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It's not just people who can change the world, but animals too! These amazing stories introduce children to the real life animals who changed history. From a cow that helped save millions, to a dog who captured a spy, to a bear that inspired stories known the world over; Amazing Animals Who Changed the World teaches that you don't have to be big (or even human!) to make a difference.

With beautiful illustrations and fun and engaging stories, Amazing Animals Who Changed the World is sure to entertain and inspire! Amazing Animals Who Changed the World is written by Heidi Poelman, illustrated by Kyle Kershner, and published by Familius.

These incredible stories introduce children to the real life amazing animals who changed history!

Amazing Animals Who Changed the World

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There are all the “normal” pets—cats, dogs, hamsters, and the other animals you’d find in a pet store. But then there are pets who do fantastic, superb, extraordinary things. Pets with wild hairdos. Pets who make noises like a trumpet. Pets who can walk super tall, lay eggs, and slither around. Even pets that are huggable or waterproof.

If you could wish for any animal as a pet, which would you choose? And what would make your pet unique? A friend to the end, a pet all your own. You’d just have to make a wish, find a leash, and walk them home.

Pairing kids with the creatures who fit their unique style, A Pet Like No Other embraces all the ways people (and their pets) can truly be one-of-a-kind. Gorgeously illustrated by French artist Barroux, A Pet Like No Other is written by Harriet Ziefert and published by Blue Apple Books.

Lots of people have a pet cat, or a dog, or a hamster. But what if you could have a pet that was totally unique?

A Pet Like No Other

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage

Meet Chip, the boss of a bodega in New York City. What’s a bodega? It’s a grocery store—but it’s also more than that. It’s a place to see friends, have fun, and grab the best Dominican food in the city. Throughout the day, Chip is there to make sure nothing gets missed, and everyone feels welcome. Sometimes, that means counting bottles of soap. Sometimes, it means playing hide-and-seek with the regulars.

Come see the world through the eyes of a kitty who never rests… unless he’s chasing pigeons with his human brother Damian or taking a nap on a bag of potato chips. Day or night, in a rush or on a delivery, Chip will never let you down.

Bodega Cat is an ode to New York’s feline friends and the people who give the city heart. The slice-of-life narrative explores themes of diversity, inclusion, community, and the richness to be found in shared experiences. Written and illustrated by Louie Chin, the book is published by POW! (a division of powerHouse Packaging & Supply, Inc.). Chip is based on a real, playful orange tabby named Simba.

Chip is the boss of a bodega in New York City. He also happens to be a cat. How does a feline keep the place humming?

Bodega Cat

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Friendship

There’s a duck on Alligator’s lawn, and Alligator isn’t happy about it. Worse, when Alligator tries to get Duck to go away, the bird says they’re nobody’s duck. But how can that be? Surely, this is someone’s duck. Starting to grow impatient, Alligator sets off to find whoever is responsible for this quacky individual.

From the library to theater, to the race track, to a leap from an airplane, Alligator and Duck search all over town. Will they ever find out whose duck this is? And will some of Duck’s sunny attitude rub off on Alligator along the way? Whatever happens, one thing is sure: This duck knows how to have a good time.

A silly adventure about being uptight, learning to let go, and grasping the idea of friendship, Nobody’s Duck shows us that sometimes the thing we’re looking for has been right in front of us all along. Written and illustrated by Geisel Honor winner Mary Sullivan, Nobody’s Duck is published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.

There’s a duck on Alligator’s lawn, and Alligator isn’t happy about it. Just whose duck is this, anyway?

Nobody's Duck

October: Orchard, Harvest & Fall

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Early Childhood

Bow wow wow, it’s Howl-oween! Get ready for some canine fun! Costumed dogs tote goodie pails through the streets, where they do tricks to earn their treats. Kids and adults alike will absolutely love seeing these delightful pups dressed for the occasion—as a bee, a vampire, a hot dog, and so much more! It’ll be im-paw-ssible not to love this adorable story filled with playful scenery and puppy puns (hint: check the tombstones).

Originally created as a deluxe pop-up book, this enchanting title is published by Jumping Jack Press—a division of Up With paper. Happy Howl-oween is written by Janet Lawler and illustrated by Kathryn Selbert, with paper engineering by Renee Jablow.


Bow wow wow, it’s Howl-oween! Dogs do tricks to earn their treats, up and down the spooky streets!

Happy Howloween: A Canine Pop-Up Treat

All the animals are out for a fun-filled night of trick-or-treating at the Zoo! Join elephants, zebras, hippos, kangaroos, and more, as they wear silly costumes and celebrate Halloween together.

This spooktacular story is based on a deluxe pop-up book - full of fun and surprises on every page.

Halloween at the Zoo is written by George White, illustrated by Jason O'Malley and engineered by Bruce Foster. 

All the animals are out for a fun-filled night of trick-or-treating at the Zoo! Happy Halloween!

