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The Night Before Kindergarten Graduation (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingIt's time to celebrate kindergarten graduation in Natasha Wing's best-selling series featuring rhyming text in the style of the classic Clement C. Moore holiday poem.Get ready for a major milestone: kindergarten graduation! Of course, there's a lot of preparation the night before as kids prepare for the momentous occasion. This is a great school-year follow-up to The Night Before Kindergarten!
The Night Before My Dance Recital (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingCelebrating a landmark event in the life of all dancers!It's the night before a young girl's first dance recital. At the dress rehearsal, she and her class go over the steps one last time. What if she messes up? she worries. But the next day, she's ready to perform. When the class spins left she spins right! Without missing a beat, she keeps on dancing and smiling. The Night Before My Dance Recital celebrates this with humor, warmth, and engaging illustrations by Amy Wummer.
The Night Before St. Patrick's Day (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingCelebrate St. Patrick&’s Day in this installment of Natasha Wing&’s best-selling series, a fun read-aloud sure to keep kids engaged and laughing out loud! It's the night before St. Patrick's Day, and Tim and Maureen are wide awake setting traps to catch a leprechaun! When they wake the next morning to the sound of their dad playing the bagpipes and the smell of their mom cooking green eggs, they're shocked to find that they've actually caught a leprechaun. But will they be able to find his pot of gold? Natasha Wing's sweet story is once again told in verse to the same meter of Clement Moore's classic.
The Night Before Summer Camp (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingThe first day of summer camp is almost here, and one little camper doesn’t know what to expect. For a while everything is hunkydory . . . until rest time rolls around and he gets a bad case of nervous butterflies. But an unlikely friend appears out of the crowd and reassures him that the best cure for the summertime blues is tons of summertime fun! A sweetly reassuring story, once again told in verse to the meter of Clement Moore’s classic.
The Night Before Summer Vacation (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingA little girl and her family are getting ready to go on vacation . . . or at least they are trying to. In the effort to pack everything that will be needed, there's bound to be something overlooked, and what that is provides a funny ending to this meter-perfect "twist" on Clement Moore's classic.
The Night Before Thanksgiving
by Natasha Wing Tammie Lyon"Twas the night before Thanksgiving, and all through the nation families got ready for the big celebration. That night we were nestled all snug in our beds, while visions of turkey legs danced in our heads. Everyone's favorite fun-filled, family-filled, food-filled holiday is almost here! Follow along as the feast is prepared, Cousins are greeted, and everyone gathers around the table, all with an extra helping of holiday fun.
The Night Before Thanksgiving (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingGobble Gobble! It's turkey time! Thanksgiving is yet another big moment to be celebrated in Natasha Wing's best-selling series.Everyone&’s favorite fun-filled, family-filled, food-filled holiday is almost here! Follow along as the feast is prepared, cousins are greeted, and everyone gathers around the table, all with an extra helping of holiday fun. This family fun read-aloud makes the perfect gift to get young readers excited for this festive fall holiday!
The Night Before The Tooth Fairy (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingIt wiggles, and waggles, and wiggles some more, but this little boy's stubborn tooth just won't come out! He hopes it will fall out soon, because he can't wait to meet the Tooth Fairy! This humorous tale based on Clement C. Moore's classic poem is a perfect addition to the best-selling series. Illustrated by Johansen Newman.
The Night Before Valentine's Day (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingIt's the sweetest holiday of the year! Celebrate love and Valentine's Day with card-making, tasty treats, and more in this installment of Natasha Wing's best-selling series.Join in on all of the colorful fun, and then come along to school the next morning for a day of parties and games!
The Night Before the 100th Day of School (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingThe 100th day of school is almost here and one student is desperate to find 100 of anything to bring to class. Then all of sudden inspiration strikes, and he comes up with a surprise that makes the 100th day celebration one to remember! This hilarious story of a popular school tradition offers a perfect modern twist on Clement C. Moore&’s classic poem.
The Night Before the Dentist (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingGrab your toothbrush and get ready for a trip to the dentist in the latest big moment to be celebrated in Natasha Wing's best-selling series!It's the night before a young boy's check-up with the dentist. He's lost four teeth, and two big ones have come in already! So what does he do? He brushes and brushes his teeth to make sure his smile is super bright, of course! Join him on his journey to explore the ins and outs of the dentist's office in this delightful story, told in the style of Clement C. Moore's classic tale.
