Barefoot Books 2012-2013 US Catalog

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“Everything big that occurred in the world occurred in someone’s imagination” — Astrid Lindgren

At Barefoot Books, we believe in the power of imagining and in the power of sharing. We are in the business of storytelling. For us, stories are at the heart of human relationships, so we think it is worth bringing the best possible care and attention to the stories we create for children. Of course, a good children’s story speaks to all of us, whatever our age. One of the rewards of working with children is the way we adults can discover afresh the sense of play and wonder, discovery and delight that comes with the sharing of a good story. This catalog brings you the best of the stories we’ve created since we started Barefoot Books in 1992. Some of them are brand new; some have become contemporary classics; some bring together the latest developments in digital technology with traditional printing methods. Like children, we don’t want the world to stand still! The books and gifts you will find on these pages are intended to surprise, delight and inspire you. And of course, they are not just for reading. They are also gateways to all kinds of activities and experiments, from dressing up to gardening to kite making. Read on, and let us know what you’d like to see more of. Nancy Traversy and Tessa Strickland Co-Founders

Cover illustration by David Dean from Barefoot Books World Atlas (see page 43).


Table of contents

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Inspire young readers with the perfect balance of art and language. | 2

Travel the world Natural child Fun first steps Creative kids Index

Broaden horizons and celebrate global diversity. | 40

Help youngsters to care for the natural world and its creatures. | 68

Engage young minds with playful early learning themes. | 86

Keep little hands busy with these fun games and activities. | 128

Find our products by title, contributor, geography and culture. | 140 Don’t miss the comprehensive listing of our award winners!

Protecting the Planet We take our environmental and social responsibilities seriously. We ensure that our products are made by audited manufacturers and printers, and we use only ancient-forest friendly paper in all of our books. We are committed to developing content that has long-term value, and we are careful to minimize our impact on the environment at every stage of a project’s development. We’ve printed this catalog on FSC®-certified paper using vegetable-based inks. Please look after it! We produce a limited number to help conserve natural resources. All prices listed in this catalog are suggested retail only and are subject to change without notice. Visit us online for current availability and pricing. Throughout this catalog, we’ve highlighted which books can be incorporated into school curriculum topics as well as those books for accelerated readers.



Tell me a story Fuel imaginations with whimsical tales and classic anthologies. Each story strikes a balance between art and language, helping young readers absorb the messages and engaging book lovers of all ages.

Illustration by Miss Clara from The Twelve Dancing Princesses (see page 8).


Independent Reading Series

Our Independent Readers feature exciting storylines and age-appropriate language to help young readers discover the pleasure of reading alone. New!

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SEPTEMBER 2012 The Tortoise’s Gift A Story from Zambia Retold by Lari Don Illustrated by Melanie Williamson

SEPTEMBER 2012 Never Trust a Tiger A Story from Korea Retold by Lari Don Illustrated by Melanie Williamson

The rain has stopped falling in Zambia. The animals are very hungry and thirsty. They have heard of a wonderful tree that can produce fruit, but it will only do so if it is asked by name. The trouble is, no one can remember what it is called! Only the mountain knows, and the mountain is a very long way away...

One day a merchant comes across a beautiful tiger that has fallen down a hole. The merchant is kind enough to help him out, but then the tiger wants to eat him! The merchant wants a second opinion. Will the ox, the tree, or the hare be able to settle the matter?

Ages 6+ 48pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN Paperback chapter book 9781846867743 $7.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

Ages 6+ 48pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN Paperback chapter book 9781846867767 $7.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

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Simple sentences, carefully chosen vocabulary and exciting storylines give new readers a head start.

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The Feathered Ogre A Story from Italy Retold by Fran Parnell Illustrated by Sophie Fatus

The Mother of Monsters A Story from South Africa Retold by Fran Parnell Illustrated by Sophie Fatus

The king is very sick, and the only cure is a feather from the terrible ogre’s back. But who is brave enough to risk being the ogre’s next morsel in order to save the king?

Ntombi has no fear and wants to have one more adventure before she settles down to marry. But can even a fearless princess be a match for the Mother of Monsters?

Ages 6+ 48pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN Paperback chapter book 9781846865626 $7.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

Ages 6+ 48pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN Paperback chapter book 9781846865602 $7.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

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“For beginning readers yearning for fantastic alternatives in their reading fare, these [Monster Stories] will hit the spot” — Kirkus Reviews

The Abominable Snowman A Story from Nepal Retold by Fran Parnell Illustrated by Sophie Fatus

The Terrible Chenoo A Story from North America Retold by Fran Parnell Illustrated by Sophie Fatus

Ramay is lazy, and his mother is at her wits’ end. When he’s sent away into the snowy mountains, will he learn to take care of himself, or will the abominable snowman get to him first?

The evil Chenoo is as old as the earth and has a heart of ice. He has flown a long, long way and is very hungry. When a husband and wife cross his path, will he meet his dinner — or make new friends?

Ages 6+ 48pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN Paperback chapter book 9781846865589 $7.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

Ages 6+ 48pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN Paperback chapter book 9781846865565 $7.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

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“Then all twelve princesses opened the chests that contained their finest clothes and dressed themselves in silk and satins and lace... Then they finally slid their dainty feet into brand new slippers of green and lavender and blue, to match their elaborate dresses”

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— The Twelve Dancing Princesses

OCTOBER 2012 The Twelve Dancing Princesses Retold by Mary Hoffman Illustrated by Miss Clara Every night, the king wishes his twelve beautiful daughters good night and locks the doors to their bedroom tight. But every morning, the princesses’ shoes are worn through. Where do they go every night? The twelve famous sisters shimmer across the pages of this gorgeous retelling of the classic tale. Ages 8+ 64PP 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN Paperback chapter book 9781846868382 $9.99 Traditional Tale

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Vivid language and lively dialogue make these action-packed adventures perfect for more experienced readers.

The Snow Queen Retold by Sarah Lowes Illustrated by Miss Clara

Winter Shadow Written by Richard Knight Illustrated by Richard Johnson

“The sophisticated, surreal and dreamlike illustrations ...often charmingly spill over onto the pages of text” — Kirkus Reviews

“A beautifully crafted, atmospheric book — slim and inviting for reluctant readers, yet satisfying in itself, especially for animal lovers” — BookPage

In this adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale, Gerda ventures north to help her friend Kay escape from a terrifying sorceress. Can she free him from the Snow Queen’s icy grasp, or will he be trapped forever?

Ages 8+ 80pp 5 x 77⁄ 8 IN Hardcover chapter book 9781846861161 $16.99 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN paperback chapter book 9781846866241 $9.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Ages 8+ 64pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN Paperback chapter book 9781846866623 $9.99 Traditional Tale

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“I’m thoroughly excited about the Independent Readers. As a former school teacher, I was always searching for quality literature that incorporated cultures from around the world” — Adria Ibarra

Barefoot Books Ambassador

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October 2012 Finn at Clee Point Written by Richard Knight Illustrated by Giovanni Manna

The Shipwreck The Inuk Quartet, Volume I Written by Jørn Riel Illustrated by Helen Cann

Finn’s whole village is buzzing about the school fishing competition, and ten-year-old Finn is determined to win. But when he goes out to Clee Point to set his lines and befriends the Finer family, he learns a difficult lesson about loyalty, friendship and long-hidden secrets. Set at Spurn Point, on the River Humber, this coming-of-age story vividly evokes life in a small fishing community in the 1930s.

In this captivating first installment of The Inuk Quartet, Leiv, a Viking boy, is determined to avenge his father’s murder. But when he is shipwrecked off the coast of Greenland and separated from his people, he learns a very different way of life with his new Inuit friends.

Ages 10+ 128pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN paperback chapter book 9781846864018 $12.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development

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Ages 10+ 112pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN paperback chapter book 9781846863356 $12.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development


The best of classic and contemporary writing to captivate proficient readers of all ages.

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October 2012 The Raiders The Inuk Quartet, Volume II Written by Jørn Riel Illustrated by Helen Cann

October 2012 The Snowstorm The Inuk Quartet, Volume III Written by Jørn Riel Illustrated by Helen Cann

Leiv, Apuluk and Narua live a peaceful life on a farmstead in Greenland. But when Viking raiders arrive at their settlement, their quiet world is disturbed forever. The trio must rely on their wits, their courage and their friendship to protect their new home.

Leiv, Narua, Apuluk and Sølvi are ready for adventure after a long Arctic winter. Join them as they set off for Helluland (modern Baffin Island) with two dogsled teams. A terrible blizzard and a shocking kidnapping disrupt their journey. Will the four young travelers ever make it home?

Ages 10+ 128pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN paperback chapter book 9781846867446 $12.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Ages 10+ 128pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN paperback chapter book 9781846867972 $12.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development

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October 2012 Robin Hood Retold by David Calcutt Illustrated by Grahame Baker-Smith Robin Hood rides again! Share his adventures as he becomes the hero of Sherwood Forest in this exciting collection of stories based on the original Robin Hood ballads. Follow Robin and his friends, the most famous outlaws in all England, through their narrow escapes, their scrapes and triumphs, and read on as Robin’s courage, and his compassion, become the stuff of legend. Ages 10+ 176pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN paperback chapter book 9781846867996 $12.99 Traditional Tale

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Arthur of Albion Retold by John Matthews Illustrated by Pavel Tatarnikov Relive the magic and wonder of Camelot! The best-known stories about King Arthur and his court come together in this hauntingly written and magnificently illustrated retelling of the adventures of the Knights of the Round Table. Ages 10+ 136pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN Paperback chapter book 9781846864711 $12.99 Traditional Tale


“On the stone was written in words of bright gold: Whoever pulls the sword from this stone shall be king of Albion” — Arthur of Albion

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SEPTEMBER 2012 The Adventures of Achilles Retold by Hugh Lupton and Daniel Morden Illustrated by Carole Hénaff Achilles is the son of a king and a goddess, and the best warrior in Greece. So when Prince Paris claims the beautiful Helen from King Menelaus, and the Greeks invade Troy, everyone knows that Achilles will be vital to the Greek cause. With the help of the gods, can young Achilles lead his fellow countrymen to victory against the Trojans? Ages 10+ 128pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN paperback chapter book 9781846868009 $12.99 Traditional Tale

The Adventures of Odysseus Retold by Hugh Lupton and Daniel Morden Illustrated by Christina Balit As Odysseus fights his way back home after the Trojan War, he endures harrowing adventures, and even when he returns to Ithaca, his troubles are far from over. “This retelling of The Adventures of Odysseus is an excellent introduction to the world of heroes and myths, guaranteed to whet a young person’s appetite for more timeless tales of adventure and courage” — Curled Up Kids Ages 10+ 128pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN Paperback chapter book 9781846864476 $12.99 Traditional Tale

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It’s storytime! Revisit these familiar favorites updated with lively text and fresh illustrations for today’s audience. New!

October 2012 Little Red Riding Hood Retold by Lari Don, illustrated by Célia Chauffrey, narrated by Imelda Staunton Little Red Riding Hood’s mother warns her to go straight to Granny’s, but when she meets a handsome gray wolf along the way, she doesn’t see the harm in stopping for a chat. Children will relish joining in on the familiar refrain: “What big eyes you have, Granny!” Célia Chauffrey’s finely detailed paintings create an enticing world of quirky characters in a dark and mysterious forest. Ages 3 – 8 32pp 8½ x 10¾IN Hardcover with Story CD 9781846867668 $16.99 Paperback with Story CD 9781846867682 $9.99 Traditional Tale

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BESTSELLER and award winner Jack and the Beanstalk Retold by Richard Walker, illustrated by Niamh Sharkey Narrated by Richard Hope Meet Jack and a very scary giant in this playful retelling of a classic tale.

BESTSELLER and AWARD WINNER The Gigantic Turnip Written by Aleksei Tolstoy Illustrated by Niamh Sharkey Narrated by Ellen Verenieks See the rewards of teamwork in this traditional

tale, winner of the Bulletin for the Center of Children’s Ages 3 – 7 40pp 8¾ x 11in Books Blue Ribbon Award, 1999. hardcover WITH STORY CD 9781846862977 $16.99 paperback WITH STORY CD 9781905236695 $9.99 Ages 3 – 7 40pp 8¾ x 11in Juan y los frijoles mágicos Hardcover with Story CD 9781846862984 $16.99 spanish paperback WITH STORY CD 9781846862168 $9.99 Paperback with Story CD 9781905236725 $9.99 Traditional Tale paperback 9781905236589 $7.99 El nabo gigante spanish paperback 9781841483962 $7.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Traditional Tale

“Once upon a time, a little girl wanted to visit her granny in the forest. She wrapped herself in the new red cloak Granny had sewn for her, then picked up her basket. ‘Carry that carefully...’ said her mother. ‘It’s full of cakes and bottles of lemonade. Don’t stop to play in the woods... Just go straight to Granny’s cottage!’” — Little Red Riding Hood

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The Three Billy Goats Gruff Retold by Mary Finch Illustrated by Roberta Arenson Narrated by Ellen Verenieks “Simple, rhythmic text with rhyming adjectives and repetitive phrases will have everyone in story hour chiming in” — School Library Journal Ages 3 – 7 32pp 8¾ x 11IN Paperback with Story CD 9781846860720 $9.99 Los tres chivitos Gruff spanish Paperback 9781841481456 $7.99 Traditional Tale

“Thanks for making such great products. Your books are beautifully done” — amy, via fan mail

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BESTSELLER and award winner The Story Tree Tales to Read Aloud Retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton Illustrated by Sophie Fatus “Favorites from many cultures, recast with finesse, constitute an outstanding anthology” — Smithsonian Magazine Ages 3 – 7 64pp 9¼ x 11¼IN Hardcover with Story CD 9781846863011 $19.99 Paperback with Story CD 9781905236138 $15.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale


Riddle Me This! Riddles and Stories to Sharpen Your Wits Retold by Hugh Lupton Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Stretch your mind and impress your friends with mind-bending riddles and stories from all over the world. These folk tales and riddles strengthen reasoning skills, and the answer key at the back offers relief for anyone whose wits have been overstretched. Ages 4 – 10 64pp 9¼ x 11¼IN Paperback 9781905236923 $12.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

BESTSELLER Storytime First Tales for Sharing Retold by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Anne Wilson Narrated by Jim Broadbent “The collection as a whole is delightful; the art is fresh, vibrant, and full of child appeal” — School Library Journal Ages 3 – 7 96pp 9¼ x 11¼IN Paperback with Story CD 9781846861499 $15.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

Oscar-winning actor Jim Broadbent has starred in many film, television and theater productions, including the Harry Potter series and The Iron Lady.

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Action and adventure

They’re the oldest stories in the world, and they’re still unrivaled. New!

SEPTEMBER 2012 The Adventures of Achilles Retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton and Daniel Morden Illustrated by Carole Hénaff Achilles is the son of a king and a goddess, and the best warrior in Greece. So when Prince Paris claims the beautiful Helen from King Menelaus, and the Greeks invade Troy, everyone knows that Achilles will be vital to the Greek cause. With the help of the gods, can young Achilles lead his fellow countrymen to victory against the Trojans? Ages 8+ 96pp 9¼ x 11¼IN Hardcover with two Story CDs 9781846864209 $23.99 Traditional Tale

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New!

now in hardcover with two cds

SEPTEMBER 2012 BESTSELLER and award winner The Adventures of Odysseus Retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton and Daniel Morden Illustrated by Christina Balit As Odysseus fights his way back home after the Trojan War, he has to endure harrowing ordeals and adventures, and even when he returns to Ithaca, his troubles are far from over. “Great for storytelling and reading aloud, this book retells Homer’s epic of Odysseus’ perilous journey home in an immediate, fast-paced narrative” — Booklist Ages 8+ 96pp 9¼ x 11¼IN Hardcover with two story cds 9781846867033 $23.99 Traditional Tale

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Tales of Mystery and Magic Retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton Illustrated by Agnese Baruzzi “A professional storyteller, Lupton retells seven stories in his repertoire from Chile, Greenland, India, Nigeria, North America, Russia and Scotland. The essence of the stories lives up to the title. Storytellers will welcome this collection, with sources provided and personal provenance to back them up, and the title will attract kids” — Kirkus Reviews Ages 6+ 64pp 8¾ x 10¾IN Hardcover with Story CD 9781846862588 $19.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

“She watched the little fox sniff the air and run” — Tales of Wisdom & Wonder

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BESTSELLER and award winner Tales of Wisdom & Wonder Retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton Illustrated by Niamh Sharkey “Lupton imbues each folktale with the rhythm and wit of an informal orator, and delivers a nugget of truth at the close” — Publishers Weekly Ages 6+ 64pp 8¾ x 10¾IN Hardcover with Story CD 9781846862434 $19.99 Paperback with Story CD 9781905236848 $15.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Traditional Tale


BESTSELLER and award winner The Barefoot Book of Knights Retold by John Matthews Illustrated by Giovanni Manna Narrated by Anthony Head

BESTSELLER and award winner The Barefoot Book of Pirates Retold by Richard Walker Illustrated by Olwyn Whelan Narrated by Richard Hope

Being a knight is not just about knowing how to fight; in this page-turning collection, you’ll find that you also need to know your weaknesses, cooperate with others and be ready for the next adventure.

Sail the high seas and encounter pirates of all kinds in this swashbuckling collection of tales from around the world. Featured as a Publishers Weekly starred review.

Ages 8+ 80pp 8¾ x 10¾IN Hardcover with Story CD 9781846863073 $19.99 Paperback with Story CD 9781841482057 $15.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Traditional Tale

JUNE 2012 Knights Stickers Produced by Djeco

Ages 3+ 160 colorful stickers 4 sheets 8½ x 9IN 7000003004 $4.99

Ages 4 – 9 64pp 9¼ x 11¼IN Hardcover with Story CD 9781846862373 $19.99 Paperback with Story CD 9781841481319 $15.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

New! New!

JUNE 2012 Pirates Stickers Produced by Djeco

Ages 3+ 160 colorful stickers 4 sheets 8½ x 9IN 7000003003 $4.99

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Once upon a time Delight the little girls in your life with these enchanting tales. New!

SEPTEMBER 2012 The Kite Princess Written by Juliet Clare Bell, illustrated by Laura-Kate Chapman, narrated by Imelda Staunton Princess Cinnamon Stitch is a tomboy who has no interest in courtly life. She’d rather cartwheel through puddles and dance with alley cats. Can she show the king and queen that there’s more to life than being pretty and good? Includes instructions for making your own kite. Ages 3 – 8 32pp 8½ x 10¾IN Hardcover with story CD 9781846868030 $16.99 Paperback with story CD 9781846868306 $9.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

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The Real Princess A Mathemagical Tale Written by Brenda Williams Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Narrated by Juliet Stevenson

BESTSELLER and award winner The Barefoot Book of Princesses Retold by Caitlín Matthews Illustrated by Olwyn Whelan Narrated by Margaret Wolfson

Practice your math in this number-crunching take on “The Princess and the Pea,” which features not just one princess, but three, not to mention four horses, five dogs, six grooms, seven gardeners and all kinds of chances for young mathematicians to put their adding and subtracting skills to the test!

Meet seven princesses in this warm and humorous collection of much-loved favorites such as “The Sleeping Beauty” from Germany, and less familiar figures, including “The Beggar Princess” from China and “The Horned Snake’s Wife” from the Iroquois.

