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Outwit your enemies and travel the high seas with Odysseus! In this perfect "read-aloud for adventure-seeking kids" (School Library Journal), find out if the hero can survive the odyssey of a lifetime. On his way home from the Trojan War, clever adventurer Odysseus is blown far off course and must escape the clutches of cyclopes, sorceresses, and sea monsters to find his way back to his kingdom. Will he make it home to Penelope in time? Colorful and easy to read, this picture-book adaptation of Odysseus’s epic journey brings ancient myth to life—with a dash of adventure. Bright art from bestselling illustrator Anna Láng reimagines the ancient Greek hero for a modern audience, while Sonia Elisabetta Corvaglia’s age-appropriate text makes for a page-turning volume. The Adventures of Odysseus is perfect for young mythology lovers. Story time has never been so epic! Adventure into the epic and magical world of Greek myths with this brightly illustrated series for young readers. More titles in the Little Library of Greek Myths series include the legends of Greek gods and heroes like Hercules, Theseus, and Zeus.

From the creator of How to Find a Ghost and The Happy Pumpkin comes a delightful story about a little vampire and his big garden.Little Vampire loves playing outside, but on sunny days, he has to stay in and watch his friends through the window. Little vampires and sunshine do NOT mix.When they send beautiful flowers to cheer him up, it inspires him to plant a garden. One night, the Vampire family piles into their hearse station wagon to go to the garden store and gather supplies.After a lot of work, and even more patience, Little Vampire's garden grows into the perfect surprise — a beautiful space everyone can enjoy. Even on sunny days. With adorable illustrations full of spooktacular details, Little Vampire will be a Halloween treat for readers of all ages.

If a kitten hates the water ‿ can it come to love a mermaid? Find out in this story about setting goals, problem-solving, and (eventually) making friends. Cadence is a very busy little mermaid‿dancing with dolphins in the morning and practicing Tai Chi at the lighthouse in the afternoon‿but something is missing. She really wants a kitten! When she discovers a family of felines onshore, Cadence can‿t believe her luck. But, as the mermaid tries to play with one of the kittens, she soon discovers that cats do not like water and are very pointy in all the wrong places. Ouch! With her kitten dreams dashed, Cadence couldn‿t be sadder. Is there a pet out there that can love her and the sea? Maybe there‿s one right under her fin! From author Judith L. Roth and artist Jaclyn Sinquett, Cadence and Kittenfish: A Mermaid Tale reminds us to follow our hearts and our fins‿and be ready for some surprises!

KIRKUS REVIEWS' BEST BOOKS OF 2022“An engaging book about accepting endings and celebrating beginnings “ ‿ Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Start with THE END in mind with this playful and whimsical picture book that explores conclusions, transitions, and new beginnings ‿ and how to have fun in the middle. This is THE END of endings as you know them.  Endings can be hard, whether it‿s the end of school or changes to daily routines and activities. With humor, heart, and a sense of childlike wonder, author John Bray reminds us that endings both big and small can be the start of something new and different. “THE END of one thing is the beginning of something else. And the beginning of one thing is THE END of something else. And that‿s okay.â€?  At once silly and smart, The End encourages kids to navigate beginnings, middles, and ends with curiosity and imagination. Perfect for fans of B.J. Novak‿s The Book With No Pictures, this picture book is bound to entertain young readers who love to ask questions, read funny stories, build blanket forts, and complicate the passage of time. With vibrant illustrations by artist Josh Cleland, The End is just the beginning of a re-read!

From author Andrea Denish and illustrator BlueBean comes a touching story about new siblings, greetings, languages, and love. A young child searches for the best way to welcome a new baby to their family as they ask, "A special day. A special place. How will you greet a special face?" With rhyming text, heartwarming art, and educational facts about cultures and customs around the world, The Way We Say Hello takes you as far as Tibet and as near as your front yard as you learn greeting after greeting. Along the way, you'll also discover how to welcome the world into your heart in different languages, gestures, and places. You can say "namaste," "howdy," or "annyeong." You can use traditional greetings like the Maori hongi or European cheek kisses. You can use sign language to greet those who are hard of hearing, or send a card to someone far away. Perfect for new big siblings, baby showers, and kids curious about different cultures and languages. There are so many ways to greet someone new, no matter where they're from or what language they speak-so how will YOU say hello?

