For the Little Ones
Kitty Wink Plush
$18.95
Isabella Stewart Gardner loved dogs. Meet one of Isabella's favorite dogs, Kitty Wink!
The breed is known for its tenacious nature and eager personality! With his sporty brown and white coat of soft faux fur and shiny, dark eyes, Patty Boy will doggedly follow you wherever you go! His small size makes him ideal for on-the-go fun and his engaging stand-up pose and playful expression will win your heart.
Crafted with high-quality plush materials and durable polyester fill, our Kitty Wink Plush is ready for a lifetime of play and adventure.
Measures 7.5" × 5" × 3"
Patty Boy, the wire-haired terrier, is also available!
To learn more about Isabella Stewart Gardner's love of dogs, check out Isabella Stewart Gardner: Dog Lover.
Henry Walton Smith (New Bedford, Massachusetts, 1849 - 1924, Boston), Isabella Stewart Gardner with her dogs, Kitty Wink and Patty Boy, on the Garden Steps of Green Hill, Brookline, Massachusetts, 1905.
Here We Are
$19.99
Oliver Jeffers, arguably the most influential creator of picture books today, offers a rare personal look inside his own hopes and wishes for his child--and in doing so gifts children and parents everywhere with a gently sweet and humorous missive about our world and those who call it home.
Insightfully sweet, with a gentle humor and poignancy, here is Oliver Jeffers' user's guide to life on Earth. He created it specially for his son, yet with a universality that embraces all children and their parents. Be it a complex view of our planet's terrain (bumpy, sharp, wet), a deep look at our place in space (it’s big), or a guide to all of humanity (don’t be fooled, we are all people), Oliver's signature wit and humor combine with a value system of kindness and tolerance to create a must-have book for parents.
By Oliver Jeffers
48 pages
Published by Philomel Books, 2017
Hardcover
9.88 x 0.41 x 11.31 inches
Corgi Book-Tail Bookmark
$12.00
This wise, cuter-than-your-average-page-keeper Corgi bookmark will save your spot and protect your book! To use, close your book and see how the Corgi's book-tail dangles, keeping your page, while its plush head and wings poke out of the top of the book to remind you of where you left off!Made of Polyester
Measures 2.36 x 3.15 x 7.48 inches
Ballet Class Stickers
$2.00
Aspiring ballet stars will fall in love with this appealing little sticker celebration, which serves not only as a source of decorative sticker fun but also as an accurate and entertaining guide to ballet positions. Twenty full-color peel-and-apply illustrations depict girls and boys in traditional ballet outfits correctly performing an arabesque, a sissonne, grand battement, grand jeté, pas de chat, pirouette, brisé vole, attitude penché (with partner), pas de bourrée, and more. Steps are identified and explained on the inside back cover. Sure to delight and inspire ballet stars of the future, these enchanting images will also add colorful touches to mirrors, windows, letters, lunch boxes, and other personal items.
4.2 x 5.75 inches4 pages
Patty Boy Plush
$34.95
Isabella Stewart Gardner loved dogs. Meet one of Isabella's favorite dogs, Patty Boy!
Patty Boy's grey grizzled fur may lend him a tough appearance, but it’s actually as soft and lovable as her heart-warming expression. Made with the highest quality fabrics and materials, this mischievous pup has a mind of her own but wouldn’t think of passing up the opportunity for a cuddle! Patty Boy's soft stuffed body measures right around the size of a real terrier and is the perfect size for hugging. Realistic details such as a leatherette nose and bright amber eyes make our Patty Boy Plush an ideal companion for the most discerning dog lover.
Measures 12" × 5" × 10"
Kitty Wink, the smooth-haired Fox Terrier is also available!
To learn more about Isabella Stewart Gardner's love of dogs, check out Isabella Stewart Gardner: Dog Lover.
Henry Walton Smith (New Bedford, Massachusetts, 1849 - 1924, Boston), Isabella Stewart Gardner with her dogs, Kitty Wink and Patty Boy, on the Garden Steps of Green Hill, Brookline, Massachusetts, 1905.
