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I Don't Want to Go to Sleep
by Dev PettyFans of the hit I Don't Want to Be a Frog will hop with joy for this fourth book in the series—a hilarious and clever twist on the classic childhood issue of not wanting to go to bed.Frog is excited about autumn and the coming of winter. But when Owl informs him that frogs hibernate till spring, Frog is upset at missing out on all the snowy fun. In this hysterically funny twist on the classic "I don't want to go to bed" dilemma, Frog comes up with all kinds of reasons why he's not going to sleep through winter, until he devises a clever way to convince his friends to come along for the ride.Featuring the beloved young frog character I Don't Want to Be a Frog and his cast of zany animal friends, this new story is sure to bring a smile to every kid who's ever protested at bedtime. And parents will appreciate a bold new twist on a timeless childhood topic. It's another surefire crowd pleaser and perfect read-aloud.And look for the other books starring Frog: I Don't Want to Be a Frog, I Don't Want to Be Big, and There's Nothing to Do!.
I Don't Want to be a Frog
by Dev PettyA frog who yearns to be any animal that is cute and warm discovers that being wet, slimy, and full of bugs has its advantages.
I Dream of an Elephant
by Ami RubingerI Dream of an Elephant takes readers through a wondrous world where they will encounter elephants of many colorful shades that sing, dance, and play. Each page's descriptive sing-song text leaves out the last word, allowing little ones to chime in and complete the rhyme while learning a range of colors. Amusing color-themed illustrations provide clues for the words that have been left out. I Dream of an Elephant teaches children about colors with a fun, fill-in-the-blank challenge that encourages participation.Accomplished illustrator Ami Rubinger once again turns his humorous and imaginative eye to an otherwise simple subject. His colorful elephants will make little faces smile, and the rhyming game will have them learning words and colors.
I Eat Poop.: A Dung Beetle Story
by Mark PettIn the vein of Please Don't Eat Me and We Don't Eat Our Classmates, I Eat Poop. by Mark Pett is a heartwarming and hilarious picture book about friendship, fitting in, and accepting each other's differences.Dougie has a secret: he’s not a ground beetle.He’s a dung beetle, and he loves eating poop.Dougie knows he should be proud. Dung beetles help process waste and do other extraordinary things! But Dougie also knows that if anyone at school saw his lunch, he’d be an outcast.One day, the lunchroom bugs out over a classmate eating poop, and Dougie must make a choice. Can he stand up for his friend—and for his true self?I Eat Poop. is packed with important social emotional learning themes and is great for classroom or at home discussion. Read I Eat Poop. for conversations about:- Bullying and being kind- Standing up for your friends and speaking up for your beliefs- Being proud of your culture and heritage- Embracing diversity and accepting and celebrating differencesThe book also includes incredible, STEM-related facts about bugs.
I Found A Kitty!
by Troy CummingsIt doesn't get any cuter! This sequel to the New York Times bestseller Can I Be Your Dog? (which appeared on the TODAY show) has Arfy the dog trying to find a forever home for an abandoned kitten!Lucky dog Arfy has a home. When he discovers a homeless kitten, Arfy hopes Scamper can come live with him, but--achoo!--his person is allergic to cats! So, Arfy writes persuasive letters to prospective owners about what a great pet Scamper would make. But somehow these matches aren't made in heaven. If Scamper can't live with any of them, where will he go? He needs a quiet home where he could make people as happy as they'll make him, full of laps, pats and purrs, and yarn balls....Arfy thinks he knows just the place!! Another winning, heart-tugging story that's perfect for cat lovers, dog lovers, and pet adoption advocates. Troy Cummings writes a great read aloud, and the book showcases many styles of letters, making it appealing to parents and teachers looking to teach the lost art of written communication. Helpful tips in the backmatter inform children how they can help the plight of homeless animals. Praise for Can I Be Your Dog?: "It's an instant classic in our household." --#1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas
I Got A New Friend
by Karl Newsom EdwardsA sweet introduction to owning a pet that is perfect for readers of The Most Magnificent Thing and A Ball for Daisy. When a little girl gets a new puppy, they have a lot to learn about each other. The new friends can be shy, messy, and sometimes get into trouble. They get lost, but they always get found. Their friendship may be a lot of work—but at the end of the day, they love each other! Experience the excitement and mystery surrounding a new pet (and a new friend) in this joyful picture book from acclaimed author and illustrator Karl Newsom Edwards.A Bank Street Best Book of the Year"Cheerfully ingenuous...Totally, infectiously ebullient."--Kirkus Reviews, Starred review"A joyous look at the work and play that go into pet ownership and friendship."--Booklist"The concise, cheery text gently explains what to expect when a newcomer joins the household, [and] the illustrations are cartoonlike and sweet. The curly-haired, brown-skinned little girl and the large-eared, spotted puppy make an adorable pair as they learn what it means to gain a new companion."--School Library Journal
I Gotta Sing!
