Kirjahaku

"Help I'm melting " A boy rescues a snowball again and again in this funny story about a snowball that gets to see all four seasons. A boy makes a snowball and is about to throw it when he hears "Stop . . . Let's do something else." So the boy and the snowball make a snow angel, build a snow fort, and make a snowman instead. The boy decides to take the snowball home. When the snowball starts to melt, the boy rescues it by putting it in the freezer, where the snowball meets some very nice frozen foods and a tray of ice cubes too. The snowball meets flowers and butterflies in spring, sea and sand in summer, and apples and colorful leaves in fall. This is a great read-aloud. Children will enjoy shouting the refrain "Help I'm melting " There is back matter about the seasons and the three states of water.

A charming look at the many forms a happy family can take--whether she's with Mommy at her house, or with Daddy and his partner Harry at their apartment, this little girl always knows she's loved. The little girl in this story loves her busy routine. Some days Mommy picks her up at school and they walk to her house. Other days, she and Daddy take the bus to the apartment he shares with his partner. She has two rooms, two homes, and one big, loving family. (Even if both her parents make her eat broccoli--yuck ) But when Mommy comes to pick her up on Tuesday, the little girl gets upset. Tuesday is Daddy's day, and she doesn't like surprises She wonders and worries and insists change is the worst thing ever. . . . . Until Daddy shows up with the best surprise ever: a new puppy Celebrating LGBTQ+ parents, coparents who live apart, and the shared love that keeps families together no matter where they live, Tuesday is Daddy's Day is a sweet story perfect for sharing during Pride month and year-round. With a message about appreciating everything you have and being open to change, paired with bright, kid-friendly illustrations reminiscent of crayon drawings, this is a great title to share with the young readers you love. Inspired by his own experiences raising his family, best-selling author-illustrator Elliot Kreloff writes from the heart, creating a story that's sure to resonate with readers.

“Once upon a time, a line was drawn.” So begins the journey of Line, a small drawing asking some big questions. Who is he? What should he do? Where does he fit in? On a voyage of self-discovery that takes him from the east to the west, from the mountains to the sea, Line tries on many shapes and sizes, often with hilarious consequences. But can Line find his true purpose without losing hope? With a heartwarming conclusion, Once Upon a Line explores a journey all must take—to discover your true self. With witty wordplay, relatable dialogue, and engaging illustrations, this story helps readers find the confidence and enthusiasm to discover their own identity and purpose.

This unique counting book is a kid-friendly, celebration of all slimy, creepy, and crawly pests–oh my!2023 PUBWEST DESIGN AWARDS WINNER "Iridescent wings, webs, and slime create a visual treat in this counting book that features all kinds of pests from roaches to cicadas. […] Recommended." —School Library Journal What A Pest is a bold and graphic counting book packed full of creepy, crawly, and slimy pests. This sturdy board book is a fun way for preschoolers to learn to count from 1 to 10, with simple rhyming text and brightly colored artwork. Each “pesky” illustration is embellished with iridescent foil, making this an irresistible addition to any preschooler’s library.

Join Rabbit and Fox on an informative, hilarious, and celebratory journey into the who, what, why, and where of poop."Children are fascinated by ­bodily functions, and this book endeavors to capture that need to know with a plethora of poo-related information [and] illustrations that will engage young readers wanting to know more." —School Library Journal Smelly, stinky, sandy poop. Litter poop. Whose poop? Kitty poop! Please scoop. Yes, we all poop—animals and humans, young and old, those who walk and fly and swim. And Ooo…Poo! is a joyful investigation into the who, what, why and where of poop on our planet Earth. The upbeat, rhythmic text encourages young readers to celebrate both their time spent on the potty and any scat they come across in the wild. Let’s hear it for poo…woo hoo! MORE PRAISE FOR OOO...POO! "Cute, concise, and informative. It’s the #1 'Number 2' book out there!" —Ethan Long, award-winning author and illustrator "... a unique and unreservedly recommended pick for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections." —Midwest Book Review