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A poetic, rhyming story about the profound way books shape us and become part of who we are, featuring clever nods to the most classic children's books of all time. A true love letter to the power of creating readers at the youngest age and the magic that happens when you love a book. A book is a friend found in all shapes and sizes, a buddy who's bound to be full of surprises.And when you grow bigger your books grow big, too. A book is forever the right size for you. With winsome, rhyming text and sweet, irresistable art, When You Love a Book is a poetic ode to readers and the way the stories we read as children have the ability to shape our lives forever. Includes nods to some of the most beloved children's books of all time. Perfect for book lovers, especially those who want to introduce their own little ones to the joy of finding a book that stays with them forever. Perfect for fans of The Word Collector by Peter Reynolds and How to Read a Book by Kwame Alexander.

Jim the crocodile finds the courage to face his fear of swimming in this funny and charming debut picture book from Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning author-illustrator Kaz Windness. Jim the crocodile is scared of swimming--or rather, of sinking. His family's swamp is just too deep, too dark, and too big. But maybe he could swim, if only there were a smaller swamp where he could try it on his own terms. Jim wiggle-waggles far and wide until he finds the perfect place. With the help of some floaties and his sisters, Jim just might find the courage to face his fear and show everyone--including himself--that Jim can swim

Hermes Press presents the chilling rhymes and illustrations of Mother Goth in her debut book, Mother Goth Rhymes! Mother Goth invites you into her world of grim and gruesome tales that celebrate the macabre with a selection of poems created especially for you! Feel your spine tingle with a new look at some old classics, from “Rock-A-Bye Zombie” to “Roses are Dead,” these poems explore the dark underbelly of our childhood favorites. Don’t be afraid of the dark...it's more fun there!

Who’s positively magical and ready for sunshine, giggles, and sliding down rainbows? Not Stabby! Meet the world’s surliest unicorn. This stab-happy unicorn is a fan-favorite character from “Mother Goth Rhymes” (www.mothergothrhymes.com Hermes Press, Halloween 2020) and now he’s getting his own book! “If UR Stabby” follows Stabby as he deals with life’s challenges the only way he knows how—horn first. “If UR Stabby” is a teen and adult humor book.

A little bat struggles to fit in only to learn to celebrate differences in this heartfelt picture book from an autistic perspective about starting school, making friends, and seeing what makes each person special. Bitsy is a little bat with big star dreams of making friends at her new school. But when she arrives, Bitsy doesn’t feel like she fits in. The other kids sit on their chairs, but sitting upright makes Bitsy dizzy. The other kids paint with their fingers, but Bitsy would rather use her toes. Everyone tells Bitsy she’s doing things wrong-wrong-wrong, so she tries harder…and ends up having a five-star meltdown. Now Bitsy feels like a very small star and doesn’t want to go back to school. But with help from her family, Bitsy musters her courage, comes up with a new plan, and discovers that being a good friend is just one of the ways she shines bright!

A Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book A Kirkus Reviews Best Graphic Novel & Comic A New York Public Library Best Book A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book This heartwarming and affirming Level 1 Ready-to-Read Graphics book celebrates the beauty of true friendship Worm and Caterpillar are friends--best friends. Worm loves how they are just alike, but Caterpillar has a feeling there is a big change coming. Then Caterpillar disappears for a while and comes back as Butterfly. Will Butterfly and Worm still be friends? Ready-to-Read Graphics books give readers the perfect introduction to the graphic novel format with easy-to-follow panels, speech bubbles with accessible vocabulary, and sequential storytelling that is spot-on for beginning readers. There's even a how-to guide for reading graphic novels at the beginning of each book.

The arrival of a mysterious box sets off a battle for control of the house in this hilarious rhyming Level 1 Ready-to-Read from Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning author-illustrator Kaz Windness When a recently delivered package opens to reveal a vacuum, the house cat's hair stands on end What can be done about this newcomer? Young readers will be sucked into this lively tale of the timeless struggle between cat and vacuum.

The arrival of a mysterious box sets off a battle for control of the house in this hilarious rhyming Level 1 Ready-to-Read from Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning author-illustrator Kaz Windness When a recently delivered package opens to reveal a vacuum, the house cat's hair stands on end What can be done about this newcomer? Young readers will be sucked into this lively tale of the timeless struggle between cat and vacuum.

Dinos of all shapes and sizes gather at the starting line for a big race in this adorable rhyming Level 1 Ready-to-Read from Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning author-illustrator Kaz Windness. Rolling reptiles, in your places Time to start the Dino Races When you hear the whistle blow... Dino Racers, GO GO GO It's an exciting day when a group of dinosaurs decide to race...but which dinosaur will come in first place? Readers will be charmed by the absolutely adorable illustrations, and this hilarious rhyming story.

