Books with author Guido van Genechten

“Lovely story that offers a kind way to solve the problem of what to do when someone does not share." ― School Library Journal One day a snowman named Dmitri arrives in Freezeland. He’s sad because he lost his hat on his journey. Little Snowman Stan lends Dmitri his hat for a couple of days, but he doesn’t get it back. Dmitri doesn’t seem to want to share― so what can Little Snowman Stan do? A little snowman inspires a remarkable lesson about sharing in this reassuring picture book for children ages 4 and up.

"Ideal for children with a baby brother or sister on the way." - Atlanta Parent The big baby book is full of babies: naked babies and hairy babies, babies who lie down and babies who stand up, babies who are hungry and babies who are thirsty … all of them are cute in their own sweet baby way. A spirited story, perfect for children expecting a little brother or sister. For toddlers ages 24 months and up, with a focus on the child’s world.

It is so hot this summer. It is too hot to sleep indoors. Ricky wants to sleep outside. In a tent. “Are you brave enough to sleep outside all alone in a tent?” Mom and Dad ask. “Of course,” Ricky says. “I’m not afraid at all!” But is he really brave enough …? A reassuring story about being brave enough to face your fear of the dark. For everyone ages 4 and up.

Herman Hare always followed his nose. That is how he discovered the sweetest carrots. But one day, his nose led him to a whole new smell…. “So beautiful, it feels as if I were there.” – Eddy Hedgehog “Every time I read it, I’m touched to the very tip of my tail.” – Mouse Mia A tender story about love, carrots, and hare leaps. For everyone with a nose for beautiful books. Guided Reading Level K

This tender and moving story about growing up and expanding friendships displays the beautiful relationship between mother and child. Snowy and his mommy are best friends; they do everything together, just the two of them. Little by little, Snowy is growing up, and one day mommy teaches him a new game: making friends. Brave and full of heart, Snowy sets off in hopes someone might like to be his friend. Along the way he meets a cast of many strangers, including an unfriendly sea gull, a playful seal, a bunch of quarreling penguins, an old walrus, and a young polar bear. The soft fleece coating on Snowy and his new-found friend, and the many comforting illustrations of this gentle story convey the true meaning of friendship and love.

Moon is sad, and Elephant and his friends are determined to cheer her up. After hoisting up Polar Bear, Tiger, Crocodile, and finally Mouse—who manages to reach Moon and give her a sweet kiss on the cheek—Elephant achieves his goal, and Moon is once again happy. A heartwarming tale for toddlers, this positive story about reaching out to others in times of sadness encourages them to offer—and receive—a helping hand when one is needed.

"Snowy loves his mommy more than anything else in the world, and wants to surprise her with a special gift. But he has trouble keeping his secret! Mommy keeps a close eye on Snowy, so he has to sneak away carefully to work on the surprise. Finally, the secret is ready to be shared...and Mommy loves it! Snowy and Mommy share a special bond in this wonderful snow-covered, star-filled world" Snowy the polar bear builds a special snowman surprise for his mom in this touching wintry tale.