A group of children shakes shapes out of a box and discovers the fun of using circles, squares, triangles, semicircles, rectangles, and their imaginations.
Archive for the ‘Concepts’
Some Smug Slug
A self-assured slug slithers up a suspicious slope. A sparrow, spider, stink bug, and several other spectators shout ‘Stop!’ But this slug is smug, and heeds not his companions’ caution. He’ll wish he had when he sees the shocking surprise that awaits him at the summit! 1997 Notable Children’s Book in the Language Arts; ‘School Library Journal’. Best Books of 1996.
Oh, the Colors/ De Colores
Perfect for native Spanish speakers learning English, or vice versa, this traditional Spanish folk song is brought to life by bestselling illustrator Ashley Wolff’s striking artwork. The familiar Spanish song translates well into English, and children from all cultures will soon be cackling and peeping, ‘cara’-ing and ‘pio’-ing along with the chicks and hens on the farm. Musical notation is included, as well as a page that introduces readers to the Spanish and English words for the colors featured in the book.
Charlotte and the White Horse
Continuing a two-year program to bring back twenty-two Maurice Sendak treasures long out of print, our second season of publication highlights one of the most successful author-illustrator pairings of all time. A pioneer of great children’s literature, Ruth Krausspublished more than thirty books for children during a career that spanned forty years. Krauss and Sendak collaborated on eight books, and we are delighted to reintroduce four of these gems in brand-new editions, together with a favorite Maurice Sendak picture book.
Who’s Under That Hat?
Little ones are invited to lift the flaps and discover the creatures lurking beneath each hat, in an interactive novelty book that features pop-ups, materials to touch, and other surprises!
