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Vegetables in Underwear

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Lullaby and Kisses Sweet

Sniff! Sniff!

Whose t ools?

Pant one: S ticker Book with Posters

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dog Beach Unleashed

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Under a Pig t ree

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Grandma in Blue with r ed h at

t he monkey and the Bee

t he t hing a bout Spring

f irst f light a round the World

Lovey Bunny

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maritcha

Ballots for Belva

Black elks Vision

Plutos Secret

me, f rida

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MoMAAmulet Paperbacks

The Strange Case of Origami Yoda

The Night Gardener

Poop Fountain!: The Qwikpick Papers

Dorko the Magnificen

The Popularity Papers Book Six

Welcome to Dog Beach

My Basmati Bat Mitzvah

Time out of Time Book One

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Hurry Up and Wait

Jake Makes a World

A Railway ABC

A Dog Day

Little Big Boubo

Hippu

Madame Sonia Delaunay

Tate Kids Modern Art Activity Book

London Calls

The Five of Us

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Drawing Is Magic

Adventure Time

Babys First Year Photo Gallery

Block City

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Grard Lo M

onacoThere is an artistic

adventure waiting for you inside this book! Keep your eyes peeled for dancing circles, slithering snakes, and a smiling crocodile. Madame Sonia Delauany will show you the way...

A pop-up book based on artworks by modern artist Sonia Delaunay.

Not suitable for children under three years old reading unsupervised.UK 12.99 US $19.95 CAN $21.95

ISBN 978-1-84976-334-9

Grard Lo Monaco

UK 7.99 US $13.95 CAN $14.95

ISBN 978-1-84976-266-3

On the cover: Art from Vegetables in Underwear (front) and The Terrible Two (back). Contents pages, left to right: First row: Art from Vegetables in Underwear. Middle row: Art from Mini Myths: Brush Your Hair, Medusa!; Trombone Shorty; I Had a Favorite Hat; Frank Einstein and the Electro-Finger; and The Strange Case of Origami Yoda. Bottom row: Mini Myths: Make a Wish, Midas!; Grandma in Blue with Red Hat; The Terrible Two; Nathan Hales Hazardous Tales; Hurry Up and Wait; Hippu; A Railway ABC; and Madame Sonia Delaunay. Page 2, clockwise from top left: Art from Vegetables in Underwear; Mini Myths: Brush Your Hair, Medusa!; In; Lullaby and Kisses Sweet; Rhymoceros; and Whose Tools? Page 15, clockwise from top left: Art from I Had a Favorite Hat; Grandma in Blue with Red Hat; Lovey Bunny; The Monkey and the Bee; The Thing About Spring; and Trombone Shorty. Page 31, clockwise from top left: Art from Dr. Critchlores School for Minions; Time out of Time: The Telling Stone; The Terrible Two; Nathan Hales Hazardous Tales; Frank Einstein and the Electro-Finger; and The Terrible Two. Page 51, clockwise from top left: Art from My Basmati Bat Mitzvah; The Strange Case of Origami Yoda; Welcome to Dog Beach; The Qwikpick Papers: Poop Fountain!; Time out of Time: Beyond the Door; and The Night Gardener. Page 61, clockwise from top left: Art from Madame Sonia Delaunay; Tate Kids Modern Activity Book; A Railway ABC; Hurry Up and Wait; Little Big Boubo; and London Calls!

Front cover and pp. 45: 2014 Jared Chapman; back cover and pp. 3233: 2014 Kevin Cornell; p. 6: author photo 2014 Heather Long; p. 9: Toni Buzzeos author photo 2014 Sasha Salzberg, Jim Datzs author photo 2014 Kikuko Usuyama; p. 12: Leslie Patricellis author photo 2014 Caroline Woodham; p. 16: author photo 2014 Joe del Tufo; p. 34: 2014 Dan Santat; pp. 3537: 2014 Jeff Kinney; pp. 3839: 2014 Brian Biggs; p. 40: 2014 Frank Cammuso; p. 41: 2014 Eric Colossal; p. 4243: Nathan Hale; p. 44: 2014 Joe Sutphin; p. 45: illustrations 2014 Jen Wang, photographs 2014 Jonathan Beckerman; p. 46: 2014 Anna Bron, author photo 2014 Mark S. Johnson; p. 47: 2014 Vincent Chong; p. 48: 2014 Victo Ngai; p. 49: 2014 Manchester Daily Express/SSPL/Getty Images; p. 50: 2014 Vivienne To; pp. 5253: illustrations 2014 Jason Rosenstock, photographs 2014 Tom Angleberger; p. 54: 2014 Patrick Arrasmith; p. 55: illustrations 2014 Jen Wang, photographs 2014 Shutterstock; p. 56: 2014 Nathan Hale; p. 57: 2014 Amy Ignatow; p. 58: 2014 Vivenne To; p. 59: 2014 Jonathan Beckerman; p. 60: 2014 Victo Ngai; p. 62, all illustrations (including author photos): 2014 Maira Kalman; p. 62, photograph in center, left: Philip Fein, American, 19121994, Three Kids and a Sled. c. 1940, 9 1/8 x 10 1/2 (23.2 x 26.7 cm), 2014 The Museum of Modern Art; p. 62, photograph in center, bottom right: Helen Levitt, American, 19132009, New York. 1982, 9 9/16 x 6 7/16 (24.3 x 16.4 cm), Gift of Marvin Hoshino in memory of Ben Maddow, 2014 The Estate of Helen Levitt; p. 63, top image: Casein tempera on hardboard, 12 x 18 in. (30.5 x45.7 cm). The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Gift of Mrs. David M.Levy, 1942. 2014 Jacob Lawrence; p. 63, bottom image: Caseintempera on hardboard, 12 x 18 in. (30.5 x 45.7 cm). The Museum of ModernArt, New York. Gift of Mrs. David M. Levy, 1942. 2014 Jacob Lawrence. p. 66, author photo at top 2014 Ian Scigliuzzi, author photo at bottom 2014 Tommi Tuomi.

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On the cover: Art from Vegetables in Underwear (front) Underwear (front) Underwear and The TerribleBrush Your Hair, Your Hair, Your Medusa!; Trombone Shorty; I Had I Had I a Had a Had Favorite HatGrandma in Blue with Red Hat Red Hat Red ; The Terrible Two; Nathan Hales Hazardousfrom Vegetables in Underwear; Mini Myths:Mini Myths:Mini Brush Your Hair, Your Hair, Your Medusa!Hat; Grandma in Blue with Red Hat Red Hat Red ; Lovey BunnyLovey BunnyLovey ; The Monkey and Monkey and Monkey

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In Janik Coats much-anticipated follow-up to Hippopposites, a blue rhinoceros unabashedly

demonstrates 16 pairs of rhyming words. His ability to appear stinky and inky, or caring and

daring, oftentimes lands him in compromising contexts. Fortunately, he doesnt seem to mind.