The Night Before the Doctor (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingA little boy gets ready to go to his doctor's appointment!A little boy prepares to visit the doctor! He can't wait to show the doctor how much he's grown as he gets his eyes, ears, and heart checked, and will be extra brave when it's time to get a shot. Join him at the doctor's office in this installment of the Night Before series, told in the style of Clement C. Moore's classic tale.
The Night Before the New Baby (The Night Before)
by Natasha Wing'Twas the night before baby decided to come,Mom's belly was big and as tight as a drum.We'd painted and papered the nursery with care,In hopes that the new baby soon would be there.A brand-new baby is about the join the family! Join in the excitement as a littler girl awaits the arrival of her new brother . . . or sister?
The Night Before the New Baby (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingA little girl and her parents prepare to welcome a new member to their family in this addition to the Night Before series!A brand-new baby is about the join the family! The little girl helps her parents decorate the nursery and imagines all the fun things she and her new sibling will do. She'll help feed them, read them stories, and play! Join her and the family as they prepare for the baby's arrival in this installment of the Night Before series, told in style of Clement. C. Moore's classic tale.
The Night Before the Night Before Christmas (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingIt's December 23, and Christmas is just around the corner. But one family is having trouble getting its act together. Once again, Natasha Wing follows the rhythms and meter of Clement Moore's classic Christmas poem, yet gives it her own entirely original twist.
The Night Before the Nutcracker (American Ballet Theatre)
by John Robert AllmanGet a front-row seat and experience the excitement of opening night as young dancers prepare for a performance of The Nutcracker. This festive holiday picture book, created in partnership with American Ballet Theatre, is a perfect gift for young readers and dance fans.&’Twas the night before The Nutcracker and, sleepless in their beds,these budding ballet dancers are rehearsing in their heads.Children who dream of dancing in The Nutcracker will love this magical illustrated holiday story, told in the tradition of "The Night Before Christmas." Four young girls and boys experience the thrills of auditions, rehearsals, costume fittings, and finally the big event: opening night! It's a behind-the-scenes peek that will delight young dancers.An afterword with original costume illustrations by Tony Award winner Richard Hudson makes this keepsake picture book both aspirational and informative.
The Night Before the Virtual Dentist (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingGrab your toothbrush and get ready for the dental team to pay a visit in Natasha Wing's celebrated series!It's the day before a dental team visits a child's classroom to check their teeth. They'll look for cavities and for healthy gums to make sure their smiles stay super bright and healthy! Join them on their dental check-up in this delightful story, told in the style of Clement C. Moore's classic tale.The community-based dental home model is an innovative way to provide dental care that maximizes keeping kids healthy in the community and minimizes the need to travel to a dental office.
The Night Before the Wedding (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingHere comes the bride...and the flower girl! This springtime wedding is the latest occasion to be celebrated in Natasha Wing's best-selling series.It's the night before her sister's wedding, and one little flower girl sure is excited! But will complications on the morning of the big day bring down everyone's happy moods? Any little girl who has dreamed of being a flower girl--and their numbers are legion--will love this fun, rhyming story told in the style of Clement C. Moore's Christmas classic.
The Night Box
by Louise GreigSoothing bedtime reading, this reassuring and magical evocation of nighttime encourages imaginative exploration and marks the debut of a talented poet and illustrator picture-book pair.When a little boy opens the Night Box, darkness swoops out, a fox uncurls, and a thousand stars sparkle and shine. Night flows freely then, cavorting and exploring, caring for all its creatures until morning comes, and it&’s time for Night to rest again. With its soothing cadences and air of quiet wonder, The Night Box is sure to charm any sleepy listener who wonders what happens between sunset and sunrise.
