Imagination & Play - Kids Fiction

In this sweet and funny story, Sumo Joe and his friends enjoy pretending to be sumo wrestlers. But when his little sister wants to join their boy-only game, what should Sumo Joe do?On Saturday mornings, Sumo Joe is a gentle big brother to his...

Kids will love this fun fall follow-up to Flutterby Butterfly and Hoppity Frog, with interactive slide-out panels on each page! It's nighttime, and Little Owl wants to say goodnight to all her friends before she goes to sleep. She sees something fluffy peeking out...

Author/illustratorEinat Tsarfati's picture book The Neighbors is the story of a young girl envisioning a more exciting life that "celebrates both imaginative power and the way great imaginations sometimes miss what's closest to them" (Publishers Weekly, Starred Review). As a young girl climbs the...

Perfect for Father's Day or any day, this board book from the New York Times bestselling Ladybug Girl series celebrates Lulu's bond with her dad and pairs perfectly with Ladybug Girl and her Mama Join Lulu and her papa as they spend a perfect...

A message in code starts a little boy off on an exciting treasure hunt through a dark cave, an underground tunnel, and more--until at the end he finds a happy surprise.This classic picture book from the beloved Eric Carle can be shared as an...

Strike a pose. Blow a kiss. Mouth the words. A fun, sing-along book with a drag twist that encourage kids to embrace all the playfulness of drag culture written by a founding member of Drag Story Hour. If you're a drag queen and you...

Written by an award-winning aquanaut and with art by a #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator, this inspiring picture book encourages readers to explore their world, build their self-esteem and imagine what they can do and become when they grow up. When I was...

Ease the wind-down to sleep with this graceful, playful rhyme that will have children gliding into bed Two satin slippers with bunny-ear toes and stripy pajamas are dreamy dance clothes . . .When the sun sets, the ballet can begin From the first notes...

In this inventive board book with striking images, Christopher Silas Neal combines animals and noises to form unique, inventive sounds. Children will have endless fun guessing what brand-new, made-up noises will appear next If a dog says bark, and a pig goes oink, a...

Join Spot and his mom as they go to the stadium to watch the games in this charming lift-the-flap board book. Join Spot and his mom at the stadium A trip to the sports stadium is an exciting first experience for little ones, and...

This delightfully illustrated picture book tells the story of inventor extraordinaire Eva--and the God who created her to be a lot like Him. Little Eva is a budding engineer who loves to invent machines, toys, and robots that bring her joy. But where does...

Every Sunday night a young girl and her grandmother go on an imaginary shopping trip in this delightful picture book.Now in paperback!Sunday nights are special for Evie and Grandma. That's when they go on their weekly shopping spree. Grandma flips open the newspaper to...

A joyful picture book that celebrates every kid's favorite day of the year, full of adorable art from the illustrator of Goodnight Goodnight Construction Site and I Wish You More. The most important rule is #1: It must be your birthday. After that's been...

An imaginative story about childhood play and one welcoming family to a furry creature who wanders in!Winner of a Certificate of Excellence, Cat Writers' Association (F.5 Book: For Children & Young Adults -- Illustration-Focused)"This sweet book by Jane Smith is all about the joys...

Tallulah heads out into a winter wonderland to go ice skating and finds out that having fun is sometimes more important than being the best, in this new, snowy addition to the popular Tallulah series.Tallulah is an accomplished ballerina, but she also loves to...

The talented creators of I Will Chomp You brilliantly frame the struggle to buck stereotypes and learn empathy in this monster's hilarious lament. Floyd Peterson is so much more than shaggy purple fur and pointy monster teeth-- why can't people just see him for...

The second book in the New York Times bestselling series that began with If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, Don't is another uproarious cautionary tale about things that DON'T belong together If your mom says to get ready to play...

In Hey, Bruce!, Bruce the bear experiences . . . well, whatever readers want him to. Rupert, Thistle, and Nibbs, the fun-loving mice in Bruce's begrudgingly expansive family, guide readers on a quest for a fun reading experience, with Bruce the ever-reluctant star. As...

A beautiful gift book that reveals the meaning of birth flowers for babies born each month of the year. Every child is a different kind of flower, and all together, make this world a beautiful garden. Welcome to this celebration of nature and babies...

This beloved, beautiful story about friendship and the power of imagination is now available as a gorgeously illustrated children's picture book.Today I Found a Unicorn has delighted both children and parents with it's simple yet elegant tale of a young girl whose day is...

Uncover the mystery of the missing valentine in this sweet Valentine's Day board book. In this sturdy novelty board book, the teacher's valentine goes missing in a very sweet Valentine's Day mystery. Where did it go? From crafting valentines in the classroom to sharing...

Simple and evocative language and charming illustrations describe a girl's experience on a rainy day. On a rainy day, a young girl makes a paper boat, splashes in puddles, makes mud pies, and has other springtime fun! Elizabeth Spurr and Manelle Oliphant together create...

This shaped board book inches its way into little hands and hearts--and brings The Very Hungry Caterpillar to life! The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a beloved classic, and has sold 41 million copies worldwide in 62 languages. This stunning caterpillar-shaped book is the perfect...

Drawing. Reading.Building.Painting. These are things Nelly loves to do...but they're always better with Daddy Gnu With fun-to-read rhyme, a little silliness, and a lot of warmth, Anna Dewdney--the creator of the beloved llama llama books--tells the story of a daughter and her daddy and...

Life is full of adventure!No one understands that more than Larry the Hot Dog.Though Larry looks like a regular hot dog, he is no ordinary hot dog at all.Larry is a magical hot dog. With a flip of the sign on the front door...

What do you want to be when you grow up? In this interactive, sturdy, and photo-friendly shaped board book, readers can try on their dream job! An astronaut, a software developer, an art teacher, a marine biologist, a firefighter, a veterinarian, or a musician....

