![Stormchaser](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0440420881.jpg?itok=FOBO6Gir)
Since his childhood in the DeepWoods, young Twig has always longed to soar above the forest canopy and explore the sky. Now a crew member on his father’s sky pirate ship, the Stormchaser, his dream seems fulfilled. But a much higher destiny awaits Twig. The lofty city of Sanctaphrax—built on a giant rock, floating high in the sky—is at the point of disaster. The city’s future is dependent on stormphrax—a valuable substance available only from the heart of a Great Storm. And only the Stormchaser, with Twig onboard, could risk entering a storm…
Stormchaser
![Beyond the Deepwoods](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0440420873.jpg?itok=65rbtJ3k)
Young Twig lives in the Deepwoods, among the Woodtrolls, but he isn’t one of them. In a brave attempt to find out where he belongs, Twig wanders into the mysterious, dangerous world beyond the Deepwoods. He meets a collection of odd companions, such as his wise guardian, the Caterbird; the Slaughterers, a peaceful race who butcher animals for their livelihood; and the vicious, bile-swilling Rotsucker. Always watching out for the horrible Gloamglozer, whose presence haunts the thoughts of all the inhabitants of The Edge, Twig steadfastly pursues his quest until he discovers his roots, not among the trees, but in the skies
Beyond the Deepwoods
![Tickle Tickle](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0689819862_0.jpg?itok=TUFvzSdV)
Chubby cheeked babies of many hues are shown in crisp illustrations doing things that babies do. The simple words are playful and energetic, just like the children in this and others by Oxenbury such as Clap Hands and All Fall Down.
Tickle Tickle
![Say Goodnight](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0689819870.jpg?itok=-Y4veAiH)
Even the most active baby or toddler must sleep sometime, and in this story the children “say goodnight.” Similar to Tickle Tickle and All Fall Down, this is a sure hit to share with babies and toddlers.
Say Goodnight
![Farmer Duck](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763689181.jpg?itok=3fSlTLeC)
“How goes the work?” demands the lazy farmer. The beleaguered worker Duck responds, “Quack…” until, the cow, sheep, and hens hatch a plan to run the lazy man off of the farm. The expressive illustrations and satisfying telling continue to delight as it celebrates its 25th anniversary.
Farmer Duck
![All Fall Down](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0689819854.jpg?itok=GG_PaRQT)
Young children will appreciate the game played by children (also in Tickle Tickle) in this sturdy book. Rhyming text and uncluttered illustrations are just right to share with the youngest child.
All Fall Down
![Alice's Adventures in Wonderland](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763620491.jpg?itok=rQYoQoqk)
Lewis Carroll’s classic story of Alice and her fantastic journey has been freshly illustrated. Gentle, full-color illustrations retain the original tone and make the story appealing and accessible for modern children.
Alice down the rabbit hole comes to life in this masterful, unabridged reading of the classic fantasy, bringing it to life all over again.
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
![Princess Baby](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0375841199.jpg?itok=QgjKBaC7)
Early on, toddlers can discover princesses and like to be treated as royalty. This is definitely true for the round-faced baby who with her sparkly crown and shoes doesn’t understand why her loving parents call her silly names like cupcake. The humor is for the adults, the book is for young princesses everywhere.
Princess Baby
![Peekaboo Bedtime](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0399243844.jpg?itok=azXvtrr6)
A cheerful child gets ready for bed, playing and saying “Peekaboo! I see…” until at last, ready for bed, the child sees “you!” This companion to Peekaboo Morning (opens in a new window) features the same child but stands alone.
Peekaboo Bedtime
![Jazzmatazz!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0060772891.jpg?itok=mWehQulO)
Words make music and it’s sure apparent as the words and illustrations swirl and move around the pages of this lively and engaging book. Celebrate music and music-making when sharing this book aloud.
Jazzmatazz!
![Giant John](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0805082956.jpg?itok=kdobLRNG)
John is a truly gentle giant who sets out to make his way in the world. He finds a job with a royal family (providing climate control among other duties). John and his old friends find the true meaning of friendship when near disaster strikes.