Ages 4 – 9 40pp 8½ x 11IN Paperback with Story CD 9781846863936 $9.99 Mathematics; Traditional Tale

Ages 4 – 9 64pp 9¼ x 11¼IN Hardcover with Story CD 9781846862397 $19.99 Paperback with Story CD 9781841481722 $15.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

Princess Puppet Produced by Folkmanis

Ages 3+ 14IN tall workable head & arms 7000000927 $19.99

Princesses 100 Piece Puzzle Illustrated by Olwyn Whelan Produced by Mudpuppy Press Ages 5+ finished size 12 x 17IN 100-piece puzzle keepsake tin 9780735308435 $16.99

Princess Flower Finger Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 3+ 7IN tall 7000001823 $12.99

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BESTSELLER oppenheim gold award winner The Faerie’s Gift Retold by Tanya Robyn Batt Illustrated by Nicoletta Ceccoli Narrated by Niamh Cusack “A different sort of wishing story . . . what thinking hard outside expectations might bring” — Kirkus Reviews Ages 4 – 9 32pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover with Story CD 9781846862304 $17.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Traditional Tale

Nicoletta Ceccoli has illustrated many awardwinning children’s books in the US, UK and Italy. In 2001 and 2006, she won the prestigious Andersen prize as best Italian illustrator of the year.

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The Princess and the White Bear King Retold by Tanya Robyn Batt Illustrated by Nicoletta Ceccoli Narrated by Miranda Richardson This book will send a tingle of excitement down your spine as you journey on a breathtaking adventure to the magical land that lies east of the sun and west of the moon. Ages 5 – 11 40pp 10¼ x 10¼IN Hardcover with Story CD 9781846862281 $17.99 Paperback with Story CD 9781846860942 $9.99 Traditional Tale

Polar Bear Puppet Produced by Folkmanis

Ages 3+ 12IN tall workable paws & head 7000001594 $24.99


BESTSELLER and award winner The Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales Retold by Malachy Doyle Illustrated by Nicoletta Ceccoli

The Tear Thief Written by Carol Ann Duffy Illustrated by Nicoletta Ceccoli Narrated by Juliet Stevenson

“Doyle’s retellings are swift and lively and Ceccoli’s art stays close to traditional images, while injecting a modern vibrancy” — Booklist

This contemporary fairy tale follows the Tear Thief, whose task in life is to collect people’s tears. Magical, moving and memorable, it offers an ideal way of talking to children about their feelings.

Ages 5 – 11 160pp 9¼ x 11¼IN Hardcover 9781841487984 $23.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

Ages 4 – 9 32pp 8½ x 11IN paperback with story cd 9781846866227 $9.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development

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award winner The Barefoot Book of Faeries Retold and narrated by Tanya Robyn Batt Illustrated by Gail Newey

The Fabrics of Fairy Tale Stories Spun from Far and Wide Retold and narrated by Tanya Robyn Batt Illustrated by Rachel Griffin

“This enchanting book of both old and new fairy tales delivers young minds into a world where history, literature and imagination intersect” — Good Book Guide

Weave your way into seven folktales that explore the creation of wonderful worlds, each illustrated with beautiful fabric artwork.

Ages 4 – 9 64pp 9¼ x 10½IN Hardcover with Story CD 9781846863172 $19.99 Paperback with Story CD 9781846861635 $15.99 Traditional Tale

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“An intriguing way to introduce lesser known folktales and the cultures from which they derive” — Publishers Weekly Ages 7+ 80pp 9¼ x 11¼IN Paperback with two Story CDs 9781846860898 $16.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale


AWARD WINNER The Barefoot Book of Dance Stories Written by Jane Yolen and Heidi E. Y. Stemple Illustrated by Helen Cann Narrated by Juliet Stevenson

BESTSELLER The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories Written by Jane Yolen and Heidi E. Y. Stemple Illustrated by Rebecca Guay Narrated by Juliet Stevenson

Enchant young ones with stories of dances from eight cultures, including the polka in the Czech Republic, limbo in the West Indies and the waltz in Germany.

“This well-conceived and colorful look at some of the great classical ballets will enrich library collections and inspire young dancers” — School Library Journal

“A wonderful gift for any young dancer or dance teacher, or a superb choice for your dance or school library” — Dance Advantage

Ages 8+ 96pp 9¼ x 11¼IN Hardcover with two Story CDs 9781846862625 $23.99 Traditional Tale

Ages 8+ 96pp 9¼ x 11¼IN Hardcover with Story CD 9781846862199 $23.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

“Clara tossed and turned in her bed and could not get to sleep. Finally, she got up and tiptoed down the long, winding stairs, in her white nightgown... Looking around, she found the nutcracker where Herr Drosselmeyer had left it, in the doll’s bed. Taking it in her arms, she curled up on the sofa and only then fell asleep” — The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories

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Gifts for the family

Expand your library with these handsome clothbound gift editions. New!

“A twentyfirst-century classic where author and artist have woven their individual magic to breathe new life into the popular story of the world’s most famous outlaw” — World Wide Robin Hood Societ y

SEPTEMBER 2012 Robin Hood Retold by David Calcutt, illustrated by Grahame Baker-Smith Robin Hood rides again! Share his adventures as he becomes the hero of Sherwood Forest in this exciting collection of stories based on the original Robin Hood ballads. Follow Robin and his friends, the most famous outlaws in all England, through their narrow escapes, their scrapes and triumphs, and read on as Robin’s courage, and his compassion, become the stuff of legend. Ages 8+ 112pp 10 x 11¼IN Hardcover 9781846863578 $24.99 Traditional Tale

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bestseller and award winner Arthur of Albion Retold by John Matthews Illustrated by Pavel Tatarnikov

award winner The Arabian Nights Retold by Wafa’ Tarnowska Illustrated by Carole Hénaff

Relive the magic and wonder of Camelot! The best-known stories about King Arthur and his court come together in this hauntingly written and magnificently illustrated retelling of the adventures of the Knights of the Round Table.

“The Lebanese-born author offers a magnificent new translation of eight tales from the legendary story cycle, based on a fourteenth-century manuscript” — Smithsonian Magazine

Ages 8+ 96pp 10 x 11¼IN Hardcover 9781846860492 $24.99 Traditional Tale

Ages 8+ 128pp 10 x 11¼IN Hardcover 9781846861222 $24.99 Traditional Tale

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Lessons for life Learn to face your fears with these bright, colorful picture books illustrated by Miriam Latimer. New!

“As the weather turns and young readers yearn to be outside, share this well-designed tale for a most satisfying ending to a good night” — Kirkus reviews

May 2012 Ruby’s Sleepover Written by Kathryn White, illustrated by Miriam Latimer Ruby and Mai are camping out in the backyard. As the night draws in, all sorts of scary characters head towards their tent. Are the pirates and dragons and giants real, or in their imagination? Miriam Latimer’s fun, energetic illustrations make this nighttime adventure unforgettable. Ages 3 – 7 32pp 8½ x 11IN Hardcover 9781846865930 $16.99 paperback 9781846867583 $7.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

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now in paperback

August 2012 Ruby’s School Walk Written by Kathryn White Illustrated by Miriam Latimer

An Illustrator’s Story When Barefoot Books sent me Ruby’s School Walk, I immediately fell in love with Ruby’s character and connected with her imagination and sense of adventure. She reminded me of when I was young, pretending that I was lost on an island or captured by pirates. In even my first sketches, I knew that I wanted Ruby’s image to represent her wild imagination, hence her mass of curly hair and her colorful clothing. I also wanted her to be wearing Wellington boots to show her love of being outdoors. I was so excited when Ruby’s Sleepover appeared on my desk. Kathryn White has done a great job writing these stories. I hope you enjoy the illustrations as much, and I look forward to illustrating more of Ruby’s adventures. — Miriam Latimer Barefoot Books Illustrator

“Latimer’s bright, mixed-media cartoon artwork amplifies both the comedy in Ruby’s fantasy world and the happy hum of the inviting classroom. A cheerful offering that may help soothe new-school jitters” — Booklist Ages 3 – 7 32pp 8½ x 11IN Hardcover 9781846862755 $16.99 paperback 9781846867866 $7.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

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Emily’s Tiger Written and illustrated by Miriam Latimer Watch out! Whenever Emily loses her temper, she turns into a tiger. Then Granny comes to stay, and she knows a thing or two about tiger taming... Ages 3 – 7 32pp 8½ x 11in Paperback 9781846865947 $7.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development

BESTSELLER The Prince’s Bedtime Written by Joanne Oppenheim Illustrated by Miriam Latimer Narrated by Jim Broadbent Will the Prince fall asleep? The King and Queen try everything, from hot milk to dancers, from cake to musicians, but to no avail. Then a mysterious woman arrives — does she hold the key to the Prince’s slumber? Ages 3 – 7 32pp 8½ x 11in Paperback with Story CD 9781846860966 $9.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

“Emily bounded around the room, and bounced out of the window” — Emily’s Tiger

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Shrinking Sam Written and illustrated by Miriam Latimer Sam is a middle child who shrinks whenever he is ignored. One day, he gets washed down the drain... will he disappear completely? Ages 3 – 7 32pp 8½ x 11IN Paperback 9781846864698 $7.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Shopping with Dad Written by Matt Harvey Illustrated by Miriam Latimer Venture to the supermarket with a little girl and her dad, and see how an enormous sneeze sets in motion a small calamity. Fast-paced and funny, this book is a fantastic readaloud! Ages 3 – 7 32pp 8½ x 11IN Hardcover 9781846861727 $16.99 Paperback 9781846864490 $7.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

“When my daughter was struggling with controlling her temper, Emily’s Tiger was a lifesaver. Being able to relate to Emily was key in helping my daughter see she was responsible for controlling her reactions to situations” — Colleen O’hearn

Barefoot Books Ambassador

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Through a daughter’s eyes

Celebrate the special relationship between daughters and parents with these timeless anthologies. New!

Award-winning artist Helen Cann immerses herself in the cultures she is depicting before she begins her painting process. Her illustrations are featured in numerous Barefoot Books favorites, including Little Leap Forward and Fireside Stories.

June 2012 The Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales Retold by Josephine Evetts-Secker, illustrated by Helen Cann, narrated by Allan Corduner This lively collection of tales about the daughters of kings, merchants, warriors and peasants— and their special relationships with their fathers — draws from various traditions around the world. This handsome gift book includes favorites “Beauty and the Beast” and “The Frog Prince,” while also introducing less familiar stories. Ages 6+ 96pp 8½ x 10½in hardcover with two story cds 9781846867613 $23.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

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The Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales Retold by Josephine Evetts-Secker Illustrated by Helen Cann Narrated by Juliet Stevenson Drawing on the collective wisdom of many cultures, the eight stories in this beautiful gift book celebrate the special relationship between mothers and daughters and explore the journey every girl must make on her way to womanhood. Ages 6+ 80pp 8½ x 10½in hardcover with two story cds 9781846865725 $23.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

“With a heavy heart, her father kissed her and departed. After she had waved him goodbye, she wandered through the marvelous gardens and great chambers of the castle. In one particularly lovely room she saw her own name on the door. There she sat and wept for her father. As she did so, she saw that the mirror before her showed her the scene of his safe arrival home, and she felt much happier” — The Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales

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For the family library Gather round and share stories and poems with children of all ages.

BESTSELLER and award winner The Barefoot Book of Classic Poems Compiled and illustrated by Jackie Morris “One of those rare books that can stand on a bookshelf from birth through high school graduation” — Kidslitinformation.com All Ages 128pp 9¼ x 11¼IN Hardcover 9781905236565 $19.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

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award winner Shakespeare’s Storybook Folk Tales that Inspired the Bard Retold and narrated by Patrick Ryan Illustrated by James Mayhew “Accompanied by lavish illustrations, this is an elegant collection of Shakespeare’s classic stories filled with adventure, love, destiny and magic” — Books and More for Growing Minds Ages 8+ 80pp 8¾ x 10¾IN Paperback with two Story CDs 9781905236862 $16.99 Traditional Tale

The Barefoot Book of Stories from the Opera Retold by Shahrukh Husain Illustrated by James Mayhew Narrated by Miranda Richardson Opera is one of the most exhilarating art forms in the world. Each story in this sumptuous collection opens with background information on the composer and an introduction that describes what happens behind the scenes. Notes offer advice for parents on the best recordings. Ages 8+ 80pp 8¾ x 10¾IN Paperback with two Story CDs 9781846860980 $16.99 Festivals and Celebrations; Traditional Tale

Enjoy the lyrical rhythm and rhyme of these two poetry collections, both featuring the engaging illustrations of Italian artist Giovanni Manna. The seasons, the cycle of life and the full range of human emotions are explored in selections by poets from many different cultures. Someone I Like Poems About People Compiled by Judith Nicholls Illustrated by Giovanni Manna

Ages 5+ 40pp 8¾ x 10½IN Hardcover 9781841480046 $17.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

First Morning Poems About Time Compiled by Nikki Siegen-Smith Illustrated by Giovanni Manna

Ages 5 – 11 40pp 8½ x 10¼IN Hardcover 9781841483375 $16.99 Rhyming Text

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Express yourself! Whether sprouting flowers or learning to dance flamenco, these spirited characters are models of individuality, commitment and courage. New!

now in paperback

“Thank you to everyone at Barefoot Books for publishing books like The Boy Who Grew Flowers! I just reread this book this morning, and it brought tears to my eyes. Very special!” — Dena Davis

Barefoot Books Ambassador

“A wonderful story that teaches about accepting differences — and even celebrating them” — Library Media Connection

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August 2012 BESTSELLER and award winner The Boy Who Grew Flowers Written by Jen Wojtowicz, illustrated by Steve Adams Meet a very special boy named Rink — every full moon, he grows flowers all over his body. This heartwarming story celebrates difference and friendship, as Rink meets a girl with her own secret. Ages 4 – 10 32pp 8½ x 11IN Hardcover 9781841486864 $16.99 paperback 9781846867491 $7.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development


BESTSELLER and award winner Lola’s Fandango Written by Anna Witte Illustrated by Micha Archer Narrated by the Amador Family In this 2012 Ezra Jack Keats Honor Book, Lola steps out of her older sister’s shadow and discovers her own unique talent and spirit when she starts taking secret flamenco lessons from her father. Ages 4 – 10 32pp 8½ x 10¾IN Hardcover with story CD 9781846861741 $16.99 Paperback with story CD 9781846866814 $9.99 El fandango de Lola spanish Paperback with story CD 9781846863592 $9.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development

“At heart (and it has lots of heart), this story touches on two important points: the good part of sibling rivalry, pushing a child to find her own talents; and the way the arts can create new worlds” — BooklisT (Starred Review)

Lola’s Fandango is a family affair! Twins Sonia and Alisa provide the voices for sisters Lola and Clementina, while Rosi and Brian provide the voices for Mami and Papi.

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Travel the world The world is at your feet! These books introduce children to a variety of cultures and ways of life. Many of them combine traditional stories with clearly presented factual notes, giving young readers an early taste of cultural diversity.

Illustration by Micha Archer from The Wise Fool (see page 51).


Calling all young explorers! Embark on a mind-expanding journey across the planet.

“With its emphasis on sustainability, interconnectedness, and diversity, the book offers young armchair travelers and globe-trotters much to discover” — Publisher’s Weekly

“...An unconventional beauty. Land masses are divided into regions, not continents, which makes sense, especially in a place as vast as Asia. Maps in a palette of purple and gold feature not a grid of latitude and longitude lines but icons of animals, landmarks, and manmade features” — The Boston Globe

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BESTSELLER Barefoot Books World Atlas Written by Nick Crane Illustrated by David Dean

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The Barefoot World Atlas app for iPad® is now available on the App StoreSM. Chosen as App of the Week by Apple® at its debut, it is a truly dynamic way to travel the globe.

This is the atlas for twenty-first century readers. It’s packed with information about the way in which communities and cultures across the world have been shaped by their local environments, and it looks at the ideas and initiatives which are shaping the future. Maps of regions and oceans bring faraway places to life, with illustrated geographic and architectural features, people, plants and wildlife, from oil fields to Buddhist monks to the Amazon Rainforest. The Atlas also features a pull-out map, fold-out booklets and panels. “This kid-centric map collection is engaging and informative. The two-page pictures and flaps focus on the interconnected aspects of our world” — Scholastic Parent & Child Magazine all ages 52pp 10 X 11¾IN hardcover 9781846863332 $19.99 Environment; Journeys and Transport; Multicultural

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BESTSELLER My Granny Went to Market A Round-the-World Counting Rhyme Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Christopher Corr “Granny’s quest to buy a few specialty items leads to a fantastical flight to the markets of the world” — School Library Journal

Map of the World Play Scene Illustrated by Christopher Corr Match up reusable vinyl stickers of landmarks, animals and more as you make your way across the world with this colorful play scene. Ages 4 – 9 3 sheets of reusable vinyl stickers & sticker board 9 x 12IN closed 9781846865275 $15.99

Ages 3 – 7 24pp 10¼ x 10IN hardcover 9781841487922 $16.99 Paperback 9781905236626 $6.99 Abuelita fue al mercado spanish paperback 9781846860904 $6.99 Mathematics; Multicultural; Rhyming Text

Kids World Party CD Produced by Putumayo World Music Around the World 100 Piece Puzzle Illustrated by Christopher Corr Ages 5 – 10 Finished size 12 x 17IN 100-piece puzzle keepsake tin 9781846865244 $16.99

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All Ages 5 x 5½IN running time 31:00 9781587592812 $15.99

World Playground CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN running time 37:17 9781885265951 $15.99


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Children of the World Memory Game Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Improve memory skills by matching boys and girls from different countries, learn thirty-six ways to say “hello” and have lots of fun along the way! Featuring original characters and their friends from the popular singalong If You’re Happy and You Know It!

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Ages 4 – 7 box 8 X 8½ X 1IN 72 cards 9781846865374 $15.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Landmarks of the World 63 Piece Puzzle Illustrated by Christopher Corr Produced by Mudpuppy Press

Ages 5+ finished size 14 x 16IN 63-piece puzzle 9780735320871 $15.99

Our World Floor Puzzle Produced by Mudpuppy Press

Ages 3+ finished size 24 X 36in 24-jumbo piece puzzle 9780735306554 $19.99

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Incredible journeys

Tour the globe in these international adventures by author Laurie Krebs.

Laurie Krebs, a seasoned traveler and former firstgrade teacher, seeks to introduce young readers to new and different cultures through her writing. Her many Barefoot Books titles are inspired by her real life experiences.

BESTSELLER oppenheim gold award winner We All Went on Safari A Counting Journey through Tanzania Written by Laurie Krebs, illustrated by Julia Cairns Ten Maasai children explore the Tanzanian grasslands and practice their counting skills in English and Kiswahili on the way. Includes notes on the Maasai people and culture. Ages 4 – 10 32pp 10¼ x 10IN hardcover 9781841484785 $16.99 Paperback 9781841481197 $7.99 Nos fuimos todos de safari spanish paperback 9781905236084 $7.99 Mathematics; Multicultural; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

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We’re Roaming in the Rainforest An Amazon Adventure Written by Laurie Krebs, illustrated by Anne Wilson Join three children on a day in the Amazon rainforest. Includes endnotes on tribal peoples, rainforest animals and conservation. Ages 4 – 10 40pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover 9781846863318 $16.99 paperback 9781846865459 $7.99 Un recorrido por la selva spanish Paperback 9781846865510 $7.99 Multicultural; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

We’re Sailing Down the Nile A Journey through Egypt Written by Laurie Krebs Illustrated by Anne Wilson Sail along the Nile on a felucca and learn all about the lives of the ancient Egyptians. Ages 4 – 10 40pp 10¼ x 10IN hardcover 9781846860409 $16.99 paperback 9781846861949 $7.99 Multicultural; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

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Off We Go to Mexico! An Adventure in the Sun Written by Laurie Krebs Illustrated by Christopher Corr

Up and Down the Andes A Peruvian Festival Tale Written by Laurie Krebs Illustrated by Aurélia Fronty

“The festive colors and distinctive iconography of Mexican folk crafts pairs with Krebs’ singsong verse about a place or experience” — Booklist

Join four local children on their journey across Peru to the city of Cusco for the annual New Year festival. Includes notes on the history and culture of Peru.

