Collection: Children

Award-winning author and wildlife expert Eliot Schrefer makes his picture book debut with a sweet, poignant story about family and belonging, inspired by the true story of a bonobo raised by a human family and later returned to the wild, with illustrations from New York Times bestselling artist AG Ford.

Lulu is like many kids you know. She lives in a house with her mom, dad, and sister. She likes soda, hopscotch, and comic books.

But there is one way Lulu is different: she's a bonobo.

Being the only bonobo in a human world can be lonesome. And so Lulu and her family take a long boat ride to a jungle Lulu has never seen before.

Now, she's surrounded by creatures with faces that look like hers and who make sounds like she does. But Lulu can't possibly be like these apes...can she?

Inspired by Corinne Bailey Rae's award-winning hit song, this picture book celebrates music's unique power to soothe or energize us when we need it most.

"Today I'd like to do something I've never done before," Bea tells her great aunt Portia during one of their Sunday visits. And before she knows it, she's being led upstairs to an attic room she didn't know existed--a wonderful haven full of Portia's cherished items, including shelf after shelf of records. "There's a song here for every emotion--for the whole rainbow of feelings," Portia tells Bea. Then they listen together, dancing to a celebration song, laughing along with a circus-happy song, and feeling held by a song that comforts them during a thunderstorm. Bea heads home at the end of the day, excited to continue learning about herself and her world through music.

Corinne Bailey Rae's "Put Your Records On" is a multi-platinum anthem about freedom and joy. Now, in this beautiful storybook, the Grammy Award-winning musician brings that empowerment and exuberance to children.

Two starred reviews!

From Caldecott Honor- and Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning author-illustrator Jashar Awan comes a hilarious and "confidence-boosting" (Publishers Weekly, starred review) picture book about the perseverance and positive self-talk needed to learn to tie your shoelaces!

This big kid is wearing his first pair of big-kid shoes, the kind with laces! Even though they're a little on the roomy side--shoes to grow into, of course--he knows he can take care of them. Except they keep falling off!

Not to worry, he'll just tie them up again, because he knows how to tie those loops! But wait a second, where did that darn shoe go?

Nothing is ever truly easy when you're just starting something new; but, just like with any stage in childhood, whether it's making your first steps, or going down the really big slide, with persistence, doing anything scary or overwhelming quickly becomes a piece of cake! And before you know it, you're a BIG KID!

Shake up the season with this adorable Easter board book full of cute animal puns and a plastic egg filled with colorful sequins!

Parents and children alike will love the sweet, rhyming story full of adorable springtime animal puns in The Best Egg. This board book features an embeeded clear plastic egg full of pastel sequins that little ones can shake and move on every page for hands-on story time. Bright illustrations featuring adorable bunnies, lambs, chicks, and more, paired with heartfelt text sprinkled with lovey-dovey puns, are sure to make this festive interactive book a favorite read for Easter or anytime!

Gallop into a world of discovery with Horses & Ponies, the interactive lift-the-flap book packed with fun facts for young horse lovers!

Uncover the secrets of horses and ponies in this engaging educational book designed for curious kids aged 4-8. Part of the FunFacts series, Horses & Ponies is filled with exciting facts, stunning illustrations, and hidden surprises behind every flap. From wild mustangs to friendly farm ponies, children will learn about different breeds, horse care, and fascinating equestrian history--all while having fun! Perfect for little animal enthusiasts, this book makes learning hands-on and interactive.

Key Features:

• Interactive Learning - Over 50 lift-the-flap surprises keep kids engaged and excited to learn.
• Durable Hardcover Format - Strong board pages and flaps to withstand many re-reads
• Educational & Fun - Explore horse breeds, anatomy, and history in a kid-friendly way.
• Boosts Early Literacy - Encourages reading comprehension and vocabulary development.

Join Little Chick on a charming farmyard adventure in Easter Egg Hunt: A Guess-Who Book--a playful, interactive search for hidden Easter surprises!

Designed for little hands and curious minds, this shaped board book follows Little Chick as they search for colorful Easter eggs around the farm. With adorable illustrations by Penny Bell, playful peek-through cut-outs, and a built-in handle for easy carrying, this book is perfect for toddlers learning about Easter traditions. Each page offers a fun "guess-who" element, encouraging interaction and engagement as little ones lift, look, and discover. A delightful addition to any Easter basket, this book makes learning and celebrating Easter even more exciting.

Key Features:

• Interactive Peek-Through Design - Engages young readers with cut-outs that lead to the next page.
• Built-In Handle for On-the-Go Fun - Easy for little hands to carry and explore.
• Adorable Easter Story - Encourages curiosity and participation with a fun farmyard egg hunt.
• Bright Illustrations by Penny Bell - Sweet, engaging artwork brings the Easter adventure to life.

In this companion to the instant New York Times bestselling Just Try It! by Netflix star Phil Rosenthal and his daughter Lily, an encouraging dad eases his daughter's worries about staying at Grandma's for the first time.

Lil is getting ready to stay with Grandma on her own for the first time. How exciting! Except...what if she only eats broccoli? What if her bed is made of rocks? What if the mailman is a giant elephant?

All these questions make Lil scared, but Phil has the perfect piece of advice for soothing her fears: Just try it. Sometimes we're scared of what we don't know, and that's okay. With a little help, Lil is ready to try.

From award-winning Swedish author Per Gustavsson comes a touching story about life, death, and new beginnings.

A boy and his father live alone on an island. They play football, fish, and have a very happy life together. His father gives him advice, to avoid bears and sharks, but as the father's life comes to an end he remarkably turns into a tree...

"Everything will be all right," the branches creaked back.
It was as if his father were talking to him.

The boy must set out on his new life of his own. Along the way, he encounters new friends who help him discover that even after loss, life can still be filled with companionship and wonder.

