![Martha Calling](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0395827418.jpg?itok=kE7272XX)
There are three words that Martha — a dog who gained the ability to speak when she ate alphabet soup — absolutely hates. They are: No Dogs Allowed. So when Martha wins a weekend for her (human) family at the Do-Come-Inn, those words propel the Martha and the family into action with very funny results.
Martha Calling
![Moon Rabbit](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0670011703.jpg?itok=OnxVY4FY)
The Moon leads a small, lonely, city rabbit across the park to find a friend who shares her interest in story and music. Gentle, slightly abstract illustrations enhance the mellow language in which friends meet, part, and reunite.
Moon Rabbit
![Footprints on the Moon](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763644404.jpg?itok=AbhUWT6m)
Realistic but soft and evocative illustrations recall a boy’s wonder as man first walked on the Moon. This attractive book was rereleased in time for the 40th anniversary of this memorable event.
Footprints on the Moon
![Babymouse: Queen of the World](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0375832297.jpg?itok=jz7atgxm)
Babymouse may be a cartoon mouse, but she has experiences that will resonate with her tween audience: friend drama, boring old school, and the social strata of those same friends and school.
Babymouse: Queen of the World
![The True Story of Little Red Riding Hood](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763644277.jpg?itok=O2EfkplS)
Wolf makes peace with Red Riding Hood and soon the repentant wolf becomes vegetarian and becomes popular. A jealous Red re-introduces the wolf to carnivore delights and regains her status as the forest’s nicest resident. Pop-ups and pull outs and sophisticated humor make distinguish this very funny book.
The True Story of Little Red Riding Hood
![Stink-O-Pedia: Super Stink-y Stuff from A to Zzzz](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/076363963X.jpg?itok=4-Ngxpfi)
Stink, Judy Moody’s bright but short little brother presents his version of an encyclopedia. It begins with the Anatomy of Stink and continues through to Z (Zero, ZZZs, until Zee End!). Fun, fact-filled and fully sourced, just right for Stink fans.
Stink-O-Pedia: Super Stink-y Stuff from A to Zzzz
![Naming Liberty](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0399242503.jpg?itok=7kD_fmhV)
The story of a Russian family’s emigration to the United States parallels the travel from Paris of Bartholdi’s statue of Lady Liberty. Both tell moving sagas and intersect in a unique way. poignant illustrations make this a memorable presentation.
Naming Liberty
![Make Way for Dyamonde Daniel](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0399251758.jpg?itok=ZVTuPAXr)
Self-confident, cheerful, and bright but friendless, Dyamond is the newest kid in Mrs. Cordell’s 3rd grade. That is, until a grumpy boy named Free moves to town — and a friendship begins. Lively, believable, and likeable characters introduce this new heroine.
Make Way for Dyamonde Daniel
![Watch Me Throw the Ball!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1423113489.jpg?itok=u89V-WxN)
Gerald the elephant can throw a ball a long distance but to his surprise, Piggie delights in just throwing the ball no distance at all. Willem’s signature humor and cartoon style using dialogue balloons reminds readers that Piggie and Gerald have a great deal to share.
Watch Me Throw the Ball!
![A Walk in New York](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763638552.jpg?itok=sJKwT4FP)
A boy and his father share the wonder of a visit to the sites of New York City, from the Empire State Building ending with a taxi ride to Grand Central (and a postcard to the reader) with lots in between. Energetic illustrations complement the informative text.
A Walk in New York
![Thump, Quack, Moo: A Wacky Adventure](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/141691630X.jpg?itok=BFwygBO-)
Farmer Brown needs help as he prepares for the annual Corn Maze Festival. Of course, all of the animals rise to the occasion — though Duck prepares a small surprise revealed on a final — and very funny — fold out.
Thump, Quack, Moo: A Wacky Adventure
![Subway Ride](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/158089111X.jpg?itok=62zIhaQN)
Down, down, down…now off we go! begins a journey on city subways from Washington DC to Moscow and more. This short, fantastic, colorfully illustrated trip ends with a brief description of the real transit systems described.
