Recipient of two Purple Dragonfly AwardsJoin Sally Strawberry and Billy Blueberry on an extraordinary and interactive adventure through the garden! Best friends Sally and Billy are ready for a fun day in Fruit Garden! After sliding down Mango Mountain and flying over Cherry Cliff, they accidentally land in the mysterious Vegetable Garden. In their search to return home, a helpful squash tells the friends that ten clues will lead them to the secret gate. The pair must quickly find and solve them all before the gate locks at sunset. Will Sally and Billy conquer their quest to return home, or will they be left to ripen with the veggies? Children will love to solve the clues about vegetables and see which part of the garden they get to explore next! This unique tale, filled with delightful rhymes and vivid watercolor illustrations, is one kids will want to read over and over again! Read more

The third novel in the critically acclaimed Birchbark House series by New York Times bestselling author Louise Erdrich.Omakayas was a dreamer who did not yet know her limits.When Omakayas is twelve winters old, she and her family set off on a harrowing journey in search of a new home. Pushed to the brink of survival, Omakayas continues to learn from the land and the spirits around her, and she discovers that no matter where she is, or how she is living, she has the one thing she needs to carry her through.The Birchbark House Series is the story of one Ojibwe family’s journey through one hundred years in America. In a starred review, Kirkus Reviews wrote that The Porcupine Year is “charming, suspenseful, and funny, and always bursting with life.” Read more

The wilderness is a place of beauty and peace. But it is also filled with fierce predators, poisonous plants, and raging rivers. Will you: Try to survive the harsh mountains of Alaska after being abandoned during an outdoor training trip? Struggle to make your way out of the deep forests after becoming lost in Australia's Blue Mountains? Attempt to find help for your injured brother in Washington's Cascade Mountains? Read more

Meet a little seed with a big dream...In the middle of winter, a little seed sleeps snuggly deep within the earth. The hopeful seed dreams about what it would be like to fly, soaring above the earth with the freedom of a bird.Spring arrives and the seed starts to grow.Will she be able to keep her dream alive as she grows and changes?Help your child discover that every dream starts as a tiny seed This story explores the fascinating journey of a flowering plant, from seedling to seed dispersal, told through the adventures of an optimistic seed. It also promotes self-confidence and the realization that anything is possible, especially with a positive mindset.Reviews for The Little Seed: “The Little Seed incorporates poetry with plant science in such a beautiful manner – very motivating, and will help open the eyes of eager young scientists. Weaves enchantment with science and will help open the door to lasting interest in the natural world. Think of the possibilities for it becoming the ‘bones for poems, science lessons, and illustrations.’”Cindy Adams, Executive Director, Scientists in School; M.Sc., Plant EcologyAdele Lamothe has introduced us to our new favorite friend. Thanks to her spirited raindrops named Splish and Splash, they watered the ground allowing The Little Seed to bloom. Through sweet and simple rhyme, The Little Seed follows the journey of an aspirational seed with dreams as high as the sky. Readers will discover the seed life cycle and the power of self-belief in achieving dreams.Ellwyn Autumn, Children & YA Author; M.Ed.This book is perfect if you are looking for:An educational story that introduces the plant life cycle in a creative wayA book that inspires children to believe in their dreamsA gift idea for children who love natureHomeschooling material for children up to Grade 3STEM books for schools and libraries Read more

Featured on CBS Mornings and The Kelly Clarkson Show!Zandi is a girl on a mission: to bring a message of conservation to the world.Zandi was always thinking and dreaming about the ocean. Then, one special day, the ocean calls for her. Zandi tentatively approaches the water—and that’s when her adventure begins! She soon finds herself transformed into a mermaid and on an unforgettable underwater journey, where she hears the song of the ocean.But there is something threatening this magical world. Is the key to protecting it buried in stories from the past? Join Zandi in her mission to protect our beloved oceans, in this inspiring story written by South Africa’s first Black female free diving instructor.Revised edition: This edition of Zandi's Song includes editorial revisions. Read more

From 3x award-winning Author & Illustrator Erica L. ClymerJoin Sally Strawberry and Billy Blueberry on an interactive adventure as they compete against their fellow fruit friends in The Great Garden Race!Sally and Billy are ready for race day in Fruit Garden! They are joined by four other sweet teams at the starting line. The teams must solve ten hidden clues throughout the garden that lead to the finish. Can Sally and Billy pass Carrie Cherry and Cory Cranberry in Honeydew Harbor? Will they solve clues quicker than Molly Mango and Polly Papaya? Can Sally and Billy paddle rough waves in Grapefruit Gulf to keep up with Louie Lime and Lenny Lemon? And what will they do when Bonnie Blackberry and Ronnie Raspberry present them with a tough decision that could cost them the race?Children will love to solve the clues about fruit and see who takes the trophy for “Sweetest Fruit in the Garden” in this engaging tale. The unique story, filled with playful rhymes and lively watercolor illustrations, will be one kids reach for again and again! Read more

