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Children’s / Teenage General Interest: Nature, Animals, the Natural World
Big Changes for Plum!
Plum wholeheartedly believes that the Athensville Zoo is the best zoo on the planet—and the most perfect home. So when trucks roll in and signs are posted about the zoo undergoing a total renovation, Plum can’t think of anything worse! Where are they taking all his friends? What will happen to all...
Can You Hear the Plants Speak?
Our people believe spirit lives in everything. Mountain, river, wind, tree. Come, take a walk with me. What do we learn from plants when we listen to them speaking? Indigenous plantsman Nicholas Hummingbird calls on the legacy of his great-grandparents to remember how one drop of rain, one seed,...
The Cats of Silver Crescent
With her mother busy traveling for work, Elsby isn’t thrilled to be spending a few weeks with her great-aunt Verity. Luckily, she has her notebook and a lush garden to sketch to help pass the time. But a visitor takes Elsby by surprise: a cat standing on its two hind legs and dressed like a sailor...
The City Sings Green & Other Poems About Welcoming Wildlife
In Oslo, Norway: citizens create a honeybee highway that stretches from one side of the city to the other, offering flowerpots, resting spots, bee boxes, and beehives—even water fountains—every eight hundred feet. In the Bronx, New York: a community rallies to clean their river and cheers at the...
Curious George Storybook Favorites
Whether he’s taking a train, celebrating a birthday, or visiting the library, Curious George is eager to experience new things and have fun doing so! With eight beloved stories in a gorgeous hardcover, Curious George Storybook Favorites is perfect for the collector and readers coming to these...
Egg

Egg 2024

Crack the code of the incredible egg in this beautifully illustrated nonfiction picture book by Caldecott Honor-winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page. Hatching a plan for survival isn’t always easy in the wild. And how animals lay, protect, and even use each other's eggs as a food source help...
Flamingos Are Pretty Funky
Flamingos are tall, wading birds known for their bright pink color. Their nests look like tiny volcanoes, and they live in areas that are considered extreme—from nearly boiling bodies of water filled with corrosive chemicals to cold, mountainous regions where ice freezes around their feet. And if...
The Great Zoodini
The Great Zoodini—aka Radar the fennec fox—has never fit in. In fact, his only friend is a stuffed rabbit. Ever since his first family abandoned him, he’s had one goal: become world famous and show everyone how wrong they were about him. But no matter how many daring escapes Zoodini’s tried, he’s...
Horace & Bunwinkle
Life is never quiet at the Homestead. First, it was disappearing animals, then a power-hungry dairy queen. Now it’s a Renaissance Faire, a noisy, stinky spectacle that drives Horace to distraction. Bunwinkle, on the other hand, can’t get enough of the festivities—she loves the thrilling jousts, the...
The Iguanodon
Ever since mysterious bones were found in 1822, scientists and artists have tried to figure out what the creature they came from looked like. But it seems that every time they’ve made up their minds, someone makes a new discovery, and they have to start all over. That’s only fair, though—after all,...
Lucky Duck

Lucky Duck 2024

Between his unusually giant feet and early hatching, Frank is notably different from his siblings Darryl and Darlene. Determined to make his mom proud, Frank strives to be the best duckling he can be. Despite his efforts, Frank seems drawn to unduckly pursuits and doesn’t understand why certain...
No Sam! and the Meow of Deception
No Sam, Book 2
Sam the pug, the Peterson family’s self-proclaimed “Human Being” and “chief security officer,” faces his biggest challenge yet: his sidekick Meow can talk (thanks to Sam’s “language lessons”), but now a mysterious mad bomber is after him. As Sam works to protect Meow, he must also uncover the truth...
The One and Only Family
Ivan has been happily living in a wildlife sanctuary, with his friend Ruby next door in the elephant enclosure, frequent visits from his canine friend Bob, and his mate Kinyani by his side. And in the happiest turn of all, Ivan and Kinyani have welcomed a set of twins to their family! Ivan loves...
Pete the Cat Screams for Ice Cream!
Pete the Cat, Book 72
The Just Chillin’ ice cream truck is coming today and Pete the Cat can't wait. He runs as fast as he can to find the truck. It's getting late, but his friends need his help. Will Pete take a little time out of his day to help his friends? Follow Pete the Cat as he learns that it's always cool to be...
Pete the Cat’s Wacky Taco Tuesday
Pete the Cat, Book 70
It’s Tuesday, and Pete is hungry for delicious tacos. But the taqueria is closed! Pete has an idea—he and his family will make their own tacos, even if they don't have the typical toppings. Will a scoop of creativity and a dollop of problem-solving be the right ingredients to save Taco...
Pete the Cat
Pete the Cat, Book 75
Pete the Cat just got some new wheels. Beep, beep, beep! And as he's grooving down the street, he bumps into one friend, two friends, three! When they pile up in the car, Pete can't keep count and wonders if there is room for everyone.
Plum to the Rescue!
Plum is sure he can handle supervising five energetic—and mischievous—peachicks. How hard could it be? When one of the chicks ends up in the clutches of two notorious, badly behaved young zoo patrons, Plum will face his most thrilling adventure yet—a rescue mission outside the zoo walls!
Shared Space
Mouse liked having his own yard. There was never a stick out of place. There was room to stretch. Room to move. But when Pak-Rat moves in next door, Mouse realized two things: One: A neighbor meant sharing the yard. Two: It was going to be a problem.
Solar Bear

