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The Stuffed Animals Get Ready for Bed

The Stuffed Animals Get Ready for Bed

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Bryan Langdo

What’s a girl to do when her stuffed animals just aren’t sleepy? The little red hen is fixing herself a snack, the monkey’s doing cartwheels, and the cow appears to be singing karaoke. It’s a good thing this little mommy has a few tricks up her sleeve. With a bit of persistence and a lot of tender loving care, she’ll get her babies bathed, read to, and snuggled…just in time for bed.

Wake Up, Buttercup

Wake Up, Buttercup

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Ken Wilson-Max

As two adorable toddlers get dressed, eat breakfast, and prepare to play outdoors, they use animal rhymes to describe their activities: What'll you wear, Polar Bear? Fasten your shoe, Kangaroo! Until it's . . . Out the door, Dinosaur!--and time to play! Children will delight in lifting flaps, pulling tabs, opening and closing doors, and joining in the fun of this interactive book.

Heidi Heckelbeck Has a Secret

Heidi Heckelbeck Has a Secret (Book 1)

Written by: Wanda Coven
Illustrated by: Priscilla Burris

Heidi Heckelbeck seems like any other eight-year-old, but she has a secret: She's a witch in disguise. Careful to keep her powers hidden (but excited to use them all the same), Heidi's learning to live like any other kid—who just happens to be witch. And with easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, Heidi Heckelbeck chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.

Heidi Heckelbeck Casts a Spell

Heidi Heckelbeck Casts a Spell (Book 2)

Written by: Wanda Coven
Illustrated by: Priscilla Burris

Thanks to meanie Melanie Maplethorpe, Heidi is cast as a scary tree in the school play, The Wizard of Oz. Heidi decides to get even with Melanie by casting a spell on her. The result of the spell? Melanie—who has the lead role as Dorothy—will forget her lines. As the day of the play nears, Heidi carefully collects all the ingredients she needs. But when she casts her spell, will Heidi's revenge be as sweet as she thinks?

Heidi Heckelbeck and the Cookie Contest

Heidi Heckelbeck and the Cookie Contest (Book 3)

Written by: Wanda Coven
Illustrated by: Priscilla Burris

Heidi can't wait to enter the famous Heckelbeck Chocolate Chunk Cookies in the annual cookie contest at Brewster Elementary. But when Melanie Maplethorpe laughs and says that Heidi's cookies are "blah," Heidi decides they could use a little magic. The result of Heidi's revised recipe is sure to steal the show…but wait—what's that strange smell?

Heidi Heckelbeck and the Cookie Contest

Heidi Heckelbeck in Disguise (Book 4)

Written by: Wanda Coven
Illustrated by: Priscilla Burris

It's Halloween in Brewster, and everyone is excited—except for Heidi Heckelbeck. Heidi hates seeing people dress up as witches, as if they know what life as a witch is truly like. When Melanie Maplethorpe decides to be a witch for Halloween, Heidi decides to dress up as Melanie to get back at her. But Heidi takes her Melanie act a little too far, saying and doing things that upset her friends. Will they ever forgive her?

Heidi Heckelbeck Gets Glasses

Heidi Heckelbeck Gets Glasses (Book 5)

Written by: Wanda Coven
Illustrated by: Priscilla Burris

When Heidi's best friend, Lucy, gets a super cute pair of glasses, she also gets a whole lot of something else--attention. The whole class is abuzz over how cute Lucy looks in her new fashion eyewear. This makes Heidi wish she could get glasses too. And maybe she can! What if Heidi pretended her eyesight was going bad? Would Heidi be able to fool her teacher? Her parents? The eye doctor? Oh, my...Heidi's future is beginning to look fuzzy...

Heidi Heckelbeck and the Secret Admirer

Heidi Heckelbeck and the Secret Admirer (Book 6)

Written by: Wanda Coven
Illustrated by: Priscilla Burris

The Brewster Science Fair is approaching, and Heidi and Stanley are busy working on their project. But when Heidi finds treats in her cubby and her desk, she realizes that she has a secret admirer! Who can it be? Heidi starts to investigate, and she eventually turns to her Book of Spells for help. Will she discover her admirer's true identity?

Heidi Heckelbeck Is Ready to Dance

Heidi Heckelbeck Is Ready to Dance! (Book 7)

Written by: Wanda Coven
Illustrated by: Priscilla Burris

It's time for the Brewster Elementary Talent Show, but Heidi Heckelbeck doesn't want to perform because she thinks she has no talent. Then Heidi finds a special pair of shoes in the attic and decides she will do a dance—but she may need a little help from her Book of Spells!

