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A Sick Day for Amos McGee
Amos McGee gets up early every morning, excited to get to his job at the zoo. While at the zoo, he is able to spend time with all of his friends--the tortoise he runs races with, the owl he reads to, and many others. One day, Amos is sick and can't go to work. Instead, his animal friends make a visit to his house to keep him company. This book is beautifully illustrated and will delight both kids and adults.… read more »
All of Baby Nose to Toes
From eyes to ears, tummy to nose, legs to toes, there's a lot for baby to discover - and even more for a family to love. Bright, buoyant art and a roly-poly little baby are sure to inspire plenty of giggling and grabbing and feet-in-the-air-ing. For every baby - and every parent who loves that baby to bits - here's the perfect first book.… read more »
Baby Unplugged: Blanket
Winner of a 2012 Mom's Choice Award Gold Medal! A celebration of blankets - their sublime, enduring comfort, their fuzz, even their smell - by blue manatee's own, Dr. John Hutton. From the new Baby Unplugged™ series, celebrating icons of childhood, rooted in how developing brains work. Kids need and learn best through real experiences, real people, and exploring the real world - simple joys these icons provide. Technology can wait. Unplug, tune in, and have fun! … read more »
Baby Unplugged: Complete Set!
Winner of a 2012 Mom's Choice Award Gold Medal! Unplug all the way, with all 3 books in one fun set. Curl up with Blanket, romp in Yard, and roll and laugh with Pets, from blue manatee's own, Dr. John Hutton. From the wonderful new Baby Unplugged™ series, celebrating icons of childhood, rooted in how developing brains work. Kids need and learn best through real experiences, real people, and exploring the real world - simple joys these rituals and icons provide. Technolo… read more »
Baby Unplugged: Pets
Winner of a 2012 Mom's Choice Award Gold Medal! "Touch pets, feel pets, the best are real pets!" A celebration of pets - real pets, not the virtual kind - and the fun and love they offer, by blue manatee's own, Dr. John Hutton. From the new Baby Unplugged™ series, celebrating icons of childhood, rooted in how developing brains work. Kids need and learn best through real experiences, real people, and exploring the real world - simple joys these icons provide. Technol… read more »
Baby Unplugged: Yard
Winner of a 2012 Mom's Choice Award Gold Medal! A celebration of the backyard and the magic it reveals, by blue manatee's own, Dr. John Hutton. From the new Baby Unplugged™ series, celebrating icons of childhood, rooted in how developing brains work. Kids need and learn best through real experiences, real people, and exploring the real world - simple joys these icons provide. Technology can wait. Unplug, tune in, and have fun!… read more »
Blueberries for Sal
The adventures of a little girl and a baby bear while hunting for blueberries with their mothers one bright summer day. All the color and flavor of the sea and pine-covered Maine countryside. A Caldecott Honor Book… read more »
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? - board
A rhythmic text and bold collage illustrations combine to introduce children to a variety of animals and colors in this classic book for the very young. The chant-like text ("Brown Bear, Brown Bear, what do you see? I see a red bird looking at me. Red, Red Bird, what do you see? I see a yellow duck looking at me," and so on) practically begs to be read aloud while the lovely illustrations promote close observation with their bright colors and interesting textures. A staple in a toddler's home li… read more »
Bumble-Ardy
In this highly anticipated picture book, Sendak once again explores the exuberance of young children and the unshakable love between parent (in this case, an aunt) and child.… read more »
But Not the Hippopotamus
Serious silliness for all ages from the inimitable Sandra Boynton. A lively, rhyming jaunt about friendship and belonging, brimming with empathy. Starring hogs, frogs, pigs, mice, and of course, YES the hippopotamus. But not the armadillo...… read more »
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom (lap, board)
A told B,and B told C,I'll meet you at the top of the coconut tree... In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no — Chicka Chicka Boom Boom!… read more »
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom - hardcover
