New Releases by Courtney Carbone

Celebrate America''s 250th birthday with this informative Step 2 Nonfiction Reader that honors the U.S.A. from its beginnings to the beautiful land it is today. The United States is a country filled with mountains, oceans, lakes, and prairies; gorgeous parks and natural wonders and fauna. It is also filled with people from all kinds of backgrounds. But how did our country come to be and how does it run? This Step 2 Nonfiction Reader will teach children the basics about our history and get them in the American spirit! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Laugh and learn with fun facts about animals from around the world and their unique habitats—all told in Dr. Seuss’s beloved rhyming style and starring the Cat in the Hat! “We’ll learn about animals that can swim, jump, and fly. Please step up and join me—there’s no need to be shy!” The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce children to non-fiction topics from the real world! Explore the wild world of the animal kingdom and discover fun facts about: African elephants backyard birds leaping lemurs and much more! Perfect for story time and for the youngest readers, Super-Dee-Dooper Book of Animal Facts also includes an index, glossary, and suggestions for further learning. Look for more books in the Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series! Wacky Weather One Cent, Two Cents, Old Cent, New Cent Oh, the Things You Can Do That Are Good For You Oh, the Pets You Can Get

Barbie "Brooklyn" Roberts, Barbie "Malibu" Roberts, and their best friends Teresa and Nikki head to the big apple to help with the launch of Teresa''s cousin''s new restaurant. Inspired by her Abuela''s tamale recipe, Teresa and her friends learn about

Barbie "Brooklyn" Roberts can''t wait to start her next chapter in California, living next door to her best friend, Barbie "Malibu" Roberts! But even as the whole town warmly welcomes Brooklyn and her family to the West Coast, she can''t shake the feeling that she''s missing home--and her Granny Vi--back in New York. Will Brooklyn find her place so far from home?

Get to know Barbie and Barbie''s best friend Teresa in this Level 2 reader based off the 2025 Barbie tentpole movie, A RECIPE FOR FRIENDSHIP! Barbie "Brooklyn" Roberts, Barbie "Malibu" Roberts, and their best friends Teresa Rivera and Nikki Watson head to New York to help with the grand opening of Teresa''s cousin''s new restaurant. Teresa wants to perfect her Abuela''s tamale before the big opening, but can''t seem to get it right. Will Teresa find the right ingredient in time? Find out in this Level 1 reader based on the 2025 Barbie tentpole movie, A RECIPE FOR FRIENDSHIP!

Get ready to conquer those back-to-school jitters with this exciting new Dealing with Feelings beginning reader! This Step 2 reader is perfect for kids who recognize familiar sight words and are working on sounding out new ones! It''s natural for children to feel anxious about the first day of school, just like the kid in this story. Her chest feels as tight as her old sneakers since there is so much to do to prepare. Good thing she is not alone! Many people are there to help her feel more comfortable so she can have the best first day! Learning how to voice your feelings and count on others, like your family and teachers is an important skill that can help all children. The Dealing with Feelings series of early readers is designed to give voice to what''s brewing inside. Through short, simple text and repetitive observational phrases, children will learn to name their emotions as they learn to read! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Gobo loves his life as an explorer in Fraggle Rock, but when he is presented with the opportunity to explore "outer space" (what the Fraggles call our world!) with his Uncle Traveling Matt, he is excited for a new adventure! So when an unfortunate mishap causes Uncle Traveling Matt to reconsider his choice of traveling companion, Gobo will have to search deep within himself to learn--and prove--what it means to be a true explorer.

It''s New Day''s Day in Fraggle Rock, and all of the Fraggles are excitedly preparing for the annual Flutterfly festivities--all, that is, except for Boober, who would rather spend time alone than take part in the holiday traditions. All that quickly changes when Boober finds himself chosen as the coveted New Days'' Day storyteller, which means it''s up to him to lead the rock-wide celebration! Can the other Fraggles help a very anxious Boober rise to the occasion in time for the ceremonial Flutterfly release?

