Here come the library babies, ready to give you a tour of their favourite local library! There's no place more magical than a library, where adventures can be had both inside the pages of a book and out. Here you can find hidden nooks for reading, encounter new worlds during story time, and take the big step of signing up for your very first library card. From puppet shows to getting to take out towering stacks of books to enjoy at home, this joyful board book teaches every child that through books and libraries, the possibilities are endless. And the fun doesn't end there: Library Babies includes oodles of activities and educational reading tips to help parents enjoy the book with their children over and over again!

Hello, fish. Howdy, seahorse! What's up, turtle? Hello, Ocean Friends... Making connections between images on a page and the real world is an important building block for your baby's communication skills--and this charming introduction to ocean creatures, paired with friendly text and bold, basic patterns, provides an important high-contrast experience for young developing eyes. Using simple greetings like Hi there, starfish and Hola, jellyfish alongside black-and-white art by Julissa Mora, Hello, Ocean Friends is the perfect building block for babies just beginning to look around and learn about their world. Selected by the NYPL Summer Reading Challenge 2017. Also available: Hello, Baby Animals and Hello, Garden Bugs. Coming soon: Hello, My World.

Here come the Brooklyn babies, ready to give you a tour of their 'hood in this appealing board book. Spirited and charming images pair with quirky text to introduce young readers to a group of smart, active, stylish, and just plain silly tots enjoying life in Brooklyn. From Prospect Park to the Botanical Garden to the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, this educational and entertaining read is an essential introduction to the fun, arts, and diversity in store for the babies of Brooklyn.
And the fun doesn't end here. Brooklyn Baby includes oodles of amusing activities and educational reading tips, to help parents enjoy the book with their children over and over again

New York babies don't just say "Mama" - they say "MoMA"! And they know all of the important shapes, like pizza and bagels and pretzels. In New York Baby, diverse babies act as the guides, showcasing where they live and play in the big city while providing an authentic tour of all things local in this colorful board book. From famed attractions to iconic sights, this educational and entertaining read captures the essence of what it means to live in and visit New York City. The last spread offers tips for activities to enjoy on every page of the book, from finding hidden objects to pointing to shapes and letters, allowing the book to be read over and over again!

Dance away with an international lineup of babies in this fantastic follow-up to Babies Around the World.

This small and sturdy accordion book opens up to stand alone on a crib, carpet, or bed, making easy for your baby to enjoy tummy time, all the time. One side features vibrantly illustrated smiling babies and cheerful images and the opposite side is in high-contrast black and white patterns, perfect for baby's developing eyes. And with two reflective pages your baby can see him or herself and practice those future smiles! Since the American Academy of Pediatrics and other top pediatric organisations around the world recommend tummy time to help "build the strength and coordination needed for rolling over, crawling, reaching, and playing" this book is not just fun, it's also good for your baby. Also available: TummyTime: Animal Parade.

A board book that celebrates two of our favourite things: bookstores and babies!

This lift-the-flap board book filled with warm and lively illustrations by Violet Lemay teaches toddlers all about friendship. We're different! We're the same! Can we be friends? Of course we can! Friends can come from anywhere. Friends can live in any kind of house. Friends can be different ages. Friends can look different. And friends can have different faiths. This sweet board book celebrates friendship and the importance of embracing our differences. It joyfully shows diverse children from all over the world and teaches a valuable lesson: we are all just people and we are all worthy of friendship. Violet Lemay's many charming books for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers include Library Babies, The Obamas: A Lift-the-Flap Book, TummyTime: Happy Baby, and Healthy, Healthy. Love, Love, Love.

The journey starts in a sunny day in New York City and ends on a beautiful San Francisco night with stops in Mexico City, Rio de Janeiro, London, Paris, Cape Town, Cairo, Beijing, and Tokyo. These friendly babies welcome us to their cities with delightful greetings in their original language (with English translations) in a simple narration that will appeal to any global mini citizen.

Pablo Picasso is one of the most celebrated artists in the world, and this amusing book shows his life in a remarkably original way. By featuring 100 Pablo Picassos throughout the book, young readers will explore the artist life from his childhood, to his major contributions to modern art, and from his love for pets to his endless curiosity about life. The book also invites readers to count the Picassos all the way to a 100, adding an entertaining element to discover the life and work of the great Pablo Picasso. Guided Reading Level: N3

Carolyn is in a wheelchair, but she doesn't let that stop her! She can do almost everything the other kids can, even if sometimes she has to do it a little differently. Includes a Note to Parents, Caregivers, and Teachers with more information on discussing disabilities with children and helping them to build positive, empathic relationships.

In this snapshot of San Francisco, spirited and charming images pair with quirky text to guide young readers through this unique city. Babies act as tour guides, showcasing where they live and play in the city while providing an authentic tour of all things local in this sturdy and appealing board book. From famed attractions to iconic landmarks, this educational and entertaining read captures the essence of what it means to live in and visit the City by the Bay.

In this book with flaps readers will discover some of the most motivational words and moments that made the Obama presidency a remarkable period in history. Concepts like Peace, Love, Hope, Dreams, the Environment, and Equality are highlighted with large flaps that reveal the Obamas' contributions to the world stage. Lift the flap that says 'Hope' and the words "We are the change that we seek" are revealed, while the flap about Dreams reminds us that the Obamas "worked for the planet." With vibrant illustrations by Violet Lemay and simple text, The Obamas: A Lift-the-Flap Book is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the inspiring life of Barack and Michelle Obama.