Solar Bear 2024

Journey with a solar bear who shines a light on the endangered species around the world and join the cause with your own mighty roar in this hopeful love letter to planet Earth and those who inhabit it. The Earth is ours. Yours and mine. So dare to care. To glow. To shine. 'Cause if you...
They Call Me No Sam!
No Sam, Book 1
Meet Sam: an insolent pug—and incidental hero—who will stop at nothing to protect his family! When scientists Elaine and Gary Peterson adopt Sam to keep their son, Justin, company in the midst of a top-secret research project, they never imagine the precocious pup will cause more harm than good....
Tomorrow
A daylily blooms for just one day, opening when the sun comes up and closing when it sets. In Chris Raschka’s extraordinary garden, seven daylilies bloom for others during the course of a sun-drenched week—for example, Monday’s lily blooms for the baby, and Saturday’s lily blooms for friends. The...
Trouble Finds Plum!
Raccoons have invaded the Athensville Zoo! And it’s up to Plum and his friends to save their beloved home. From award-winning author-artist Matt Phelan, *Trouble Finds Plum!* is the third book about a young peacock whose adventures are funny, hopeful, and always kindhearted. A funny, highly...
Ursula Upside Down
Ursula finds confidence in seeing the world her own way in another innovative, flipped-format picture book from Caldecott Honor and Geisel Award winner Corey R. Tabor. Ursula is a happy catfish, swimming through a shimmering river with weeds waving above and a sky full of scrumptious bugs below....
Warriors: A Starless Clan
Can a Clan that has turned on itself ever truly recover? The fate of all Clanhood hangs in the balance. After killing Harelight and pronouncing himself leader of RiverClan, Splashtail's thirst for power has only grown. Soon his greed threatens the safety of not only RiverClan but all Clans. Yet...
Warriors: A Starless Clan
A crossroads for the Clans—and the warrior code! The warrior code now allows a cat to formally change Clans, but ShadowClan’s newest arrival feels increasingly unwelcome—and though ShadowClan warrior Sunbeam thinks every cat deserves a chance, one of the loudest voices of opposition is her own...
Warriors: A Starless Clan
Frostpaw has returned to the lake just in time to reveal all she knows at the Gathering—but the Clans are reluctant to believe an apprentice who’s already admitted to lying about her visions in the past, and she is forced to take refuge in ShadowClan as Splashtail seizes control of her home. While...
Warriors: Changing Skies
Still healing from an accident that almost killed her, Tawnypelt is eager to share the message she received from StarClan about a “great peril” looming over the clans. But her vision is dismissed by her son and leader, Tigerstar, leaving Tawnypelt with no choice but to take action on her...
Warriors: The Prophecies Begin
For generations, four Clans of wild cats have shared the forest according to the laws laid down by their warrior ancestors. But now the ThunderClan cats are in grave danger, and sinister ShadowClan grows stronger every day. In the midst of this turmoil appears an ordinary house cat named Rusty......
Why We Went Extinct
If your species happens to be alive right now, you should feel very lucky. You probably know about the downfall of the dinosaurs and how the dodo bird met its doom. But you might not have heard about the other weird and wonderful creatures throughout the eons that just didn’t make it. But that...
The Wolf Effect
From award-winning author Rosanne Parry and acclaimed illustrator Jennifer Thermes, *The Wolf Effect* is an interactive, educational, narrative nonfiction picture book chronicling the reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone National Park and the trophic cascade effect they caused. Featuring a...
Wow in the World
What in the wow is a moonbow? Where in the wow was a cat named mayor? Why in the wow is bubblegum pink? And how in the wow does Uranus stink? From an island of pigs to astronauts who wear diapers, the world is full of bonkerballs stuff! Luckily, Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz, hosts of the #1 children’s...