A told B, and B told C, I'll meet you at the top of the coconut tree. In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the cocunut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no - Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom! The well-known authors of Barn Dance and Knots on a Counting Rope have created a rhythmic alphabet chant that rolls along on waves of fun. Lois Ehlert's rainbow of bright, bold, cheerful colors makes the merry parade of letters unforgettable.… read more »
Corduroy
Corduroy has been on the department store shelf for a long time. Yet as soon as Lisa sees him, she knows that he's the bear she's always wanted. Her mother thinks he's a little shopworn- he's even missing a button! Still, Corduroy knows that with a bit of work he can tidy himself up and be just the bear for Lisa. And where better to start than with a quick search through the department store for a new button! … read more »
Counting Kisses: A Kiss and Read Book
With buoyant cartoons rendered in a bouquet of vibrant pastel tones, a book as irresistible as a baby's smile. At first, the baby in the story is anything but smiling; that's why her family tries to woo her into sleep with a countdown of kisses on every darling part of her body. Mommy starts things rolling with "ten little kisses on teeny tiny toes," and "nine laughing kisses on busy, wriggly feet." A joy to read together.… read more »
Crafty Chloe
Chloe is always creating and embellishing things. She struggles to find the perfect gift for her friend’s birthday, and when another girl purchases the doll that she had her eye on, she gets to work on some accessories for the doll. Her home-made dress comes in handy, as a mishap takes place at the party. Crafty Chloe ends up saving the day, and makes a new friend in the process! This book has so many elements that need to be reinforced for children, especially girls: creative problem-solv… read more »
Darth Paper Strikes Back
A long-awaited sequel to The Strange Case of Origami Yoda! Origami Yoda has solved a lot of problems, but his creator, Dwight, has plenty of his own. After a Paper Vader shows up, Dwight's behavior takes a turn to the "dark side," and he ends up getting suspended and possibly expelled from school. His friends, who believe that Origami Yoda has special Jedi powers, are compiling evidence to state their case to the school board to free Dwight. Find out what becomes of Dwight, Origami Yoda, P… read more »
Darth Vader: A 3-D Reconstruction Manual
Available exclusively at blue manatee until October 1st! Discover what lies inside Darth Vader layer by layer!… read more »
Dear Zoo
Dear Zoo is twenty-five years old — and still as popular as ever! Each animal arriving from the zoo as a possible pet fails to suit its prospective owner, until just the right one is found. Movable flaps reveal the contents of each package.… read more »
Edwina, The Dinosaur Who Didn't Know She Was Extinct
Everyone in town knows Edwina. She is the dinosaur who plays with the kids. She is the dinosaur who helps little old ladies cross the street. And best of all, she bakes yummy chocolate-chip cookies. Everyone loves Edwina... except Reginald Von Hoobie-Doobie. Reginald knows dinosaurs are extinct and it ready to prove it. But will anyone listen? And if they do, what will happen to Edwina? … read more »
Extra Yarn
Extra Yarn is about a girl named Annabelle who lives in a very dull, colorless town. She finds a box of brightly-colored yarn, so she knits herself a sweater. She has more yarn, so she knits for everyone and everything including the trees and a truck, until her whole city is covered in bright knitted goodness. A villainous archduke offers to buy the box, but Annabelle refuses. He steals it, but finds it contains no yarn at all, and with the help of just a bit more magic, it finds its w… read more »
Fire Truck - board
If you love fire trucks more than anything, this book is for you. One day young Matt awoke - a red FIRE TRUCK himself! He was part of it, resembling his little red bed, but much larger, painted across two full pages. It had one driver, two ladders and everything else you might count, up to 10 big boots. He raced around on six wheels, with sirens blaring, rescued a cat and a teddy bear and put out a fire, all inthe living room. Then Matt smelled something special, parked in red ca… read more »
Frog and Toad Are Friends - hardcover
