Hen Hears Gossip

Hen Hears Gossip
Author: Megan McDonald
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2008-04-22
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0061138762

Hen hears Pig whisper a secret to Cow ("Psst. Psst. Psst."), and in no time at all Hen tells Duck ("Psst. Psst. Psst.") who tells Goose ("Psst. Psst. Psst.") who tells Turkey ("Psst. Psst. Psst.") who tells Hen ("Psst. Psst. Psst.") something not so nice about Hen herself. "Whhaat?" Hen is outraged. She's got to figure out who's behind the rumor. But will she discover even more than she bargained for?

The Perfect Seat

The Perfect Seat
Author: Minh Lê
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2019-11-04
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1368046096

From the acclaimed author of Drawn Together and Lift, Minh Lê, comes a playful ode to laptime storytelling. This child and their parent are almost ready for story time -- but first, they must find the perfect seat! This cozy picture book takes readers through various opposites ("Too rough! Too slippery!") as characters search for just the right spot. Adorable art by acclaimed illustrator Gus Gordon invites adults and children to giggle all the way through to the heartwarming ending, when the answer falls right into their laps -- because the perfect seat for a child is, indeed, right in a parent's lap. Don't miss LET ME FINISH!, also by Minh Lê!

My Red Balloon

My Red Balloon
Author: Kazuaki Yamada
Publisher: Michael Neugebauer Books
Total Pages: 56
Release: 2011
Genre: Animals
ISBN: 9789881915498

A girl begins a happy bus outing with her beautiful red balloon, but is crestfallen when her balloon suddenly flies away. But the bus driver and a bear on board come gallantly to her rescue.

The Little Guys

The Little Guys
Author: Vera Brosgol
Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
Total Pages: 23
Release: 2019-04-02
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1250254558

An adorable cautionary tale from Caldecott Honoree Vera Brosgol We are the Little Guys. Yes, we are small. But there are a lot of us. Together we are strong, and we can get all we need. The Little Guys might be small, but they aim to be mighty. As they head off to find breakfast, they can conquer anything through teamwork—cross deep waters, dig through obstacles, and climb the tallest trees. Nothing can stop them! But as they begin to amass more than they need, the creatures in the forest ponder—what happens when no one can stop the Little Guys? This slyly funny and rambunctious read-aloud explores how strength in numbers only works when the whole community unites together. A School Library Journal Best Book of 2019 A 2019 Horn Book Fanfare Best of 2019 Book

Big Words for Little Geniuses

Big Words for Little Geniuses
Author: Susan Patterson
Publisher: jimmy patterson
Total Pages: 67
Release: 2017-09-04
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0316502944

The ABCs get a fun twist in this New York Times bestselling picture book that joyfully teaches wondrous big words to curious learners. This clever picture book by James and Susan Patterson is filled with amazing A-to-Z art, sophisticated words, and definitions for young logophiles (word lovers!). This is the perfect gift for the little ones in your life with "bibliomania," who will appreciate the "juxtaposition" of impressive words and bright, beautiful illustrations. Includes a list of extra words in the back for further learning. Delightfully whimsical artwork by artist Hsinping Pan brings these big words to life. This early foray into learning is a rollicking read-aloud and tons of fun for all ages.

Have You Seen Elephant?

Have You Seen Elephant?
Author: David Barrow
Publisher: Gecko Press (Tm)
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2015
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1776570081

Elephant wants to play hide and seek. See if you can help the others find him--he's very good at hiding This tale of absurdity is perfect for sharing with children who will love finding Elephant (and being faster at it than the boy in the book ). Watch out for the dog and the tortoise, too . . .

Rereadings

Rereadings
Author: Anne Fadiman
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2006-09-05
Genre: Literary Collections
ISBN: 9780374530549

Answering the question "is a book the same the second time around?" this collection of essays includes contributions from Sven Krkerts, Allegra Goodman, Vivian Gornick, Patricia Hampl, Phillip Lopate, and Luc Sante, among others.

This Is the Nest That Robin Built

This Is the Nest That Robin Built
Author: Denise Fleming
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2018-03-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 148143084X

A robin’s animal friends help build her nest in this cumulative collage picture book from Caldecott Honor recipient Denise Fleming. Robin is building a nest, and her friends are ready to help! The squirrel trims the twigs. The dog brings the string. The horse shares his straw. And then a surprise gatefold spread reveals how Robin knits them all together to make a safe and cozy home for her babies.

Hello, My Name Is Ruby

Hello, My Name Is Ruby
Author: Philip C. Stead
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 46
Release: 2013-09-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1596438096

Ruby, a very small bird in a very big world, is looking for a friend, so she introduces herself in this stunning new picture book by Caldecott Medalist Stead ("A Sick Day for Amos McGee"). Full color.

Pigs Love Potatoes

Pigs Love Potatoes
Author: Anika Denise
Publisher:
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2007
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

A counting book in which increasing numbers of pigs arrive and are recruited to help as Mamma cooks potatoes.