Ages 4 – 10 32pp 10¼ x 10IN paperback 9781846861598 $7.99 ¡Nos vamos a México! Spanish paperback 9781846860140 $7.99 Multicultural; Rhyming Text

Ages 4 – 10 32pp 10¼ x 10IN hardcover 9781846862038 $16.99 paperback 9781846864681 $7.99 Sube y baja por los Andes Spanish paperback 9781846865480 $7.99 Festivals and Celebrations; Multicultural; Rhyming Text

Latin America Sticker Collection Produced by Putumayo World Music

“I like the way that the books emphasize a global outlook and are respectful of their setting. Best of all, they capture a sense of a foreign place from a kid’s point of view”

Ages 3 – 7 120 reusable stickers fold-out latin american landscape, region map & glossary 9 x 9IN 9781587592850 $11.95

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Author of Whirls and Twirls Around the World Blog


We’re Sailing to Galapagos A Week in the Pacific Written by Laurie Krebs Illustrated by Grazia Restelli

We’re Riding on a Caravan An Adventure on the Silk Road Written by Laurie Krebs Illustrated by Helen Cann

Tour the Galapagos Islands in a red-sailed boat and encounter many exotic land and sea animals, such as giant tortoises, albatrosses, iguanas, lava crabs and booby birds! Includes notes on Charles Darwin, the islands and their animals.

Explore the world of stunning silk, delicious spices and exotic trade locations in this rhyming tale about a Chinese family’s journey along the ancient trade route, the Silk Road.

Ages 4 – 10 32pp 10¼ x 10IN hardcover 9781841489025 $16.99 paperback 9781846861024 $7.99 Multicultural; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

Ages 4 – 10 32pp 10¼ x 10IN Paperback 9781846861086 $7.99 Journeys and Transport; Multicultural; Rhyming Text

Latin Playground CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN running time 36:00 9781587590559 $15.99

Caribbean Playground CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN Running time 40:28 9781587591334 $15.99

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Under an Eastern sky Go east and explore a rich world of different faiths and cultures. New!

“At once, the crane began to grow, and soon it was large enough for Sentaro to sit on it quite comfortably” — The Barefoot Book of Buddhist Tales

May 2012 The Barefoot Book of Buddhist Tales Retold by Sherab Chödzin and Alexandra Kohn, illustrated by Marie Cameron The Buddha taught that life is like a dream, yet real. Explore this and other mysteries in this engaging collection of tales from the folk traditions of countries including India, China, Japan and Tibet. Perfect for a child or adult looking for a gentle introduction to Buddhism and new cultures. Ages 6+ 80pp 8½ X 10 3 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846868245 $14.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

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award winner The Wise Fool Fables from the Islamic World Written by Shahrukh Husain Illustrated by Micha Archer “Great storytelling for kids of all ages, this Islamic folklore collection focuses on Mulla Nasruddin, who is funny and wise, silly and grumpy, the conscience of his community but never self-important” — Booklist Ages 6+ 64pp 9 x 11IN hardcover 9781846862267 $19.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

The Arabian Nights Retold by Wafa’ Tarnowska Illustrated by Carole Hénaff “The Lebanese-born author offers a magnificent new translation of eight tales from the legendary story cycle, based on a fourteenth-century manuscript” — Smithsonian Magazine Ages 10+ 120pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN paperback chapter book 9781846865688 Traditional Tale

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JULY 2012 Origami Bird Game Produced by Djeco

Ages 4 – 10 24 sheets of 8 x 8in origami paper, stickers & instructions 7000003008 $8.99

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The Silk Road Travel along the ancient trade route from Samarkand to Xian. Asia awaits you! New!

now in paperback

September 2012 BESTSELLER and award winner Lin Yi’s Lantern A Moon Festival Tale Written by Brenda Williams, illustrated by Benjamin Lacombe Lin Yi’s mother has sent him to the local market to buy food for the Moon Festival, but what he really wants is a red rabbit lantern. Will he barter well enough to be able to buy one? Includes notes on Chinese culture and instructions for making your own lantern. Ages 5 – 9 32pp 10¼ x 10IN hardcover 9781846861475 $16.99 paperback 9781846867934 $7.99 Festivals and Celebrations; Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development

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award winner Motherbridge of Love Illustrated by Josée Masse Featured in Time Magazine’s Top Ten Children’s Books of 2007, this poem celebrates the relationship between an adopted Chinese girl and her mother. Text royalties are donated to the charity Mother Bridge of Love, founded by bestselling author, Xinran. All Ages 32pp 9 x 10¼IN hardcover 9781846860478 $16.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development

award winner Little Leap Forward A Boy in Beijing Written by Guo Yue and Clare Farrow Illustrated by Helen Cann “Little Leap Forward bears witness with the eye of a poet, the ear of a musician and the transformative imagination of a storyteller” — The New York Times Ages 10+ 120pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN paperback chapter book 9781846865398 $12.99 ages 10+ 128pp 5 x 77⁄ 8 IN Hardcover chapter book 9781846861147 $16.99 (Hardcover edition not pictured above) Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development

“The first one gave you life; the second taught you to live it. The first gave you a need for love; the second was there to give it” — Motherbridge of Love

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Stories from the Silk Road Retold by Cherry Gilchrist Illustrated by Nilesh Mistry “In seven entries, Gilchrist, who has traveled the Silk Road, tells of a magic saddlebag found in Afghanistan, an enchanted garden from Persian lore and more” — Publishers Weekly Ages 8+ 80pp 10¼ x 11IN paperback 9781841488042 $14.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

Award winner Tenzin’s Deer Written by Barbara Soros Illustrated by Danuta Mayer “This beautifully illustrated story of a young Tibetan boy’s efforts to care for a wounded deer aptly reflects the compassionate and caring values pervading Tibetan culture” — H.H. The Dalai Lama Ages 5 – 10 32pp 10½ x 9¼IN hardcover 9781905236572 $16.99 paperback 9781846861307 $7.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Red Dragon Puppet Produced by Folkmanis

Ages 3+ 21IN long workable mouth 7000001407 $24.99

Panda Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 3+ 15IN long workable mouth 7000001714 $29.99

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“I will start a calendar and name each year after a different animal. But how can I choose which order the animals come in?” — The Great Race

The Great Race The Story of the Chinese Zodiac Written by Dawn Casey Illustrated by Anne Wilson This colorful retelling includes intriguing notes about the Chinese calendar, annual festivals and the animals that rule the different years. Ages 4 – 9 32pp 8¼ x 10¾IN Paperback 9781846862021 $7.99 Festivals and Celebrations; Multicultural; Traditional Tale

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SEPTEMBER 2012 Dragons Art by Numbers Gouaches Produced by Djeco

Ages 7 – 12 box 11½ x 9 x 1½IN 4 illustrated plates, 8 gouache pots, 2 brushes & instructions 7000003061 $29.99

Asian Dreamland CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN running time 30:18 9781587591716 $15.99

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Welcome to India Travel to a land overflowing with colors, life and contrasts.

award winner The Story of Divaali Retold by Jatinder Verma, illustrated by Nilesh Mistry “This handsomely designed volume addresses the dearth of attractive children’s books about Hindu beliefs and celebrations” — Publishers Weekly (Image shows hardcover edition.) Ages 6 – 11 40pp 8¾ x 10¾IN paperback 9781846861314 $7.99 Festivals and Celebrations; Multicultural; Traditional Tale

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award winner Elephant Dance A Journey to India Written by Theresa Heine Illustrated by Sheila Moxley Ravi and Anjali are fascinated by their grandfather’s stories of India, where the sun is like a ferocious tiger, the wind is like a wild horse and monsoon rains cascade from the sky like waterfalls. Contains notes on the cultural heritage of India. Ages 4 – 10 40pp 8¾ x 10½IN paperback 9781905236794 $7.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Indian Tales A Barefoot Collection Retold by Shenaaz Nanji Illustrated by Christopher Corr This collection brings together folk tales from eight different states, each introduced by educational facts and information about the cultures from which they are chosen. A full-color map of India is also included. Ages 8+ 96pp 9 x 11¼IN hardcover 9781846860836 $19.99 Multicultural; Science and Environment; Traditional Tale

“Vibrant and unique, the saris are named after the city where they are made” — Indian Tales Elephant Puppet Produced by Folkmanis

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All over Europe

Discover the many cultures and languages of this diverse continent.

BESTSELLER Parents’ choice Award winner Tales from Old Ireland Retold by Malachy Doyle, illustrated by Niamh Sharkey, narrated by Maura O’Connell “An engagingly readable, and tellable, sampler drawn from a deep and still-vital storytelling tradition” — Kirkus Reviews Ages 6+ 96pp 8¾ x 10¾IN Hardcover with TWO story CDs 9781846862410 $23.99 Paperback with TWO story CDs 9781905236329 $16.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

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“My husband, who is an English professor, enjoys sharing Shakespeare’s Storybook and Tales from Old Ireland with his undergrad classes!” — Lisa Gonzon

Teacher

Shakespeare’s Storybook Retold by Patrick Ryan Illustrated by James Mayhew Before Romeo and Juliet, there was Romeus and Julietta. This collection of the stories that inspired Shakespeare’s plays is an entertaining and accessible introduction to his work. Ages 10+ 120pp 5½ x 81⁄ 8 IN paperback chapter book 9781846865411 $12.99 Traditional Tale

Europe Sticker Collection Produced by Putumayo World Music

Ages 3 – 7 120 reusable stickers fold-out landscape, region map & glossary 9 x 9IN 9781587592898 $11.95

French Playground CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN running time 36:06 9781587591211 $15.99

European Playground CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN running time 36:00 9781587502347 $15.99

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Out of Africa

Enjoy the sights and sounds of this vast and vibrant continent.

BESTSELLER oppenheim gold award winner Mama Panya’s Pancakes A Village Tale from Kenya Written by Mary and Rich Chamberlin, illustrated by Julia Cairns This heartwarming story teaches young readers about life in rural Kenya, along with a lesson about the rewards of sharing. Contains informative cultural facts and notes. Ages 4 – 10 40pp 10¼ x 10IN hardcover 9781841481395 $16.99 paperback 9781905236640 $7.99 Multicultural

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oppenheim gold award winner Catch that Goat! A Market Day in Nigeria Written and illustrated by Polly Alakija

African Tales A Barefoot Collection

Ayoka has been left in charge of the family goat, but in minutes it has vanished! Contains notes on the Yoruba culture.

Retold by internationally acclaimed Xhosa storyteller Gcina Mhlophe, these tales come from eight African countries and are each introduced with notes on local customs and traditions. A full-color map of Africa is also included.

“There is immediately a wonderful impression of color, pattern and movement... and one already feels transported to Africa. Full of interest and entertainment” — Montessori International

Retold by Gcina Mhlophe Illustrated by Rachel Griffin

Ages 8+ 96pp 9¼ x 11IN Hardcover 9781846861185 $19.99 Multicultural; Science and Environment; Traditional Tale

Ages 3 – 8 40pp 8½ x 11IN paperback 9781846860577 $8.99 Mathematics; Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Africa Sticker Collection Produced by Putumayo World Music

Ages 3 – 7 120 reusable stickers fold-out landscape, region map & glossary 9 x 9IN 9781587592737 $11.95

African Dreamland CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN running time 29:06 9781587592195 $15.99

African Playground CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN running time 40:30 9781587590658 $15.99

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How Loud is a Lion? Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Clare Beaton

Hidden Hippo Written by Joan Gannij Illustrated by Clare Beaton

Crocodiles are crafty, monkeys are mischievous. But how loud is a lion? Shhh! Listen! Find out just how loud a lion is while discovering lots of other African animals along the way.

Journey through the grasslands of Africa to meet elephants, giraffes, zebras and many other creatures. But the animal to look out for is the hippo. Finally, with a loud splash, you find him!

Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10¼ x 10IN paperback 9781846865343 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN board book 9781846860003 $6.99 Rhyming Text

Ages 1 – 4 32pp 10¼ x 10IN paperback 9781846865336 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN board book 9781846863295 $6.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

Giraffe Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 5+ 14IN tall workable mouth 7000001493 $24.99

Hippo Puppet Produced by Folkmanis

Ages 5+ 15IN tall workable mouth & Legs 7000001813 $24.99

Lion Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 5+ 13IN tall workable mouth 7000001492 $24.99

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“Zebra watches the world go by” — African Animals ABC

African Animals ABC Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Philippa-Alys Browne “A lovely rhyming alphabet book of African animals... distinctive illustrations burst onto the page in an array of colors and tribal patterns” — Action Aid Ages 2 – 6 32pp 9½ x 7¾IN large board book 9781846863615 $14.99 11¼ x 9IN paperback 9781841483191 $7.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

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MAY 2012 Batabanga Card Game Produced by Djeco

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ages 5+ box 6 x 4½ x 1in 60 cards 7000003007 $18.99

JUNE 2012 African Wildlife Playset Produced by Folkmanis

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Holidays and festivals Learn how different cultures celebrate special times of the year.

Fireside Stories Tales for a Winter’s Eve Retold by Caitlín Matthews, illustrated by Helen Cann Drawn from countries and cultures across the northern hemisphere, these wonderful wintry stories express the magnificence of the season. Ages 5+ 96pp 9½ x 11in hardback 9781846860652 $19.99 Festivals and Celebrations; Multicultural; Traditional Tale

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Babushka Retold by Sandra Ann Horn Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Meet Babushka, a woman who is so busy focusing on the little things that she hardly notices the miraculous events going on around her. “A lovely Christmas story with a wonderful message about the joys of selfless giving” — Booklist Ages 3 – 7 32pp 10½ x 9¼IN hardcover 9781841483535 $16.99 Festivals and Celebrations; Multicultural; Traditional Tale

BESTSELLER The Greatest Gift The Story of the Other Wise Man Retold by Susan Summers Illustrated by Jackie Morris “Summers retells the story from Victorian writer Henry Van Dyke, based on the legend of a fourth wise man who doesn’t make it to Bethlehem on time. Even while rooted in the traditional Christian story, this lovely book conveys a universal message of the importance of service and kindness” — Publishers Weekly all Ages 32pp 11¼ X 9IN hardcover 9781846865787 $16.99 Festivals and Celebrations; Personal, Social and Emotional Development

OCTOBER 2012 Celtic Christmas CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN Running Time 34:18 9781587592935 $15.99

A Family Christmas CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN Running Time 33:01 9781587592409 $15.99

New Orleans Christmas CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN running time 40:31 9781587591686 $15.99

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award winner One City, Two Brothers Retold by Chris Smith Illustrated by Aurélia Fronty

The Barefoot Book of Blessings from Many Faiths and Cultures Compiled by Sabrina Dearborn Illustrated by Olwyn Whelan

Discover the story of how the city of Jerusalem came to be in this folk tale, passed along for hundreds of years in Muslim, Christian and Jewish communities.

“Dearborn’s editorial choices imply a unity of spirit among a diversity of belief systems...The art invites scrutiny, luring readers back again and again to the rewards of the text” — Publishers Weekly

“A wistful reminder of the shared traditions of an extraordinary and turbulent city” — The New York Times Sunday Book Review Ages 5 – 11 32pp 10¼ x 10IN hardcover 9781846860423 $16.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Traditional Tale

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Ages 5+ 40pp 9 x 10¼IN Hardcover 9781846860690 $18.99 Festivals and Celebrations: Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

“Each brother brought his donkey, and together they plowed the earth and sowed the grain” — One City, Two Brothers JUNE 2012 Medallions Stickers Produced by Djeco

Ages 3+ 160 gold-embossed stickers 4 sheets 8½ x 9IN 7000003002 $5.99

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A Partner’s Story

A Calendar of Festivals Celebrations from around the World Retold by Cherry Gilchrist Illustrated by Helen Cann

First Book (www.firstbook.org) is proud to offer Barefoot Books through the First Book Marketplace. We have distributed more than 90 million books and educational resources to programs that serve children from low-income families, and Barefoot Books’ multicultural and often multilingual titles are in high demand by the programs and classrooms that First Book serves. Barefoot Books has also partnered with First Book to raise awareness and support while engaging Barefoot Books employees and connecting local classrooms with First Book’s resources. As an author of children’s books myself, I support Barefoot Books’ mission to create titles for children that encourage respect for the world’s diversity. — Erica S. Perl Senior Director of Publisher Relations at First Book

“This book is both informative and entertaining, as well as being full of color — as festivals should be” — Montessori International Ages 8+ 80pp 8½ x 10½IN paperback 9781841489704 $14.99 Festivals and Celebrations; Multicultural; Traditional Tale

BESTSELLER Christmas Around the World CD Produced by Putumayo World Music All Ages 5 x 5½IN running time 37:50 9781587590795 $15.99

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Natural child Caring for the environment has become one of the most urgent issues of our time — and it is never too early to start. These books and gifts offer simple, inspiring and effective ways to engage children with the natural world.

Illustration by Sheila Moxley from Grandpa’s Garden (see page 70).


How does your garden grow? Plant a seed and watch it sprout in this bountiful harvest of green titles. New!

MARCH 2012 Grandpa’s Garden Written by Stella Fry, illustrated by Sheila Moxley Young Billy likes to help his grandpa in his garden, but he wonders, “Why does everything take so long?” Follow Billy and Grandpa from early spring to late summer until it’s finally time to harvest all the fruits and vegetables. Includes endnotes on how to rotate garden plots from year to year, so that readers can cultivate their own green thumbs. Ages 3 – 7 40pp 8½ x 11IN Hardcover 9781846860539 $16.99 Paperback 9781846868092 $7.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Science and Environment

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Dig g ipnogse rs Dec o mToa d & es Ho m

Fl o C rowwnesr ts o P r e p Pa avi ng & S eds Se

award winner What’s This? A Seed’s Story Written and illustrated by Caroline Mockford Share the excitement of a small girl who discovers how a tiny seed gradually grows into a beautiful sunflower, and how the sunflower makes new seeds for the following year. Includes advice on cultivating seeds and growing a sunflower den. Ages 3 – 7 32pp 8½ x 10½IN Paperback 9781846860713 $7.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Science and Environment

parents’ choice Award winner Kids’ Garden 40 Fun Indoor and Outdoor Activities and Games Written by Whitney Cohen, Life Lab Science Program Illustrated by Roberta Arenson How green are your thumbs? These colorful cards offer youngsters lots of fun ways to enjoy simple garden and science projects, inside and out. “The best way to spark the imagination and entertain little eco-warriors” — The Green Parent Ages 8+ 40 cards with 8pp illustrated leaflet Box 8½ x 6½ x 2IN Deck 9781846863677 $19.99 Science and Environment

“At last it’s harvest time! There’s so much to do. We dig and pick. In no time at all my basket fills and my mouth blooms bright with strawberry juice” — Grandpa’s Garden

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Bon appétit! Roll up your sleeves and get into the kitchen!

