![Surf's Up](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0735842205.jpg?itok=Xvo5AmZ7)
Bro and Dude, two frog friends, have differing ideas about what makes for a fun day at the beach. Dude, dressed in swim trunks, surfboard in hand, is totally ready to catch some waves. Bro, meanwhile, has his head buried in a book (Moby Dick) and wants to keep reading. Despite his claim that “books are boring,” Dude finds himself increasingly interested in the story about a man looking for a whale. A joyful and humor-filled ode to the magic of imagination and reading.
Surf’s Up
![Never Insult a Killer Zucchini](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1580896189.jpg?itok=AkTE1rHw)
Readers may never look at a science fair in the same way after reading this alphabetical introduction to one school’s effort. From “Anti-matter” to “Zero gravity” (and of course, an animated z for zucchini) real and imagined inventions (differentiated in an endnote) and science concepts are presented. Cartoon illustrations and speech bubbles are used in this silly romp.
Never Insult a Killer Zucchini
![Leaps and Bounce](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1423152344.jpg?itok=-nehXh-W)
Lots of eggs all “Round and spotted/polka-dotted” are in the pond. Readers will soon see tadpoles “Wiggle tails!/Squiggle tales!” emerge in this light, rhyming journey from egg to frog. Delightful wordplay combines with comic illustrations, many on pages that open to double the size, sure to engage young readers or listeners.
Leaps and Bounce
![Frankencrayon](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0062252119.jpg?itok=-nw4SWKz)
Why would it be cancelled? What villain has added the red scribble to the picture book stage? With tongue in cheek, the author presents another humorous look at the life and interactions of crayons, this time riffing on old horror movies. Bold crayon characters (and scribbles) appear on open pages with varied typeface.
Frankencrayon
![Frog on a Log?](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0545687918.jpg?itok=jQfRC-wz)
Silly rhymes abound as a cat informs a frog that it must sit on a log, a hare on a chair, goats on coats, cows on plows, etc. All’s well until a dog —of course — sits on the frog! Comic illustrations accompany the lively language to enhance the spirited wordplay.
Frog on a Log?
![Chirp](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/B0000A0NLN.jpg?itok=KOspTAA9)
Chirp reflects the energy, curiosity and humour of children ages 3 to 6 as they discover the world around them. With read-out-loud stories, engaging illustrations, interactive puzzles, games and crafts, Chirp is a comforting companion for kids.
Chirp
![Special Delivery](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1596439319.jpg?itok=E9gPWU6X)
How young Sadie manages to deliver the elephant to her Great-Aunt Josephine makes for a laugh inducing romp. The silly story is told through comic illustration and an unassuming text with lots of sound effects.
Special Delivery
![The Queen’s Hat](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0545835569.jpg?itok=9a551x_M)
Visit some of London’s landmarks as the palace guards chase down the queen’s hat that the wind blew off her head. Royal head and hat are reunited after the jaunt shared on open pages that use strong line and dashes of color for a regal read.
The Queen’s Hat
![My Dog, Bob](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0823433862.jpg?itok=tv5X0Yk0)
Bob is a very talented pup who lives with the young narrator and his family. Bob, however, is not a showoff, demonstrating his talent for his family only. The understated, easy-to-read text and lightly colored cartoon line drawings emphasize the humor of Bob’s humility and his family’s affection for him.
My Dog, Bob
![Bear Ate Your Sandwich](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0375858601.jpg?itok=S97dI6wD)
A bear finds his way to the city where a sandwich is left unattended. Does the bear eat it before returning to the forest – or could it be someone else? Careful examination of the illustrations makes one wonder in this charming narration with slyly humorous and elucidating illustrations.
Bear Ate Your Sandwich
![Who Done It?](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1452141983.jpg?itok=J3RH-OWJ)
Only one in a large, good-humored cast of cartoon human and animal characters enacts the answers to questions posed such as “Who didn’t get enough sleep?” and ”Who ate all the jam?” Careful examination is needed but sure to result in chuckles and lots of re-readings
Who Done It?
![Where’s the Baboon?](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1592701892.jpg?itok=LWql-VJP)
Playing with words is fun in this spirited combination of word and image as both hold the answer to the questions asked. For example, the double page spread on which “Who bought the apple?” is asked, the arm of an ape can be seen. The letters in the answer are in a different color as well for the more text-oriented in this fresh and fun book.
Where’s the Baboon?
![Little Robot](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1626720800.jpg?itok=bk9i8UOq)
A little girl activates a robot and finds a friend but now must save her friend from fierce, nasty robots. This nearly wordless adventure is presented in comic book form and is sure to delight young readers.