Designs and Doodles: A Muppet Sketchbook

Jim Henson's Designs and Doodles: A Muppet Sketchbook

Written by: Alison Inches

This delightful collection of Henson's early drawings, virtually none of which had been published before the original Abrams edition, serves as a map to the boundless imagination of the artist whose characters have educated and enraptured children—and adults—for generations. Filled with creatures of all sorts, these early posters, storyboards, and set and puppet designs celebrate the Muppet creator's unique genius and wild sense of humor.

The Candy Bar Cookbook

The Candy Bar Cookbook

Written by: Alison Inches and Ric McKown
Photographs by: Ann Chandler Brown
Illustrated by: Alexandra Foley

The Candy Bar Cookbook includes more than sixty recipes made with America's favorite candy bars. Coauthored by a professional chef and a veteran writer, this book will sweeten up the lives of all candy lovers.

In the Kitchen with Miss Piggy

In the Kitchen with Miss Piggy

Written by: Moi

That fabulous Muppet, Miss Piggy, and 54 of her celebrity friends cook up a witty and wonderful cookbook. The recipes and the humor are to die for.

I Love Fall!

I Love Fall!
A Touch-and-Feel Board Book

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Hiroe Nakata

From woolly scarves and plump orange pumpkins to crunchy leaves and smooth wicker baskets, readers will delight in all the textures fall has to offer. With simple, rhyming verses and sweet, vibrant illustrations, youngsters can celebrate the season with this touch-and-feel board book that's perfect for small hands.

Go to Bed, Fred!

Go to Bed, Fred!
Book and Puppet

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Lauren Attinello

Go to Bed, Fred is a perfect good-night storybook that comes with its own custom-designed Muppet made of blue plush, with white googly eyes and a shock of bright yellow hair, sized to fit an adult's hand—which means that Fred himself can read and act out the story.

Halloween Treasure Hunt

Halloween Treasure Hunt
Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Scott Nash

Bouncy, rhyming text makes this halloween story fun to read aloud, while Scott Nash's vibrant, humorously spooky art is offbeat and quirky, with a surprise under every flap.

Ghost Town Trick-or-Treat

Ghost Town Trick-or-Treat
Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Anna Devito

With rhyming text, delightfully detailed artwork, and spooky surprises under every flap, this is a Wild West trick-or-treat adventure! Yee-haw!

Where Is Miss Piggy?

Where Is Miss Piggy?
A Muppet Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Richard Brown

Miss Piggy is late. And she is keeping Kermit waiting. Will she arrive by car? By plane? By train? Lift the flaps and find out!

The Thanksgiving Monster

The Thanksgiving Monster
A Muppet Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Richard Brown

It's Thanksgiving at Kermit's house, and a monster has stolen dinner! But Thanksgiving isn't ruined, because Kermit and his guests have plenty to be thankful for anyway. Lift the flaps and find out why!

Little Monster Goes to School

Little Monster Goes to School
A Muppet Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Richard Brown

Today is Little Monster's first day of nursery school, but he doesn't want to go. Lift the flaps to see why the first day of school isn't so scary after all!

Christmas in Snowy Forest

Christmas in Snowy Forest
A Muppet Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Richard Brown

Robin is heading to a party at Bear's house but gets lost along the way and needs help to find her way, in a charming, lift-the-flap Muppet Christmas tale.

Halloween at Creepy Castle

Halloween at Creepy Castle
A Muppet Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Richard Brown

While Kermit's nephew Robin searches the creepy old haunted castle to find his friends, youngsters lift the flaps to discover the scary surprises that await him, in an interactive Halloween tale.

Happy Birthday, Miss Piggy!

Happy Birthday, Miss Piggy!
A Muppet Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Richard Brown

Youngsters are invited to an exciting, surprise birthday party where they too can open the gifts through lift-the-flap artwork where they discover all the presents Miss Piggy has been given on her special day.

Where Are Kermit's Keys?

Where are Kermit's Keys?
A Muppet Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Richard Brown

Kermit looks all over the house for his car keys so he can go out for a pizza.

Monster Market

Monster Market
A Muppet Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Richard Brown

Rizzo and Gonzo are planning a trip to the beach. Will they find everything they need at the Monster Market, where everything is monster-sized?