Subway Ride
![Mole Rat Gets Dressed](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/142311437X.jpg?itok=DI1_mv7y)
Wilbur is a different kind of mole rat. Instead of always being naked, he dons sporty clothing much to the chagrin of others. That is until his Grand-pah also asks “Why not?” Willems’ understated humor in both text and illustration will delight readers of all ages.
Mole Rat Gets Dressed
![Little Chick](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763628905.jpg?itok=V-st4RM9)
Little Chick is impatient and oh-so-child-like in each of her three short adventures. Wise Old-Auntie provides gentle guidance to Little Chick. Large pages support expressive, open, and winning watercolors to complement the satisfying story in three chapters.
Little Chick
![The Imaginary Garden](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1554532795.jpg?itok=rpeJ3she)
A little girl misses her grandfather’s old house where he would tell her about the flowers. Sadly, his new apartment has only a balcony but together they create an imaginative, artistic garden one brush stroke at a time. Warmth abounds in this gentle tale.
The Imaginary Garden
![Good Dog, Aggie](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1570916462.jpg?itok=wHKpS5kM)
Ben is trying to train Aggie, a small brown and white dog, but she doesn’t listen very well at all. But “bad dog” turns to “good dog” when Aggie finally understands what her human friend expects of her in this warmly illustrated and told tale.
Good Dog, Aggie
![Foo, the Flying Frog of Washtub Pond](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763636150.jpg?itok=uEKwlQPR)
As Foo, a frog, grows larger, so does his conviction that he is the biggest animal in the world. Of course, when Foo deflates, his friends assure him he’s still a fine size for a frog. Onomatopoeia and jaunty illustrations distinguish this retelling.
Foo, the Flying Frog of Washtub Pond
![Fancy Nancy Explorer Extraordinaire](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0061684864.jpg?itok=8aoUw8lp)
Fancy Nancy is back, this time exploring in her own backyard. Photographs combine with signature illustration to introduce the wonders of real butterflies, birds, leaves, and more — that young explorers anywhere will find and appreciate.
Fancy Nancy Explorer Extraordinaire
![Shake It Up, Baby!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1416967370.jpg?itok=9ncJpOnN)
Chubby, rounded children in bright colors whish and swish, shake and bang in this sturdy board book with its built-in rattle. The rattle adds to the playfulness, though the language alone will get the young children moving.
Shake It Up, Baby!
![Seymour and Henry](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763642436.jpg?itok=QscTR87u)
When their mother tells them their day of play is about to end, two ducklings run away — “pit-a-pat” — until it starts to rain. Gentle illustrations depict the appealing toy duck family.
Seymour and Henry
![Please Pick Me Up, Mama!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1416979778.jpg?itok=SO-Xy4C7)
A young raccoon seeks attention from her ever-patient mother. She wants to be held then put down throughout their day together, until the youngster whispers “good night.” Soft illustrations in warm hues show their cozy world and affectionate relationship.
Please Pick Me Up, Mama!
![The I Love You Book](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0316019852.jpg?itok=rAN_F4J2)
A heart shaped cut-out on the front cover invites readers into the book in which child-like illustrations in primary colors depict adults’ unconditional love for children. Round-faced, smiling adults love them when they are shy or sharing, stinky or squeaky clean.
The I Love You Book
![I Know a Lot of Things](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0811866157.jpg?itok=Vhl64Non)
All children know a lot of things like when “I look in a mirror/what I see is me” and that they will continue to grow and learn. Poetic, child-like realizations combine with strong, uncluttered graphics to affirm and maybe even instruct.
I Know a Lot of Things
![Choo Choo](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763634778.jpg?itok=RT_FVPWB)
A train of children “chuff” and “choo choo” down the tracks, through a tunnel, and into the sun — until they get to the beach. “Hooray!”