Most Popular Books by Jill Esbaum

When trucker Jo hits the open road, her faithful little doggy pal, Big Al, is always with her. The two make a fine traveling team until Big Al gets distracted after a potty break at a rest stop and wanders off. In her rush to get back on the road, Jo doesn't realize her best buddy isn't in the truck cab. As soon as Big Al figures out what has happened, he is determined that nothing will distract him from his plan to wait for Jo to come back. Well, almost nothing. When you're a dog, it's easy to get overwhelmed by all the unfamiliar and tempting sights and smells, and even new humans. Told in both Jo's and Big Al's voices, this heartwarming story of separation and joyful reunion is based on a true event.

Follow along with your favorite Angry Birds characters as they go on an incredible adventure through the rain forest. Kids will be hooked on a wacky mission to learn all about the rain forest so they can protect it from those bad piggies. Readers analyze and explore the most diverse ecosystem in the world as they build basic skills. Packed with learning exercises and fun activities, Angry Birds Playground: Rain Forest will transform kids into adventurers and leave them wanting more. It's a fun-tastic way to learn about a habitat in danger and the tens of thousands of creatures that call it home!

Fly with your favorite Angry Birds characters through the rainforest, over the desert, and into the oceans to help them on their zany search to find their eggs. Kids will be hooked on this wacky mystery as they analyze and observe the diverse habitats of the world while building basic skills through fun and fascinating activities.

"Fly with your favorite Angry Birds characters as they travel back in time on a zany search to find their eggs. Kids will be hooked on this wacky mystery as they analyze and observe the wonderful world of dinosaurs as they are building basic skills through fun and fascinating activities"--

Welcome to the wild world of sea turtles! In this intro to the species, youngsters discover where on Earth this reptile lives, what it eats, and how big it grows. Cool photos of all the different kinds of sea turtles and adorable photos of just-hatched turtle babies bring the creatures into full focus. After learning the basics, young readers will learn why sea turtles need our help and what people around the world are doing to help save them. Filled with fun facts, games, and an activity focused on making a difference in sea turtles' world, Go Wild! will inspire kids to care about this swimmingly cute animal.

"What do you call that group of animals? Learn the sometimes familiar and sometimes surprising names for animal groups from around the globe."--

"A rhyming tour of the process of harvesting corn"--

Thunder is big. Cluck is small. Thunder likes to ROAR! Cluck likes to say "hello!" Can Thunder and Cluck be friends?

A precocious lion cub takes a risk and discovers its tremendous talent - a big lion roar! Little learners follow the delightful story of an apprehensive lion cub wondering about its limits in this great big world. As the cub tests its strength, tries something new, and even tumbles, it realizes that it is strong, capable, and powerful. Filled with photographic art, simple text, and charming facts, this title is the perfect choice for little lion lovers learning to find their own voice! About the Be Bold! Series: Like preschoolers, young animals must learn to be bold and to try new things! In doing so, we can all discover some of our most incredible abilities and attributes! So join these creatures as they learn to hop, swim, roar, and more -inspiring little readers everywhere to BE BOLD!

Este maravilloso libro responde a algunas de las preguntas más candentes e interesantes de los niños. ¿POR QUÉ? Las inquietas mentes de los niños son capaces de formular infinitas preguntas. Este libro les ofrece infinitas respuestas. Con Mi asombroso gran libro de los ¿por qué?, los mayores podrán contestar a los interrogantes de los más pequeños, de un modo adecuado a su edad. Los capítulos incluyen divertidos juegos, fascinantes experimentos y más de 200 fotografías a todo color que invitan a aprender a los curiosos de todas las edades.

cIteŞte PoveŞtI uIMItoare despre Leonardo, Martin Luther King Jr., Amelia Earhart, Mohandas Ghandi şi despre mulţi alţi oameni inspiraţi şi fascinanţi din toate colţurile lumii. Aceste pagini pline de imagini vivace şi prietenoase prezintă tânărului cititor peste 50 de oameni celebri şi vieţile lor interesante. În InterIor veI GĂsI: • 27 de portrete şi 33 de miniportrete ale unor mari personalităţi ale umanităţii • Fapte ieşite din comun şi pagini pline cu ilustraţii uimitoare • Întrebări pentru a încuraja o lectură interactivă • Hărţi care scot în evidenţă locuri ale unor explorări şi situri istorice • Sfaturi pentru părinţi, utile pentru educaţia celor mici

