Samantha Berger

A single act of kindness can lead to a zillion! Whether it be donating your blanket, giving hugs, offering help, or volunteering, there are so many ways to be kind. This is the perfect book to read aloud at home or in the classroom to spark conversations about simple acts of kindness. With durable board book pages and approachable, kid-friendly language, this book offers a thoughtful and fun read-aloud experience that young children will enjoy again and again. This book is crafted by childhood experts to promote strong social and emotional skills, strengthen early maths skills, and build positive associations with reading.

From acclaimed author and three-time Emmy-nominated writer Samantha Berger and rising star illustrator Neha Rawat comes a hilarious and heartwarming story that follows a young girl as she learns that her new stepmother might not be as evil or wicked as she originally seems. Perfect for newly blended families and a celebration of stepmothers and stepchildren everywhere!When I first met my stepmother, I was a little suspicious. All stepmothers are supposed to be wicked! Evil! Downright B-A-D BAD! Or at least, that’s what the stories say. So I thought I knew just what to expect from mine.But my stepmother didn’t seem to be any of those things. She helped me paint my room. She left me notes in my lunchbox. She baked my favorite lemon squares. Is it possible I might have been wrong about stepmothers?

When a drawing of a little girl comes to life, she doesn't want to be erased, or put into a picture that doesn't feel like her. Instead, she decides to speak up in a powerful way. And she has some words of advice: embrace what you have, love yourself, and "rock what ya got." In this joyful expression of self-love by author Samantha Berger (What If..., Crankenstein), a young girl's resounding declaration offers a timeless lesson, reminding readers of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities that it's okay to be yourself. Bold illustrations from Kerascoët (Malala's Magic Pencil) bring the engaging story to life.

A long, long time ago, before email and texting, the mail was delivered in a much slower way-it was called Snail Mail (because some thought it was delivered by a snail). Although it took much longer, everyone agreed that letters were a little more special when they were delivered by Snail Mail. They might be handwritten. They might include a drawing. They might even contain a surprise inside One such letter was sent by a Girl to the Boy she loved, and it was up to four special snails to deliver her card across the country. The snails trek across the country-through desert heat and dangerous blizzards, across mountains and plains, through cities and forests-and along the way, they find that taking time to slow down and look around makes the journey all the more beautiful. Snail Mail's playful and educational story encourages kids to have slow living, and to approach life with determination and wonder. Julia Patton's rich illustrations showcase America's diverse terrain and national monuments from coast to coast. Kids and parents alike will delight in this celebration of America's beauty and the power of a simple handwritten letter.

In this gentle and uplifting picture book, readers will find the inspiration to set aside their worries and refocus on all that is good. Sometimes, at night, when we get into bed, All these big feelings swell up in our heads. The world seems too big, and we seem too small. Our hearts can feel so overwhelmed by it all. With imaginative illustrations and lyrical language, each page encourages readers to recognise the beauty surrounding them. From the air that fills our lungs to the laughter that unites us, each letter becomes a vehicle for appreciating the world. Perfect for bedtime reflections, G is for Gratitude, offers a meditative practice and meaningful introduction to mindfulness.

Count down from 10 to 1 and discover the many ways to make the world a kinder place—whether it be through delivering biscuits to a new neighbour, sharing toys, or saying “I love you” to Grandma and Grandpa. This is the perfect book to read aloud at home or in the classroom to spark conversations about simple acts of kindness. With durable board book pages and approachable, kid-friendly language, this book offers a thoughtful and fun read-aloud experience that young children will enjoy again and again. This book has been crafted by childhood experts to promote strong social and emotional skills, strengthen early maths skills, and build positive associations with reading.

An ordinary kid becomes Crankenstein on the most lovey-dovey, yuckiest day of the year: Valentine's Day. Cheesy cards, allergy-inducing bouquets, and heart-shaped everything? YECHHHH! It's enough to turn anyone into a monster!In this third entry into the beloved Crankenstein series, see if our grumpy little hero can make a sour day sweet and find a little love in his heart!Don't miss the other books about Crankenstein!CrankensteinTrick or Treat, Crankenstein

The Gnumans are moving And they are in for quite an adventure. Packed with hilarious details, larger-than-life characters and endless amounts of kindness, this zany read-aloud story reimagines classic search-and-find kids books with a whole new world of fun. With its focus on kindness, friendship and community, this storybook makes a perfect gift for kids ages 4-8. * A NYT Wirecutter Pick * The Gnumans, a family of gnus, aren't sure how they will feel about their new home. After a rocky move to Kindness County, they discover that their new neighbors have BIG plans for them. Young ones will laugh out loud as the family and the narrator try to keep up with an itinerary that only keeps getting bigger and more exciting Throughout, readers will look for Otto the sharing otter, Hildey the helpful hippo, Pl cido the polite-y-osaurus, the Grati-Dude and many more kind critters on every page. Searching for and finding each of these characters' acts of kindness makes this book a unique search-and-find story adventure. And with so much to look for, readers will discover new details every time they return to this book. Find the Kind offers a thoughtful and fun read-aloud experience that young children will love. It's the perfect book to spark conversations at home or in the classroom about the concepts of friendship, empathy and kindness. Highlights children's books are crafted by childhood experts to promote strong social and emotional skills and build positive associations with reading from an early age.