The Night I Followed the Dog
by Nina Laden“Making an auspicious entry into children’s books, Laden provides a stylish, droll answer to the riddle of what dogs do while their owners sleep.” —Publishers Weekly“I have a dog. Nothing exotic or special, just an ordinary dog.” Or so this little boy thinks—until one morning, when he opens the door a little early and sees his dog jump out of a limousine. That night, he decides to follow his dog, and that’s when the fun starts, in a nighttime romp around town where he learns what adventures dogs get up to while their humans are fast asleep. A terrific read-aloud and true “comedic gem,” Nina Laden’s story will have everyone captivated by the coolest dog around (Parents’ Choice).“Laden’s dog characters are especially keenly drawn . . . A whimsical book.” —Kirkus Reviews“Sophisticated enough for older children and silly enough for younger listeners, this boy-and-his-dog book has a clever text, great illustrations and strong appeal.” —School Library Journal
The Night Is Yours
by Abdul-Razak ZachariahFrom the New York Times bestselling illustrator of I Am Enough, this glowing, empowering picture book about a nighttime hide-and-seek game celebrates blackness and self-confidence.Little one, so calm and so happy, the darkness of the night is yours like the darkness of your skin.This lyrical text, narrated to a young girl named Amani by her father, follows her as she plays an evening game of hide-and-seek with friends at her apartment complex. The moon's glow helps Amani find the last hidden child, and seems almost like a partner to her in her game, as well as a spotlight pointing out her beauty and strength. This is a gorgeous bedtime read-aloud about joy and family love and community, and most of all about feeling great in your own skin.
The Night Library
by David ZeltserThe Polar Express meets The Night at the Museum in this fantastical picture-book adventure about the magic of books and libraries, perfect for book lovers of all ages!After a young boy goes to sleep upset that he's getting a book for his birthday, he's visited in the night by Patience and Fortitude, the two stone lions who guard the New York Public Library. Soon, he's magically whisked away from his cozy home in the Bronx, and the two mighty lions show him the wonder of the library. There, the inquisitive Latino boy discovers the power of books and their role not only in his own life, but also in the lives of the people he loves.Raul Colon's gorgeous, rich art creates an immersive world in this book about books, which is sure to capture the imaginations of kids and adults and inspire them to grab their library cards and dive into the worlds of stories.
The Night Market
by Seina WedlickJourney with a young girl as she explores the mesmerizing wonders of a Nigerian night market, where each stall is an adventure waiting to be discovered! Filled with vibrant illustrations, this captivating picture book invites young readers into a world of magic, mystery, and the joy of finding treasures in unexpected places.The Night Market is here again, and all one girl needs is a bag of gold coins to enter. The market is alive with the sound of hawkers and traders. &“A taste of tangy sweetness!&” hollers a man behind a towering fountain of lemonade. &“I&’ll trade you a joke for a coin,&” a little boy calls. &“Home grown spices!&” shouts a granny at a counter. What should the girl buy? But, wait! Do you hear that? It's the sound of an old African drum. Have a turn, then learn to make cards disappear when you shout Abracadabra! When the sun starts to rise and the night market winds down, the girl has one gold coin left—just enough to buy a return ticket to the night market.With stunning illustrations by Nigerian-American artist Briana Mukodiri Uchendu, here is an enchanting read aloud about curiosity and the wonders that lie hidden in plain sight.
The Night Tent
by Landis BlairA boy struggling to fall asleep peeks beneath his covers to find a world filled with nighttime adventures under a starry, tented sky.Watson is having trouble sleeping. He lies awake at night, doing his best not to think about the lurking, creeping things that might be hiding in his closet or under his bed. But the more he tries, the harder it gets.Then he notices a mysterious light coming from under his covers. When he takes a peek he discovers a beautiful, tented night sky full of twinkling stars. And because he isn&’t sleepy, he follows a path the stars show him. It leads him through a forest and onto an adventure that includes friendly creatures and a magical trolly ride to a tiny island with a very tall tower—and finally, sleep.Landis Blair is the author and illustrator of The Envious Siblings and Other Morbid Nursery Rhymes, as well as the illustrator of the New York Times bestseller From Here to Eternity by Caitlin Doughty and the graphic novel The Hunting Accident by David Carlson. His quirky and wonderful work is perfect for fans of Edward Gorey. With his debut picture book, The Night Tent, he celebrates the exploration of imagination and possibility that becomes so potent in the late hours of the night.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
The Night Worker
by Kate Banks Georg HallenslebenOne night, Alex's father surprises his son by taking him to see his place of work, an exciting construction site with heavy machinery, rumbling sounds, and more.