New Releases by Jacky Davis

An extra-chunky board book! Elvis and Romeo, the most polar opposite of pups, play a game of hide-and-seek in this charming story from Jacky Davis and David Soman, the bestselling creators of the Ladybug Girl series. Elvis and Romeo try to figure out which dog is under the bench, between the trees, next to a bowl of water, and more. Introduce little ones to the concepts of direction, distance, and personal space with two dogs who never know which way they are going!

Elvis and Romeo share first experiences together in these three adorable Level 1 Ready-to-Read books by Jacky Davis and David Soman, the bestselling creators of the Ladybug Girl series—now available together in one hardcover bind-up! Elvis and Romeo discover the best way to navigate new things is as a team in these three stories. When they attend dog school, they realize they have a lot to learn but that they can do it together. Romeo shows Elvis there’s nothing to be afraid of at the vet. And when Elvis doesn’t want to share his new stuffie, the friends come up with a compromise. Friendship is about sharing and caring. Grumpy Elvis and happy-go-lucky Romeo might have different likes and dislikes, but their friendship makes them stronger! This sweet and funny hardcover bind-up includes: Elvis & Romeo Go to Dog School Elvis & Romeo Visit the Vet Elvis & Romeo and the New Stuffie

Elvis and Romeo, the most different of pup friends, explore the world of opposites in this new board book from Jacky Davis and David Soman, the bestselling creators of the Ladybug Girl series. In a chunky new board book with holographic foil, Elvis and Romeo have fun with opposites in their everyday world. Big or little? Dry or wet? Near or far? Asleep or awake? Can these polar opposite pooches ever agree on anything?

Elvis has a new stuffie--and Romeo wants to play with it. Elvis does not want Romeo to play with his new stuffie, Bubbles, because he is worried Romeo will get it dirty. Romeo has an idea. They can have a stuffie parade. And maybe a gentle game of tug

Elvis and Romeo are at their first day of dog school! Romeo already knows how to chase. Elvis already knows how to stay and sit. They both still have a lot to learn, but they will do it together!

"Elvis loves to sleep and doesn''t like running around or playing hide and seek. He can''t wait to go the dog park and have a nice, quiet nap. Romeo loves to rush and race around, howl, and fetch sticks. He can''t wait to go to the dog park and make a new friend. Elvis and Romeo''s burgeoning friendship doesn''t exactly get off to the most promising start when they meet... But little by little, these polar-opposite pooches may just become the c loset of canines after all"--

Bestselling author Jacky Davis and award-winning illustrator Fiona Woodcock celebrate family, love, and imagination in this vibrant and expressive picture book. Father-daughter time shines in this irresistible story about creativity, solving problems, and looking on the bright side when faced with obstacles. A great read-aloud for rainy days . . . or any day you’re stuck at home! Drip, drip, drop. With breakfast finished, an energetic young girl is ready to play. But it’s raining, and Dad says that she must stay inside. So, she crafts and she builds, she draws and she bakes. What else can she do to find the sunny side of a rainy day? Keep gloominess at bay with Sunny-Side Up, a wonderful choice about resilience and the power of imagination. A perfect book to share at storytime, to celebrate Father''s Day, and to encourage kids—and their parents and caregivers—to use creativity to overcome challenges.

When young Petunia the skunk can''t find her birthday party, Agent Lion is certain he''ll be able to help her in no time!

FLUFFY THE CAT IS MISSING AND THERE''S ONLY ONE DETECTIVE FOR THE JOB! Agent Lion is certain he''ll find Fluffy in no time. But Fluffy is not in Mr. Wombat''s apartment, and Fluffy is not on the roof. Agent Lion does not give up. He searches all over the building--even in the Flamingo family''s refrigerator. (It is snack time after all.) Will Agent Lion ever crack the case?

A funny and engaging story about two dogs—one old and tiny and wise; one young and huge and boisterous—told in four short chapters by Jacky Davis, the bestselling author of the Ladybug Girl series. A perfect choice for emerging readers, fans of Dav Pilkey’s Big Dog and Little Dog, and dog people everywhere! Olive and Pekoe are best friends. Olive is an older dog who likes to take her time; Pekoe is a bouncy puppy with a nose for exploration. Together they make the perfect team. Pekoe fetches sticks for Olive, and Olive protects Pekoe from bigger, meaner dogs. They go on walks, encounter a chipmunk, and get caught in a rainstorm, among other adventures. Their escapades may be small but are nevertheless filled with excitement and love. In four short and easy-to-read chapters (or walks), New York Times–bestselling author Jacky Davis explores the nature of friendship in all its humor and drama. Giselle Potter’s lively and engaging watercolors are the perfect match to the story. Ideal for emerging readers, fans of Kelly DiPucchio’s Gaston, and anyone who loves dogs of all shapes and sizes!