Surprise Ball
$8.95
A cultural icon, originally a popular toy in the 1950s, the Surprise Ball is memorable fun for adults and children alike! Unwind colorful crepe paper ribbons and discover vintage-inspired toys, gifts, and keepsakes! Each surprise Balls contain 5 prizes. Surprises vary by style and may include: gemstones or crystals, vintage-inspired toys, charms, sweets, crowns, temporary tattoos, confetti poppers, paper fortunes, and more!
Ball measures 2.25”D
For adults & kids 3+
Handmade by artisans in the USA
Please note: For an added element of surprise, the color of the Surprise Ball's outer crepe paper will be chosen at random!
A Pile of Leaves
$18.95
Turn the see-through pages of this clever collage to dig into the surprising leaf pile!
By Jason Fulford and Tamara Shopsin24 pages
Published by Phaidon Press, 2018
Board book
7.6 x 7.6 inches
Stevie Wonder
$15.99
Meet Stevie Wonder, the genius behind some of the world’s best-loved songs.
At just 8 years old, it was clear that Steveland Judkins was going to be a star. Renamed Stevie Wonder for his astonishing talent on the piano and other instruments, he wrote and performed some of the biggest hits of the 1970s. Stevie became known for his inventiveness, his soulful voice, and the social commentary in his lyrics. He is a UN Messenger of Peace and remains one of the music world’s most iconic figures.
Written by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Illustrated by Melissa Lee Johnson
From the Little People, Big Dreams Series
32 pages
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2021
Hardcover
8 x 9.8 inches
Eyes that Kiss in the Corners
$17.99
A New York Times Bestseller and #1 Indie Bestseller
This lyrical, stunning picture book tells a story about learning to love and celebrate your Asian-shaped eyes, in the spirit of Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry, and is a celebration of diversity.
A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers'. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her mother’s, her grandmother's, and her little sister's. They have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea, crinkle into crescent moons, and are filled with stories of the past and hope for the future.
Drawing from the strength of these powerful women in her life, she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self-love and empowerment. This powerful, poetic picture book will resonate with readers of all ages.
Written by Joanna Ho, Illustrated by Dung Ho40 pages
Published by HarperCollins Publishers, 2021
Hardcover
9.4 x 11.1 inches
The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab & Family
$17.99
A powerful, vibrantly illustrated story about the first day of school—and two sisters on one's first day of hijab—by Olympic medalist and social justice activist Ibtihaj Muhammad.
With her new backpack and light-up shoes, Faizah knows the first day of school is going to be special. It's the start of a brand new year and, best of all, it's her older sister Asiya's first day of hijab—a hijab of beautiful blue fabric, like the ocean waving to the sky. But not everyone sees hijab as beautiful, and in the face of hurtful, confusing words, Faizah will find new ways to be strong.
Paired with Hatem Aly's beautiful, whimsical art, Olympic medalist Ibtihaj Muhammad and Morris Award finalist S.K. Ali bring readers an uplifting, universal story of new experiences, the unbreakable bond between siblings, and of being proud of who you are.
40 pages
Published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2019
Hardcover
10.10 x 10.30 inches
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
$18.99
In its loudest, proudest song.
In this stirring, much-anticipated picture book by presidential inaugural poet and activist Amanda Gorman, anything is possible when our voices join together. As a young girl leads a cast of characters on a musical journey, they learn that they have the power to make changes—big or small—in the world, in their communities, and in most importantly, in themselves.
With lyrical text and rhythmic illustrations that build to a dazzling crescendo by #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Loren Long, Change Sings is a triumphant call to action for everyone to use their abilities to make a difference.
By Amanda Gorman
32 pages
Published by Viking Books for Young Readers, 2021
Hardcover
10.5 x 0.42 x 11.25 inches
Sunrise Dance
$12.99
When you wake up in the morning, playful animals are starting their day! Push and pull the sturdy tabs to make dragonflies dance and bear cubs bustle in this sweet, interactive tale of morning-time fun.
A charming and interactive bedtime read-aloud, young children will delight in moving the durable novelty elements, making the illustrations transform through their efforts.
By Serena Gingold Allen, illustrated by Teagan White
14 pages
Published by Chronicle Books, 2022
Hardcover
6.05 x 0.8 x 8 inches
Olde European Golden Tiara
$7.95
This beautiful embossed gold mini tiara crown adds a royal touch of fun to any gathering! Perfect for adults and kids, Prince or Princess parties, birthdays or to use as prizes, photo booth props, and for a guest of honor.