I Love You Coupons for Mom

I Love You Coupons for Mom

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Laura Merer

This Mother's Day, families everywhere will love this adorable storybook, complete with ten removable coupons! Kids can read the story aloud to Mom, removing the perforated coupons as they go. And, best of all, once the coupons have been removed, the storybook remains intact and can be read over and over again!

I Love You Coupons for Dad

I Love You Coupons for Dad

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Laura Merer

This Father's Day, families everywhere will love this adorable storybook, complete with ten removable coupons! Kids can read the story aloud to Dad, removing the perforated coupons as they go. And, best of all, once the coupons have been removed, the storybook remains intact and can be read over and over again!

Learn with Dora!

Learn with Dora!
A Bilingual Adventure with Pull-Tabs

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Dave Aikins

Dora is teaching her baby brother and sister some new words. Each page brings a new scene and/or family member–baking in the kitchen with Abuela, exploring pyramids with Mami, a day at the beach with Papi, and meeting new animal friends at the pond with cousin Diego.

Planet Reptar

Planet Reptar
RugratsLift-the-Flap

Written by:  Angela Pickles as told to Alison Inches

Illustrated by: Don Cassity

Something strange is going on at the Planet Reptar amusement park. Tommy's ball has disappeared, Chuckie's crackers are gone, and Angellica's doll has been kidnapped. And when the babies discover that the mysterious events aren't just strange, but alien, there's only one friend who can set things straight -- it's Reptar to the rescue!

How to Be a Princess

How to Be a Princess
Rugrats

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Jose Maria Cardona

Princess Angelica knows all about how to be a princess. With lots of reusable gemstone jeweled stickers included, Miss Pickles's guidebook will show what it takes to be the most royal pain -- er, princess -- in the land!

Corduroy Makes a Cake

Corduroy Makes a Cake

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Allan Eitzen Vikin

When Corduroy finds out that Lisa is having a birthday party, he decides to make her a very special cake. But instead of a cake, he makes a great big mess! Corduroy doesn't know what to do. Will he find another way to give Lisa a birthday surprise?

Corduroy Writes a Letter

Corduroy Writes a Letter

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Allan Eitzen Viking

Lisa notices that her favorite cookies have fewer sprinkles, so her mother suggests that Lisa write a letter to the bakery. Lisa is too afraid to write a letter, but Corduroy isn't. He writes the letter for her. But will the baker listen to advice from a bear?

Corduroy's Garden

Corduroy's Garden

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Allan Eitzen Viking

When Lisa plants some beans in her garden, she puts Corduroy in charge of watching over them. But Corduroy falls asleep, and a puppy digs up the seeds.

Be My Valentine

Be My Valentine
Pullout Valentines Board Game Popup Card And More

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Alison Winfield

Valentines are sweeter when you share them! Raggedy Ann delivers real valentines to her dearest dolly friends. Full of love and cheer, this interactive book includes eight valentines that can be removed from their individual envelopes. Young readers will love the festive Valentine's Day pullout surprises!

Twelve Days of Christmas

Twelve Days of Christmas

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Alison Winfield

In this merry tale, Raggedy Ann, Raggedy Andy, and their friends celebrate the many joys of the Christmas season. Strong sturdy flaps accompany this adaptation of the traditional song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas."

Marcella's New Doll

Marcella's New Doll
Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Alison Winfield

This story, based on Johnny Gruelle's original tale, shows how Marcella first discovers Raggedy Ann in her grandmother's attic. Lift the flaps and join Marcella as she opens boxes, plays dress-up, and finds the rag doll that will one day become a favorite for generations of children to come.

An ABC Adventure

Raggedy Ann & Andy: An ABC Adventure
Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Alison Winfield

Raggedy Ann and Andy and their doll friends are looking for the things around them that start with different letters of the alphabet! They spy an apple for A and a zebra for Z. Lift the flaps and help them discover all the letters from A to Z!

I Can Save the Earth!

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Viviana Garofoli

Meet Max the Little Monster. He is a cute, furry green monster who is an environmental nightmare. Among other things, he leaves on all the lights, keeps his computer plugged in, blasts the TV, hoards his old toys and uses so much toilet paper it clogs the toilet until finally, his excessive ways cause a power outage. With no TV to watch, computer to play on, video games to play with, Max finds there is a whole big world outside that he can make a difference in the environment.

I Can Save the Ocean!

I Can Save the Ocean!

