New Releases by Alice Walstead

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series comes a delightfully book-tacular new adventure...do YOU have what it takes to catch a BOOKWORM? Read alongside the How to Catch kids as they scour their books for the squiggly-giggly Bookworm that has escaped their local bookstore! It''s up to the Catch Club kids to find this wiggly critter before class begins. Filled with STEAM concepts and an adorably bookish creature, this hilarious picture book is parents, educators, and readers ages 4-10. Allow me to introduce myself. I am what is called a BOOKWORM. Books are what make me happy! I dive right in, wiggle and squirm. Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch a Mermaid How to Catch Bigfoot How to Catch a Dinosaur How to Catch a Dragon And more! Happy Birthday, How to Catch! Celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary with How to Catch a Bookworm!

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series comes an all-new, candy-filled adventure...do YOU have what it takes to catch a magical GARDEN GNOME? Tumble alongside the How to Catch Kids into a flower-filled, dragon-flying, giant-grilled-cheese-eating garden, tended to by none other than a magical Garden Gnome. But will this group of adventurous kids manage to catch the Gnome before twilight begins... and their ability to leave this fantastical land ends? Filled with magical hijinks and STEAM concepts, this hilarious picture book is perfect for parents, educators, budding gardeners, and readers ages 4-10. My secret garden is hidden away, Filled with butterflies, songs, and more. It''s enchanted and magical too, ''round each bend are surprises galore! Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch a Mermaid How to Catch Bigfoot How to Catch a Dinosaur How to Catch a Dragon And more!

Experience the mermaid magic of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch brand, now for babies and toddlers! Can you catch a mermaid? On her first trip to the beach, a little girl has one goal: to trap and befriend a mermaid. Can she lure her new pal to the shore to play? Filled with seashells, sandcastles, and all sorts of summer fun, this sunny story will enchant little readers as they follow along on an exciting beach day and try to trap the mystical mermaid. Overflowing with charming rhymes, adorable illustrations, and simple STEM traps, this board book is the perfect summer read, basket stuffer, or holiday gift for little readers ages 0-3! It''s my first day at the beach. Did you bring a map? It''s time to catch a mermaid. Can you set the perfect trap? Looking for more read aloud fun? Also in the How to Catch series: My First How to Catch a Sandman My First How to Catch a Witch My First How to Santa Claus My First How to Catch the Easter Bunny How to Catch a Mermaid How to Catch a Unicorn ... And more!

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes an all-new story about life''s greatest adventure: chasing your dreams! This time, there are no traps to build or maps to follow, but only milestones to achieve! Everything you need to catch your biggest dream is already in you! A celebration of resilience, bravery, persistence, and true belief in yourself, How to Catch a Dream is perfect for fans of Oh, the Places You''ll Go and Happy Dreamer, and a reminder that catching your dream is always within reach! With inspiring art and imaginative illustrations, this picture book is the perfect gift for graduation, bedtime, read-aloud, or any occasion. A great big world is out there waiting...It holds your biggest dream it''s true. Excitement, joy, and adventure are ready...Now catching the dream is up to YOU! Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Dinosaur How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch a Loveosaurus How to Catch a Leprechaun How to Catch a Mermaid And more!

The newest adventure in the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series—do YOU have what it takes to catch the most unique creature yet? The How to Catch Kids are at it again! When one of them is about to gain a new sibling, the team tries to trap the Babysaurus—a curious little creature who loves adventure and learning new things! But will the Babysaurus be a nuisance or your new best friend? The perfect gift for new siblings ages 4-10, this fun dinosaur picture book is filled with silly rhymes and illustrations sure to delight young readers and parents alike. With STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos, How to Catch is a phenomenal Christmas or holiday gift! There are rumors of a stinky beast, quite small, but loud, it''s true! This could just be our new best friend, and to catch him we need YOU! Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Mamasaurus How to Catch a Daddysaurus How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch a Loveosaurus How to Catch a Leprechaun How to Catch a Mermaid and more!

