Best Selling Books by Amy Krouse Rosenthal

First there was Spoon. Then came Chopsticks. Now the last... Straw! The final entry in a trio of favorite "punny" tales reminds readers to savor life''s little pleasures, from beloved bestselling and award-winning author Amy Krouse Rosenthal. Straw has always had a great thirst for being first, slurping up anything in sight and rushing straight to the finish in every situation. But when his speedy streak gets the best of him, it takes a friend to show Straw how to take his time and drink in the amazing world around him. A companion to Spoon and Chopsticks, this warm and wise story--packed with the clever puns synonymous with this popular series--celebrates the joys of slowing down. Don''t miss these other titles in the Spoon series: Spoon and Chopsticks

Fans of the uplifting Uni the Unicorn book series will love this story about not giving up! This relatable Step 2 Reader shares the familiar anxieties of performing in front of a crowd! Perfect for beginner readers who can recognize familiar words and are working on sounding out new ones. It is almost time for Uni''s first dance recital! Uni has practiced but is still worried about forgetting the routine. How will Uni tell left from right and remember the steps when performing on stage? Uni fans new and old will be excited to join this bighearted unicorn on a new adventure that shares the power of hard work and practice—plus a little help from mom and unicorn magic—to feel confident! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Look for Uni Step into Reading stories, including: Uni the Unicorn Bakes a Cake Uni the Unicorn Goes to School Uni''s First Sleepover and more!

One Smart Cookie offers a fresh batch of words that encompasses everything you might say to a child, whether it''s the first day of preschool or the last day of high school. Cookie-centric definitions range from wanting to know everything about cookies (curious) to thinking carefully about what kind of cookies to make for your friend (ponder). This book mixes Amy Krouse Rosenthal''s morsels of wisdom with the delicious illustrations of mother-daughter duo Jane Dyer and Brooke Dyer. This is one vocabulary list that will resonate well beyond the school years.

New York Times best-selling picture-book author Amy Krouse Rosenthal teams with McSweeney''s regular Gracia Lam to tell the sweet, simple story of a young child''s typical day—from morning to bedtime. Each scene is described in three-word "ABC" phrases, such as "Awake Beautiful Child." Secret "ABC" scenes hidden throughout the artwork—as a secondary "seek and find" game of sorts—will encourage multiple readings and reward close-looking. An ideal read-aloud book to read just after waking or just before bed.

A punctuation mark feels bad that he does not fit in with the others until a friend reveals the possibilities that exist when differences are accepted.

Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Brigette Barrager reunite to bring us a sparkly, magical sequel to Uni the Unicorn! The Land of Unicorns is in trouble -- it has been raining and raining for what seems like forever. This is a big problem because there are only three ways that unicorns can get their magic: from the golden sun, from magnificent rainbows, and from the sparkle of believing. Luckily, Uni the Unicorn has always always always believed...that little girls are REAL. Join this very special unicorn and the little girl who believes right back as they finally meet and work together to save a magical land and all who live there! Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Brigette Barrager reunite to revive this world glowing with possibility and hope that is the stuff of childhood fantasies.

This scrumptious follow-up to the bestselling Cookies: Bite-Size Life Lessons captures the spirit of the holiday season. From making the same kind of cookies at the same time each year (tradition) to decorating them with lots of sprinkles (celebrate), youngsters will gobble up vocabulary words and holiday lessons in this charming dictionary of sorts. Amy Krouse Rosenthal''s timeless morsels of wisdom paired with Jane Dyer''s cozy illustrations are as irresistible as the aroma of cookies fresh from the oven. Go ahead, take another bite!

New York Times bestseller Uni the Unicorn learns the importance of cleaning up! Bonus: Includes a special DIY craft kids can make at home. Celebrate the magic of believing with Uni the unicorn! Uh-oh! Uni and the little girl find a trail of candy wrappers on the forest floor. These don''t belong here! Ride along as they clean up the mess and teach a valuable lesson about litter at the same time. These new Uni the Unicorn paperback storybooks have a strong magical theme and a hopeful message. In Uni''s beautiful world, we see Uni experiencing real-world feelings that kids can identify with and families want to read about.

An original picture book about a unicorn from bestselling author Amy Krouse Rosenthal (Plant a Kiss). In this clever twist on the age-old belief that there’s no such thing as unicorns, Uni the unicorn is told there’s no such thing as little girls! No matter what the grown-up unicorns say, Uni believes that little girls are real. Somewhere there must be a smart, strong, wonderful, magical little girl waiting to be best friends. In fact, far away (but not too far), a real little girl believes there is a unicorn waiting for her. This refreshing and sweet story of friendship reminds believers and nonbelievers alike that sometimes wishes really can come true. This Read & Listen edition contains audio narration.

From A to Z, the Encyclopedia of Me is the ultimate reference about you. With more than 300 inspired prompts, this journal will have you capturing your life in a way that is meaningful, fun, and satisfyingly organized.

New York Times bestseller Uni the Unicorn believes in the power of luck—and friendship! A perfect pick for St. Patrick''s Day or any day your little one needs a little good luck. Celebrate the magic of believing with Uni the Unicorn! A four leaf clover! A ladybug! A rainbow! The unicorns are seeing good luck charms everwhere, and that means the day must be full of good luck. But what''s at the end of a rainbow? Uni and the little girl are curious and excited to go on an adventure with their friends to find out! These Uni the Unicorn paperback storybooks have a strong magical theme and a hopeful message. In Uni''s beautiful world, we see Uni experiencing real-world feelings that kids can identify with and families want to read about.

