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star', 'Hush Little Baby', 'Itsy Bitsy Spider', 'Row Your Boat' and many more. Each book comes with three LR1130 batteries, instructions for replacement can be found on the back cover… More »

Grades 3 - 5. These well-written biographies tell the stories of notable individuals in a variety of contexts. Each book highlights the life, contributions and accomplishments of the individual in a fun, engaging way that clearly explores the world he/she lived in and changed. Fascinating details and black-and-white illustrations fill each story, along with side notes and a time line to enhance readers' understanding. Collection includes six, 112-page paperbacks.

5 - 11 years. How will tiny Thumbelina find her way home to Mother? In this fresh twist on Hans Christian Andersen's much-loved fairy tale, our modern, empowered Thumbelina will remind everyone who feels small that they too can be strong. Paperback. 48 pages.

3 - 7 years. These bilingual books focus on counting and will help children rapidly expand their ability to understand mathematical concepts. Math concept books introduce basic math skills such as counting, number recognition, addition, subtraction, shapes and patterns. Math problems encourage children to think critically and develop problem-solving abilities from an early age. Children will also learn math-related vocabulary, such as "more than", "less than", and "equal to". Set of 4.

3 years & up. Long before multicultural characters and themes were fashionable, Ezra Jack Keats crossed social boundaries by being the first American author to give the black child a central place in children's literature. These 6 books are award winners and will win a place in your heart. Set includes 6 paperback titles.

7 years & up. In Twister on Tuesday, Jack and Annie are whisked to a midwestern prairie in the 1870s. They visit a one-room schoolhouse and learn about the hard life of the pioneers. When they return to the magic tree house, Jack and Annie spot a twister on the horizon. Is there time to warn the teacher and the children back at the schoolhouse? Or should Jack and Annie just save themselves? Paperback.

7 years & up. The Magic Tree House takes Jack and Annie back in time to the American Civil War. They meet Clara Barton, the famous nurse, and help take care of wounded soldiers. Paperback.