A wildly entertaining adventure involving snakes, grizzlies, a menacing drone, a missing father, and the kid determined to find him. In classic Hiaasen fashion, the animals here are wild, and the people are wilder! Some facts about Billy Dickens:   *  He once saw a biker swerve across the road in order to run over a snake.   *  Later, that motorcycle somehow ended up at the bottom of a canal.   *  Billy isn't the type to let things go. Some facts about Billy's family:   *  They've lived in six different Florida towns because Billy's mom insists on getting a house near a bald eagle nest.   *  Billy's dad left when he was four and is a total mystery.   *  Billy has just found his dad's address--in Montana. This summer, Billy will fly across the country, hike a mountain, float a river, dodge a grizzly bear, shoot down a spy drone, save a neighbor's cat, save an endangered panther, and then try to save his own father. "A fun romp that will keep readers hooked." —The New York Times Read more

Take kids ages 3 to 5 on an exciting and educational weather adventureWelcome to the wonderful world of weather! From the warm, balmy days of the summer climate to the cold, crisp nights of winter, this colorful choice in weather books for kids 3-5 teaches them all about the four seasons, as well as how clouds form, why it rains, what causes a rainbow and storms, and so much more. Read along and wow your child with the story of the meteorological magic that's happening around them every day.Go beyond other weather books for kids with:A whirlwind of weather for kids—Help toddlers and preschoolers understand weather terms and how weather works through simple language.Sunny illustrations—Colorful and adorable images help kids better understand and engage with what they're learning.A shower of fun facts—Keep readers interested with neat info, like the fact that wind can be used to create electricity!If you're looking for weather books for kids, All About Weather provides your tot with an extraordinary weather adventure! Read more

This Newbery Honor winner and #1 New York Times bestseller is a beloved modern classic. Hoot features a new kid and his new bully, alligators, some burrowing owls, a renegade eco-avenger, and several extremely poisonous snakes.Everybody loves Mother Paula's pancakes. Everybody, that is, except the colony of cute but endangered owls that live on the building site of the new restaurant. Can the awkward new kid and his feral friend prank the pancake people out of town? Or is the owls' fate cemented in pancake batter?Welcome to Carl Hiaasen's Florida—where the creatures are wild and the people are wilder! Read more

How Do We Live Together: Snakes, opens young eyes to the bustling world around them and gently encourages early learning. Boys and girls will see how snakes care for their young, and find out where they live, what they eat and how they behave. Readers are encouraged to think critically about how we share our backyards with these wonderful creatures. Read more

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From anemones to zooplankton—500 awesome ocean facts for kids ages 8 to 12Do you know a kid who's captivated by what goes on beneath the ocean's surface? This sea animal book for kids is packed with hundreds of incredible facts for hours of underwater exploration. Pages of full-color pictures feature life in and around the sea including fish, dolphins, and shipwrecks!Dive deeper than other ocean books for kids with ocean trivia such as:Sea cucumbers can eject some of their organs to defend themselves and then regrow them within a few weeks.The Challenger Deep is the deepest place on Earth, almost 7 miles below the surface of the Pacific Ocean.Blue whales are the largest animals that have ever lived—their tongue weighs as much as an entire elephant!Kids will light up as they discover fascinating fishes and deep-sea giants with the best in ocean books for kids. Read more

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Swim at your own risk! This 'Yikes!'-inducing book uncovers tons of interesting-but-gross facts about aquatic life, from plankton and bacteria to blood-sucking lampreys. Read more

Follow along with your favorite Angry Birds characters as they go on an incredible adventure through the rain forest. Kids will be hooked on a wacky mission to learn all about the rain forest so they can protect it from those bad piggies. Readers analyze and explore the most diverse ecosystem in the world as they build basic skills. Packed with learning exercises and fun activities, Angry Birds Playground: Rain Forest will transform kids into adventurers and leave them wanting more. It's a fun-tastic way to learn about a habitat in danger and the tens of thousands of creatures that call it home! Read more

