New Releases by Kara McMahon

"Today is a big day! Friday has his first playdate! It is with a nice orange cat named Mushy. There is just one problem--Friday is scared of playdates!"--

Look out! Zoe is ready to ride a bike just like a big kid! It may take a little practice, but soon Zoe learns to ride her tricycle all by herself–zoom zoom!

Friday sees new things in his house: a new bed, a new bowl, and a new toy mouse. There are new smells and new noises, too. Friday is scared. What do these things mean? Find out in this sweet story about a silly scaredy cat!

Friday the Scaredy Cat faces his fear of new things in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read story that’s great for Halloween or anytime. There are new things in Friday’s house: a new bed, a new bowl, a new toy mouse. There are new smells and new noises, too. Friday is scared. What do these things mean? Is it a monster…or could it be a new little sister? This sweet and silly Level 1 Ready-to-Read story lets emerging readers laugh along with Friday as he learns that new things can be good things.

Elmo is host of a talk show on the Happy Healthy Monsters Network. The topic of the day is hygiene and Sesame Street guests help Elmo demonstrate hygiene dos and don’ts. Topics covered are handwashing, bathing, tooth care, preventing the spread of germs, and more. Humorous text and illustrations make learning about how to stay healthy both easy and fun!

"Based on the TV series ''Dora the explore'' as seen on Nick Jr."--P. [4] of cover.

Friday, an almost all black cat, is afraid of many things, despite his four big fangs.

Dora has fun playing school with her friends and when it is her turn to play the teacher, she sings songs, reads stories in Spanish, and hands out gold stars to her best students.

This sturdy carry-along boxed set collects four previously published Sesame Street photographic board books that touch on significant milestones as babies become toddlers and toddlers get older. Too Big for Bottles follows Baby Cookie Monster as he masters the art of drinking from a sippy cup. In Too Big for Diapers, Baby Ernie learns to use his new potty. Big Enough for a Bed is about Elmo’s move from a crib to a toddler bed. Big Enough for a Bike is the story of how Zoe learns to ride her brand-new tricycle. Crisp, bright photos and brief, matter-of-fact text will reassure toddlers as they, too, attempt to master important growing-up skills. This is an indispensable little library for all families. The box has a plastic handle and Velcro closure.

Kai-lan wants to introduce you to all her friends!

Explore Elmo''s world in these fun lift-the-flap board books. The big flaps and sturdy board pages are perfect for little hands. The bright, colourful illustrations will appeal to small children. Sesame Street is about helping children to develop the cognitive, social and emotional skills essential in today''s world. Played daily on ABC Kids, it remains a well-loved, trusted brand synonymous with great children''s entertainment. Sesame Street books offer children and their families opportunities to extend and deepen learning, combining innovative content with their unique approach to fun and learning.

A perfect choice for springtime, Easter, or any day of the year, this paperback with gatefold flaps and a pop-up is a great value at only $6.99! Diego takes readers on an egg-citing adventure to learn all about the different animals that hatch from eggs, including snakes, crocodiles, macaws, and more! Lift each gatefold flap to reveal an animal and its egg. Then open the last spread for a ferocious pop-up surprise!

Dora''s adventures have taken her all over the world--and she''s got the wardrobe to prove it! In this fun, interactive novelty book, Dora takes readers on a trip through her photo album and shows pictures of her and her friends in different places around the globe. And the best part is that Dora fans are encouraged to be a part of the story! Just punch out the Dora doll and dress her up in the different outfits again and again!

Young readers learn key concepts with Diego in this interactive board book that includes touch-and-feel elements, foldout flaps, foil, and more. Full color.

Blue loves her baby brother, Sprinkles, and teaches him games and hobbies.

Rescue Pack can turn into anything Diego needs. Readers can fold out the flaps on each spread to help Rescue Pack transform into a boat, a jet pack, or a truck. Includes an exciting pop-up ending. Full color.

Dora is going on an adventure on her bike. She''s going to ride to Bike Park. Dora''s bike has a special bell on it that she rings to let people know she''s coming. Ring! Ring! You can ring Dora''s bell too!

The wheels on Raloo Rocket go round and round in the town of Tara! Get ready for a wonderful adventure. As an extra bonus, learn the days of the week with Piggley and the gang!

By reading the information in Diego''s animal notebook, readers can learn about rain forest animals and then put animal-shaped stickers in the proper habitats featured on the fold-out map.

A mud monster is on the loose. Will Monster Trackers Pablo and Uniqua get away from it in time? This oversized bath book is just right for toddlers'' tub time. Full color. Consumable.

Elmo goes to school.

Elmo explores the world of police officers, how they keep us safe, and how they get around.

Elmo and the other muppets discuss the importance of good hygiene.

"Elmo helps kids learn the most basic do''s and don''ts of indoor and outdoor safety in this interactive board book that also includes a working traffic light ..."--Cover back.

Elmo and Zoe are best buddies. So when Zoe suddenly decides that she’d like to change a few things about herself to be more like her other monster girlfriends, it’s up to Elmo to convince her that she’s lovable just the way she is.

"Elmo says ... firefighters put out fires and help keep you safe. Firefighters wear special clothes and sometimes a special mask to protect them from fire and smoke. Firefighters teach kids about fire safety."--Cover back.

Celebrate Valentine''s Day with Elmo in this lovey-dovey filled lift-the-flap board book! Elmo tells toddlers all about all there is to love, including family, friends, pets, and favorite things. This sweet lift-the-flap book offers both the serious explanations and the humor that are the hallmark of the Elmo’s World series on Sesame Street. A perfect read for Valentine’s Day!

Read the book in Elmo''s backpack with your child to introduce the idea of starting school. Using the items shown in the backpack, encourage your child to ask questions--and to answer them!--Hang tag.

Favorite Sesame Street characters appear in seven short stories.

Big Bird takes a bath.