Imagination & Play - Kids Fiction

Little Otter is ready for some action Rustling leaves call to him. Sweet, spicy air beckons. The moon is as huge and golden as Owl's eyes. So Little Otter sets off for some fun. But with wolves on the prowl, Little Otter's adventures are...

When teacher Miss Gonzalez asks her class to write about their favorite part of any book, one student answers honestly: the blank space This story, written in concrete poetry, conveys the experience of many striving readers. The elegant design, lyrical language, and abundant blank...

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...

A beautiful and engaging classic that inspires creativity and imaginationThe white shape silhouetted against a blue background changes on every page. Is it a rabbit, a bird, an ice-cream cone, or just spilt milk? In this childhood classic, kids are kept guessing until the...

"This is a most joyful and clever whimsy, the kind that lightens the heart and puts a shine on the day," raved Kirkus Reviews in a starred review. Is it possible to eat snowballs doused in ketchup--and nothing else--all winter? Can a washing machine...

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Rhett Miller teams up again with Caldecott Medalist and bestselling artist Dan Santat in a laugh-out-loud rhyming story about an older sibling who gets an opportunity to trade his younger brother for cool stuff when he finds a magical baby changing station....

It's bedtime, but Sasha can't fall asleep because of the scary things she sees in her room. But she doesn't need to call her parents-- she's brave She's strong She's five Sasha has had Mama's stories and Papa's jokes and coffee kisses on both...

When a spunky little girl finds that her parents are too busy to play, she decides to visit her favorite place on her own. The familiar path lightens her step and her heart. And along the way she discovers a wonderful surprise. Taltal Levi's...

In this engaging, laugh-out-loud funny picture book, a child's bed tells it like it is. Bed has something to say. Bed knows you do not like bedtime. And Bed gets it. But look ... YOU are not so great, either ... Bed is fed...

We're amazing! We can dress up, sing, dance and make music. There's nobody quite like us! Enjoy the antics of this inclusive and diverse group of friends, as they celebrate the natural and boundless creativity to be found in every child.Author: Carol ThompsonISBN-10: 1846439604ISBN-13:...

On a crisp autumn day Mouse and Minka celebrate fall by jumping in a pile of leaves in this adorable Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read book about fall One cool fall day, Mouse and Minka come out to play They are greeted by red, yellow, orange,...

New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and illustrator Stephanie Graegin bring a lionhearted new hero to life in this tender, sparkling story about standing up for what's right--and finding your inner superpowers. Every day after school, Manny saves the world from formidable foes....

This hilarious, tongue-in-cheek guide from kid-expert Max reveals everything you need to know about the game of soccer. Max knows a lot about soccer. After all, he's been playing it for almost three weeks! So he's pretty much an expert. Here Max shares his...

This delightful book will fascinate children and help them to see their world with new eyes. -- School Library Journal (starred review)Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls Step right up and witness an astounding assemblage of tightrope walkers, strong men, sword swallowers, and clowns....

Three-time Caldecott winner and bestseller David Wiesner works his visual magic in this near-wordless account of the most suspenseful, nerve-wracking few seconds in a baseball game. David Wiesner brings his trademark artistry and rich imagination to the iconic American game of baseball. The few...

Has the moon ever followed you home at night? Max loves his grandpa. When they must say good-bye after a visit, Grandpa reminds Max that the moon above them at Grandpa's house is the same moon that will follow him all the way home....

Greg makes fascinating discoveries about things he finds at home when he looks at them through his new microscope. 'An accurate and entertaining book for beginning independent readers.' 'BL. Author: Millicent E. SelsamISBN-10: 006444144XISBN-13: 9780064441445Publisher: HarperCollinsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/30/1990Pages: 64Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 8.47h x 5.50w...

Howard is the youngest member of his family. The rest of his family loves sports. It seems like every night, Howard gets dragged to some sporting event to watch his siblings play. Luckily, Howard doesn't watch, he heads down to the dark area underneath...

It's a beautiful summer day in the state of Maine and when Jaxson looks out his window at his tree fort, he expects to see a chickadee, a deer, a bear, or maybe even an American eagle, but what he does see gives him...

Camilla the cartographer and her loyal sidekick Parsley are back to solve a fresh new problem in this companion book to the critically acclaimed Camilla, Cartographer. Spring has sprung in the forest. When beavers move in, trees come down as they start building a...

A bold and playful celebration of movement, energy, pattern, color and shape In a world oversaturated with beautiful photos (hello Instagram ) and imagery (hello 'Golden Age of Illustration' ) we sometimes forget the power that photos can have for our children. Seeing photographs...

(Bilingual English-Dari edition) This story tells how a woman loses an apple down a hole in the ground and then makes a series of attempts to retrieve it. Children love chanting the action sequence of this cumulative tale from memory, but when the plot...

Adorable babies are on the go during the fall 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 fall day. Featuring diverse characters...

Imagination and play blend with magic in this beautiful, reassuring story about shyness, new experiences, and making friends. After moving to a new home, Caro wishes she had a friend, but she's too shy to meet the neighborhood kids. With a little imagination, however,...

A young Supergirl fan faces her most elusive adversary - sleep As darkness falls, a young girl attempts to catch some Z's while DC Comics' SUPERGIRL tracks down an elusive enemy. With super hero traits, like BRAVERY, PATIENCE, and PERSISTENCE, they'll both turn sleepless...

For ages 3-9. . A special family tradition is getting ready to take place. As they do every year, Heidi, Holly, and Hanna are ready to listen to Mama tell the story of St. Nicholas and his special feast day on December 6th. St....