A hilarious, high-stakes adventure involving crooked casino boats, floating fish, toxic beaches, and one kid determined to get justice. This is Carl Hiaasen's Florida—where the creatures are wild and the people are wilder! You know it's going to be a rough summer when you spend Father's Day visiting your dad in the local lockup.Noah's dad is sure that the owner of the Coral Queen casino boat is flushing raw sewage into the harbor–which has made taking a dip at the local beach like swimming in a toilet. He can't prove it though, and so he decides that sinking the boat will make an effective statement. Right. The boat is pumped out and back in business within days and Noah's dad is stuck in the clink.Now Noah is determined to succeed where his dad failed. He will prove that the Coral Queen is dumping illegally . . . somehow. His allies may not add up to much–his sister Abbey, an unreformed childhood biter; Lice Peeking, a greedy sot with poor hygiene; Shelly, a bartender and a woman scorned; and a mysterious pirate–but Noah's got a plan to flush this crook out into the open. A plan that should sink the crooked little casino, once and for all. Read more

When Lawrence Anthony was asked to accept a rogue herd of elephants in his reserve in South Africa, it was the last chance for these elephants. If Anthony didn’t take them, they would be shot. But he had no experience with elephants at all. What was he to do?Take them on, of course!What follows is an exciting and heartwarming series of adventures, in which Anthony learns about elephants and becomes part of their family. Full of both triumph and tragedy, The Elephant Whisperer, is a fascinating and unforgettable account of living with the majestic elephant. Read more

Little Cloud and the Magic of RainAn Enchanting STEM Picture Book About Weather, Friendship, and Nature's Wonders. Perfect for Curious Kids Ages 3-7!This picture book is thoughtfully crafted to introduce preschoolers to real scientific concepts like the water cycle, cloud formation, and weather patterns. Through gentle storytelling and engaging illustrations, it builds a foundation in science, geography, and ecology—making it a perfect first STEM learning experience.Drift into the sky on a magical weather journey with a tiny Little Cloud dreaming of making rain. But how can one small cloud create such a big change? Through courage, curiosity, and the help of the sun, wind, and atmosphere, this gentle hero embarks on a delightful action-filled journey full of learning, exploration, and emotional growth.This enchanting illustrated picture book is perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and early readers aged 3-5, 4-6, and 5-7. It gently introduces children to weather, climate, ecology, and the water cycle, including how rain works, cloud formation, and the rain cycle—all wrapped in a tale of kindness, friendship, and the wonders of our natural world.What makes this book special:Supports emotional learning, self-belief, and child development through a positive messageBlends science, geography, and meteorology into engaging storytellingEncourages question-asking, nature discovery, and early science skillsInspires kids to follow their curiosity and discover what they loveIdeal for storytime, read aloud, classrooms, and preschool science activitiesCelebrates themes of earth love, environmental care, and the magic of the skyThrough beautiful illustrations and kind storytelling, The Little Cloud and the Magic of Rain fosters a lifelong love for exploring nature, understanding the environment, and appreciating our amazing planet.Perfect for:Early learning & preschool educationCurious kids who love weather for kids, climate for kids, and storybook scienceParents and teachers looking to nurture values like kindness, wonder, and learningExplore the sky. Discover the rain. Grow with the Little Cloud.Let’s inspire young minds one cloud, raindrop, and question at a time. Read more

The sequel to New York Times bestselling author Mary Alice Monroe’s The Islanders, an “exciting, tender, and absolutely wonderful” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) story of friendship, loss, and the healing power of nature.Jake Potter is back on Dewees Island for another summer with his beloved grandmother, Honey. This time, Jake is excited that his dad will be there as he continues to recover from his injuries sustained in Afghanistan. But Jake also knows they both need get used to a new normal, which isn’t easy. Jake also discovers that his two best friends, Macon and Lovie, are struggling as well. Macon is adjusting to being a big brother, while Lovie is navigating a new relationship with her dad, who has long been absent in her life. To cheer everyone up, Jake decides that the trio needs a new mission, just like they had the previous summer in saving the turtles. He discovers that his dad loved spending time in an old tree fort on the island, and there is a special treasure box hidden somewhere nearby. Jake just knows if he can find it, maybe his dad will be happy again—and he knows Macon and Lovie are the perfect fellow treasure hunters! Their search leads them to discover there might be actual buried treasure somewhere on Dewees, all while they battle some unwelcome guests on the island, of both the two- and four-legged kind! On the three friends’ biggest quest yet, they realize that the treasures they really want in life were with them all along. Read more

This heartwarming Little Golden Book about family and tradition makes the perfect gift!Originally published in 1951, this vintage Little Golden Book tells the touching story of Great-Grandpa Bunny Bunny, who teaches each new generation of bunnies how to prepare for the coming spring. Featuring classic Disney illustrations and sweet, simple text, this title will delight new and old Disney fans alike! Read more