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C is for Camping
by Greg PaprockiAn engaging collection of 26 illustrations featuring campground favorites from Campfires and Hammocks to S’mores and Wildlife. Illustrator Greg Paprocki’s popular BabyLit alphabet board books feature his classically retro midcentury art style that’s proven to be a hit with both toddlers and adults. Discover new details in each illustration with every successive reading.
C is for China (World Alphabets Ser.)
by Sungwan So Quarto Generic StaffFrom Abacus to Lantern, from Jade to Wenzi, this photographic alphabet book introduces young readers to the rich culture and natural beauty of China. Sungwan So’s colorful variety of images explore the country’s customs ancient and modern, illustrating not only the hubbub of street life in the cities, but also the rhythms of day-to-day life in rural areas. Beautiful photographs feature scenes of old men drinking tea on the street, a little boy learning to draw in the ink-and-wash technique shuimohua, natives in textured tapestries selling food at a market, and more. Both entertaining and educational, C Is for China pays tribute to one of the world’s great cultures.
C Is for Country
by Lil Nas XNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • It&’s time to saddle up! Lil Nas X, the chart-topping music icon and internet sensation behind the hit single &“Old Town Road,&” has crafted an empowering alphabet adventure that shows off his signature &“S is for Swagger&” and &“X is for Extra&” energy in a kid-friendly picture book that is one of a kind—just like him! A is for Adventure. Every day is a brand-new start! B is for Boots—whether they&’re big or small, short or tall. And C is for Country. Join superstar Lil Nas X and Panini the pony on a fabulous journey through the alphabet from sunup to sundown. Featuring bold, bright art from Theodore Taylor III, kids will experience wide-open pastures, farm animals, guitar music, cowboy hats, and all things country in this debut picture book that&’s perfect for music lovers learning their ABCs and for anyone who loves Nas&’s unique genre-blending style and his iconic red-carpet looks. (After all, &“F is for feathers. And fringe. And fake fur.&”)
C Jumped Over Three Pots and a Pan and Landed Smack in the Garbage Can
by Pamela JaneThe letter C falls into the garbage can, and it is up to the rest of the alphabet to save him from ending up in the dump! In this rollicking, action-filled story, the letters of the alphabet must work together to help their friend. But four letters of the alphabet are missing! Could they be the answer to saving C? This unique book conveys the transforming power of teamwork and brings language and storytelling to life for young readers as they try to guess the secret word the missing letters form?a word that may save the day for poor C. An adventure, a puzzle, and a word game, this suspenseful story is a delightful approach to letters and words.
Cable Car to Catastrophe: A QUIX Book (A Miss Mallard Mystery)
by Robert QuackenbushWorld-famous duck-tective Miss Mallard&’s ski vacation is a bust when she finds herself on the tail of a bundled-up bandit in this engaging Aladdin QUIX mystery.When the police are baffled by an eerie robbery, Miss Mallard interrupts her ski vacation in the Alps to track down a burglar who has been stealing all the ski masks!
Caged
by Kao Kalia YangA poignant picture book about a young Hmong girl born and raised in a refugee camp who imagines what lies beyond the bounds of its borders.A young Hmong girl has never been outside the camp she lives in with her parents and thousands of other families. Most days, she spends her time playing with her cousins and pretending they can fly above the clouds and far away from here.When her family&’s papers are finally approved, she&’s uncertain if she&’s ready to leave everything—and everyone—she&’s ever known behind. But on the day she leaves, her favorite aunt, Golden Flower, sees her off with the words, Your wings have arrived.With poetic text by Kalia Kao Yang and stunning art by Khou Vue, Caged is about the power of imagination, resilience, and dreaming of freedom.
Caillou: Happy Thanksgiving!
by Pierre Brignaud Sarah Margaret JohansonThe house is bustling in anticipation of a Thanksgiving feast, and Caillou dreams of all the things he'll eat at his favorite meal. Yet today he will discover that there is more to the holiday than delicious food-it's about being thankful for the good things and important people in his life. Capturing the precious memories and emotions of the holiday season, toddlers will learn about the deeper meaning of Thanksgiving in this vividly illustrated story.Also available in trade cloth/hardcover (ISBN: 978-2-89718-021-8)
Caillou: Aunt Ana's Divorce
by Pierre Brignaud Christine L'HeureuxA gentle discussion about the subject of divorce ensues when curious Caillou asks his cousins Amanda and Emilio why their mommy doesn't live with their daddy. As the children continue to play, Caillou learns about divorce, having two homes, and the feelings experienced by his cousins. He learns that it is important for Emilio and Amanda to remember that it's not their fault their mommy and daddy separated their mother would always be their mommy, and their father would always be their daddy.
Caillou: Merry Christmas!
by Pierre Brignaud Johanne Mercier Francine NadeauIt's Christmastime and Caillou's family is gathering together. Even his Aunt Poppy and her cat Balthazar have come from far away to celebrate the holiday with Caillou, his sister Rosie, and their parents and grandparents. Before they know it, Christmas Eve has arrived, and Caillou-who is too excited to sleep-suddenly hears a strange noise. Could it be Santa? Capturing the precious memories and emotions of the holiday season, toddlers learn about the deeper meaning of Christmas.
