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Meet Thomas the Tank Engine in an enchanting new picture book series that introduces a new generation to the joys of friendship, storytelling, and adventure! Thomas the Tank Engine is back in an enchanting, all-new story that captures the heart of his...

In this empowering picture book by a groundbreaking Sesame Street Puppeteer, a shy girl finds her voice with the help of her favorite puppet. At home, May loves to play pretend with her puppets, leading them fearlessly on all sorts of adventures. But at...

"[A] comforting and triumphant meditation on the act of becoming." --Publishers Weekly (starred review) A soil-cozied seed grows into a flower and greets the sun in this gentle, inspirational story for aspiring gardeners - and anyone on the verge of life...

This jacketed picture book is based on Disney and Pixar's Toy Story 5, releasing in theaters June 19, 2026! The toys are back in Disney and Pixar's Toy Story 5, and this time, it's Toy meets Tech. Buzz, Woody, Jessie, and the rest of the gang's jobs are...

From the creator of Wolfboy comes a spectacularly illustrated, whimsical story about finding courage in yourself. Take a leap and find the sun . . . Eddie doesn't like Mondays. He'd rather burrow under the covers than face the day. Then an unexpected...

Size isn't everything. Especially when it comes to Worm, who's willing to stretch his limits to get the job done!Worm loves being a librarian but has decided it's time for a new job. He considers many options - lifeguard, deep-sea fisherman, window...

From the New York Times bestselling duo behind the Tiny T. Rex series comes an adorable pug with an indomitable spirit--and a nose for trouble! A perfect day for Hugo begins with a stretch and a yawn . . .There are bees for chasing--go, Hugo, go!Puddles...

From award-winning author Naseem Hrab, an uproariously funny and totally relatable tale of a monster who loves school, but hates the commute! It's eight o'clock, Bird tells Monster -- time to walk to school. Monster stays in bed. It's not school he's...

Welcome through the doorway of this picture book . . . about doors! From a Caldecott Honor author and a New York Times Best Illustrated artist comes a celebration of entrances, thresholds and portals -- and all the endless possibilities they can lead to!...

With deadpan humor and a one-of-a-kind hero, this wryly clever picture book introduces the most exciting sea cucumber you'll ever meet . . . even if he's the ONLY sea cucumber you'll ever meet! There's a lot to love about Neil: he's named after a...

Turtle is the last to hatch, and her siblings have all left for the sea. Now she must venture across a busy beach and into the waves to find them. But the sea is big. REAL BIG. Turtle slept in -- and all her siblings already hatched and made it to the...

Some families gather for big dinners, but in my house we feast at breakfast! As Grandma and I cook our favorite Jamaican dishes, I learn why that is. The girl in this story and her grandmother are making breakfast for the whole family! Jamaican favorites...

Lilibet has lots of friends--it's just that they are all imaginary! Can she build the perfect real-life friend? With a relatable neurodivergent main character and a message of friendship and acceptance, this funny and heartfelt picture book is perfect...

⭐ "Little Fox's new friendship may inspire young listeners and adult readers alike to listen to their thoughts and remember the value and joy that can be found in the quiet." --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (STARRED REVIEW)Solitude,...

Men don't cry . . . right? Neil is trying to figure out what it means to "be a man." A perfect picture book for ages 3-7 to explore gender roles and celebrate individuality while reading with their adults. Neil isn't sure exactly how to be a man, so he...

It's the heat of the summer, and Squirrel is sure he knows how to cool off. But now he needs help from his water-shy friends! A gentle social-emotional learning picture book for 3-7-year-olds about showing compassion and working together will resonate...

The school talent show is days away, and Lupe Lopez has serious competition. Can she rock the notion that performing isn't about beaming the brightest--but about shining your light with others? As Héctor P. Garcia Elementary's resident rock star, Lupe...

A rip-roaring, action-packed story about two fierce rivals and the competitive spirit that launches them on a trip around the world! Sheep and Goat know right away they are rivals. From their first encounter, they each do what they can to best the other...