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Kids’ Kitchen 40 Fun and Healthy Recipes to Make and Share Written by Fiona Bird, illustrated by Roberta Arenson Encourage children to prepare tasty meals and introduce them to recipes from around the world. Each of the forty recipes is based around the five main food groups, offering a healthy and exciting way to learn about cooking. Cards are laminated for easy cleaning! Ages 8+ 40 cards with 8pp illustrated leaflet Box 8½ x 6½ x 2IN Deck 9781846861765 $19.99 Science and Environment

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“Herb was cooking a new soup made of butter, leeks, onions, and potatoes. ‘Mmmm,’ he smiled, licking his lips. ‘Very tasty’” — Herb, The Vegetarian Dragon

bestseller parents’ choice award winner Herb, The Vegetarian Dragon Written by Jules Bass Illustrated by Debbie Harter Meet Herb, a dragon who knows how to stay true to his values even in the stickiest of situations. “Herb’s story tells the tale of the future” — Sir Paul McCartney Ages 4 – 10 32pp 8¾ x 11IN Hardcover 9781846862489 $16.99 Paperback 9781905236473 $7.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development

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Namaste! Stretch and center with these yoga titles, specially created for body, mind and spirit.

Yoga Planet 50 Fun Activities for a Greener World Written by Tara Guber and Leah Kalish Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Perform yoga poses and increase environmental awareness with these vibrant, interactive cards. Features detailed step-by-step instructions and tips on how we can reduce our impact on the planet.

bestseller Yoga Pretzels 50 Fun Yoga Activities for Kids and Grownups Written by Tara Guber and Leah Kalish Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Whether you are seven or fifty-seven, these informative and colorful cards are just what you need to learn all the yoga basics.

“Yoga Planet is a great way to get kids and adults moving, laughing, and most importantly, thinking about the world around them” — Tobey Maguire

“Yoga Pretzels is a fantastic way to spend quality time with my kids. I’d highly recommend it to anyone with children” — Catherine Zeta-Jones

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All Ages 50 cards with 8pp illustrated leaflet Box 5½ x 7 x 1¼IN Deck 9781905236046 $14.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development

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“Yoga Pretzels cards are my saving grace. I use them at school daily with the kids but they are really for my sanity” — @Toyqueen

October 2012 bestseller and award winner My Daddy is a Pretzel Yoga for Parents and Kids Written by Baron Baptiste Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Twist, bend and stretch with this wonderful introduction to yoga for readers of all shapes and sizes. All Ages 48pp 8¾ x 11IN paperback 9781846868993 $8.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development

“Through these fun yoga activities, children can improve flexibility, grace and agility while at the same time improving inner strength, confidence and self esteem” — Deepak chopra

Yoga CD Produced by Putumayo World Music all ages 5 x 5½IN Running time 71:32 9781587592744 $15.99

Yoga Planet and Yoga Pretzels are produced in partnership with Yoga Ed., which develops health and wellness courses and materials that educate children, teachers and parents about the benefits of yoga. Visit www.yogaed.com today!

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The great outdoors You’ll meet all kinds of different creatures exploring their habitats in these fun picture books. New!

Jill McDonald finds her inspiration in patterns and nature. Her collages have been featured in Barefoot Books’ Peek-a-Boo series and Over in the Meadow, as well as in scrapbooking lines, stationery collections and even on baby clothes!

MARCH 2012 Who’s in the Farmyard? Written by Phillis Gershator Illustrated by Jill McDonald Head down to the farm and spot frisky goats bleating in the garden, little lambs baaing in the fields and many other animals and their babies being woken up by the rooster’s crow. Peek-a-Boo! Which farm animals can you see? “Adults and children who take the time to examine the pictures one-on-one will be rewarded” — School Library Journal Ages 1 – 4 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 8 5 ⁄ 8 IN Large board book 9781846865749 $14.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

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Who’s in the Forest? Written by Phillis Gershator Illustrated by Jill McDonald “A brightly collaged forest presents itself for young explorers in a question-and-answer format enhanced by die-cut peepholes and repeated onomatopoeia. ‘Who’s in the forest, dark and deep?’” — Kirkus Reviews Ages 1 – 4 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 8 5 ⁄ 8 IN Large board book 9781846864766 $14.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

Black Sheep Finger Puppet Produced by Folkmanis

Hedgehog Finger Puppet Produced by Folkmanis

Ages 3+ 6IN long 7000002157 $7.99

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Owl Finger Puppet Produced by Folkmanis

Black Bear Finger Puppet Produced by Folkmanis

Ages 3+ 4IN tall 7000001815 $7.99

Bunny Rabbit Finger Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 3+ 5IN long 7000001816 $7.99

BESTSELLER AND AWARD WINNER Who’s in the Garden? Written by Phillis Gershator Illustrated by Jill McDonald “An inventive lift-the-flap book reveals the creatures hidden in the green world of furrows, blossoms and flourishing vegetables” — Smithsonian Magazine Ages 1 – 4 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 8 5 ⁄ 8 IN Large board book 9781846864032 $14.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

Ages 3+ 6IN long 7000001252 $7.99

Fox Finger Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 3+ 4IN long 7000001817 $8.99

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March 2012 BESTSELLER AND Award Winner Over in the Meadow Illustrated by Jill McDonald Sung by Susan Reed Susan Reed’s catchy adaptation of this traditional English song explores all kinds of creatures who live over in the meadow. Includes notes on meadows and wildlife in the story. Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 24pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover with enhanced CD 9781846865435 $16.99 paperback with enhanced CD 9781846867477 $9.99 Rhyming Text

bestseller The Beeman Written by Laurie Krebs Illustrated by Valeria Cis Told from the viewpoint of a young boy whose grandpa keeps bees, The Beeman explains how bees live and how they make honey. Includes notes on bees and a recipe for apple and honey muffins. “This cozy intergenerational story will delight young readers” — ForeWord Magazine Ages 4 – 10 40pp 10¼ x 10IN Paperback 9781846862601 $8.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

New! Bee Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 3+ 8IN long workable legs 7000001596 $16.99

march 2012 Over in the Meadow 2-in-a-Box Puzzle Illustrated by Jill McDonald

Ages 3 – 7 Box 8 x 6½ x 21⁄ 3 IN finished size 9 X 7IN 12-piece and 24-piece puzzle 9781846867460 $14.99

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The Parrot Tico Tango Written and illustrated by Anna Witte Sung by Brian Amador Meet Tico Tango in the rainforest. He always wants what others have, so he can’t resist stealing fruit from his friends. But he learns his lesson when he takes on more than he can carry. Ages 3 – 7 24pp 10¼ x 10IN paperback with music cd 9781846866692 $9.99 Paperback 9781905236114 $6.99 El loro Tico Tango spanish Paperback with music cd 9781846866708 $9.99 spanish Paperback 9781841489711 $6.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

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Macaw Finger Puppet Produced by Folkmanis AUGUST 2012 Plastichic Light Clay Produced by Djeco

Ages 4 – 7 box 9¼ x 9 x 2½IN 5 backgrounds, 4 jars of clay, accessories & instructions 7000003014 $29.99

Ages 3+ 2½IN long 7000001819 $8.99

Scarlet Macaw Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 3+ 25IN tall workable beak 7000001405 $34.99

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The cycle of life These gentle stories explore our relationship with Mother Earth. New!

“The idea of conflating Mother Earth with a child’s own beautiful mother is a lovely one”

— Kirkus reviews

APRIL 2012 My Mama Earth Written by Susan B. Katz, illustrated by Melissa Launay This imaginative and lyrical picture book showcases the love between a mother and child: as warm as the sun, as bright as the moon and as boundless as the stars. Bright, saturated illustrations shimmer with miniscule details of the flora and fauna of our planet. Ages 1 – 7 24pp 9 x 10¼IN Hardcover 9781846864186 $16.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

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“My mama hangs the moon for me. She puts it low so I can see” — My Mama Earth AWARD WINNER The Gift Written by Carol Ann Duffy, illustrated by Rob Ryan The exceptional talents of UK Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy and papercut artist extraordinaire Rob Ryan combine to give this story of a young girl’s life and loves a timeless magic. “The Gift is about the life journey all of us have to make. It’s so consoling that when you reach the end you feel uplifted and re-made” — The Daily Mail All Ages 32pp 9 x 10¼IN Hardcover 9781846863554 $16.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development

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The Barefoot Book of Animal Tales From Around the World Retold and narrated by Naomi Adler Illustrated by Amanda Hall

Award winner The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales Written by Dawn Casey Illustrated by Anne Wilson

Enjoy nine fun-filled animal adventures from cultures all over the world. These traditional tales teach the importance of community, bravery, kindness and a sense of humor.

These seven folk tales are each followed by a hands-on activity that promotes green living and reinforces the eco-messages of the stories.

Ages 4 – 7 80pp 8¾ x 10¾IN Paperback with two Story CDs 9781846860133 $16.99 Multicultural; Traditional Tale

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MAY 2012 BESTSELLER and award winner Whole World Illustrated by Christopher Corr Sung by Fred Penner Sing around the planet, from the mountains to the valleys! Includes fun tips on how to live green. Featured on Oprah Magazine’s O List, 2008. New enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong.

Whole World Fun Eco Activities Illustrated by Christopher Corr Ideal for earth-conscious youngsters, this activity book is packed full of hands-on ideas for protecting the planet. Interior printed on 100% recycled paper. Ages 4 – 8 24pp 8¾ x 11IN Paperback 9781846862205 $5.99

All Ages 32pp 10 x 9¾IN paperback with ENHANCED CD 9781846868320 $9.99 El mundo spanish Paperback with music cd 9781846862083 $9.99 spanish Paperback 9781846862090 $7.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

“As a storyteller, I love culturally diverse and beautiful books. Thanks for dreaming and creating a world of joy for families!” — Melony, via facebook

Life on Earth Matching Game Produced by eeBoo Ages 5+ 48 Pieces, each 2¼ x 2¼IN Box 9½ x 7¼IN 7000001835 $16.99

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Explore and discover Make friends with Leonardo and wish upon the millionth star.

BESTSELLER Star Seeker A Journey to Outer Space Written by Theresa Heine, illustrated by Victor Tavares Ride into the night sky with a boy and a girl in this unique blend of adventure, science and mythology. Hardcover edition includes a poster of the solar system. Ages 5 – 11 32pp 8½ x 11IN hardcover 9781905236367 $16.99 Paperback 9781846863851 $7.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

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An Ambassador’s Story

award winner The Genius of Leonardo Written by Guido Visconti Illustrated by Bimba Landmann

I’m so thankful to Nancy and Tessa, who as individuals took and continue to take leaps of faith. Because of their conviction, belief and commitment, I am enjoying my ability to Live Barefoot. Living Barefoot means Living the Motherhood as I imagine it for myself and my children. Living Barefoot means Living a Wifehood that lets me support my family’s financial goals. Living Barefoot means Living an Independent Life working for myself and supporting others. Living Barefoot means Living Green, selling children’s products I can stand behind, trust and share with others. Living Barefoot means Living the Dream I imagine for myself and family, which balances life, purpose, wealth and freedom. Living Barefoot means Living Blessed! — Heather Barton Ziegler Barefoot Books Ambassador

“A unique, stylish introduction to the artist, his work, and his time, all written from an apprentice’s perspective” — Booklist Ages 7+ 40pp 8¾ x 12½IN Hardcover 9781841483016 $16.99 Art History and Philosophy

“I’ll spin like a pinwheel Through the Milky Way’s froth, Take a ride on the Great Bear And never fall off” — Star Seeker

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Fun first steps Introduce early learning themes with playful and colorful books and gifts that can grow with your child: first as readalouds for underfives, then as readalones for those taking their first steps toward independent reading.

Illustration by Debbie Harter from The Animal Boogie (see page 92).


Animated singalongs

Watch and sing along to our video animations, now included in our books with enhanced CDs!

Bestseller The Shape Song Swingalong Written and sung by SteveSongs, illustrated by David Sim What can you do with a line, a circle, a square, a triangle? Sing and dance with SteveSongs as you use shapes to draw everything from castles to cities to beach-side waterslides! Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. “The shape-focused chorus, bouncy verses, and whimsical storytelling should have kids singing along!”— Publishers Weekly Ages 4 – 7 24pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover with enhanced CD 9781846866715 $16.99 paperback with enhanced CD 9781846866791 $9.99 Rhyming Text

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“Loving [The] Shape Song Swingalong. I can’t get the song out of my head. Line, line, circle, circle...Great new book!” — Sarah Vanderstraaten-Pease

Barefoot Books Ambassador

play animation learn the song

with lyrics

be the star

with lyrics without vocals

Our enhanced CDs are a great way for children to develop reading, listening and singing skills. Play them in a CD player or a computer.

“My nine-month-old son absolutely adores all the videos. We play them in a loop whenever he is fussing around with food, getting cranky and even as a playtime activity — it works every time!” Sing Along with Putumayo CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

— Puja, via Facebook

All Ages 5 x 5½IN Running time 39:11 9781587590801 $15.99

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Bestseller If You’re Happy and You Know It! Adapted by Anna McQuinn Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Sung by Susan Reed Meet children from thirty-six cultures as you sing your way through this joyful book. You’ll also learn to say “hello” in each of their languages. Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 24pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover with Music CD 9781846862885 $16.99 paperback with enhanced CD 9781846866197 $9.99 Multicultural

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JULY 2012 Origami Faces Produced by Djeco

Ages 4 – 10 40 sheets of 8 x 8in origami paper, Decorative stickers & instructions 7000003060 $8.99

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Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Sung by Fred Penner Join four children from different countries — India, England, Mali and China — as they each get ready for school. Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 24pp 10¼ x 10IN paperback with enhanced CD 9781846866562 $9.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text


New!

Now in paperback WITH VIDEO CD

Knick Knack Paddy Whack Illustrated by Christiane Engel Sung by SteveSongs Sing along to this new take on a well-loved classic. Endnotes introduce the instrument families and musical scoring. Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 24pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover with Music CD 9781846861444 $16.99 paperback with enhanced CD 9781846866593 $9.99 paperback 9781846863059 $6.99 Multicultural; Rhyming Text

March 2012 BESTSELLER AND Award Winner Over in the Meadow Illustrated by Jill McDonald Sung by Susan Reed Susan Reed’s catchy adaptation of this traditional English song explores all kinds of creatures who live over in the meadow. Includes notes on meadows and the wildlife in the story. Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 24pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover with enhanced CD 9781846865435 $16.99 paperback with enhanced CD 9781846867477 $9.99 Rhyming Text

New! march 2012 Over in the Meadow 2-in-a-Box Puzzle Illustrated by Jill McDonald

Ages 3 – 7 Box 8 x 6½ x 21⁄ 3 IN finished size 9 X 7IN 12-piece and 24-piece puzzle 9781846867460 $14.99

Jazz Playground CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN Running time 31:26 9781587592478 $15.99

New Orleans Playground CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN running time 28:37 9781587591693 $15.99

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bestseller and Award winner The Animal Boogie Illustrated by Debbie Harter, sung by Fred Penner Leap, shake and shimmy in the Indian jungle! Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 32pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover with enhanced CD 9781846867163 $16.99 Paperback with enhanced CD 9781846866203 $9.99 Cha-cha-cha en la selva spanish Paperback 9781841482651 $6.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

The Animal Boogie Mini Cube Puzzle Illustrated by Debbie Harter Ages 3 – 8 Box 4½ x 4 x 4½IN finished size 4¼ x 4¼IN 36-piece puzzle 9781846868214 $12.99

Elephant Puppet Produced by Folkmanis

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The Animal Boogie Fun Activities Illustrated by Debbie Harter Have fun in the jungle with lots of puzzles, games, coloring pages, word scrambles and reusable full-color stickers! Interior printed on 100% recycled paper. Ages 4 – 8 16pp with 2pp reusable stickers 8¾ x 11IN Paperback 9781846862854 $5.99


The Animal Boogie has won several notable awards, including an Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award (2001) and an Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award (2003).

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Animal Playground CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

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Reggae Playground CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN Running time 43:16 9781587591549 $15.99

Rock & Roll Playground CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

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bestseller Port Side Pirates! Written by Oscar Seaworthy Illustrated by Debbie Harter Sung by Mark Collins

Pirates Fun Activities Illustrated by Debbie Harter

Ahoy, mateys! This high-seas adventure features fun facts about pirates and ships. Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong.

With treasure maps, word searches, mazes and games, this action-packed book will keep young landlubbers happy for many hours. Includes full-color reusuable stickers. Interior printed on 100% recycled paper. Ages 4 – 8 16pp with 2pp reusable stickers 8¾ x 11IN Paperback 9781846862175 $5.99

Ages 3 – 7 32pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover with enhanced CD 9781846867170 $16.99 Paperback with enhanced CD 9781846866678 $9.99 Paperback 9781846862052 $6.99 Journeys and Transport; Rhyming Text

New!

New! JUNE 2012 Pirate Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 5+ 14IN tall 7000003016 $35.99

JUNE 2012 Pirates Stickers Produced by Djeco

Ages 3+ 160 colorful stickers 4 sheets 8½ x 9IN 7000003003 $4.99

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“Shiver me timbers, my little mates love it, I’ve had to play it over and over! It’s a great, catchy tune with a really cute story...a true winner!” — Jennifer, via facebook

Port Side Pirates! 2-in-a-Box Puzzle Illustrated by Debbie Harter

Ages 3 – 7 Box 8 x 6½ x 21⁄ 3 IN finished size 9 X 7IN 12-piece and 24-piece puzzle 9781846866661 $14.99

Scarlet Macaw Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 3+ 25IN tall workable beak 7000001405 $34.99

Macaw Finger Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 3+ 2½IN long 7000001819 $8.99

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Down on the farm

Cluck cluck, moo moo! Who’s waiting at the farm for you? New!

Now in paperback WITH VIDEO CD

SteveSongs has been writing and performing fun and educational songs for kids and families for over eleven years. You can also find him on PBS KIDS®.

March 2012 Bestseller Driving my Tractor Written by Jan Dobbins, illustrated by David Sim, sung by SteveSongs Follow a farmer as he goes around his farm collecting the animals. This delightful book combines simple counting skills with a catchy song. Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 32pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover with music cd 9781846863585 $ 16.99 Paperback with enhanced CD 9781846866647 $9.99 paperback 9781846864360 $6.99 Mathematics; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

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March 2012 The Farmyard Jamboree Written by Margaret Read MacDonald Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Sung by Bob King “Young readers count, review colors, and learn the names of animals and their young in this cumulative tale” — Horn Book Guide New enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 32pp 10¼ x 10IN Paperback with Enhanced CD 9781846867187 $9.99 Algarabía en la granja spanish Paperback with Music CD 9781846862823 $9.99 Mathematics; Rhyming Text

MARCH 2012 Who’s in the Farmyard? Written by Phillis Gershator Illustrated by Jill McDonald Head down to the farm and spot frisky goats bleating in the garden, little lambs baaing in the fields and many other animals and their babies being woken up by the rooster’s crow. Peek-a-Boo! Which farm animals can you see? Ages 1 – 4 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 8 5 ⁄ 8 IN Large board book 9781846865749 $14.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

Driving my Tractor 2-in-a-Box Puzzle Illustrated by David Sim

Ages 3 – 7 Box 8 x 6½ x 21⁄ 3 IN finished size 9 X 7IN 12-piece and 24-piece puzzle 9781846865732 $14.99

Black Sheep Finger Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 3+ 6IN long 7000002157 $7.99

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Here, there and everywhere

Travel by land, by air and by sea with these on-the-go adventures.