The next exhilarating adventure in the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series — a Bad Guy is on the loose! The How to Catch kids are having fun at a carnival when an Invisible Bad Guy falls out of the movie they are watching! Convinced that the kids'' catching net is the ultimate world-domination device, the Invisible Bad Guy steals it and tries to get away. While this new foe may have superpowers, the How to Catch kids have a few carnival tricks up their sleeves. Can YOU help catch this villain or will their net be lost forever? Full of zany traps, silly rhymes, and bright illustrations, this picture book is sure to capture the attention of young readers and educators alike. With STEAM concepts and hilarious characters, How to Catch an Invisible Bad Guy is the perfect summer read, holiday basket or stocking stuffer, or classroom gift for children ages 4-10! Here I am! Muhahaha! My reign has just begun. Do YOU think you can catch me? Alright, let''s have some fun! Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch a Monster How to Catch a Groundhog How to Catch a Leprechaun How to Catch a Dinosaur And more!

Catch your best goodnight dream and join the bedtime fun with this board book for babies and toddlers part of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series! Follow along in this sweet and calming bedtime adventure as the Sandman avoids traps set by children around the house to help them find their happiest dream before they fall asleep. Brimming with charming rhymes, simple STEM traps, and bright illustrations, this board book is sure to spark bedtime fun and a dream-filled imagination for a new set of young fans of the How to Catch brand. This adorable story is the perfect basket stuffer, shower gift for babies and toddlers, or a festive read aloud for ages 0-3! Looking for more read aloud fun? Also in the How to Catch series: My First How to Catch Santa Claus My First How to Catch a Witch My First How to Catch the Big Bad Wolf My First How to Catch the Easter Bunny And more

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes a magical new adventure about a young Fairy Godmother. the perfect Easter basket stuffer! After graduating from the academy, a shy new Fairy Godmother has been given the most challenging assignment yet— to watch over the How to Catch Kids! Can she take care of these wacky kids as they prepare for show & tell without getting caught in their wildly inventive traps? Come along for a never-before-seen exciting adventure perfect to celebrate the special role aunts and godmothers play in your life! This brand-new fantastical picture book is filled with silly rhymes, zany humor, and colorful illustrations sure to delight young readers and educators alike with STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos. The perfect basket and stocking stuffer, summer reading, and gift for children 4-10. I am a fairy godmother, you think you know my tale. But this is all brand new to me - I''m blazing a new trail! Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch a Garden Fairy How to Catch a Loveosaurus How to Catch a Leprechaun How to Catch a Mermaid and more!

From the creators of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes a new exhilarating graphic novel adventure for kids age 6-9! Pup has boundless energy and endless optimism; Dragon is cool and thoughtful but always up for adventure...together, they are best friends who are always there for one another. It''s time for the science fair, and Pup and Dragon have hatched a plan to help the kids win the first prize: They''ll catch a REAL dinosaur! Bursting with colorful art and hilarious text, Pup and Dragon: How to Catch a Dinosaur is sure to appeal to How to Catch lovers and new young readers alike. More Pup and Dragon adventures: Pup and Dragon: How to Catch an Elf

The newest adventure in the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series and the perfect Valentine''s Day gift—do YOU have what it takes to catch the most special creature yet? The How to Catch Kids are at it again! This time, they''re trying to trap the Mamasaurus—a wonderful creature like no other with strong spirit and a kind heart! On their quest to catch her, the kids think about all the amazing ways in which Mamasaurus is there for them, always ready to share her love and support. The perfect Valentine''s Day gift for children ages 4-10 to share with Mom, this fun dinosaur picture book is filled with silly rhymes and illustrations sure to delight young readers and educators alike with STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos. We''ve heard of a creature like no other, and if the great tales about her are true— Her strong spirit and soft heart are magical, and to catch this Mamasaurus we need YOU! Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Daddysaurus How to Catch a Loveosaurus How to Catch a Dinosaur How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch a Leprechaun How to Catch a Mermaid and more!