Surprising novelty features such as gold foil stamping and flocking enhance this unique, gifty, high-

design concept board book.

Janik Coat is an author, illustrator, and graphic designer. She works extensively with

agencies, collectives, and various French publishers. She is a frequent guest speaker at

fine art schools and regularly exhibits her work in galleries. She lives in Paris.

Accolades and praise

for Hippopposites

ALA-ALSC Notable

Childrens Book

Coat blends a quirky

sensibility with a slick

visual aesthetic . . . Its

an excellent (and fun)

vehicle through which

to demonstrate the

concept. Publishers

Weekly (starred review)

This is a marvelous

introduction to

linguistic nuance for

the very young. Wall

Street Journal

Nicely done and a perfect

gift, your favorite little one

will love this book. KIWI

A distinctive offering

stands out in the

crowded field of

concept contenders.

Kirkus Reviews

Rhymoceros BY JANIK COAT

A visually clever book of rhymes for early learners and discerning parents Follow-up to Hippopposites:

Building on the success of Coats

first book, this second title will

surprise and engage readers with

innovative, smart content

Distinguished art and design:

An attention-grabbing cover

and consistently extraordinary

interior set this apart from other

concept books on the market

Important yet underpublished

concept: Although rhyming is

popular for this age group and a

vital preliteracy skill, surprisingly

few concept books center around

pairs of rhyming words

Diff rentiating content: Coat

cleverly broadens the scope with

unexpected, often silly rhymes

such as chilly/frilly, shade/

lemonade, and mossy/glossy

Novelty features: Smartly

integrated flo king, foil,

embossing, and spot UV offer

engaging surprises that bring the

content to life

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Full-color illustrations

36 pages, 8 8"

Board book

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AGES 2 TO 4

BOARD BOOK

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HippoppositesISBN 978-1 -41 97-01 51 -1US $1 4.95 CAN $1 6.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0151-1

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Rhymoceros6-copy mixed counter display3 copies Rhymoceros3 copies HippoppositesISBN 978-1 -41 97-1 705-5 US $89.70 CAN $10 1 .70ISBN 978-1-4197-1705-5

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Vegetables in Underwear BY JARED CHAPMAN

Kids love underwear: Picture

books featuring underwear are

top sellers and popular reads for

this age group

Popular art style: Chapmans

animation-infl enced art style

boasts an appeal similar to that

of Bob Shea, Mo Willems, and

other of the moment artists

Pitch-perfect humor: This book

plays perfectly to the humor of

preschoolers

Glorification of veggies:

Encourages healthy food choices

in an indirect, humorous way

Up-and-coming star: Chapmans

first picture book (for slightly

older kids) was just published

by Little, Brown in fall 2014, with

another coming in fall 2015

ISBN 978-1 -41 97-1 464-1US $1 4.95 CAN $1 6.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1464-1

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40 pages, 8 8"

h ardcover with jacket

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AGES 2 TO 5

PICTURE BOOK

A bunch of friendly vegetables wear colorful underwear of all varietiesbig, small, clean, dirty,

serious, and funnydemonstrating for young ones the silliness and necessity of this item of clothing.

The unexpectedness of vegetables in their unmentionables is enough to draw giggles, but the pride

with which the big kid attire is flaunted in front of the baby carrots in diapers will tickle readers of

all ages. With rhyming text that begs to be chanted aloud and art that looks good enough to eat, this

vibrant story will encourage preschoolers to celebrate having left those diapers behind!

Jared Chapman was born in Louisiana, grew up in Texas, went to college in Georgia,

lived in Austin, and now calls the piney woods of northeast Texas his home. He and his

young brood prefer silly underwear to serious, and broccoli to celery.

Vegetables in Underwear6-copy counter displayISBN 978-1 -41 97-1 706-2US $89.70 CAN $10 1 .70ISBN 978-1-4197-1706-2

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Geisel Awardwinning author:

Ethan Long is the recipient of

the 2013 Theodor Seuss Geisel

Award for his picture book Up,

Tall and High

First in a series: This book

launches Ethan Longs first-ever

original board book series, with

two more animal sounds titles

to follow: Thank You! and Good

Night!

Popular themes: The series

showcases strong themes for this

age group: first words, animal

sounds, and rhymes!

ISBN 978-1 -41 97-1 365-1US $7.95 CAN $8.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1365-1

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A string of comically stylized animals greet each other in masterfully rhyming coupletsan owls

hoo is answered by a cows moo; a crows caw is returned with a donkeys hee-hawall leading

up to the hi! and good-bye! of a human toddler and his mom! The fi st in a brand-new board book

series on animal (and human) fi st words by award-winning author and illustrator Ethan Long.

ethan l ong is an award-winning author and illustrator of more than 65 childrens books,

as well as the creator of the Emmy-nominated series Tasty Time with ZeFronk on Playhouse

Disney. Ethan won the 2013 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award for his picture book Up, Tall

and High. He lives with his wife, author Heather Long, and their three children in

Orlando, Florida.

Hi! BY ETHAN LONG

Animals greet each other with rhyming sounds in this original board book from acclaimed author/illustrator Ethan Long


20 pages, 7 7"

Board book

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AGES 0 TO 2

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Beloved childrens poet and anthologizer Lee Bennett Hopkins has produced more than 100

volumes of poetry throughout his illustrious career, but Lullaby and Kisses Sweet is his fi st collection

geared toward babies and toddlers. Featuring 30 original poems by esteemed childrens writers like

Jane Yolen, Marilyn Singer, and J. Patrick Lewis, the book introduces the youngest readers to loving

rhymes in a playful, accessible way.

This beautifully designed casebound board book is organized into five themesFamily, Food,

Firsts, Playtime, and Bedtimewhile cuddly, anthropomorphized animals make the poems friendly

and relatable. Lullaby and Kisses Sweet fosters the love of poetry and is the perfect gift for babies,

toddlers, and their poetry-loving parents.

l ee Bennett Hopkins has published 100 books of poetry, including City I

Love and Behind the Museum Door. He lives in Cape Coral, Florida.

Alyssa Nassner is an illustrator and hand letterer based in New York City.

She is the illustrator of the Montessori series for Abrams.

Lullaby and Kisses SweetPo EmS To Lo VE w ITH Yo UR BABY

BY LEE BENNET T HOPKINS I LLUSTR ATED BY ALYSSA NASSNER

An original collection to introduce babies to the love of poetry!