The Journey Home from Grandpa’s Written by Jemima Lumley, illustrated by Sophie Fatus, sung by Fred Penner Hop in the yellow car and watch the other vehicles as they whizz past! A beautiful spread at the end features all of the colors and modes of transportation from the story. Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 24pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover with enhanced CD 9781846868986 $16.99 Paperback with enhanced CD 9781846866586 $9.99 Journeys and Transport; Rhyming Text

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An Editor’s Story

The Journey Home from Grandpa’s Fun Activities Illustrated by Sophie Fatus

Since I joined Barefoot Books nearly eight years ago, the world of publishing has faced some enormous changes and challenges. None has been more exciting than the arrival of the digital age. We’ve embraced this opportunity by bringing our singalongs to life in the form of animations. Each and every one of these has not only been tested and checked by our editorial team, but also by Barefoot Books’ greatest critics and fans — my two daughters, aged three and six. It always amazes me to see how perceptive children are from such a young age. It also reminds me that we’re doing the most important job here ­— putting books and experiences in their hands that will set them up for life. — Emma Parkin Group Publishing Manager at Barefoot Books

Follow a family in their bouncy yellow car and enjoy all kinds of counting, coloring and map-reading activities as they make their way home. Includes a set of full-color reusable stickers. Interior printed on 100% recycled paper. Ages 4 – 8 16pp with 2pp reusable stickers 8¾ x 11IN Paperback 9781846862779 $5.99

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MARCH 2012 The Journey Home from Grandpa’s 2-in-a-Box Puzzle Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Ages 3 – 7 Box 8 x 6½ x 21⁄ 3 IN finished size 9 X 7IN 12-piece and 24-piece puzzle 9781846867453 $14.99

“The white helicopter whizzes up and down and round” — The Journey Home from Grandpa’s

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May 2012 Magic Train Ride Written and sung by Sally Crabtree Illustrated by Sonia Esplugas “Get on the train, chug down the track, and jump out at the destination of your dreams. If you don’t know how to play, ask your favorite little kid to serve as conductor, then sit back and enjoy the ride” — Sioux Falls Woman Magazine New enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 32pp 10¼ x 10IN Paperback with enhanced CD 9781846866579 $9.99 Journeys and Transport; Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

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BESTSELLER We All Go Traveling By Written by Sheena Roberts Illustrated by Siobhan Bell Sung by Fred Penner “A perfect introduction to teaching modes of transportation” — Book and More for Growing Minds Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 24pp 10¼ x 10IN Paperback with enhanced CD 9781846866555 $9.99 Paperback 9781841485959 $6.99 Journeys and Transport; Rhyming Text


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May 2012 Ship Shapes Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Siobhan Bell Spot the shapes on top of rolling waves in this nautical early learning selection. Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10 x 9¾IN paperback 9781846867620 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846861574 $6.99 Rhyming Text

I Wish I Were a Pilot Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Max Grover Wish your way through race car tracks, wavy seas and more in this imaginative book. Ages 1 – 4 24pp 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846861680 $6.99 Journeys and Transport; Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

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“I love reading Barefoot Books to my toddler class! Their favorite is We All Go Traveling By” — Jessi, via facebook

JUNE 2012 Let’s Go! Stickers Produced by Djeco

Ages 3+ 160 colorful stickers 4 sheets 8½ x 9IN 7000003059 $4.99

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It’s a wide, wide world

Explore all kinds of environments with these playful characters.

award winner Up, Up, Up! Written and sung by Susan Reed Illustrated by Rachel Oldfield Enjoy an aerial view of the planet when you set sail in a hot-air balloon with three children and their small, inquisitive dog. Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 24pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover with Music CD 9781846863691 $16.99 Paperback with enhanced CD 9781846865503 $9.99 Journeys and Transport; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

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May 2012 BESTSELLER I Could Be, You Could Be Written by Karen Owen, Illustrated by Barroux

Walking through the Jungle Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Debbie Harter Sung by Fred Penner

“In this sweet story, a boy and a girl make believe they are everything from astronauts to animals in the jungle. This simple formula and clear writing make the story accessible for listeners who love to play pretend games as well as for beginning readers. The book is great for sharing aloud and sparking discussions about imagination and pretend” — School Library Journal

Camels to crocodiles, icebergs to deserts: this young explorer sees them all, traveling around the world and back again, still making it home in time for supper, safe and sound! Enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong.

Ages 2 – 6 32pp 10¼ x 10IN PAPERBACK 9781846867637 $6.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

Ages 3 – 7 32pp 10¼ x 10IN Paperback with enhanced CD 9781846866609 $9.99 Paperback 9781841485485 $6.99 De paseo por la selva Spanish paperback 9781841489957 $6.99 Journeys and Transport; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

“I could be an alien with a funny face” — I Could Be, You Could Be

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All creatures great and small Slither, shimmy and crawl with these unusual creatures. New!

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March 2012 Creepy Crawly Calypso Written by Tony Langham, illustrated by Debbie Harter, sung by Richard Love “Kids can count their way through the rainforest to a Caribbean beat” — Publishers Weekly New enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 32pp 10¼ x 10IN Paperback with enhanced CD 9781846868283 $9.99 Ladybug Puppet Paperback 9781846861338 $6.99 ¡Mira quién toca calipso! Produced by Folkmanis spanish Paperback with Music CD 9781846862809 $9.99 Ages 3+ 7IN long spanish Paperback 9781846862816 $6.99 workable legs Mathematics; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment 7000001255 $16.99

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March 2012 A Dragon on the Doorstep Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Debbie Harter Sung by Fred Penner This lighthearted singalong is full of scary animals who turn out not to be so scary after all! New enhanced CD includes video animation and audio singalong. Ages 3 – 7 32pp 10¼ x 10IN Paperback with enhanced CD 9781846868269 $9.99 Rhyming Text

Thesaurus Rex Written by Laya Steinberg Illustrated by Debbie Harter “Kids will enjoy the book just for the fun story... but it also works as an excellent introduction to synonyms” — School Library Journal Ages 3 – 7 24pp 10¼ x 10IN Paperback 9781841481807 $6.99 Rhyming Text

“Hear these creepy crawlies play their cool calypso beat!” — Creepy Crawly Calypso

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Busy, busy Bear

Our bestselling Bear’s happy antics introduce early learning topics using simple rhymes. These adventures are written by Stella Blackstone and illustrated by Debbie Harter. New!

June 2012 Bear Takes a Trip Bear and his friend are taking a trip to the mountains. Tell the time with them as they make their way to their destination on many different types of transportation — and have lots of fun when they get there! Includes an introduction to telling time. Ages 2 – 6 24PP 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781846867569 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846867576 $6.99 Journeys and Transport; Rhyming Text

“Bear has a very long journey to make. There are lots of things for him to take” — Bear Takes a Trip

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Bear’s Birthday “Harter’s familiar cartoon bear and buddies party with gifts, musical chairs, hide-and-seek, a treasure hunt, and a variety of treats. Readers are given the task of counting the number of balloons and the final spread shows a balloon countdown from 10 to one, assisted by Bear’s black-and-white-striped cat” — School Library Journal

bestseller Bear in a Square

Ages 2 – 6 24pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781846860553 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781841482873 $6.99 Oso en un cuadrado Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10 x 9¾IN spanish paperback 9781846864322 $6.99 Mathematics; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

Ages 2 – 6 24PP 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781846865152 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846865169 $6.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Rhyming Text

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Bear about Town

Ages 2 – 6 24pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781846860270 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781841483733 $6.99 Oso en la ciudad Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10 x 9¾IN spanish paperback 9781841487762 $6.99 Mathematics; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

bestseller Bear on a Bike

Ages 2 – 6 32pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781905236985 $6.99 24pp 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781841483757 $6.99 Oso en bicicleta Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10 x 9¾IN spanish paperback 9781841487755 $6.99 Mathematics; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

Bear on the Go First Puzzles Illustrated by Debbie Harter Ages 2 – 4 Box 5 x 5 x 4IN 4 different 4-piece puzzles 9781846868221 $12.99

oppenheim platinum award winner Bear at Home Ages 2 – 6 24pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781841487014 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781841489254 $6.99 Oso en casa Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10 x 9¾IN spanish paperback 9781841487793 $6.99 Mathematics; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

Bear in Sunshine

Ages 2 – 6 24pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781841487007 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781841489230 $6.99 Oso bajo el sol Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10 x 9¾IN spanish paperback 9781841487786 $6.99 Mathematics; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

“My little man received two lovely books from you this Christmas from his godparents. How lucky we are. Love them!” — @YourGreenbaby

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Bear’s Busy Family

Ages 2 – 6 24pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781841481531 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781841483917 $6.99 La familia ocupada de Oso Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10 x 9¾IN spanish paperback 9781846864339 $6.99 Mathematics; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

Bear at Work

Ages 2 – 6 24pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781846861109 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846860065 $6.99 Oso en el trabajo Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10 x 9¾IN spanish paperback 9781846865541 $6.99 Mathematics; Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

Bear en Español!

Young readers will love our Spanish-language editions of Bear!

Bear at Work Fun Activities Illustrated by Debbie Harter Join Bear and keep busy and happy with patterns, counting games, connect the dots, codes, shapes and a set of reusable full-color stickers. Interior printed on 100% recycled paper. Ages 4 – 8 16pp with 2pp reusable stickers 8¾ x 11IN Paperback 9781846864445 $5.99

Debbie Harter has been drawing, painting and creating since she was very little. She has illustrated numerous Barefoot Books titles, including the new Bear Takes a Trip and our bestselling singalong, The Animal Boogie.

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Bear Bilinguals

These bilingual adventures are all available in both Spanish & English and French & English.

Bear at Home / Oso en casa

english / spanish Ages 2 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 9 7 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846864223 $6.99

Bear at Home / L’Ours à la maison

english / french Ages 2 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 9 7 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846864216 $6.99

Bear about Town / Oso en la ciudad

english / spanish Ages 2 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 9 7 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846863776 $6.99

Bear about Town / L’Ours dans la ville

english / french Ages 2 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 9 7 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846863769 $6.99

“The sentences are simple and introduce key vocabulary related to each specific theme. There’s a supplemental vocab list at the end of each book, and they’re paperback—so it ’s easy to take them along without taking up too much space!” — SpanglishBaby.com

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August 2012 Bear at Work / Oso en el trabajo

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August 2012 Bear’s Busy Family / La familia ocupada de Oso

english / spanish Ages 2 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 9 7 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846867699 $6.99

english / spanish Ages 2 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 9 7 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846867712 $6.99

August 2012 Bear at Work / L’Ours au travail

August 2012 Bear’s Busy Family / La famille active de l’Ours

english / french Ages 2 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 9 7 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846867705 $6.99

english / french Ages 2 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 9 7 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846867729 $6.99

Bear in a Square / Oso en un cuadrado

Bear in Sunshine / Oso bajo el sol

english / spanish Ages 2 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 9 7 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846863875 $6.99

english / spanish Ages 2 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 9 7 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846863899 $6.99

Bear in a Square / L’Ours dans un carré

Bear in Sunshine / L’Ours au soleil

english / french Ages 2 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 9 7 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846863868 $6.99

english / french Ages 2 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 9 7 ⁄ 8 IN Paperback 9781846863882 $6.99

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Fabric friends

Created by fabric artist Clare Beaton, these animal adventures are perfect for the under-five crowd.

Clare Beaton is an award-winning children’s author and illustrator, internationally recognized for her distinctive collages using felt, vintage fabrics, buttons and sequins. She has created over twenty Barefoot Books titles.

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BESTSELLER and award winner Secret Seahorse Written by Stella Blackstone, illustrated by Clare Beaton Meet all kinds of aquatic creatures as you descend into the deep — and see if you can spot the seahorse as he swims through the coral reef! “The involving quest and appealing fabric collages make this rhyming hide-and-seek tale great for reading together or enjoying alone” — Booklist Ages 1 – 7 32pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781841489377 $6.99 24pp 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781905236152 $6.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

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JUNE 2012 Animals Stickers Produced by Djeco

Ages 3+ 160 colorful stickers 4 sheets 8½ x 9IN 7000003058 $4.99


Bestseller I Dreamt I Was a Dinosaur Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Clare Beaton “Dinosaurs of fabrics and felt chomp on dyed yarn grass next to a sequined lava-spewing volcano...easily one of the most adorable dinosaur books out there for preschool-primary crowd” — School Library Journal Ages 1 – 4 32pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781846860256 $6.99 24pp 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846860157 $6.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

New! Dinosaur Block Puzzle Illustrated by Clare Beaton

Ages 2+ Box size 6½ x 6½ x 2¼IN finished size 6 x 6IN 9 cubes, 6 puzzles 9781846865251 $15.99

AUGUST 2012 Enchanted Fishing Game Produced by Djeco

Ages 2+ Box 11 x 6 x 1in 2 fishing rods, 12 fish & an underwater scene 7000003006 $24.99

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How Loud is a Lion? Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Clare Beaton Crocodiles are crafty, monkeys are mischievous. But how loud is a lion? Shhh! Listen! Find out just how loud a lion is while discovering lots of other African animals along the way. Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10¼ x 10IN paperback 9781846865343 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN board book 9781846860003 $6.99 Rhyming Text

award winner How Big is a Pig? Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Clare Beaton Learn about opposites and contrasts as you follow an inquisitive pig who has a seemingly simple question. Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781841487021 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781841489599 $6.99 Cerdota grandota 10 x 9¾IN spanish Paperback 9781841489261 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN spanish Board Book 9781846860188 $6.99 Rhyming Text

“Some bees fly high; some bees fly low. But how big is a pig? Tell me if you know!” — How Big is a Pig?

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There’s a Cow in the Cabbage Patch Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Clare Beaton Take a tour around the farmyard and help all of the animals find their way to their rightful spots in this topsy-turvy jaunt. Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10 x 9¾IN paperback 9781841483351 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781841489612 $6.99 Hay una vaca entre las coles 10 x 9¾IN spanish Paperback 9781841489650 $6.99 Rhyming Text

On the Farm Mini Play Scene Illustrated by Clare Beaton Produced by Mudpuppy Press

Ages 3+ 2 sheets of reusable stickers & sticker board 7½ x 8IN closed 9780735320819 $9.99

OPPENHEIM GOLD award winner Who Are You, Baby Kangaroo? Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Clare Beaton Join a curious puppy who takes a trip around the world discovering what baby animals are called. Ages 1 – 4 32pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781846861901 $6.99 24pp 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781905236190 $6.99 Rhyming Text

Baby Animals Block Puzzle Illustrated by Clare Beaton Produced by Mudpuppy Press

Ages 3 – 6 Box size 6½ x 6½IN x 2¼ finished size 6 x 6IN 9 cubes, 6 puzzles 9780735301740 $15.99

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Hide-and-seek

Find what you’re looking for in these hide-and-seek and lift-the-flap adventures.

oppenheim platinum award winner Elusive Moose Written by Joan Gannij Illustrated by Clare Beaton Search for the elusive moose in the snowy north, and meet lots of other northland animals on the journey. Ages 1 – 4 32pp 10¼ x 10IN Hardcover 9781905236756 $15.99 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781846860751 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846860010 $6.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

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Hidden Hippo Written by Joan Gannij Illustrated by Clare Beaton Journey through the grasslands of Africa to meet elephants, giraffes, zebras and many other creatures. But the animal to look out for is the hippo. Finally, with a loud splash, you find him! Ages 1 – 4 32pp 10¼ x 10IN paperback 9781846865336 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN board book 9781846863295 $6.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment


Join children from across the world as they learn animal sounds and the ways in which different creatures move in these charming lift-the-flap board books written by Stella Blackstone and illustrated by Caroline Mockford.

These question-and-answer selections use rhyming text and clever artwork to build visual skills and reinforce familiar household places and items. Written by Stella Blackstone and illustrated by Debbie Harter.

Walk with Me!

Where’s the Cat?

Ages 1 – 4 14pp 7½ x 7½IN Board Book 9781846861796 $7.99

Ages 1 – 4 24pp 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781841486079 $6.99 Rhyming Text

Talk with Me!

Ages 1 – 4 14pp 7½ x 7½IN Board Book 9781846861802 $7.99 Multicultural; Rhyming Text

Who Are You?

Ages 1 – 4 24pp 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781841486093 $6.99 Rhyming Text

Little ones will love to reveal what’s hiding under each flap in the story.

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Building blocks Introduce youngsters to ABCs, 123s and lots of other early learning concepts.

Written by Stella Blackstone and illustrated by Stephanie Bauer, these cheery board books make for a colorful introduction to first numbers, letters and opposites. Alligator Alphabet

Ages 1 – 4 32pp 6¼ x 7 7⁄ 8 IN Board Book 9781846860737 $7.99 Rhyming Text

Octopus Opposites

Ages 1 – 4 32pp 6¼ x 7 7⁄ 8 IN Board Book 9781846865916 $7.99 Rhyming Text

Counting Cockatoos

Ages 1 – 4 32pp 6¼ x 7 ⁄ IN Board Book 9781846860614 $7.99 Mathematics; Rhyming Text 78

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Octopus Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 3+ 13IN LONG workable legs 7000001822 $19.99


Cleo’s Counting Book Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Caroline Mockford

Cleo’s Color Book Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Caroline Mockford

Cleo’s Alphabet Book Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Caroline Mockford

Join Cleo as she counts from one to ten, then back to one again!

Follow Cleo on her rhyming journey through the spectrum of colors. Learn how to mix colors too!

Help Cleo guess which word goes with each letter of the alphabet. Hardcover edition includes a poster.

Ages 1 – 4 24pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781841481746 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846860638 $6.99 Mathematics; Rhyming Text

Ages 1 – 4 32pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781846864407 $6.99 24PP 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846860607 $6.99 Rhyming Text

Ages 1 – 4 32pp 10¼ x 10IN hardcover 9781841480084 $15.99 32pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781841481654 $6.99 24PP 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846860461 $6.99 Rhyming Text

“E is for emu” — Alligator Alphabet

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Kangaroos Have Joeys Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Philippa-Alys Browne

African Animals ABC Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Philippa-Alys Browne

Inquisitive children will love this informative book about the names of baby animals. The vividly illustrated rhyming text inspires interest in the natural world, and notes on the animals are an added bonus.

“A lovely rhyming alphabet book of African animals... distinctive illustrations burst onto the page in an array of colors and tribal patterns” — Action Aid

Ages 2 – 6 32pp 9½ x 7¾IN Large board book 9781846863370 $14.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

Ages 2 – 6 32pp 9½ x 7¾IN large board book 9781846863615 $14.99 11¼ x 9IN paperback 9781841483191 $7.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

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Animal ABC Ring Flash Cards Illustrated by Clare Beaton Produced by Mudpuppy Press Ages 2 – 6 26 two-sided cards, each 5 x 2¾IN 9780735308367 $16.99

JULY 2012 Origami Animals Produced by Djeco

Ages 4 – 10 36 sheets of 8 x 8in origami paper, Decorative stickers & instructions 7000003009 $8.99

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award winner Zoë and her Zebra Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Clare Beaton

BESTSELLER One Moose, Twenty Mice Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Clare Beaton

With names for twenty-six children and animals, this action-packed alphabet makes learning letters fun!

“Young viewers will find the fuzzy menagerie endearing, and they’ll giggle through the rollicking kitty hunt” — Bulletin for the Center for Children’s Books

“Vivid hues, curious creatures, and repetitive text make for an exhilarating foray into the world of ABCs for preschoolers” — Kirkus Reviews Ages 1 – 4 32pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781846865367 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781841483931 $6.99 Multicultural; Rhyming Text

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Ages 1 – 4 32pp 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781841481296 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781841482859 $6.99 Un alce, veinte ratones 10 x 9¾IN spanish Paperback 9781841489117 $6.99 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Spanish Board Book 9781846860195 $6.99 Mathematics; Rhyming Text

Zebra Puppet Produced by Folkmanis JUNE 2012 Animals Stickers Produced by Djeco

Ages 3+ 160 colorful stickers 4 sheets 8½ x 9IN 7000003058 $4.99

Ages 5+ 13IN tall workable mouth 7000001491 $22.99

Moose Finger Puppet Produced by Folkmanis

Ages 3+ 6IN long 7000001821 $7.99

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Welcome, Baby!

