Imagination & Play - Kids Fiction

"Root and Walker introduce readers to a whole springtime full of babies taking that first thrilling step toward independence." --The Horn Book Come join these baby animals as they fly, swim, wiggle, and slide, all with the help of their mamas. But what these...

Play along with this well-loved rhyme and an adorable lamb puppet! This classic rhyme about an adventurous lamb and its best friend, Mary, features a fun finger puppet toy built into the book, encouraging interactive play, hand-eye coordination, and language development in your little...

This next installment of the wildly popular Bugs series captures what everyone loves about chilly weather From snowflakes and ski lifts to hot chocolate and snow angels, this new title is a perfect way to stay warm during the cold days of winter Paper-over-board...

Imagine and Draw books are not your normal children's books. They combine stories with art, your child's art! These books allow each child's creativity and imagination to come alive.Every child can marker, pencil, or crayon their way through each page while only using their...

A dazzling wordless picture book celebrates creative problem-solving, teamwork, and the sun-splashed wonder of a day at the beach. The creators of the acclaimed Over the Shop evoke a perfect summer beach day--and themes of creativity, cooperation, flexibility, and persistence--all without a word in...

LOOK OUT! An adorable ALIEN has crash-landed in YOUR book. Get ready for another lively, interactive read-aloud in the Who's In Your Book series! Readers will enjoy jiggling, bouncing, and turning their book around as they try to launch Alien back up into space--because...

The letter "O" wants a new spot in the alphabet. A story told by "O" helps little ones identify and remember the order of letters in the alphabet. The letter "O" has had it with always being in the middle So she imagines moving,...

A young boy wants to write a story, just like his big sister. But there's a problem, he tells her. Though he knows his letters, he doesn't know many words. "Every story starts with a single word and every word starts with a single...

A delightful story of steadfast love between a pirate boy and his brave mom. After reading his favorite book about a pirate boy, Danny wonders what would happen if he sailed away on a pirate ship. Luckily, his mother reassures him that she would...

The clouds drift across the bright blue sky--all except one. Little Cloud trails behind. He is busy changing shapes to become a fluffy sheep, a zooming airplane, and even a clown with a funny hat. Eric Carle's trademark collages will make every reader want...

Celebrate the holiday with this charming book from Tomie dePaola, bestselling author of Strega Nona. This board book edition is the perfect size for little hands. Tomie dePaola's warm illustrations capture the fun moments of Halloween that become wonderful memories for the family. This...

Bedtime Classics: charmingly illustrated board book editions of perennial favorites, simplified for the youngest readers Bedtime Classics introduce classic works of fiction to little literary scholars through character driven narratives and colorful illustration. Designed to be the perfect one minute bedtime story (or five...

In When Daddy Shows Me the Sky, a father and daughter spend their evenings practicing yoga together under the night sky. Through spring, summer, fall, and winter, they learn the names of the constellations and model their yoga poses after the stars' unique shapes.Brought...

Bumble and Bee love to have FUN. But their best friend Froggy just wants some peace and quiet!"Buzz-worthy." --Kirkus ReviewsPick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read...

I Dream, You Dream, Let Us Dream! was written to inspire children of all ages to never give up on their dreams. When accompanied with hard work, dedication, consistency and faith, your dream can turn into your reality. Do not allow others to tell...

Guess how I'm feeling? A peekaboo book and a primer on empathy, PEEK-A-MOOD invites children to open the flaps and explore our many emotions. Sometimes you may feel happy. Sometimes you may feel sad -- or angry, or scared, or silly. Whatever your mood,...

This is a colorful collection for all little Pout-Pout fans. With tabbed edges and fun flaps to lift on each page, kids will be thrilled to discover the world of the Pout-Pout fish. Debbie Diesen and Dan Hanna's bestselling Pout-Pout Fish comes flippering and...

