picture books

"... a gentle narrative about how the main character, Kiko, cultivates happiness. The story provides a metaphor that compares the cultivation of a garden to the nurturing of happiness"--.

Text and illustrations provide a step-by-step look at how a skyscraper is built.

The author tells the story of her mother's experiences as a young girl as she escaped the Holocaust.

This picture book celebrates a love of books.

"Two seeds can't wait to be pears, but growing takes time and patience"--Provided by publisher.

"There are so many people in the world. Over seven billion! They come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and colors. Some are happy, and some are grumpy. Some live in tall towers in the city, while others live in cottages in the field. Some like to read, and some like to sing. And yet, even with so many people in this world, there is no one quite like you! "No One Else Like You" helps teach children about diversity and explains that despite our differences we all have something in common--we are all unique"--Provided by publisher.

"Otto is so excited for Christmas! He makes Dad's Christmas cookies look even better by adding globs of frosting and lots of sprinkles. When Mom uses new ornaments to decorate the Christmas tress, Otto decides that they need all of the old ornaments too--especially the star that never stops blinking! But Otto isn't done--he's determined to make this holiday that most Christmassy Christmas ever!"--Dust jacket flap.

"After an unsuccessful search for the perfect tree, Rory realizes Christmas is about being with family and friends"--.

"Mouse and Chipmunk covet the same nut"--.