Children
WHY DO ELEPHANTS HAVE BIG EARS?: QUESTIONS -- AND SURPRISING ANSWERS -- ABOUT ANIMALS
Written by Page, Robin
Fascinating "Why" questions about animals, and plenty of new ones, take center stage in the latest book by Caldecott Honor-winning duo Steve Jenkins and Robin Page. Do you know why a camel has a hump? A Zebra has stripes?
IF I WAS A HORSE
Written by Blackall, Sophie
In her funniest book yet, two-time Caldecott Medalist Sophie Blackall captures the astonishing spectacle of a child imagining life as a horse. And with a book jacket adorned with glitter, this romp really sparkles! If you were a horse, what would you do? Could you fit in your clothes? Would you give your little sister a ride? Would your brother even notice?
EVERY DREAMING CREATURE
Written by Wenzel, Brendan
Perfect for bedtime or at any time, here is a visually stunning exploration of animal senses through dreams, from Caldecott Honoree and New York Times bestselling creator Brendan Wenzel. Welcome to a magical world of endless curiosity. You are a sleeping salamander. A dancing octopus. A speeding falcon...even a sneaking tiger and playful human child.
1001 BIRDS
Written by Rzezak, Joanna
We're on an adventure with 1,001 birds! Join our many feathered friends as they flock to ponds, use trees as their homes, make their nests, and migrate to faraway places. 1001 Birds is an engaging nonfiction account full of fascinating facts about birds. With lively and appealing illustrations, it's a must-have for children who are curious about birds and the ways they live.
IF I HAD A CROCODILE
Written by Dawnay, Gabby
There's more to a crocodile than its scaly skin and scary teeth--they stay cool under pressure (in part because they can't sweat) and on a rainy day they love nothing more than a fast game of Snap!
BIG BOOK OF NATURE ART
Written by Zommer, Yuval
From best-selling author Yuval Zommer, The Big Book of Nature Art is packed with easy art activities inspired by nature. Drawing on Zommer's years of experience running art workshops for children, The Big Book of Nature Art includes his tips for stress-free ways to get creative with kids and fun facts about the natural world.
GLOW: THE WILD WONDERS OF BIOLUMINESCENCE
Written by Smith, Jennifer N R
The natural world is an infinite source of wonder, and the phenomenonof bioluminescence is no exception. Glow explores the remarkable way creatures light up of their own accord, and what we can learn from their incredible glow-in-the-dark abilities. Written and illustrated by Jennifer N. R.
MONA LISA AND THE OTHERS
Written by Harman, Alice
Millions of people visit the Louvre Museum in Paris every year to gaze and gawk at its all-star art collection. But there's one star who gets a lot more attention than anyone else--and her very own waiting system, if you can believe it!
FLOWER GIRL
Written by Bloom, Amy
Nicki's favorite aunt is getting married, and Nicki is excited to be the Flower Girl: she is all in for love and pretty petals. But when the family goes shopping to find outfits for the wedding, Nicki doesn't feel like herself in any of the dresses her mom and aunt pick out for her, and all her happiness and excitement for the wedding evaporates.