Books with author Anne Walker

An original, compelling, and visually stunning treatment of a common childhood predicament: overcoming a fear of the water. Lottie goes to swim lessons every Saturday, but she never gets in the water. That’s because she is convinced there is a shark in the pool, a shark that wants to eat her and only her. But then Walter appears. Walter likes singing and reading books and bubble baths, and his favorite food is fish sticks, just like Lottie. When Saturday rolls around again, Lottie is no more ready to jump in the pool than she was before. Or is she? Sometimes it just takes a special friend to find the courage that was inside you all along.

Award-winning and much-loved author and illustrator Anna Walker gives us a gentle, poignant, affirming and wise picture book sure to delight all ages. Mr. Huff is a story about the clouds and the sunshine in each of our lives.Bill is having a bad day. Mr Huff is following him around and making everything seem difficult.Bill tries to get rid of him, but Mr Huff just gets bigger and bigger!Then they both stop, and a surprising thing happens . . .

Mrs. Willy Nilly is a kindergarten teacher in a kindergarten through 12th-grade school. Dismayed to find her students forget her after they leave her class, she enlists the help of her current class. Together they come up with entertaining and amusing solutions who come up with entertaining and zany solutions such as skateboarding through the halls.

A funny, noisy parrot comes into Jack's life and brings him closer to his dad in an unexpected and moving way in this gorgeous, emotionally resonant picture book from the creator of Florette.Jack loves staying at his dad’s house. They have tacos and milkshakes, and make each other laugh. But lately Jack wonders if his dad is lonely when he isn’t there. Then Jimmy arrives. Jimmy is loud and obnoxious, but Dad thinks he’s clever and funny. Jack does not think he’s clever or funny. And he’s starting to wonder if Dad likes Jimmy better than he likes Jack. This beautifully written and illustrated book about the unconditional love a parent has for a child is both heartwarming and reassuring.

It’s time for bed, and Alfie can’t find his most important toy. Where could it be? There are plenty of places to look . . . and that makes focusing on getting ready to sleep very difficult. Whimsically illustrated in watercolor and collage, this delightful story celebrates the chaos of a typical evening routine with a preschooler—equal parts exasperating and endearing. Spare, simple text and silly humor make this a perfect bedtime choice for the very young.

It’s time to get dressed and go the park, but Alfie is still in his pajamas. Putting on clothes seems like the least appealing thing to do for this energetic and curious little alligator, especially when there are so many amusing distractions. And Alfie, like all preschoolers, is both easily sidetracked and easily entertained. Sparely written and whimsically illustrated in watercolor and collage, this is a delightful observation of the life of a small child, perfect for early-morning sharing.

Ollie the zebra loves so many things, but he especially loves vacations! Ollie celebrates all the wonderful things he loves about taking time off and experiencing new places—pleasures that resonate with every reader. In the bestselling spirit of Emily Gravett, Anna Walker’s simple, appealing text and gentle illustrations are ideal for a young audience. Runaway hits in Australia, the Ollie books are easy to love and hard to put down, and I Love Vacations is a delightful treat for parents and children to share wherever they go.

Mrs. Willy Nilly is a kindergarten teacher in a kindergarten through 12th-grade school. Dismayed to find her students forget her after they leave her class, she enlists the help of her current class. Together they come up with entertaining and amusing solutions who come up with entertaining and zany solutions such as skateboarding through the halls.