‘Celebrate Durga Puja With Me!’ is part of the series ‘From The Toddler Diaries’ and celebrates Durga Puja as experienced by 3 year old Riya. This artful portrayal of the ‘5 Days of Pujo’ appeals to young and old alike. Shashti, Saptami, Ashtami, Navami and Bijoya Dashami – the cultural colors have a pronounced Bengali connection, but are universal to Durga Puja celebrations the world over. Woven in poetry and color, it is easy to read and has been enthusiastically endorsed by children and their parents.

A charming and informative book. A great way to introduce children to the culture.
~ Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni, Award winning author of ‘The Mistress of Spices’ and ‘Before We Visit the Goddess’

When I read Shoumi Sen’s Celebrate Durga Puja With Me, brilliantly illustrated by Abira Das, I must admit that I want to witness at least one Durga Pujo in my life…
~ Indian Moms Connect

Little ones will love listening and playing along with this adorable lift-the-flap book from beloved Caldecott Award-winning author/illustrator, Ed Emberley. Featuring a heart-shaped die-cut on the front cover and seven fun lift-the-flaps inside, this interactive board book shows a variety of cuddly critters hiding in all different places-but there’s no sweetie pie to be found! The anticipation of what’s hiding on the next page will keep kids guessing and giggling all the way to the surprise ending-when a double lift-the-flap reveals a heart-shaped mirror and shows who the real sweetie pie is!

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An egg cracks–crickety crack–and out comes a little yellow chick! He peeps, he cheeps, he eats, and at the very end, he sleeps under Mommy’s wing–zzzzzz. Each eye-popping page in this interactive novelty book invites the reader to jump in and play with the chick, and Ed Vere’s art is appealing and brightly colored .
Ed Vere’s new pop-up book is the perfect Easter gift for all your little chicks!

every creature was kneading tamale masa…

It’s Christmas Eve, and you’re invited to a Nochebuena celebration! Follow a family as they prepare to host a night filled with laughter, love, and Latino tradition. Make tasty tamales and hang colorful adornos (decorations) on the walls. Gather to sing festive canciones (songs) while sipping champurrado (hot chocolate). After the midnight feast has been served and the last gifts have been unwrapped, it’s time to cheer, “Feliz Navidad and to all a good night!”

Savor the magic of Nochebuena with a holiday tale you’ll want to read again and again. 

The Great Easter Egg Hunt is finally here! The Veggies are so excited and can’t wait to see what is inside their eggs. Petunia wants an egg with something sparkly and pretty, Laura and Junior are hoping for candy, and Larry is searching for silliness, as usual.

When the hunt is done, Junior is the only one who hasn’t found what he’d hoped for — his egg is empty! But as Bob explains, that is the best egg of all, for it represents the empty tomb and Jesus’ Resurrection on Easter. Children will love this fun book with the true meaning of Easter woven throughout — and they will love pushing the button to hear the classic song, ‘Christ the Lord Is Risen Today,’ sung by their VeggieTales favorites! Ages 2-5.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

This title is suitable for toddlers and ages upwards. Here`s fun for every child, for whoever heard of Santa sending a letter? Only the rowdy and rude Thingumajigs would get a letter from Santa.

“Savage’s spirited rhymes (no pun intended) make this an ideal readaloud for younger Halloween celebrants.”          –Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“The landscapes Savage creates… have a softness and gentle humor that will capture the imaginations of young children and add to their anticipation.”  –Kirkus Reviews

From a sneaky spider to a ghostly chef to a sly mummy and crafty witch, join your favorite spooky creatures as ten orange pumpkins disappear in a countdown to a Halloween surprise. Bright, bold, and fun, Ten Orange Pumpkins is a perfect read-aloud and is sure to capture the imagination of the littlest trick-or-treaters.

In the run-up to St. Patrick’s Day, Goopy is looking for a leprechaun to share in the holiday spirit. Of course, events don’t take place as hoped. Instead of a jovial leprechaun, our bright orange ghost finds a wee “man” pleading for help because a naughty band of thieves has stolen his gold and locked him in a cage.

Together, Goopy and the leprechaun work up an outrageous scheme to get the gold back and show up these mischievous thieves. Goopy turns into a stack of gold coins that will prove irresistible to the thieves. When the robbers come upon the pile of gold, they quickly snatch it up without knowing of the goopy surprise that lurks within.

What Goopy does next will teach the sticky-handed fellows a lesson or two about sharing and will also save the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day. Then, the leprechaun will grant him three wishes that Goopy will use in ways no one expects.

Engaging, humorous, and full of funny details, The Goopy Ghost at St. Patrick’s Day will bring the joy of St. Patrick’s Day to young children. A story with a wise moral, V. R. Duin will capture the imaginations of young ones and transport them to an emerald isle full of whimsy and enchantment.

Written in Irish limerick form and full of zingers and one-liners, V. R. Duin brings her trademark sass and wit to Goopy’s St. Patrick’s Day adventures. The rhyming story will enchant young readers and draw them into Goopy’s adventures with its delightful sing-song rhythm.

• Invitingly priced mini book makes a wonderful little gift for a loved one or for yourself.
• Or keep it in your desk, bag, or backpack for Yuletide inspiration at work or on the go.
• 80-page full-color hardcover with dust jacket.
• Comes with a 24K gold-plated charm on its ribbon bookmark.
• 3-1/4 inches wide x 4 inches high.

Are you looking for an award winning picture book just in time for the winter holidays?

Snowman Paul is ready for you!

On a snowy winter day, Dan builds himself a nice snowman named Paul. Snowman Paul wants to play and Dan hesitates because his friend Bill is watching and Bill thinks snowmen are dumb… But Paul is no ordinary snowman and he doesn’t take no for an answer. Dan and Paul become best friends and, together, they embark on a series of exciting adventures. Dan’s life will never be the same.

Written in rhyme, the Snowman Paul book series celebrates the magic of winter through the evolving friendship between a young boy and his mischievous snowman. Whimsical and humorous, the stories touch upon serious themes such as friendship, peer pressure, family relationships and values. Vivid and expressive illustrations complement the narrative and bring the stories alive.

Children will fall in love with Snowman Paul! He is energetic and playful, he has big dreams and he is not afraid to be different. If you and your young ones enjoy winter fun, then the Snowman Paul book series will be a wonderful addition to your bookshelf.

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But be careful: John Segal’s whimsical story and pictures will sneak into your heart, until nothing will satisfy you except more Carrot Soup.

Tasha Tudor’s delightful tale captures all the charm and magic of an old-fashioned Christmas shared with your dearest friends. Beautifully illustrated in nostalgic watercolor paintings, this eBook with audio is sure to be treasured.

Every year, people ask Groundhog the same, boring old question. Is spring around the corner? Or are we doomed to more winter? Sure, they care about his shadow, but what about him and his interests? He’s had enough! Groundhog packs his bags and sets out for a much-needed vacation.

Now the town is holding auditions to find someone to fill his spot. None of the animals seem right for the job, though. Not Elephant, not Ostrich, and most certainly not Puppy. No one has Groundhog’s flair for the dramatic, but is it too late to woo him back into the spotlight?

With a fresh take on a familiar event and bold, lively illustrations, this hilarious picture book will leave readers wishing it was Groundhog’s Day year-round.