Take a first BITE out of gothic classics with this “charming, age-appropriate” (Foreword) board book edition of Bram Stoker's Dracula—perfect for little hands! When a mysterious client invites Jonathan Harker to Transylvania, the young realtor doesn’t hesitate to travel to Count Dracula’s spooky, crumbly castle. But the count has strange habits … he acts like a bat, and tries to bite people. Can Jonathan and his fiancée Mina teach the creepy count how to make friends? Trade in horror for the most adorable Count Dracula ever seen in the creature's 125-year history! With foil on the cover and engaging illustrations throughout, Baby’s Classics: Dracula is a delightful addition to baby’s first story time collection! It’s never too early to introduce the littlest readers to the greatest stories. Written with baby in mind, this gothic retelling promises to delight parents and kids alike. From Starry Forest Books, Baby’s Classics will delight your little one with the world’s best stories. Collect them all!

"Berneger’s rhyming text makes for a fun, buoyant read-aloud...a perfect fit for toddler and preschool readers. Chapman’s illustrations capture joyful, childlike movement. There are bright, eye-catching colors on every page...A bouncy, exuberant read as playful as its target audience." --Kirkus ReviewsGet little feet moving and grooving in no time with this interactive and engaging picture book – perfect for active read-alouds and exploring motion and movement with energetic toddlers.From former elementary school teacher Marcia Berneger, Busy Feet’s simple, gentle rhyme underscores illustrator Susanna Chapman’s bold, expressive style. This winning combination—along with diverse and inclusive art—makes wiggling around and learning opposites a blast. Little ones will be itching to join the party as the characters dance, hop, and march along!Feet wake upTime to play.Happy feet,Out all day!Follow along as adorable baby feet move through a busy day. Where do these feet go? How do they get there? What exciting activities will they get up to? See just how busy little feet can be at playtime, bath time, and more!Playful and bright, this book is perfect for sharing and gifting. Busy Feet promises full-to-bursting fun for little movers of all ages!

EXCITING AUTHOR DEBUT: Amanda Henke's first picture book is full of charm and humor and will knock your cottontails off. HOP ALONG, BUNNY FANS: Get ready to be dazzled by a new star this spring-a porcupine! FACTS TO STAND YOUR QUILLS ON END: Funny nonfiction back matter leaves you with new respect for this prickly pal. WATCH OUT FOR RABBITS: Porcupine insists there will be NO BUNNIES here ... but the illustrations say otherwise! Will there be a bunny in Not a Book About Bunnies? Only one way to find out! HOPS OFF THE PAGE: Following the quirky and self-aware picture book trend, Not a Book About Bunnies breaks the fourth wall and promises to entertain readers of all ages.

Have a MONSTER of a time with this little book¿perfect for little hands! Dr. Frankenstein is lonely, so he decides to build himself a friend! But his creation scares him and the doctor runs far away. Follow along as Frankenstein's monster chases after his creator because he also wants a friend! Will Dr. Frankenstein help his monster? Does the monster deserve a friend? Discover the origin of the science fiction genre in this must-have board book edition of Mary Shelley's gothic classic Frankenstein With foil on the cover and engaging illustrations throughout,Baby's Classics: Frankenstein is a delightful addition to baby's first story time collection! It's never too early to introduce the littlest readers to the greatest stories. Written with baby in mind, this gothic retelling promises to delight parents and kids alike. From Starry Forest Books, Baby's Classics will delight your little one with the world's best stories. Collect them all!

In this "approachable series" (Booklist), one small action a day can make a difference . . . in a big way! In 10 Ideas to Overcome Racism, we explore how to counteract racism and prejudice in our everyday lives. Are you ready to overcome racism in the world today? Each one of us plays a part in perpetuating racism, and we must unite to stop it from spreading. So let’s get started with 10 easy antiracist ideas! In this book, learn how to challenge racist ideas with little (but powerful!) actions, including: Learning a friend’s language—and helping them learn yours! Discovering the past to understand the present! Trying new foods, playing new games, and listening to new music . . . and more! With tips and everyday activities, this book brings discussions of race and diversity into your home, your classroom, and the real world. Put these 10 ideas into practice at home or at school, and share them  with friends and family!