An all-new Step 3 Step into Reading leveled Reader that is based on Nickelodeon''s Rugrats! Susie, Chuckie, and Tommy are ready for a fun day at a sci-fi convention with their dads. But when they think they find a famous space villain, they end up having an out-of-this-world adventure. Both girls and boys, 5 to 7 years old, who are fans Nickelodeon''s animated series will love this hilarious Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. For children who are ready to read on their own.

"Peppa Pig is a loveable little piggy who lives with her younger brother, George; Mummy Pig; and Daddy Pig. Peppa loves playing games, dressing up, visiting exciting places, and making new friends--but her absolute favorite thing is jumping up and down in muddy puddles!"--Amazon.

This Dealing with Feelings book about jealousy helps kids understand what they''re feeling when they''re upset. Now a part of the premier early reading line, Step into Reading! When a new girl named Amy comes to school and interrupts show-and-tell, a little girl feels ignored. She doesn''t want to share with Amy. When the kids play soccer, Amy scores a goal. Everyone cheers, and the girl is jealous. How does Amy feel? Can the little girl give her a chance to become a new friend? The Dealing with Feelings series of early readers is designed to give voice to what''s brewing inside. Through short, simple text and repetitive observational phrases, children will learn to name their emotions as they learn to read. Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

Get ready for exciting adventures with the DC Super Friends! This collection of five early readers features the Super Heroes and their friends in one amazing volume. Characters like Batman TM, Wonder Woman TM, and The Flash TM make reading fun!

Explore the magical world of mermaids and unicorns with 100 fun activities for kids ages 4 to 8 Inspire kids to get creative as they go on an enchanting adventure through the land of mermaids and unicorns. This exciting book is full of beautiful coloring pages that will encourage kids to make their own artwork, plus tons of games, puzzles, and more for hours of entertainment! This mermaid and unicorn coloring book for kids includes: Fridge-worthy coloring pages—This book separates coloring pages with fun activities so no two coloring exercises are back to back, making the pages perfect for tearing out and displaying. Adorable artwork—Colorful activities and a cute illustration style will keep kids engaged and excited to keep exploring mystical mermaids and unicorns. A variety of activities—Children will have a blast with mazes, dot-to-dots, word searches, spot-the-difference puzzles, and other delightful exercises. Encourage kids to unleash their creativity, boost their artistic skills, and have fun with this unicorn and mermaid coloring book.

Disney Princess Aurora tells her story in her own words in this beautifully-illustrated full-color storybook based on Walt Disney''s Sleeping Beauty. And Princess Aurora stars in the live-action theatrical release of Maleficent 2 in theaters October 18th 2019.

The perfect party game for kids in a book! “TRUTH OR DARE?” Those three little words are guaranteed to spark instant fun, uncontrollable laughter, and even a little bit of blushing. And you’ll definitely surprise yourself and your friends along the way. Includes 200 truths and 200 dares, plus jokes and offbeat trivia. Truth: What is the grossest thing you’ve ever eaten? OR Dare: Write a song about your crush—and sing it out loud! Truth: Have you ever peed in someone’s pool? OR Dare: Pretend to transform into a werewolf.

A deluxe Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader based on the Disney classic film The Lion King! Simba the lion will one day become king--but his uncle Scar has other plans. Join Simba and his father, Mufasa, and his friends Nala, Timon, and Pumbaa as they earn their place in the Circle of Life. This Step 2 deluxe Step into Reading leveled reader is based on the Disney animated classic The Lion King. This book is perfect for children ages 4 to 6. Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Disney The Lion King is a timeless tale of family, bravery, and loyalty, and stars Simba the lovable lion cub.

The pups of the PAW Patrol help to save the day at the farm, the beach, a snowboard resort, and City Hall.

This Makes Me Happy follows a young girl on a field trip to the fair, complete with a roller coaster, pie-eating contest, and petting zoo! But when her pesky nut allergy keeps her from having a treat with her class, the girl learns that even the happiest of days can have unhappy moments. By reflecting on her trip and recognizing the many feelings that arose during it, she is able to feel less overwhelmed—and more confident about her positively happy day. While children enjoy expressing themselves—be it through laughter or tears—they don’t always have the words to articulate their emotions. The Dealing with Feelings series is designed to give voice to what’s brewing inside, showing children how to name their emotions as they also learn to read.