Los niños en edad preescolar están llenos de preguntas «¿Dónde?», y en este increíble libro encontrarán respuestas fascinantes y a menudo sorprendentes. ¿Dónde se encuentra el mayor desierto del mundo? ¿Dónde lucen las auroras boreales? ¿Dónde está Stonehenge? ¿Dónde se inventó el helado? ¿DÓNDE? es una pregunta que nos hacemos cada día acerca de multitud de cosas. ¿Dónde se encuentra la montaña más alta? ¿Dónde se inventó la pizza? Aquí encontrarás todas las fascinantes respuestas explicadas para los más pequeños. En este libro encontrarás: * Mapas muy accesibles. * Más de doscientas fotografías a todo color dan vida al mundo que nos rodea, al tiempo que colman la curiosidad y las ganas de divertirse de los lectores. * Con experimentos, juegos y consejos para los padres

"Nonfiction, full-color photos of animals and nature introduce basic math concepts and encourage kids to see a world of numbers all around them"--

In this charming picture book, curious little kids will learn all about the bustling world of honeybees and the important role they play in our delicate ecosystem. These engaging Explore My World picture books on subjects kids care about combine simple stories with unforgettable photography. They invite little kids to take their first big steps toward understanding the world around them and are just the thing for parents and kids to curl up with and read aloud.

"POURQUOI? Les enfants curieux posent d'innombrables questions. Ce livre leur fournit des réponses tout à fait fascinantes et leur propose plusieurs activités amusantes! Dans ce tout nouveau Mon grand livre des pourquoi 2, les parents trouveront des réponses aux questions posées par des enfants de tous les âges! Et les enfants y trouveront plus de 200 illustrations vivantes et colorées pour satisfaire leur curiosité. Des expériences, des jeux et d'autres idées encouragent l'interactivité et permettent aux lecteurs de poursuivre leur apprentissage au-delà du livre."--

Take a Leap, Stretch Tall, and Be Bold! In Giraffe Runs! - Be Bold, young readers will cheer for a lovable baby giraffe who dares to stand tall, step forward, and take off on a joyful run through the savanna. As part of the inspiring Be Bold series, this beautifully illustrated story introduces preschoolers to the empowering journey of self-belief, courage, and perseverance. At first unsure and a little wobbly, the young giraffe watches others gallop with ease. But with gentle encouragement and an inner spark of determination, Giraffe takes that first brave stride--and soon discovers the excitement and freedom that come from trying something new. This gentle, motivating story celebrates the beauty of personal growth and the courage it takes to begin. Key Features: Relatable Animal Adventures: Perfect for preschoolers, this story uses the giraffe's experience to reflect the emotions young children feel when facing something new. Positive Messaging: Highlights themes of courage, perseverance, and self-discovery, empowering kids to embrace challenges and believe in themselves. Benefits for Young Readers: Builds confidence by showing that mistakes and small steps lead to big achievements. Encourages children to try new things and be brave, even when they feel uncertain. Develops emotional resilience as kids learn that setbacks are a natural part of growth. Promotes early literacy skills with easy-to-follow, engaging language. Perfect for bedtime, classroom storytime, or moments when your child needs a boost of bravery, Giraffe Runs! - Be Bold is a touching and inspiring addition to any growing library. A story that reminds every little one: even the tallest dreams start with one small step--and a brave heart.

School shopping is no fun for Dylan--until he spots boots decorated with poison-dart frogs. They even glow in the dark! He can't wait to show them off in class. But then a kid exclaims: "Ms. Kory, that boy's wearing girl boots." Suddenly, everyone's laughing at Dylan and the boots don't seem so cool anymore. Will he ever wear them again?

A wild animal takes a risk and discovers its tremendous talent! In this delightful series, we follow the story of an apprehensive kid animal wondering about its limits in this great big world. As the kid tests its strength, tries something new, or even tumbles, it realizes that it is strong, capable, and powerful. Not unlike preschoolers, these animals teach us to be brave and to try new things. In doing so, we can discover some of our most incredible abilities and attributes! In this edition, we meet a sea turtle learning to swim

A wild animal takes a risk and discovers its tremendous talent! In this delightful series, we follow the story of an apprehensive kid animal wondering about its limits in this great big world. As the kid tests its strength, tries something new, or even tumbles, it realizes that it is strong, capable, and powerful. Not unlike preschoolers, these animals teach us to be brave and to try new things. In doing so, we can discover some of our most incredible abilities and attributes! In this edition, we meet a kangaroo learning to hop!