It's time to celebrate family, community, generosity, and giving Two-time Caldecott Medalist Chris Raschka's stunning picture book is the perfect pick to share whenever family and friends gather together to celebrate and give thanks, no matter the occasion. Spend the day around the heart...

A new generation of children love Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, inspired by the classic series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Join Daniel Tiger and his friends on their adventures around the neighborhood with this padded board book that includes three tigertastic stories It's a beautiful day in...

"Innovative and thoroughly enjoyable."- Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW"A wildly entertaining spin on color theory."-Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW Best-selling picture book creator Christopher Silas Neal is diving into the world of original board books with Animal Colors, a book that humorously mashes up two animals...

Two-time Caldecott Medalist and New York Times-bestselling picture book creator Chris Raschka pays tribute to one of the most quintessential events of childhood--getting new shoes--in this boldly illustrated and inspiring book for the youngest reader. When a young child discovers a hole in a...

In the inspirational sequel to Andrew Larsen's A Squiggly Story, a boy meets a blank page in this fun exploration of the writing process, celebrating self-expression, self-discovery and letting your imagination roam. The young boy listens as Mr. Lopez tells his class about next...

"Published in Great Britain in 2019 by Andersen Press Ltd."--Back cover.Author: Sally NichollsISBN-10: 0735271720ISBN-13: 9780735271722Publisher: Tundra Books (NY)Language: EnglishPublished: 03/22/2022Pages: 24Format: Board BookWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 7.00h x 7.00w x 0.60d

A story about a boy with a heart too big for one color alone. A little boy attempts to answer one of grown-ups' all-time favorite questions: "What's your favorite color?" But with so many wonderful colors to choose from, he doesn't know how to...

Count from 1 to 1,000 in this stunning, graphic first concept board book. From kites, cakes, and candy kisses, young readers can count from 1 to 1,000 using illustrations of fun, familiar objects. With bright, bold artwork, this board book is perfect for parents...

Discover all kinds of shapes in this bright and highly designed first concept board book. Follow a curious fox and his little friend as he explores what fun objects circles, triangles, ovals and rectangles can make. An engaging, well designed way to introduce first...

A new generation of children love Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, inspired by the classic series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood! Daniel Tiger fans will love this sweet carry-along 8x8 storybook boxed set with six adorable stories! Whether he's visiting the library at night or seeing his first...

The follow-up to 2018 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award winner Charlie & Mouse by Laurel Snyder. i>Charlie & Mouse & Grumpy: Book 2 is the heartwarming story of two brothers as they enjoy a special visit from their grandpa Grumpy. Follow along as they discuss...

"An excellent read for little ones learning about the holiday as well as those who can't wait for Halloween to arrive." -- Kirkus Reviews The ever-intrepid Bizzy Bear is visiting a super-spooky Halloween house. As he climbs the rickety stairs and walks the cobwebby...

Readers can watch Pinkalicious and Peterrific on the funtastic PBS Kids TV series Pinkalicious & Peterrific #1 New York Times bestselling author Victoria Kann brings young readers a Pinkalicious I Can Read story about creativity and the best babysitter ever.When Maya babysits Peter and...

Mud! is an energetic picture book ode to rainy days, outdoor play, and siblings, all about oozy, smoozy, squishy mud! Gloopy, gloppy, gorgeous mud. Ooozy, smoozy, soupy mud. Stomp it, poke it, squeeze it, whack it, Pack it into bricks and stack it. This...

It's that special time of evening, when the hours and the possibilities seem endless: Light is fading. A buzz of excitement and wonder takes over the neighborhood....What outdoor adventures await? Join a diverse group of suburban kids as they dash and dodge in classic...

In Quiet!, a picture book by author C駘ine Claire and illustrator Magali Le Huche, a man overwhelmed by noise learns that complete silence all the time is not as desirable as he believed it would be. Mr. Martin finds a magical solution to maintain...

Black Widow: My Mighty Marvel First Book is an introduction to the Super Hero spy for the youngest superfans--featuring art by legendary artist John Buscema! Launch into action with Natasha Romanoff, the super-spy known as Black Widow. Learn all about her abilities, skills, and...

In this third book of the Craftily Ever After chapter book series, Maddie, Emily, Bella, and Sam accidentally tie-dye a shirt Maddie's mother made for the mayor! Maddie gets her knack for fashion and sewing from her mom, a seamstress. And she's made a...

A fun board book about pets with flaps and pop-ups! Join Little Bunny as she tries to find her animal friends in a game of hide-and-seek. Kids will love opening the flaps to reveal a 3D pop-up scene! There are five giant flaps and...

Just like snowflakes, no two sisters are alike, but together, they can share the perfect snow day. Siblings, snow-bunnies, and fans of the Frozen movies will all find something to love in Snow Sisters! When snowflakes fall, two sisters react in different ways. One...

Join Spot as he plays the world's most popular sport Everyone's favorite puppy is all ready for a game of soccer with his friends. Spot is captain of the red team, and Helen is captain of the blue team. But at the end, who...

Georgie Dupree loves to have fun with her friends, but what happens when she moves to a new city where she doesn't have a single one? When the usually bubbly and ever-so-spunky Georgie can't find any kids her age in her new neighborhood, she...

Give thanks for your little ones with kisses, hugs, and GOBBLES of love all throughout the holiday season with this backlist holiday classic."If kisses were gobbles, I'd gobble you up!I'd gobble your nose, I'd gobble your toes! The just-right book for a Thanksgiving cuddle,...

ONE OF THE most-requested Little Golden Books is back in print Millions of baby boomers remember little Dan, who stops crying over a scratch as soon as Mother puts a bandage on it. Soon the dolls and teddy bears in Dan's house are wearing...