Innovative format: w hile

there are many themed poetry

collections for children, very few

are geared toward toddlers

o riginal poems: Features 30

original poems by the celebrated

childrens poets of today

Gifty design: The perfect gift for

baby showers and first birthdays

Cuddly illustrations: The cozy

and bright animal-themed

illustrations help introduce the

youngest readers to poetry

ISBN 978-1 -41 97-1 037-7US $1 5.95 CAN $1 7.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1037-7

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44 pages, 6 8"

Casebound board book

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PUB MONTH: MAr CH

CARTON QTY: 16

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AGES 0 TO 3

BOARD BOOK

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City I LoveISBN 978 -0-81 09-8327-4US $1 6.95 CAN $1 8.95

Behind the Museum DoorISBN 978-0-81 09-1 204-5US $1 6.95 CAN $20.95

ISBN 978-0-8109-8327-4

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ISBN 978-0-8109-1204-5

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Fun guessing game: Thought

bubbles reveal the items the dog

is smelling, allowing the reader to

guess where the dog is heading

next and what the smells add up

to (bacon + pancakes = breakfast)

Clever educational component:

Children can learn more about

their own sense of smell as they

talk about the wide array of

smelly items featured

Visual and verbal literacy:

The simple, repetitious text

and the icon-fi led thought

bubbles make this a book that

pre-readers can enjoy alone

building reading confid nce

l ovable character: Dogs are a

favorite animal with readers, and

this book combines a cuddly

dog character with a fun and

engaging premise

Relatable pet story: Expresses

the joys and frustrations of caring

for a new or mischievous pet

ISBN 978-1 -41 97-1 490-0US $1 4.95 CAN $1 6.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1490-0

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A lively puppy is on the loose, sniffing his way through town and causing mischief! But what is the pup

sniffing? Readers will follow the clues, from bacon and pancakes at breakfast to garbage cans and fire

hydrants in the park, to guess where the dog is running to next. Will he finally find what he is looking for?

Author and illustrator Ryan Sias uses bright, dynamic illustrations and minimal text to create a

delightfully funny story that will have young readers guessing until the very end.

r yan Sias is an illustrator, cartoonist, animator, and puppeteer who has contributed to

Nickelodeon magazine and the Flight series, and has also created storyboards for

Sesame Street, Maya & Miguel, and the film Robots. He lives in New York City.

Sniff! Sniff! BY RYAN S IAS

Follow the clues with an energetic puppy as his nose leads him on an adventure!


32 pages, 9 9"

Hardcover

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AGES 3 TO 7

PICTURE BOOK

CARTON QTY: 35

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This nonfi tion ode to building a house from the ground up features six kinds of craftsmen and the

24 tools they use, accurately labeled. The answer to each inquiring refrain is revealed under a gatefold,

seven in all, engaging the reader in an informative guessing game. With lyrical (and factual!) text by New

York Times bestselling author Toni Buzzeo, and the expertly stylized art of illustrator and designer Jim

Datz, this sturdily constructed board book is perfect for curious and playful young readers.

Toni Buzzeo is the author of the 2013 Caldecott Honor Book and New York

Times bestseller One Cool Friend, as well as many other books for children

A former elementary school librarian and secondary-school teacher, she

now lives with her husband in both Buxton, Maine, and Sarasota, Florida.

Jim Datz is an illustrator and designer known for his screen prints,

decorated apparel, and illustrated home goods. He lives in Brooklyn.

w hose Tools? BY TONI BUzz EO I LLUSTR ATED BY J IM DATz

Learn about the tools used to build a house in this stylish guessing-game board book! New take on a popular theme:

Books on construction and

building are consistently hot

sellers, but this one uniquely

matches tools to craftsmen

Bestselling author: Toni Buzzeo

is the author of One Cool Friend,

a New York Times bestseller and

2013 Caldecott Honor Book

engaging novelty feature: The

gatefolds create a guessing

game that adds interest and

playfulness for young readers

Architect turned illustrator:

Jim Datz went to school for

architecture before pursuing a

career in art and design. Those

studies have paid off in his first

book for children!

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16 pages, 7 7"

Board book with gatefolds

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CARTON QTY: 28

AGES 2 TO 4

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esteemed brand: Trusted by

artists and designers for decades,

this brand is a consumer

products success story. This is

the fi th title in the series

New twist: Defie the typical

color-concept book by exposing

children to a variety of hues

within each color

Play with colors and shapes:

Stickers in different shades,

tones, and shapes allow children

to learn through experimentation

and creation

h igh perceived value: Includes

over 1,000 stickers and six

double-sided pull-out posters!

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Twenty-one pages of stickers and six double-sided pull-out posters will excite children and

PANTONE-loving adults alike! Three of the posters feature simple backgrounds such as wood panels

or bricks to encourage creative muraling, and the other three offer black-line illustrations, inviting

readers to fill them in with color. The stickers come in various shades, tones, and shapes (such as

dots, triangles, illustrated objects, and mini PANTONE color chips), creating unlimited possibilities for

creative readers to go color crazy!

PANTo Ne revolutionized the graphic arts industry with the launch of the PANTONE MATCHING

SYSTEM in 1963, which enabled designers and printers to articulate and reproduce accurate color

anywhere in the world. This system achieved global acceptance and quickly became the standard

in color naming and matching. Today, Pantone serves not only as the premier color consultant and

authority on trends, but as a consumer brand in apparel, housewares, accessories, arts and crafts,

stationery and office, home furnishings, apps, and electronics product lines.

PANTo NE: Sticker Book with Posters

BY PANTONE

Decorate your world with PANTONE color stickers and posters!


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6 double-sided posters

Paperback with novelty

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ACTIVITY BOOK

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Pan t o n e: ColorsISBN 978-1 -41 97-01 80-1US $9.95 CAN $1 0.95

Pan t o n e: Box of ColorISBN 978-1 -41 97-041 9-2US $1 2.95 CAN $1 3.95

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Inside This Book is a tribute to self-publishing in its most pure and endearing form. Three siblings

create three books of their own using blank paper that they bind together (in descending sizes to

match birth order). One siblings work inspires the next, and so on, with each books text and art

mirroring the distinct interests and abilities of its creator. Upon completion of their works, the siblings

put one book inside the other, creating a new book to be read and shared by all!

Barney Saltzberg is an author, illustrator, songwriter, and performer. He has published more

than 30 childrens books in as many years and recorded four CDs of music for children.

Saltzberg also teaches an annual class at UCLA on writing and illustrating picture books.

He has two grown children and lives with his wife and father in Los Angeles.