by Alice Faye DuncanSing along with Big Baby Jenkins, Pop Charlie, Great Nana, and a crew of farm animals as they shout for joy to this rendition of an African American spiritual!From the author and illustrator team that brought you This Train Is Bound for Glory comes another riveting interpretation of a beloved African American spiritual, "I'm Goin' a Sing When the Spirit Says Sing," featuring farm animals. With illustrations that pop off the page, rhythmic text, and onomatopoeia for the youngest reader, I Gotta Sing! delivers a lively story that will quickly become a family favorite.Hezekiah Big Baby Jenkins runs from the breakfast table to the farmyard begging Pop Charlie to sing. As he plucks his diddley bow, Pop Charlie smiles and invites the animals and Big Baby to join in the music.I gotta sing when the Spirit says sing.I gotta sing when the Spirit says sing.I gotta sing when the Spirit says sing. and shout in the Spirit of joy!Before long, the rowdy crew are singing, mooing, oinking, and clapping along to the toe-tapping tune. But when Great Nana calls that it&’s bath time because &“warm water and bubbles won&’t last all day,&” will the party end? Or will Pop Charlie snap snap snap the tempo back to life?The lyrics of "I&’m Goin&’ a Sing When the Spirit Says Sing&” have evolved across the ages. At the end of the book readers will find an invitation to write a version of the song for a new generation.
I Had A Hippopotamus
by Hector Viveros LeeA young Mexican-American boy has his imagination stirred by his box of animal crackers as he pictures which animal he would give to each member of his family, in a delightful and positive look at a contemporary Hispanic family.
I Had a Hippopotamus (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Blue: Level F #Level F)
by Hector LeeAn imaginative boy opens a box of animal crackers and gives his family members a hippopotamus, anaconda, rhinoceros, and other exotic animals.
I Haiku You
by Betsy E. SnyderThis giftable little picture book of haiku by award winner Betsy Snyder is something adults will love to give one another as much as they'll enjoy sharing it with the youngest listeners. Perfect for Valentine's Day and any day of the year, this book will inspire people to tell one another, "I haiku you!"
I Has a Hotdog: What Your Dog Is Really Thinking
by Professor HappycatI HAS A BWAIN!! 1! An you thawt we dint! Now Professor Happycat tells you what's in it and, from I HAS A HOTDOG. com and beyond, lets over 200 LOLdogs loose on the world, all barking the truth about kibble, toys, and bad kitties. This collection of favorites and never-before-seen photos will have you barking for more! For all you hoomins, a LOLdog is a kay-nine picture with a funny, misspelled caption.
I Hatched!
by Jill EsbaumFrom the illustrator of Little Pea comes a gleeful, goofy, gorgeous celebration of being new, curious, and ready to take on the world--perfect for fans of Duck and GooseA baby chick bursts from his egg and into the world with hilarious enthusiasm, awe, and I-can't-help-myself energy, capturing babies' delight in new discovery and parents' joy in this amazing new person. Rompy, rhyming text evokes the zeal of a toddler who's eager for everything. And Jen Corace's gorgeous artwork is alive with critters and curiosities and surprises--the biggest of which? The hatching of a new baby sister, to the absolute delight of her now "expert" big brother!Breathless, breathtaking, and downright funny, this story is sure to find fans in new moms, toddlers, and big brothers and sisters too.