Fans of the award-winning and visually stunning video game can see Cuphead, Mugman, and friends like never before in this original, illustrated middle-grade novel. Join them on their adventure as they make merry mischief in the vibrant and topsy-turvy world of the Inkwell Isles...

This Makes Me Happy follows a young girl on a field trip to the fair, complete with a roller coaster, pie-eating contest, and petting zoo! But when her pesky nut allergy keeps her from having a treat with her class, the girl learns that...

Bursting with color and charm, this finger puppet book lets babies and inquisitive toddlers touch, feel, and explore their growing world. Newborns will love snuggling up with Baby Goat Baby Goat plays, climbs, meets new friends, and drifts off to bedtime with her loving...

A boy and his teddy have enjoyed a wild day of play, but now the mess has gotten a bit out of hand. Together they must work to undo the Great Toy Disaster by making it a game. They race to straighten the room...

The Very Hungry Caterpillar has eaten its way into the hearts of millions. In this interactive, lift-the-flap take on the classic story, children can search for everyone's favorite caterpillar. Where Is The Very Hungry Caterpillar? With a lift-flap on every spread, this sturdy casebound...

Author: J. I. WagnerISBN-10: 3963267704ISBN-13: 9783963267703Publisher: FreshabooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/22/2018Pages: 160Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.95lbsSize: 9.10h x 6.10w x 0.50dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 4.6Point Value: 3Interest Level: Middle GradeQuiz #/Name: 512280 / Legend of the Star Runner

A PARENTS magazine Best Book of 2019 * An Association of Booksellers for Children Best Book A triangular board book may seem unusual, but Peek-A-Who?, with its cleverly shaped lift-the-flaps, garnered fans from across the children's book world. This follow-up to the acclaimed original...

The first day of kindergarten is finally here, and Henry can't wait to paint pictures, sing songs, and practice counting. When he gets to school, though, he's not so sure he's ready for kindergarten. But before long Henry discovers that the only thing he's...

A family spends a day at the seaside, enjoying the smells and sensations that are unique to the coast. Evocative rhyming text immerses the reader in the experience of visiting a beach. Part of CLPE's 'Corebooks' Selection.Author: Caroline CrossISBN-10: 1786283492ISBN-13: 9781786283498Publisher: Child's Play InternationalLanguage:...

Dive into this playful poem about the draw of the shore and the effect the ocean has on all five senses. Relive a day at the beach with this lovely book of memories. You can almost feel the salt spray on your face and...

Hugo Sprouts is a fantastic tale about a boy frustrated with being small. Luckily, Hugo P. Sprouts is a mad scientist and determined to find a solution...In his lab, Hugo develops a potion and finally becomes the biggest kid in town--but also the biggest...

Daisy Hirst's charming ode to a toddler's love of trains, featuring her sweet signature artwork Whether sending toy animals on a journey around a model track or driving a cardboard-box locomotive, this little puppy really likes trains. All aboard But best of all is...

When a young boy's beloved plum tree falls in a storm, he feels like he's lost both a friend and a connection to his old home. A young boy, recently arrived from Korea, finds a glorious plum tree in his new backyard. It reminds...

The little blue cottage waits each year for summer to arrive--and with it, the girl. Through sunny days and stormy weather, the cottage and the girl keep each other company and wile away the long days and nights together. Until one year, and then...

Gender-creative Riley knows just what to wear for every occasion during a busy week with family and friends in this sweet and timely picture book from Elana K. Arnold and Linda Davick. Riley wears whatever clothes feel right each day. On Monday, Riley feels...

Big Cat likes to nap--but his family has other ideas in this Guided Reading Level A story, simple enough for young readers to understand on their own, now available in a smaller 6x9 size A pair of rowdy siblings wake their furry friend up...

From bestselling Latina author Pat Mora comes a collection of poems celebrating a young child's growth and everyday experiences throughout the seasons of a year.Would you like to... write with a magic wand?sled down a snowy slope in winter?plant flowers in a garden in...

