Books with author Guido Van Genechten

“A pair of friends circle the globe in this picture book tribute to the transformative effect of leaving home....a worthwhile...message about enjoying life’s journey.” - School Library Journal “Are you sitting comfortably?” Hedgehog asked? “Please put your seatbelt on.” Frog nodded and fastened his seatbelt. His friend started te car. “Here we go,” he said, “wave goodbye.” A heartwarming picture book about traveling together, sharing new experiences, and letting yourself be amazed by the world around you. For everyone ages 4 and up. Guided Reading Level J

A father helps his child overcome a fear of ghosts in this humorous and lighthearted bedtime tale. The little penguin Jake hears all kinds of strange noises as he tries to fall asleep. Asking himself Could there be ghosts in the room? Jake quickly summons his Dad to check things out and make his room safe. Moving patiently from the bed to the curtain to the wardrobe and sticking his head under the carpet, Jake's dad explains that it's merely the bed creaking, the wind rustling the curtain, and there are only toys in the chest. Satisfied that his father has chased away all of the ghosts, Jake is finally ready for sleep.

"Being a magician is no easy trick. It hinges on one of the human qualities that’s most difficult to achieve....Genuine self-confidence, humility, and a sense of wonder: bravo, Tito." – Kirkus Reviews Manu, the magician at Circus Rondo, is fantastic. With a little magic powder, a wand, and a few words, he can pull amazing things out of his top hat. Tito, the little clown, would love to do that kind of magic. But when he tries with his own little brown hat, the magic doesn’t work at all. Maybe it’s because he’s uncertain and shy. What would happen if Tito were to ask Manu to show him how the trick really works? An endearing picture book about magic and daring, for children ages 3 years and up. Guided Reading Level J

Every creature needs to eat, and everyone has their favorite foods. Some are fond of fruit; some love nuts, milk, grass, or flowers. Little Josh enjoys his meal of soup, salad, bread, spaghetti, and no less than three desserts! This simple board book explores the way all sorts of creatures satisfy their hunger and enjoy a wide array of healthy food.

Vibrant, cheerful illustrations accompany fun riddles and lift-the-flap features in this fun book for toddlers. Engaging questions encourage children to find similarities amongst different sorts of animals, showing young learners that some animals might be more alike than they think. This charming children's book will have everyone guessing which animal is like which.

“A fun book that shows the transition from potty to big kid toilet that toddlers and preschoolers will love.” - Mom Read It blog Doggy has to go. It’s urgent. But Little Sis is sitting on his potty! That’s because Mouse is sitting on her potty … Doggy runs past all the potties in the house, but they are all occupied. And now Doggy has to go very urgently. A funny potty book about a little dog who finds his way to the big toilet by accident. For everyone who has to go very urgently.