Halloween At The Zoo

Be Kind

Unicorn is a unicorn. And Horse is, well... not. Grab a pink cupcake and laugh along with this hilarious story about two very different animals - one seems magical and perfect and the other... well... doesn't. But, outside appearances don't always tell the whole story.

Unicorn (and Horse) is a funny yet endearing lesson on envy with one important truth: We are sometimes unicorns. We are sometimes horses. But, it's our differences that make us all unique. And, friendship can come in all shapes and sizes.
Readers of all ages will love giggling along with this silly yet heartwarming story. Unicorn (and Horse) is written by David Miles, illustrated by Hollie Mengert and published by Familius.

Unicorn is a unicorn. And Horse is, well... not. But appearances don't always tell the whole story. 

Unicorn (and Horse)

There’s a dairy cow on Jack’s farm. She’s spotted and strong, and she likes to chew the grass that grows in Jack’s pasture. Every day, Jack milks the dairy cow—and the cow gives him eight gallons of milk. What does he do with all that milk?

Well, kids drink the milk and pour it on their cereal. The milk is boiled into yogurt or whipped up with vanilla and sugar to make whipped cream. It’s even an ingredient in ice cream. Kittens like to eat the milk’s cream—and the cream can be churned into butter. There’s something else the milk is used for too. Something that just about everybody loves.

The Cow that Jack Milked is a charmingly simple tale of how one dairy cow can provide food for an entire community. Written by Margo Linn, illustrated by Brian Fitzgerald, and published by Blue Apple Books.

Where do the milk, the butter, the yogurt, the whipped cream, and even the ice cream come from? Better ask Jack.

The Cow that Jack Milked

For Jack the cat there is nothing better than sitting in his favorite chair and listening to his favorite music! But, today something is different. Someone else is sitting in Jack’s favorite seat! Walrus has decided it is his favorite seat, too. Neither Jack nor Walrus want to share, so they race off to find a brand new best seat. The duo try every possible seat in the house, but will they ever be able to find the very best seat? And, in the process, will they discover something even better?

Giggle along as Jack and Walrus race to find the very best spot to nap. Even more than a fun-filled, silly race to relaxation, The Best Seat is a story of an unlikely duo finding common ground, learning to share, and forging a new friendship through shared experiences. The Best Seat is written by Zach Hamilton and published by StoryBook Genius Publishing.


When someone is in Jack’s favorite seat, it will be a race to find an even better “best seat!”

The Best Seat

Be Creative

Get ready to sing along with this rockin' band of inquisitive ants! "Why why why is the sky always blue, and the ocean is so deep?" This catchy song is full of the questions every kiddo asks... the questions of our lives!

A fun sing-along song that asks the question on everyone's mind: why why why?

Why Why Why?

When Lucy’s new owners rescue her from the pound, the little girl shows Lucy around her new home. Then suddenly, Lucy starts to howl. “Wah-ooo-ooo-roo,” Lucy howls in the morning. She keeps howling in the afternoon, then on into the night. Dad tries showing Lucy a mirror, in case she misses other dogs. Mom makes Lucy special foods and treats. They even take Lucy to a dog psychologist, who prescribes classical music and lullabies.

Day after day, nothing can stop Lucy from crying. If she doesn’t stop soon, Mom says they’ll have to take her back to the pound. Then the little girl has an idea—an idea that just might rescue Lucy once more.

Lucy Rescued tells the story of an anxious pup who needs some friends of her own. The story shows the difficulties that come with adopting a pet, and how patience, love, and understanding can be just what an animal needs to feel at home. Written by Harriet Ziefert, illustrated by Barroux, and published by Blue Apple Books.

When Lucy is brought home from the pound, she begins to howl. Why is she crying—and can anything make her stop?

Lucy Rescued

Be You

Kid at Heart

One day, while walking through the forest, Steve finds a beautiful gold horn. Instantly, he knows he has found the path to being exceptional. (That means special.) Steve ties the horn to the top of his head and prances off to show his friends. Everyone but Bob is impressed—and many are so inspired, they start tying items to the top of their heads as well.

But when Steve finds his horn has gone missing, he’s devastated. (That means really bummed.) Frantically, he searches to find it. Because without his beautiful gold horn, Steve can’t be an exceptional horse. Can he? Come along with Steve as he sets out to find an answer, and a valuable life lesson along the way.

Narrated by the exceptional Rainn Wilson, A Horse Named Steve is a story about how you can be special whether you’re different or whether you’re just like everyone else. It also celebrates the child-like impulse to be and do what feels fun in the moment. With light vocabulary-building elements, A Horse Named Steve is written and illustrated by Kelly Collier, and published by Kids Can Press.

One day, while walking through the forest, Steve (voiced by Rainn Wilson) finds a beautiful gold horn. It just might make him exceptional.