Books with author Chronicle Books LLC Staff

In this new series by award-winning author Sandra Markle, famous explorers take a back seat to the animals they encountered along the way. While nothing about Christopher Columbus' journey was expected, he couldn't have imagined feasting on roasted lizard! Through nimble writing and beautiful paintings, this series casts the past in a whole new light!

Each year millions of tweens and teens embark on their very first job as babysitters. With this rite of passage comes questions, fears, and doubts, as well as excitement. This must-have tool kit prepares newbies for babysitting kids at any age. A booklet includes tips for handling the most challenging "clients" and ideas for maintaining a babysitting business; while 50 activity cards, 16 reward coupons, and plenty of stickers are perfect for keeping kids entertained. Plus budding entrepreneurs will love the customizable business cards. With advice on everything from engaging very young children to first aid emergencies to playtime ideas, young babysitters will benefit from the invaluable tools at their fingertips, all while developing skills that ensure fun...and success!

Filled with fascinating baseball facts and lore, B Is for Baseball is an alphabet book about America's favorite pastime. Chock full of incredible vintage photographs from the world-renowned American Baseball Hall of Fame, as well as distinctive line drawings, this volume covers intriguing details about the sport€”from the number of stitches on a baseball to the three historic players who are known to have been the perfect infield combination. Readers will delight in learning baseball terms and history and about some of the most famous characters in baseball. B Is for Baseball is sure to excite curiosity about the game in young readers and baseball aficionados alike.

Packed full of impressive pop-out features, these interactive books are sure to engage and entertain curious preschoolers. Simple clues nestled within words and pictures allow children to guess what hides behind each flap. And thensurprise! Giant Pop-Out Food showcases tasty treats in a feast for the eyes. The large pop-outs are simple and sturdy, making them well-suited for and appealing to young children.

The secret ingredient for a successful slumber party: Truth or Dare! The popular party game staple "Truth or Dare" gets a chic makeover in this fashion-focused game for tweens and teens, featuring 40 "truths" and 40 "dares" relating to fashion confessions, wardrobe malfunctions, and style aspirations. Select a "truth" and tell all: Reveal style secrets, unfashionable moments, ideal outfits, and more. For "dares," make memorable embarrassing moments by wearing unwearable styles for an hour and reenacting fashion faux pas. It's the perfect party accessory!

Create stunning cupcakes fit for a princess, with scrumptious recipes, designer liners, and wraparound crowns!Princesses meet cupcakes and it's tastily ever after! Princess Cupcakes has all the instructions parents and kids need to create majestic, princess-themed cupcakes in a booklet that includes decadent decorating tips and recipes for Pink Velvet Cupcakes, Deep Dark Chocolate Cupcakes, Sugar and Spice Cupcakes, and more! This book is perfect for young bakers.

Celebrate the classic art of Eric Carle with this delightful collection of 30 ready-to-use wall decals. For temporary decor that is easily removable and doesn't leave marks, just peel and stick! Showcasing the bright colors and kid-friendly art of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, these decals are sure to liven up any nursery or classroom. WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.