New Releases by Amy Hest

As homey as its subject, a sweet tribute to America's favorite dessert and the love that gets baked into it. This is just about the perfect day: a morning in the kitchen baking, a bike ride across town with a fresh pie in the basket, and Grampa waiting to share warm slices in the park. Three-time Christopher Award winner Amy Hest narrates in the second person, allowing young readers to identify with the protagonist's burgeoning independence--taking the lead in the kitchen and center stage at a picnic. Illustrator Christopher Thornock renders these simple joys, unplugged and screen-free, in warm, sunlight-washed tones. The Thing About Pie is the perfect book to share at bedtime, circle time, or in the park with a snack. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

Best friends Billy and Rose, an industrious sheep and a laid-back pig, sometimes see things differently. When they play catch, Rose insists that Billy throws too high, and he counters that she throws too low. While Rose thinks washing clothes is the world's biggest chore, Billy contends that playing the cello holds that distinction. Still, these endearing friends always find a way to work things out: What if Billy plays a cello serenade for Rose while she does her laundry? After all, what they really want is to be together.

A celebration of the joy and comfort to be found in alone time and the joy and comfort that a friend can bring. Sometimes it’s nice to be alone. Just you, eating a cookie, alone. But what if a friend drops in? In Amy Hest and Philip C. Stead’s accomplished hands, anyone can become a potential friend—and that includes horses, whales, crocodiles, and even dinosaurs. The book’s effortless lilt and joyous illustrations are reminiscent of the very best work of Margaret Wise Brown and Charlotte Zolotow. It’s a complete treat for any introverted kid with a big imagination. A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of the Year A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year

"Best friends Billy and Rose, an industrious sheep and a laid-back pig, sometimes see things differently. When they play catch, Rose insists that Billy throws too high, and he counters that she throws too low. While Rose thinks washing clothes is the world's biggest chore, Billy contends that playing the cello holds that distinction. Still, these endearing friends always find a way to work things out: What if Billy plays a cello serenade for Rose while she does her laundry? After all, what they really want is to be together."--

Set during World War II, this poignant, briskly paced historical novel relays the events of one extraordinary summer from three engaging points of view. On the morning of the dedication of the new children’s library in Belle Beach, Long Island, eleven-year-old Julie Sweet and her six-year-old sister, Martha, find a baby in a basket on the library steps. At the same time, twelve-year-old Bruno Ben-Eli is on his way to the train station to catch the 9:15 train into New York City. He is on an important errand for his brother, who is a soldier overseas in World War II. But when Bruno spies Julie, the same Julie who hasn’t spoken to him for sixteen days, heading away from the library with a baby in her arms, he has to follow her. Holy everything, he thinks. Julie Sweet is a kidnapper. Of course, the truth is much more complicated than the children know in this heartwarming and beautifully textured family story by award-winning author Amy Hest. Told in three distinct voices, each with a different take on events, the novel captures the moments and emotions of a life-changing summer — a summer in which a baby gives a family hope and brings a community together.

"Lola y Simón son vecinos, pero no se dicen hola, ni se saludan. Los dos se preguntan si el otro necesita un amigo. Y una noche, pasa una estrella fugaz"--Amazon.

Un bambino e un cagnolino decidono di scalare una collina, arrivati con molta fatica per via della neve si siedono sulla slitta e beveno bevande calde e pane. Quando non è rimasto più niente si mettono uno vicino all' altro ed il piccolo bambino apre la valigetta e toglie un libro, dopo averlo letto scendono veloci dalla collina con la slitta per tornare a casa.

C'est le soir. Dehors l'orage gronde et pour Sam, c'est l'heure d'aller au lit. Maman Ours vient lui souhaiter bonne nuit, mais Sam n'est pas prêt. Sa maman le borde chaudement, installe tous ses amis peluches autour de lui, apporte un lait chaud... mais on dirait qu'il attend quelque chose... quoi donc ? Pour les 3/6 ans.

With beautifully tender artwork and a bouncy, read-aloud text, follow a little baby and a dog in a breathless game of hide and seek.

When winter arrives, Little Miss Bear does not want to go to sleep for the season for fear that she will miss everything, but Mother Bear reassures her that everyone will be waiting when Little Miss wakes up in the spring.