Help your baby to build early language and memory skills.

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February 2012 Meet Wee Willie Winkie, Little Nanny Button-Cap and lots of different animals to name and count in these delightful books for babies and toddlers. The rhythmic rhyming text is fun to read aloud, and Clare Beaton’s inviting fabric illustrations will bring little ones back again and again. Thick cardboard pages are perfect for playtime and for curling up with at night for peaceful bedtimes. Clare Beaton’s Bedtime Rhymes Ages 0 – 4 16pp 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846867378 $6.99 Rhyming Text

Clare Beaton’s Farmyard Rhymes

Ages 0 – 4 16pp 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846867361 $6.99 Rhyming Text

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Baby’s First Book Illustrated by Clare Beaton Enter the enchanting world of first rhymes, everyday scenes and simple details that make a baby’s first months so special. With Clare Beaton’s hand-sewn collages, this book offers all types of things to look at and learn about. Features cloth binding. Ages 0 – 2 64pp 9¾ x 9¾IN Hardcover 9781846861437 $19.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development

BESTSELLER Baby’s First Journal Illustrated by Clare Beaton Write down memories, share photographs and keep precious things from your baby’s early days. With cloth binding, exquisite illustrations and six keepsake pockets, this is the perfect companion to Baby’s First Book. Ages 0 – 2 50pp 10½ x 10½IN Hardcover with spiral binding 9781846862663 $24.99 Personal, Social and Emotional Development

These sturdy board books feature simple rhymes that help build language and movement skills. Classic nursery favorites like “Humpty Dumpty,” “Incy Wincy Spider,” and “Hey Diddle Diddle” come alive with Clare Beaton’s hallmark hand-sewn illustrations. BESTSELLER Clare Beaton’s Action Rhymes Ages 0 – 4 16pp 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846864735 $6.99 Rhyming Text

Bo Peep’s Woolly Sheep Puppet Produced by Folkmanis Ages 3+ 19IN LONG workable mouth 7000001250 $24.99

BESTSELLER Clare Beaton’s Nursery Rhymes

Ages 0 – 4 16pp 6 5 ⁄ 8 X 6½IN Board Book 9781846864728 $6.99 Rhyming Text

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Mrs. Moon Lullabies for Bedtime Illustrated by Clare Beaton Sung by Dana Kletter “Gentle, warm, soft and familiar, the illustrations and folksy style of voices and instruments lull the reader to dreamtime” — Bookin’ it Ages 0 – 3 48pp 9 x 10¼IN Hardcover with Music CD 9781846860676 $19.99 Rhyming Text

SEPTEMBER 2012 Instrumental Dreamland CD Produced by Putumayo World Music All Ages 5 x 5½IN Running Time 27:40 9781587593000 $15.99

Dreamland CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

All Ages 5 x 5½IN Running Time 38:27 9781587590719 $15.99

Acoustic Dreamland CD Produced by Putumayo World Music All Ages 5 x 5½IN Running Time 31:10 9781587592775 $15.99

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Playtime Rhymes for Little People Illustrated by Clare Beaton Sung by Susan Reed “A plethora of lap games, finger plays, and action rhymes for adults to share with young children... [T]he cuddliness will appeal to parents as the detailing intrigues young viewers” — Bulletin for the Center of Children’s Books Ages 0 – 5 64pp 9 x 10½IN Hardcover with Music CD 9781846861567 $19.99 Rhyming Text

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BESTSELLER oppenheim gold award winner Mother Goose Remembers Illustrated by Clare Beaton Composed and sung by Caroline Butler, Charles Spencer, Nick Hooper and Dave Townsend “Beaton’s work evokes the cozy domesticity and unhurried days of a bygone era, and many adults may find it refreshing to find a Mother Goose untainted by zingy modern ironies” — Publishers Weekly

Starlight Sailor Written by James Mayhew Illustrated by Jackie Morris Follow a small boy and his dog as they sail through the land of dreams in a paper boat. Includes instructions on how to make a paper boat of your own. Ages 2 – 6 24pp 9½ x 9½IN Hardcover 9781846861857 $16.99 Rhyming Text

Ages 0 – 5 64pp 9 x 10½IN Hardcover with Music CD 9781846860034 $19.99 Rhyming Text

Mother Goose First Puzzles Illustrated by Clare Beaton Ages 2+ Box 5 x 5 x 4IN 4 different 4-piece puzzles 9781846865268 $12.99

Celtic Dreamland CD Produced by Putumayo World Music

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Laptime stories

Curl up with these oversized board books and make storytime into snuggletime.

Listen, Listen Written by Phillis Gershator Illustrated by Alison Jay “Capturing a summer idyll reading in a hammock with the same care as a warm evening by the fireplace, Jay invests each image with both joy and melancholy. This jewel of a book will draw children back again and again” — Booklist (starred review) Ages 1 – 7 32pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 8 5 ⁄ 8 IN Large board book 9781846862014 $14.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

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BESTSELLER AND AWARD WINNER I Took the Moon for a Walk Written by Carolyn Curtis Illustrated by Alison Jay “The rhyming text is told in first person, with the repetitive, soothing refrain of the words from the title effectively echoing throughout” — Kirkus Reviews Voted one of the 100 Greatest Books for Kids! by Scholastic Parent & Child Magazine! Ages 1 – 7 32pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 8 5 ⁄ 8 IN Large board book 9781846862007 $14.99 8½ x 11IN paperback 9781841488035 $7.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment


The Sounds Around Town Written and illustrated by Maria Carluccio Full of sights and sounds, this simple, interactive picture book follows a mom and baby through their day in town. Ages 1 – 6 24pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 8 5 ⁄ 8 IN large board book 9781846863622 $14.99 10 x 9¾IN paperback 9781846864308 $7.99 Rhyming Text

Skip through the Seasons Written by Stella Blackstone Illustrated by Maria Carluccio This hide-and-seek book takes young readers on an inspiring journey through the months of the year. Ages 1 – 7 32pp 8 5 ⁄ 8 x 8 5 ⁄ 8 IN Large board book 9781846863981 $14.99 10 x 9¾IN Paperback 9781905236718 $6.99 Un recorrido por las estaciones spanish Paperback 9781846862915 $6.99 Rhyming Text; Science and Environment

“Pop, pop, bulbs sprout. Leaves grow, flowers shout” — Listen, Listen

White Bunny Rabbit Puppet Produced by Folkmanis

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Creative kids Go straight from storytime to playtime with our collection for creative kids. These engaging games, puzzles and activities will keep children laughing and learning the whole day through.

Illustration by Miriam Latimer from Ruby’s Sleepover (see page 30).


Color me crafty

These paper chains, crafts, sticker collections and origami kits will provide endless hands-on fun for children of all ages. New!

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Make every room a party with these fun and vibrant paper chains. Slide-in tabs make for easy assembly — no glue necessary! Each set includes 120 links and makes a 24-foot chain. JULY 2012 Ribbon Chain Produced by eeBoo

JULY 2012 Chain Letter Produced by eeBoo

Ages 5+ 20 pat terns 7000002875 $12.99

Ages 5+ 4 sets of a–z 7000002876 $12.99

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AUGUST 2012 Plastichic Light Clay Produced by Djeco

Ages 4 – 7 box 9¼ x 9 x 2½IN 5 backgrounds, 4 jars of clay, accessories & instructions 7000003014 $29.99

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JULY 2012 Animal Chain Produced by eeBoo

Ages 5+ 16 pat terns & 36 animals 7000002874 $12.99

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SEPTEMBER 2012 Dragons Art by Numbers Gouaches Produced by Djeco

Ages 7 – 12 box 11½ x 9 x 1½IN 4 illustrated plates, 8 gouache pots, 2 brushes & instructions 7000003061 $29.99

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Europe Sticker Collection Produced by Putumayo World Music Ages 3 – 7 120 reusable stickers fold-out european landscape, region map & glossary 9 x 9IN 9781587592898 $11.95

Africa Sticker Collection Produced by Putumayo World Music Ages 3 – 7 120 reusable stickers fold-out african landscape, region map & glossary 9 x 9IN 9781587592737 $11.95

Latin America Sticker Collection Produced by Putumayo World Music Ages 3 – 7 120 reusable stickers fold-out latin american landscape, region map & glossary 9 x 9IN 9781587592850 $11.95

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JULY 2012 Origami Animals Produced by Djeco

Ages 4 – 10 36 sheets of 8 x 8in origami paper, Decorative stickers & instructions 7000003009 $8.99

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JULY 2012 Origami Faces Produced by Djeco

Ages 4 – 10 40 sheets of 8 x 8in origami paper, Decorative stickers & instructions 7000003060 $8.99

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JULY 2012 Origami Bird Game Produced by Djeco

Ages 4 – 10 24 sheets of 8 x 8in origami paper, Decorative stickers & instructions 7000003008 $8.99

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Get busy! Draw, decorate or paint a masterpiece with these fun stickers and activity books. New!

JUNE 2012 Animals Stickers Produced by Djeco

Ages 3+ 160 colorful stickers 4 sheets 8½ x 9IN 7000003058 $4.99

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JUNE 2012 Let’s Go! Stickers Produced by Djeco

Ages 3+ 160 colorful stickers 4 sheets 8½ x 9IN 7000003059 $4.99

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JUNE 2012 Pirates Stickers Produced by Djeco

Ages 3+ 160 colorful stickers 4 sheets 8½ x 9IN 7000003003 $4.99

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JUNE 2012 Medallions Stickers Produced by Djeco

Ages 3+ 160 gold-embossed stickers 4 sheets 8½ x 9IN 7000003002 $5.99


Pirates Fun Activities Illustrated by Debbie Harter Ages 4 – 8 16pp 2pp reusable stickers 8¾ x 11IN Paperback 9781846862175 $5.99

The Animal Boogie Fun Activities Illustrated by Debbie Harter Ages 4 – 8 16pp 2pp reusable stickers 8¾ x 11IN Paperback 9781846862854 $5.99

Go graphic! The activities in these fun activity books have been specially created to help children develop their visual literacy skills as they learn to master pencil control, shape recognition, line drawing and composition.

Dotty Spotty Doodles 22 Arty Activities for Creative Kids Illustrated by Barroux

Ages 3 – 7 24pp 8¾ x 11IN Paperback 9781846862328 $6.99

Zig Zag Zebra 22 Arty Activities for Creative Kids Illustrated by Barroux

Ages 3 – 7 24pp 8¾ x 11IN Paperback 9781846862335 $6.99

Whole World Fun Eco Activities Illustrated by Christopher Corr Ages 4 – 8 24pp 8¾ x 11IN Paperback 9781846862205 $5.99

The Journey Home from Grandpa’s Fun Activities Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Ages 4 –8 16pp 2pp reusable stickers 8¾ x 11IN Paperback 9781846862779 $5.99

Bear at Work Fun Activities Illustrated by Debbie Harter Ages 4 – 8 16pp 2pp reusable stickers 8¾ x 11IN Paperback 9781846864445 $5.99

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Cooperative games When you play these fun problem-solving games, everyone wins!

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MAY 2012 Hoot Owl Hoot! Board Game Produced by Peaceable Kingdom Help the owls return to their nest before the sun rises! This game can be made more challenging simply by adding more owl tokens into the game, making it fun and adjustable for players of all ages. Everyone is a winner, and the cooperative nature of the game builds children’s self-esteem and teaches them that playing together can be fun! Ages 5+ Box 12¼ x 9 x 1½IN game board & playing pieces 7000002661 $16.99

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JULY 2012 Mermaid Island Board Game Produced by Peaceable Kingdom

Ages 5+ Box 12¼ x 9 x 1½IN game board & playing pieces 7000002658 $16.99

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MAY 2012 Seeds for the Birds Board Game Produced by Peaceable Kingdom Ages 3+ Box 12¼ x 9 x 1½IN game board & playing pieces 7000002999 $16.99

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JULY 2012 Stone Soup Board Game Produced by Peaceable Kingdom Ages 4+ Box 12¼ x 9 x 1½IN game board & playing pieces 7000002659 $16.99

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MAY 2012 Count Your Chickens! Board Game Produced by Peaceable Kingdom

Ages 3+ Box 12¼ x 9 x 1½IN game board & playing pieces 7000002660 $16.99

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JULY 2012 Snug as a Bug in a Rug! Board Game Produced by Peaceable Kingdom

Ages 3 – 6 Box 10½ x 10½ x 21 ⁄ 8 IN game board & playing pieces 7000003001 $16.99

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It’s playtime! These games, puzzles and play scenes will engage children for hours.

Children of the World Memory Game Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Improve memory skills by matching boys and girls from different countries, learn thirty-six ways to say “hello” and have lots of fun along the way! Featuring original characters and their friends from the popular singalong If You’re Happy and You Know It! Ages 4 – 7 box 8 X 8½ X 1IN 72 cards 9781846865374 $15.99 Multicultural; Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Let’s play! With all the cards facing down, pick two cards and try to match a boy and a girl from each country. The girl cards tell you the country they are from, while the boy cards tell you how to say “hello” in their native language.

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Around the World 100 Piece Puzzle Illustrated by Christopher Corr

Ages 5 – 10 Finished size 12 x 17IN 100-piece puzzle keepsake tin 9781846865244 $16.99

Landmarks of the World 63 Piece Puzzle Illustrated by Christopher Corr Produced by Mudpuppy Press

Map of the World Play Scene Illustrated by Christopher Corr

Ages 5+ finished size 14 x 16IN 63-piece puzzle 9780735320871 $15.99

Ages 4 – 9 3 sheets of reusable vinyl stickers & sticker board 9 x 12IN closed 9781846865275 $15.99

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Animal ABC Ring Flash Cards Illustrated by Clare Beaton Produced by Mudpuppy Press Ages 2 – 6 26 two-sided cards, each 5 x 2¾IN 9780735308367 $16.99

MAY 2012 Batabanga Card Game Produced by Djeco

ages 5+ box 6 x 4½ x 1in 60 cards 7000003007 $18.99

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AUGUST 2012 BonoMix Card Game Produced by Djeco ages 5+ box 6 x 4½ x 1in 54 cards & 60 tokens 7000003062 $18.99

Princesses 100 Piece Puzzle Illustrated by Olwyn Whelan Produced by Mudpuppy Press

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pictured on page 23. Ages 5+ finished size 12 x 17IN 100-piece puzzle keepsake tin 9780735308435 $16.99

On the Farm Mini Play Scene Illustrated by Clare Beaton Produced by Mudpuppy Press AUGUST 2012 Enchanted Fishing Game Produced by Djeco

Ages 2+ Box 11 x 6 x 1in 2 fishing rods, 12 fish & an underwater scene 7000003006 $24.99

Life on Earth Matching Game Produced by eeBoo

Ages 5+ Box 9½ x 7¼IN 48 Pieces, each 2¼ x 2¼IN 7000001835 $16.99

pictured on page 115. Ages 3+ 2 sheets of reusable stickers & sticker board 7½ x 8IN closed 9780735320819 $9.99

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Puzzles for little ones These simple, colorful puzzles are made for busy little hands.

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“My son LOVES all Barefoot Books puzzles! I love that it keeps his brain at work along with keeping him occupied!” — Tabitha baldwin

Barefoot Books Ambassador

MARCH 2012 The Journey Home from Grandpa’s 2-in-a-Box Puzzle Illustrated by Sophie Fatus Learn about modes of transportation with these puzzles based on our singalong, The Journey Home from Grandpa’s. The 12-piece puzzle and 24-piece puzzle both show different scenes of vehicles on the go. Ages 3 – 7 Box 8 x 6½ x 21⁄ 3 IN finished size 9 X 7IN 12-piece and 24-piece puzzle 9781846867453 $14.99

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MARCH 2012 Over in the Meadow 2-in-a-Box Puzzle Illustrated by Jill McDonald

Port Side Pirates! 2-in-a-Box Puzzle Illustrated by Debbie Harter

The Animal Boogie Mini Cube Puzzle Illustrated by Debbie Harter

Mother Goose First Puzzles Illustrated by Clare Beaton

Bear on the Go First Puzzles Illustrated by Debbie Harter

Dinosaur Block Puzzle Illustrated by Clare Beaton

Baby Animals Block Puzzle Illustrated by Clare Beaton Produced by Mudpuppy Press

Our World Floor Puzzle Produced by Mudpuppy Press

Driving my Tractor 2-in-a-Box Puzzle Illustrated by David Sim

Ages 3 – 7 Box 8 x 6½ x 21⁄ 3 IN finished size 9 X 7IN 12-piece and 24-piece puzzle 9781846865732 $14.99

Ages 3 – 8 Box 4½ x 4 x 4½IN finished size 4¼ x 4¼IN 36-piece puzzle 9781846868214 $12.99

Ages 2+ Box size 6½ x 6½ x 2¼IN finished size 6 x 6IN 9 cubes, 6 puzzles 9781846865251 $15.99

Ages 3 – 7 Box 8 x 6½ x 21⁄ 3 IN finished size 9 X 7IN 12-piece and 24-piece puzzle 9781846867460 $14.99

Ages 2+ Box 5 x 5 x 4IN 4 different 4-piece puzzles 9781846865268 $12.99

Ages 3 – 6 Box size 6½ x 6½IN x 2¼ finished size 6 x 6IN 9 cubes, 6 puzzles 9780735301740 $15.99

Ages 3 – 7 Box 8 x 6½ x 21⁄ 3 IN finished size 9 X 7IN 12-piece and 24-piece puzzle 9781846866661 $14.99

Ages 2 – 4 Box 5 x 5 x 4IN 4 different 4-piece puzzles 9781846868221 $12.99

Ages 3+ finished size 24 X 36in 24-jumbo piece puzzle 9780735306554 $19.99

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Title index

Books [A ] Abominable Snowman, The (PB), 7 Abuelita fue al mercado (PB), 44 Adventures of Achilles, The (HCCD*, PB*), 13, 18 Adventures of Odysseus, The (HCCD*, PB), 13, 19 African Animals ABC (LBB, PB), 63, 120 African Tales (HC), 61 Algarabía en la granja (PBCD), 97 Alligator Alphabet (BB), 118 Animal Boogie, The (HCCDX, PBCDX), 92 Animal Boogie Fun Activities, The (PB), 92, 133 Arabian Nights, The (HC, PB), 29, 51 Arthur of Albion (HC, PB), 12, 29 [ B] Babushka (HC), 65 Baby’s First Book (HC), 123 Baby’s First Journal (HC), 123 Barefoot Book of Animal Tales, The (PBCD), 82 Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories, The (HCCD), 27 Barefoot Book of Blessings, The (HC), 66 Barefoot Book of Buddhist Tales, The (PB*), 50 Barefoot Book of Classic Poems, The (HC), 36 Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, The (HCCD), 27 Barefoot Book of Earth Tales, The (HC), 82 Barefoot Book of Faeries, The (HCCD, PBCD), 26 Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales, The (HC), 25 Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales, The (HCCD*), 34 Barefoot Book of Knights, The (HCCD, PBCD), 21 Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales, The (HCCD), 35 Barefoot Book of Pirates, The (HCCD, PBCD), 21 Barefoot Book of Princesses, The (HCCD, PBCD), 23 Barefoot Book of Stories from the Opera, The (PBCD), 37 Barefoot Books World Atlas (HC), 43 Bear about Town (BB, PB), 108 Bear about Town / L’Ours dans la ville (PB), 110 Bear about Town / Oso en la ciudad (PB), 110 Bear at Home (BB, PB), 108 Bear at Home / L’Ours à la maison (PB), 110 Bear at Home / Oso en casa (PB), 110 Bear at Work (BB, PB), 109 Bear at Work / L’Ours au travail (PB*), 111 Bear at Work / Oso en el trabajo (PB*), 111 Bear at Work Fun Activities (PB), 109, 133 Bear in a Square (BB, PB), 107 Bear in a Square / L’Ours dans un carré (PB), 111 Bear in a Square / Oso en un cuadrado (PB), 111 Bear in Sunshine (BB, PB), 108 Bear in Sunshine / L’Ours au soleil (PB), 111

