New Releases by Amy Hest

On Charley's first night, when it was snowing, Henry tells his new puppy, "This is home". Henry shows new puppy Charley around the house, and even though Henry's parents say that the pet will sleep in the kitchen, the rules might change when Charley begins to cry.

A boy and his dog hike to the top of a very tall, snowy hill where they play, enjoy a snack, and then share their favorite book before sledding home.

On a rainy day when Baby Duck is sick with a cold, her grandfather cheers her up by showing her family photographs.

Even after a story, being tucked in, and warm milk, Sam is not ready to go to sleep until his mother kisses him good-night.

Harry sits on the porch with Mr. George Baker, an African American who is one hundred years old but can still dance and play the drums, waiting for the school bus that will take them both to the class where they are learning to read.

Baby Duck experiences the fear of the first day of school, but with a little help from Grampa, everything turns out okay in the end.

When a young girl from a poor eastern European village learns that she must leave her beloved grandmother for a new life - and a new love - in America, they both feel that their hearts will break. The sure and inspired narrative by award-winning author Amy Hest is paired with paintings by P.J. Lynch that glow with warmth and carefully observed detail, creating an unforgettable tribute to the immigrant experience. - Publisher.

It's a dark and stormy night in Plum Street and Mrs Bear is putting Sam to bed. She reads him his favourite book and pours him a glass of milk, but still Sam's not ready. What could he be waiting for? Snuggle up in your own bed with this book and cuddly toy, and find out!