Awards and praise for

Andrew Drew and Drew

National Parenting

Publications Awards

Gold Winner

Parents Choice Award

Recommended book

Capitol Choices

Noteworthy Book

The magic comes

from the accompanying

artwork . . . Like a

certain boy with a purple

crayon, Andrew knows

that drawing offers

limitless possibilities,

and readers will, too.

Publishers Weekly

Humorous and heartfelt

portrait of a young artist.

Shelf Awareness

Children of all ages

especially those with an

interest in drawingwill

love exploring the pages

of Andrew Drew and

Drew. BookPage

Inside This Book( ARE THREE Boo KS).

BY BARNE Y SALTz BERG

Favorite author Barney Saltzberg celebrates creativity, individuality, and the magic of

books with this innovative format

Unique format: w ith three

different-size books within this

book, Saltzberg has once again

built a groundbreaking format

around the content to offer an

elevated reading experience

Inspires creativity: The premise

and playful narrative showcase

artistic inspiration, individuality,

and creativity without being

heavy-handed

Sibling cooperation: This story

of sibling cooperation, a popular

topic among parents, is a

refreshing break from the more

typical stories of sibling rivalry

Award-winning author/illustrator:

Barney Saltzberg is the author of

more than 30 childrens books,

including Andrew Drew and

Drew, which earned glowing

reviews and was named a

National Parenting Publications

Awards Gold w inner, a Parents

Choice Award Recommended

book, and a Capitol Choices

Noteworthy Book

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Two more classic Greek myths reimagined as modern-day tales for toddlers!

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BE PATIENT, PA

NDORA

!

Pandora knows that she shouldnt open the box . . . but touching it isnt against the rules, right? A mythology-inspired modern-day parable

for the young and young at heart.

If you like PANDORA, youll love HERCULES!

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atricelli

Joan Holub & Leslie PatricelliJoan Holub & Leslie Patricelli Printed in China

115 West 18th StreetNew York, NY 10011

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atricelliPLAY

NICE, H

ERCULES!

Hercules knows hes supposed to play gently with his sister . . . but its so much more fun to be rough!

A mythology-inspired modern-day parable for the young and young at heart.

If you like HERCULES, youll love PANDORA!

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115 West 18th StreetNew York, NY 10011


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PLAY NICE, HERCULES!

Hercules knows hes supposed to play gently with

his sister . . . but its so much more fun to be rough!

A mythology-inspired modern-day parable


If you like HERCULES,

youll love PANDORA!

U.S. $6.95 Can. $7.95 U.K. 4.99

ISBN 978-1-4197-0954-8

Joan Holub & Leslie Patricelli

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Printed in China

115 West 18th Street

New York, NY 10011


Holub/Patricelli

PLAY NICE, HERCULES!

Hercules knows hes supposed to play gently with

his sister . . . but its so much more fun to be rough!

A mythology-inspired modern-day parable


If you like HERCULES,

youll love PANDORA!

U.S. $6.95 Can. $7.95 U.K. 4.99

ISBN 978-1-4197-0954-8


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Genuinely funny and sweet. Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Mini Myths8-copy mixed carton 2 copies Brush Your Hair, Medusa! 2 copies Make a Wish, Midas!2 copies Be Patient, Pandora!2 copies Play n ice, Hercules! ISBN 978-1 -41 97-1 722-2US $55.60 CAN $63.60ISBN 978-1-4197-1722-2

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both books

Medusa refuses to care for her

hair, her long locks getting knottier

and dirtier with each passing page.

Her hair rebellion elicits frozen

expressions of shock from her family,

but nothing will convince Medusa

to brush. Only her hairdresser

approaches Medusa with bravery

and a blade, successfully solving

the problem . . . with a short haircut!

All are pleased with this drastic yet

adorable solution. Leslie Patricellis

depictions of this physical comedy

bring a lively visual narrative to

Joan Holubs expertly focused text.

Includes a summary of the original

Medusas Wild Hair myth at the end.

Two more classic Greek myths reimagined as modern-day tales for toddlers!

Joan h olub is an award-winning, bestselling author of over 130 childrens

books, including the popular series Goddess Girls. She lives in Raleigh,

North Carolina. l eslie Patricelli has published more than 25 books for

children, including Yummy Yucky and other titles in the bestselling Bald

Baby board book series. She lives in Ketchum, Idaho.

BRUSH Yo UR HAIR, MEDUSA!

Bestselling illustrator: Patricellis

distinctly comical illustrations will

appeal to her vast following in

the board book world

expert author: Holub has a

strong author track record in

both Greek mythologybased

books and board books

Greek mythology is hot:

Successful series such as Percy

Jackson and the Goddess

Girls have paved the way for

myth-based books for a younger

audience

Parents appreciate literary

references in books for toddlers:

A refreshingly kid-friendly take

on classic literature, featuring

modern-day parables with a

summary of the original myth at

the end

Series with a presence: Medusa

and Midas join Pandora and

Hercules as the newest additions

to the Mini Myths series

Make a Wish, Midas!ISBN 978-1- 41 97-0952-4US $6.95 CAN $7.95

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Full-color Illustrations

24 pages, 7 7"

Board book

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AGES 1 TO 3

BOARD BOOK

BY JOAN HOLUB I LLUSTR ATED BY LESLIE PATRICELL I

Midas wants everything to

be his favorite coloryellow! He

chooses yellow clothes, eats

yellow foods, and uses only the

yellow paint at his easel. But

when he impulsively paints his

beloved green Dinoboo, Midas

discovers that too much of a good

thing is a big mess! Joan Holubs

carefully crafted text is brought to

life by Leslie Patricellis famously

humorous illustrations. Includes

a summary of the original Midass

Wish myth at the end.

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Beloved artist with distinct point

of view: Nikki mcClures books

about treasuring family and

nature have sold over 125,000

copies and consistently garner

glowing reviews

Champions the hands-on

lifestyle: In lovingly portrays a

day of engaged, imaginative

playtime, without electronics

Spot the giraffe!: A toy giraff

appears in every spread, adding

a fun interactive component

Features a gatefold: o ne of the

final spreads expands for a truly

breathtaking eff ct!

o wl guide included: Readers can

identify dozens of owl species

featured in the illustrations

r ecycled paper: In will be printed

on eco-friendly stock

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For a boy and his toy giraffe, today is the perfect day to stay in. Snug in his pajamas, he reads

books, bakes popovers, and plays with a big wicker basketthat he transforms into a rocket ship to fl

in innerspace. But soon, the outdoors is too tempting to resist, and he takes his wild imagination into

nature. That is, until its time to come inside again.

Illustrated with the gorgeous paper cuts for which Nikki McClure is known, In reminds us of the

essential childhood pleasures found in an engaged day of imaginative play and exploration, without

electronics, scheduled activities, or adults.