Giant John
![Five Little Firefighters](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0805086978.jpg?itok=zesC6i8L)
Just when the five firefighters are getting ready to eat their dinner, an alarm sends them out to rescue a family and their cat. The small size, lots of onomatopoeic language, and a diverse cast of firefighters make this contemporary book even more appealing.
Five Little Firefighters
![Everybody Bonjours!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0375844430.jpg?itok=Q5Q7CB2d)
Follow a family on vacation where it is clear that “When in Paris, everybody bonjours.” Illustrations are reminiscent of Bemelmans’ Madeline series with their delicate touch and fondness for Paris. An afterward provides a bit of information about the places visited.
Everybody Bonjours!
![Who Ate All the Cookie Dough?](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0805082670.jpg?itok=7oGwEdP3)
Eeny, meeny, miney, moe! Who ate all the cookie dough? asks a mother kangaroo of other animals. No one knows, of course, until the culprit can be found quite close to home! Children will catch on to the repetition quickly and will delight in the rhyming response.
Who Ate All the Cookie Dough?
![The Sandman](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/080507726X.jpg?itok=WMHrDHFd)
Have you ever wondered where the sand found in sleepy eyes comes from? It’s explained in this appealing, old-fashioned feeling story of a tiny man named Tor who realizes that the sand from a found dragon’s scale makes everyone sleepy.
The Sandman
![Night's Nice](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0316066230.jpg?itok=AXP9qJsX)
Night can be a great time for lots of things; seeing fireworks, or city lights. It’s even good for sleeping. This book is as fresh as when it was first published with lilting language and colorful illustration.
Night’s Nice
![Monkey and Me](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1416954570.jpg?itok=Qsu7JbQo)
A slightly frumpy, highly energetic girl and her expressive toy monkey dramatize seeing different animals from penguins to well, monkeys. The repeated phrase “Monkey and me…” combines with animated illustrations that use few colors for great impact.
Monkey and Me
![Mommy, Do You Love Me?](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763634700.jpg?itok=pwC0kzz7)
His mother loves her chick unconditionally; she can lose her temper when requests for quiet go unheeded. Little Chick realizes that even though they get mad, parents and kids always love each other. Large, comic illustrations enhance the wit of the presentation.
Mommy, Do You Love Me?
![How to Heal a Broken Wing](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763639036.jpg?itok=fxTH2Onp)
Children often see what adults miss, and so it is when Will finds a pigeon with a broken wing on the sidewalk of a busy city. Will and his parents, help the bird recover over time then release it. Limited text and well paced and placed illustrations tell the affecting story.
How to Heal a Broken Wing
![Doggone Dogs](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0803731574.jpg?itok=9WMrUtht)
Ten hounds escape from their unfortunate owner for an adventurous — and very funny — day out and about. The comic illustrations build with the lively rhyming language for a zany escapade.
Doggone Dogs
![Dog and Bear: Two's Company](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/159643273X.jpg?itok=dpZ54xcf)
Even the best of friends sometimes have problems they must work out. And it’s true for Dog and Bear, the best friends who can get angry but get over it. Simply crafted illustrations are the perfect complement to the uncomplicated text.
Dog and Bear: Two’s Company
![Danny Diamondback](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0061131849.jpg?itok=5zcd3oNK)
Danny, a young rattlesnake all alone, tries to befriend other desert animals but without success; that is, until he meets a prairie dog with a vision problem. Exaggerated illustrations use varied perspectives to add humor to the text told with a twang.
Danny Diamondback
![Alfie and the Big Boys](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0370328841.jpg?itok=4pWZBBd1)
Things aren’t always as they seem as young Alfie learns when he helps one of the “big boys” Alfie knows from the school next door. Young readers will see themselves in Hughes’ gentle illustrations which depict everyday people doing daily things.
Alfie and the Big Boys
![Silent Music: A Story of Baghdad](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1596432764.jpg?itok=BzLzBnLa)
Ali, a contemporary boy living in Bagdad enjoys soccer, “loud, parent-rattling music,” and Arabic calligraphy. Ali finds solace in it during the noise of war much like 13th century calligrapher Yakut. Dynamic, evocative illustrations make this book memorable, sure to remind readers that children are similar world-over.