Imagination & Play - Kids Fiction

Learning the alphabet is as easy as A, B, C in Alphablock, a fun addition to the Abrams Block Book series! Young readers will explore letters in an exciting and unique way, from A to Z. Parents 10 Best Children's Books of 2013 Notable...

One night, when Ethan reaches under his bed for a toy truck, he finds this note instead: "Monsters Meet here for final test." Ethan is sure his parents are trying to trick him into staying under the covers, until he sees five colorful sets...

In Sarah Perry's picture book If . . . , take a fantastical journey through an inspiring world where anything can happen: Leaves turn into fish, cats fly with wings, humans have tails, frogs eat rainbows, and dreams become visible. First published in 1995,...

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......

In this spectacular follow-up to their beloved Book of Norse Myths, the husband-and-wife team of Ingri and Edgar Parin d'Aulaire explore the uncanny reaches of Norse mythology, an enchanted night-world populated by trolls of all kinds--mountain trolls, forest trolls, trolls who live underwater and...

This wonderfully illustrated story follows a conductor who is auditioning each instrument for his orchestra, building to a performance of two pieces of classical music. With links to downloadable music, follow our conductor on his journey and discover the beautiful music of an orchestra....

Violet the Purple Fairy learns how to make Gratitude Soup by thinking of all the things, people, places, and experiences that she is grateful for, putting them in an imaginary soup pot. She is able to shrink her pot of soup with her imagination,...

Step inside Mr. Elives' magic shop, where the shelves are stocked with strange and mysterious goods. The children in these five books each leave the shop with magical items intended especially for them. In The Monster's Ring, Russell Crannaker, bullied all his life, gets...

A zany picture book adventure featuring aliens in (what else?) underpants! Aliens love underpants, It's lucky that they do, For undies helped save our universe, Sounds crazy but it's true! The beloved aliens from Aliens Love Panta Claus are back--and this time they are...

A unique monster-under-the-bed story with the perfect balance of giggles and shivers, this picture book relies on the power of humor over fear, appeals to a child's love for creatures both alarming and absurd, and glorifies the scope of a child's imagination. One night,...

A charming, wordless picture book that the very youngest can "read" all by themselves. The little wooden couple are happy in their building-block house--until it catches fire. The solution? They transform the house into a fire engine But then there's so much water that...

Join a curious, imaginative, playful little boy and his band of lovable stuffed-animal friends on a nighttime adventure full of wonder and surprises. Dragonboy and his stuffed-animal friends love exploring, and what better place to explore than their own backyard...at night. Everything looks different,...

Chick and Chickie love to play in their very own way, whether scaring each other silly or tickling the letter A. The fast-paced and zany narrative by Claude Ponti, one of the world's most beloved children's book authors, will instantly delight early readers and...

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...

Best friends love to play, share, and help each other! Children will love to discover all the ways these animal best friends show they care in this sweet, rhyming story about friendship.Author: Ashley MatthewsISBN-10: 162885913XISBN-13: 9781628859133Publisher: Kidsbooks PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/08/2021Pages: 20Format: Board BookWeight: 0.97lbsSize:...

For every older sibling who has ever thought, "Hey, what about me?" and every parent who has ever used those magic words, "Just give me one minute." Ruby loves nothing more than playing, especially with Mom. But Mom is always so busy with Oliver,...

From squirrels to turtles to prickly porcupines, Leo Lionni's signature illustration style and a toddler-friendly text ask a simple question: Who is the animal on each page? One of four board books that celebrates the art and imagination of Leo Lionni, this book is...

Hilarity ensues when a boy's eyebrows go rogue in this riotous picture book from the bestselling author of How to Train a Train One morning, Bernard wakes up to find that his eyebrows have gone rogue. They're sabotaging Picture Day, taunting his teacher, and...

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Con Pollo: A Bilingual Playtime Adventure is an engaging and hilarious picture book that serves young readers as an introduction to basic Spanish vocabulary, brought to life by superstar team-up Jimmy Fallon and Jennifer Lopez. Meet Pollo, a friendly...

A sweet story about the magic of imagination and a favorite pair of boots.When a boy named William Wilkins puts on his red cowboy boots, his imagination can take him anywhere--to the Amazon River, to the Wild West, to the moon, and even flying...

It's fun to play hide-and-seek with a brother, or build a fort, or jump in puddles. You can make a brother laugh, play baseball together, and keep each other company when Mom and Dad go out. A brother is a lifelong friend. Sisters and...

Board Book edition. In this expanded version of the favorite nursery rhyme, Iza Trapani takes the earliest readers on a journey across the night sky. With playful verse and bright illustrations Iza Trapani introduces us to our irresistible young heroine as she wishes upon...

The kids at school want to know why Becca is wearing glasses and a patch. Instead of telling them she has amblyopia, Becca leads her friends on imaginative adventures to explain her new fashion accessory. Mitch Vane's illustrations capture the spunky exuberance of this...

Strawberry Shortcake enters a regional baking competition, but when someone starts sabotaging the other contestants, it's up to Strawberry to figure out the culprit is before they target her. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spotlight is a division of...

Author/illustrator Rosie Haine's picture book Hooves or Hands is a surreal and playful exploration of our relationship with horses. Which would you rather have? Hooves or hands? Four legs or two? Eat food or hay? Say yay or neigh? Following Rosie Haine's acclaimed debut...