No racing in the haul-ways! From the late, beloved author Amy Krouse Rosenthal, a look at seven adorable train cars on their first day of school. All aboard the train-car pool! A new lineup of students is off and rolling to Choo-Choo School. After reciting their classroom rules — Work hard, play fair, be kind — it’s time for some math to get the wheels turning. Then everyone’s ready to climb a hill in gym (it’s good to blow off steam), sing songs in music (Flat Car is a bit off-key), and learn the whole alphabet, especially the letter R. In one of Amy Krouse Rosenthal’s last books, lighthearted verse portrays a world where train stations are classrooms, the conductor doubles as the teacher, and Boxcar is happy to hand out tissues to anyone who ah-choo-choos. Bright, energetic illustrations by animation artist Mike Yamada bring the whole clickety crew to rollicking life.

Ride along with Uni on a magical adventure to help the Tooth Fairy! Are you a helper like Uni the unicorn? When someone you love gets a wiggly tooth, it may be cause for excitement or anxiety. Ease any fears and bring on the joy with this humorous story focusing on the magic and delight of the Tooth Fairy—and Uni the unicorn, of course! The little girl has a wiggly tooth! Soon the Tooth Fairy will come and give her a prize. But there’s one problem . . . the Tooth Fairy is soooo tired! Luckily, Uni the unicorn is always ready to help. They’ve got a long night ahead, and shhh, they’ll need to be quiet! It just might take a little Uni magic, too. . . . This new line of Helper picture books, based on the New York Times bestseller Uni the Unicorn also includes Reindeer Helper. Celebrate the magic of believing with Uni.

From the beloved New York Times bestselling author of I Wish You More, Amy Krouse Rosenthal, a cookie-centric guide to life Everyone knows cookies taste good, but these cookies also have something good to say. Open this delectable book to any page and you will find out something about life. This board book with sturdy pages is a good stocking stuffer or graduation gift. Cookies: Bite-Size Life Lessons is a new kind of dictionary, one that defines mysteries such as "fair" and "unfair" and what it means to "cooperate." At every turn this book is clever, honest, inspirational, and whimsical. Go ahead, take a bite! Perfect for learning concept words.

Welcome to the magical Land of the Unicorns, where colors magically appear in this board book perfect for little ones! It''s stopped raining in the Land of Unicorns, and Uni is excited to bring back the rainbow! Uni the Unicorn knew what to do. A magical horn was just the thing to make the land brand-new. Poof! Uni tapped a ripe strawberry... red! Young listeners will love learning all the colors of the rainbow with Uni the Unicorn.

Meet Chopsticks! They''ve been best friends forever. But one day, this inseparable pair comes to a fork in the road. And for the very first time, they have to figure out how to function apart. From New York Times best-selling author Amy Krouse Rosenthal and rising artistic talent Scott Magoon, this witty and inventive tale celebrates both independence and the unbreakable bonds of friendship.

New York Times bestseller Uni the Unicorn is ready to learn all the ways we say thank you -- in a kid-friendly paperback, complete with tear-out thank you cards! Celebrate the magic of believing with Uni the Unicorn! It''s a beautiful Autumn day in the Land of Unicorns. When Uni finds a tree in the orchard drooping, Uni''s friend Silky uses her magic to help the tree spring to life. Uni wants to say thank you, but isn''t sure how. Sunshine? A song? A little bit of Uni magic? Luckily, Uni knows just who to ask to learn how to say thank you! UNI paperback storybooks have a strong magical theme and a hopeful message (plus a punch-out thank you card, too!) In Uni''s beautiful world, we see Uni experiencing real world feelings that kids can identify with and familes want to read about.

Uni the Unicorn is ready for Halloween -- and kids will find a special treat of sparkly stickers inside, too! Celebrate the magic of believing with Uni the Unicorn! This new line of UNI THE UNICORN paperback storybooks begins with a spooky twist! Uni is planting a pumpkin patch. But, uh oh! Uni''s very first pumpkin gets squished! Uni''s friend Goldie thinks she saw something spooky in the pumpkin patch... What could it be? Uni isn''t scared -- Uni knows just how to be brave and solve the mystery! UNI 8x8''s are storybooks with a strong magical theme and a hopeful message (plus a sticker sheet, too!). We see Uni experiencing real world feelings that familes want to read about and kids can identify with. Look for Uni the Unicorn: How to Say Thank You! coming soon.

Ride along on a magical adventure to help a mermaid! Are you a Helper like Uni the Unicorn? Uni and the little girl are taking a walk on the beach when they meet a mermaid! The little girl has all sorts of questions, but first, the mermaid needs some help! She wants to know all about the world above the water. Join Uni and the little girl as they help their new mermaid friend go on a grand adventure over hillsides, through magical forests, and even to the Real World! This new line of Helper picture books, based on the New York Times bestseller Uni the Unicorn also includes Reindeer Helper, Tooth Fairy Helper, and Easter Bunny Helper! Celebrate the magic of believing with Uni the Unicorn.

Uni is eager to learn how to use her horn to fix things, but her teacher, Mr. Wise, says she must practice her magic and also use her heart.