Handmade in Germany on a 100 yr old press.
Little Brother Superhero Mouse in Matchbox
$36.00
Little Brother Superhero Mouse to the rescue! He has an off-white and yellow striped shirt along with his tights, so he can move swiftly through the air. He has a shimmery gold faux suede cape which makes him look extra heroic while flying. He wears a bright blue mask while awake and active, and he even comes with a dark yellow sleeping mask, so can rest peacefully after an exciting day of watching over his friends. The Little Brother Superhero arrives in a brilliant and colorful matchbox.Measures 4.33 inches in height
Recommended for ages 3+
Made of cotton and polyester
David Bowie
$15.99
David Bowie was a star man from the very beginning. From excelling in dance and music at school, to starting his very first band, David always broke the mold. As an adult, he became one of the most celebrated musicians and magical performers around, consistently dazzling audiences with his talent, costumes, and stage presence. This inspiring story of the musical legend's life features a facts and photos section at the back.
Little People, Big Dreams - Discover the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.
Written by Isabel Sánchez Vegara, Illustrated by Ana AlberoFrom the Little People, Big Dreams Series
32 pages
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2019
Hardcover
8 x 9.8 inches
Astrid Lindgren
$15.99
Discover how Astrid Lindgren grew up to become one of the world's best-loved authors, and the creator of the irresistible Pippi Longstocking.
Little Astrid grew up on an old farm in Sweden. Her childhood was very happy, so happy that she never wanted to grow up. When she was four, her friend Edit read Astrid her first story. Suddenly, the entire place was filled with giants, witches and fairies. They all came out from a magic object call a book. Astrid did her best to learn how to read, and once she started, she couldn't stop! Soon, there were no books left to borrow from the library and her friends. Learn how Astrid turned her love of books and telling stories into a career as a world-renowned author. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the inspiring writer's life.
Little People, Big Dreams - Discover the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.
Written by Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara, Illustrated by Linzie HunterFrom the Little People, Big Dreams Series
32 pages
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2020
Hardcover
8 x 9.8 inches
I Am Enough: Grace Byers
$18.99
A #1 New York Times bestseller and Goodreads Choice Awards picture book winner! This is the perfect gift for mothers and daughters, baby showers, and graduation.
This gorgeous, lyrical ode to loving who you are, respecting others, and being kind to one another comes from Empire actor and activist Grace Byers and talented newcomer artist Keturah A. Bobo.
We are all here for a purpose. We are more than enough. We just need to believe it.
By Grave Byers with illustrations by Keturah A. Bobo
32 pages
Published by Balzer + Bray, 2018
Hardcover
10.1 x 10.1 x 0.6 inches
Recommended for ages 4+
Corazon Aquino
$15.99
Discover the life of Corazon Aquino, the first female president of the Philippines
Little Cory was a shy, studious child with a great sense of justice. As a young woman and wife, she and her family felt compelled to speak out against the unjust leader who was ruining their country. Showing bravery, reliability, and honesty, she led the revolution that ended the dictator's rule and went on to become the president of the Philippines. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the politician's life.
Written by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Illustrated by Ginnie HsuFrom the Little People, Big Dreams Series
32 pages
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2020
Hardcover
8 x 9.8 inches
A Stage Full of Shakespeare
$24.99
Step on to a stage full of stories with this beautiful anthology of 12 stories from Shakespeare, re-told to be accessible for children.
Get lost in Shakespeare’s most loved stories with this beautiful anthology of some of the most popular stories in the world. Introduce the children in your life to a collection of the most important stories every written, collected and retold by the much-loved author Angela McAllister. Featuring classics such as The Tempest, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and Othello, each story is rewritten in a comprehensive way that is accessible for children. This perfectly sized anthology is stunningly illustrated by collage artist Alice Lindstrom whose incredible artwork makes these stories dance to life before your very eyes.
128 pages
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2018
Hardcover
9.30 x 11.10 inches
If Bees Disappeared
$18.99
What would happen if bees disappeared? Find out in this fourth book from Lily Williams in the award-winning If Animals Disappeared Series that imagines the consequences of a world without bees.