In this "approachable series" (Booklist), one small action a day can make a difference . . . in a big way! In 10 Ideas to Save the World with Kindness, we discover what it means to be kind, caring, and thoughtful. Are you ready to make the world a kinder place? We can each be a force for good in everyday life if we remember that everyone and everything deserves kindness—even animals and plants! So let’s get started with 10 easy ideas! In this book, learn all about empathy and generosity with little (but powerful!) actions, including: Using the magic words! Getting creative with compliments and gifts! Treating others the way you want to be treated . . . and more! With tips and everyday activities, this book brings a caring point of view into your home, your classroom, and the real world. Put these 10 ideas into practice at home or at school, and share them with friends and family!

In this "approachable series" (Booklist), one small action a day can make a difference . . . in a big way! In 10 Ideas to Save the Planet, we explore how to BE GREEN to counteract the effects of pollution and global warming in our everyday lives. Are you ready to save the planet? You might be thinking, “I don’t own a factory that spews chemicals into the air! I don’t even drive!” If you think only grown-ups can save the planet … think again! It’s a group effort, and you’re a major player too. So let’s get started with 10 easy ideas! In this book, learn all about environmental conservation with little (but powerful!) actions, including: Making a bee-saving oasis! Earning a black belt in recycling! Using your imagination to reuse objects—and reduce waste . . . and more! With tips and everyday activities, this book brings environmental conservation into your home, your classroom, and the real world. Put these 10 ideas into practice at home or at school, and share them  with friends and family!

Rule the skies with the Greek god of thunder, father of the gods, and king of Olympus¿ Zeus! Discover Zeus's many talents and adventurous escapades as he battles giants and monsters, hurls thunderbolts, creates volcanoes, and more! The story also introduces Zeus¿s siblings and children who live and rule on Mount Olympus. Colorful and easy to read, this picture-book introduction to the striking King of the Gods brings ancient myth to life¿with a dash of adventure. Bright art from bestselling illustrator Anna Láng reimagines the ancient Greek god for a modern audience, while Sonia Elisabetta Corvagliäs age-appropriate text makes for a page-turning volume. Zeus is perfect for young mythology lovers. Story time has never been so epic! Adventure into the epic and magical world of Greek myths with this brightly illustrated series for young readers. More titles in the Little Library of Greek Myths series include the legends of Greek heroes like Hercules, Odysseus, and Theseus.

Join the hero Hercules as he battles legendary monsters and foes! Will he complete his twelve labors? The demigod Hercules gets his strength from his father Zeus, King of the Gods. To prove his divine power, the young hero is challenged to complete twelve tasks. Join the strongest hero of mythology as he fist fights lions, giants, and hydras; tricks kings and queens; and steals golden apples from the gods' garden. Colorful and easy to read, this picture-book adaptation of Hercules's heroic feats brings ancient myth to life¿with a dash of adventure. Bright art from bestselling illustrator Anna Láng reimagines the ancient Greek hero for a modern audience, while Sonia Elisabetta Corvagliäs age-appropriate text makes for a page-turning volume. Hercules is perfect for young mythology lovers. Story time has never been so epic! Adventure into the epic and magical world of Greek myths with this brightly illustrated series for young readers. More titles in the Little Library of Greek Myths series include the legends of Greek gods and heroes like Odysseus, Theseus, and Zeus.

Journey into the Labyrinth with Theseus. Can he defeat the creature inside and escape the maze? A young hero has arrived on the isle of Crete to defeat the vicious monster known as the Minotaur. But first, he must get in and out of a giant maze! Is the ball of yarn that the princess gives him really magic? Colorful and easy to read, this picture-book adaptation of Theseus¿s quest brings ancient myth to life¿with a dash of adventure. Bright art from bestselling illustrator Anna Láng reimagines the ancient Greek hero for a modern audience, while Sonia Elisabetta Corvagliäs age-appropriate text makes for a page-turning volume. Theseus and the Minotaur is perfect for young mythology lovers. Story time has never been so epic! Adventure into the epic and magical world of Greek myths with this brightly illustrated series for young readers. More titles in the Little Library of Greek Myths series include the legends of Greek gods and heroes like Hercules, Odysseus, and Zeus.