Nikki McClure is the author and illustrator of Collect Raindrops; Mama, Is It Summer

Yet?; To Market, To Market; Apple; and How to Be a Cat, and the illustrator of All in a

Day by Cynthia Rylant and May the Stars Drip Down by Jeremy Chatelain. She lives in

Olympia, Washington. Visit her online at nikkimcclure.com.

Praise for Nikki McClures work

New York Times bestseller

Publishers Weekly bestseller

A richly imagined dreamscape

in a feat of paper artistry.

Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

A handsome, effective

piece of bookmaking that

captures the glory of a day

and the possibilities it holds.

Booklist (starred review)

The art is gorgeous . . .

The story is sprinkled with

welcome surprises. New

York Times Book Review

I only want to stay in.

In my pajamas.

Inside.

In. In. In.

Al So AVAIl ABleApple ISBN 978-1- 41 97-0378-2 US $1 2.95 CAN $1 3.95

How to Be a Cat ISBN 978-1 -41 97-0528-1 US $1 6.95 CAN $1 8.95

May the Stars Drip Down ISBN 978-1 -41 97-1 024-7 US $1 7.95 CAN $1 9.95

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ISBN 978-1-4197-1024-7

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In BY N IKK I McCLURE

A boy has the perfect day insideand outsidein New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestselling

author Nikki McClures latest picture book

2-color illustrations

36 pages, 7 10"

Hardcover with jacket

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Hailing from the Trem neighborhood in New Orleans, Troy Trombone Shorty Andrews got his

nickname by wielding a trombone twice as long as he was high. A prodigy, he was leading his own band

by age six, and today this Grammy-nominated artist headlines the legendary New Orleans Jazz Fest.

Along with esteemed illustrator Bryan Collier, Andrews has created a lively picture book

autobiography about how he followed his dream of becoming a musician, despite the odds, until he

reached international stardom. Trombone Shorty is a celebration of the rich cultural history of New

Orleans and the power of music.

Troy Trombone Shorty Andrews is an internationally renowned trombone

and trumpet player who leads his band Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue.

He lives in New Orleans. Bryan Collier is an acclaimed illustrator who has

won three Caldecott Honors and five Coretta Scott King Awards. He lives

in Upstate New York.

Trombone Shorty BY Tr o Y An d r e ws I l lu s Tr ATed BY Br YAn Co l l Ie r

One of the hottest touring

musicians: Troy Trombone

Shorty Andrews has toured with

everyone from Lenny Kravitz to

the Dave Matthews Band. He is

also an accomplished solo artist

who has starred on the HBO

show Treme

National media coverage:

Andrews has been seen on CBS

Evening News, ABC World News,

and other outlets across the

country

Award-winning illustrator: Bryan

Collier has won three Caldecott

Honors, three Coretta Scott King

Honors, and five Coretta Scott

King Awards

Inspiring message: Trombone

Shorty overcame the odds by

practicing his craft until reaching

star status

Charitable role model: Andrews

continues to give back to the

New Orleans community through

school music programs and the

Trombone Shorty Foundation, to

which a portion of his royalties

will be donated

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Strong track record: Palatini has

almost 40 books under her belt.

Her Piggie Pie! was an NCTE

Notable Childrens Book and

named to the NEA Childrens Top

100 Books list

Timely concept: As shown by

successes such as The Day the

Crayons Quit and Battle Bunny,

the market is ready for fresh,

funny meta-narratives that play

with the picture book form

l augh-out-loud funny: The

contrast between Palatinis

no-nonsense text about fi s and

Groeninks clever illustrations of

pigs provide countless moments

of silly humor for kids

Inside look at publishing:

Readers interested in how a book

is made and those already in the

field will get a kick out of this

unfinished book

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The publisher and author of Under a Pig Tree seem to be having communication issues. The

author has written a clear, no-nonsense history of fi s. But the publisher is sure she meant pigs. After

all, whats the difference between two measly letters? What results is a hilarious illustrated history of

pigs, from the earliest times (Pigs were presented as medals to the winners of the fi st Olympics) to

the present day (There is nothing better than enjoying a cup of tea or glass of milk with one of those

famous Pig Newtons). The author, needless to say, is not happy about this little mix-up and makes

her feelings very clearly knownby scrawling all over the book!

With sticky notes from the publisher, angry scribbles from the author, wrinkles, and pages askew,

Under a Pig Tree is a playful peek into a book in midproduction and a humorous look at the conse-

quences of small mistakes, by industry pro Margie Palatini and up-and-coming talent Chuck Groenink.

Margie palatini is the author of many outrageously funny books for children,

including Piggie Pie!, illustrated by Howard Fine, and Moosetache, illustrated

by Henry Cole. She lives with her family in New Jersey. Chuck Groenink is a

Dutch artist who has illustrated several childrens books in Europe and the

United States. He currently lives in Syracuse, New York, with his wife.

Under a Pig TreeA HISTORy OF THE NOBLE FRUIT ( A MIx ED - UP BOOK )

BY MArg Ie PA l ATIn I I l lu s Tr ATed BY Ch u Ck g ro en Ink

In the inventive spirit of Battle Bunny, a timely and hilarious look at a book in midproduction, from the author of Piggie Pie! and an exciting new illustrator


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The narrator of this charming picture book loves her summer hat, but as the seasons change, her

hat isnt always appropriate for every occasion. She must use her crafting skills to turn the hat into a

work of art, perfect for every season and holiday. Featuring the same characters from the fi st book, I

Had a Favorite Dress, along with the hip, eye-catching art style that won it so many fans, this book is

perfect for young crafters and their stylish parents.

Boni Ashburn is the author of I Had a Favorite Dress; The Fort That Jack

Built; Hush, Little Dragon; and Over at the Castle. She lives in Houghton,

Michigan. Visit her online at boniashburn.com. r obyn Ng is an illustrator

based in New York City. She attended the Rhode Island School of Design.

Visit her online at robynng.com.

praise for I Had a

Favorite Dress

Tailor-made, so to speak,

for the Etsy generation

of DIY enthusiasts.

Publishers Weekly

Everyone is smiling in

the buoyant confections.