Dinos of all shapes and sizes gather at the starting line for a big race in this adorable rhyming Level 1 Ready-to-Read from Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning author-illustrator Kaz Windness. Rolling reptiles, in your places Time to start the Dino Races When you hear the whistle blow... Dino Racers, GO GO GO It's an exciting day when a group of dinosaurs decide to race...but which dinosaur will come in first place? Readers will be charmed by the absolutely adorable illustrations, and this hilarious rhyming story.

A squid wants to dress in the latest fashion--if only he could find some clothes--in this hilarious Level 1 Ready-to-Read from Theodore Geisel Honor-winning author-illustrator Kaz Windness Two shoes. FLIP-FLOP One shirt. Tank top Nice pants. Kid gone? Squid puts clothes on When a fashion-seeking squid spies some abandoned clothing on a boat, he feels his time has come at last He takes the clothes to try on, but when their owner returns, a deal must be struck

A squid wants to dress in the latest fashion--if only he could find some clothes--in this hilarious Level 1 Ready-to-Read from Theodore Geisel Honor-winning author-illustrator Kaz Windness Two shoes. FLIP-FLOP One shirt. Tank top Nice pants. Kid gone? Squid puts clothes on When a fashion-seeking squid spies some abandoned clothing on a boat, he feels his time has come at last He takes the clothes to try on, but when their owner returns, a deal must be struck

Bitsy meets a new nonspeaking student at school and learns the importance of being a star teammate and friend in this sequel to the “darling” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) Bitsy Bat, School Star from Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor–winning author-illustrator Kaz Windness.Bitsy Bat is a star student and the only fantastic flier at Crittercrawl Elementary…until a new nonspeaking student named Enzo Owl arrives and outflies her during recess. Bitsy worries her friends won’t think she’s special anymore, so she’s determined to beat Enzo in the upcoming Critter Games and prove she’s the better flier. But when her friend Mo needs help during the race, Bitsy must choose between winning and being a star teammate. And while she’s at it, she just might discover that making a new friend is more special than any trophy. This sequel to Bitsy Bat, School Star is told from an autistic perspective and celebrates how our differences make each of us shine brightly on our own and as part of a team.

Best friends Worm and Butterfly must spend time apart in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read Graphics book--the sequel to Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book Worm and Caterpillar Are Friends. Worm and Butterfly are best friends. Worm says best friends stick together, but Butterfly has to fly somewhere warm for winter. Can they still be friends when they are far apart? Ready-to-Read Graphics books give readers the perfect introduction to the graphic novel format with easy-to-follow panels, speech bubbles with accessible vocabulary, and sequential storytelling that is spot-on for beginning readers. There's even a how-to guide for reading graphic novels at the beginning of each book.

Best friends Worm and Butterfly must spend time apart in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read Graphics book--the sequel to Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book Worm and Caterpillar Are Friends. Worm and Butterfly are best friends. Worm says best friends stick together, but Butterfly has to fly somewhere warm for winter. Can they still be friends when they are far apart? Ready-to-Read Graphics books give readers the perfect introduction to the graphic novel format with easy-to-follow panels, speech bubbles with accessible vocabulary, and sequential storytelling that is spot-on for beginning readers. There's even a how-to guide for reading graphic novels at the beginning of each book.

¡Tres críticas con estrella! Un pequeño murciélago lucha por encajar, pero termina celebrado sus diferencias en este «encantador libro para todos los niños, especialmente para aquellos con autismo» (Kirkus Reviews, crítica con estrella) de la autora e ilustradora Kaz Windness, ganadora del Premio Theodor Seuss Geisel. Bitsy Murciélago: estrella escolar es un libro sobre ir a la escuela, hacer amigos, y ver lo único y especial en cada persona.Bitsy es un pequeño murciélago que sueña con hacer amigos en su nueva escuela. Pero cuando llega, Bitsy siente que no encaja. Los otros niños se sientan en sus sillas, pero Bitsy se marea al sentarse derecha. Los otros niños pintan con los dedos, pero Bitsy prefiere usar los dedos de los pies. Todo el mundo le dice a Bitsy que está haciendo las cosas mal, mal, mal. Bitsy se esfuerza por hacer las cosas mejor... y acaba teniendo una crisis de cinco estrellas. Ahora Bitsy se siente una estrella muy pequeña y no quiere volver a la escuela. Pero con la ayuda de su familia, Bitsy se arma de valor, idea un nuevo plan y descubre que ser una buena amiga es una de las tantas cosas que la hacen brillar. El libro incluye una página con más información sobre el autismo, lo que lo convierte en «un recurso especialmente útil para todos los niños» (BookPage, crítica con estrella).