I Hate My Cats (A Love Story)
by Davide CaliGinger is the weird one. She plays with peas, purrs at artichokes, and has a strange fondness for chicken (but only the neighbor's chicken). Then there's Fred. His greatest talent? Sleeping. Oh, and hiding. And when he's not hiding, he's conspiring with Ginger to destroy the house! Such is life with cats. . . can't live with 'em, can't live without 'em—if you love them, that is. And yet the question remains: Why are these captivating creatures so marvelously maddening?! From internationally bestselling author Davide Cali, this humorous picture book about a cat owner and his beguiling felines celebrates quirky cat companions, impurrfections and all.
I Hate You More
by Lucy GilmoreDiscover what makes Lucy Gilmore an instant fan favorite with this unforgettably funny enemies-to-lovers romcom starring:a grumpy dog show judgea determined former beauty queenand a Golden Retriever more interested in stealing bacon than winning Best in Show.Ruby Taylor gave up pageant life the day she turned eighteen and figured she'd never look back. But when an old friend begs her to show beloved Golden Retriever Weezy at the upcoming Canine Classic, Ruby doggedly straps on her heels and gets to work.If only she knew exactly what the adorably lazy lump of a dog was getting her into.If there's one thing veterinarian Spencer Wilson knows in this world, it's dogs. Human beings are a different story. Especially gorgeous women clearly in way over their heads. As judge for the local dog show, Spencer advises Ruby to quit while she still can, but her old fervor for winning has returned—and she wants to show the stern, broody-eyed judge that she's more than just a pretty face. In the end, she'll show him who's best in show."AS APPEALING AS A PUPPY."—Publishers Weekly STARRED for Puppy Christmas
I Have Three Cats . . .
by Michelle SumovichA surprisingly humorous story of choosing and being chosen, this picture book is an ode to cats and the people who love them.I have three cats—Big, Little, and Middle—in charge of my backyard. But that one over there? She&’s not mine. Not at all.When a new cat appears in her backyard, a young girl isn't sure what to do. The new kitty is a little smelly and covered in fleas—who would want a cat like that? Besides she already has three cats, and they're not too keen on this newcomer either.But day by day and season by season, the new cat comes back, and the girl and her kitties warm to the new furry face in their yard. Before they know it, the new cat isn't so new—she's part of the family.
I Have a Garden (I Like to Read)
by Bob Barner"I have a garden," a frisky dog announces. In simple sentences, the dog guides new readers through a bright and lush garden, which is home to a chipmunk, a bird, a bug, and all sorts of other creatures. "This garden is for me," the dog continues. "No. This garden is for all of us. We have a garden," answer his animal neighbors. Illustrated in vibrant collage, this deceptively simple I like to Read® book is a celebration of nature and community, plus readers can play spot the dog on nearly every spread. Guided Reading Level B.
I Have a Secret: A First Counting Book (Little Golden Book)
by Carl MemlingLittle Golden Book fans will love this adorable animal counting book from 1962, back in print for today's preschoolers!One little chick struts and clucks: "I have a secret."Two little pigs, three little kittens, and four little puppies follow the chick to find out what her secret is. And as word gets around, more animals join in, and soon eight little rabbits, nine little turtles, and ten little bluebirds have joined the parade! Playful rhyming text and adorably dressed animal characters make learning to count to ten easy and fun!
I Knead My Mommy: And Other Poems by Kittens
by Francesco MarciulianoJust when we all thought things couldn't get any cuter, from the author of the New York Times bestselling I Could Pee on This comes I Knead My Mommy, a book of confessional poems about the triumphs, trials, and daily discoveries of being a kitten. From climbing walls to claiming hearts, these little cats bare all in such instant classics as "And Then You Said 'No,'" "Ode to a Lizard I Didn't Know Is Also a Pet in This House," and "I Will Save You." With adorable photos of the poetic prodigies throughout, this volume gives readers a glimpse into their confused and curious feline minds as they encounter the world around them.
