Imagination & Play - Kids Fiction

The wheels on the bus go round and round, all day long Children will love to join in with all the characters on the bus and read along with the well-known song featured in this fantastic new book.Author: IgloobooksISBN-10: 1801086451ISBN-13: 9781801086455Publisher: Igloo BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

"With this haunting adaptation, Ashly Lovett brings the darkest depths of the sea to life through her eerie prose and ethereal paintings, giving us a glimpse into the very soul of the Little Mermaid." -- BROM "Ashly's haunting portraits feel like a pang of...

Angelina Ballerina hosts her first sleepover in this tutu-rrific Level 1 Ready-to-Read that's perfect for little ones getting ready to stay over at someone else's house for the first time Angelina is hosting her very first sleepover for her friends Flora and Felicity Join...

Some stories don't need words to make their meaning clear--and some friendships can transcend barriers. A wordless picture book shows that the power of friendship and communicating can span across the galaxies.Author: Aiko IkegamiISBN-10: 193954758XISBN-13: 9781939547583Publisher: Creston BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/01/2019Pages: 34Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.84lbsSize: 10.10h...

It's the first day of winter vacation and Stella Mae Culpepper is bored. As she looks out from the window of her second-floor apartment, she can see all of the usual happenings on Linden Square, her city neighborhood. There are her neighbors. She knows...

Matt is miserable. The subdivision where he now lives is surrounded by nothing but muddy fields of rocks and sticks. But when Matt ventures out, his imagination kicks in. He draws a muddy, winding line and names it Snake River. A pile of rocks...

Everybody wants to be a princess What could be better? In "Today Juliana Will Be a Princess," one little heroine craves the royal treatment until she learns that princesses don't get to play in the mud. It's no contest--the tiara is abandoned in favor...

From the author of Dinosaurs Love Underpants comes a charming picture book that follows a group of tired trucks and machines as they get ready for bedtime after a long day at the building site. "Beep, beep, beep!" called the sleepy machines after a...

Playing dress-up with Brownie & Pearl is a delight in this adorable Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read story. Brownie and Pearl adore playing dress-up. With powder, glitter, and a bit of rosy spray, Brownie and Pearl know they're so dolled up. But will Mom and Dad...

Follow this little ninja as he sneaks up on the family dog, swipes a cookie from his brother, and escapes from Granny's kiss . . . only to be out-ninja'd by his younger brother's sneak attack! Young readers will be drawn in by the...

"Oh me, Oh my It's Snowing in Hawaii "A magical journey through the snow-filled beaches of Honolulu... "Blending Hawaiian highlights with blizzardy fun, Mike Guardia's light tale is both amusing and rhythmic.Melanie Stephens' illustrations are rich in color and life, bringing extra joy to...

King Mouse finds his authority in question when his subjects find crowns of their own. A gentle and humorous modern fable about imaginative play and kindness in the tradition of classics like Little Bear and Frog and Toad. A sweet, thoughtful tale of friendship,...

Take to the tub with this litle bath book of opposites and rhymes! Babies and toddlers will love reading and playing with this plastic, waterproof book that floats in the bathtub.Author: Pi KidsISBN-10: 1503755681ISBN-13: 9781503755680Publisher: Pi KidsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2021Pages: 6Format: Vinyl-boundWeight: 0.02lbsSize: 5.50h x...

Join Old MacDonald on his bustling farm in this reimagined classic nursery rhyme. Designed specifically to captivate and engage young minds, Old MacDonald Had A Farm: A Light-Up Sound Book is a sensory experience. With its combination of radiant lights and familiar sounds, it's...

Eleven-year-old Jack thought he had outgrown his imaginary friend, George--until his dad also disappears from his life. His mom's bipolar disorder isn't being properly treated, so while in the throes of a manic episode, she ditches Jack with his aunt, uncle, and cousins. Jack...

Santa has a problem. This kid? Harold? Santa doesn't think he's real. He WANTS to believe in Harold--after all, Harold is one of the most magical parts of Christmas. Getting Harold's letters, eating the cookies he leaves out, feeding his carrots to the reindeer......

Praise for Pencil: A Story with a Point 2021 FAME Sunshine State Young Readers Award Jr. Book List2020 Bank Street Best Book selection ★ STARRED REVIEW "Office supplies have never been more entertaining than they are in this punny tale of friendship and ingenuity."--Foreword...

With quotes and sly references to the famous works of William Shakespeare and the words he invented, this adventurous ode to language will delight readers young and old. It all starts one morning when words fly into William's window. He wants to catch them,...

Your body was made from the stuff of the stars, You're a child of galaxies dreaming. "A poetic ode to the universe that exists inside each child [...] The painterly illustrations shine as they toggle between fantastical images of kids floating among stars and...

Rock On, Kindness Pass It On is about a 7-year-old girl named Ally whose favorite hobby is painting and hiding rocks to bring happiness to others.In the story, Ally creates opportunities for the reader to make predictions and learn new vocabulary as she introduces...

(Bilingual English-Dari edition) This timeless story has entertained people all over the world for hundreds of years. When a stranger who has been traveling for many days stops at the home of a young couple to ask for a glass of water and a...

Meet the groovicorns in this latest addition to our range of innovative, fold-out playhouses. The sturdy board book folds out to create four amazing scenes from the groovicorn world. Children will love lifting the flaps to explore the colourful scenes and peeking through the...

Adorable babies are on the go during the winter in this endearing board book. Spirited, rhyming text and colorful, graphic art introduce an energetic cast of babies having an action-packed day of play in the park on a cheerful winter day. Featuring diverse characters...

Bruce wants a snake. A nice green snake. A snake would be so much fun Bruce thinks about all the things he would do with his snake. He would make a big cage for the snake, feed him ice cream, and take him to...