The rolling hills and lush climate of Kent, England are home to many creatures.
These creatures are fluffy, sneaky, spikey, and... small, like the bee.
Though bees are small, their importance is BIG. Today there are over 250,000 species of bees but all of them are in danger. Because of disease, pesticide exposure, lack of foraging habitats, and poor nutrition, entire honey bee hives are dying.
What would happen if bees disappeared completely?
Artist Lily Williams explores how such a loss would effect not just bees' environment, but the world as a whole in this poignant, beautiful book about the importance of our most important bees.
40 pages
Published by Roaring Brook Press, 2021
Hardcover
11.35 x 8.83 inches
You Are a Beautiful Beginning
$18.99
It is not the destination, but the journey.
Inspired by this timeless adage, You Are a Beautiful Beginning combines lyrical storytelling and lovely art, blossoming into a celebration of self-love, friendship, and community. With beautiful simplicity and hidden depth, this meditative and magical picture book encourages readers old and young to discover their own endless potential. Kelsey Garrity-Riley's inviting, gently magical art pairs beautifully with a lyrical, deceptively simple text by Nina Laden to create a picture book that is equal parts inspirational story and peaceful lullaby.
It is not wishing to be different.
It is learning to love being you.
It is not the end of your story.
It is a beautiful beginning, too.
40 pages
Published by Roaring Brook Press, 2020
Hardcover
8.8 x 11.1 inches
A World Full of Nature Stories: 50 Folk Tales and Legends
$24.99
This beautiful book of stories takes readers on a journey with 50 tales, featuring themes of nature from all around the world.
Sit back, get comfortable, and delve into this beautifully illustrated collection of beloved nature stories from every corner of the globe.
This rich resource collects together folk tales from home and legends and myths from distant lands to commemorate the animals, plants, and the changing seasons that make planet Earth so beautiful.
The folktales and fables in this book will capture imaginations and take readers on a journey around the world. Learn about:
- The Peruvian tale of Cuniraya and the Magic Fruit,
- The story of how lightning began according to an ancient Khasi folk tale from India,
- From Ireland, the story of The Bee, the Mouse, and the Beetle,
- The Master of the Winds in the ancient Iroquois story of The Four Winds,
- Paul Bunyan, the giant lumberjack from North American folklore, and
- Spain's Queen of the Flowers, who is brought to life one night by a magical fairy.
Lively retellings from best-selling author Angela McAllister are brought to life with beautiful illustrations from Hannah Bess Ross, in this nature anthology to treasure for a lifetime. For story lovers young and old this is the perfect gift for all the family and nature lovers everywhere.
By Angela McAllister, illustrated by Hannah Bess Ross
128 pages
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2022
Hardcover
9.75 x 0.65 x 11.1 inches
Donde Viven Los Monstrous
$8.95
Donde viven los monstruos tiene cincuenta años de publicación. Maurice Sendak ganador de la Medalla Caldecott por su libro de imágenes se ha convertido en uno de los libros infantiles más queridos y aclamados de todos los tiempos. Todo niño debe tener una copia.
Las travesuras llevan a Max a su habitacion castigado y sin cenar. Encerrado entre esas cuatro paredes, imagina un viaje fantastico al país de los monstruos, donde se convertirá en el rey. Un libro para aprender a domar monstruos (en este caso, de lo más dulces y tiernos).
Este clásico de la literatura infantil es ideal para los primeros lectores, quienes se veran identificados con Max, sus juegos, sus miedos y, su mundo.
By Maurice Sendak
48 pages
Published by HarperCollins Espanol, 1996
Hardcover
10 x 0.19 x 9 inches
Where The Wild Things Are
$19.95
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.
This iconic story has inspired a movie, an opera, and the imagination of generations. When Max dresses in his wolf suit and causes havoc in the house, his mother sends him to bed. From there, Max sets sail to an island inhabited by the Wild Things, who name him king and share a wild rumpus with him. But then from far away across the world, Max smells good things to eat...
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.