Ladybug Girl and her friends help at a dog-adoption fair and discover that even the littlest things can make a big difference in this tenth hardcover in the New York Times bestselling Ladybug Girl series. Lulu is excited to meet all the rescue dogs when the pet-adoption fair comes to her local farmers'' market. She wants to take all of them home--but she already has Bingo, and Mama says one dog is enough for their family. That doesn''t mean Lulu can''t help, though. It''s time for Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad--her friends Grasshopper Girl and Bumblebee Boy--to step in! The Bug Squad can do all kinds of little but important things, like brush the dogs, play with them, and bring them water and food. And then Lulu comes up with the perfect plan to help the dogs find their forever homes. Her idea is such a success that the Bug Squad knows they''ll be back again next week. Together, they can help every dog get adopted. This beloved series is celebrated for its gentle, authentic, and imaginative exploration of kid-emotions and -truths.

From the author of the bestselling Ladybug Girl series, this hilarious, empowering picture book about a little black-belt who faces a new challenge is perfect for fans of The Three Ninja Pigs, The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog, and I Will Never Not Ever Eat a Tomato Black Belt Bunny is fast and strong and has seriously awesome moves—from front-kicks to back-flips to air-chops. Then he’s faced with something new, something every bunny must learn, something he might not be as good at: He has to make . . . a salad. Black Belt Bunny tries to escape. He even disguises himself with a fake mustache. But when he finally hops to it, he discovers that his seriously awesome moves come in pretty handy, and that—in a funny twist that puts the narrator in the hot seat—he isn’t the only one who has to try new things.

Ladybug Girl and Grandpa visit the museum in the New York Times bestselling series’ latest picture book! Lulu wants to learn everything, but she discovers that sometimes you have to slow down to appreciate the wonder of what''s around you. When Lulu and Grandpa visit the museum, Lulu wants to see it all! Grandpa suggests exploring bit by bit, but Lulu can do it all—she’s Ladybug Girl! But there is so much to see. Even Ladybug Girl may never see it all. Then Grandpa shows her something extra special: the butterfly room! Inside, Lulu slows down. She looks and listens. And she realizes that Ladybug Girl can be like a flower if she holds very still and thinks flower thoughts. When a shining blue butterfly lands on her finger, she understands that even if she can''t learn everything in one day, she can learn so much from each moment, if she only takes the time to look around.

Perfect for Father’s Day or any day, this board book from the New York Times bestselling Ladybug Girl series celebrates Lulu’s bond with her dad and pairs perfectly with Ladybug Girl and her Mama Join Lulu and her papa as they spend a perfect day together. They take a hike complete with rock-skipping at the stream, make a delicious pancake breakfast, and build a birdhouse. Even hanging the laundry to dry is an adventure when Ladybug Girl is with Papa. This sweet story captures the everyday magic of the love between a little girl and her dad.

Part of the New York Times-bestselling Ladybug Girl series, this board book introduces the youngest of readers to the adventures and imagination of Bumblebee Boy, Ladybug Girl''s best friend. Full color. 7 x 7.

Ladybug Girl gives thanks for all her favorite things in this board book, perfect for the New York Times bestselling series’s youngest fans Lulu has much to be thankful for: Bingo, the trees, her books, her friends and family, and, of course, pumpkin pie! This sweet, simple board book is perfect to share with Ladybug Girl’s littlest fans at Thanksgiving—or any time you’re feeling thankful.

Lulu loves dressing like a ladybug and playing all day with her dog Bingo: drawing, running in the woods, and playing with the Bug Squad.

This latest hardcover picture book from the New York Times bestselling Ladybug Girl series proves that true friendship is better than any toy Lulu is excited about her playdate with Finny—and especially excited about Finny’s Rolly-Roo. In fact, Lulu loves the toy so much that she . . . kind of forgets to play with Finny. So when the girls accidentally break the Rolly-Roo, will Lulu realize her mistake? In this compassionate and charming story about the value of a great friend, Lulu and Finny repair the broken toy, and soon forget all about it, blasting off on new imaginative adventures together as Ladybug Girl and Grasshopper Girl. Great for fans of Fancy Nancy, Olivia, and Knuffle Bunny, this beloved series is celebrated for its gentle and authentic look at kid-truths.

