Early Childhood Education > Parents & Children
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Monica Sweeney, Feronia Parker-Thomas How the Crayons Saved the Unicorn
A shy unicorn has a hard time making friends. In his sadness, his colors start to fade away until they are gone completely. Worrying that he may never get back his colors or make true friends, the unicorn finds himself lost and alone. It is not until he comes across a group of spunky crayons that his world changes. The crayons band together to help their new friend get back his colors, and in the process play and have fun. The crayons' helping generosity and friendship may just be what the unicorn has been missing! Ages 3-6
$22.95
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Saxton Freymann, Joost Elffers How Are You Peeling? Foods With Moods
"Amused? Confused? Frustrated? Surprised? Try these feelings on for size." This is a book that asks all the right questions. And leaves you feeling great no matter what the answers are!
$9.99
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Oliver Jeffers The Heart and the Bottle
What happens when that special someone who encourages such wonder and magic is no longer around? We can hide, we can place our heart in a bottle and grow up . . . or we can find another special someone who understands the magic. And we can encourage them to see things in the stars, find joy among colors and laughter as they play. A wonderful story about dealing with loss of a parent. For children ages 4 to 8.
$29.50
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Carol McCloud, Dave Messing Have You Filled A Bucket Today?: A Guide To Daily Happiness For Kids
While using a simple metaphor of a bucket and a dipper, author Carol McCloud illustrates that when we choose to be kind, we not only fill the buckets of those around us, but also fill our OWN bucket! Conversely, when we choose to say or do mean things, we are dipping into buckets. All day long, we are either filling up or dipping into each other's buckets by what we say and what we do. When you're a bucket filler, you make the world a better place to be!This book is perfect for children, parents, grandparents, teachers and people that want to teach empathy, nurture, kindness and create a positive environment in their home, classroom, workplace and community.
$14.95
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Elizabeth Verdick, Marjorie Lisovskis Happy Healthy Baby Series
Bouncy rhythms and bright photos and illustrations capture the moments and moods of baby's day and hold baby's attention. As the books are shared with them, babies absorb concepts of love, safety, and confidence. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all parents read to babies from birth. These sturdy-format books include tips for parents and caregivers. A perfect gift for baby showers, newborns, and birthdays.
$64.00
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Peter H. Reynolds Happy Dreamer
Ages 4-8 While the world tells us to sit still, to follow the rules, and to color inside the lines, Happy Dreamer celebrates all those moments in between when the mind and spirit soar and we are free to become our own true dreamer maximus! In Peter's signature voice and style, this empowering picture book reminds children of how much their dreams matter, and while life will have ups and downs, he enlists readers to stay true to who they are, to tap into their most creative inner selves, and to never forget to dream big!
$21.99
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Harvey Karp The Happiest Baby On The Block: The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Newborn Baby Sleep Longer
Karp, a pediatrician in Santa Monica, Calif., and assistant professor at the School of Medicine, UCLA, offers a new method to calm and soothe crying infants. While nursing or being held satisfies some babies, others seemingly cry for hours for no reason. These babies suffer from what Karp calls the Fourth Trimester. When you bring your soft, dimpled newborn home from the hospital, you may think your nursery is a peaceful sanctuary.... To him, it's a disorienting world part Las Vegas casino, part dark closet!
$27.99
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Martine Agassi, Marieka Heinlen Hands are Not for Hitting - Board Book
It’s never too soon for children to learn that violence is never okay, hands can do many good things, and everyone is capable of positive, loving actions. In this bright, inviting, durable board book, simple words and full-color illustrations teach these important concepts in ways even very young children can understand. Created in response to requests from parents, preschool teachers, and childcare providers, this book belongs everywhere young children are. Includes tips for parents and caregivers.
