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Books in Pictureback Books series

  • We're Different, We're the Same

    Bobbi Kates, Joe Mathieu

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Oct. 13, 1992)
    Who better than Sesame Street to teach us that we may all look different on the outside—but it's important to remember that deep down, we are all very much alike. We all have the same needs, desires, and feelings. Elmo and his Sesame Street friends help teach toddlers and the adults in their lives that everyone is the same on the inside, and it's our differences that make this wonderful world, which is home to us all, an interesting—and special—place. This enduring, colorful, and charmingly illustrated book offers an easy, enjoyable way to learn about differences—and what truly matters. It is an engaging read for toddlers and adults alike.
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  • Sweet and Spooky Halloween

    RH Disney, Elisa Marrucchi

    Paperback (RH/Disney, July 24, 2007)
    Trick or treat! It's Halloween and the Disney Princesses are celebrating this sweet and spooky season! Cinderella carves pumpkins, Ariel dresses up in costume, and Belle explores the creepy corners of the Beast's castle in this 24-page storybook featuring all-new illustrations.
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  • Just Go to Bed

    Mercer Mayer

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, April 23, 2001)
    Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter is not looking forward to bedtime in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether it’s time for him to stop playing and take a bath, or when he puts up a fuss getting into is jammies, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A great way to introduce children to their very own bedtime routine!
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  • Beware the Kakamora!

    RH Disney

    Paperback (RH/Disney, Oct. 4, 2016)
    Walt Disney Animation Studios' Moana is a sweeping, CG-animated comedy-adventure about a spirited teenager on an impossible mission to fulfill her ancestors' quest. In the ancient South Pacific world of Oceania, Moana, a born navigator, sets sail in search of a fabled island. During her incredible journey, she teams up with her hero, the legendary demi-god Maui, to traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage. They encounter enormous sea creatures, breathtaking underworlds, and ancient folklore. Children ages 3 to 7 will love this full-color book based on the film, featuring more than 50 stickers.
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  • Just Grandma and Me

    Mercer Mayer

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, March 21, 2001)
    Celebrate Mother's Day - and your Grandma - with this classic Little Critter book!Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter is spending a day at the beach with his grandma in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Celebrating the special bond between a grandparent and grandchild, this beloved story is the perfect gift for Mother’s Day . . . or any day!
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  • I Just Forgot

    Mercer Mayer

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Aug. 18, 1999)
    Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter is having a very forgetful day in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether he’s forgetting his lunchbox, forgetting to put on his rain boots, or forgetting to turn off the water, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A perfect way to teach children about responsibility!
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  • Everybody Cooks Rice

    Norah Dooley, Peter J. Thornton

    Paperback (First Avenue Editions TM, Aug. 1, 1991)
    In this multicultural picture book, Carrie goes from one neighbor's house to the next looking for her brother, who is late for dinner. She discovers that although each family is from a different country, everyone makes a rice dish at dinnertime. Readers will enjoy trying the simple recipes that correspond to each family's unique rice dish.
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  • The Gruffalo

    Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler

    Hardcover (Dial Books, Feb. 7, 2005)
    A mouse is taking a stroll through the deep, dark wood when along comes a hungry fox, then an owl, and then a snake. The mouse is good enough to eat but smart enough to know this, so he invents . . . the gruffalo! As Mouse explains, the gruffalo is a creature with terrible claws, and terrible tusks in its terrible jaws, and knobbly knees and turned-out toes, and a poisonous wart at the end of its nose. But Mouse has no worry to show. After all, there’s no such thing as a gruffalo. . . .
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  • Richard Scarry's A Day at the Fire Station

    Richard Scarry

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, June 10, 2003)
    Sound the alarm for a day of fire-station fun with the one and only Richard Scarry! From fast fire trucks and out-of-control hoses to sliding down fire poles and saving the day, this exciting and funny Richard Scarry story wiill have little ones asking to read it over and over again. Includes a sheet of stickers!
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  • Just Me and My Mom/Just Me and My Dad

    Mercer Mayer

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Jan. 7, 2014)
    This deluxe storybook featuring two Little Critter stories in one book is the perfect Mother's Day storytime read! In the first story, Little Critter enjoys a day in the city with his mom. Then flip the book over to read about Little Critter's very first camping trip with his dad.
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  • Just Me and My Little Brother

    Mercer Mayer

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, June 26, 1998)
    Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter is thinking about all the things he and his new little brother will do together in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether the brothers go trick-or-treating, build a snowman, or ride bikes together, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A perfect way to celebrate the special bond between brothers!
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  • Elmo's Super-Duper Birthday

    Naomi Kleinberg, Joe Mathieu

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Dec. 6, 2016)
    Elmo celebrates his birthday with his Sesame Street friends by playing games, eating cupcakes, and opening presents. Girls and boys ages 3 to 7 will love this paperback storybook that includes over 50 stickers, a Pin-the-Nose-on-Elmo game, and a press-out birthday crown!
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