Snort, snort Join Peppa Pig and her friends and family for Look and Find fun. Search 7 bright, busy scenes for hidden characters and objects. Toddlers can search, point, match, and compare all on their own - no reading required Then, turn to the...

Izzie just loves when her mama blows her kisses to catch. Smooch kisses, zig-zag kisses, and even triple decker kisses But even though she runs and leaps for it, Izzie misses a kiss Her heart sinks as she watches it zip higher and higher...

Gold Medal Winner of the 2020 Key Colors Illustrators Competition! "Nothing stops the protagonist from doing what they want to do, and they master every situation in this exhilarating outing." - Publishers Weekly When two ordinary objects land on a city sidewalk, a little...

Six favorites from Eric Carle are available in this Ready-to-Read boxed set! This convenient Ready-to-Read carry-along boxed set of six beloved Eric Carle classics includes paperback editions of Have You Seen My Cat?; The Greedy Python; Pancakes, Pancakes!; Rooster is Off to See the...

Bumble and Bee are ready to PLAY! Will Froggy join their fun and games? Pick a book. Grow a Reader!"This rollicking collection... will have children giggling and enjoying reading success. " -- Kirkus ReviewThis series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed...

Welcome the much-anticipated finale of Caldecott Honoree Aaron Becker's wordless trilogy--a spectacular, emotionally satisfying story that brings its adventurer home. Failing to get the attention of her busy father, a lonely girl turns back to a fantastic world for friendship and adventure. It's her...

Join Mercer Mayer's classic and beloved character, Little Critter(R), on a snowy day full of fun in this My First I Can Read book When Little Critter, Little Sister, and Dog go out play in the snow, they decide to build a big snowman....

An imaginative picture book about the joys of pillows and play--from the acclaimed author-illustrator of The Digger and the Flower and Beyond the Pond. Pillows are not just for sleeping. They are for dreaming . . . of forts, ships, and alien worlds among...

A celebration of the power of imagination from the Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Award-winning creator of Not a BoxExperience the thrill of the moment when pretend feels so real that it actually becomes real Following the critically acclaimed Not a Box, this book proves...

A small boy imagines what it would be like to have his own rainbow to play with.Author: Don FreemanISBN-10: 0140503285ISBN-13: 9780140503289Publisher: Puffin BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/14/1978Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.10lbsSize: 6.80h x 8.60w x 0.20dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 2.6Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz #/Name: 43240 /...

Learn how to become one with your blanket in this quirky and hilarious picture book from Loryn Brantz, bestselling author of Feminist Baby. Behold, the powers of your blanket are REAL.From the best-selling author of Feminist Baby, Feminist Baby Finds Her Voice, and Feminist...

When the boats in the harbor are feeling unwell, all they need is Hope to get back in ship shape. From Geisel Honor Book author and artist Stephen Savage comes a new vehicle book for the very young, sure to provide comfort and reassurance,...

Gentle themes of resiliency, mindfulness, and self-care are brought home in this sweet and soulful picture book with charmingly graphic illustrations and a poetic text. I love listening to music, especially samba!It feels like my heart follows the beat. Meet a young girl who...

A bear's curious discovery leads to crafty inventions in this story-time romp filled with whimsical wordplay and themes of friendship, imagination, and STEAM. Under the light of a silvery moon, an inquisitive bear ventures into People Town, where he makes quite the curious discovery....

Sing along with four nursery rhyme favorites: "The Wheels on the Bus," "The Itsy Bitsy Spider," "Old MacDonald Had a Farm," and "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star"! Little ones will love pressing the four sound buttons and hearing their favorite instrumental nursery rhymes in this...

Black Panther: My Mighty Marvel First Book is an introduction to Wakanda's King and Super Hero for the youngest superfans--featuring art by legendary artist John Buscema! Pounce into action with the Black Panther, an Avenger and king of the mighty nation of Wakanda! Learn...