$15.50
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Sam McBratney, Anita Jeram Guess How Much I Love You Board Book
"Guess how much I love you," says Little Nutbrown Hare. Little Nutbrown Hare shows his daddy how much he loves him: as wide as he can reach and as far as he can hop. But Big Nutbrown Hare, who can reach farther and hop higher, loves him back just as much. Well then Little Nutbrown Hare loves him right up to the moon, but that's just halfway to Big Nutbrown Hare's love for him.
$11.95
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Suzanne Lang, Max Lang Grumpy Monkey's Little Book of Grumpiness
What can make a grumpy monkey less grumpy? A ball? A banana? A rainbow? How about a frog in a fluffy wig? Nothing seems to work, but fortunately for young readers Jim's frown is finally turned upside down with the help of his good friend Norman.
$11.99
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Anne Miranda, Ed Emberley Glad Monster, Sad Monster
A Book About Feelings In this innovative die-cut book, featuring a snazzy foil cover, you'll try on funny masks as you walk through the wide range of moods all little monsters (and kids!) experience. A fun, interactive way to explore the many different ways we feel! Caldecott Medal-winning author/artist Ed Emberley provides readers with an imaginatively crafted book that helps children identify and understand their emotions.
$20.99
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Ashley McIntosh, Alex Maertz The Girl and the Sun
Follow along with a spirited girl as she dances in the beauty of the world... until she notices a cloud floating above her head. The girl tries everything to get rid of the cloud but it won't go away. It's only when she looks outside of herself to help a boy struggling with his own cloud that she learns the only way to shrink a cloud is to grow her sun. The Girl and The Sun is an endearing picture book that uses beautiful imagery and metaphor to teach a simple but meaningful message: What you give to the world, you get back.
$21.99
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Andy Pizza Get The Giggles
When you feel fed up, how do you lift your mood? Laugh out loud as you turn the pages to see how funny pretend laughter can be! With this book in hand, take a moment to be silly, boost your mood, and experience joy and connection through laughter. Invisible Things introduced the wonderful concept of exploring the invisible things that make up the human experience, encouraging us to look past the visible and connect with the things that are not seen. This inviting board book brings the idea into an interactive format, offering kids a great way to explore and take charge of their emotions.
$14.99
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Elizabeth Verdick, Marieka Heinlen Germs Are Not for Sharing - Board Book
Achoo! Cough! F-L-U-S-H! What to do? In childcare, in preschool, at home, and everywhere, toddlers need to learn that germs are not for sharing. Rather than focus on what germs are, this book teaches the basics of not spreading them: Cover up a sneeze or cough. Hug or blow kisses when you’re sick. And most of all, wash your hands! Child-friendly words and full-color illustrations help little ones stay clean and healthy. Includes tips and ideas for parents and caregivers.
$15.50
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Elizabeth Verdick, Marieka Heinlen Feet Are Not For Kicking - Board Book
“Look at those feet! Aren’t they sweet?” Yes—when they’re walking, standing, leaping and landing. And when they’re kicking balls or leaves. But not when they’re kicking people! In simple words and charming full-color illustrations, this book helps little ones learn to use their feet for fun, not in anger or frustration. It also includes tips for parents and caregivers on how to help toddlers be sweet with their feet.
$15.50
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Todd Parr The Feelings Book
Sometimes I feel silly. Sometimes I feel like eating pizza for breakfast. Sometimes I feel brave. Sometimes I feel like trying something new... The Feelings Book vibrantly illustrates the wide range of moods we all experience. Kids and adults will appreciate Todd Parr's quirky intelligence as he pays special attention to the ever-changing, sometimes nonsensical emotions that we all feel. Targeted to young children first beginning to read, this book will inspire kids to discuss their multitude of feelings in a kid-friendly, accessible format, told through Parr's trademark bold, bright colors and silly scenes. Along with the four other bestselling Todd Parr picture books, The Feelings Book is designed to encourage early literacy, enhance emotional development, celebrate multiculturalism, and promote character growth.