One summer day Toad was unhappy. He had lost the white, fourholed, big, round, thick button from his jacket. Who helped him look for it? His best friend, Frog. Another day, Frog was unhappy. He was sick in bed and looking green. Who gave him some tea and told him a story? His best friend, Toad. From the first enchanting story to the last, these five adventures of two best friends are packed with excitement, gaiety, and tender affection. Children will find this book delightful to read and beautif… read more »
George and Martha - hardcover
George and Martha: not, as one might think, the first president and his spouse, but two hippopotamuses created by the singular talent of James Marshall. For the past quarter century, these stories have entertained, intrigued, and delighted readers of all ages. The portly animals have also taught us, in a humorous and lighthearted way, about what it means to be a true friend. Without a doubt, two of the most lovable book characters ever created.… read more »
Goodnight Gorilla - board
Good night, Gorilla...Good night, Elephant...It's bedtime at the zoo, and all the animals are going to sleep.Or are they?Who's that short furry guy with the mischievous grin? Good night, Giraffe...Good night, Hyena...… read more »
Goodnight Moon - board
In a great green room, tucked away in bed, is a little bunny. "Goodnight room, goodnight moon." And to all the familiar things in the softly lit room--to the picture of the three little bears sitting in chairs, to the clocks and his socks, to the mittens and the kittens, to everything one by one--he says goodnight. In this classic of modern children's literature, the quiet poetry of the words and the gentle, lulling illustrations combine to make a perfect book for the end of the day.… read more »
Green Eggs and Ham - hardcover
Do you like them here, or there? Manatees love them anywhere! The beloved Seuss classic (the story of Sam-I-Am’s determined campaign to convince another Seussian character to eat a plate of green eggs and ham) makes a perfect gift that will be cherished by young and old alike.… read more »
Harold and the Purple Crayon - hardcover
One evening Harold decided to go for a walk in the moonlight. But there wasn't any moon, and Harold needed a moon for a walk in the moonlight. Fortunately, he had brought his purple crayon. So he drew a moon. He also needed something to walk on. So he drew a path... And thus begins one of the most imaginative and enchanting adventures in all of children's books. The creative concept behind this beloved story has intrigued children and kept them absorbed for generations, as page by page unfolds t… read more »
Hippos Go Berzerk!
How dull, to be one hippo all alone... until the one calls two other hippos on the phone. Soon three more hippos are at the door, bringing along another four. Before the night is through, a houseful of hippos (and one beast) has joined the one hippo for a boisterous bash. All through the hippo night, Hippos play with great delight. But at the hippo break of day, The hippos all must go away. In clusters of nine, eight, seven, six, and so on, the hippos depart, finally leaving… read more »
Hooray for Amanda and her Alligator!
6½ stories about 2 surprising friends. Having a stuffed alligator for a best friend can be surprising. Sometimes Amanda surprises her alligator with books. Sometimes Alligator surprises Amanda by eating them. But what happens when Amanda brings home a special—and not entirely welcome—surprise? The result might be unexpected indeed. Beloved author-illustrator Mo Willems has created a funny and tender portrait of friendship that readers of any age will love.… read more »
Hooray For Fish!
Paddle along with Little Fish on a mesmerizing underwater tour of friends spotty and stripy, happy and gripy, hairy and scary, even curly whirly and twisty twirly. From the creator of Maisy comes a tale that is sure to have little ones joining the chorus: Hooray for fish!… read more »
I Am A Bunny - board
I am a bunny. My name is Nicholas. I live in a hollow tree. In the spring, Nicholas likes to sniff the flowers, and in the summer, watch the frogs in the pond. In the fall, he watches the animals getting ready for winter, and in winter, watches the snow falling from the sky. One of Golden's most beloved titles.… read more »
Knuffle Bunny
Trixie, Daddy, and Knuffle Bunny take a trip to the neighborhood Laundromat. But the exciting adventure takes a dramatic turn when Trixie realizes somebunny was left behind - Using a combination of muted black-and-white photographs and expressive illustrations, this stunning book tells a brilliantly true-to-life tale about what happens when Daddy's in charge and things go terribly, hilariously wrong. A Caldecott Honor Book!… read more »
Look, Look!
