Barbara Bottner Boeken

Lulu's younger sister Marsha, who has the chicken pox, seems to be taking all of their mother's time, and Lulu tries hard to get some attention of her own

In her new home, Rosa feels a sense of emptiness as she searches for items to fill her room. Her journey leads her to a deeper understanding of what truly completes her space, revealing the significance of connection and belonging. Through this exploration, she uncovers not just physical objects, but also the emotional elements that make a house feel like a home.

With the help of Miss Brooks, Missy’s classmates all find books they love in the library—books about fairies and dogs and trains and cowboys. But Missy dismisses them all—“Too flowery, too furry, too clickety, too yippity.” Still, Miss Brooks remains undaunted. Book Week is here and Missy will find a book to love if they have to empty the entire library. What story will finally win over this beastly, er, discriminating child? William Steig’s Shrek!—the tale of a repulsive green ogre in search of a revolting bride—of course! Barbara Bottner and Michael Emberley pay playful homage to the diverse tastes of child readers and the valiant librarians who are determined to put just the right book in each child’s hands.

A picture book about a young girl who dreams of fame until she finds something even better - friendship.

A girl learns that a cold needs a LOT of things, as she waits for a bad case of the sniffles to run its course.What does a cold need? It needs a comfy bed by a window, warm socks, Grandma's chicken soup, and plenty of Dad's silly jokes. Sometimes, a cold just needs a little time.In this warmly written and quietly humorous picture book about a girl sporting a red nose that just won't seem to go away while she waits for a bad case of the sniffles to run its course, she and her family learn an important lesson--a cold needs what a cold needs.

I Am Here Now is a coming-of-age novel in free verse set in the Bronx in the early 1960s.

Help Archer find his missing turtle hiding in the pages of this picture book! How Many Times Have I Told You to Pick Up This Room? Archer's pet turtle is missing! Mom is sure he's somewhere in Archer's messy bedroom...or the back yard... or somewhere in the house. Archer looks everywhere inside and out but can't find his turtle until he learns to think like one! However, sharp-eyed young readers will easily find the missing pet hiding thoughout the messy pages of this book. Here is an imaginative and interactive story with the added bonus of showing why it's a good idea to pick up your toys.

In a whimsical blend of humor and charm, stuffed animals engage in a delightful tea party that quickly turns into a comical dispute. The story captures the playful interactions and personalities of the characters, reminiscent of both The Day the Crayons Quit and Winnie the Pooh. With vibrant illustrations, this picture book invites young readers to enjoy the antics of the bickering toys while exploring themes of friendship and resolution.