It''s time to deck the halls and set your traps in this new Christmas adventure from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series! Do you have what it takes to catch jolly old St. Nicholas himself? Santa Claus is getting ready to deliver presents to children around the world, but the wily How to Catch Kids have set traps galore! With the help of his trusty Reindeer and Elf, Santa will have to use all his festive magic to avoid being caught. Poised to become a new holiday tradition, this merry picture book is filled with silly rhymes and illustrations sure to delight young readers and educators alike with STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos. The perfect Christmas gift or holiday stocking stuffer for children ages 4-10! It''s Christmas Eve! I am almost there! I know you''ve hatched a plan. So when you hear my HO-HO-HO, try to catch me if YOU can! Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch an Elf How to Catch a Reindeer How to Catch a Snowman How to Catch a Gingerbread Man How to Catch a Unicorn and more!

From the creators of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch books comes the first exhilarating Christmas adventure in a new graphic novel series for kids age 6-9! Pup has boundless energy and endless optimism; Dragon is cool and thoughtful but always up for adventure ... together, they are best friends who are always there for one another. In their first adventure, they are trying to catch one of Santa''s little helpers--only Dragon has no idea what a Santa is let alone an elf. Bursting with colorful art and funny text that is sure to appeal to How to Catch lovers and new young readers alike, Pup and Dragon: How to Catch an Elf is sure to bring extra cheer to your holidays this year!

The newest addition in the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series—do YOU have the rad skills needed to catch the mystical Daddysaurus? The How to Catch Kids are at it again! This time, they''re out to trap the Daddysaurus—a mystical creature capable of such amazing acts of kindness, bravery, brilliance and humor. The kids try to trap the creature with all his favorite activities, but will they succeed? Maybe all they need is a little sweetness to make this awesome Daddysaurus appear! The perfect gift for children ages 4-10 to share with Dad at Father''s Day, Christmas, and beyond, this fun dinosaur picture book is filled with silly rhymes and illustrations sure to delight young readers and educators alike with STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos. Have you ever heard of the Daddysaurus, known for his kindness and bravery too? We''re on a mission to catch him today, but we may need some help from YOU! Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Dinosaur How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch a Loveosaurus How to Catch a Leprechaun How to Catch a Mermaid and more!

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series comes a new springtime adventure perfect for Easter—do YOU have the magic touch needed to catch a Garden Fairy? When the How to Catch Kids stumble upon a trail of glitter and the entrance to an enchanted garden, they decide that they have to explore! Hoping to find the resident Garden Fairy to learn about her magical realm, our heroes set off on a whirlwind adventure through this larger-than-life garden. Young readers, parents, and educators alike will laugh along as the Garden Fairy dodges ridiculous STEAM traps and hilarious plans, and even interacts with some surprise How to Catch friends! Perfect for kids ages 4-10, this funny picture book makes a delightful Easter basket stuffer, classroom, summertime, or bedtime read-aloud, and graduation or birthday gift! In the garden lives a legend filled with magic, wit, and fun, So grab your friends and set your traps, and catch this fairy before the day''s done! Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Mermaid How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch the Tooth Fairy How to Catch the Easter Bunny How to Catch a Dinosaur and more!

Step into your storybook and experience the magic of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch brand in this sweet board book for little ones! Come along into an enchanted world to catch one of the most famous storybook mischief-makers: the big, bad wolf! After reading her favorite stories, one little girl hops into the pages, determined to trap the wily wolf with the help of Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks, Hansel and Gretel, and more beloved characters. Filled with delightful nods to classic nursery rhyme and fairytale stories, cute rhyming text, and playful lures and traps, this adorable book is sure to spark reading, learning, and imagination for a new set of young How to Catch fans. My First How to Catch the Big Bad Wolf makes the perfect addition to any birthday gift, basket stuffer, holiday gift for babies and toddlers, or a bedtime read aloud for ages 0-3! Some of my favorite stories are fables and tales and nursery rhymes, And I keep hearing about a big, bad wolf who causes trouble sometimes. If I were in the stories, I know just what I''d do! I would set only the best traps, he wouldn''t have a clue. Looking for more read aloud fun? Also in the How to Catch series: My First How to Catch Santa Claus My First How to Catch a Witch My First How to Catch the Easter Bunny How to Catch a Gingerbread Man How to Catch a Unicorn and more!

