Nancy Raines Day schrijft prentenboeken die vaak de werelden van natuur en muziek verkennen. Haar werken bevatten doorgaans speelse taal en duiken in thema's als tellen en muzikale alfabetten. Haar achtergrond in journalistiek en haar focus op geletterdheid informeren haar benadering van schrijven voor kinderen. Ze put vaak uit folklore en brengt klassieke verhalen met een frisse kijk naar jonge lezers.
A universal ode to babies and their milestones that celebrates all the joys in a baby’s first year. Join three babies, encouraged by their families, as they grow more and more active with each day--crying, smiling, eating, teething, rolling, crawling, walking, and talking--culminating in a birthday celebration for all the kids. With rhythmic, rhyming text and sweet, soft illustrations, this is the perfect repeat read for babies’—and parents’—first year.
Through playful rhymes, a baby and her family explore various opposites during a lively day filled with fun activities like playing at the playground and savoring ice cream. The day concludes with a cozy bedtime story, leading to a peaceful sleep, highlighting the joys of family life and the concept of opposites in a relatable and engaging way.
Wearing food is much more fun than eating it in this sweet and sticky ode to toddler mealtime Applesauce is fun to wear on your nose or in your hair. Toast is always nice and flat. What could make a better hat? What's more fun than eating your food? Wearing it, and toddlers are especially talented at that. This adorable picture book features a diverse cast of babies making a delightful mess at mealtime.
Ahoy, matey! Join jaunty pirate Captain Jack as he uses every color of the rainbow to pick out his outfit in this bright and bold read-aloud. It’s the crack o’ dawn, and dapper Pirate Jack is ready t’ get dressed for a day out on the high seas with his motley crew. He’ll need every color of the rainbow to make his outfit complete—from his itchy gray long johns and his toasty pink socks to his bright red sash and his cozy purple coat. And he won’t be forgettin’ his black eye patch and trusty brown peg leg, either! But just as he’s about to step outside, he realizes he’s still missing one color: green! Thank goodness a certain feathered friend is ready to jump from her swing and onto his shoulder to complete his colorful look. Squawk!
A Creation Story from the Mien Tribe of Laos
The story unfolds with celestial beings Faam Koh and his sister Faam Toh, who descend from heaven to create the sky and the earth, respectively. Their divine collaboration sets the stage for a rich narrative exploring themes of creation, sibling bonds, and the interplay between the heavens and the world below. As they shape the universe, readers are invited to witness the magic and wonder of their celestial tasks, highlighting the significance of their roles in the cosmos.