Mary Pols of Time magazine wrote that "what makes Sendak's book so compelling is its grounding effect: Max has a tantrum and in a flight of fancy visits his wild side, but he is pulled back by a belief in parental love to a supper 'still hot." Generations have shared this beautiful picture book, and children of all ages will want to return to it again and again.
By Maurice Sendak
48 pages
Hardcover
9.24 x 10.4 x 0.43 inches
A Bedtime Full of Stories
$22.99
Look forward to bedtime with this richly illustrated treasury of 50 bedtime stories from around the world, each the perfect length to read aloud.
There’s always time for a bedtime story, so snuggle up and get ready to drift off to the land of nod with this collection of magical tales that includes both well-known classics and lesser-known treasures from Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and Oceania, North America, the Middle East and Latin America.
These folktales and legends, accompanied by enchanting and dream-like illustrations, are each the perfect length for a bedtime story, and will transport children around the world as well as into fantasy lands.
- The Emperor’s New Clothes – Denmark
- The Bag of Winds – Greece
- How Cheetah Got His Speed – South Africa
- The Moon Maiden – Japan
- The Star Hunt – New Zealand
- The Crow and the Daylight – North America
- Aladdin – Syria
- The Three Dreams – Guatemala
Collected and retold by award-winning author Angela McAllister and beautifully illustrated by Anna Shepeta, this anthology will be treasured by story lovers both young and old.
By Angela McAllister with illustrations by Anna Shepeta
128 pages
Published by World Full of...,2021
Hardcover
9.7 x 0.75 x 11.1 inches
Knight Owl
$17.99
A determined Owl builds strength and confidence in this medieval picture book about the real mettle of a hero: wits, humor, and heart.
Since the day he hatched, Owl dreamed of becoming a real knight. He may not be the biggest or the strongest, but his sharp nocturnal instincts can help protect the castle, especially since many knights have recently gone missing. While holding guard during Knight Night Watch, Owl is faced with the ultimate trial—a frightening intruder. It’s a daunting duel by any measure. But what Owl lacks in size, he makes up for in good ideas.
Full of wordplay and optimism, this surprising display of bravery proves that cleverness (and friendship) can rule over brawn.
By Christopher Denise
48 pages
Published by Christy Ottaviano Books, 2022
Recommended for ages 3-6
Hardcover
9.35 x 0.7 x 11.35 inches
Dolly Parton's Billy the Kid Makes it Big
$19.99
From the legendary Dolly Parton comes a story about her god-dog and Instagram personality, Billy the Kid, who is hoping to make it big as a country music star in Nashville, Tennessee.
French bulldog Billy the Kid was born with an ear for music. And not just any music. He loves barking to the beat of country music! So Billy sets out to Nashville to sing his heart out.
But when he meets some big bullies at the Battle of the Bow-wows, Billy worries he's barking up the wrong tree. He'll need his favorite songs ("Jowlene" and "I Will Pawlways Love You," of course), a group of scrappy new friends, and his favorite country music star to regain self-confidence and be the star he always knew he could be.
Written by Dolly Parton with Erica S. Perl and illustrated by MacKenzie Haley, this is a delightful picture book about standing up to people (and dogs) who put you down and finding the drive to achieve your dreams.
By Dolly Parton and Erica S. Perl with illustrations by MacKenzie Haley
40 pages
Published by Penguin Workshop, 2023
Hardcover
9.31 x 0.29 x 9.31 inches
Spooky Celebrations Around the World
$19.95
Welcome to the spookiest, and most fun, book of celebrations from around the world!
You’ll have heard of Halloween, and maybe Día de Muertos, or Obon too, but did you know there are spooky festivals all over the world?
Across every continent, there are festivals that celebrate and honor spirits. Children will delight in discovering the stories behind these 21 amazing celebrations.
With text that captures the joy in many of these festivals and the respectful nature of others, and stunning artwork with fun details to spot, children will learn all about the interesting ways these festivals are celebrated today.
