Best Selling Books by Laura Gehl

In this lively addition to the funny Peep and Egg picture book series for toddlers, a reluctant chick named Egg overcomes her aversion to taking a bath. Peep thinks Egg needs to take a bath after playing in the mud. But Egg is not taking a bath. Not in the river, not in the duck pond, and definitely not in the dog's water bowl—too slobbery! Does Peep have any tricks up her feathers to help a chick change her mind? Laura Gehl and Joyce Wan are back with another fun, colorful story that takes the "not" out of "I'm not taking a bath!"

Cat has a plan. Dog has a plan. May the best plan win in this Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read from Laura Gehl, author of the popular One Big Pair of Underwear! Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, Cat Has a Plan was written for children who have learned the alphabet and are ready to start reading! And what better way to get kids excited than with a hilarious story with words they can read on their own? Each Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read includes a note to parents explaining what their child can expect, a guide at the beginning for readers to become familiar with the words they will encounter in the story, and reading comprehension questions at the end. Each Ready-to-Go! story contains about 100 words and features sight words, rhyming words, and repetition to help children reinforce their new reading skills.

Meet nature’s oddballs in author Laura Gehl and illustrator Gareth Lucas’s engaging board book about some of the most unique insects in the world. Get ready to buzz with excitement! Odd Bugs introduces babies and toddlers to highly unusual creepy-crawlies, including a beautiful glasswing butterfly and the treacherous robber fly! Lively rhyming verses provide the comforting repetition that little ones crave, even as their minds are opened to new and fascinating creatures from around the world. At the end of the book, readers will find photographs of each bug, along with more detailed factual information. From the goliath beetle to the Picasso moth, red-headed bush cricket, saddleback caterpillar, robber fly, glasswing butterfly, and leaf insect, this book celebrates the diversity and wonder of the insect world. The vibrant illustrations and playful text make learning about bugs fun and memorable, sparking curiosity in young readers and encouraging them to explore the natural world. With its sturdy board book format, Odd Bugs is built to withstand enthusiastic little hands and repeated readings. Discover the weirdest insects on Earth and inspire a lifelong love of nature!

"Egg is too scared to go trick or treating, until Peep finds a way to help her overcome her fears"--

When troublemaking Renard Fox moves to the forest, Carrot Cake and Pufftail are ready to protect their friends in unexpected ways.

This is one Passover Ruby and her family won't forget! Ruby and her family are hosting the first Passover seder in their family this year. Ruby wants everything to be perfect. But when nothing goes as planned, can Ruby find a way to still enjoy the holiday?

From sleeping, to learning to walk, to fetching sticks, there is so much for puppies to learn! Perfect for animal-loving babies and curious toddlers.

Can Ruby find her special ring in time for the Purim celebration? Ruby loves making hamantaschen with her family and dressing up in her Queen Esther costume on Purim. But as she gets ready for this year's celebration, she realizes she's lost the special ring Bubbe gave her for Hanukkah. Will her relatives be able to help her find it?

Laura Gehl and Fred Blunt’s charming animal friends come together in this side-splitting boxed set with Velcro closure containing six Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read books. Cat and friends are ready for some fun in these six hilarious books! Which plan is better, Cat’s or Dog’s? Cat wants to nap, and Goat wants to eat. Cat does not like the art Pig makes. Can Cat find Frog and Dog in a game of hide-and-seek? Cat, Dog, and Pig play in the snow. Frog can hop, but Pig likes to flop. Join Cat, Dog, Frog, Pig, and Goat in their silly antics! Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, these books were written for children who have learned the alphabet and are ready to start reading! And what better way to get kids excited than with hilarious stories with words they can read on their own? Each Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read includes a note to parents explaining what their child can expect, a guide at the beginning for readers to become familiar with the words they will encounter in the story and reading comprehension questions at the end. Each Ready-to-Go! story contains about 100 words and features sight words, rhyming words, and repetition to help children reinforce their new reading skills. This paperback boxed set includes: Cat Has a Plan Goat Wants to Eat Pig Makes Art Dog Can Hide Cat Sees Snow Frog Can Hop

Baby Scientist is an adorable board book series that brings fun, accessible science concepts to baby’s world using simple language, recognizable settings, and vibrant art. Read them all with your baby scientist! Baby Astronaut explores the stars and planets in space. She wears her space suit and helmet and rides in a space craft. Can ants live in space? Can plants grow in space? Find out with Baby Astronaut! Don’t miss the other books in this series, including Baby Oceanographer!

