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Books published by publisher Smart Kidz Media, distributed by Ideals Publications

  • The ABCs of How I Love You!

    Paula Fitzgerald, Chris Sharp

    Board book (Smart Kidz Media, distributed by Ideals Publications, Jan. 1, 2011)
    The ABCs of How I Love You! offers equal dollops of fun and education as it introduces young children to the alphabet through endearing and sometimes silly rhymes, colorful illustrations, and a music box-like melody of the classic ABC song. This book captures the adoring love parents have for their little ones while offering a fun and playful introduction to the alphabet. Children will enjoy the rhyming stanzas, whimsical illustrations, and the musical variation on the classic ABC song. Parents can personalize this book further by inserting a picture of their child on the back cover so he or she becomes the star of their very own ABC book. Ages 3-6.
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  • It's Potty Time-Boys

    Edited, Chris Sharp, Gary Currant

    Board book (Smart Kids Publishing Distributed by Ideals Publications, Feb. 1, 2009)
    Toilet training is a natural step in a child's development. With this book and a little bit of parental patience, toilet training will be easy and rewarding for both parent and child. Includes a toilet flushing sound chip which brings giggles and laughter to toddlers learning this essential life skill. It also features a potty training progress chart!
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  • One to Ten... and Back Again

    Betty Ann Schwartz, Susie Shakir

    Board book (Smart Ink, distributed by Ideals Publications, Sept. 1, 2009)
    The numbers are the same...counting them is a whole new experience! This is as easy as 1...2...3! or... 3...2...1! Grasp the convenient built-in handles and open the covers. A ribbon appears, almost by magic, with a bright little bee printed on it. With a turn of the page, a second ribbon with two pretty little butterflies appears. And so, on to 10. Think you are finished? Indeed not! Turn the book upside down and count back to one. A deceptively simple silk ribbon action, dazzling printing, clear design, and a mesmerizing page-turning sequence adds up to -- well, far more than ten!
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  • Color Train, Color Train

    Martin Kelly, Fernando Luiz

    Board book (Smart Ink, distributed by Ideals Publications, Sept. 1, 2009)
    All aboard the color train! Take a ride on a series of magical ribbons and end with a dramatic pop-up surprise! A remarkable, innovative format provides toddlers a thrilling ride, filled with dozens of point-and-say objects of all the primary and secondary colors. A cheerful engineer guides kids on a magical train whose cars appear amazingly one-by-one on every spread, then disappears into a long black tunnel, only to spring to life in a spectacular 3D finale. An ultra-sturdy binding, high-quality full-color printed ribbons, and an unexpected ending makes this the perfect example of a play-and-learn book. Ages 2 to 4.
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  • Silent Night

    David Mead, Chris Sharp

    Board book (Smart Kids Publishing, distributed by Ideals Publications, Oct. 1, 2010)
    Based on the Christmas carol, Silent Night features a sound chip and lights that play when the button is pressed. Silent Night celebrates the birth of Jesus in a manger with those first visitors who traveled to Bethlehem to visit the Christ Child. The wise men, shepherds, angels, and animals gather around the manger to worship the new King. When the yellow 'star' button is pressed, a 'halo' of lights surrounds Baby Jesus, and the Christmas carol, 'Silent Night,' begins to play. The last spread brings everyone together at the manger scene for a celebration and a grand pageant of lights! Ages 2-6.
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  • It's Potty Time-Girls

    Edited, Chris Sharp, Gary Currant

    Board book (Smart Kids Publishing Distributed by Ideals Publications, Feb. 1, 2009)
    Toilet training is a natural step in a child's development. With this book and a little bit of parental patience, toilet training will be easy and rewarding for both parent and child. Includes a toilet flushing sound chip which brings giggles and laughter to toddlers learning this essential life skill. It also features a potty training progress chart!
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  • The Forgetful Little Leprechaun

    David Mead, Chris Sharp

    Board book (Smart Kidz Media, distributed by Ideals Publications, Feb. 15, 2011)
    This is a delightful story for young children about a leprechaun who realizes the true meaning of friendship. Come listen to the lovely tale of knee-high Leigh O'Loo, the most forgetful leprechaun that Ireland ever knew. Like all the other leprechauns, Leigh had a golden pot. He buried it to keep it safe. Then little Leigh forgot. The Forgetful Little Leprechaun conveys an important message for young children that one's true pot of gold is found not at the end of a rainbow, but in friendship. This amusing tale, told in rhyme about an absent-minded leprechaun who goes in search of his lost pot of gold, is illustrated with original artwork and includes a sound button with a cheerful rendition of 'Irish Eyes Are Smiling.' A fun-to-read story with beautiful artwork and music will make this book a family favorite. Ages 3-6.
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  • Can You Make Peter Rabbit Giggle?