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Viviana Garofoli

Max the Little Green Monster loves the beach, but after a picnic on the shore, he leaves behind a big mess to go scuba diving. Max meets lots of new ocean-swimming friends and, along the way, learns how his littering may have harmed the beautiful ocean. He goes on a quest to clean and protect the beach, and finds out what it means to be environmentally green.

The Adventures of a Plastic Bottle

The Adventures of a Plastic Bottle

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Pete Whitehead

Peek into this diary of a plastic bottle as it goes on a journey from the refinery plant, to the manufacturing line, to the store shelf, to a garbage can, and finally to a recycling plant where it emerges into it's new life...as a fleece jacket!

The diary entries are fun and humorous yet point out the ecological significance behind each product and the resources used to make it.

The Adventures of an Aluminum Can

The Adventures of an Aluminum Can

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Pete Whitehead

Peek into the diary of an aluminum can as it goes on a journey from inside a bauxite rock to the manufacturing line to the store shelf to a garbage can and finally to a recycling plant, where it emerges into its new life . . . as a baseball bat!

Santa Claus is Green!

Santa Claus is Green!

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Wednesday Kirwan

Santa Claus is dreaming of a green Christmas! By changing his own ways, he shows boys and girls around the world that they can have a festive holiday filled with decorations, presents, and treats-while giving back to the Earth.

Dora Loves Boots

Dora Loves Boots
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Zina Suanders

It's Valentine's Day! Dora and Boots can't wait to spend it together. They pick a favorite meeting place and set put with Map's help. Will they find each other on this special day? Only with your help!

Big Sister Dora!

Big Sister Dora!
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Dave Atkins

Someone new is going to join Dora's family! It's someone who sleeps in a cradle, drinks from a bottle, wears diapers, and likes to be rocked to sleep. Can you guess who it might be?

The Birthday Dance Party

The Birthday Dance Party
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Dave Atkins

Dora's cousin Daisy is having her fifteenth birthday party -- her fiesta de quinceañera. First Dora and Boots have to deliver Daisy's special crown and shoes. But when the party begins, it's time to mambo!

Super Babies!

Super Babies!
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Victoria Miller

Once upon a time there lived twin babies -- a boy and a girl. They were Super Babies! When Swiper swiped their Super Baby Banana Food, the babies -- along with their sister, Dora -- set off on a big adventure to get their food back!

Dora Climbs Star Mountain

Dora Climbs Star Mountain
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: A&J Studios

When Swiper the fox steals Dora's new necklace, she climbs to the top of Star Mountain to get it back.

Let's Play Sports!

Let's Play Sports!
Dora the Explorer Lift-the-Flap

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Dave Atkins

It's Sports Day, and everyone is outside playing their favorite sports: basketball, sailing, football, soccer, and more! But Dora needs your help. Lift the flaps to help her discover which sport Boots wants to play!

Dora's Big Dig

Dora's Big Dig
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Robert Roper

Dora uncovers a missing ancient treasure and she wants to show it to her mami right away! Join Dora and Boots for an exciting adventure and find out what the treasure really is!

Dora Saves the Prince

Dora Saves the Prince
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Robert Roper

Uh-oh! A mean witch has cast a spell and put Prince Ramón in the Stone Tower. Dora and Boots have to save him, but they need help! Readers can use the enclosed stickers to find the way to the tower and help break the witch's spell.

Dora's Treasure Hunt

Dora's Treasure Hunt
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Susan Hall

Dora and Boots are off on a treasure hunt, and they need some help! Readers can help Dora by using the enclosed stickers to find the right way to the treasure chest -- and find out what's inside it too!

Spongebob to the Rescue!

SpongeBob to the Rescue!
A Trashy Tale about Recycling

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Gibbs Rainock

In this hilarious green tale, SpongeBob starts Bikini Bottom's very first recycling center--without even knowing it! How does he do it? By collecting junk, of course! Find out all about recycling with SpongeBob in this original 8x8 story printed on recycled paper!

My Happy Book

My Happy Book
SpongeBob's 10 Happiest Moments

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Stephen Reed

SpongeBob remembers ten of his HAPPIEST moments ever in this special anniversary edition novelty! From his first Christmas to his first nightshift at the Krusty Krab; from the day he met Sandy Cheeks to his star-studded mopping performance at the first (and last) Krusty Krab talent show! With various novelty flaps, pull-tabs, and spin wheels throughout, this walk down memory lane is sure to have readers crying tears of laughter!

