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  • Snuggle the Baby

    Sara Gillingham

    Board book (Harry N. Abrams, April 15, 2014)
    Note:Baby cut-out from the next to last page should be taken out and placed in that last spot, then it should be tucked in with the blanket.Missing the baby in the last page is not a defect.This interactive novelty board book plays like a doll and reads as a gentle “How to Care for Baby” manual for young kids. From swaddling to shushing, Gillingham has incorporated real tactics for newborn care, giving the text an authenticity and purpose. Interactivities include tickling, feeding, diapering, swaddling, rocking, and tucking in the baby, all accompanied by tender, instructive narration. Perfect for soon-to-be older siblings or doll-crazy toddlers, this book encourages children to read while they play, and practice empathy and care.Praise for Snuggle the Baby"This interactive offering invites little ones to practice taking care of babies, playing with them, feeding them and putting them to bed... An intriguing concept."--Kirkus Reviews
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  • Boats Are Busy

    Sara Gillingham

    Board book (Phaidon Press, May 25, 2018)
    A first book of boats for the youngest enthusiasts, featuring 15 different boats and a bonus nautical flag per vesselFrom sailboats to ferry boats, tankers to clippers, young readers will learn to identify and define a range of floating crafts. Each of 15 boats and ships are presented by name, illustration, and simple description, written as engaging, read-aloud text. In addition, each is adorned with a different nautical flag whose message is decoded as secondary text for the extra curious. Printed in four stunning Pantone colors, this refreshingly stylish and informative introduction to boats will pop off the shelf in the "things that go" section!
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  • My Little Stocking

    Sara Gillingham

    Board book (Chronicle Books, Oct. 19, 2011)
    Open these enticing board books to find darling die-cut pages, adorable artwork, and a fun finger puppet in each. My Little Sweetheart is just right for sharing at bedtime or any other time. While My Little Stocking is perfect for holiday reading and playtime fun!
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  • In My Den

    Sara Gillingham

    Board book (Chronicle Books, Aug. 12, 2009)
    Turn the colorful die-cut pages of this irresistible board book to discover just what makes little bear's den so cozy. Is it little bear's warm earth and fluffy bed of leaves? No, it's his loving family! Bright pictures, reassuring messages, unique layered pages and an adorable felt finger puppet attached to each book combine to create interactive reading and playtime fun!
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  • Seeing Stars: A Complete Guide to the 88 Constellations

    Sara Gillingham

    Hardcover (Phaidon Press, Nov. 19, 2018)
    A graphically stunning, comprehensive introduction to the constellationsThis artful and accessible introduction to constellations equips readers with the information they need to locate, name, and explain all 88 internationally recognized constellations. Each cluster of stars is featured alongside the "story" (mythological or historical) behind its naming, tips on how to find it, what times of year it is visible, and key stars and asterisms within its grouping. Complete with star maps and a glossary, this keepsake volume of visual reference and beauty is perfect for inquisitive young stargazers. Colors are brighter than they appear - printed in pure Pantones. Book jacket features foil stamping and laser-cut pinholes.Ages 7-10
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  • Alpha, Bravo, Charlie: The Complete Book of Nautical Codes

    Sara Gillingham

    Hardcover (Phaidon Press, May 23, 2016)
    A graphically stunning, first-ever volume of nautical codes for childrenTowner Award (WA) for Informational Text NomineeThis stunning visual refence is an introduction to maritime communication through nautical flags, along with morse code, the phonetic alphabet, and semaphore signaling.Today's system of international maritime signal flags was developed in the 19th century, and is still used for communication between ships, or between ship and shore. Each flag, boldly colored for visual distinction at sea, stands for a letter as well as a phrase relevant to seafaring. The resulting code is both beautiful and functional, inviting readers to code and decode messages of their own!Created for ages 6-8 years
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  • How to Grow a Friend

    Sara Gillingham

    Hardcover (Random House Studio, Jan. 6, 2015)
    A lovely metaphor teaches valuable lessons in how to treat others and make friendships blossom! Making a friend takes patience, care, and room to bloom—just like growing a flower. Soon your little gardeners will have their very own green thumbs for this most important of life skills.
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  • Busy Baby: Friends

    Sara Gillingham

    Board book (Chronicle Books, Sept. 15, 2015)
    In Friends, Busy Baby can play, share, paint, and help cleanup. Whatever Busy Baby does, the most important thing is to make some new friends along the way. Both books will keep the very youngest readers busy reading, playing, and learning.
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  • How to Grow a Friend

    Sara Gillingham

    Board book (Random House Studio, May 14, 2019)
    This cheerful, graphic summery board book teaches a mindful approach to making friends!This lovely metaphor teaches valuable lessons in how to treat others and make friendships blossom! Making a friend takes patience, care, and room to bloom -- just like a flower. This board book edition is a perfect primer in mindfulness; it teaches patience and awareness of others in a way that will benefit a child meeting and interacting with someone new. Soon your little gardener will have their very own green thumb in this most important of life skills.Sara Gillingham's inviting, bold graphics are sure to captivate both children and their parents!
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  • How to Mend a Heart

    Sara Gillingham

    language (Random House Books for Young Readers, Dec. 22, 2015)
    A charming arts-and-crafts approach to dealing with first moments of heartbreak. Be it caused by a lost pet, a friend’s moving away, or even simple childhood injustice, Sara Gillingham (How to Grow a Friend) understands the gentle touch needed to soothe a sore heart. Her fresh and whimsical design makes an enticing vehicle for her advice.
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  • SEEING STARS, A COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE 88 CONSTELLATIONS

    SARA GILLINGHAM

    Hardcover (PHAIDON JEUNESS, Nov. 29, 2018)
    A graphically stunning, comprehensive introduction to the constellations This artful and accessible introduction to constellations equips readers with the information they need to locate, name, and explain all 88 internationally recognized constellations. Each cluster of stars is featured alongside the "story" (mythological or historical) behind its naming, tips on how to find it, what times of year it is visible, and key stars and asterisms within its grouping. Complete with star maps and a glossary, this keepsake volume of visual reference and beauty is perfect for inquisitive young stargazers. Colors are brighter than they appear - printed in pure Pantones. Book jacket features foil stamping and laser-cut pinholes. Ages 7-10
  • How to Grow a Friend

    Sara Gillingham

    eBook (Random House Studio, Jan. 6, 2015)
    A lovely metaphor teaches valuable lessons in how to treat others and make friendships blossom! Making a friend takes patience, care, and room to bloom—just like growing a flower. Soon your little gardeners will have their very own green thumbs for this most important of life skills.
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