Holiday Gift Guide 2017 TO:
The Fairytale Fanatic Prince Ribbit
The Boy Who Cried Ninja
Written by Jonathan Emmett Illustrated by Poly Bernatene
Written and illustrated by Alex Latimer
Enchanted prince or just a plain old frog? Pucker up, princesses! There’s only one way to find out...
In this quirky twist on “The Boy Who Cried Wolf,” Tim’s outrageous excuses turn out to have an unexpected element of truth.
HC: $15.95 / 978-1-56145-579-9 PB: $7.95 / 978-1-56145-774-8
HC: $16.95 / 978-1-56145-761-8
Martina the Beautiful Cockroach A Cuban Folktale
Rapunzel Written and illustrated by Bethan Woollvin
Written by Carmen Agra Deedy Illustrated by Michael Austin
The wicked witch has Rapunzel trapped…but not for long!
When Martina decides to choose a husband, her grandmother gives her some advice. HC: $16.95 / 978-1-56145-399-3 HC & CD: $19.95 / 978-1-56145-468-6 PB: $8.95 / 978-1-56145-787-8 CD: $6.95 / 978-1-56145-467-9
Also by Bethan Woollvin HC: $16.95 / 978-1-68263-003-7
Little Red
HC: $16.95 / 978-1-56145-917-9
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The Animal Aficionado Madeline Finn and the Library Dog
The Cheshire Cheese Cat A Dickens of a Tale
Written and illustrated by Lisa Papp
Written by Carmen Agra Deedy and Randall Wright Illustrated by Barry Moser
Madeline Finn does NOT like to read. But maybe Bonnie the Library Dog can change her mind.
In this playful homage to Charles Dickens, unlikely allies learn the lessons of a great friendship.
HC: $16.95 / 978-1-56145-595-9 PB: $8.95 / 978-1-56145-810-3
HC: $16.95 / 978-1-56145-910-0
Little One
About Birds A Guide for Children
Written and illustrated by Jo Weaver
Written by Cathryn Sill Illustrated by John Sill
Join a new cub and his mother as they discover the world together, through every season.
HC: $16.95 / 978-1-56145-924-7
This nonfiction beginner’s guide offers a first glimpse into the diverse and natural world of birds. HC: $16.95 / 978-1-56145-688-8 PB: $7.95 / 978-1-56145-699-4
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The Promising Poet Poet The Remarkable Story of George Moses Horton
Random Body Parts Gross Anatomy Riddles in Verse
Written and illustrated by Don Tate
Written by Leslie Bulion Illustrated by Mike Lowery
In this powerful biography of George Moses Horton, the first southern African-American man to be published, Don Tate tells an inspiring and moving story of talent and determination.
Take a free-form trip though the human body with these humorous riddle poems. Follow the clues and find hints from the greatest poet of them all—William Shakespeare.
HC: $16.95 / 978-1-56145-825-7 HC: $14.95 / 978-1-56145-737-3
HC: $17.95 / 978-1-56145-856-1
Miguel’s Brave Knight Young Miguel Cervantes and His Dream of Don Quixote
Zebra on the Go
Written by Margarita Engle Illustrated by Raúl Colón
As fierce Lion and speedy Zebra step into the circus ring to perform their act, things don’t go quite according to plan… Zebra is on the go—with Lion in hot pursuit!
This fictionalized first-person biography in verse of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra follows the early years of the child who will grow up to pen Don Quixote, the first modern novel.
Written by Jill Nogales Illustrated by Lorraine Rocha
HC: $16.95 / 978-1-56145-911-7
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The Budding Activist
HC & CD: $19.95 / 978-1-56145-943-8 CD: $6.95 / 978-1-68263-000-6
Flowers for Sarajevo
Dangerous Jane
Written by John McCutcheon Illustrated by Kristy Caldwell
Written by Suzanne Slade Illustrated by Alice Ratterree
Based on real events of the Bosnian War, award-winning songwriter and storyteller John McCutcheon tells the uplifting story of the power of beauty in the face of violence and suffering.
This energetic and inspiring picture book biography of activist Jane Addams focuses on the peace work that won her the Nobel Peace Prize. HC: $17.95 / 978-1-56145-913-1
We’ve Got a Job The 1963 Birmingham Children’s March
Night of the Spadefoot Toads Written by Bill Harley
Written by Cynthia Levinson
This inspiring story of one of the greatest moments in civil rights history is told through the eyes of four young people at the center of the 1963 Birmingham Children’s March. HC: $19.95 / 978-1-56145-627-7 PB: $13.95 / 978-1-56145-844-8
When Ben must leave behind his Arizona home to move to Massachusetts, he finds a kindred spirit in his fifth-grade science teacher, who introduces him to the rare and elusive Eastern spadefoot toads and inspires him to help save their habitat from potential land developers. HC: $15.95 / 978-1-56145-459-4 PB: $7.95 / 978-1-56145-638-3
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The Winter/Holiday Enthusiast The Santa Trap
Claude on the Slopes
Written by Jonathan Emmett Illustrated by Poly Bernetene
Written and illustrated by Alex T. Smith
When Santa Claude refuse to give him anything but socks for Christmas, Bradley vows to get revenge. With dynamite, trapdoors, guillotines, and tigers in his path, Santa doesn’t stand a chance. Or does he?
Claude and his best friend Sir Bobblysock go to the Snowy Mountains to swish down the powdery slopes, throw snowballs, and ski. But when an avalanche threatens their winter wonderland, Claude must come to the rescue. HC: $12.95 / 978-1-56145-805-9 PB: $7.95 / 978-1-56145-923-0
HC: $15.95 / 978-1-56145-670-3
Snow Day!
Christmas in the Trenches
Written by Lester L. Laminack Illustrated by Adam Gustavson
Written by John McCutcheon Illustrated by Henri Sørensen
In this clever take on a familiar childhood wish, the narrator gleefully images the fun-filled possibilities of an unscheduled holiday when the weatherman predicts a big snowfall. HC & CD: $19.95 / 978-1-56145-374-0 HC: $16.95 / 978-1-56145-418-1 HC & CD: $19.95 / 978-1-56145-554-6 PB: $7.95 / 978-1-56145-553-9 CD: $6.95 / 978-1-56145-556-0
This moving tribute to the power of the human spirit to unite people is based on the Christmas Truce, an actual event from World War I when soldiers left their trenches to celebrate the holiday together.
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Artwork by Manelle Oliphant from In the Snow
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The Youngest Reader In the Snow
Stanley’s Numbers
Written by Elizabeth Spurr Illustrated by Manelle Oliphant
Written and illustrated by William Bee
On a snowy day, a young girl makes a snowman, sleds, and has other winter fun!
Stanley and Little Woo are planning a party. Help them count the items they need for their guests. BB: $6.95 / 978-1-56145-976-6
BB: $6.95 / 978-1-56145-855-4
Hush, Little Ones
Little Rabbit Lost
Written and illustrated by John Butler
Written and illustrated by Harry Horse
The noisy animal kingdom settles down for the night in this soothing bedtime story.
When the family sets off for the amusement park.for Little Rabbit’s birthday, Little Rabbit insists he is a big rabbit now and ignores his parents’ warnings to stay close. But when he suddenly finds himself all alone, he doesn’t feel quite so grown up anymore.
BB: $6.95 / 978-1-56145-297-2 HC: $15.95 / 978-1-56145-273-6 BB: $6.95 / 978-1-56145-345-0 Doll Only: $6.95 / 978-1-56145-452-5 (Call 1-404-876-8761 to order doll)
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