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  • Every Little Thing: Based on the song 'Three Little Birds' by Bob Marley

    Bob Marley, Cedella Marley, Vanessa Brantley-Newton

    Board book (Chronicle Books, March 3, 2015)
    Handpicked by Amazon kids’ books editor, Seira Wilson, for Prime Book Box – a children’s subscription that inspires a love of reading."Will strike a chord with worrywarts and loving children everywhere." — School Library Journal A beautiful book that brings Bob Marley's beloved song to life for a new generation: Every family will relate to this universal story of a boy who won't let anything get him down, as long as he has the help of three special little birds. This cheerful book will bring a smile to faces of all ages—because every little thing's gonna be all right• This cute children's book includes all the lyrics of the original song "Three Little Birds" by Bob Marley, along with exciting new song verses• ; Written by Cedella Marley, Bob Marley's daughter, who has dedicated herself to keeping her father's message and memory alive• Illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton, Every Little Thing contains beautiful, full-page designs that are as colorful and fun as the storylineFans of Get Up, Stand Up and One Love will also love the lyrical rhythm and the powerful message of love, peace and harmony presented in Every Little Thing. • Appeals to readers of all ages with the light-hearted tone and cheerful illustrations• Books for kids ages 2-5 • Children's picture books for preschool and kindergarten.
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  • Letters to My Daughter: Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever.

    Lea Redmond

    Hardcover (Chronicle Books, July 25, 2017)
    Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever.Whether your daughter is still at home or out on her own, fill these twelve promted letters with precious memories and hopes for a bright future. Each letter begins with a unique prompt like:I love being your parent because...My wishes for you are...I am proud of you because...This keepsake book of twelve prompted letters offers parents a unique way to send love, support, and advice to a daughter of any age.Each letter has a space to write when it was sealed and when it should be opened (will it be tomorrow or in 20 years?). Seal letters with the included stickers before giving this time capsule to your daughter!
  • They All Saw A Cat

    Brendan Wenzel

    Hardcover (Chronicle Books, Aug. 30, 2016)
    They All Saw A Cat by Brendan Wenzel - New York Times bestseller and 2017 Caldecott Medal and Honor Book"An ingenious idea, gorgeously realized." -Shelf Awareness, starred review"Both simple and ingenious in concept, Wenzel's book feels like a game changer." -The Huffington PostThe cat walked through the world, with its whiskers, ears, and paws . . . In this glorious celebration of observation, curiosity, and imagination, Brendan Wenzel shows us the many lives of one cat, and how perspective shapes what we see. When you see a cat, what do you see?If you and your child liked Ricky the Rock That Couldn't Roll, The Wonderful Things You Will Be, The Girl Who Drank the Moon, Finding Winnie, or Radiant Child - you'll love They All Saw A Cat.Additional categories include: Award Winning Picture BooksAward Winning Childrens BooksKindergarten Level BooksPreschool Reading Books
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  • Dead Mountain: The Untold True Story of the Dyatlov Pass Incident

    Donnie Eichar

    Paperback (Chronicle Books, Oct. 21, 2014)
    A New York Times and Wall Street Journal Nonfiction Bestseller! — What happened that night on Dead Mountain?The mystery of Dead Mountain: In February 1959, a group of nine experienced hikers in the Russian Ural Mountains died mysteriously on an elevation known as Dead Mountain. Eerie aspects of the mountain climbing incident—unexplained violent injuries, signs that they cut open and fled the tent without proper clothing or shoes, a strange final photograph taken by one of the hikers, and elevated levels of radiation found on some of their clothes—have led to decades of speculation over the true stories and what really happened.As gripping and bizarre as Hunt for the Skin Walker: This New York Times bestseller, Dead Mountain: The Untold True Story of the Dyatlov Pass Incident, is a gripping work of literary nonfiction that delves into the untold story of Dead Mountain through unprecedented access to the hikers' own journals and photographs, rarely seen government records, dozens of interviews, and the author's retracing of the hikers' fateful journey in the Russian winter.You'll love this real-life tale: Dead Mountain is a fascinating portrait of young adventurers in the Soviet era, and a skillful interweaving of the hikers' narrative, the investigators' efforts, and the author's investigations. Here for the first time is a historical nonfiction bestseller with the real story of what happened that night on Dead Mountain.
  • Get Up, Stand Up:

    Bob Marley, Cedella Marley, John Jay Cabuay

    Hardcover (Chronicle Books, Sept. 10, 2019)
    Handpicked by Amazon kids’ books editor, Seira Wilson, for Prime Book Box – a children’s subscription that inspires a love of reading.The third picture book adaptation of one of Bob Marley's beloved songs that has a timely message for children: To counter injustice, lift others up with kindness and courage.A heartfelt and meaningful book that brings Bob Marley's music to life in a new way: As a young girl goes on with her day in school, she comes across several instances of teasing and intimidation. But with loving action and some help from her friends, she's able to make things right for herself and others.• This cute children's book includes the impactful lyrics of Bob Marley's song 'Get Up, Stand Up' that has inspired millions of listeners around the world with messages of peace, love, and truth• Written by Cedella Marley, Bob Marley's daughter, who has dedicated herself to keeping her father's message and memory alive• With exuberant pictures by John Jay Cabuay accompanying Marley's iconic lyrics, Get Up, Stand Up is a vibrant testament to the power we all have to make a differenceFans of Every Little Thing and One Love will also love the lyrical rhythm and the powerful message of love, peace, and harmony presented in Get Up, Stand Up.• Great family and classroom read-aloud book• Appeals to readers of all ages with the light-hearted tone and cheerful illustrations• Books for kids ages 6–8• Children's books for early elementary students
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  • Floret Farm's Cut Flower Garden: Grow, Harvest, and Arrange Stunning Seasonal Blooms

    Erin Benzakein, Julie Chai, Michele M. Waite

    Hardcover (Chronicle Books, March 7, 2017)
    The Cut Flower Garden: Erin Benzakein is a florist farmer, leader in the locaflor farm to centerpiece movement, and owner of internationally renowned Floret Flower Farm in Washington's lush Skagit Valley.A stunning flower book: This beautiful gardening book and guide to growing, harvesting, and arranging gorgeous blooms year round provides readers with vital tools to nurture a stunning flower garden and use their blossoms and cut flowers to create show stopping arrangements. It makes a beautiful gift for any occasion, for friends, loved ones and gardening lovers alike!Floret Farm's Cut Flower Garden: Cut Flower Garden is equal parts instruction and inspiration—a flower gardening book overflowing with lush photography of magnificent flowers and breathtaking arrangements organized by season. Find inspiration in this lush flower book:Irresistible photos of Erin's flower farm that showcase exquisite bloomsTips for growing in a variety of spaces and climatesStep by step instructions for lavish garlands, airy centerpieces, and romantic florist design and décor for every seasonIf you liked Paris in Bloom, you'll love Floret Farm's Cut Flower Garden.
  • Ivy and Bean Boxed Set 2:

    Annie Barrows, Sophie Blackall

    Paperback (Chronicle Books, Oct. 6, 2010)
    New York Times best-selling series of books for children - Ivy + BeanIvy and Bean, two friends who never meant to like each other: This boxed set, Ivy and Bean Boxed Set 2 (Books 4-6) continues the story of these two spunky characters. It includes the second of three books in the Ivy and Bean series.Author Annie Barrows talks about her award-winning Ivy + Bean series: One of the big problems of being a kid is that your parents often try to make you play with people you don't really like. My parents were forever trying to get me to like the kids of their friends. These kids were often weird. I didn't want to play with them. It was a problem.Ivy and Bean are very different: Bean is loud and wild and goofy. She loves to be involved in games and poke her nose in other people's business. Ivy is quiet and full of ideas. She spends most of her time learning how to be a witch. Each girl thinks the other one is weird. Each girl thinks she could never be friends with the other. Especially because their parents keep nagging them about it. But sometimes opposites can become the best of friends because they're opposites.Ivy and Bean Boxed Set 2 (Books 4-6) includes:Book 4: Ivy + Bean Take Care of the Babysitter : What's the worst babysitter you can imagine? Okay, now multiply by a million. Bean's just found out that Nancy is babysitting for the afternoon. After Ivy rescues her from prison, the two girls turn tragedy into opportunity.Book 5: Ivy + Bean: Bound to Be Bad: Ivy has decided to become good. Extra-super-duperly good. Bean figures that's a big waste of time-until Ivy explains that if you're really good, animals and birds follow you around. Wow! Animals and birds! Bean's going to be good, too! They're going to be nice; they're going to be sweet; they're going to be kind and generous and-Wait a second! How did they end up muddy, wet, and in trouble?Book 6: Ivy + Bean: Doomed to Dance: Ooops. Ivy and Bean have made a terrible mistake. They thought that ballet meant leaping, kicking, and cool costumes. Instead, it means they're going to have to be The Two Friendly Squids in a ballet the teacher made up. How embarrassing. As disaster looms, the girls come up with a great escape plan. It's an easy plan, a simple plan, a beautiful plan. It only involves a field trip, a couple of sharks, and some weird animals that glow in the dark.If you and your child liked Junie B. Jones, Magic Tree House books, and Princess in Black; yo
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  • Over and Under the Pond:

    Kate Messner, Christopher Silas Neal

    Hardcover (Chronicle Books, March 7, 2017)
    "Playful and lovely to read aloud. Even older budding naturalists will find something to enjoy here." — School Library JournalA secret underwater world brought to life: In this book, readers will discover the plants and animals that make up the rich, interconnected ecosystem of a mountain pond. Over the pond, the water is a mirror, reflecting the sky. But under the water is a hidden world of minnows darting, beavers diving, and tadpoles growing. These secrets and many others are waiting to be discovered.over and under the pond. • An entertaining and educational look at the beauty the ecosystem has to offer. Stunning illustrations paired with an easy-to-follow storyline make this a great read for any early elementary school student• Includes a glossary of animals that live in, near, and around the mountain pond to enrich the reading experience• Inspires a love of nature and encourages young minds to explore the world around themA gorgeous companion to the acclaimed Over and Under the Snow and Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt, Over and Under the Pond is an excellent addition to any emerging readers collection. "A contemplative journey through an ecosystem." —USA Today• Great read-aloud book for families and classrooms• Books for kids ages 5-8• Early elementary school books• Books for grades 1-2
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  • Tiny T. Rex and the Very Dark Dark:

    Jonathan Stutzman, Jay Fleck

    Hardcover (Chronicle Books, March 3, 2020)
    The adorable and indomitable Tiny T. Rex from the critically acclaimed Tiny T. Rex and The Impossible Hug is back in a tale about friendship and overcoming your fears.Tiny T. Rex and his friend Pointy are having a campout in the backyard! It is what best friends do. But without their nighty-lights, the dark outside suddenly seems VERY dark . . . and very full of spooky things. Good thing Tiny has a super-secret plan to keep the dark at bay! Full of warmth and plenty of laughs, this new adventure starring Tiny T. Rex shows that friends will always find a way to face their fears together—even when those fears are not what they seem!• A great read-aloud book for parents and children• Hip, colorful art and delightful text make Tiny T. Rex an instant favorite of any dinosaur-loving toddler.• A perfect book to help toddlers and children overcome a fear of the darkFans of silly picture books like Dinosaur vs Bedtime, We Don't Eat Our Classmates, and Llama Destroys the World will love the sweet spirit and continuing adventures of Tiny T. Rex.Meet Tiny T-Rex! He may be a small dino in a BIG world, but that won't stop him from making friends, conquering his fears, and stomping his way into your heart.• Read-aloud books for ages 3–5• Dinosaur picture books for kids• Friendship books for toddlers
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  • Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt:

    Kate Messner, Christopher Silas Neal

    Paperback (Chronicle Books, March 14, 2017)
    A companion to the new Over and Under the Pond and the beloved Over and Under the Snow, this sweet exploration of the hidden world and many lives of a garden through the course of a year "could not be more lovely," according to the Washington Post. Up in the garden, the world is full of green—leaves and sprouts, growing vegetables, ripening fruit. But down in the dirt there is a busy world of earthworms digging, snakes hunting, skunks burrowing, and all the other animals that make a garden their home. In this exuberant and lyrical book, discover the wonders that lie hidden between stalks, under the shade of leaves...and down in the dirt.
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  • Welcome to the Club: 100 Parenting Milestones You Never Saw Coming

    Raquel D'Apice

    Hardcover (Chronicle Books, Sept. 20, 2016)
    From the comedian behind the popular parenting blog The Ugly Volvo comes a refreshing spin on the baby milestone book. Instead of a place to lovingly capture the first time baby sleeps through the night, this book shows what it's like the first time baby rolls off the bed/sofa/changing table, leaving mom or dad in a state of pure terror (it happens). These 100 rarely documented but all-too-realistic milestones—such as "First Time Baby Says a Word You Didn't Want Her to Say"—provide comfort, solidarity, and comic relief for new parents. Laugh-out-loud relatable text and distinctive paper-cut illustrations of these "bad" parenting moments make this a must-have book for anyone entering the mysterious club of parenthood.
  • Letters to My Baby: Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever.

    Lea Redmond

    Hardcover (Chronicle Books, Aug. 19, 2014)
    Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever.Your baby will always be your baby. Whether you're pregnant or a new parent, fill these twelve envelopes with memories and hopes for your bundle of joy. Then postdate, seal, and save the letters to gift to your child at a later date.Included are 12 letters that begin with a unique prompt like:On the day you were born...My wishes for you are...Your first home was like this...Seal letters with the included stickers before giving this to your child--all grown up--as a paper time capsule that captured their first fleeting years.