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Mouse warns her array of animal neighbors of a coming storm in this high-spirited rhyming picture book about friendship, teamwork, and communication.When a giant storm appears on the horizon, Mouse rushes to alert her nearby neighbors. And there are a lot of them! Mouse’s warning sets off a game of telephone across the land, from Snail to Whale, Loon to Raccoon, Chimpanzee to Manatee! Can this quirky crew come together and take cover before the storm hits?

Mouse Calls

When a family car gets a flat on the way to a picnic, help is needed and time is ticking! Cranes are lifting, and pavers are paving. Diggers are digging, and workers are waving. But where is Sunny and her trusty tow truck? Written in sparse rhyme wonderful for reading aloud, Sunny’s Tow Truck Saves the Day! is the perfect book to introduce little readers to the concept of time, as well as to various workers and their vehicles. The bold, colorful illustrations by Christopher Lee bring this dynamic world to life.

Sunny's Tow Truck Saves the Day

Vampirina and her clan are determined to suck as much fun as they can from a host of wintry activities. From sledding to snow angels, there is quite a lot to do on this hauntingly beautiful night-and it's not complete until Vampirina tests her ballet skills on the ice!This cozy snow day tale and its enchanting cast of characters will warm your spirits.

Vampirina in the Snow

See the world through fresh eyes with this lush and lyrical picture book.There are so many intriguing eyes out in the world…and so many amazing things for those eyes to see! From a big-eyed bug and a stalk-eyed slug to a side-eyed frog and a wide-eyed dog, the family in this book doesn’t miss a single sight during their busy-eyed day the park.

Busy-Eyed Day

Moose is having a Valentine's Day party, and all his friends are so excited! Everyone except Groundhog, that is. If Groundhog sees his shadow outside, he'll hide in his hole for six more weeks and miss the party! Determined to help their friend join them, Moose, Squirrel, Bunny, and Porcupine put their heads together and come up with a plan. But will it be enough to get Groundhog out to play? This heartwarming picture book by the author of Vampirina Ballerina, with adorable illustrations by Christopher Denise, is sure to be a hit, whether readers are bursting for spring or snuggling up for six more weeks of winter.

Groundhug Day

When the summer moon is full, a beach trip is an epic way to spend the night. With her signature poise, Vampirina and her clan gear up for a festive time at the beach. Keeping her ballet lessons in mind, Vampirina demi-plié's on a surfboard, leaps for a volleyball, and finishes each competition with style, even if she doesn't always come out on top. 

Vampirina at the Beach

Pigloo

Advice for young vampires who aspire to become ballet dancers.

Vampirina Ballerina

Bear thinks he knows all about school, but when he arrives, he finds out things are much different than he expected them to be.

A Teacher for Bear

Vampirina wants to host a sleepover for her new friends from dance class.  But what will they think of her creepy castle home?

Vampirina Ballerina Hosts a Sleepover

Jamie wears his Super Safety Badge proudly.  It shows he's learned all of Officer Crane's Rules for Stranger Safety.  But when he meets a stranger after school, will he remember what to do?

Never Ever Talk to Strangers

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