Little Robot
![Francine Poulet Meets the Ghost Raccoon](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763668869.jpg?itok=Bi7rWz57)
Animal control officer Francine Poulet has a crisis of confidence when the animal comes out on top after Francine’s first encounter with the screaming “ghost” raccoon. Humor abounds in both the story and illustrations in this rollicking and very satisfying saga.
Francine Poulet Meets the Ghost Raccoon
![Frank Einstein and the Brain Turbo](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1419716433.jpg?itok=Zro6kIiL)
Boy genius, Frank Einstein, and friends explore energy and other science topics as they relate to their everyday interests. The latest in the series is filled will wordplay, science ideas and additional silliness to engage even the most reluctant readers. The heavily illustrated book will not disappoint Frank Einstein fans.
Frank Einstein and the Brain Turbo
![Count the Monkeys](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/count-the-monkeys.jpeg?itok=uAr1CnSa)
Kids will giggle as they count all the animals that have frightened the monkeys off the pages. Full of fun reader interactions and keeps readers guessing until the very last page!
Count the Monkeys
![The Skunk](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1596439661.jpg?itok=XRg6kV0V)
When a skunk first appears in the tuxedoed man’s doorway, it’s a strange but possibly harmless occurrence. But then the man finds the skunk following him, and the unlikely pair embark on an increasingly frantic chase through the city, from the streets to the opera house to the fairground. What does the skunk want? It’s not clear ― but soon the man has bought a new house in a new neighborhood to escape the little creature’s attention, only to find himself missing something …
The Skunk
![Sam and Dave Dig a Hole](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763662291.jpg?itok=4DVxigTs)
Sam and Dave are on a mission. A mission to find something spectacular. So they dig a hole. And they keep digging. And they find … nothing. Yet the day turns out to be pretty spectacular after all. Attentive readers will be rewarded with a rare treasure in this witty story of looking for the extraordinary — and finding it in a manner you’d never expect.
Sam and Dave Dig a Hole
![The Case of the Case of Mistaken Identity (The Brixton Brothers #1)](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/case-of-mistaken-identity.jpeg?itok=8O9fBouz)
It all starts here: The thrilling story of Steve Brixton’s first case. Our hero has a national treasure to recover, a criminal mastermind to unmask, and a social studies report due Monday – all while on the run from cops, thugs, and secret-agent librarians. (Goodreads)
The Case of the Case of Mistaken Identity (The Brixton Brothers #1)
![Attack of the Growling Eyeballs (Who Shrunk Daniel Funk?)](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1416909583.jpg?itok=PWRc5uo7)
Meet Daniel Funk, a regular guy who’s stuck living in a house full of girls. Why couldn’t he have a brother instead of all those sisters? That would be so cool. When Daniel shrinks to the size of the fourth toe on his left foot, he discovers that he actually does have a brother. A little brother. A very little brother. He’s Pablo Funk, Daniel’s tiny twin, who is a toeful of trouble. When Daniel and Pablo decide to have some fun at their sisters’ party and let loose a giant hissing cockroach just to watch the girls scream, they find out that it’s dangerous to be so small. This is the first book in the Daniel Funk series.
Attack of the Growling Eyeballs (Who Shrunk Daniel Funk?)
![Squish: The Power of the Parasite](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0375843914.jpg?itok=5QUPbFjG)
School’s out! Everyone’s favorite amoeba is headed to summer camp! Squish’s summer is turning out to be terrifying! For one thing, Squish can’t swim. And to make matters worse, his new camp friend is a Hydra (scientific fact: A hydra’s tentacles can paralyze you!). Will Squish sink or will he swim this summer?
Squish: The Power of the Parasite
![Squish: Brave New Pond](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0375843906.jpg?itok=bAVT0Dvh)
It’s a brand new school year for everyone’s favorite amoeba! Will Squish finally get to sit with the cool kids at lunch? Will Pod stop the giant asteroid from destroying the world? Will the leeches be the end of Super Amoeba? And what makes cafeteria nachos so delicious anyway?
Squish: Brave New Pond
![Maybelle Goes to School](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0805091580.jpg?itok=KLAnaf5I)
Maybelle, a cockroach decked out with a pink bow, can’t resist the temptation of a cake and so winds up at a school bake sale. How she escapes unharmed and rescues her flea friend make a very funny school story. Line illustrations add to the humor.
Maybelle Goes to School
![If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, DON'T!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0316376574.jpg?itok=rjlQi0o4)
Even though Magnolia assures her teacher that her large, green alligator won’t be any trouble, together girl and reptile prove the opposite. Messy, mischievous Magnolia not only gets her name on the board but three checks beside it and a trip to the principal in this rollicking tale.