New Releases by Sue Fliess

What happens when a big furry monster no longer wants to be scary? How can he figure out what his other talents are? In this installation of Sue Fliess and Simona Sanfilippo''s Magical Creatures and Crafts series, an unhappy monster is hoping to get out of the scaring business. But it''s all he''s ever known. So one day he realizes the key lies in learning a new skill. And who better to teach him something new than a group of kind and patient kids? The kids agree to help him and offer to teach him a number of things—and he chooses baking a cake. The story follows the monster as he learns how to bake and decorate. The journey includes funny monsterly snafus, but in the end he makes a monster of a cake and is proud to have learned and changed. Kids will delight in the monster''s trials and errors, and cheer him on when he persists and finds success. Fliess’s bouncy read-aloud rhyming text and Sanfilippo’s energetic, whimsical illustrations will bring joy to young readers as they watch the children exercise patience with a monster who is just a little bit self-conscious and clumsy. Also included are guides for teachers and parents about popular monsters in stories and media, as well as instructions for making a monstrously fun and delicious cake!

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What happens when you have a loose tooth, but it''s the Tooth Fairy''s first day on the job? How will she find you and where will she leave her gifts? In this installation of Sue Fliess and Simona Sanfilippo''s Magical Creatures and Crafts series, a group of children wonder what happens if the Tooth Fairy assigned to collect their most recent lost tooth is brand new to her job. How will she know where to find the tooth? What if she goes to the wrong room? To help the Tooth Fairy remember her training, the children devise a plan that will guarantee her success! With the right supplies—colored paper, crayons or pens, scissors, stickers and glitter, and ribbon—young readers who have a wiggly tooth or have recently lost a baby tooth can also help train their Tooth Fairy by making a sign for their bedroom doors similar to the ones the children make in the book. Fliess’s bouncy read-aloud rhyming text and Sanfilippo’s energetic, whimsical illustrations will bring joy to young readers as they watch the children create a scene that will direct the little Tooth Fairy to the tooth she seeks. Also included are guides for teachers and parents about the origin and history of the Tooth Fairy, as well as instructions for making the craft featured in the book.

2024 ALA Notable Children''s Book 2024 Texas 2x2 Reading List 2023 Chicago Public Library Best Informational Books for Younger Readers 2023 Blueberry Honor Award 2024 Bank Street Best Children''s Books of the Year STARRED REVIEW! "Fliess informs while maintaining a light, adoring tone that reveals cicadas'' remarkableness."—Publishers Weekly starred review Eeee-ooo! Eeee-ooo! Cicadas drone on, clicking and buzzing from dusk till dawn. There are about three thousand different kinds of cicadas on earth. Some species emerge from the ground every year, while others only come up every thirteen or seventeen years. But no matter how much time passes before they dig their way to the surface, the result is the same: up to trillions of clumsy (but harmless!) insects flying, clicking, and buzzing all around us. Using a combination of rhythmic, rhyming verse and fun facts, this story describes the life cycle of the cicada and helps readers better understand this fascinating insect.

Explore the ocean with marine biologists as they observe a pod of whales. Maggie is a marine biologist. She and her team study all the living things in the ocean. Today is an exciting day: after months of research, the team is diving into the water with a traveling group of whales to record their songs and learn more about how whales communicate.

Join a team of archaeologists onsite at Angkor Wat in Cambodia. Sam is an archaeologist. He and his team find and study ancient objects to learn more about the people who made and used them long ago. On this exciting dig, they carefully remove dirt layer by layer and use dating techniques in the lab to calculate the age of the artifacts they find.

Babble / Swoosh / Roar and WHOOSH! The roar of a waterfall, the chirp of insects, the thump of a heartbeat—sound is all around us! Rhyming text and atmospheric illustrations present four children in different parts of the world who encounter all sorts of sounds.

Valentine''s Day is all about showing kindness to the most important people in your life—and if you''re caring and thoughtful, you can help Cupid spread love and happiness, too! Will you spot a Cupid this Valentine''s day? If you do, will you be ready to help him spread love and kindness? By being observant, helpful, and friendly, you can lend Cupid a hand, and together you can make special cards and gifts to show all your favorite people how much they mean to you. So, grab some supplies—stickers, markers, crayons, colored paper, glue, and whatever else you like (it''s the thought that counts on Valentine''s Day!)—and think of heartfelt messages to share with your loved ones. Then be ready to meet Cupid and work together to spread cheer and happiness! Sue Fliess’s poetic read-aloud text and Simona Sanfilippo’s vibrant, whimsical illustrations will provide joy for young readers eager to help Cupid share the love! Also included are guides for teachers and parents about how to engage children in making Valentine''s Day cards and how to interest them in the history of the holiday, the mythology behind the winged messenger Cupid, and the value of being thoughtful and kind to everyone.

