New Releases by Kara McMahon

Friday the Scaredy Cat has his first playdate in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read adventure. Today is a big day for Friday the Scaredy Cat! Friday has his very first playdate with a nice orange cat named Mushy. There is just one problem—Friday is scared of playdates! Can Friday face his fear and learn to have fun with a new friend? This sweet and silly Level 1 Ready-to-Read story lets emerging readers laugh along with Friday as he learns that new things can be good things.

Look out! Zoe is ready to ride a bike just like a big kid! It may take a little practice, but soon Zoe learns to ride her tricycle all by herself–zoom zoom!

"There are new things in Friday's house: a new bed, a new bowl, a new toy mouse. There are new smells and new noises, too. Friday is scared. What do these things mean? Is it a monster...or could it be a new little sister?"--

"Based on the TV series 'Dora the explore' as seen on Nick Jr."--P. [4] of cover.

Black cats are supposed to be scary, but no one has told that to this little black cat named Friday. So, instead of being scary, Friday the Scaredy Cat is scared! When the doorbell rings, he jumps, runs, and hides. When a car horn beeps, he jumps, runs, and hides! But when something appears that should make him jump out of his skin, what does Friday do? Find out in this fun, sweetly spooky easy-to-ready level 1 story!

This sturdy carry-along boxed set collects four previously published Sesame Street photographic board books that touch on significant milestones as babies become toddlers and toddlers get older. Too Big for Bottles follows Baby Cookie Monster as he masters the art of drinking from a sippy cup. In Too Big for Diapers, Baby Ernie learns to use his new potty. Big Enough for a Bed is about Elmo’s move from a crib to a toddler bed. Big Enough for a Bike is the story of how Zoe learns to ride her brand-new tricycle. Crisp, bright photos and brief, matter-of-fact text will reassure toddlers as they, too, attempt to master important growing-up skills. This is an indispensable little library for all families. The box has a plastic handle and Velcro closure.

A perfect choice for springtime, Easter, or any day of the year, this paperback with gatefold flaps and a pop-up is a great value at only $6.99! Diego takes readers on an egg-citing adventure to learn all about the different animals that hatch from eggs, including snakes, crocodiles, macaws, and more! Lift each gatefold flap to reveal an animal and its egg. Then open the last spread for a ferocious pop-up surprise!

Dora's adventures have taken her all over the world--and she's got the wardrobe to prove it! In this fun, interactive novelty book, Dora takes readers on a trip through her photo album and shows pictures of her and her friends in different places around the globe. And the best part is that Dora fans are encouraged to be a part of the story! Just punch out the Dora doll and dress her up in the different outfits again and again!

Young readers learn key concepts with Diego in this interactive board book that includes touch-and-feel elements, foldout flaps, foil, and more. Full color.

Blue loves her baby brother, Sprinkles, and teaches him games and hobbies.

Rescue Pack can turn into anything Diego needs. Readers can fold out the flaps on each spread to help Rescue Pack transform into a boat, a jet pack, or a truck. Includes an exciting pop-up ending. Full color.

Dora is going on an adventure on her bike--she's riding all the way to Bike Park. This novelty board book includes a real bike bell that readers can ring. Full color.

The wheels on Raloo Rocket go round and round in the town of Tara! Get ready for a wonderful adventure. As an extra bonus, learn the days of the week with Piggley and the gang!

By reading the information in Diego's animal notebook, readers can learn about rain forest animals and then put animal-shaped stickers in the proper habitats featured on the fold-out map.

Elmo goes to school.

Elmo and the other muppets discuss the importance of good hygiene.

Elmo explores the world of police officers, how they keep us safe, and how they get around.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with Elmo in this lovey-dovey filled lift-the-flap board book! Elmo tells toddlers all about all there is to love, including family, friends, pets, and favorite things. This sweet lift-the-flap book offers both the serious explanations and the humor that are the hallmark of the Elmo’s World series on Sesame Street. A perfect read for Valentine’s Day!

Elmo and Zoe are best buddies. So when Zoe suddenly decides that she'd like to change a few things about herself to be more like her other monster girlfriends, it's up to Elmo to convince her that she's lovable just the way she is.

Favorite Sesame Street characters appear in seven short stories.

Elmo asks other kids how they get clean, when they brush their teeth, and how they take care of their hair.

Elmo, along with babies and toddlers, gets dapper with pants, shirts, hats, and shoes so everybody is dressed for all kinds of weather. Full color.