Sam the library mouse and his friend Sarah embark on an adventure to a museum, where Sam sketches in his journal. Initially skeptical, Sarah learns that journals can hold various treasures, from ticket stubs to drawings. Their exploration leads to encounters with art and a new artist friend, making for an engaging adventure.
From the bestselling author of the Library Mouse series comes a charming story about the changing seasons Mouse, Bird, Bear, and Rabbit are friends. Though Mouse, Bird, and Bear love winter, they're all excited that spring is finally here. But not Rabbit. He thinks that spring can only spell trouble: He won't be able to make snow bunnies, the days are too long, and it rains all the time. Rabbit's list goes on and on. But his friends can always counter his complaints with something good that spring brings: warm days, lots of good food, blooming flowers--until Rabbit admits that spring is full of pleasant surprises. The book includes punch-out finger puppets that will add value to this sweet eight-by-eight paperback.
The story explores the enchanting friendship between Sam, a secretive library mouse who loves to write, and a student named Tom, who is struggling to find a partner for a book-making project. When Tom discovers Sam's hidden nook, they collaborate on a story that Sam illustrates. This heartwarming tale emphasizes the magic of storytelling and creativity, showcasing how two unlikely friends can inspire each other through their love for books and imagination.
Sam, the Library Mouse, and his friend Sarah embark on a quest for a new home when their library is under construction. They create various houses, but none feel right. Ultimately, they return to their beloved library once renovations are finished.
In this sweet story about facing fears, Little Pup has to call up all his courage--and the help of a friend--to go down the playground slide. Little Pup isn't as little as he used to be, and he'd love to try out the playground's big slide. Day after day he eyes it, but he just can't seem to work up the courage. Fortunately he meets someone in the same boat--Little Duck--and the two provide each other with just the bravery boost needed to climb that ladder and enjoy the slide! Kids will relate to Little Pup's struggle to gain enough confidence to move out of his comfort zone and try something new.
Newton the squirrel and his sister, Curie, conduct experiments based on what they hear through a classroom window, making simple machines to learn more about how the world works and to help their neighbors. Includes author's notes and glossary of scientific terms.
Bestselling author Daniel Kirk's first nonfiction book tells the true story of Anna Merz and her rhinoceros Samia
From bestselling author-illustrator Daniel Kirk comes a spiritual picture book celebrating kindness to animals
In The High Road , Matt and his sister Becky must work with the elves and Tomtar the troll to save the Cord and the human and elf worlds. After forming an uneasy alliance, Matt, the elf Tuava-Li, and Tomtar start on a quest to restore the tree whose roots make up the Cord at the northern pole, in order to bring well-being to all the realms. Meanwhile, Becky accompanies Asra to free Becky’s parents, held captive in the elfin kingdom of Helfratheim. To their horror, both groups discover that Brahja-Chi has begun kidnapping human children for a mass sacrifice to appease the goddess. In addition to their tasks, they must also stop the fiendish Brahja-Chi and her accomplice, Jardaine, from continuing this atrocity. Daniel Kirk’s trademark illustrations—including maps, character portraits, and other scenes—bring to life the riveting and engaging story.
