Books with author Susan Magsamen

Starting with a world view of Christmas anticipation, this book encourages children and adults to look around them—and within—to think about simple gifts, greetings, and decorations at this memory-rich time of year.Family activity: make song sheets from a clever book-within-a-book for family sing-alongs or a caroling party. Plus, personalize four keepsake wooden ornaments.

Play is a basic human instinct—right up there with shelter, food, and water. Here are games for every developmental stage, along with stories from families who know how to plan family nights, get a game going, and lure reluctant players. Family activity: personalize a table runner for family night and get started with a “survival kit” (playing cards, dice, and multi-use game pieces).

If you fly to the top of a tree,I'll fly there too, to see what you see.This innovative new board format features a plush owl finger puppet sitting atop the book! The puppet becomes a character in every spread and provides the opportunity to interact throughout the entire reading experience, and it is paired with a classic, reassuring message of love.Sandra Magsamen is the bestselling creator of over 30 baby and toddler books, with sales of over 3 million copies worldwide.

This rich and nostalgic book of wonders is a collection of art, literature, and activities custom-made for the family bookshelf. It is broken into five sections that illuminate a child’s world and interests—Magic and Make-Believe, Outdoor Exploring, Crafts and Construction, Yummy for the Tummy, and Bedtime, Bathtime, and Dreamtime. Children and parents will share together time as they read poetry selections, nursery rhymes, and more at bedtime, pull out the book on a rainy day for instantly accessible activities, or simply browse and savor the lovely art at any time. Childhood Wonders is a unique and lasting gift for kids, families, and new parents and grandparents.

This adorable peek-a-boo book invites little ones to play along with their favorite animals, with soothing rhymes and engaging illustrations as only Sandra Magsamen can deliver. The anticipation of what's hiding on the next page will keep kids guessing and giggling all the way to the surprise ending - when the final lift-the-flap reveals who's loved most of all!A heartfelt twist on a classic game.

You're so cute and cuddly, too...Honey bunny, I love you!Parents will love cuddling up with their little honey bunnies and reading this adorable board book featuring plush bunny ears that make every page even more fun. I Love You, Honey Bunny reminds little ones how much they are cherished through Sandra Magsamen's signature heartfelt text and cozy hand-stitched illustration style.

Love bugs are snuggable,and lovable that's true.They're huggable,and kissable, too!Tickle, giggle, and play along with this sweet rhyming board book with plush finger puppet, which delivers heartfelt sentiments of love to baby. The colorful love bug finger puppet is sure to provide hours of giggly fun and is perfect for cozy laptime reading. Love Bug will inspire parents and caretakers to cuddle up and read together with their own little love bugs! Sandra Magsamen has touched millions with her inspirational words of love and caring. Now these heartfelt sentiments will reach the youngest and cutest of all audiences - babies!

An innovative new Halloween treat from Sandra Magsamen with a die-cut felt jack-o'-lantern on the cover and a shiny mirror throughout, inviting little ones to dress up on every page!It's Halloween and you can be a monkey hanging in a tree. Or you can be a bunny my precious little honey.Little ones will love this adorable new Halloween novelty book from the bestselling baby and toddler brand creator, Sandra Magsamen. They will adore the die-cut felt pumpkin on the front cover, and the peek-through mirror on every page is sure to entertain as they try on a wide variety of costumes and ultimately discover who is loved most of all! A perfect book for cuddling up with your little pumpkin and celebrating the Halloween season.

A sense of gentleness permeates the pages of this book for children and parents experiencing separation or divorce. Families who’ve been there provide useful ideas that lead to two healthy, encouraging home environments. Family activity: a home-to-home binder for contact information, schedules, family/teacher communications, after-school activities, and more.