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Warriors: Changing Skies

Warriors: Changing Skies November 4, 2025

Still healing from an accident that almost killed her, Tawnypelt is eager to share the message she received from StarClan about a “great peril” looming over the clans. But her vision is dismissed by her son and leader, Tigerstar, leaving Tawnypelt with no choice but to take action on her...
Warriors: The Prophecies Begin
For generations, four Clans of wild cats have shared the forest according to the laws laid down by their warrior ancestors. But now the ThunderClan cats are in grave danger, and sinister ShadowClan grows stronger every day. In the midst of this turmoil appears an ordinary house cat named Rusty......
No Sam! and the Meow of Deception
No Sam, Book 2
Sam the pug, the Peterson family’s self-proclaimed “Human Being” and “chief security officer,” faces his biggest challenge yet: his sidekick Meow can talk (thanks to Sam’s “language lessons”), but now a mysterious mad bomber is after him. As Sam works to protect Meow, he must also uncover the truth...
Big Changes for Plum!

Big Changes for Plum! September 30, 2025

Plum wholeheartedly believes that the Athensville Zoo is the best zoo on the planet—and the most perfect home. So when trucks roll in and signs are posted about the zoo undergoing a total renovation, Plum can’t think of anything worse! Where are they taking all his friends? What will happen to all...
Curious George Storybook Favorites
Whether he’s taking a train, celebrating a birthday, or visiting the library, Curious George is eager to experience new things and have fun doing so! With eight beloved stories in a gorgeous hardcover, Curious George Storybook Favorites is perfect for the collector and readers coming to these...
Warriors: A Starless Clan

Warriors: A Starless Clan September 23, 2025

Can a Clan that has turned on itself ever truly recover? The fate of all Clanhood hangs in the balance. After killing Harelight and pronouncing himself leader of RiverClan, Splashtail's thirst for power has only grown. Soon his greed threatens the safety of not only RiverClan but all Clans. Yet...
Pete the Cat

Pete the Cat's Cool New Ride September 2, 2025

Pete the Cat, Book 75
Pete the Cat just got some new wheels. Beep, beep, beep! And as he's grooving down the street, he bumps into one friend, two friends, three! When they pile up in the car, Pete can't keep count and wonders if there is room for everyone.
Why We Went Extinct

Why We Went Extinct November 5, 2024

If your species happens to be alive right now, you should feel very lucky. You probably know about the downfall of the dinosaurs and how the dodo bird met its doom. But you might not have heard about the other weird and wonderful creatures throughout the eons that just didn’t make it. But that...
The Great Zoodini

The Great Zoodini July 23, 2024

The Great Zoodini—aka Radar the fennec fox—has never fit in. In fact, his only friend is a stuffed rabbit. Ever since his first family abandoned him, he’s had one goal: become world famous and show everyone how wrong they were about him. But no matter how many daring escapes Zoodini’s tried, he’s...
Pete the Cat Screams for Ice Cream!
Pete the Cat, Book 72
The Just Chillin’ ice cream truck is coming today and Pete the Cat can't wait. He runs as fast as he can to find the truck. It's getting late, but his friends need his help. Will Pete take a little time out of his day to help his friends? Follow Pete the Cat as he learns that it's always cool to be...
Flamingos Are Pretty Funky
Flamingos are tall, wading birds known for their bright pink color. Their nests look like tiny volcanoes, and they live in areas that are considered extreme—from nearly boiling bodies of water filled with corrosive chemicals to cold, mountainous regions where ice freezes around their feet. And if...
They Call Me No Sam!

They Call Me No Sam! June 4, 2024

No Sam, Book 1
Meet Sam: an insolent pug—and incidental hero—who will stop at nothing to protect his family! When scientists Elaine and Gary Peterson adopt Sam to keep their son, Justin, company in the midst of a top-secret research project, they never imagine the precocious pup will cause more harm than good....
Plum to the Rescue!

Plum to the Rescue! May 28, 2024

Plum is sure he can handle supervising five energetic—and mischievous—peachicks. How hard could it be? When one of the chicks ends up in the clutches of two notorious, badly behaved young zoo patrons, Plum will face his most thrilling adventure yet—a rescue mission outside the zoo walls!
Ursula Upside Down

Ursula Upside Down May 14, 2024

Ursula finds confidence in seeing the world her own way in another innovative, flipped-format picture book from Caldecott Honor and Geisel Award winner Corey R. Tabor. Ursula is a happy catfish, swimming through a shimmering river with weeds waving above and a sky full of scrumptious bugs below....
The Wolf Effect

The Wolf Effect May 7, 2024

From award-winning author Rosanne Parry and acclaimed illustrator Jennifer Thermes, *The Wolf Effect* is an interactive, educational, narrative nonfiction picture book chronicling the reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone National Park and the trophic cascade effect they caused. Featuring a...
The One and Only Family
Ivan has been happily living in a wildlife sanctuary, with his friend Ruby next door in the elephant enclosure, frequent visits from his canine friend Bob, and his mate Kinyani by his side. And in the happiest turn of all, Ivan and Kinyani have welcomed a set of twins to their family! Ivan loves...
Trouble Finds Plum!