$12.99
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Andy J. Pizza & Sophie Miller Feel Calm
When you feel wound up, how do you get the knots out? Follow along to unwind the tangled mess of ups, downs, and loop the loops and find the way back to calm. With this book in hand, take a moment to pause, take a deep breath, and practice mindfulness and grounding techniques perfectly suited for young readers. Invisible Things introduced the wonderful concept of exploring the invisible things that make up the human experience, encouraging us to look past the visible and connect with the things that are not seen. This inviting board book brings the idea into an interactive format, offering kids a great way to explore and take charge of their emotions.
$14.99
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Dan Saks, Brooke Smart Families Belong
This deliciously warm board book is an appreciation of the unconditional love and comfort shared within a family. Through a handful of specific yet universal scenarios, from singing songs together to sharing food together, from dancing together to lying still together, this book invites the youngest readers to celebrate what it means for a family to be truly together.
$11.99
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Helen H. Raikes, Carolyn Pope Edwards Extending the Dance in Infant and Toddler Caregiving: Enhancing Attachment and Relationships
Secure attachment between child and parent is one of the most important factors in early learning and development-and for children in infant-toddler programs, teachers are a critical third partner in this relationship dance. That's why child care administrators and educators need this warm and practical program guide. An in-depth blueprint for promoting attachment and relationships in early childhood settings, this book helps professional caregivers and educators develop sensitive, nurturing relationships with young children. In the process, they'll strengthen parent-child attachment and the supportive relationships among the adults who nurture the children.
$49.95 $29.97
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Jennifer L. Holm, Matthew Holm The Evil Princess vs. the Brave Knight
Meet the Evil Princess and the Brave Knight. She casts terrible spells, while he fights dragons. He rescues cats in distress, while she makes mischief. No wonder there isn't much peace in this kingdom! But is the Evil Princess really so evil? And is the Brave Knight truly as chivalrous as he seems? Children and parents will laugh at seeing familiar family dynamics play out in this charming and imaginative new story. Ages 3-7
$23.99
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Derek Munson, Tara Calahan King Enemy Pie
It was the perfect summer. That is, until Jeremy Ross moved into the house down the street and became neighborhood enemy number one. Luckily Dad had a sure-fire way to get rid of enemies: Enemy Pie. But part of the secret recipe is spending an entire day playing with the enemy! In this funny yet endearing story, one little boy learns an effective recipe for turning your best enemy into your best friend. Accompanied by charming illustrations, Enemy Pie serves up a sweet lesson in the difficulties and ultimate rewards of making new friends.
$25.99
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Elizabeth Verdick , Marjorie Lisovskis Eat: A Board Book About Mealtime
Healthy Baby Board Book Series Every day, in every way, babies eat. From bottles and breasts, trays and bowls. With fingers and with spoons. Join these babies as they explore and enjoy the many foods that help them grow healthy and strong. Hungry baby, food's so yummy. Look at how it fills your tummy. Bouncy rhythms and bright photos and illustrations are sure to capture baby's attention.
$11.95
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Steve Small The Duck Who Didn't Like Water
Duck is not like other ducks. Duck doesn't like water and is perfectly fine alone, thank you very much. But then, one dark and stormy night, an outgoing, water-loving, and very lost Frog turns up at Duck's door. Can this odd couple find Frog's home? And will they find friendship along the way?
$23.99
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Jennifer Moore Mallinos, Marta Fabrega Do You Have A Secret?
Every child has secrets, and many secrets are fun to keep--for instance, a surprise birthday gift for Mom, or a secret handshake with a young friend. But sometimes, children have secrets that make them feel bad, and these secrets are best shared with their parents, or with some trusted older person. A child who is bullied might be inclined to keep it secret, but it's always best to tell parents about it. Or children who are touched intimately and improperly by an older person will soon feel better if they reveal the secret to parents. This book helps kids distinguish between good and bad secrets. Even very young children have concerns and anxieties, and Tell Somebody Books are written and illustrated especially for them.
$13.50
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