Monster searches for the just-right pair of underwear in this hilarious, rhyming read-aloud THESE are my undies A sweet work of art UH-OH My undies They just fell apart So WHAT if monster's undies are torn or the elastic's completely outworn? Sure, they are a little small but he is JUST FINE with them, thank you very much But when his beloved undies fall apart, what's a little monster to do? Mommy monster will take him shopping of course... and it's not going to be easy to find the perfect pair With hilarious rhymes from the bestselling author of Crankenstein, Samatha Berger, and bright, irresistible illustrations from Tad Carpenter, this rollicking read-aloud will have little ones doing the undie dance

This year, Crankenstein's favorite day of all has gone rotten! Creepy-cool costumes, super-scary jack-o'-lanterns, and wicked loads of candy have been RUINED by costume disasters, pumpkin-carving nightmares, and a terribly untimely toothache! MEHHRRRR!!! Can Halloween be saved, or will today turn into the crankiest Halloween in history?Whether readers are being introduced to the character of Crankenstein for the first time or they're already fans of the hilarious first two titles by Samantha Berger and bestselling, Caldecott-winning artist Dan Santat, even the grumpiest kiddos will cheerfully gobble up a bucket full of delicious laughs in this follow-up to Crankenstein and A Crankenstein Valentine.

From the creators of Back to School with Bigfoot comes a hilarious story about Bigfoot's little sibling Bigfoot has always wanted a little brother and is in for a surprise when his parents return home from the hospital with a sister. He is not happy about this at first, and builds a robot brother to do everything he wanted to do with his little brother. But soon he learns that sisters can be just as cool as brobots... maybe even better.

From A to Z, this hardcover storybook shows young children how they can make the world a kinder place.Through vibrant illustrations and age-appropriate language, this 26-page book will encourage kids 2-5 to be their best selves wherever they go. Showcasing a diverse cast of children, the ABCs of Kindness board book demonstrates how kindness makes us strong through everyday acts of kindness, inclusion and generosity-whether it be donating blankets to the animal shelter, helping with chores or standing up for what's right. It's the perfect read-aloud feelings book to spark conversations at home or in the classroom about the concepts of empathy and compassion.The ABCs of Kindness board book features:Durable cardstock pagesApproachable, kid-friendly languageThoughtful and fun experiencesThis kindness book is crafted by childhood experts to promote strong social and emotional skills and build positive associations with reading.For over 75 years, Highlights has inspired children to become Curious, Creative, Caring and Confident individuals. With books of kindness for kids that encourage thinking, creativity and self-expression, Highlights helps kids build essential skills, all while having fun.

A celebration of EVERY grandma's glamorous ways -- and the special love that glam-mas share with everything they do "Glam-mas don't just come over... they make a grand entrance Glam-mas don't just celebrate holidays... they celebrate everything Glam-mas don't just carry a purse... they carry a treasure chest "A joyful celebration of grandmothers who are young at heart, adventurous, and find a bit of glamour in everything they do. Whether these glam-mas are building sandcastles, riding with dolphins, or turning blankets into reading forts and super capes, they live each day with a playful spirit -- just like their grandchildren.From the writer of Crankenstein and the illustrator of Birdie's Big-Girl Shoes comes a playful and heartwarming ode to grandmas and grandchildren everywhere... because there's nothing more glamorous than being a grandma.

Creativity, the power of imagination, and the importance of self-expression are celebrated in this inspiring picture book written and illustrated by real-life best friends.This girl is determined to express herself! If she can't draw her dreams, she'll sculpt or build, carve or collage. If she can't do that, she'll turn her world into a canvas. And if everything around her is taken away, she'll sing, dance, and dream...Stunning mixed media illustrations, lyrical text, and a breathtaking gatefold conjure powerful magic in this heartfelt affirmation of art, imagination, and the resilience of the human spirit.

A hilarious read-aloud rhyming undie romp with a most surprising END These are my undies A sweet work of art Uh-oh My undies They just fell apart.Monster is JUST FINE with his old undies, thank you very much. But when his undies fall apart, what's a monster to do? His mommy takes him shopping, of course But finding the perfect pair of undies is not going to be easy. . . Come on already Can't you just see?There are no new undiesjust right for me.Uh-oh Will monster ever find the perfect pair of undies? With hilarious rhymes from the celebrated author of Crankenstein, Samantha Berger, and bright and innovative illustrations from Tad Carpenter, this bouncy tale of self-reliance is full of warmth and humor. "Sheer monstrous fun." --Briana Shemroske, Booklist

A pirate-themed, toilet-training 8x8 that is fit for the little swashbuckler in your life Every pirate needs his captain's chair and this 8x8 with a perfed captain's hat and reward stickers is perfect for the little pirate learning to use the potty for the first time With a helpful, step-by-step story that introduces boys to the concept of toilet training, Pirate Potty is an adventurous lesson that everyone needs to learn.

A princess-themed, toilet-training 8x8 that is fit for the Royal Highness in your life Every princess needs her throne and this 8x8 with a perfed tiara with reward stickers is perfect for the little princess learning to use the potty for the first time With a helpful, step-by-step story that introduces girls to the concept of toilet training, Princess Potty is a royal lesson that everyone needs to learn.

It's December, and you know what that means: Christmas is nigh! But this year, the North Pole is in for a surprise. Never in the history of this most joyous of holidays has poop been so popular . . . and children from all over have poop-ified their wish lists. When news reaches Santa Claus, the venerable saint of the season, he declares Christmas has officially gone down the toilet! Luckily, Mrs. Claus and the rest of the North Pole haven't lost their humour. And with a bit of convincing - and a strategically placed whoopie cushion - they believe Santa can be convinced that Christmas is not only a time for peace, joy, and love, but also for laughter. A Very Merry Poop Christmas is the pitch perfect potty humour filled follow up to the successful The Great Big Poop Party, just in time for the holidays!

A beautifully illustrated rhyming story about spring.The robin told the rabbit...The rabbit told the deer...The deer told the duck...Then all the birds began to singTo tell the bears, "Wake up, it's spring "Samantha Berger and Pamela Chanko's breezy rhyming text and Melissa Sweet's charming watercolor illustrations spread the news that spring is here This is a board book edition of a book originally published in the Hello Reader line.