Princess Pippa isn''t your ordinary princess; her invention isn''t ordinary, either

The soft glow of a candle, the blink of a firefly, a burst of fireworks—light is everywhere in our world! Follow a diverse group of kids as they live, learn, celebrate, and encounter light all around them. Poetic, rhyming text from Sue Fliess and luminous illustrations by Khoa Le invite readers on a journey through the world of light. "Multiple STEAM applications, from poetry and creative writing to introductions to energy and light to how the sun affects human life, and doubles as a great read-aloud or a starry bedtime story."—starred, Booklist

There’s an age-old tale that magic unicorns exist . . . wandering where orchids grow within the mountain mist. Legend has it that the only way to find a unicorn is to know where to look and how to craft a beautiful gift that shows her you are a friend. If you’re lucky, she may even take you for a ride! So, gather some natural craft supplies like daisies, vines, ferns, apples, and grass, and get ready to find a magical new friend. If your heart is pure, you just might discover a unicorn in the wild. By being resourceful, careful, and kind, you can make beautiful riding gear from nature that will show your unicorn friend you truly care—and you may even be taken on an incredible ride through sunny meadows, over sparkling oceans, and along the brilliant arcs of rainbows! Sue Fliess’s poetic read-aloud text and Simona Sanfilippo’s vibrant, whimsical illustrations will provide much fun for young readers eager to find their own unicorn friends! Also included are guides for teachers and parents about how to engage children in building unicorn-riding gear, how to interest them in the natural world, and a brief history of unicorns.

Can a bully become a friend? Because Little Red only speaks in verse, it''s tough for her to make friends. The schoolyard bully, Big Brad Wolf, is always picking on her. One day, her grandma shows her a flyer for a poetry contest, and Little Red thinks it could be her big chance to make a friend. But on the day of the contest, Big Brad Wolf sneaks up on Little Red and scares the rhyme right out of her—and into him! How will they rhyme their way out of this dilemma?

This sweet rhyming story follows the change in seasons and illustrates how we can all be stewards of the Earth.

Pack your bags and grab your gear: you''re going to Ninja Camp! Listen closely to the ninja master, who will teach you everything you need to know to become a ninja warrior-but it won''t be easy. You''ll have to be sly and swift, strong and speedy, and only then will you become a Ninja of the Night! This fun and energetic book will delight and entertain kids and parents alike with its clever, rhyming verse and action-packed depictions of the coolest camp around. For fans of Ninja Red Riding Hood who are looking for a lesson in teamwork and cool stealth skills.

Mary is an enterprising young inventor. She wants a pet, but it isn''t one she can easily buy...so she makes one with the Sheepinator! Mary''s pet sheep and her new invention make her popular with her classmates. But when she starts making sheep for her new friends, things go hilariously awry. Can Mary invent a way to fix this mess?

Here and There are so similar they’re practically twins. But they could never play together because Here is always here and There is always there, so they become pen pals and write to each other all the time. One day, There gets an idea that could change the distance between them forever.

Leap into action with Goblin Hood, the Halloween hero of Scarewood Forest who steals from the witch and gives to the poor! This rhyming story follows a cast of spooky characters perfect for the Halloween season. Goblin Hood and the gremlins of Scarewood Forest are working to prepare the candy for Halloween. One day, a witch decides that she wants all the candy for herself. It''s up to Goblin Hood to steal from the witch and give to the poor little gremlins!

Fairies are all around us, and if you want to have one come to you, build a fairy house to have a fairy visit.

Grab your bucket and join the search for all the cool bugs outside! This fun rhyming story lists all the bugs you can imagine—creep bugs, climb bugs, sticky-slime bugs! Discover the vast world of insects in this photo-filled book.

It''s my birthday. . . I can''t wait! Time for us to celebrate! House is ready, Set for fun. Cake''s the last thing, then we''re done. Can''t use flour, Can''t use wheat. . .That''s got gluten! What''s to eat? With bright and charming illustrations and sweet text, A Gluten-Free Birthday for Me! is a celebration of being gluten-free!