Look, look! Children run, fish swim, stars shine . . . all for baby's eyes to see. This sturdy board book, full of high-contrast black-and-white cut-paper art perfect for staring at, is just the thing for the eyes of the youngest babies. A few words in curving red type on each spread describe the scenes -- a car races, a cat stretches, flowers bloom-- and extend the book's age appeal so that it will be fascinating to older babies, too. Striking and stylish, Look Look! is the ideal first board bo… read more »
Madeline
Set in picturesque Paris, this tale of a brave little girl's trip to the hospital is as appealing today as it was in 1940. The combination of spirited heroine, timelessly appealing art, cheerful humor, and rhythmic text makes "Madeline" a perennial favorite with children of all ages. … read more »
Miss Nelson Is Missing! - hardcover
The children in Miss Nelson's class go beyond misbehaving; they are downright terrible! Near her wits' end, Miss Nelson thinks up a brilliant plan. The next day the kids have a substitute--the nasty Viola Swamp--who loads the boys and girls with homework and never gives them a story hour. By the time Miss Nelson finally returns, the children are so grateful they behave well. But now Viola Swamp is missing....… read more »
Mockingjay
*** Special online manatee-commerce price *** As the last installment of The Hunger Games trilogy, Mockingjay answers all of your questions about the fates of Katniss, Peeta, and Gale. District 13 is alive with rebellious spirit, and Katniss has reluctantly decided to become "The Mockingjay," a symbol of hope. She must once again fight and struggle to survive and to save the ones she loves. This book is the most action-packed of the three, and ends the series in a way you are sure not to forget.… read more »
Moo, Baa, La La La!
Farmyard fun from Sandra Boynton in this favorite title. Great for laps and sharing, perfect for children of all ages. This raucous story about the sounds animals make -- including three pigs who say la la la! - is just right for reading aloud.… read more »
Mr. Brown Can Moo, Can You? (Hardcover)
There isn't a sound Mr. Brown can't do, from a hippo's gum chewing to a goldfish's kiss. The noisemakers are graphically illustrated and the "sound effects" are printed in big lettering.… read more »
My Teacher
In My Teacher, author and illustrator James Ransome beautifully describes the reasons why dedicated teachers continue to work so hard for their students. The teacher in this book inspires her students through writing, music, and giving, and tells her current students about the successes of her past students. This would be a perfect end-of-year gift for a favorite educator in your or your child's life. … read more »
Otis - hardcover
On the farm, Otis is best of friends with the little calf, who lives in the next barn stall over. But when Otis is replaced with the big yellow tractor, he is cast away behind the barn . . . until the little calf gets stuck in Mud Pond. It's Otis to the rescue! Loren Long has crafted an unforgettable story celebrating the power of friendship and perseverance.… read more »
Otis and the Tornado
Otis, the friendly tractor, is leading a rousing game of "follow the leader" with his farmyard friends. All of the animals play together, except for the bull, who scares everyone away with his snorting and stomping. Suddenly, the sky turns dark and the winds pick up, and a tornado forms. Otis bravely leads the animals to safety, but a cry is heard from far in the distance- from the bull! Otis doesn't think twice about helping the large, scared animal, and heads to the pen as fast as his wheels c… read more »
Pat the Bunny
The original classic touch and feel book that has been entertaining babies for over 60 years.… read more »
Peek-a WHO?
Colorful pictures and simple rhyming texts help children guess what's peeking through the die-cut windows in these two fun board books. The anticipation of what's hiding on the next page and th bright, engaging illustrations will keep youngsters guessing and giggling all the way to the suprise endings.… read more »
Peekaboo Kisses
Peekaboo! What's hiding behind those paws? Why, it's something woolly, something fluffy, something fuzzy, and something squeaky . . . a colorful menagerie of playful animals, each eager to be covered with kisses.With flaps to lift, a squeaker to press, and a peek-at-yourself mirror at the end, this touchable, smoochable new book from the popular creator of Animal Kisses and Baby Animal Kisses is loaded with fun, surprises, and, of course, plenty of kisses.… read more »
Planes
From Byron Barton's best-selling series of transportation books. Children explore the many ways we use airplanes, from seaplanes to crop dusters to planes that write messages in the sky. This very simple picture book about transportation 'will delight the youngest, and have enough meat for older preschoolers and beginning readers.… read more »
Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?