The Mighty Egg Sitters

The Mighty Egg Sitters
The Backyardigans

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: The Artifact Group

King Pablo instructs his knights to guard the royal egg, a task that seems easy - until the egg rolls out of the castle! Sir Tyrone and Uniqua the Knight chase the egg all over the kingdom. When the knights finally catch up to the egg, a monstrous surprise awaits them!

The Secret of Snow

The Secret of Snow
The Backyardigans

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Dave Atkins

It's wintertime -- but there's no snow! So the Backyardigans set off to the Icy North to find the Ice Lady. She knows the secret of making snow! But the Ice Lady has a very cold heart and won't even open her door. What will they do?

Kai-lan's Carnival

Kai-lan's Carnival
Ni Hao Kailan Series

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Jason Fruchter

Kai-lan shows her friends running away is not the answer when you cause a problem!

Superstylish Pets

Super Stylish Pets
Littlest Pet Shop Series

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Jim Talbot

How big is your Littlest Pet Shop? This 8x8 is full of fashion tips, quizzes, crafts, and recipes, and it even comes with adorable stickers of everyone's favorite littlest pets!

Picture Perfect

Picture Perfect
Dragon Tales

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: The Thompson Bros.

Cassie asks each of her friends to help her paint a mural for the playground, but everyone turns her down. Cassie starts the mural on her own. Her friends come to see what she has painted and are amazed–the magical paint makes the images come to life! Now everyone wants to try! When Cassie tries to organize the rest of the dragons to help paint a mural, she is disappointed that they are not very enthusiastic about the project.

In the Mushroom Meadow

In the Mushroom Meadow
Dragon Tales

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: The Thompson Bros.

Max is tired of being too little to ride bumper cars. But then he and Emmy are shrunk to a tiny size by shrinking violets in Dragon Land. Now he and Emmy are smaller than a blade of grass, and Max wishes he was back to his original little size. They ask the biggest of the little creatures for help, and soon discover that sometimes it's the littlest creatures that have the biggest ideas.

Dancin' Divas

Dancin' Divas
Lil' Bratz

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Grosset & Dunlap

The night of the first school dance is almost here and the Lil' Bratz™ are so excited! They can't wait to shop for dresses and funky accessories for the big night. But then Zada realizes that she has to make a speech at the charity auction for the local animal shelter on the very same night as the dance. Oh, no! What will the Lil' Bratz do?

Schooltime Style

Schooltime Style
Lil' Bratz

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Grosset & Dunlap

The Lil' Bratz love their friends, and they think school is pretty cool, too! School Cool! is packed with fashion tips for great school clothes, stories, fill-ins, and much more! And both books come with stickers!

Blue's Snowy Day

Blue's Snowy Day
Blue's Clues Series

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: David B. Levy

Bundle up and get ready as Blue, Steve, and all their friends enjoy a day in the snow! With surprises under every flap, discover how much there is to do on a snowy day and play a round of Blue's Clues to learn what is Blues's favorite winter treat.

Alphabet Power

Alphabet Power
Blue's Clues Series

Adapted by: Alison Inches

Blue has a very special playdate visitor -- it's the alphabet! Blue learns all about the ABCs: reading, writing, and spelling!

Spring is Here!

Spring is Here!
Blue's Clues Series

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Ian Chernichaw

Blue and her friends will miss winter, but it's time for spring! Join Blue's class as they welcome spring in a special way.

Blue Talks!

Blue Talks!
Blue's Clues Series

Written by: Alison Inches
Designed by: Aviva Presby

Welcome to Blue's playroom. Do you know what the most special thing about it is? Just press the paw print to find out! Blue can't wait to play with you!

The Lost Shamrock

The Lost Shamrock
Jakers Series

Written by: Alison Inches
Photographed by: Entara Ltd.

Piggley, Dannan, and Ferny have everything they need for their report about Ireland — except for Mr. Hornsby's special shamrock! The three friends must remember where they saw it last. Will they find the lost shamrock before the school bell rings?

The Dragon's Book of Make-Believe

The Dragon's Book of Make-Believe
Dragon Tales

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Bob Berry

The dragons love to play make-believe, and with the help of Quetzal's magical book, the games they imagine can come to life! In this unique interactive format, you get two great books in one. Turn the pages of the bigger book to see how the dragons and their friends use their imaginations, then leaf through the magical miniature book to see how their games would look in real life.