Bear in Sunshine / Oso bajo el sol (PB), 111 Bear on a Bike (BB, PB), 108 Bear’s Birthday (BB, PB), 107 Bear’s Busy Family (BB, PB), 109 Bear’s Busy Family / La familia ocupada de Oso (PB*), 111 Bear’s Busy Family / La famille active de l’Ours (PB*), 111 Bear Takes a Trip (BB*, PB*), 106 Beeman, The (PB), 78 Boy Who Grew Flowers, The (HC, PB*), 38 [C ] Calendar of Festivals, A (PB), 67 Catch that Goat! (PB), 61 Cerdota grandota (BB, PB), 114 Cha-cha-cha en la selva (PB), 92 Clare Beaton’s Action Rhymes (BB), 123 Clare Beaton’s Bedtime Rhymes (BB*), 122 Clare Beaton’s Farmyard Rhymes (BB*), 122 Clare Beaton’s Nursery Rhymes (BB), 123 Cleo’s Alphabet Book (HC, BB, PB), 119 Cleo’s Color Book (BB, PB), 119 Cleo’s Counting Book (BB, PB), 119 Counting Cockatoos (BB), 118 Creepy Crawly Calypso (PBCDX*, PB), 104 [ D] De paseo por la selva (PB), 103 Dotty Spotty Doodles (PB), 133 Dragon on the Doorstep, A (PBCDX*), 105 Driving my Tractor (HCCD, PBCDX*, PB), 96 [E] Elephant Dance (PB), 57 Elusive Moose (BB, HC, PB), 116 Emily’s Tiger (PB), 32 [ F ] Fabrics of Fairy Tale, The (PBCD), 26 Faerie’s Gift, The (HCCD), 24 Familia ocupada de Oso, La (PB), 109 Fandango de Lola, El (PBCD), 39 Farmyard Jamboree, The (PBCDX*), 97 Feathered Ogre, The (PB), 6 Finn at Clee Point (PB*), 10 Fireside Stories (HC), 64 First Morning, (HC), 37 [G] Genius of Leonardo, The (HC), 85 Gift, The (HC), 81 Gigantic Turnip, The (HCCD, PBCD, PB), 15 Grandpa’s Garden (HC*, PB*), 70 Great Race, The (PB), 55 Greatest Gift, The (HC), 65 [H] Hay una vaca entre las coles (PB), 115 Herb, The Vegetarian Dragon (HC, PB), 73 Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush (PBCDX), 90

*new title; (Hc) Hardcover; (PB) Paperback; (HcCD) Hardcover with CD; (PBCD) paperback with CD; (d) Deck with cards

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Hidden Hippo (BB, PB), 62, 116 How Big is a Pig? (BB, PB), 114 How Loud is a Lion? (BB, PB), 62, 114 [I] I Could Be, You Could Be (PB*), 103 I Dreamt I Was a Dinosaur (BB, PB), 113 I Took the Moon for a Walk (LBB, PB), 126 I Wish I Were a Pilot (BB), 101 If You’re Happy and You Know It! (HCCD, PBCDX), 90 Indian Tales (HC), 57 [J] Jack and the Beanstalk (HCCD, PBCD), 15 Journey Home from Grandpa’s, The (HCCDX, PBCDX), 98 Journey Home from Grandpa’s Fun Activities, The (PB), 99, 133 Juan y los frijoles mágicos (PBCD), 15 [ K] Kangaroos Have Joeys (LBB), 120 Kids’ Garden (D), 71 Kids’ Kitchen (D), 72 Kite Princess, The (HCCD*, PBCD*), 22 Knick Knack Paddy Whack (HCCD, PBCDX, PB), 91 [ L] Lin Yi’s Lantern (HC, PB*), 52 Listen, Listen (LBB), 126 Little Leap Forward (HC, PB), 53 Little Red Riding Hood (HCCD*, PBCD*), 14 Lola’s Fandango (HCCD, PBCD), 39 Loro Tico Tango, El (PB, PBCD), 79 [M] Magic Train Ride (PBCDX*), 100 Mama Panya’s Pancakes (HC, PB), 60 iMira quién toca calipso! (PB, PBCD), 104 Mother Goose Remembers (HCCD), 125 Mother of Monsters, The (PB), 6 Motherbridge of Love (HC), 53 Mrs. Moon (HCCD), 124 Mundo, El (PBCD, PB), 83 My Daddy is a Pretzel (PB*), 75 My Granny Went to Market (HC, PB), 44 My Mama Earth (HC*), 80 [N] Nabo gigante, El (PB), 15 Never Trust a Tiger (PB*), 4 Nos fuimos todos de safari (PB), 46 ¡Nos vamos a México! (PB), 48 [O] Octopus Opposites (BB), 118 Off We Go to Mexico! (PB), 48 One City, Two Brothers (HC), 66 One Moose, Twenty Mice (BB, PB), 121 Oso bajo el sol (PB), 108 Oso en bicicleta (PB), 108 Oso en casa (PB), 108 Oso en el trabajo (PB), 109

Oso en la ciudad (PB), 108 Oso en un cuadrado (PB), 107 Over in the Meadow (HCCDX, PBCDX*), 78, 91 [ P] Parrot Tico Tango, The (PB, PBCD), 79 Pirates Fun Activities (PB), 94, 133 Playtime Rhymes for Little People (HCCD), 124 Port Side Pirates! (HCCDX, PBCDX, PB), 94 Prince’s Bedtime, The (PBCD), 32 Princess and the White Bear King, The (HCCD, PBCD), 24 [ R] Raiders, The (PB*), 11 Real Princess, The (PBCD), 23 Recorrido por la selva, Un (PB), 47 Recorrido por las estaciones, Un (PB), 127 Riddle Me This! (PB), 17 Robin Hood (PB*, HC*), 12, 28 Ruby’s School Walk (HC, PB*), 31 Ruby’s Sleepover (HC*, PB*), 30 [S] Secret Seahorse (BB, PB), 112 Shakespeare’s Storybook (PBCD, PB), 37, 59 Shape Song Swingalong, The (HCCDX, PBCDX), 88 Ship Shapes (BB, PB*), 101 Shipwreck, The (PB), 10 Shopping with Dad (HC, PB), 33 Shrinking Sam (PB), 33 Skip through the Seasons (LBB, PB), 127 Snow Queen, The (PB), 9 Snowstorm, The (PB*), 11 Someone I Like (HC), 37 Sounds Around Town, The (LBB, PB), 127 Star Seeker (HC, PB), 84 Starlight Sailor (HC), 125 Stories from the Silk Road (PB), 54 Story of Divaali, The (PB), 56 Story Tree, The (HCCD, PBCD), 16 Storytime (PBCD), 17 Sube y baja por los Andes (PB), 48 [T] Tales from Old Ireland (HCCD, PBCD), 58 Tales of Mystery and Magic (HCCD), 20 Tales of Wisdom & Wonder (HCCD, PBCD), 20 Talk with Me! (BB), 117 Tear Thief, The (PBCD), 25 Tenzin’s Deer (HC, PB), 54 Terrible Chenoo, The (PB), 7 There’s a Cow in the Cabbage Patch (BB, PB), 115 Thesaurus Rex (PB), 105 Three Billy Goats Gruff, The (PBCD), 16 Tortoise’s Gift, The (PB*), 4 Tres chivitos Gruff, Los (PB), 16 Twelve Dancing Princesses, The (PB*), 8 (continued)

(HcCDx) Hardcover with enhanced CD; (PBCDx) paperback with enhanced CD; (BB) Board book; (LBB) large board book

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(Title index, continued) [U] Un alce, veinte ratones (BB, PB), 121 Up, Up, Up! (HCCD, PBCDX), 102 Up and Down the Andes (HC, PB), 48 [W ] Walk with Me! (BB), 117 Walking through the Jungle (PBCDX, PB), 103 We All Go Traveling By (PBCDX, PB), 100 We All Went on Safari (HC, PB), 46 We’re Riding on a Caravan (PB), 49 We’re Roaming in the Rainforest (HC, PB), 47 We’re Sailing Down the Nile (HC, PB), 47 We’re Sailing to Galapagos (HC, PB), 49 What’s This? (PB), 71 Where’s the Cat? (BB), 117 Who Are You? (BB), 117 Who Are You, Baby Kangaroo? (BB, PB), 115 Whole World (PBCDX*), 83 Whole World Fun Eco Activities (PB), 83, 133 Who’s in the Farmyard? (LBB*), 76, 97 Who’s in the Forest? (LBB), 77 Who’s in the Garden? (LBB), 77 Winter Shadow (HC, PB), 9 Wise Fool, The (HC), 51 [Y] Yoga Planet (D), 74 Yoga Pretzels (D), 74 [Z ] Zig Zag Zebra (PB), 133 Zoë and her Zebra (BB, PB), 121 App for iPad® Barefoot World Atlas*, 43 Bilingual Books Bear about Town / L’Ours dans la ville (PB), 110 Bear about Town / Oso en la ciudad (PB), 110 Bear at Home / L’Ours à la maison (PB), 110 Bear at Home / Oso en casa (PB), 110 Bear at Work / L’Ours au travail (PB*), 111 Bear at Work / Oso en el trabajo (PB*), 111 Bear in a Square / L’Ours dans un carré (PB), 111 Bear in a Square / Oso en un cuadrado (PB), 111 Bear in Sunshine / L’Ours au soleil (PB), 111 Bear in Sunshine / Oso bajo el sol (PB), 111 Bear’s Busy Family / La familia ocupada de Oso (PB*), 111 Bear’s Busy Family / La famille active de l’Ours (PB*), 111 Spanish Language Books Abuelita fue al mercado (PB), 44 Algarabía en la granja (PBCD), 97 Cerdota grandota (BB, PB), 114 Cha-cha-cha en la selva (PB), 92 De paseo por la selva (PB), 103 Familia ocupada de Oso, La (PB), 109

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Fandango de Lola, El (PBCD), 39 Hay una vaca entre las coles (PB), 115 Juan y los frijoles mágicos (PBCD), 15 Loro Tico Tango, El (PBCD, PB), 79 ¡Mira quién toca calipso! (PBCD, PB), 104 Mundo, El (PBCD, PB), 83 Nabo gigante, El (PB), 15 Nos fuimos todos de safari (PB), 46 ¡Nos vamos a México! (PB), 48 Oso bajo el sol (PB), 108 Oso en bicicleta (PB), 108 Oso en casa (PB), 108 Oso en el trabajo (PB), 109 Oso en la ciudad (PB), 108 Oso en un cuadrado (PB), 107 Recorrido por la selva, Un (PB), 47 Recorrido por las estaciones, Un (PB), 127 Sube y baja por los Andes (PB), 48 Tres chivitos Gruff, Los (PB), 16 Un alce, veinte ratones (BB, PB), 121 Arts & Crafts Africa Sticker Collection, 61, 131 Animal Boogie Fun Activities, The (PB), 92, 133 Animal Chain*, 130 Animals Stickers*, 112, 121, 132 Bear at Work Fun Activities (PB), 109, 133 Chain Letter*, 130 Dotty Spotty Doodles (PB), 133 Dragons Art by Numbers Gouaches*, 55, 130 Europe Sticker Collection, 59, 131 Journey Home from Grandpa’s Fun Activities, The (PB), 99, 133 Knights Stickers*, 21, 132 Latin America Sticker Collection, 48, 131 Let’s Go! Stickers*, 101, 132 Map of the World Play Scene, 44, 137 Medallions Stickers*, 66, 132 On the Farm Mini Play Scene, 115, 137 Origami Animals*, 120, 131 Origami Bird Game*, 51, 131 Origami Faces*, 90, 131 Plastichic Light Clay*, 79, 130 Pirates Fun Activities (PB), 94, 133 Pirates Stickers*, 21, 94, 132 Ribbon Chain*, 130 Whole World Fun Eco Activities (PB), 83, 133 Zig Zag Zebra (PB), 133 Music CDs Acoustic Dreamland CD, 124 African Dreamland CD, 61 African Playground CD, 61 Animal Playground CD, 93 Asian Dreamland CD, 55 Caribbean Playground CD, 49 Celtic Christmas CD*, 65


Celtic Dreamland CD, 125 Christmas Around the World CD, 67 Dreamland CD, 124 European Playground CD, 59 Family Christmas CD, 65 French Playground CD, 59 Instrumental Dreamland CD*, 124 Jazz Playground CD, 91 Kids World Party CD, 44 Latin Playground CD, 49 New Orleans Christmas CD, 65 New Orleans Playground CD, 91 Reggae Playground CD, 93 Rock & Roll Playground CD, 93 Sing Along with Putumayo CD, 89 World Playground CD, 44 Yoga CD, 75 Puppets African Wildlife Playset*, 63 Bee Puppet, 78 Black Bear Finger Puppet, 77 Black Sheep Finger Puppet, 77, 97 Bo Peep’s Woolly Sheep Puppet, 123 Bunny Rabbit Finger Puppet, 77 Elephant Puppet, 57, 92 Fox Finger Puppet, 77 Giraffe Puppet, 62 Hedgehog Finger Puppet, 77 Hippo Puppet, 62 Ladybug Puppet, 104 Lion Puppet, 62 Macaw Finger Puppet, 79, 95 Moose Finger Puppet, 121 Octopus Puppet, 118 Owl Finger Puppet, 77 Panda Puppet, 54 Pirate Puppet*, 94 Polar Bear Puppet, 24 Princess Flower Finger Puppet, 23 Princess Puppet, 23 Red Dragon Puppet, 54 Scarlet Macaw Puppet, 79, 95 White Bunny Rabbit Puppet, 127 Zebra Puppet, 121

Count Your Chickens! Board Game*, 135 Dinosaur Block Puzzle, 113, 139 Driving my Tractor 2-in-a-Box Puzzle, 97, 139 Enchanted Fishing Game*, 113, 137 Europe Sticker Collection, 59, 131 Hoot Owl Hoot! Board Game*, 134 Journey Home from Grandpa’s 2-in-a-Box Puzzle, The*, 99, 138 Landmarks of the World 63 Piece Puzzle, 45, 137 Latin America Sticker Collection, 48, 131 Life on Earth Matching Game, 83, 137 Map of the World Play Scene, 44, 137 Mermaid Island Board Game*, 135 Mother Goose First Puzzles, 125, 139 On the Farm Mini Play Scene, 115, 137 Origami Animals*, 120, 131 Origami Bird Game*, 51, 131 Origami Faces*, 90, 131 Our World Floor Puzzle, 45, 139 Over in the Meadow 2-in-a-Box Puzzle*, 78, 91, 139 Port Side Pirates! 2-in-a-Box Puzzle, 95, 139 Princesses 100 Piece Puzzle, 23, 137 Seeds for the Birds Board Game*, 135 Snug as a Bug in a Rug! Board Game*, 135 Stone Soup Board Game*, 135

“The books have amazing illustrations and great stories that make learning fun. I really appreciate the thought that went into all the little details in each book. We love them all and so does our son!” — Felicity Hernandez, via facebook

Puzzles, Games, Etc. Africa Sticker Collection, 61, 131 Animal ABC Ring Flash Cards, 120, 137 Animal Boogie Mini Cube Puzzle, The, 92, 139 Around the World 100 Piece Puzzle, 44, 137 Baby Animals Block Puzzle, 115, 139 Batabanga Card Game*, 63, 137 Bear on the Go First Puzzles, 108, 139 BonoMix Card Game*, 137 Children of the World Memory Game, 45, 136

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Contributors index [A ] Adams, Steve, 38 Adler, Naomi, 82 Alakija, Polly, 61 Amador, Brian, 79 Amador Family, 39 Archer, Micha, 39, 51 Arenson, Roberta, 16, 71, 72 [ B] Baker-Smith, Grahame, 12, 28 Balit, Christina, 13, 19 Baptiste, Baron, 75 Barroux, 103, 133 Baruzzi, Agnese, 20 Bass, Jules, 73 Batt, Tanya Robyn, 24, 26 Bauer, Stephanie, 118 Beaton, Clare, 62, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 120, 121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 137, 139 Bell, Juliet Clare, 22 Bell, Siobhan, 100, 101 Bird, Fiona, 72 Blackstone, Stella, 17, 44, 62, 63, 101, 103, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 117, 118, 119, 120, 121, 127 Broadbent, Jim, 17, 32 Browne, Philippa-Alys, 63, 120 Butler, Caroline, 125 [C ] Cairns, Julia, 46, 60 Calcutt, David, 12, 28 Cameron, Marie, 50 Cann, Helen, 10, 11, 27, 34, 35, 49, 53, 64, 67 Carluccio, Maria, 127 Casey, Dawn, 55, 82 Ceccoli, Nicoletta, 24, 25 Chamberlin, Mary, 60 Chamberlin, Rich, 60 Chapman, Laura-Kate, 22 Chauffrey, Célia, 14 Chödzin, Sherab, 50 Cis, Valeria, 78 Cohen, Whitney, 71 Collins, Mark, 94

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Corduner, Allan, 34 Corr, Christopher, 44, 45, 48, 57, 83, 133, 137 Crabtree, Sally, 100 Crane, Nick, 43 Curtis, Carolyn, 126 Cusack, Niamh, 24 [ D] Dean, David, 43 Dearborn, Sabrina, 66 Dobbins, Jan, 96 Don, Lari, 4, 14 Doyle, Malachy, 25, 58 Duffy, Carol Ann, 25, 81 [E] Engel, Christiane, 91 Esplugas, Sonia, 100 Evetts-Secker, Josephine, 34, 35 [F] Farrow, Clare, 53 Fatus, Sophie, 6, 7, 16, 17, 23, 45, 65, 74, 75, 90, 97, 98, 99, 133, 136, 138 Finch, Mary, 16 Fronty, Aurélia, 48, 66 Fry, Stella, 70 [G] Gannij, Joan, 62, 116 Gershator, Phillis, 76, 77, 97, 126 Gilchrist, Cherry, 54, 67 Griffin, Rachel, 26, 61 Grover, Max, 101 Guay, Rebecca, 27 Guber, Tara, 74 [H] Hall, Amanda, 82 Harter, Debbie, 73, 92, 94, 95, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 117, 133, 139 Harvey, Matt, 33 Head, Anthony, 21 Heine, Theresa, 57, 84 Hénaff, Carole, 13, 18, 29, 51 Hoffman, Mary, 8 Hooper, Nick, 125 Hope, Richard, 15, 21 Horn, Sandra Ann, 65 Husain, Shahrukh, 37, 51