Wall Street Journal

What could have been

yet another example of

kindergarten consumerism

instead becomes one

of resourcefulness

and resilience. New

York Times

This book is sure to capture

the imaginations of would-

be seams-tresses; children

who cant bear to part

with a favorite item; and

those who want to reduce,

reuse, recycle. School

Library Journal

I Had a Favorite Hat BY Bo n I Ash Bu rn I l lu s Tr ATed BY r o BYn n g

In this sequel to the hit I Had a Favorite Dress, the stylish, inventive narrator is back with a hat to improve! Success of first book: I Had a

Favorite Dress has sold over

40,000 copies since going on

sale in 2012

d IY popularity: Featuring a

Pinterest/Etsy/DIy aesthetic, this

is a picture book that crafty kids

and adults will love

Seasons and holidays: A running

theme in the book is the passing

of the seasons and holidays, and

how the characters celebrate

each one

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praise for the work of Harry BlissLovingly produced and winsomely written.

Time Out New York Kids

Bliss, who draws cartoons for the New Yorker, throws in choice asides for grown-ups.

New York Times

Bliss strikes a note of hilarity . . . Visual details create a busy, engrossing environment.

Publishers Weekly

Colorful artwork creates a mildly amusing tone and offers plenty of details for children to enjoy.

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When a young boy learns about what makes art specialsometimes its beautiful, sometimes

its funny, sometimes it tells a storyhe realizes that these same characteristics are what make his

grandmother special, too. As a result, he finds the inspiration to create his own masterpiece thats one

of a kind.

Christopher Awardwinning author Scott Menchin and New York Times bestselling illustrator

Harry Bliss have teamed up for a celebration of the power of art and expression, and the extraordinary

love between grandparent and child.

Scott Menchin, author and illustrator of the Christopher Awardwinning

Taking a Bath with the Dog, has created illustrations for many famous products

and brands around the world. He lives in New York City and teaches at the

Pratt Institute. Harry Bliss is a cartoonist and New Yorker cover artist. He

has illustrated numerous bestselling picture books for children. He lives

in Vermont.

A loving homage to the power of art and family by Scott Menchin and New York Times bestselling illustrator Harry Bliss

Grandma in Blue with Red Hat

BY Sc ot t Men ch i n i l lu S t r a te d BY h a r r Y B l i SS Bestselling illustrator: Harry Bliss

is the New York Times bestselling

illustrator of the Diary of a Worm

series. His picture books have

sold hundreds of thousands of

copies

Award-winning author: Menchin

is a recipient of the Christopher

Award

Art theme: With its inspiring

message about creating art and

visiting the museum, this book

encourages young readers to

explore their own creativity

Educational component: Readers

will learn about different kinds of

art, from paintings to sculpture,

in a fun way, and will ask the

question, What is art?

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Strong visual story: A practically

wordless story with engaging

illustrations and panels makes

this book perfect for the

youngest readers, who will love

talking out the narrative

Hilarious sequel: The sequel to

the successful The Monkey Goes

Bananas

Friendship story: The monkey

fi ds an unlikely friend in the bee,

who helps him out of a sticky

situation

Humor with kid appeal: In the

vein of Wile E. Coyote and the

Road Runner, the monkey and

the bee have a humorous chase

scene with an animated feel

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After the success of The Monkey Goes Bananas, the silly monkey is back for another adventure.

This time, he finally has his banana, but he doesnt want to share when a playful bumblebee wants a

bite! The monkey tries to swat away the bee and enjoy his banana in peace, but in the process finds

himself with a much bigger problem on his hands: hes awakened an angry lion! Will the monkey and

the bee work together to escape the king of the jungle?

Full of energy, surprise, and strong visual storytelling, The Monkey and the Bee will once again

charm readers with its fast-paced humor and high jinks.

C. p. Bloom is the creative team of Carly Dempsey, Ed Bloom, and illustrator Peter

Raymundo. peter r aymundo, who also illustrated the book, started his career as an

animator for Walt Disney Studios and works as a storyboard artist for independent fi ms

and commercials. He lives in Florida.

praise for The Monkey

Goes Bananas

This predominantly

wordless picture book

delivers a substantial

helping of slapstick.

Kirkus Reviews

Will resonate with

readers as they turn

each page to see what

the monkey will try

next . . . A laugh-out-

loud story that should

earn plenty of repeat

readings. Booklist

Kids will jump right

into this rip-roaring flip

bookpaced tale.

School Library Journal

The Monkey and the Bee BY C . P. B lo o M I l lu s Tr ATed BY Pe Ter r AYMu n do

The hilarious monkey is back for another rompbut this time, can he make an unlikely friend?


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Spring is in the air! Bear, Bird, and Mouse are all excited that winter snows are melting away, but

their friend Rabbit is not. There are too many things about winter that Rabbit adores, and spring just

seems to spell trouble. His friends off r an abundance of reasons to love spring and the changing

seasons, but will Rabbit listen?

Daniel Kirk has written a lively and humorous tale with the gentle message that change can be fun.

d aniel Kirk is the author of the beloved Library Mouse series and You Are Not My Friend,

But I Miss You, as well as a number of other award-winning and beloved books. He lives

in Glen Ridge, New Jersey.

The Thing About Spring BY dA n Ie l k I rk

From the author of the bestselling Library Mouse series, a new series of books about a

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A compelling message: Rabbit

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Seasonal and holiday appeal:

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Signifi ant historical content:

Winning the race to be first

around the world made

international headlines and

earned the United States honor

in world aviation. It also helped

advance aircraft technology

Excellent for the classroom: This

story focuses on the important

values of planning, critical and

analytical thinking, and teamwork

Sheds light on an

underrepresented topic: This

episode is very important in

aviation history but little known

to most Americans

Museum tie-in: The Smithsonian

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is one of the most visited

museums in the U. S. and the

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In 1924 the U.S. Army sent eight young men on a bold attempt to be the fi st to circumnavigate the

globe by flight. Men from five other countriesGreat Britain, France, Portugal, Italy, and Argentina

had the same goal. The race was on!

First Flight Around the World documents the exciting journey of four American planesthe

Chicago, Boston, New Orleans, and Seattleand their crews on a race around the world. The trip

held many challenges: extreme weather, tricky navigation, unfamiliar cultures, fragile planes, and few

airfields. The world fliers risked their lives for the sake of national pride.

Based in part on the journal of one of the crew members, First Lieutenant Leslie Arnold, along with

commentary, newspaper reports, and archival images, First Flight Around the World is a captivating

tale about American ingenuity, gumption, and perseverance.

The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC, maintains the largest

collection of historic air- and spacecraft in the world, including the plane Chicago and a copy of First

Lieutenant Leslie Arnolds journal. Tim Grove is Chief of Museum Learning at the Smithsonian National

Air and Space Museum. He has written a number of exhibition and website components for young

people, including Web activities. His childrens newspaper insert about the Lewis and Clark expedi-

tion for Newspapers in Education was distributed nationally. Grove lives in Falls Church, Virginia.

