Browse all books

Books published by publisher Millbrook Press

  • Snappy Little Numbers

    Kate Lee

    Pop-Up (Millbrook Press, Sept. 1, 1998)
    Rhyming text and pop-up illustrations present an assortment of animals from a frog eating one fly to a crocodile with ten sharp teeth.
    J
  • Plants Can't Sit Still

    Rebecca E. Hirsch, Mia Posada

    Library Binding (Millbrook Press, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Do plants really move? Absolutely! You might be surprised by all ways plants can move. Plants might not pick up their roots and walk away, but they definitely don't sit still! Discover the many ways plants (and their seeds) move. Whether it's a sunflower, a Venus flytrap, or an exotic plant like an exploding cucumber, this fascinating picture book shows just how excitingly active plants really are.
    N
  • Thumbtacks, Earwax, Lipstick, Dipstick: What Is a Compound Word?

    Brian P. Cleary, Brian Gable

    eBook (Millbrook Press ™, Jan. 1, 2014)
    What is a compound word? You'll find the answer inside this book—it's a stockpile of compound words! Brian P. Cleary's upbeat rhymes and Brian Gable's sidesplitting illustrations bring compound words to life. We've highlighted the compound words with colored type to make them easy to identify. Thumbtacks, Earwax, Lipstick, Dipstick: What Is a Compound Word? overturns traditional grammar lessons. Read this book aloud with everyone you know and share in the delight of the sense—and nonsense—of words.
    O
  • Let's Meet a Veterinarian

    Gina Bellisario, Cale Atkinson

    eBook (Millbrook Press ™, Aug. 1, 2014)
    What does a veterinarian do? Let's find out! Dr. Kate is a veterinarian. She visits a school to give Henry, the class guinea pig, a checkup. She shows the class the tools she uses. She tells them about the many things vets do. And the students learn how to take good care of Henry. Hooray for veterinarians!
    K
  • Spiky, Slimy, Smooth: What Is Texture?

    Jane Brocket

    Library Binding (Millbrook Press ™, Jan. 1, 2011)
    Soft, gooey, fluffy, prickly―textures are all around us. What clever words will you use to describe the textures pictured in this book? Jane Brocket's appealing photography and simple, whimsical text give a fresh approach to a topic all young children learn about.
    M
  • My Religion, Your Religion

    Lisa Bullard, Holli Conger

    eBook (Millbrook Press TM, Jan. 1, 2015)
    When David's friend invites him to a service at a Jewish synagogue, David feels nervous. David is a Christian, and he's only ever been to churches. But soon David discovers that learning about different religions is fun. How are religions similar? How are they different? What will David discover? A diverse cast gives multiple points of comparison.
    L
  • My Family, Your Family

    Lisa Bullard, Renée Kurilla

    eBook (Millbrook Press TM, Jan. 1, 2015)
    Makayla is visiting friends in her neighborhood. She sees how each family is different. Some families have lots of children, but others have none. Some friends live with grandparents or have two dads or have parents who are divorced. How is her own family like the others? What makes each one great? This diverse cast allows readers to compare and contrast families in multiple ways.
    K
  • Thumbtacks, Earwax, Lipstick, Dipstick: What Is a Compound Word?

    Brian P. Cleary, Brian Gable

    Paperback (Millbrook Press ™, Aug. 1, 2013)
    What is a compound word? You'll find the answer inside this book―it's a stockpile of compound words! Brian P. Cleary's upbeat rhymes and Brian Gable's sidesplitting illustrations bring compound words to life. We've highlighted the compound words with colored type to make them easy to identify. Thumbtacks, Earwax, Lipstick, Dipstick: What Is a Compound Word? overturns traditional grammar lessons. Read this book aloud with everyone you know and share in the delight of the sense―and nonsense―of words.
    O
  • Can You Sing "The Star-Spangled Banner"?

    Martha E. H. Rustad, Kyle Poling

    eBook (Millbrook Press TM, Aug. 1, 2014)
    It's time for music class! Are you ready to sing the national anthem? Do you know the story behind this famous song? It tells about how the American flag survived a battle. Join Ms. Hill's class as they learn who wrote "The Star-Spangled Banner," what the words mean, and why we sing it.
    M
  • How Much Can a Bare Bear Bear?: What Are Homonyms and Homophones?

    Brian P. Cleary, Brian Gable

    eBook (Millbrook Press ™, Jan. 1, 2014)
    This accessible, lighthearted look at language introduces homonyms and homophones. Playful rhymes and comical cartoons make both concepts memorable. Each corresponding pair of homonyms and homophones is printed in color for easy identification. At the end, readers are challenged to apply what they’ve learned—and they’ll have fun doing so.
    O
  • Happy New Year Everywhere!

    Arlene Erlbach

    Paperback (Millbrook Press, Sept. 1, 2001)
    Celebrations from twenty countries are presented in this informative and colorful tale for young readers to demonstrate the diverse ways people kick-off the New Year around the world. Reprint.
    P
  • Let's Meet a Doctor

    Bridget Heos, Mike Moran

    eBook (Millbrook Press TM, Aug. 1, 2014)
    What does a doctor do? These kids have a few ideas. But to learn more, they talk to Dr. Zambil. He tells them how he helps sick or hurt kids feel better. He sees healthy kids to help keep them healthy. He even helps train new doctors. Let's hear it for doctors!
    J