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[ J] Jay, Alison, 126 Johnson, Richard, 9 [ K] Kalish, Leah, 74 Katz, Susan B., 80 King, Bob, 97 Kletter, Dana, 124 Knight, Richard, 9, 10 Kohn, Alexandra, 50 Krebs, Laurie, 46, 47, 48, 49, 78 [ L] Lacombe, Benjamin, 52 Landmann, Bimba, 85 Langham, Tony, 104 Latimer, Miriam, 30, 31, 32, 33 Launay, Melissa, 80 Love, Richard, 104 Lowes, Sarah, 9 Lumley, Jemima, 98 Lupton, Hugh, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 [M] MacDonald, Margaret Read, 97 Manna, Giovanni, 10, 21, 37 Masse, Josée, 53 Matthews, Caitlín, 23, 64 Matthews, John, 12, 21, 29 Mayer, Danuta, 54 Mayhew, James, 37, 59, 125 McDonald, Jill, 76, 77, 78, 91, 97, 139 McQuinn, Anna, 90 Mhlophe, Gcina, 61 Miss Clara, 8, 9 Mistry, Nilesh, 54, 56 Mockford, Caroline, 71, 117, 119 Morden, Daniel, 13, 18, 19 Morris, Jackie, 36, 65, 125 Moxley, Sheila, 57, 70 [N] Nanji, Shenaaz, 57 Newey, Gail, 26 Nicholls, Judith, 37 [O] O’Connell, Maura, 58 Oldfield, Rachel, 102 Oppenheim, Joanne, 32 Owen, Karen, 103

[ P] Parnell, Fran, 6, 7 Penner, Fred, 83, 90, 92, 98, 100, 103, 105 [ R] Reed, Susan, 78, 90, 91, 102, 124 Restelli, Grazia, 49 Richardson, Miranda, 24, 37 Riel, Jørn, 10, 11 Roberts, Sheena, 100 Ryan, Patrick, 37, 59 Ryan, Rob, 81 [S] Seaworthy, Oscar, 94 Sharkey, Niamh, 15, 20, 58 Siegen-Smith, Nikki, 37 Sim, David, 88, 96, 97, 139 Smith, Chris, 66 Soros, Barbara, 54 Spencer, Charles, 125 Staunton, Imelda, 14, 22 Steinberg, Laya, 105 Stemple, Heidi E.Y., 27 Stevenson, Juliet, 23, 25, 27, 35 SteveSongs, 88, 91, 96 Summers, Susan, 65 [T] Tarnowska, Wafa’, 29, 51 Tatarnikov, Pavel, 12, 29 Tavares, Victor, 84 Tolstoy, Aleksei, 15 Townsend, Dave, 125 [V] Verenieks, Ellen, 15, 16 Verma, Jatinder, 56 Visconti, Guido, 85 [W ] Walker, Richard, 15, 21 Whelan, Olwyn, 21, 23, 66, 137 White, Kathryn, 30, 31 Williams, Brenda, 23, 52 Williamson, Melanie, 4 Wilson, Anne, 17, 47, 55, 82 Witte, Anna, 39, 79 Wojtowicz, Jen, 38 Wolfson, Margaret, 23 [Y] Yolen, Jane, 27 Yue, Guo, 53


Geographic index Africa African Animals ABC, 63, 120 Hidden Hippo, 62, 116 How Loud is a Lion?, 62, 114 Egypt Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, The, 27 Barefoot Book of Stories from the Opera, The, 37 We’re Sailing Down the Nile, 47 Ethiopia African Tales, 61 Ghana African Tales, 61 Kenya Barefoot Book of Animal Tales, The, 82 Barefoot Book of Princesses, The, 23 Mama Panya’s Pancakes, 60 Lesotho African Tales, 61 Malawi African Tales, 61 Mali Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, The, 27 Morocco Barefoot Book of Pirates, The, 21 Namibia African Tales, 61 Nigeria Barefoot Book of Earth Tales, The, 82 Catch that Goat!, 61 Senegal African Tales, 61 South Africa Mother of Monsters, The, 6 Sudan African Tales, 61 Swaziland African Tales, 61 Tanzania We All Went on Safari, 46 West Africa Fabrics of Fairy Tale, The, 26 Tales of Mystery and Magic, 20 Tales of Wisdom & Wonder, 20 Zambia Tortoise’s Gift, The, 4 Asia Armenia Fabrics of Fairy Tale, The, 26 China Barefoot Book of Animal Tales, The, 82 Barefoot Book of Blessings, The, 66 Barefoot Book of Buddhist Tales, The, 50

Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales, The, 25 Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales, The, 35 Barefoot Book of Princesses, The, 23 Fabrics of Fairy Tale, The, 26 Great Race, The, 55 Lin Yi’s Lantern, 52 Little Leap Forward, 53 Motherbridge of Love, 53 Stories from the Silk Road, 54 We’re Riding on a Caravan, 49 India Barefoot Book of Animal Tales, The, 82 Barefoot Book of Buddhist Tales, The, 50 Barefoot Book of Earth Tales, The, 82 Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales, The, 34 Elephant Dance, 57 Indian Tales, 57 Riddle Me This!, 17 Story Tree, The, 16 Storytime, 17 Tales of Mystery and Magic, 20 Indonesia Barefoot Book of Earth Tales, The, 82 Fabrics of Fairy Tale, The, 26 Tales of Mystery and Magic, 20 Israel One City, Two Brothers, 66 Japan Barefoot Book of Buddhist Tales, The, 50 Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, The, 27 Barefoot Book of Knights, The, 21 Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales, The, 35 Barefoot Book of Pirates, The, 21 Calendar of Festivals, A, 67 Kazakhstan Barefoot Book of Earth Tales, The, 82 Korea Never Trust a Tiger, 4 Nepal Abominable Snowman, The, 7 Russia Babushka, 65 Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories, The, 27 Barefoot Book of Knights, The, 21 Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales, The, 35 Calendar of Festivals, A, 67 Fireside Stories, 64 Gigantic Turnip, The, 15 Riddle Me This!, 17 Story Tree, The, 16 Tales of Wisdom & Wonder, 20 (continued)

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(Geographic index, continued) Tibet Barefoot Book of Buddhist Tales, The, 50 Tenzin’s Deer, 54 Thailand Barefoot Book of Animal Tales, The, 82 Turkey Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales, The, 35 Wise Fool, The, 51 Australia Barefoot Book of Animal Tales, The, 82 Barefoot Book of Earth Tales, The, 82 Europe Austria Fireside Stories, 64 Czech Republic Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, The, 27 Fireside Stories, 64 Denmark Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales, The, 34 Barefoot Book of Princesses, The, 23 Snow Queen, The, 9 Storytime, 17 England Arthur of Albion, 12, 29 Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales, The, 34 Barefoot Book of Knights, The, 21 Barefoot Book of Princesses, The, 23 Barefoot Book of Stories from the Opera, The, 37 Finn at Clee Point, 10 Jack and the Beanstalk, 15 Over in the Meadow, 78, 91 Riddle Me This!, 17 Robin Hood, 12, 28 Shakespeare’s Storybook, 37, 59 Storytime, 17 Tales of Wisdom & Wonder, 20 France Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales, The, 25 Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales, The, 34 Barefoot Book of Knights, The, 21 Genius of Leonardo, The, 85 Tales of Wisdom & Wonder, 20 Georgia Riddle Me This!, 17 Germany Barefoot Book of Animal Tales, The, 82 Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, The, 27 Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales, The, 25 Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales, The, 34 Barefoot Book of Knights, The, 21 Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales, The, 35 Barefoot Book of Pirates, The, 21

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Barefoot Book of Princesses, The, 23 Barefoot Book of Stories from the Opera, The, 37 Story Tree, The, 16 Greece Adventures of Achilles, The, 13, 18 Adventures of Odysseus, The, 13, 19 Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories, The, 27 Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales, The, 35 Ireland Barefoot Book of Pirates, The, 21 Calendar of Festivals, A, 67 Tales from Old Ireland, 58 Tales of Wisdom & Wonder, 20 Italy Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales, The, 34 Barefoot Book of Stories from the Opera, The, 37 Feathered Ogre, The, 6 Genius of Leonardo, The, 85 Norway Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales, The, 35 Story Tree, The, 16 Poland Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories, The, 27 Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales, The, 34 Scandinavia Barefoot Book of Pirates, The, 21 Barefoot Book of Princesses, The, 23 Fabrics of Fairy Tale, The, 26 Story Tree, The, 16 Storytime, 17 Three Billy Goats Gruff, The, 16 Scotland Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, The, 27 Barefoot Book of Pirates, The, 21 Fireside Stories, 64 Tales of Mystery and Magic, 20 Spain Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, The, 27 Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales, The, 25 Tales of Mystery and Magic, 20 Sweden Fabrics of Fairy Tale, The, 26 Switzerland Storytime, 17 Ukraine Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales, The, 25 Wales Barefoot Book of Earth Tales, The, 82 North America Terrible Chenoo, The, 7 Canada Barefoot Book of Animal Tales, The, 82 Fireside Stories, 64 Cuba Riddle Me This!, 17


Greenland Raiders, The, 11 Snowstorm, The, 11 Shipwreck, The, 10 Haiti Tales of Wisdom & Wonder, 20 Hawaii Fabrics of Fairy Tale, The, 26 Mexico Off We Go to Mexico!, 48 St. Vincent, West Indies Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, The, 27 United States Barefoot Book of Animal Tales, The, 82 Barefoot Book of Earth Tales, The, 82 Riddle Me This!, 17 South America Argentina Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales, The, 25 Amazon Basin We’re Roaming in the Rainforest, 47 Brazil Barefoot Book of Animal Tales, The, 82 Chile Tales of Mystery and Magic, 20 Galapagos Islands We’re Sailing to Galapagos, 49 Peru Up and Down the Andes, 48

Global Barefoot Books World Atlas, 43 Barefoot World Atlas app for iPad®*, 43 Children of the World Memory Game, 45, 136 My Granny Went to Market, 44

“Some of the best children’s books in print... hands down”

— Lori, via facebook

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Spiritual and cultural index Arabian Arabian Nights, The, 29, 51 Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales, The, 25 Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales, The, 34 Bantu, South Africa Mother of Monsters, The, 6 Buddhist Barefoot Book of Buddhist Tales, The, 50 Calendar of Festivals, A, 67 Tenzin’s Deer, 54 Celtic Calendar of Festivals, A, 67 Christian Babushka, 65 Barefoot Book of Blessings, The, 66 Calendar of Festivals, A, 67 Genius of Leonardo, The, 85 Greatest Gift, The, 65 One City, Two Brothers, 66 Cree, North America Tales of Wisdom & Wonder, 20

Dinka, Sudan Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales, The, 34 Hindu Calendar of Festivals, A, 67 Elephant Dance, 57 Story of Divaali, The, 56 Inuit Raiders, The, 11 Snowstorm, The, 11 Shipwreck, The, 10 Iroquois, North America Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales, The, 35 Barefoot Book of Princesses, The, 23 Islamic Calendar of Festivals, A, 67 Fabrics of Fairy Tale, The, 26 One City, Two Brothers, 66 Wise Fool, The, 51 Jewish Barefoot Book of Blessings, The, 66 Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales, The, 35

Calendar of Festivals, A, 67 Fabrics of Fairy Tale, The, 26 One City, Two Brothers, 66 Story Tree, The, 16 Kalmuck, Central Asia Barefoot Book of Princesses, The, 23 Micmac / Passamquoddy, Native American Terrible Chenoo, The, 7 Muskogee, Native American Barefoot Book of Father & Daughter Tales, The, 34 Persian Barefoot Book of Knights, The, 21 Barefoot Book of Princesses, The, 23 Shawnee, Native American Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales, The, 25 Slavic Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales, The, 35

“As we’re piled up on the couch this morning with a pile of Barefoot Books in front of us, my six-year-old, with tears in his eyes, says: ‘Mom, I just feel like most of my favorite books are Barefoot Books’” — Creena dvall

Barefoot Books Ambassador

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Awards and honors

Here are some of the many prestigious awards and honors we have earned through the years. We’re very proud! Adventures of Odysseus, The, 19 NAPPA Gold Award, 2006

Boy Who Grew Flowers, The, 38 Book of the Year Award Finalist, ForeWord Magazine, 2005

Animal Boogie, The, 92 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award, 2001 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award, 2003 Society of School Librarians International Honor Book, 2001

Catch that Goat!, 61 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award, 2002

Arabian Nights, The, 29 American Folklore Society Aesop Accolade, 2011 Gold Medal Winner, Moonbeam Awards, 2011 Notable Books for Children, Smithsonian Magazine, 2010 Arthur of Albion, 29 Gold Medal Winner, Moonbeam Awards, 2008 NAPPA Gold Award, 2008 Barefoot Book of Classic Poems, The, 36 NAPPA Gold Award, 2006 Silver Medal Winner, Moonbeam Awards, 2008 Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, The, 27 Silver IPPY Award, 2011 Barefoot Book of Earth Tales, The, 82 American Folklore Society Aesop Accolade, 2009 NAPRA Nautilus Award Winner, 2010 Barefoot Book of Faeries, The, 26 Amazing Toy Award, BabyZone.com, 2002–03 BookSense 76 Children’s Pick, Winter 2002

Elephant Dance, 57 NAPRA Nautilus Award Finalist, 2005 Elusive Moose, 116 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award, 2007 Faerie’s Gift, The, 24 Junior Library Guild Selection, 2003 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award, 2004 Storytelling World Award, 2004 Genius of Leonardo, The, 85 Book of the Year Award Finalist, ForeWord Magazine, 2000 Gift, The, 81 Silver Medal Winner, Moonbeam Awards, 2011 Gigantic Turnip, The, 15 The Blue Ribbon Book, The Bulletin for the Center of Children’s Books, 1999 Book of the Year Award Finalist, ForeWord Magazine, 2000 Books for Children, Mother Goose Award, 1999 Children’s Book Council NOT Just for Children Anymore!, 2000

Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales, The, 25 Book of the Year Silver Award, ForeWord Magazine, 2005

Herb, The Vegetarian Dragon, 73 IRA-CBC Children’s Choice Award, 2000 Parents’ Choice Award Approved Winner, 2000 Society of School Librarians International Honor Book, 2000

Barefoot Book of Knights, The, 21 Book of the Year Bronze Award, ForeWord Magazine, 2003

How Big is a Pig?, 114 IRA-CBC Children’s Choice, 2001

Barefoot Book of Pirates, The, 21 Book of the Year Bronze Award, ForeWord Magazine, 1999

I Took the Moon for a Walk, 126 100 Greatest Books for Kids List, Scholastic Parent & Child Magazine, 2011

Barefoot Book of Princesses, The, 23 Notable Books for Children, Smithsonian Magazine, 1999 Bear at Home, 108 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award, 2001

Jack and the Beanstalk, 15 Book of the Year Award Finalist, ForeWord Magazine, 2000 The Bulletin for the Center of Children’s Books, Children’s Roundup, Newsweek Magazine, 1999 (continued)

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(Awards and honors index, continued) Kids’ Garden, 71 Gold IPPY Award, 2010 NAPPA Honors Award, 2010 Parents’ Choice Gold Award, 2010 Tillywig Award, Toys and Games, 2010 Lin Yi’s Lantern, 52 Fun Finds Pick, Scholastic Parent & Child Magazine, 2010 Little Leap Forward, 53 Gold Medal Winner, Moonbeam Awards, 2008 NAPRA Nautilus Award Winner, 2010

Story of Divaali, The, 56 NAPRA Nautilus Award Winner, 2003 Story Tree, The, 16 NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, 2002 Notable Books for Children, Smithsonian Magazine, 2001 Tales from Old Ireland, 58 Anne Izard Storytellers’ Choice Award, 2003 NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, 2002 Parents’ Choice Gold Award, 2000

Lola’s Fandango, 39 Best Children’s Books of the Year, Bank Street College of Education, 2012 Book of the Year Award Finalist, ForeWord Magazine, 2011 Editor’s Choice, Booklist, 2011 Ezra Jack Keats Award Honor Winner, 2012 Irma Simonton Black and James H. Black Award for Excellence in Children’s Literature (Semifinalist), 2012

Tales of Wisdom & Wonder, 20 Books for Children Mother Goose Award, 1999 Children’s Book Council NOT Just for Children Anymore!, 2000

Mama Panya’s Pancakes, 60 Notable Books for a Global Society, 2005 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award, 2006

Up, Up, Up!, 102 Mom’s Choice Award Gold, 2010 NAPPA Gold Award, 2010 Tillywig Award, 2010

Mother Goose Remembers, 125 Best Books for Babies, Beginning with Books, 2000 NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, 2001 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award, 2001 Motherbridge of Love, 53 NAPRA Nautilus Award Finalist, 2008 Top Ten Children’s Book, Time Magazine, 2007 My Daddy is a Pretzel, 75 NAPRA Nautilus Award Finalist, 2005 One City, Two Brothers, 66 Book of the Year Finalist, ForeWord Magazine, 2007 Middle East Book Award, The Middle East Outreach Council, 2007 NAPRA Nautilus Award Winner, 2008 Skipping Stones Honor Award, 2008 Over in the Meadow, 78, 91 NAPPA Honor Book, 2011 Secret Seahorse, 112 Teachers’ Choice Award, Learning Magazine, 2005 Shakespeare’s Storybook, 37 American Folklore Society Aesop Prize, 2002 Storytelling World Award, 2003

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Tenzin’s Deer, 54 CBC List of Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, 2004 NAPRA Nautilus Award Winner, 2004

We All Went on Safari, 46 Best Books of 2003, Family Fun Magazine Book of the Year Award, Child Magazine, 2003 Book of the Year Silver Award, ForeWord Magazine, 2004 Capitol Choices Selection, 2004 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award, 2004 Teachers’ Choice Award, Learning Magazine, 2004 What’s This?, 71 American Booksellers Association’s “Kids’ Pick of the List,” 2000 Who Are You, Baby Kangaroo?, 115 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award, 2005 Whole World, 83 O List, Oprah Magazine, 2008 Who’s in the Garden?, 77 Notable Books for Children, Smithsonian Magazine, 2010 Wise Fool, The, 51 Best Children’s Books of the Year, Bank Street College of Education, 2012 Zoë and her Zebra, 121 American Booksellers Association’s “Kids’ Pick of the List,” 2000 Outstanding Book, Parent Council, 1999


‘Your attention to diversity, acceptance and creativity is a much-needed and welcome resource. We all love your books!’ — debra messing

‘I became an Ambassador for Barefoot Books because I believe children have to get books like this’ — Alex Paton

Parent

‘I can’t wait to start using your wonderful books in schools’ — Elizabeth Lamont

Teacher

‘Barefoot Books are always appreciated by our customers’ — Nic Bottomley

Bookseller

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Join us. Live Barefoot.

We have been Living Barefoot since we started Barefoot Books in 1992. We have gone from working in our homes, surrounded by children, dogs, faxes, cats and couriers, to building a worldwide network of Barefooters. You may have met one. You may even be one already. So what is Living Barefoot all about? It’s about our children exploring the world around them and finding their place within it. It’s about the power of sharing a story. It’s about all kinds of people coming together to shape young minds. Close your eyes and imagine a wheel. At the hub of the wheel are the Barefoot Books Studios in Concord, USA and Oxford, England. Our Studios are bookshops, and they are also community centers: places where children and adults can play, paint, explore, make friends, look at the world from different points of view and discover new talents. The spokes of the wheel are artists, storytellers, retailers, librarians. Moms, dads, uncles, aunts, grandparents. Scientists, poets, potters, cooks. These are just some of the people who become part of our Barefoot Books family. Many become Barefoot Books Ambassadors, who run their own businesses selling our imaginative and educational books and gifts, bringing art, story and adventure to their communities along the way. Come along and join the caravan. You’ll find out more in our Studios, through our network of partners, all over the digital landscape and, of course, in our books. Hop on board! It’s going to be a fabulous journey.

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