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Ava and her Aunt Jo take a magical journey back in time to visit Elizabeth Keckley, Ann Cole Lowe, and Mildred Blount, three daring, gifted, and visionary Black fashion designers. The bold achievements of these inspiring women of history are celebrated in this fashion fairy tale that spotlights iconic style moments...and sparks a child's imagination.
2) Nook
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"Nook is small and shy, and she likes to sit in the cozy, comfy space of a hollow tree watching others play. Then, one day, when someone comes along to take Nook's space, she feels lost and afraid ... until she discovers she has friends looking out for her in ways she never imagined. This gentle story explores shyness and sensory needs, and inspires kindness, inclusion, and friendship"--
3) Bloom
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Once, the ocean was full of friends. Then a little jellyfish notices that things are changing--friends are disappearing! He sets out to discover the truth and learns that everyone has a part to play in protecting the careful balance of the ocean. "Bloom" refers to a substantial increase in jellyfish population that can be caused by climate change and pollution. In this beautifully illustrated, timely, and topical tale, the jellyfish band together...
4) Musical ABC
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"An alligator with an accordion! A bunny with a banjo! Strum, clap, and tap your way through the alphabet of instruments and the animals who play them!"--Back cover.
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"When the music starts playing, everyone can dance... except the ants. They can lift, build, and dig, so why can't they twirl, dip, and jig? As the ants try to dance, they discover they are better together in this toe-tapping tale of cooperation and teamwork."--Back cover.
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All over the city, best-dressed beasties and their besties are pulling their best paws forward and stepping out in style. From shopping to sailing to skating, there's a perfect shoe for everything they do! But what do our four-footed friends really like weating? Find out is this tail-wagging tale of friendship, fashion ... and fur.
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In a park full of squirrels, it's hard being a mouse. Why do squirrels get stuffed with nuts, but no one gives any to Tullio? The little mouse is sure that it's all because of the tail-and he'll go to great lengths to prove he's right! Children will love this sweet and silly story about self-acceptance and finding friends who appreciate you just as you are.
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Come on tour with country singer Rooster Flatts as he travels the world and crows about endangered, vulnerable, and threatened species on each continent! Children will love learning about polar bears, manatees, sloths, rhinos, orangutans, leatherback sea turtles, and emperor penguins. This engaging picture book increases awareness of animals and the ways our actions affect them by delivering interesting facts about their habits and habitats with a...
11) Stuck Inside
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What do you do when you're stuck inside and all the fun is outside? Tilly has to stay in until a big storm passes by. Her pup Toby has to stay in until his sore paw gets better. And there is absolutely, positively nothing fun to do. Then a hopeful Toby brings Tilly his leash, and Tilly gets an idea! With delightful illustrations, this sweet story of exploration, creativity, and seeing old things in a new light will spark the imagination of any child...
12) The chalk garden
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"What can you create with a little chalk and a big idea?" -- Back cover.
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Nigel has dined with disorderly dragons, inelegant llamas, and other uncultured individuals. Today, though, he's taking tea with a unicorn. He just knows her manners will be dainty and refined. But when Nigel and the unicorn sit down to eat, they have very different ideas of proper behavior! Can they learn to find common ground, and have some not-too-messy fun with their food along the way? Kids will love this silly, beautifully illustrated story...
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"Penelope Giraffe and Gus Penguin are at home on two different sides of the same world. When something looks upside down to Penelope, it looks right-side up to Gus! As they explore their opposite points of view, will the twosome ever see eye-to-eye? This side-splitting, one-of-kind story will have you standing on your head...which wouldn't look silly to Gus at all"--
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"Beneath the starry sky, everyone goes to sleep...except the sheep. Is she too excited? Too afraid? Or just plain not tired? As the sheep tries to stay awake, she learns to calm her body and thoughts in this sweetly silly tale that teaches self-soothing and mindfulness."--Back cover.
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Who jumped, slithered, and stretched into the bed last night? That's what Dad wants to know in this wiggly, giggly bedtime book! Written in catchy, sing-song verse, this adorably illustrated book will be a bedtime favorite. Children will love seeing who jumps into the bed next, and parents will appreciate the dad who, after a sleepless night, still gets up and saves the day!
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Moose is the best! No, Goose is! Moose and Goose are fierce rivals who compete at school, sports, and everything else! They live on opposite cliffs across the sea from each other. One day, they find themselves stuck on the beach below their homes. Can Moose and Goose set aside their rivalry to get back to their families? This humorous picture book shows how working together can solve a problem and build a friendship.
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Deep within the forest, the fiercest animals can growl...but not the owl. And, if that's not bad enough, he can't howl or honk or roar or bark, either! As the owl tries to join the woodland chorus, he discovers his own special song in this charming and funny story of individuality and self-acceptance. Parents and children will enjoy sharing this comical, lyrical tale that encourages being "WHOOO" you are.
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