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Great Kid’s Books
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items Books that truly capture the audience’s interest. Many have a number of books with the same characters that bring a familiar sense to each story. These will remain go-tos in your child’s library.
A great read aloud about bullying and friendship. Fun with colourful illustrations and catchy phrasing. Perfect for home or in the primary classroom.
The Recess Queen|Hardcover
So many wonderful stories in this treasury. A classic for any child. Perfect addition to a family library that is guaranteed to be a favourite.
A Story Treasury (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
Kevin Henkes tells a humorous and heartwarming tale of the challenges of welcoming a new baby to the family. Lily is excitedly awaiting the birth of baby Julius, but will she be as enthusiastic when he actually arrives? A fun read by an amazing autho...
Julius, the Baby of the World|Paperback
Such a wonderful treasury! I introduced my grade one class to the mice of Brambly Hedge this year. It was a huge hit!! Gorgeous illustrations and stories that you just fall in love with.
The Complete Brambly Hedge (Brambly Hedge Series)|Hardcover
Once you meet the mice of Brambly Hedge you’ll be completely drawn into their world! This book brings the stories to life in a beautiful pop-up form. A treat for both kids and adults!
The Brambly Hedge Pop-Up Book (Brambly Hedge)|Hardcover
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A lovely tale about friendship and loyalty. Kindred Spirits always have a way of finding one another. A timeless read by Julia Donaldson.
Tabby McTat, the Musical Cat|Paperback
A classic tale by Julia Donaldson. Facing your fears isn’t always as bad as you imagine!
The Gruffalo|Hardcover
My class loves all things Dog Man! The Scarlett Shedder was a great hit this year. Many even read it for a second and third time! This series is popular in both primary and elementary thanks to the many colourful action-packed pages.
The Scarlet Shedder (Dog Man Series #12)|Hardcover
My kids absolutely LOVE Julia Donaldson. This is already on my Christmas list for my classroom!! 24 books!!! I can’t resist!
The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar Book Collection: Count down to Christmas with 24 mini books
A heartwarming tale of celebrating our differences and getting along. Julia Donaldson never disappoints!
The Smeds And The Smoos
A beautiful tale of friendship and bravery. This story is great for Halloween or ANY time! A Donaldson classic to add to your library. My class loves this book.
Room On The Broom
A little girl whose shyness gets in the way of her being heard. So many children can identify with the character of Willow and the courage it takes to find your voice.
Willow’s Whispers
A heartwarming story of a lonely giant who offers the clothes off his back to those in need. A great lesson in kindness for all ages.
The Smartest Giant In Town
A fun twist on the classic tale of the Three Little Pigs. You won’t be able to get enough of these three zany characters and how they outsmart the big bad wolf. You’ll want to collect the entire series. A regular read aloud in my classroom!
The Three Little Superpigs|Hardcover
Another fun twist on a classic fairytale. Will the Superpigs be able to solve the case of Goldilocks and the Three Bears? Lots of laughs as they investigate all of the clues.
The Three Little Superpigs and Goldilocks and the Three Bears|Paperback
A Christmas tale that invites the rowdy Herdman family to entertain us in their crazy antics when they perform the Christmas Story for the school concert. This zany group of children delight the reader and remind us that the true meaning of Christmas...
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever|Paperback
A wonderful story about always being good. It’s not always what it’s cracked up to be. A very teachable tale.
The Good Egg|Hardcover
If you love Easter you’re sure to enjoy this one! Finding eggs is easy, but catching the Easter Bunny is a whole other challenge! This story will inspire you and your child to build some pretty creative traps and promote STEM-based skills. Another gr...
How to Catch the Easter Bunny (How to Catch... Series)|Hardcover
First in the popular series! Your tween will love the antics of Dog Man and his friends in this colourful graphic novel.
Dog Man (Dog Man Series #1)|Hardcover
If your young reader has already started reading Dog Man, they’re likely already hooked on the adventures. This boxed set will help satisfy them for a bit for sure. A lovely boxed-set to add to your home library. Preorder now because these will sell ...
Dog Man Supa-Mecha Collection (Dog Man #7-12 Box Set)|Other Format
Dog Man and Cat Kid! A great boxed set of this duo. Beautiful graphic novels that children can’t get enough of! A series that appeals to many age groups; It explores universally positive themes, including empathy, kindness, persistence, and the impor...
Dog Man: The Cat Kid Collection (Dog Man Series #4-6 Boxed Set)|Other Format
From the classic adventures of Frog and Toad, we see this four-story tale. Kids will love the stories of these two best friends.
Frog and Toad Storybook Favorites: Includes 4 Stories Plus Stickers!|Sticker Book
This funny tale of what defines family is sure to become an instant classic. A bear is given big responsibility as he acquires a feathered family.
Mother Bruce (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
A fun tale about a giant whose new wardrobe helps him make many wonderful friends. A reminder that it’s not what’s on the outside that counts.
The Spiffiest Giant in Town|Paperback
Every child enjoys the timeless classics of Dr. Seuss. Rhyme along to Green Eggs and Ham with his imaginative and whimsical characters. So much fun!
Green Eggs and Ham|Hardcover
What happens when a dozen egg friends escape the carton for an exciting game of ‘you’re it’? Well, plenty of fun for sure! Enjoy another adventure in the Good Egg series. Bonus…stickers and two eggs to decorate. Just in time for Easter!
The Great Eggscape! (The Good Egg Presents)|Sticker Book
Jasper has a fear of underwear! But this pair is extra scary because it GLOWS! Will he be able to conquer his fear? Lots of fun and laughter in this zany tale!
Creepy Pair of Underwear!|Hardcover
From the author of, The One and Only Bob, comes the new children’s book that continues the story of Ruby, the young elephant. Ruby, now living amongst other elephants, is starting to grow her tusks. But how does a young elephant give up her past and ...
The Littlest Elephant: A One and Only Ruby Story|Hardcover
Tiny Bean, the hedgehog, and his grandma love stories and adventures. This series will keep you laughing as they encounter a ghost, a giant strawberry, and much more! Sure to be a family favourite!
Everyday Bean (Tiny Bean's Big Adventures, Book #1)|Hardcover
You’ll thoroughly enjoy reading this witty tale with your child. So many laughs as the crayons protest and decide to leave the box for various reasons. I love reading this, and other crayon books, in this laugh-out-loud series to my class. Can’t reco...
The Day the Crayons Quit|BN Exclusive
Well, the crayons are finally making their way back to the box! They might not get there in the quickest or easiest fashion, but that adds to the fun in this hilarious adventure! I simply adore the books in this series.
The Day the Crayons Came Home (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
We all know the story of the three little pigs, but what about them becoming superheroes?! Enjoy this hilarious twist on the classic fairytale as the Super Pigs move to Fairyland and continue to ‘save the day’.
The Three Little Superpigs: Once Upon a Time|Hardcover