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes an exciting Valentine''s Day treat about a rare new creature! Can you catch the magical Loveosaurus? The How to Catch Kids are on the chase again, this time to trap a dinosaur that escaped from the museum and wants to spread love and kindness. Blending exciting traps and STEAM concepts with hilarity and chaos to encourage reading, learning, and imagination, this charming adventure will delight young readers, families, and educators alike—and maybe inspire spreading some kindness too! This funny children''s picture book makes the perfect bedtime read-aloud and Valentine''s Day gift for kids ages 4-10! Have you heard of the Loveosaurus? The first ever found—it''s true! He''s on the run spreading kindness and joy, but who will trap him... YOU? Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Dinosaur How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch a Class Pet How to Catch a Gingerbread Man How to Catch a Mermaid and more!

Jingle all the way in this new Christmas story for kids from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series! It''s Christmas Eve and Santa''s team is off to deliver presents when one of the trusted reindeer Comet decides to explore on her own... the perfect opportunity for our How to Catch Kids to trap her and prove Santa exists! Come along on this fun Christmas adventure to see if you can catch Comet! Poised to become a new holiday tradition, this merry picture book is filled with silly rhymes and illustrations sure to delight young readers and educators alike with STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos. The perfect Christmas gift or holiday stocking stuffer for children ages 4-10! Reindeer fly on Christmas Eve and bring us all good cheer. To catch one takes a special trap—will YOU meet one this year? Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch an Elf How to Catch a Snowman How to Catch a Yeti How to Catch a Gingerbread Man How to Catch a Unicorn and more!

A New York Times and USA Today bestseller from the hit How to Catch series! Do YOU have what it takes to snatch a Halloween witch? It''s Halloween night and something doesn''t seem quite right... When the How to Catch Kids head out to trick-or-treat, there are ghosts, goblins, and ghouls everywhere! Our heroes discover a witch on a broom has opened a magical portal that let out spooky creatures all over the neighborhood. Follow along in this frightfully fun story as they set zany traps for the witch to close the portal and save Halloween before all the candy is gone! How to Catch a Witch is a treat sure to delight young readers and educators alike with STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos. The perfect Halloween gift or basket stuffer that kids ages 3-7 will love! You''ve been waiting all year long to trick-or-treat with friends. But wait—a witch is on the loose! We''ll catch her before night''s end! Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Monster How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch a Mermaid How to Catch a Dinosaur How to Catch an Elf and more!

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes an all-new, hilarious school adventure! The class pets escaped from their cages and are running loose in your school! Lizards, hamsters, rabbits, and birds are on the loose... and a bearded dragon is leading the hilarious escape. Join the fun and find out if YOU have what it takes to catch these riotous pets on their wild field trip! Featuring an approachable school theme that kids will relate to plus cute animal characters and clever rhymes, this silly story will inspire repeat reads again and again. Perfect for young readers and educators alike and a delight for fans of the bestselling series, this fun-filled picture book blends STEAM concepts with hilarity and chaos to encourage reading, learning, and imagination. Great for children ages 4-10, this book makes a delightful first day of school gift, appreciation gift for teachers, holiday stocking stuffer, graduation gift, or for read-aloud fun anytime of year! All the class pets are on the loose, and each critter must be found! We need your help setting traps before the school bell sounds! Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch a Dinosaur How to Catch a Mermaid How to Catch a Monster How to Catch a Snowman and more!

Experience the magic of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch brand in this sweet Halloween board book for little ones! Can you catch a witch? It''s the spookiest night of the year and one child has a wish: to trap a witch on her broomstick so she can touch a twinkle star in the sky! Brimming with charming rhymes and delightful art, this Halloween book for kids will enchant little readers as they follow the child, her black cat, and puppy friend in building playful lures for the witch on the broom! Filled with cute jack-o''-lantern pumpkins, trick-or-treat costumes, candy, and more, this spellbinding story makes a perfect addition to any Halloween trick-or-treat basket, holiday gift for babies and toddlers, or a festive fall read aloud for ages 0-3! To ride on a magic broom on Halloween night You''ll have to catch a witch so you can take flight! Looking for more read aloud fun? Also in the How to Catch series: My First How to Catch Santa Claus My First How to Catch the Easter Bunny How to Catch a Monster How to Catch a Gingerbread Man How to Catch a Unicorn ... And more!