Books published by publisher Candlewick Entertainment

Welcome to the Forgotten Realms Endless Quest books, where you don’t just read a fantastic tale. You become the hero — and choose your own fate.The Harpers have lost one of their own, a legendary adventurer named Artus Cimber, keeper of the artifact known as the Ring of Winter. They’ve hired you to travel to the jungle-clad land of Chult to find him. If only you can manage to find Cimber before the frost giants do — or the zombies that infest the land get you first. You’re in the jungle now, cleric.

There’s more in store for this snack-time crew in the second set of Little Lunch stories based on the hit Australian TV series.Little Lunch is the best time of day for the kids in Mrs. Gonsha’s class, and there’s always something interesting going on. First, Atticus doesn’t want to eat the strange-smelling mystery snack his grandmother keeps packing in his lunch box. Next, Battie comes to school dressed as his own made-up superhero, Stretcho, but can’t understand why no one wants to be rescued. And finally, Melanie is Germblocked by Tamara without explanation, which is hardly fair. A lot can happen in fifteen minutes!

Shelby needs some help finding the missing dog bones for her snack shack in a fun, vibrant board book based on the best-selling children’s game.Shelby is opening up her snack shack for the day, but sneaky seagulls have hidden all of her dog bones! Can you help Shelby and her hungry customers find and collect the missing bones two at a time? Sturdy and colorful, with plenty of flaps and tabs for little hands to explore, this bright board book — inspired by the popular Shelby’s Snack Shack board game — helps boost addition and counting skills.

What happens when you take from where there's more and give to where there's less? While visiting friends Yasmina and Amir, Peg and Cat learn some surprising things about a holiday tradition.It's Eid al-Adha, a very special holiday for Yasmina and Amir, who invite their friends Peg and Cat to check it out. After they all rock out with some singing, it’s time to head to the celebration, where there’s so much food waiting! Amir explains that an important part of celebrating Eid al-Adha is dividing the meat into three equal parts, one third to be shared with someone who has less. But with all three bowls of meatballs holding different amounts, they’ve got a BIG PROBLEM! Thanks to a balancing scale, a trip to a soup kitchen, and an unexpected visit to a housebound neighbor, Peg and Cat learn all about the concept of taking from where there’s more and giving to where there’s less. Even Cat discovers how awesome giving can be. Eid Mubarak!

Bath time turns into math time for Peg and Cat in this tale for early readers.Peg and Cat are in the bath. One, two friends in the bath. Seems like a great time to do some math! Readers can join old friends Peg and Cat as they engage with the concepts of counting and weight and directional terms such as under, over, and across. How many rocks will sink their boat? When Bug and Worm join the fun, how many are in the bath? Short, repetitive lines and gentle addition and subtraction will make a splash with new and early readers.

Welcome to the Forgotten Realms Endless Quest books, where you don’t just read a fantastic tale. You become the hero — and choose your own fate.You have entered the mist-shrouded realm of Ravenloft, where you attract the attention of Count Strahd, who decides to make you one of his vampire spawn. After awakening to find yourself alone within the walls of Castle Ravenloft, you must figure out how to escape the vampire lord’s Gothic lair before you are doomed to become his slave for all time. Keep your wits about you, cleric.

What could be more perfect than an interactive adventure with Peppa Pig? The beloved, worldwide sensation is back for hours of hands-on fun.On a beautiful day, Peppa gets to do all of her favorite things: ride in the car, have a picnic, play with friends — and there’s a surprise, too! Press out the characters of Peppa, her family, and her friends and add them to removable pop-up vehicles. What’s more, there’s a play mat to decorate and serve as a setting for travels in Mummy Pig’s car or trips in Grandpa Pig’s boat. Perfect!Novelties includeSeven press-out charactersPop-up, removable car and boatPlay mat measuring 20 1/2 by 30 1/2 inchesThirty-two stickers to decorate play mat

AAARRROOOooo! What’s making that hair-raising howl? Can Bitzer the sheepdog and his flock find the beast — before it finds them?One dark, misty night at Mossy Bottom Farm, a starving creature creeps silently through the farmyard, waiting to feed. Well, actually, it’s just Bitzer the sheepdog with a growling stomach, holding his clipboard as he checks on the flock and chickens. But wait—what’s that howl that’s making his fur stand on end? Is it Shaun the sheep playing one of his pranks? The Farmer practicing his trombone? Suddenly the moon appears, and there it is: a hulking shadow on the side of the barn that must be the outline of a … beast! Are they all doomed, or can Bitzer and his crew concoct a plan that’s so madcap it just might work?

Two titles based on the We’re Going on a Bear Hunt animated special offer young explorers the perfect tools to record their surroundings, get creative, and learn about the natural world.Inspired by the beloved romp through wavy grass, squelching mud, and a swirling snowstorm, this field guide to the natural world is packed with information and fun. Young naturalists and fans of the recently released animated special will discover a wealth of knowledge about plants and animals, bugs and birds, clouds, the night sky, weather, and so much more. With facts galore, recipes, science projects, and tips for how kids can help protect the environment, there's something here for everyone.

How do Peg and Cat measure up? Mailing some important letters proves a tall order as the two friends learn about height.Peg’s mom has given her and Cat five important letters to mail. “She says it’s because we’re growing up,” says Peg. And sure enough, the height marks on the wall show that they’re getting taller! But there’s a problem: when they get to the mailbox, they find a very big dog sitting in front of it. How can they get around or behind this scary-looking canine to mail the letters? Or could it be that they’re jumping to conclusions — and the obstacle itself might help them reach a solution?

When American teen Kit Bridges moves to England to attend an elite equestrian boarding school, neither she nor her new home will ever be quite the same.Trying to move on from her mother’s death and afraid of riding after a bad fall, plucky fourteen-year-old Kit Bridges doesn’t quite know what to expect when her father takes a position at The Covington Academy. a prestigious boarding school in England. Things are looking up when Kit meets her cool, possibly secretly royal new roommate, Anya, and the boys of Covington, like Will, with their charming accents. But she hadn’t anticipated such a strict headmistress as Lady Covington. Or the expectation that every student be a rider. Or the wild horse that she seems to have a strange and special bond with. While navigating new friendships, romances, and an alarmingly austere new environment, Kit needs to figure out whether she’s ready to get back in the saddle. And at the end of the day, it’s hard to tell who will be more changed by her arrival — The Covington Academy or Kit herself.

When a seaside carnival lures the whole flock away from a herding competition, will Bitzer the sheepdog be forced to turn in his clipboard?Bitzer the sheepdog is looking, well, sheepish. Not only is Top Dog, his sniggering rival, flaunting the latest eHerder device, now Bitzer can’t find his flock! Even if a madcap chase with Shaun uncovers their woolly friends amid a frenzy of cotton candy, fortune-teller’s booths, acrobat tents, and clown cars, can they all make it back to the sheep-herding contest in time—and figure out how to wow the judges?