"After a young boy's beloved dog dies, the boy encounters a stray dog on the beach. At first, the boy is not interested in having another dog as a pet, but as he walks and plays on the beach, he gradually becomes interested in taking care of the stray dog as a pet."--Provided by publisher.

"An enchanting little story, with homey illustrations that add to its appeal." — School Library Journal (starred review) Outside, the wind blows and the rain comes down. Inside, it is Sam’s bedtime. Mrs. Bear reads him a story, tucks him in, and brings him warm milk. "Are you ready now, Sam?" she asks. "I’m waiting," he says. What else does Sam need before going to sleep? Could Mrs. Bear have forgotten a kiss?

Two of our most beloved picture book creators team up to tell a classic story of a child, his new puppy, and a first night home. Features an audio read-along! On Charley’s first night, Henry carries his new puppy in his old baby blanket all the way to his house. He shows Charley every room, saying, "This is home, Charley." He says that a lot so that Charley will know that he is home. Henry’s parents are very clear about who will be walking and feeding Charley (Henry will, and he can’t wait). They are also very clear about where Charley will be sleeping: Charley will be sleeping in the kitchen. But when the crying starts in the middle of the night, Henry knows right away that it’s Charley! And it looks like his parents’ idea about where Charley is going to sleep may have to change. With warmth, humor, and endearing simplicity, Amy Hest tells a tale familiar to everyone who has loved a puppy, while Helen Oxenbury renders each tender gesture and charming detail in a beauty of a book that children will be eager to take home.

In a series of letters to her new dog, fourth-grader Annie Rossi relates her daily exploits and remembers her mother.

The creators of the New York Times bestselling Kiss Good Night offer a trio of gentle tales about a special intergenerational bond. Little Chick may be a good and patient gardener, as Old-Auntie observes, but what if you simply can’t wait for your carrot to grow tall? What if you skip like a pro but still can’t lift your kite in the air? Or if you’re a really good stretcher but can’t reach your favorite star? With affection and humor, Amy Hest offers three vignettes about a curious chick and a loving auntie who knows how to soften disappointments by keeping the spark of wonder alive. And the incomparable Anita Jeram renders Little Chick’s gestures and movements with a mastery that captures the spirit of every young child.

Kuikentje Kip verbaast zich over dingen die ze in haar omgeving tegenkomt: wanneer groeit een worteltje, wanneer gaat een vlieger de lucht in en wanneer kan ze een ster plukken? Prentenboek met kleurenillustraties in pasteltinten. Vanaf ca. 4 jaar

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. By the creators of You're the Boss, Baby Duck! Reissue.

A best-selling author and illustrator pay tribute to the power of language and intergenerational bonds. George Baker and Harry don’t seem the likeliest of friends. Yet, sitting side by side on George’s porch, waiting for the school bus to come, the two have plenty in common, this hundred-year-old musician with the crookedy fingers going tappidy on his knees and the young schoolboy whose shoelaces always need tying. They’re both learning to read, which is hard — but what’s easy is the warm friendship they share. In an inspired pairing, a best-selling author and illustrator pay tribute to the power of language and intergenerational bonds.

When Sam has a cough, Mrs. Bear tends to him all through the cold night.

When Mrs. Bear and little Sam deliver the cakes they have made for their friends in the neighborhood, Sam carries the cakes all by himself, through the snow and up to the front doors.

Als mama Beer Sam naar bed brengt, moet ze nog van alles doen voordat Sam gaat slapen. Hardkartonnen prentenboek met grote schilderingen in warme kleuren. Vanaf ca. 2,5 jaar

Two funny, poignant adventures of Katie Roberts, detailed in her humorous diaries set in the years after World War II, are now combined in one edition. Illustrations.

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

Eendje Kiki kijkt met haar opa naar foto's van haarzelf in opa's foto-album. Prentenboek met eenvoudige tekeningen in kleur. Vanaf ca. 3 jaar.

When Sam has a cough, Mrs. Bear tends to him all through the cold night.

When her parents make such a fuss over their new baby, Baby Duck feels neglected, until Grandpa helps her to realize that she is still important.