The beach is a magical place - a place where children are free to play, build, and discover. We here at Laughing Elephant have scoured our extensive library for vintage illustrations that depict children and the sea. In this book, we pair these images...

When a child makes a wish, where does it go? Like a tiny seed carried on the wind, a wish journeys through adversity, takes root, and grows.Author: Jessica YoungISBN-10: 1568463383ISBN-13: 9781568463384Publisher: Creative EditionsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/25/2020Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 12.30h x 8.80w x 0.40dReview Citation(s):...

Everybody wants to be a princess What could be better? In "Today Sadie Will Be a Princess," one little heroine craves the royal treatment until she learns that princesses don't get to play in the mud. It's no contest--the tiara is abandoned in favor...

Way up high in the Rolie Polie Sky is a little round planet of a really swell guy... Olie's Rolie Polie world has turned snowy! But when the sun turns back on, what will happen to Olie's new buddy, Mr. Snowie? Find out in...

Everybody wants to be a princess After all, princesses have twirly dresses, sparkly shoes, and fancy jewels. But what if princesses aren't allowed to do what they love? Follow along and bring the pages to life as one aspiring princess has a change of...

Anya's World Adventures was created to encourage children to learn about different cultures around the world. The main character, Anya, travels the world learning about people and cultures in different countries. With the help of Anya's magic globe (and a little imagination), young readers...

This is the first in a series of children's books that follows the real life antics of a young girl named Anya and her lovable Boston Terrier named Jemma. The book has been beautifully illustrated with full page colorful images that are sure to...

This enchanting book allows fans to project their favorite scenes from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them films at home with a flashlight. Using black line illustrations on framed acetate pages, this enchanting book allows fans to project their...

Baby Bear's antics lead to unexpected results as he returns with Brother Bear and Sister Bear in four simple, funny stories. Whether jumping, juggling, munching, or building with blocks, Baby Bear finds a new way to make mischief while playing with his ever-patient big...

I'm sitting in the time-out chair because my mother put me there. She said, "You try my patience, child! I do not like it when you're wild." Wild? Who me? That is so absurd. How could she even use that word? If I were...

"Papa?"asked Little Blue."Are we going very far?""Yes, Little Blue. We will travel fartherthan we have ever gone before."As two whales swim together through the big ocean, Little Blue has many questions for Papa, especially ones about the long migration. How will they know the...

From the co-creator of the New York Times bestselling Ladybug Girl series comes a joyful counting book about inclusivity, play, and the thrill of making new friends--from one to ten and back again. A quiet day at the playground turns into a boisterous park-wide...

Upon its 1954 debut, the cuddly classic Beady Bear was praised by The New York Times as "the kind of book small children will delight in." Don Freeman, author of the acclaimed children's story Corduroy, recounts the whimsically illustrated tale of a wind-up toy...

As Scout is collecting firewood for the winter, he notices something extraordinary -- there is a wooden timekeeper in the forest! But what is it? Join Scout as he helps Daisy find clues to solve the Case of the Wooden Timekeeper. Titles in The...

When you need worms for fishing, Grandpa knows just where to look. Grandpas are great at making things, like bookshelves, burgers, and funny faces. Some grandpas like to sing old songs, some like to play baseball, and all grandpas make you feel special. Young...

What can a fox do with a box? Have a grand adventure In this debut picture book, author-illustrator Yvonne Ivinson invites readers on an imagination- and vocabulary-fueled journey. With colorful, engaging paintings; a lively, limited word count; an adorable fox; and a story with...

A charming picture book about the joys of a snowy day, featuring handmade felt characters--just perfect for reading by the fire. The first snowflakes are finally falling--and Berry and Ginger are SNOW ready They can't wait to be sledding, ice-skating, and snowman-building. But Willow...

At mealtime, children often get restless and aren't able to stay seated. Who's Going to Eat That Bite? makes mealtime fun again and helps keep kids engaged bite after bite. The author, Jim Jamison, invented this game of finding things in the room that...

What Did God Make Me to Be? reflects the vibrant imaginations of children at play. Its magical illustrations and delightful rhymes portray their innocent wonder of being something else as they look at the world around them. Their questioning curiosity leads the children to...

The story of a young girl, Camila, who enlists her classmates' help to decide on the perfect pet for her.Each friend discusses their favorite pet and the sounds they make in an illustrated picture book that is sure to entertain.With a nod to differing...

A story about a horse named Bella who pretended to be a unicorn and a rabbit named Daisy who pretended to be a princess. Each of their moms made their respective costumes. They met in the Nani Forest and went on adventures together. They...

Life for kids 400,000 years ago was perhaps a simpler time, when they could lay out and stare at the stars. In this imaginative comparison of life then and now, written by children for children, their daily routines and the world around them are...

I Have a Grandma Who...celebrates today's bold, active grandmothers as they share what they enjoy doing (hiking, biking, cooking, gardening, reading, etc.) with those they most cherish--their grandchildren.Author: Valori Herzlich,Rosemary ZibartISBN-10: 1951122313ISBN-13: 9781951122317Publisher: Kinkajou PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/16/2021Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 7.80h x 7.80w x...

Scout and Daisy are going for a winter hike. On their way to the valley, Daisy notices the snowman friend she built the day before is smaller. Why is her friend shrinking? Join Scout and Daisy as they find clues to solve the Case...

This easy to read children's book is about a little African American girl named Kam and her special connection with a Magical Unicorn Named Sugar Pie. Unlike most Unicorns, Sugar Pie is Brown, Just like Kam Kam has a vivid magical imagination, and shares...

New York Times best-selling author Jonathan London explores how even the smallest Hippo can be a big help when he teams up with his friends. Today Little Hippo is playing firefighter. But as Firefighter Hippo pedals his fire truck through the jungle, he gets...