This book explains what has been happening to the NHS since the 2012 Act. It challenges myths: that the NHS was broke, that we can''t afford the NHS, that doctors and GPs would be in the driving seat; that patients would have more choice, that there would be less bureaucracy and that communities would have greater control.

Ladybug Girl gets dressed up for Halloween in the newest hardcover addition to the New York Times bestselling series. It is Halloween and Lulu must decide on a costume. Should she be Ladybug Girl or something new? She tries many different costumes, but nothing seems right. Maybe she''ll think of the perfect costume as she enjoys the autumn day with her family by pumpkin picking and going on a hayride. But it isn''t until Lulu and Bingo help a little girl who is lost that Lulu discovers who she was meant to be for Halloween–Ladybug Girl, of course! After all, she is Ladybug Girl and it is important to be true to yourself.

Ladybug Girl can''t wait for her Halloween party, but there''s an awful lot to do before the fun starts - Bingo needs a costume, there are decorations to put up, cupcakes need to be frosted, and much, much more! Readers can join in the Halloween fun with Ladybug Girl, Bingo, and the Bug Squad by using more than 55 stickers to decorate the scenes in this bright, fun Sticker Stories book.

Ladybug Girl has outgrown her favorite pair of boots! So her mom takes her to the shoe store to buy another pair. Children will learn their colors with Ladybug Girl as she tries on new boots--until she finds the perfect pair!

Bedtime is the focus of this concept board book in the Ladybug Girl series, perfect for readers ages 1 to 3. Bedtime can be fun, especially for Ladybug Girl and Bingo. From bath-time bubble beards, to pajamas with wings, to special good-nights for all of her stuffed animals, Ladybug Girl puts her own unique and cozy twist on the nightly ritual. Perfect for fans of Llama Llama, Nighty Night by Anna Dewdney!

In this hardcover picture book from the New York Times bestselling Ladybug Girl series, Ladybug Girl and Bingo need to look on the bright side of things to make their snow day adventure as much fun as it should be. Lulu and her dog Bingo wake up to a snow-covered yard and decide to have the best snow day ever. They make penguin tracks and taste the frosting-like snow. But the snow is deep and cold, and when Lulu tries to build a fort or make a snowball, her mittens are too wet and snow falls down the back of her neck. This is not the day she planned. And then Lulu remembers that she is Ladybug Girl and Ladybug Girl can do anything! With another determined look at the snow, Ladybug Girl overcomes her frustration and sees the yard in a whole new light. She and Bingo are now ready to use their imaginations to create their own snow games, snow animals, and snow adventures! For fans of The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats, Ladybug Girl and the Big Snow honors the magic of the outdoors and creativity!

Ladybug Girl stars in this concept board book about spending time with Mama. The short, simple text and sturdy format make this book perfect for sharing with the toddler in your life. Ladybug Girl loves her mama, and can’t wait to spend the day with her. They plant flowers in the garden, share a special lunch, and enjoy a favorite movie. Together-time has never been so sweet. Just right for Mother’s Day!

For the youngest Ladybug Girl fans comes a concept board book about all the different kinds of games that kids like to play. With its sturdy format and at 12 pages long, this book is perfect for toddlers. Ladybug Girl and her dog Bingo love to play all different kinds of games, from jump rope, to hide-and-seek, to tea party. When Ladybug Girl uses her imagination, those games become even more fun!

Collects four stories in which Ladybug Girl spends the day with her mama, plays her favorite games with Bingo, discovers things she loves, and shares her feelings.

At the playground, Ladybug Girl plays with other children dressed in insect costumes.

This hardcover picture book in the New York Times bestselling Ladybug Girl series explores the theme of responsibility for a pet and the fun of a first camping trip. Lulu and her dog Bingo the basset hound are best friends. Whenever they play outside, Bingo always stays close by Lulu’s side. When they go camping for the first time, Lulu does her best to be responsible and hold tight to Bingo’s leash. But what happens when Bingo wants to explore the forest on his own and runs off? This is a job for Ladybug Girl! She will find Bingo in time for toasting marshmallows at the campfire. For fans of Fancy Nancy and Toot and Puddle, the Ladybug Girl series honors a love of the outdoors, family, and creativity!