For readers ages 6-8, The Boy, the Father, and the Bear, is a gentle meditation about the nature of life and finding your place in the world no matter what.

An Aldana Libros Book, Greystone Kids

After the death of their mother, Birdy and Mouse are forced to start over in this debut novel about discovering where you belong­­--for fans of Forever This Summer and The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise.

Eleven-year-old Birdy and her younger brother, Mouse, have always looked out for each other. They make the perfect team: Birdy is realistic and practical, while Mouse is affable and trusting. After their mother dies of cancer, Birdy and Mouse are forced to move out of the city to the country with relatives they've never met. Aunt Mitzie and Uncle Shadow's house is full of organized chaos, and it takes Birdy time to adjust to having adults around. But the kitchen is always stocked, and both kids are allowed to play outside as often as they want. There's only one problem: it's all temporary. Their social worker has promised to find them a permanent home by the next school year, whether they want to leave or not. As the summer unfolds, Mouse starts to feel attached to their new life. But Birdy knows better--adults have never been reliable. When Birdy's fears get the best of her, she makes a big mistake that could jeopardize their future.

Heartfelt and emotionally resonant, this literary coming-of-age novel explores the unbreakable bond between siblings--and how family can be found in the most unexpected places.

Kindness, caring, and reliance on our neighbors are more important now than ever before. We all need more Mister Rogers in our lives.

In difficult times, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood provided a refuge for children and their families alike; a way to understand and talk about what was happening, and find hope for a brighter tomorrow.

Groundbreaking in a quiet, generous way, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood introduced a generation of children to the wonders of the world in the comfort of their own living rooms. Fred Rogers took young viewers to art museums, introduced them to different professions, and talked through difficult subjects like losing a loved one, or experiencing parents' divorce, with compassion and reassurance.

Share that deep respect, care, and quiet joy in the day-to-day with the only authorized picture book biography of Fred Rogers--lovingly created by Caldecott Medalist Matt Cordell.

Lively, colorful illustrations explore Fred Rogers' early life and the events that led him to create his enduring show. Exclusively published archival photographs, provided by Fred Rogers Productions, offer a behind-the-scenes look at this historic show and the people whose hard work made it possible. A brief biography of Mister Rogers and a history of the show is included, as well as a note from author-illustrator Matt Cordell about his inspiration and longtime admiration for Fred Rogers and Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.

Perfect for fans of the film A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, starring Tom Hanks, or anyone who wants to bring home the ideals of compassion, kindness, and patience that make us all good neighbors, this captivating picture book should not be missed.

A Junior Library Guild Selection
A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year!

For fans of Grumpy Unicorn, Groucho the Grouchy Groundhog is back with his half-pig, half-uncorn (and all smiles) sidekick, Blork! ​ And while Groucho would much rather be eating pancakes or napping, Critter Creek might need him to save the day...again.

Groucho is a Grouchy Groundhog (NOT a mole, moles are different. See page 78 in Book 1 for more). When a terrifying turnip appears in the sky, it's up to Groucho and Blork to see what Lord Turnip from Planet Jupi-TURD is up to.

Lord Turnip and his legion of zombie farmers have been prowling the universe, looking for the perfect place to plant their tasty turnips. But their Poo Poo Glue Slime is killing all the plants in Critter Creek! Can Groucho figure out how to stop them?

This original graphic novel sequel brings back all of your Critter Creek favorites!

In this sequel to A Study in Secrets that's Only Murders in the Building meets The Westing Game, Meg must figure out the identity of the mysterious Mastermind to save her school and her friends.

After winning a scavenger hunt with her new friends--Tana, Zane, and Ryan--Meg Mizuno is looking forward to winter break and enjoying their grand prize of an all-expenses paid trip to California. But after learning that their boarding school, Leland Chase Academy (called Last Chance Academy by students), is in danger of shutting down, it's hard to enjoy the sun and surf.

When they return, the Head of School reminds the student body of their mandatory participation in the Student Showcase, with the goal of bringing in needed funds to the school. If that weren't enough pressure, Meg discovers a new note: the Mastermind wants her to help him with one more scavenger hunt. This time, though, she must work alone, or else the Mastermind will not only ruin the school, but also publicly reveal secrets about all her friends that would turn their lives upside down.

A super-cute adventure through 200 adorable facts, in an irresistible pocket-sized book.

Follow an ingenious trail of 200 facts about all things cute, cozy, and sweet. You'll meet the pygmy hippo called Moo Dheng whose ears wiggle when she sleeps and encounter the world's tiniest teddy bear. You'll learn that elephants dance in the rain and babies hiccup inside the womb. And you'll even jet off into space to discover a comet shaped like a rubber duck and a dwarf planet with a huge, heart-shaped ice field on its surface. Every fact in the book is connected to the next in funny and delightful ways. But there isn't just one trail through these pages: sometimes your path branches and you can choose to jump to a totally different (but still connected) part of the book. Where will your curiosity take you?

Cute FACTopia! is the latest addition to the bestselling FACTopia! series, which also includes: FACTopia!, Return to FACTopia!, Gross FACTopia!, Animal FACTopia!, History FACTopia!, Science FACTopia!, Secret FACTopia!, and Epic FACTopia!

In the spirit of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners and I Talk Like a River, this lyrical picture book from acclaimed author Jamie Sumner tells the story of a child in swim therapy and celebrates the ways differently abled bodies can move in the water.

Under here, there is
no top or bottom,
no left or right--
only fields of water to wander in
as topsy-turvy as I like.

Underwater, everything looks different--and every body moves differently, too. During swim therapy, a child discovers he can be anything: a catfish, a seahorse, a starfish cartwheeling across the universe. He finds the magic of moving in wholly new ways, just like he does on land in his trusty wheelchair.