Blue's First Holiday

Blue's First Holiday
Blue's Clues Series

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Karen Craig

Did you ever wonder where Blue came from? One snowy holiday morning Mr. Salt takes out an old photo album and tells us the heartwarming story of how Steve met Blue. This festive tale also includes baby pictures of the entire Blue's Clues family. A holiday treat you'll never forget!

Off to School with Periwinkle and Blue

Off to School with Periwinkle and Blue
Blue's Clues Series

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Jennifer Oxley

Join Blue and Joe as they go with Periwinkle to his first day of preschool. At first he's a little nervous, but Blue shows him that there's nothing to be afraid of! School is cool!

Barney's Super Dee Duper ABC's

Barney's Super-Dee-Duper ABC's

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Jay Johnson

Learn ABCs with Barney! Barney fans will love seeing Barney's favorite things from A to Z. This cheerful ABC book is all about what makes you happy.

Oswald's Treasures

Oswald's Treasures

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Etsu Kahata

It's cleaning day for Oswald! He fills up his wagon with junk and heads to the junkyard. On his way Oswald meets up with some of his friends who take a look inside his wagon...and find treasures!

Bob's White Christmas

Bob's White Christmas
Bob the Builder

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Mel Grant

It's Christmas Eve and Bob and his crew are ready to celebrate. But when a big snowstorm hits, Bob and the vehicles have to dig out Farmer Pickles and deliver gifts to Mrs. Percival's class — all before the end of the night.

The Big Itch

The Big Itch
Clifford the Big Red Dog

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Robbin Cuddy

Clifford can't stop scratching an itch on his back. He even rubs his back against an apple tree--until all the apples fall! Emily Elizabeth wants to take him to the vet, but he doesn't want to go. Finally he learns to trust her, and the vet helps make it all better.

Rizzo's Bike Sale

Rizzo's Bike Sale
The Muppets

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Rick Brown

A good used bike sales-rat like Rizzo needs three things: a big smile, a nice tie, and good shoes. Find out why in this silly Muppet story.

Super Spies

Super Spies
Backyardigans

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: A&J Studios

Join supercool Agent Secret on a dangerous mission that takes him around the world!

Castaways!

Castaways!
Backyardigans

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Warner McGee

Join Uniqua, Tyrone, and Pablo on an island adventure!

Just Like Dora!

Just Like Dora!
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Dave Aikins

Dora has a surprise for her friends. What could it be? Follow Dora and find out!

I Love My Papi!

I Love My Papi!
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Dave Atkins

Join Dora and her papi as they do all sorts of exciting things together, like ride bikes, sail boats, and even bake a special cake!

Let's Read with Dora!

Let's Read with Dora!
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches

This great Dora Ready-to-Read collection has two Pre-Level 1 stories and four Level-1 stories that are perfect for young readers! The collection includes: Just Like Dora!; I Love My Mami!; Dora and the Rainbow Kite Festival; Dora's First Trip; The Puppy Twins and Dora's Sleepover. This collection is perfect to travel with or snuggle up and read to little ones at night. Come on, let's read with Dora!

Save the Elephants!

Save the Elephants!
Go, Diego ,Go!

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Ron Zaime

Oh no! A mean magician has turned elephants into rocks! Help Diego and his friends on this special African safari rescue.

Giant Octopus to the Rescue

Giant Octopus to the Rescue!
Go, Diego ,Go!

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Art Mawhinney

Diego and Giant Octopus need your help to rescue sea animals from underwater volcanoes!

Diego's Buzzing Bee Adventure

Diego's Buzzing Bee Adventure
Go, Diego ,Go!

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by:Ron Zaime

A swarm of bees has outgrown its hive. Diego needs your help to find a new place for them to live--before a rainstorm gets them all wet! Readers can learn all about bees in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read story with rebus icons.

Piggley Helps Out

Piggley Helps Out
Jakers!

Written by: Alison Inches
Photography by: Entara Ltd.

Piggley and his pals learn that giving is the best reward!

Hooray for Polka Dots!

Hooray for Polka Dots
Blue's Clues

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Ian Chermichaw

Blue's class goes to the fair and, when some of the rides seem too scary, Polka Dots comes to the rescue.

We Love Bathtime!

We Love Bathtime!
Rubberdubbers

Written by: Alison Inches
Photography by: Hot Animation

It is bathtime, and the Rubbadubbers are ready to splish, splash, brush, wash, and more!