Caillou: A Nice Surprise
by Pierre Brignaud Nicole NadeauHoping to alleviate his boredom, Caillou decides to surprise his mother with a new recipe. Hard at work in the kitchen, he becomes covered with flour, and a puddle of honey causes his feet to stick to the floor.
Caillou: A Special Guest
by Pierre Brignaud Joceline SanschagrinCaillou is so excited--his Uncle Felix, whom he's never met, is coming for dinner. Yet he doesn't quite understand who Uncle Felix is and why he's getting so much attention from Mommy and Daddy. Full color.
Caillou: The Broken Castle
by Pierre Brignaud Joceline SanschagrinCaillou is building a beautiful castle that his sister Rosie accidently destroys. Upset and angry, Caillou vents his frustration. Mommy listens to him, consoles him, and explains that Rosie did not do it on purpose.With Mommy's help, Caillou takes his first steps toward tolerance and learning to compromise.
Caillou: Every Drop Counts
by Sarah Margaret Johanson Eric SévignyAt day care Caillou learns about water conservation. Once at home, he looks for ways that he can save water. Because his suggestion of not taking any more baths is vetoed by Mommy, Caillou has to find other ways to conserve-every little drop adds up!
Caillou: My Day Care Friends
by Sarah Margaret Johanson Eric SevignyFirst-day jitters are explored in this story drawn from the popular television series. A poster containing fun, interactive activities that reinforce the book's themes is also included. Full color. Consumable.
Caillou: The Jungle Explorer
by Sarah Margaret Johanson Eric SévignyCaillou's friend Sarah has a magnifying glass. She shows Caillou how it makes everything in the garden look bigger and suggests a game. Caillou will be a jungle explorer, using the magnifying glass to make butterflies look as big as birds and Gilbert the cat as big as a lion.
Caillou: Training Wheels
by Sarah Margaret Johanson Eric SévignyThe training wheels on Caillou's bicycle are slowing him down and making it difficult to keep up with Sarah. Believing he can ride just as well as her, Caillou decides he's ready to try without them. However, Caillou quickly learns there is a right time for everything.
Caillou: The Magic of Compost
by Sarah Margaret Johanson Eric SévignyCaillou loves magic. Grandma impresses Caillou so much with her "composter" magic trick that Caillou has to try it too. He goes home and turns scraps of leftovers, grass clippings, and apple cores into plant food!
Caillou: Day Care
by Gisèle Légaré Pierre Brignaud Christine L'HeureuxCaillou is going to day care for the first time. Naturally, he would prefer to stay home with Mommy and Daddy rather than face this unfamiliar world. However, with the help of Florence, one of the day care assistants, Caillou eases into his new environment and soon makes a friend.Around three years of age, a child needs playmates. He wants to become more independent, which means he must leave the protective security of his parents, his house, and his family. Often this separation occurs in connection with day care. Leaving the security of his family unit is difficult and frightening for the child and it is important to help him prepare for this first step toward greater independence.
Caillou: The Wolf
by Joceline Sanschagrin Pierre BrignaudAfter seeing his father coming down the stairs, a curious Caillou decides to explore the attic--a place he's never been--by himself. Once up in the dimly lit space he becomes frightened when he thinks he sees a wolf. Full color.
Caillou: The Prince
by Joceline Sanschagrin Pierre Brignaud Marcel DeprattoWhile drawing in the kitchen one day, Caillou notices Mommy kissing Daddy differently than the way she kisses Caillou. When Mommy says that it's because she and Daddy are married, Caillou announces he'd like to marry Mommy. Daddy then tells him a story about a young prince. Full color.
Caillou: Learns to Skate
by Eric Sevigny Marion JohnsonCaillou is learning to skate. With a lot of tumbles, the help of a chair and loads of encouragement from Mommy and Daddy, Caillou begins to get the hang of it.
Caillou: My First Play
by Eric Sévigny Marilyn Pleau-MurissiThere's a special event at Caillou's day care. Leo, Clementine and Caillou are getting ready to be in a play. They enjoy dressing up and rehearsing but they appreciate it even more when their parents come to see the show.
Caillou Gets the Hiccups!
by Sarah Margaret Johanson Eric SévignyA spaghetti dinner and a lot of giggling result in Caillou getting the hiccups.Daddy thinks he knows how to cure them, and together, they embark on a series of hiccup-curing trials. But none of them seem to work! Mommy insists the hiccups will go away on their own - as long as Caillou doesn't make a big deal of them, and she's right!
Caillou Makes a Snowman
by Roger HarveyWith the help and guidance of his friend Sarah, Caillou experiences the joy of playing in the snow and learning to make his first snowman.
Caillou Says No!
by Nicole Nadeau Pierre BrignaudCaillou often says "no," but sometimes he really means "yes." The "no stage" is the start of a child's testing of independence and growing self-awareness. In these stories, children can grow alongside Caillou to navigate their way successfully through this key developmental experience of childhood. Full color.