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First Flight Around the WorldTHE ADv ENTURES OF THE AMERICAN FLIERS WHO WON THE R ACE

Pu Bl Is h ed In As so CIATIon w ITh The n ATIon Al AI r And s PACe Mu s eu M

BY TIM g r o v e

The only book for young readers about the 1924 race around the world

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Lovey Bunny is the happiest little girl around. She loves just about everythingher family, art,

watching her mama make things, and especially playing dress-up. But when she borrows Mama

Rabbits new dress without asking and ruins it, Lovey Bunny learns that not everything always goes as

planned. Will Lovey Bunny find a creative way to show Mama that shes sorry?

Kristine A. Lombardis picture book debut reveals an effervescent new character whose talent for

crafts and love of fashion, family, and fun will touch the hearts of little girls everywhere!

Kristine A. l ombardi worked in advertising for many years but is now a freelance

illustrator and graphic designer. Lovey Bunny is her fi st picture book. She lives in

Montclair, New Jersey.

Lovey Bunny BY k r I s T Ine A . l o MBArd I

In this picture book series debut, an adorable bunny uses her love of fashion and crafts to save the day! Charming character: With her

love of fashion, Lovey Bunny is

an irresistible character who will

appeal to little girls everywhere

d o-it-yourself theme: Lovey

Bunny uses arts and crafts to

creatively solve problems

Family message: Highlights the

relationship between mother and

daughter in a loving and sweet

way

Holiday promotion: Perfect

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Art appreciation with a twist:

Young readers will respond to

the familiarand popularcat

and dog themes while also

learning to appreciate art

Builds problem-solving skills:

Kids will develop problem-

solving and motor skills as they

work to put the pieces of the

puzzles together

Favorite pets: 62 percent of

American households include at

least one pet, and 95.6 million

cats and 83.3 million dogs are

among them! (Humane Society

of the u nited States, 2014)

Museum copublication: The

Metropolitan Museum of Art is

one of the best known in the

world and a primary New York

City destination for tourists with

children

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Cat-and dog-themed books with eight puzzles each, on board stock with die-cut thumbholes.

Each artwork is accompanied by a short verse and a description of the painting. The works are from

the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, reflecting various styles, periods, and cultures.

Featured artists include Thophile-Alexandre Steinlen, Francisco de Goya y Lucientes, Utagawa

Hiroshige, Fernand Lger, Dona Nelson, Frank W. Benson, Rosa Bonheur, Totoya Hokkei, Auguste

Renoir, Zeruah H. Guernsey Caswell, and Giovanni Francesco Castiglione.

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Can You Find It? ISBN 978 -0-81 09-3279-1 u S $1 7.95 CAN $1 9.95

Can You Find It, Too? ISBN 978-0-81 09-5046-7 u S $1 7.95 CAN $1 9.95

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Can you find four fur hats in the painting of George Washington and his troops on the cover of this book? Three tassels? A single gold earring? What else can you find? The more you look, the more youll see when you start playing the Can You Find It? game.

All of the works reproduced here are by American artistsand all are packed with a wealth of intriguing details. From a crazy quilt made by a ten-year-old girl and her mother, to a Currier & Ives print of a steamboat race, to a painting of a city street by Jacob Lawrence, each work has something to say about America, its people, and its history. Brief notes about the works, the artists, and the subjects are included in the back of the book.

Whether youre searching for a man standing on one foot, two spiders, twenty-seven horseshoes, or a winged horse, youll discover that once you begin looking for the hidden details in works of art, you wont want to stop.

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Praise for the Can You Find It? series:

Can You Find It?Winner, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award (2003)Designed to encourage discovery. School Library Journal

Can You Find It, Too?An arresting collection of artwork for parent and child to pore over and explore. Kirkus Reviews

Can You Hear It?[A] visual and aural feast. School Library Journal

Can You Find It Inside? Can You Find It Outside?Winners, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award (2005)[The books] encourage budding art enthusiasts to examine . . . a bakers dozen famous works and discover more than 70 details. Publishers Weekly

: Washington Crossing the Delaware (detail)Emanuel Leutze, American (b. in Germany), 18161868Oil on canvas, 12 ft. 5 in. x 21 ft. 3 in., 1851T M M AGift of John Stewart Kennedy, 1897 97.34

:Sleighing in New York (detail)Thomas Benecke, American, active 18551856, artist; Nagel and Lewis, printer; Emil Seitz, publisherLithograph printed in colors with hand coloring, 20 x 30 in., 1855T M M AThe Edward W. C. Arnold Collection of New York Prints, Maps, and Pictures, Bequest of Edward W. C. Arnold, 1954 54.90.1061

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Fun puzzle books for animal lovers everywhere!

INv ENt Iv E Boo kS Fro M t HE Co ll ECt Io N o F t HE Wo r ld -FAMo US MEtr o po l It AN MUSEUM o F Art

Th is cats short ta i l l ooks l i ke i t be l ongs to another an ima l . Can you guess wh ich one? A puppy? A bunny?

Sometimes the artist put a volcano in his pictures. Can you find the volcano in this one?

Revelers Returned from the Tori no Machi Festival at Asakusa, 1857From the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo

Utagawa Hiroshige, Japanese, 17971858Polychrome woodblock print; ink and color on paper,

13116 x 81116 in. (33.2 x 22.1 cm)Rogers Fund, 1914 JP60

Hurray, its a parade ! Can you f i nd the two pranc i ng dogs? Dont they appear

to be hav i ng fun?

This picture was painted on a petticoat. Thats a kind of extra skirt that women used to wear under their dresses.

Petticoat PanelIndian, third quarter 18th century

Cotton, painted resist and mordant, dyed, 33 x 67 in. (85.4 x 171.5 cm)

Purchase, Friends of European Sculpture and Decorative Arts Gifts, 1992 1992.82

I t l ooks l i ke th is cat wants the woman to stop read i ng . What do you th i nk?

There are only four colors in this painting: yellow, red, black, and white. The artist used circles, half circles, ovals,

rectangles, and other shapes to make the picture.

Woman with a Cat, 1921Fernand Lger, French, 18811955

Oil on canvas, 51 x 35 in. (130.5 x 89.5 cm)Gift of Florene M. Schoenborn, 1994 1994.486

2015 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris

Two boys and the i r dog are on a h i l l n ear the sea . Do you th i nk the boys are go i ng

to sa i l the i r toy boats i n the water?

The artist painted his grandsons and their dog. First he made a watercolor sketch of them. Watercolors dry fast, so the boys didnt have to stay still for long.