Hello, Spring!

Hello, Spring!
Blue's Clues

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Ian Chermichaw

When the snow is gone, flowers bloom and kites fly high. Join Blue and her friends as they say, "Good-bye, winter," and "Hello, spring!"

My Visit with Periwinkle

My Visit with Periwinkle
Blue's Clues

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: David B. Levy

Periwinkle is coming over to Blue's house for a visit. Join Blue as she cleans the house and makes lunch for her friend. And find out what Periwinkle brings as a surprise!

A Surprise for Wendy

A Surprise for Wendy
Bob the Builder

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Diane Dubreuil

Find out what special surprise Bob and the team have planned for Wendy in this simple story about teamwork.

Wendy Helps Out

Wendy Helps Out
Bob the Builder

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Terry Chicko

Poor Bob is sick. Can Wendy and the team work together to fix the road?

Run Away Roley

Run-Away Roley
Bob the Builder

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Art Ellis

Roley is sleep-rolling his way through town! Can Bob and the machines get him home safely?

Dizzy's Bird Watch

Dizzy's Bird Watch
Bob the Builder

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Cheryl Mendenhall

Can Dizzy take care of a bird's nest while Bob works on a job? Find out in this simple story with a big surprise!

Wait, Hoho, Wait!

Wait, Hoho, Wait!
Ni Hao Kai-Lan

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Daniel Mather

Oh, no! Kai-Lan and her friends are building a toy car they can all ride in--but HoHo can't wait until it's finished! He tries to ride in the car before it's ready and ends up breaking it. Now he has to wait even longer while they put the broken pieces back together. But Kai-Lan shows him that if you do something you like while you're waiting, the time goes by much faster. This sweet story teachers a valuable lesson to preschool children!

Rodeo Cowgirl!

Rodeo Cowgirl!
Starring Barbie

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Karen Wolcott

Barbie has landed the starring role in Rodeo Cowgirl!, a Wild West movie about a cowgirl who saves her family's farm.

Super Spy

Super Spy
Starring Barbie

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Karen Wolcott

The Pink Diamond has been stolen and it's up to super spy Barbie to find it! With her cool clothes and cooler gadgets, Secret Agent Barbie always catches the bad guys.

The Belle of the Ball

The Belle of the Ball
Starring Barbie

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Karen Wolcott

In the exciting third book of the Starring Barbie series, Barbie has landed the lead role in a new romantic film called The Belle of the Ball. Barbie plays a simple farm girl named Anna who lives in the South back in the 1800s. Can Anna compete with the fancy Southern belles to win the heart of the man of her dreams?

A Dream Come True

A Dream Come True
Starring Barbie

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Karen Wolcott

Barbie gets a role in her first Hollywood movie! She learns all about acting and even gets to attend an award show!

The Weather Report with Sam Sparks

The Weather Report with Sam Sparks
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Brigette Barranager

Coming to you live from the town of Chewandswallow, it's Sam Sparks's Weather Report! Tune in to see what the weather has in store for this small town each day—from ice cream showers to spaghetti and meatball tornados—this tiny place has a lot of big weather! Includes 3‑D images throughout, 3‑D glasses, and a 3‑D poster!

The Guest Book

The Guest Book
Hotel for Dogs

Written by: Alison Inches

Check out the Hotel for Dogs Guest Book, where all the famous guests have left their 'marks.'Everyone's favorite hotel guests have left a friendly paw print, including interesting details about themselves, their stay at the hotel, and even a slobbery secret or two that no one else knows! Includes a cute, pullout poster with images of the hotel's furry guests!

The Secret to Igor's Success

The Secret to Igor's Success
Igor

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Karen Wolcott

In this hilarious and offbeat tale, Igor, the hunch-backed lab assistant of an Evil Scientist from the Kingdom of Malaria, dreams of winning first place in the annual Evil Science Fair and becoming a scientist himself. But instead of creating something evil, he ends up with Eva, a giant, lovable creature who literally cannot hurt a fly, and whose only dream is to become an actress. With just a few days left before the fair, he must find a way to trick her into acting evil.

Sailing for Adventure

Sailing for Adventure
Muppet Treasure Island

Written by: Alison Inches

Jim Hawkins joins the Muppets--Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Rizzo, and the others--on an action-packed adventure on the High Seas as they brave the intrigues of a gang of ruthless pirates to search for a hidden treasure.