If feeling blue isn’t bad enough, it’s even worse without your best furry friend. This Makes Me Sad follows a young boy after he accidentally lets his dog, Kit, loose from the yard. Despite his parents’ attempt to find her, nothing can cheer up the boy. His favorite things, like a pretty sunset, going to the park, and his beloved teddy bear, just make him more sad. Even happy memories of Kit no longer feel good. With help from his family, the boy must learn to accept and express how he’s feeling inside. And by dealing with his feelings, he might just be able to do some good until Kit comes home. Easy-to-read text and evocative illustrations make this relatable second story in the Dealing with Feelings series a perfect practice in emotional maturity for kids.

Follow young Rosey Posey in a magical, beautifully illustrated story as she attends boarding school on Bloomers Island to learn about gardening and growing her own vegetables. When Professor Sage announces the Very Very Veggie Challenge, Rosey isn’t sure she wants to participate. But encouraged by headmaster Professor Sage and inspired by her favorite color, Rosey decides to grow a perfectly pink radish—in a perfectly pink pot on her perfectly pink windowsill! With patience and curiosity, she discovers just how fun and rewarding gardening can be, and not as hard as she thought! The Bloomers series brings to life the world of gardening and healthy-eating to young children in new and exciting ways.

Follow Pete Moss in this magical, beautifully illustrated story as he attends boarding school on Bloomers Island to learn about gardening and growing his own vegetables. When Professor Sage announces the Very Very Veggie Challenge, Pete immediately knows what he needs to grow spinach. It’s the one vegetable that can make him stronger. But does Pete have the patience to grow his spinach plants to win the contest? With the help of headmaster Professor Sage and his fellow Bloomers, Pete learns all about spinach, working hard toward his goals, and that good things take time to happen! The Bloomers series brings to life the world of gardening and healthy-eating to young children in new and exciting ways.

The popular Bloomers Island! gardening kits and online world blossom in a playful, beautifully illustrated new book aimed at getting kids to love everything about nature. Join the Bloomers on a whimsical adventure as they attend a magical boarding school on Bloomers Island. As Pete Moss, Rosey Posey, Big Red, Violet, and their friends prepare for the Great Garden Party, they learn about gardening, healthy eating, and caring for the environment. The treehouse school is held by the arms of Mr. Banyan, a tree about to celebrate his 200th birthday. His birthday party is filled with fun games that teach the curious students that gardening is not at all boring or hard--that it''s actually really fun!

Nella and Sir Garrett race Sir Blaine up Pink Polka-Dotted Mountain to try to witness a Pink Polka-Dotted Mountain Dragon egg hatch.

Venture with Link and Princess Zelda in this full-color activity book based on Nintendo''s classic The Legend of Zelda games--plus stickers! Fans of The Legend of Zelda will love this full-color activity book featuring Link, Princess Zelda, and their adventures in Hyrule. With tons of activities and stickers, The Legend of Zelda Official Sticker Book adds a new adventure to the legend! Since their North American debut in 1987, The Legend of Zelda games have earned a well-deserved reputation have captured the hearts and imaginations of players. The art design and mood differs greatly from title to title, but they unite to tell the story of the protagonist, Link, as he battles against all obstacles to prevent evil from consuming the land.

Sam-I-Am cooks his signature dish with Mouse and Fox.

Based on "Sunny Day, " the all-new animated adventure series from Nickelodeon, this Step 2 reader invites young fans to join Sunny Day as she and her friends rock the Friendly Falls talent show. Full color.

At head of title: Nickelodeon Sunny Day.

A young boy having a bad day that continues to get worse has a chance to reflect on the events and determine why he was so mad.

Welcome to Bloomers Island! In this book we meet Violet who is going to grow eggplants for her project when something goes wrong.