New Releases by Danna Smith

Grow, Grow, Little Baby is a lyrical picture book for siblings welcoming a new baby into the family, and includes scientific information about the baby's development process as well as celebrating how God knits each life together.

Born of Orange Blossoms is a poetry collection that sings with the rhythms of the earth. From the delicate whisper of a spring breeze to the fiery hues of an autumnal sunset, Smith captures the essence of each season with breathtaking beauty. This collection, a celebration of the cyclical dance of the natural world, is thoughtfully divided into seasonal sections, inviting readers to fully immerse themselves in the unfolding year. Within these pages, you'll discover a rich variety of poetic forms, from the concise elegance of haiku to the flowing freedom of free verse and beyond, all crafted with a keen ear for rhyme, rhythm, and the music of language. Born of Orange Blossoms is a treasure for those who appreciate the power of beautifully crafted language and the enduring magic of the seasons.

"Bunny hides eggs for all her forest friends--with a surprise for YOU at the end!"--Back cover.

From the creators of The Thank You Book, this board book celebrates the ways we can be welcoming and the importance of community. If you meet someone new in the world today, there is a very kind word you can say. “Welcome!” Welcoming somebody shows that you care. You’re happy to see them. You’re glad they are there. From inviting a friend to play to welcoming a new baby into the world, this sweet book celebrates all the ways we can welcome those around us—and shows readers that even small acts can have a big impact.

"Haikus hold clues to the cute woodland creatures hiding under the flaps on each page, in this hands-on board book that is filled with fun"--

When a box of cell phones is accidentally delivered to the zoo, one blue gnu quickly calls two white sheep, who plan a party - beep beep beep! This illustrated picture book will keep young readers giggling and guessing to the end. News of the party spreads to three orange apes, four red pandas and five green ducks... up until ten purple birds learn it's party time! But oh no - who invited tiger, and who will he call on his new phone? ONE BLUE GNU is a fun and colorful romp at the zoo, where we count from one to ten and down again in one huge party!

This joyous board book celebrates the different ways we can say thank you to those around us—from hugging a friend to thanking a teacher, to showing gratitude in even bigger ways! Thanking is easy. Thanking is fun. It shows you are grateful when kind things are done. From thanking your teacher for teaching, to thanking your vet for caring, from sharing a hug, to giving a card, this sweet book shows all the ways we can express gratitude. And as the book builds, so does the scale of the thanks, showing young readers that even if they start small, they can have a big impact.

"The joy of growing one's own food and enjoying it with others comes through loud and clear" -- Kirkus High above the city's hustle and bustle, a group of friends transforms a rooftop into a lush, green garden! From planting tiny seeds to watching sprouts stretch toward the sun, each stage of growth brings new excitement and anticipation. Set to a catchy tune, this story has kids singing along while learning about the magic of plant life. Includes a QR code to original audio and animation Educational notes contain information about plant care, the six stages of plant development and more.

Hop aboard this train-shaped board book that introduces each car of a freight train during a nighttime adventure! Blow the train whistle, shovel more coal. Here we go, freight train! Get ready to roll! Toot-toot goes the horn, Blink-blink go the lights, Clang-clang goes the bell, all through the night. Featuring all the cars of a freight train, this board book is perfect for young readers who love trains! And since freight trains ride at night, there are adorable sleepy animals throughout for little ones to find.

When Aspen's best friend, Sophie, gives her a DNA test kit, a half teaspoon of spit is all it takes to discover her entire life has been a lie.Learning that her beloved late father was not her biological father and that her mother deceived her ignites a wild storm of emotions. Aspen struggles with her identity and the burden of being the gatekeeper of this closely guarded family secret. When her mother refuses to reveal her biological father's name, Aspen sets out on a courageous journey to find him.Based on the author's true story, this novel-in-verse is a powerful tale of betrayal, life-changing secrets, and the path to healing and forgiveness.

What happens when you let the shark play follow the leader? Count the fish from one to ten as a jolly group of fish explore their underworld world.

A young girl and her father, a medieval castle's falconer, spend the day taking their goshawk out for a training flight, introducing readers to the preparations and equipment used in the sport.

An expressive group of cheerful fish play follow the leader in their ocean habitat, unaware that a shark lurks in the background. Count the fish from one to ten as each joins the game, then count back down to one when the leader snacks on a sea spider and sets off an unfortunate chain reaction (swallow the leader!). Luckily for everyone, fish number ten—the shark—gulps down his prey too quickly, and burrrrrrrp! they all swim out again. Lively rhymed text and energetic artwork combine in this exuberant counting book that’s sure to delight little ones learning their numbers.

When you live in the arctic in winter, everything is a shade of white. A young girl looks around her home in the arctic and sees only white, white, white . . . but one day her grandfather takes her out on a journey across the tundra. And at the end of their cold walk, the dark opens up to show the Northern Lights dancing across the sky—blue, green, and purple.

Star light, star bright, come to story time tonight. You’re invited to a magical pajama party with all your nursery rhyme friends! Join Little Bo-Peep, Georgie Porgie, Miss Muffet, the cow that jumped over the moon, and all their pals as they march merrily toward Mother Goose’s house for a cozy slumber party full of stories. And after they are all tucked in, continue to the back of the book and find a special section with your favorite nursery rhymes. "Children will be eager to attend this magical slumber party."—School Library Journal "Allyn’s digitally created illustrations have the warmth of acrylic paintings, and she gives her ethnically diverse young cast round faces, gleaming eyes, and fuzzy heads of hair. The atmosphere is definitely slumber party cozy, especially after the children settle down to hear Mother Goose read stories from her 'famous book.'"—Publishers Weekly

Rhyming text and illustrations outline the process by which latex is extracted from trees to make balloons.

Ever wonder how a balloon is made? Follow the journey of a balloon from its beginnings as gooey sap in a tree to its completion at a rubber factory. You'll be surprised to discover what a balloon started out as and how it becomes the bright, air-filled decoration that you enjoy today.

Two brothers use their imaginations to turn their surroundings--from a white bandana and yellow coins to a red blanket and even their baby sister--into a colorful pirate adventure before naptime. Full color.

A grandfather and grandchild go to the zoo, where they count animals from one to ten.