Festivals featured: Awuru Odo (Nigeria); Basler Fasnacht – (Basel, Switzerland); Chuseok (South Korea;) Correfoc (Barcelona, Catalonia); Día de Muertos (Mexico); Fastelavn (Scandinavia, Iceland, Estonia and the Faroe Isles); Fèt Gede (Haiti); Fête des Masques (Mali); Gai Jatra (Nepal); Halloween (North America and Europe); Khamis al-Amwat (the Levant); La Festa di Ognissanti (Italy); Mari Lwyd (Wales); Matariki (Aotearoa New Zealand); Ouidah Vodun Festival (Ouidah, Benin); Pchum Ben (Cambodia); Pitru Paksha (South Asia); Samhain (Northern Europe); Setsubun (Japan); Walpurgis Night (Northern Europe); Zhongyuan (China).
By Matt Ralphs with illustrations by Veronika Kotyk
48 pages
Published by Phaidon Press, 2024
Hardcover
10.25 x 0.5 x 12.7 inches
Recommended for ages 5-8+
Big Brother Prince Mouse in Light Blue
$32.00
All hail the Big Brother Prince Mouse! Long may he reign. The Big Brother Prince mouse comes dressed in his finest attire fit for the royal palace. A faux fur dotted capelet, brown spotted trousers, and a golden crown atop his head.The Crown is not removable.
Measures 5.11"H
Made of cotton and polyester
Big Brother Prince Mouse
Wedding Mice Couple
$80.00
A beautiful love story that starts on the wedding day of these two mice. They are dressed classically in a long white dress, lace veil, bouquet, and tuxedo. They come in a beautiful box decorated with Maileg drawings.Measures 5.9"H
Made with cotton and recycled polyester/PE Pellets filling
Little Sister Ballerina Mouse
$20.00
This mouse is dressed as a ballerina with a beautiful rose tutu shirt - ready for hours of dance.Measures 3 inches in height
Made of linen, cotton, and polyester
Bold & Brave: Ten Heroes Who Won Women the Right to Vote
$18.99
A hundred years ago, women won the right to vote. They fought hard for decades to make their voices heard and their choices count. And they prevailed.
United States Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is inspired by these heroes every day. Here she looks at ten of the fearless women who paved the way toward justice and equality. From well-known historical figures like Susan B. Anthony and Sojourner Truth to less familiar ones like Jovita Idar and Mary Church Terrell, these women were bold and brave - and can teach us to be bold and brave, too.
With stunning art by Maira Kalman, this inspiring picture book shows us all how to stand up, speak out, and fight for what we believe in.
Written by Kirsten Gillibrand, Art by Maira Kalman40 pages
Published by Random House Children's Books, 2018
Hardcover
9 x 11.3 inches
Dolly Parton
$15.99
Little Dolly grew up singing near the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. She was poor in money but rich in love and talent. After school, she moved to Nashville to pursue her singing-songwriting dreams. Dolly became a musical superstar, but she never forgot where she came from. She now uses her wealth to give back to people in need.
Written by Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Illustrated by Daria SolakFrom the Little People, Big Dreams Series
32 pages
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2019
Hardcover
8 x 9.8 inches
Rudolf Nureyev
$14.99
Rudolf fell in love with dance when he was a child. But he was only accepted into ballet school at a very late age. There, he had to make up for lost time and hone his skills to compete with the other dancers. As a professional, he dazzled audiences with sensational performances and star power. He became a master of perfection in the art of dance.
Written by Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Illustrated by Eleonora ArosioFrom the Little People, Big Dreams Series
32 pages
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2019
Hardcover
8 x 9.8 inches
Mary Shelley
$14.99
When Mary Shelley was a little girl, she used to write stories beneath the trees in her garden. As an adult, Mary was inspired by this same imagination to create a ghost story, which became the famous novel: Frankenstein. This gripping book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the novelist's life.
From the Little People, Big Dreams Series
32 pages
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2019
Hardcover
8 x 9.8 inches
Emma: Cozy Classics
$9.95
Cuddle up with a classic! In twelve needle-felted scenes and twelve child-friendly words, each book in this ingenious series captures the essence of a literary masterpiece. Simple words, sturdy pages, and a beloved story make these books the perfect vehicle for early learning with an erudite twist. Budding bookworms will delight in this clever retelling of the classics made just for them!
Jane Austen's Emma tells of a well-to-do young lady who loves to play the matchmaker, and the many surprises she encounters as she attempts to secure a happy ending for her friends—and for herself. It's a first words primer for your literary little one!
