Young readers will recognize their own frustrations as they accompany charming Sally Simon Simmons in her attempt to build the tallest sandwich in class. Sally’s quirky personality and determination shine in this delightful picture... Read More

A self-conscious stuffed bunny peeks out of a barrel in a toy store, afraid she will never be chosen because of the smudge over her chest. And when a little girl picks her out specifically, Audrey Bunny goes out of her way to hide her... Read More

With a foreword by actor George Takei, this poignant portrait of a Japanese American family’s pet cat challenges our willingness to objectively remember the horrors that changed us, as well as our capacity for empathy, optimism, and... Read More

This poor little penguin yearns to soar above the clouds, but his inability to fly has left him deflated. His quirky tale shows how friends can help each other achieve their dreams. The crowd of carefully drawn animals—an elephant, a... Read More

In the style of an animated children’s movie, this endearing book captures the voices of two young jungle tots in a power struggle: Who is more terrifying, the mighty tiger or the great crocodile? Sculptor and animator David Derrick... Read More

When they find their friend Fish lying on his back one day, Kitty, Dog, and Giraffe learn how to deal with loss in a solemn yet hopeful way. The thoughtful narrative and simple dialogue gently guide children through the grief process.... Read More

In the 1870s, Americans began buying books as prestigious decorative objects (as well as literature), and publishers invested grandly in top artists and expensive production methods. The one-hundred-plus covers herein are stunning works... Read More

Much we can intuit when we know what someone et—Cezanne and Picasso revered the perfectly prepared omelette, and here’s their recipes to prove it. Beautiful food art, quirky artist recipes, and dinner table gossip make this book an... Read More