    Ron Berry, Smart Kidz Editors, Chris Sharp

    Board book (Smart Kidz, distributed by Ideals Publications, Feb. 1, 2012)
    This multisensory book features a push-button sound chip of a funny giggle, interesting touch-and-feel tactiles, and colorful illustrations that will keep little ones engaged. The whimsical story is told in rhyme and challenges children to keep Peter Rabbit giggling. Can you make Peter Rabbit giggle? It is a simple thing to do. Give his fluffy tummy a tickle. He will giggle just for you. Young children will love to press Peter Rabbit's tummy to hear his infectious giggle. This interactive, multisensory sound book features touch-and-feel tactiles and a sound chip of Peter's giggle. Young children will love to press the button to hear little Peter giggle, feel the tactiles, and hear the rhyme. Ages 2-5.
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  • Tahi: A Baby Dolphin's Story

    Kathleen Duey, Lara Gurin

    Hardcover (Smart Kids Publishing, distributed by Ideals Publications, Sept. 1, 2009)
    As part of the My Animal Family book-DVD-website series, Tahi beautifully explores the life of a baby dolphin that undergoes an important life lesson and ultimately learns to take care of herself. When the sun went down, my mother always found still water where we could spend the night. We slept, like all dolphins do, with one eye open. Even at night, we breathe by swimming to the surface, so we always need to be half-awake. As told through the eyes of a baby dolphin, Tahi is an engaging, researched-based story about a bottlenose dolphin. This sturdy, hardcover book includes a DVD with award-winning BBC footage of the animal in its natural habitat, as well as an original song and a secret passcode to an educational website where kids can explore Tahi's virtual habitat. The stunning illustrations, charming storyline, DVD and website offers something for everyone. This is family entertainment at its best! Ages 4 to 9.
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  • All Aboard! Charlie the Can-Do Choo Choo

    Ron Berry, David Mead, Chris Sharp

    Board book (Smart Kids Publishing, distributed by Ideals Publications, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Children will love to climb aboard Charlie, for he demonstrates the power of positive thinking through his perseverance and encouraging song--with genuine train sounds. The caboose arrives, the trip is done. The Can-Do Choo Choo had such fun. 'Just wait till morning,' says our friend, 'And I can do it all again!' Children will gravitate to this infectious story of perseverance, for there are no obstacles Charlie cannot overcome with his 'can-do' attitude and optimistic approach to life. When Charlie's nose is pressed, children hear the conductor shout, 'All aboard!' The catchy rhyme and repetitive refrain mimics the sound of a train's momentum which makes this an ideal read-aloud book. The PVC push-button nose, train sounds, and cheerful illustrations will make this book a beloved favorite with young children. Ages 3 to 5.
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  • O Little Town of Bethlehem

    David Mead, Chris Sharp

    Board book (Smart Kids Publishing, distributed by Ideals Publications, Oct. 1, 2010)
    Inspired by the Christmas carol, 'O Little Town of Bethlehem,' this book introduces children to the story of Jesus' birth and features instrumental music and lights. Open the cover to hear the sounds of the Christmas carol, 'O Little Town of Bethlehem,' and share with children the story of the first Christmas. In addition to the colorful illustrations of wise men, shepherds, angels, and a manger scene, children will become familiar with this beloved Christmas carol and will enjoy the glowing lights. Ages 2-6.
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  • Where is Daddy?

    Smart Kids Publishing

    Board book (Smart Kids Publishing Distributed by Ideals Publications, Feb. 1, 2009)
    Help your child look for "daddy" through out this bright, fun lift-a-flap book. Age-appropriate, simple line drawings and bold primary colors keep the child's attention throughout the hide-and-seek adventure. At the end, Daddy can be found in the vinyl pocket attached to the last page where a photo can be inserted.
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