By Jack Wang and Holman Wang
24 pages
Published by Chronicle Books, 2016
Hardcover
5.25 x 0.25 x 8 inches
Romeo & Juliet: A BabyLit Counting Primer
$9.99
Get swept away by Little Master Shakespeare’s tale of two star-crossed lovers in Romeo & Juliet: A BabyLit Counting Primer. Count friends, kisses, love letters, and roses in this charming retelling of Shakespeare’s famous story of young love. Since parting from such a lovely little book will certainly bring feelings of sweet sorrow, you may find yourself re-reading 'till it be 'morrow!
By Jennifer Adams, illustrated by Alison Oliver
22 pages
Published by Gibbs Smith, 2011
Board book
6.88 x 0.59 x 6.88 inches
Ghostly Tales: Spine-Chilling Stories of the Victorian Age
$24.95
A vengeful phantom lurks in a country graveyard.
A whaling crew becomes trapped on a haunted ship.
A human skull is kept locked in a cupboard, but
sometimes at night, it screams. . . .
This collection of tales transports the reader to a time when staircases creaked in old manor houses, and a candle could be blown out by a gust of wind, or by a passing ghost. Penned by some of the greatest Victorian novelists and masters of the ghost story genre, each story is illustrated with exquisitely eerie artwork in this special gift edition featuring an embossed textured case and a ribbon marker.
Illustrated by Bill Bragg
176 pages
Publish Chronicle Books, 2017
Hardcover
7.75 x 0.95 x 9.35 inches
Fox and the Star
$23.00
From the award-winning designer of the iconic Penguin Hardcover Classics comes a beautifully illustrated fable about loss, friendship, and courage
The Fox and the Star is the story of a friendship between a lonely Fox and the Star who guides him through the frightfully dark forest. Illuminated by Star’s rays, Fox forages for food, runs with the rabbits, and dances in the rain—until Star suddenly goes out and life changes, leaving Fox huddling for warmth in the unfamiliar dark. To find his missing Star, Fox must embark on a wondrous journey beyond the world he knows—a journey lit by courage, newfound friends, and just maybe, a star-filled new sky.
Inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement and the art of William Blake, The Fox and the Star is a heartwarming, hopeful tale which comes alive through Bickford-Smith’s beloved illustrations, guiding readers both young and grown to “look up beyond your ears.”
By Coralie Bickford-Smith
64 pages
Published by Penguin Books, 2015
Hardcover 0.6 x 7.1 x 10 inches
Great Expectations: Cozy Classics
$9.95
Cuddle up with a classic! In twelve needle-felted scenes and twelve child-friendly words, each book in this ingenious series captures the essence of a literary masterpiece. Simple words, sturdy pages, and a beloved story make these books the perfect vehicle for early learning with an erudite twist. Budding bookworms will delight in this clever retelling of the classics made just for them!
Charles Dickens' Great Expectations introduces the orphan boy Pip, a very pretty young lady, and Pip's exciting adventures in the city. It's a first words primer for your literary little one!
By Jack Wang and Holman Wang
24 pages
Published by Chronicle Books, 2016
Hardcover
5.25 x 0.25 x 8 inches
In the Beginning: Illustrated Stories from the Old Testament
$40.00
Featuring a neon and metallic cover, this spectacular volume is a work of literary art. From Genesis to the Book of Daniel, it recounts 35 stories from the Old Testament in a modern and inviting way, combining spirited illustrations with spare, eloquent prose. Acclaimed illustrator Serge Bloch expertly captures the many scenes in these beloved tales, conveying extraordinary breadth of emotion and action in his seemingly simple drawings. Biblical expert Frédéric Boyer and poet and translator Cole Swensen contribute accessible and enlightening text, further illuminating the stories with notes on their history and symbolism. Full of contemporary resonance, here are universal stories of love, anger, betrayal, faith, and courage—revealed in a way that encourages readers of all ages and faiths to engage with them anew.
Written by Frédéric Boyer, Illustrated by Serge Bloch, Translated by Cole Swensen511 pages
Published by Chronicle Books, 2017
Paperback
8.50 x 11.70 x 1.60 inches
Elton John
$15.99
Discover the life of Elton John, the piano wizard who rocketed to stardom with his music.