What will you hear when you read this book to a preschool child? Lots of noise! Children will chant the rhythmic words. They'll make the sounds the animals make. And they'll pretend to be the zoo animals featured in the book-- look at the last page!… read more »
Snuggle Puppy - board
A great big hug in book form, Snuggle Puppy is a year-round valentine from parent to child. It is bright, chunky, a pleasure to hold, and has a die-cut cover that reveals a glimpse of the joy inside before it's even opened. Best of all, it's packed, of course, with pure Boynton: her inimitable language, her inimitable illustrations, her inimitable sense of fun. "OOO, Snuggle Puppy of mine! Everything about you is especially fine..."… read more »
Stuck
Oliver Jeffers' newest picture book tells the tale of Floyd, and the hopeless day he finds himself retrieving his stuck kite from a tree. In his fateful position (that which we have all found ourselves in at one point or another) Floyd has the brilliant idea to fish it out by tossing up his favorite shoe. And that's when the trouble really began. Floyd's persistence and inventiveness unravel into hilarity as everything from a blue whale to a milkman and even the kitchen sink gets flung up (and e… read more »
Swimmy - hardcover
Deep in the sea there lives a happy school of little fish. Their watery world is full of wonders, but there is also danger, and the little fish are afraid to come out of hiding . . . until Swimmy comes along. Swimmy shows his friends how—with ingenuity and team work—they can overcome any danger. With its graceful text and stunning artwork, this Caldecott Honor Book deserves a place on every child’s shelf. … read more »
That's Not My Truck...
This delightful series of board books is aimed at very young children. The bright pictures, with their patches of different textures, are designed to develop sensory and language awareness. Babies and toddlers will love turning the pages and touching the feely patches.… read more »
The Birthday Box
What’s better than getting a brand-new toy as a birthday gift? Playing with the box it came in! Climb in for a flight across the ocean, a jaunt on a sailing ship, some sledding down a slippery slope, and, of course, a brief stint as a robot. Good thing the toy dog that came inside the box is happy to come along for the ride! The inimitable Leslie Patricelli draws from the well of parental wit and wisdom for her very first picture book adventure, starring everyone’s favorite baby char… read more »
The Napping House - board
There is a house,a napping house,where everyone is sleeping... A picture-book favorite returns as an oversize board book just right for lap reading. The misty blue artwork that chronicles the "dreaming child," "snoring granny" and a number of additional snoozers seems to bleed off the pages with their rounded corners, until that "wakeful flea" disrupts the sleepers and the sunny colors signal the end of naptime.… read more »
The Very Hungry Caterpillar - hardcover
One sunny Sunday, the caterpillar was hatched out of a tiny egg. He was very hungry. On Monday, he ate through one apple; on Tuesday, he ate through three plums--and still he was hungry. Strikingly bold, colorful pictures and a simple text in large, clear type tell the story of a hungry little caterpillar's progress through an amazing variety and quantity of foods. Full at last, he made a cocoon around himself and went to sleep, to wake up a few weeks later wonderfully transformed into a butterf… read more »
The Year of the Book
In Chinese, peng you means friend. But in any language, all Anna knows for certain is that friendship is complicated. When Anna needs company, she turns to her books. Whether traveling through A Wrinkle in Time, or peering over My Side of the Mountain, books provide what real life cannot—constant companionship and insight into her changing world. Books, however, can’t tell Anna how to find a true friend. She’ll have to discover that on her own. In the … read more »
Time For Bed - board
Darkness is falling everywhere and little ones are getting sleepy, feeling cozy, and being tucked in. It’s time for a wide yawn, a big hug, and a snuggle under the covers—sleep tight!… read more »
Tito's Inferno: Descent Into TitanMart
An original from blue manatee press, in the spirit of Roald Dahl, Lewis Carroll, and Trenton Lee Stewart, with not a little Dante blended in. Eleven-year-old Tito Skaggs thinks he's on just another lame summer car trip to Nature World. A detour to polluted Sanguine Lake proves him wrong, as his parents are swept away by its newest tenant, MegaMega TitanMart. Guided by a mysterious red-haired girl and a polite yet hulking figment concocted in a hotel bathroom, he must rescue them, bra… read more »
We're Going on A Bear Hunt (board book)
"We're going on a bear hunt. We're going to catch a big one."Will you come too? For twenty years, readers have been swishy swashing and splash sploshing through this award-winning favorite. Now fans of this classic story from Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury can celebrate with this special edition anniversary board book featuring a padded voer with refreshed cover art and gold foil page edges.… read more »