Two Boys, 1926Frank W. Benson, American, 18621951

Oil on canvas, 32316 x 40 in. (81.8 x 101.9 cm)George A. Hearn Fund, 1927 27.61

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Children and adults will love this beautiful retelling of Noahs Ark and the massive flood that

destroyed the earth. The story is illustrated with paintings and drawings in the collection of The

Metropolitan Museum of Art. Featured artists include Gustave Courbet, Marc Chagall, John Henry

Dearle, Lodewijk Tieling, Aurelio Luini, Giulio Bonasone, Jacob Bouttats, and Joseph Anton Koch. The

book concludes with a note about each artwork.

l inda Falken was an editor for many years at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. She lives in Hastings-

on-Hudson, New York.

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A beautiful retelling of one of the oldest and most popular stories of all time

r ich, new retelling: Christian

and Jewish readers alike will

be drawn to the Genesis story

of Noahs Ark, the parable of a

great flo d that has resonated

throughout the world for

centuries

Favorite kids Bible story: The

classic story of Noah collecting

the animals two-by-two appeals

to children especially

Upmarket: u nlike many mass-

market retellings of Noahs Ark,

this book tells the story alongside

The Metropolitan Museum of

Art paintings, giving the book a

much more sophisticated and

upscale quality

Museum copublication: The

Metropolitan Museum of Art is

one of the best known in the

world and a primary New York

City destination for tourists with

children

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BY Su d i Pta Bar d han - Qu a l l en

i l lu St r a t ed BY

c o u rt n e Y Mar t in

In 1884, when men were the only people

allowed to vote in national elections, Belva

Lockwood took a bold but legal step: she

ran for president! Though her campaign

was difficult, Belva never wavered in her

commitment to equality, earning the respect of

many fellow citizens. A little-known but richly

deserving American historical figure, Belva is

an inspiration for modern-day readers.

Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen has written a

number of books for children. She lives in

New Jersey. Visit her online at sudipta.com.

Courtney Martin is a graduate of RISD. She

lives in Manchester, Connecticut. Visit her

online at camartinart.com.

Ballots for BelvaTHe TRue STo RY of A Wo MANS

R ACe fo R THe PRe SIDe NCY


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BY t on Ya Bo l den

This Coretta Scott King Honor Book

provides a much-needed window into a

little-documented time in black history. The

poignant story, based on the memoir of

Maritcha Rmond Lyons, shows what it was

like to be a black child born free and living in

New York City in the mid-1800s.

t onya Bolden has written a number of books

for children, teens, and adults. She lives in

New York City.

MaritchaA NINe Tee NTH - Ce NTu RY

AMe RICAN G IR l

Full-color images throughout

56 pages, 10 10"

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BY S . d . n e l Son

Told from a Native American point of

view, Black Elks Vision provides a unique

perspective on American history. From

recounting the visions Black Elk had as a

young boy, to his involvement in the battles

of Little Big Horn and Wounded Knee, as well

as his journeys to New York City and Europe

with Buff lo Bills Wild West Show, this

biographical account of Black Elkan Oglala

Lakota medicine man who lived from 1863 to

1950follows him from childhood through

adulthood.

S. d . Nelson is a member of the Standing

Rock Sioux tribe of the Dakotas. He has

written three previous childrens books for

Abrams. He lives in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Black elks VisionA l AKo TA STo RY

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BY a MY n ov eSk Y

i l lu S t r a t ed BY d a v id d ia z

Like a tiny bird in a big city, Frida Kahlo

feels lost and lonely when she arrives in San

Francisco with her husband, the famous artist

Diego Rivera. But as Frida begins to explore

San Francisco on her own, she discovers the

inspiration she needs to become one of the

most celebrated artists of all time. Me, Frida

is an exhilarating true story that encourages

children to believe in themselves so they can

make their own dreams soar.

Amy Novesky is a childrens book editor and

author. She lives with her family just north of

San Francisco. david d iaz is the Caldecott

Medalwinning illustrator of Smoky Night. He is

also a three-time Pura Belpr Honor recipient.

He lives in New Orleans.

BY Mar g ar et w e i te k a MP

an d d a v id d e v o r k i n

i l lu St r a t ed BY d ia n e k i dd

Pu Bli Sh ed in a SSo c ia t ion w ith

t h e n at io n a l a ir a nd SPac e Mu Seu M

People, children especially, have been

baffled, bewildered, and even outraged by

the fact that Pluto is no longer called a planet.

Through whimsical artwork and an entertaining

dialogue format, Plutos Secret explains the true

story of this distant world.

Margaret A. Weitekamp curates the National

Air and Space Museums Social and Cultural

Dimensions of Spaceflight collection. d avid

d ev orkin is Senior Curator, History of

Astronomy and the Space Sciences, at the

museum. Award-winning illustrator d iane k idd

is Early Childhood Manager at the museum.

Plutos SecretAN ICY Wo Rl DS TA le

o f D ISCo Ve RY

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Its summer vacation, and Hello Kitty is

excited to go to camp for the fi st time. She

packs all the things shell need, like her teddy

bear, a flashlight, and her diary, and heads

off for a summer of fun! At camp, Hello Kitty

does so many fun thingsshe swims, makes

lemonade, plays games, has campfires, and

goes on adventures. Even though shes

having a great time, Hello Kitty misses Mama.

Each day she sits down to write Mama a letter

to let her know about all the fun things shes

doing. Just as shes starting to get homesick,

though, Mama has a surprise for Hello Kitty

that makes her feel right at home.

Hello Kitty Goes to Camp BY sA nr Io

Hello Kitty heads to camp for a summer of fun in another brand-new picture book!

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Highly recognizable global

brand: Hello Kitty has millions

of fans around the world and is

one of the most recognizable

global brands. With products

in the beauty, fashion, jewelry,

apparel, and technology

markets, Hello Kitty transcends

age and generation

Bestselling brand and character:

More than one million Hello Kitty

books have been sold. She is a

perennial favorite and a beloved

character

Added value: Happy St. Patricks

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Its St. Patricks Day, and Hello Kitty is

getting ready for the big parade. Hello Kitty is

working on a St. Patricks Day poem, but shes

having trouble thinking of the perfect ending.

Maybe her friends will help her. She puts on

her green dress and meets her friends at the

parade. Everyone is so festive! Look at all

the floats! Listen to all the music! Just as the

friends begin their Irish jig, it starts to rain. Oh

no! Will it ruin the parade? Little does Hello

Kitty realize that the rain will bring the perfect

ending to her poem.

Sanrio, best known for global icon Hello Kitty and home to many endearing characters, is a world-

wide lifestyle brand founded on the philosophy that a small gift can bring a big smile to people of all

ages. For more than 50 years, this philosophy has served as the inspiration for the broad spectrum of

unique Sanrio products and experiences.

Happy St. Patricks Day, Hello Kitty

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