Greg Paprocki

This retelling of Agatha Christie's The Mystery of the Blue Train is the second book in the Mini Mysteries series of interactive picture book mysteries for children.The Mystery of the Blue Train is one of Agatha Christie's early detective novels (a cozy mystery--no violence or gore), and where she continues to use the fictional detective Hercule Poirot as a major character. The story, set on a train bound for the French Riviera, is a true who-done-it full of mysterious characters, missing jewels, and teasing clues. Monson's retelling of the original book captures the plot and distills it in a way that is fun for children, gently ushering them into the literary world of Christie's mysteries. Along with the story, there are activities, games, and puzzles throughout to help with children's engagement, and might just foster a few budding detectives.There is also a glossary of terms and French words.

Learn with your toddler from A to Z all about different kinds of cats and their unique personalities.A fun collection of illustrations for young readers featuring various personalities and CATittudes found in pet cats of all colors, shapes, and sizes that toddlers might see in their own homes, those of family and friends, or on TV. Little ones will get a kick out meeting cats who are aloof or maybe grumpy. There are friendly, playful, and inquisitive cats, and others who are elegant or even a little vain. And don't forget about that klutzy one looking all silly as can be Another delightful BabyLit alphabet board book featuring Greg Paprocki's classically retro mid-century art style that's proven to be a hit with both young children and adults.Also available: D is for DogsSome CatsSome Dogs

Learn with your toddler from A to Z all about different kinds of dogs and their funny doggy behaviors.A fun collection of illustrations for young readers featuring a variety of dog breeds--ranging from large to tiny--that toddlers might see in their neighborhoods or on TV. These cute-as-can-be dogs--athletic dogs playing in the park, wet dogs shaking off water, sleepy dogs taking naps, hungry dogs having a snack, and more antics--will make toddlers laugh and smile. Another delightful BabyLit alphabet board book featuring Greg Papriocki's classically retro mid-century art style that's proven to be a hit with both young children and adults.

Introduce your brilliant baby to the ABCs with this colorfully illustrated primer about the joys of Easter. In the latest alphabet primer from artist Greg Paprocki, Easter and the rites of spring are celebrated with Paprocki's wonderful colorful and vintage-looking illustrations. Your toddlers can enjoy illustrations of such things as the Easter Bunny, baskets overflowing with candy, children decorating Easter eggs, an Easter egg hunt, and beautiful springtime flowers. Part of the BabyLit Alphabet Series. Greg Paprocki works full-time as an illustrator and book designer. In addition to illustrating several Curious George books, he's provided illustrations for a number of books for Gibbs Smith, including A Is for Atom, S Is for Santa, B Is for Boo, S Is for School, and The Big Book of Superheroes. He began his career as an advertising art director after studying fine art and graphic design at the University of Nebraska. He lives in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Celebrate all things Hanuakkah in this A to Z primer . . . Introduce your little one to the Festival of Lights in this fun collection of twenty-six illustrations featuring Hanukkah-themed concepts, such as latkes, gelt, the menorah, and of course dreidels. Greg Paprocki works full-time as an illustrator and book designer. In addition to illustrating several Curious George books, he's provided illustrations for A Is for Atom, S Is for Santa, B Is for Boo, and The Big Book of Superheroes. He began his career as an advertising art director after studying fine art and graphic design at the University of Nebraska.

From the creators of BabyLit, a Christmas board book for infants and toddlers, to evoke the wonder of Christmas. A collection of twenty-six illustrations featuring colorful Christmas-themed concepts sure to evoke a sense of wonderment for toddlers and nostalgia for parents, including Christmas carolers, kids playing in the snow, toys piled high under the tree, sparkling decorations and lights, flying reindeer, the gift of giving, more toys, and of course jolly ol' St. Nick and his elves. Greg Paprocki works full-time as an illustrator and book designer. He has illustrated several Curious George books, as well as The Big Book of Superheroes for Gibbs Smith. He began his career as an advertising art director after studying fine art and graphic design at the University of Nebraska.

Venture into the great outdoors of the United States and introduce little readers to the National Parks for the first time Did you know the Colorado Plateau covers a region made up of four ecosystems? Situated in Utah, Zion National Park is a geologically unique region of the United States. Glimpse Zion's colorful sandstone canyons, high plateaus, and rock towers--and more--in Zion National Park In each book in the series, young readers will discover a mini guidebook that includes: Unique park features Wildlife and weather Scenic views Park history and original peoples And more fun park activities Little ones will be ready to guide your next road trip from the back seat in no time With art from iconic illustrator Greg Paprocki (Baby's Classics), the new You Are Here series of travel guide primers for little ones promises to start the family on a cross-country adventure Where will you go next?

Venture into the great outdoors of the United States and introduce little readers to the National Parks for the first time Did you know Olympic National Park is home to not one but three different ecosystems? Situated in Washington state, the Olympic National Park covers nearly one million acres, which includes ecosystems like glaciated mountains, the Pacific coastline, and temperate forests. Learn all about the United States' very own Mt. Olympus--and more--in You Are Here : Olympic National Park In each book in the You Are Here series, young readers will discover a mini guidebook that includes: Unique park features Wildlife and weather Scenic views Park history and original peoples And more fun park activities Little ones will be ready to guide your next road trip from the backseat in no time With art from iconic illustrator Greg Paprocki (BabyLit, Baby's Classics), this series of national park primers for little ones promises to start the family on a cross-country adventure Where will you go next?

This retelling of Agatha Christie's The Mysterious Affair at Styles is the first in a series of interactive picture book mysteries for children.The Mysterious Affair at Styles is Agatha Christie's first detective novel (a cozy mystery--no violence or gore), and where she introduces her fictional detective Hercule Poirot. The story, set in England during World War I, is a true who-done-it full of mysterious characters and teasing clues. Monson's retelling of the original book captures the plot and distills it in a way that is fun for children, gently ushering them into the literary world of Christie's mysteries. Along with the story, there are activities, games, and puzzles throughout to help with children's engagement, and might just foster a few budding detectives.There is also a glossary of terms and French words.

Imaginary creatures from the land, forests, and underwater introduce toddlers to characters of folklore and literature, where monsters were born.These hobgoblins and other imaginary creatures are too cute to be scary Names like Quinotar, ogre, and rougarou, along with the more common vampire, witch, and Yeti will be as fun to say as the pictures are to point at. Ideal for reading aloud to a toddler.Illustrator Greg Paprocki's popular BabyLit alphabet board books feature his classically retro mid-century art style that's proven to be a hit with both toddlers and adults.