As a child, Elton started playing his grandmother's piano in Harrow, London. He could pick tunes out by ear and was soon attending lessons at the Royal Academy. After answering an advertisement in a newspaper, Elton teamed up with a lyric-writing buddy: Bernie Taupin. The rest was history. Elton's songwriting talent, musical skill, and dazzling outfits have made him one of the all-time greats. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the musician's life.
From the Little People, Big Dreams Series
32 pages
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2020
Hardcover
8 x 9.8 inches
Benny's True Colors
$18.99
Discover the joy of being your true self in this uplifting and empowering picture book about Benny, who looks like a bat but knows that he really is a butterfly.
Benny may look like a bat, but Benny doesn’t like flying at night, or eating bugs, or hanging upside down. Benny does like sunshine and fluttering and colorful wings. On the inside, Benny knows he is a butterfly!
“I want my outside to match who I am inside!” With the help of some butterfly friends in the garden, Benny makes a happy change. And his friends and his Momma all love him just the same.
Writer Norene Paulson and illustrator Anne Passchier's Benny’s True Colors is a transformative story about knowing your true self, and the joy of letting the world know you, too.
By Norene Paulson with illustrations by Anne Passchier
40 pages
Recommended for ages 3 - 6
Published by Imprint, 2020
Hardcover
10.33 x 0.45 x 10.33 inches
Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story
$18.99
Told in lively and powerful verse by debut author Kevin Noble Maillard, Fry Bread is an evocative depiction of a modern Native American family, vibrantly illustrated by Pura Belpre Award winner and Caldecott Honoree Juana Martinez-Neal.
Fry bread is food.
It is warm and delicious, piled high on a plate.
Fry bread is time.
It brings families together for meals and new memories.
Fry bread is nation.
It is shared by many, from coast to coast and beyond.
Fry bread is us.
It is a celebration of old and new, traditional and modern, similarity and difference.
By Kevin Noble Maillard, illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal
48 pages
Published by Roaring Brook Press, 2019
Hardcover
10.15 x 0.7 x 10.35 inches
Where Are You From?
$18.99
This resonant and award-winning picture book tells the story of one girl who constantly gets asked a simple question that doesn’t have a simple answer. A great conversation starter in the home or classroom—a book to share, in the spirit of I Am Enough by Grace Byers and Keturah A. Bobo.
When a girl is asked where she’s from—where she’s really from—none of her answers seems to be the right one.
Unsure about how to reply, she turns to her loving abuelo for help. He doesn’t give her the response she expects. She gets an even better one.
Where am I from?
You’re from hurricanes and dark storms, and a tiny singing frog that calls the island people home when the sun goes to sleep....
With themes of self-acceptance, identity, and home, this powerful, lyrical picture book will resonate with readers young and old, from all backgrounds and of all colors—especially anyone who ever felt that they don’t belong.
Written by Yamile Saied Méndez, Illustrated by Jaime Kim40 pages
Published by HarperCollins Publishers, 2019
Hardcover
8.6 x 10.2 inches
The Day You Begin
$18.99
Jacqueline Woodson and Rafael López's highly anticipated companion to their #1 New York Times bestseller The Day You Begin illuminates the power in each of us to face challenges with confidence
On a dreary, stuck-inside kind of day, a brother and sister heed their grandmother’s advice: “Use those beautiful and brilliant minds of yours. Lift your arms, close your eyes, take a deep breath, and believe in a thing. Somebody somewhere at some point was just as bored you are now.” And before they know it, their imaginations lift them up and out of their boredom. Then, on a day full of quarrels, it’s time for a trip outside their minds again, and they are able to leave their anger behind. This precious skill, their grandmother tells them, harkens back to the days long before they were born, when their ancestors showed the world the strength and resilience of their beautiful and brilliant minds. Jacqueline Woodson’s lyrical text and Rafael Lopez’s dazzling art celebrate the extraordinary ability to lift ourselves up and imagine a better world.
Written by Jacqueline Woodson and illustrated by Rafael Lopez
32 pages
Published by Nancy Paulsen Book, 2022
Hardcover
9.44 x 0.39 x 10.81 inches
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