I Knead My Mommy: And Other Poems by Kittens
by Francesco MarciulianoA purrfect collection of poetry that explores kitten life from the New York Times–bestselling author of I Could Pee on This and I Could Chew on This. Just when we all thought things couldn&’t get any cuter comes a book of confessional poems about the triumphs, trials, and daily discoveries of being a kitten. From climbing walls to claiming hearts, these little cats bare all in such instant classics as &“And Then You Said &‘No,&’&” &“Ode to a Lizard I Didn&’t Know Is Also a Pet in This House,&” and &“I Will Save You.&” With adorable photos of the poetic prodigies throughout, this volume gives readers a glimpse into their confused and curious feline minds as they encounter the world around them.
I Know A Wee Piggy
by Kimberly E. NormanA clever, colorful read-aloud in the tradition of I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly A fun day at the fair becomes color chaos when one boy's energetic pig gets loose. Upside down, piggy wallows in brown, but that's only the beginning of this cumulative, rhyming text. Soon, he's adding a rinse of red (tomatoes), a wash of white (milk), a pinch of pink (cotton candy), and many more. Can piggy be caught before he turns the whole fair upside down? With exuberant art by Henry Cole, this wild pig chase is a natural choice for teaching colors and begs to be read aloud.
I Know Bugs
by Lisa Daniel Rees Diane Rath Marcia ParnessI Know Bugs is a great introduction for 5-12 year olds to over 38 different insects. The non-fiction e-book includes beautiful close up photography and short descriptions in large print. A perfect introduction to entomology for children and juvenile readers. Great for reference and activities.
I Know I Can!: A children’s short story about friendship and personal growth.
by A. P. HernándezAndrew is a very happy canary. His owner Eustacia loves him and takes great care of him. Andrew’s life is peaceful and calm until the day a sparrow starts visiting him … A CHILDREN’S SHORT STORY ABOUT FRIENDSHIP AND PERSONAL GROWTH.
I Know a Bear
by Mariana Ruiz JohnsonIn this touching, hopeful story that reads like a modern classic, a young girl befriends a bear in the zoo. He comes from far, far away, a place he calls the Land of the Bears, where the food is sweet and the land is vast. It is a wondrous home, where the rivers are like bathtubs and naps last for months and months. But, alas, he cannot return; his new home is the zoo. And so the girl listens carefully as her friend remembers, and she imagines a world of freedom, vast and sweet. Using a gentle tone, spare language, and gorgeous illustrations, Mariana Ruiz Johnson reminds young readers that being a good listener is what makes for a good friend.
I Know an Old Lady
by Edward MillerLearn about animals and meet an elderly woman with a peculiar palate in this delightfully illustrated, absurd, modern twist on a classic song.An updated and slightly different take on the classic folk song &“There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly&”—with a new, kid-friendly ending—I Know an Old Lady is a humorous picture book for children featuring the iconic old lady that can&’t stop eating the strangest things! With memorable lyrics and absurd illustrations, watch as the old lady&’s stomach fills up with bizarre objects, from a small fly all the way up to a horse. This silly children&’s book of a timeless tale will delight both kids and parents alike!This is a fixed-format ebook, which preserves the design and layout of the original print book
I Know the Whale (A Social Emotional Picture Book for Kids)
by Robin YardiWhen a little girl discovers a beached blue whale, the biggest mammal on earth teaches her some of the largest lessons in life, about the beauty in all things big or small.I know the whale lived.I know the whale sang.But when it washes ashore,the whale isn't singing anymore.The little girl doesn't know how to feel, and Papa tries to answer all her questions about it. Time passes, and the whale, and Papa, aren't there anymore. But when it's announced that the whale's bones will be displayed at the local museum, she knows she has to see it again. And even though it's gone, she knows that the whale is still just as beautiful as all the quiet wonderings she has about where it might be now.This poignant picture book touches on the grief and beauty of death and loss, wonder at the scientific and spiritual unknown, and the space to embrace big questions and feelings.