Teaches young children how to make a friend. Savanah Banana Series 1Based on a true story of two little girls spreading friendship on the playground. Savanah and Lanna are best friends. One day they decide having more friends would be fun too. So, they...

Attention readers large and small: Eddie and the bear are back and they both need a friend. Eddie's feeling sad, and so is the bear. They both wish they had a friend to talk to. All they have are their teddies, and teddies can't...

What better way to celebrate the wonderful world of nature all around us than a hunt for local fairies? Children learn to spot the tell-tale signs of fairies in residence in this delightful mix of photos and illustrations. Then children can take their tracking...

Strawberry Shortcake made it through the regional baking competition, but the Purple Piemanne has more tricks up his sleeves planned to put himself on top. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spotlight is a division of ABDO.Author: Georgia BallISBN-10: 1532140304ISBN-13:...

Sweet and Sour Grapes have never won a trophy at the Food Truck Festival in Port Orchard, so Strawberry goes undercover to discover the secret to the twins' rocky ride. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spotlight is a division...

A smooth-talking businessman tries to convince Strawberry Shortcake to expand her bakery and she tries to sort out her decision in dreamland in the middle of a tense mystery. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spotlight is a division of...

This beautiful collection of bedtime rhymes and soothing lullabies is now available in a paperback format. With a new, glittery cover and interior page with a "To and From" box to fill in this title is perfect for gift giving! Little ones can end...

A unique offering of a book and CD recorded by Judy Collins, featuring the classic theme: when you wish upon a star, your dreams come true. Grammy award-winning singer Judy Collins and illustrator Eric Puybaret, who together created the New York Times best-selling version...

After ordering too many fans, Orange Blossom asks Raisin Cane for her help promoting her excess product. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spotlight s a division of ABDO.Author: Georgia BallISBN-10: 1532140347ISBN-13: 9781532140341Publisher: Graphic NovelsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2017Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight:...

In this tale, a boastful coyote wants to be like the crows he sees in the trees. He wants to be able to fly and soar like the beautiful birds. The crows, however, decide to play a trick on the coyote. They stick their...

Charlie learns that visibility is relative -- but Lola's quick-wittedness is crystal clear -- in this picture book from Lauren Child.Charlie and his friend Marv have invented an invisibility potion to help them find strange and tricky creatures, which they would prefer to do...

Award-winning Sonya Hartnett spins a tale for younger readers about mischief, siblings, and taking matters into your own hands. Sadie and Ratz are the names of Hannah's hands. They aren't animals, but they behave like wild beasts, says Dad. For one thing, they're always...

Shhh...whatever you do, don't spoil the ending of this charming picture book with a delightful twist from #1 bestselling author James Patterson! Flapping, racing through the farm, eight little chicks are on the run from crafty Fox . . . but not for the reasons you...

It's time to celebrate the holidays with all your favorite Roald Dahl characters! Christmas is the most fizz-whopping time of the year, filled with grand feasts, good tidings, and gifts that make you feel like you won a golden ticket. Celebrate the holidays with...

Boss Baby meets Forrest Gump in this madcap adventure starring one very intrepid and very asleep baby. It's evening and Baby is asleep. Momma and Dad set up Baby's crib, but leave the door unlocked. Most babies scoot, flop, and roll their way to...

An energetic squirrel isn't ready to give up on winter fun and go to bed in this cozy picture book about animal friends who spend an unforgettable night romping in the snow! The snowstorm is over. The stars are out. But one little squirrel...

Join the journey of delightful idioms and vibrant illustrations in This Book is Not for the Birds!, a charming exploration of language and nature for curious kids!Embark on a playful journey through language and nature with This Book is Not for the Birds!, a...

Welcome to Imagine Spaghetti, a delightful children's book that celebrates the joy of creativity by exploring new ways to use spaghetti. Join Charlie, the imaginative young protagonist on a whimsical journey filled with fun, and of course lots of spaghetti.Armed with a handful of...

Join the journey of delightful idioms and vibrant illustrations in This Book is Not for the Birds!, a charming exploration of language and nature for curious kids!Embark on a playful journey through language and nature with This Book is Not for the Birds!, a...

A spy needs to keep their secrets safe from prying eyes! A spy needs to keep their secrets safe from prying eyes! Use the invisible ink pen to write them down in this awesome activity book. Learn code languages, take fingerprints, answer questions like...

An interactive board book perfect for family holiday fun. A festive fir cozies up for winter with its cute forest friends in this very merry finger puppet book bursting with color and charm! Little ones will love making friends with Little Fir Tree! This...

If you haven't met a Moomin yet you're missing the most magical fun! There are over twenty flaps to lift in this fun book. Each spread is themed with topics that toddlers and their adults will love, such as at home, outdoors, eating, getting...

A silly seek-and-find book, with surprises or games on every page. For detectives with a sense of humor ages 5 years and up.Is that possible? Fish swimming in a drawer and a pool leading to the front door? Welcome to the house where William...

Author: Jairo BuitragoISBN-10: 1773067435ISBN-13: 9781773067438Publisher: Groundwood BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/07/2024Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 8.30h x 8.60w x 0.10d

Annemarie Riley Guertin's heartwarming picture book Finding Mr. Trunks highlights the positive impact of social media and brings people together to help #FindMrTrunks. Somewhere between the security checkpoint and Gate 2 is where it happened. The grip around my neck loosened. Oh, no! Libby?...