Britta visits her two favorite trees, Apple and Magnolia, every day. Though she can't explain it, she's sure they are best friends! Then one day, Magnolia’s branches start to droop. Is there anything Britta—or Apple—can do to help? After all, unusual friendships can be the most powerful of all. With a lyrical story and vibrant art, Apple and Magnolia unveils the extraordinary connections between trees and the wondrous bonds between all living things. The book includes an author’s note offering facts about how trees communicate with one another. A downloadable discussion guide with more information will be available February 2022 at flyawaybooks.com/resources.

Peep says it’s time for Egg to start using the potty. But Egg does not want to use the potty—and no amount of lemonade-drinking, running water, or toilet-paper tutus can change that! When things start to get a little uncomfortable, Egg realizes that when nature calls, sometimes you can't say no. Peep and Egg: I'm Not Using the Potty is the fourth book in the Peep and Egg series, and will be relatable to parents and children alike.

When the last delicia tree is in danger of extinction, a young girl creates a seed bank as a surprise for Old Otis, whose stories have inspired her. Kari’s favorite parts of summer are eating juicy fruit from the delicia tree and listening to stories from Old Otis. But now the last remaining delicia is in danger. What if this beloved tree dies out? Is there anything one girl can do? With inspiration, information, and a pocketful of seeds, Kari sets out to craft a surprise for Otis—and for the future. This tender story celebrates the connections between generations, emphasizing that small steps can have a big impact when one looks beyond the present. An author’s note about seed banks around the world is included.

Ruby and her family celebrate Hanukkah in a brand-new way. Ruby's cousin Avital is sad because her mom is going to be away on a work trip during Hanukkah. To help make sure Avital still has a happy holiday, Ruby plans an enormous eight-night treasure hunt. But will she be able to think up a good enough surprise for Avital to discover on the final night?

An inspiring look at the scientist who became "The Mother of Hubble."

From snuggling with their siblings, to hopping, to munching on lettuce, there is so much for young bunnies to learn! Perfect for animal-loving babies and curious toddlers.

Juniper Kai was born to be a spy and when her parents begin to act strangly, Juniper sets out on a new mission: to find out exactly what her parents are up to.

The hilarious story of Donut, a scruffy unicorn who can't fly (but who keeps on trying!), is now available in a bilingual board book edition. La divertida historia de Rosquilla, un unicornio lanudo que no puede volar (¡pero que sigue intentando!), ahora está disponible en una edición de libro álbum bilingüe. When Donut, a fluffy, scruffy unicorn with a colorful horn spots a bird in the air, she thinks, Why can't I be up there, too? And so, she jumps! Off of a log and even a trampoline. But thump! She falls down to the ground. After many attempts at flight (including wings fashioned out of sticks), Donut schemes with the other animals in the field, and finally comes up with an ingenious and imaginative solution. Finally, her perseverance pays off-- and Donut flies! This laugh-out-loud funny, ingenious story from a talented author-illustrator duo now includes Spanish and English text in a durable format that will appeal to the littlest unicorn fans. Cuando Rosquilla, un unicornio lanudo y esponjoso con un cuerno colorido, ve un pájaro volando, piensa: «¿Por qué no puedo estar allá arriba también? Y entonces: ¡brinca! Desde un tronco e incluso desde un trampolín. Pero ¡catapumba! Se cae al suelo. Después de varios intentos de volar (incluyendo construir alas hechas con palos), Rosquilla conspira con los otros animales en el campo, y finalmente se le ocurre una solución ingeniosa e imaginativa. Por fin, su perseverancia da sus frutos... ¡y Rosquilla vuela! Esta divertida e ingeniosa historia de un talentoso dúo de autora e ilustradora ahora incluye texto en español e inglés en un formato duradero que atraerá a los fanáticos de los unicornios más pequeños.

From snuggling with their siblings, to hopping, to munching on lettuce, there is so much for young bunnies to learn! Perfect for animal-loving babies and curious toddlers.

From sleeping, to learning to walk, to fetching sticks, there is so much for puppies to learn! Perfect for animal-loving babies and curious toddlers.