Trouble Finds Plum! May 7, 2024

Raccoons have invaded the Athensville Zoo! And it’s up to Plum and his friends to save their beloved home. From award-winning author-artist Matt Phelan, *Trouble Finds Plum!* is the third book about a young peacock whose adventures are funny, hopeful, and always kindhearted. A funny, highly...
The Cats of Silver Crescent
With her mother busy traveling for work, Elsby isn’t thrilled to be spending a few weeks with her great-aunt Verity. Luckily, she has her notebook and a lush garden to sketch to help pass the time. But a visitor takes Elsby by surprise: a cat standing on its two hind legs and dressed like a sailor...
Can You Hear the Plants Speak?
Our people believe spirit lives in everything. Mountain, river, wind, tree. Come, take a walk with me. What do we learn from plants when we listen to them speaking? Indigenous plantsman Nicholas Hummingbird calls on the legacy of his great-grandparents to remember how one drop of rain, one seed,...
Horace & Bunwinkle

Horace & Bunwinkle April 16, 2024

Life is never quiet at the Homestead. First, it was disappearing animals, then a power-hungry dairy queen. Now it’s a Renaissance Faire, a noisy, stinky spectacle that drives Horace to distraction. Bunwinkle, on the other hand, can’t get enough of the festivities—she loves the thrilling jousts, the...
Shared Space

Shared Space April 9, 2024

Mouse liked having his own yard. There was never a stick out of place. There was room to stretch. Room to move. But when Pak-Rat moves in next door, Mouse realized two things: One: A neighbor meant sharing the yard. Two: It was going to be a problem.
The City Sings Green & Other Poems About Welcoming Wildlife
In Oslo, Norway: citizens create a honeybee highway that stretches from one side of the city to the other, offering flowerpots, resting spots, bee boxes, and beehives—even water fountains—every eight hundred feet. In the Bronx, New York: a community rallies to clean their river and cheers at the...
Warriors: A Starless Clan
A crossroads for the Clans—and the warrior code! The warrior code now allows a cat to formally change Clans, but ShadowClan’s newest arrival feels increasingly unwelcome—and though ShadowClan warrior Sunbeam thinks every cat deserves a chance, one of the loudest voices of opposition is her own...
Warriors: A Starless Clan
Frostpaw has returned to the lake just in time to reveal all she knows at the Gathering—but the Clans are reluctant to believe an apprentice who’s already admitted to lying about her visions in the past, and she is forced to take refuge in ShadowClan as Splashtail seizes control of her home. While...
Wow in the World

Wow in the World April 2, 2024

What in the wow is a moonbow? Where in the wow was a cat named mayor? Why in the wow is bubblegum pink? And how in the wow does Uranus stink? From an island of pigs to astronauts who wear diapers, the world is full of bonkerballs stuff! Luckily, Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz, hosts of the #1 children’s...
Solar Bear

Solar Bear March 19, 2024

Journey with a solar bear who shines a light on the endangered species around the world and join the cause with your own mighty roar in this hopeful love letter to planet Earth and those who inhabit it. The Earth is ours. Yours and mine. So dare to care. To glow. To shine. 'Cause if you...
The Iguanodon

The Iguanodon's Horn March 19, 2024

Ever since mysterious bones were found in 1822, scientists and artists have tried to figure out what the creature they came from looked like. But it seems that every time they’ve made up their minds, someone makes a new discovery, and they have to start all over. That’s only fair, though—after all,...
Pete the Cat’s Wacky Taco Tuesday
Pete the Cat, Book 70
It’s Tuesday, and Pete is hungry for delicious tacos. But the taqueria is closed! Pete has an idea—he and his family will make their own tacos, even if they don't have the typical toppings. Will a scoop of creativity and a dollop of problem-solving be the right ingredients to save Taco...
Lucky Duck

Lucky Duck February 27, 2024

Between his unusually giant feet and early hatching, Frank is notably different from his siblings Darryl and Darlene. Determined to make his mom proud, Frank strives to be the best duckling he can be. Despite his efforts, Frank seems drawn to unduckly pursuits and doesn’t understand why certain...
Tomorrow

Tomorrow's Lily February 13, 2024

A daylily blooms for just one day, opening when the sun comes up and closing when it sets. In Chris Raschka’s extraordinary garden, seven daylilies bloom for others during the course of a sun-drenched week—for example, Monday’s lily blooms for the baby, and Saturday’s lily blooms for friends. The...
Egg

Egg January 30, 2024

Crack the code of the incredible egg in this beautifully illustrated nonfiction picture book by Caldecott Honor-winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page. Hatching a plan for survival isn’t always easy in the wild. And how animals lay, protect, and even use each other's eggs as a food source help...