From bestselling team Andrea Zimmerman and David Clemesha comes an adventure-filled board book about travel safety, seatbelts, and wild rides Whether you ride in a stroller, a bulldozer, a garbage truck, or a racecar, everybody buckles up for adventure Learn from all the important...

Sally investigates post-WWII Florida with theatrical flair in this classic middle grade novel from Judy Blume. Now with a fresh new look! Sally J. Freedman was ten when she made herself a movie star. She would have been happy to reach stardom in New...

A series of exuberant read-aloud sound effects perfectly capture the whimsy and joy of a springtime frolic in this companion to Red Sled. In this almost wordless springtime picture book, an adorable crew of baby animals borrows a familiar-looking red hat (last seen on...

I walked in the field, and what did I see? Moo-a-boo! A back and white cow, looking at me! Farm animals play a game of peek-a-boo in this ilarious book with flaps and touch-and-feel elements! Each spread introduces readers to a different farm animal...

SHIVER ME TIMBERS The treasure of pirate Rufus Rumblebelly has disappeared form the museum Luckily, captain Flinn eagerly takes the helm and heads to Bag o' Bones Island. . .only to be met by a rogue gang of pirate dinosaurs with swords at the...

Princess Cupcake Jones loves adventures Bored with her regular playtime activities, Cupcake goes on her own adventure to ride her pony, Lacey. But before she can begin her ride, she needs to saddle up her pony. This became a greater challenge that she expected...

Who says you have to sit still at story time? This book encourages toddlers and preschoolers to shimmy, shake, and stomp along with a story that's both fun and filled with layers of learning! Who has wiggle-waggle toes? I do. Who has flip-flop feet?...

Jack likes trucks. Alex likes dolls. What will they play together? Their new favorite game, of course Jack and Alex meet almost every morning in the sandbox at the playground. Jack likes trucks -- big ones, the kind that can wreck things. Alex likes...

On the first day of kindergarten, can Ruthie find a new friend?Jessica has a friend only she can see: Jessica. "There is no Jessica," said Ruthie's parents. But of course there was.She ate with Ruthie, played with Ruthie, and was sorry when Ruthie was...

Featuring a most unusual protagonist, Cyclops of Central Park dares readers to be brave and explore the world because, really, you never know what you might find... Late at night, just before he closed his eye and went to sleep in his Central Park...

As Scout tends to his garden he notices something is missing -- his caterpillar friend has vanished! But where did she go? Join Scout and Daisy as they search for clues to solve the Case of the Vanishing Caterpillar. Titles in The Gumboot Kids...

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...

Otter--the irrepressible picture book character from I Am Otter, Otter in Space, and Otter Loves Halloween --tries to find the perfect job for herself and Teddy. Sure to be adored by fans of Llama Llama.Otter and Teddy want to have jobs, just like Otter...

A beautiful and engaging classic that inspires creativity and imaginationThe white shape silhouetted against a blue background changes on every page. Is it a rabbit, a bird, an ice-cream cone, or just spilt milk? In this childhood classic, kids are kept guessing until the...

Sweetie Mountain is a beautiful place. The unicorns have a wonderful life there.This fun book will delight young readers and inspire their imagination.Author: Laura ShentonISBN-10: 1913779742ISBN-13: 9781913779740Publisher: Iridescent Toad PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/04/2022Pages: 30Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.18lbsSize: 8.00h x 8.00w x 0.08d

Twelve-year-old Sakar faced many challenges. He lost his father to violence and had an angry mother who struggled to raise two young sons. Sakar wanted to make a better life for himself but didn't know how. Although he had a zeal to overcome the...

Join Tigerlily as she discovers the magic of her dreams. Through magical dream-time adventures, she travels to her yesterdays and her tomorrows. She learns to love bedtime as much as she does her favourite daytime adventures.Author: Charlotte LewisISBN-10: 0228869536ISBN-13: 9780228869535Publisher: Tellwell TalentLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/11/2022Pages:...

Look for hidden surprises on every page with Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster, and more Sesame Street friends! This board book keeps little hands busy finding and lifting 20 flaps. Look and Find play encourages focus and exploration, and helps build early learning skills.Author:...

Hi there! My name is Evelyn. What's your name?It's very nice to meet you! Are you as curious as I am to know what this book is about . . . hmmm? Maybe it's about . . .Gorillas?Or, Halloween?. . . nah.Maybe it's about...

Nancy Elizabeth Wallace continues to explore difficult topics while making them more accessible to young readers with her signature cut-paper illustrations and, in this book, photographs from NASA. Minna is a stargazer. She looks at the nighttime sky and wonders, What are stars? Minna's...

Faced with moving away from his beloved river in the country, Martin discovers it is possible to make a meaningful connection to nature in the city, too, and find ways to accept changes beyond his control. Martin loves to play by the river near...

How Steven the Bear Invented S'mores is a wonderful read aloud picture book with fun life lessons and beautiful illustrations. How Steven the Bear invented S'mores is a fun camping story with Steven and his friends. They hike, camp, find animals, bird watch, and,...

This fun and enticing discussion game helps jumpstart engaging conversations filled with lots of silliness and creativity 202 kid-friendly clean questions.Mixed difficulty levels, ranging from funny, ridiculous, weird, and some of them are even a little gross, just enough to spark an imaginative and...

Scout and Daisy are gathering pumpkins to make pumpkin pie when Scout mentions spotting a hanging food catcher on his garden gate. But what is a hanging food catcher? Join Scout and Daisy as they find clues to solve the Case of the Hanging...