New Releases by Lisa Wheeler

Celebrate military families and all they do when their loved ones are away on duty in this lyrical and timeless tale. Whether in the Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Army or Marines, the brave people serving the country also have family serving in important ways back home. With beautiful text and gorgeous watercolor paintings, It Takes a Family to Serve shines a light on the work and dedication of families waiting for their loved ones to come back to them, while they take care of a beloved pet, attend a special event or raise a grandchild.

Cuando los Medias Verdes come-plantas se enfrenten a los Ojos Rojos come-carne, el baseball nunca volverá a ser el mismo. Empatados a cero, el juego es un duelo de lanzadores hasta que el furioso entrenador de los Medias Verdes se enfrenta hocico a hocico con el árbitro dodo y es expulsado. ¡Los Medias Verdes responden con sus bates de fuerza vegetal y anotan tres carreras! Los Rojos toman la iniciativa antes de la séptima entrada y llegan igualados al inicio de la novena. ¿Este juego se irá a entradas extras o será Apatosaurus el héroe del día? When the plant-eating Green Sox face the meat-eating Rib-Eye Reds, baseball will never be the same. Tied zip to zip, the game is a pitchers'' duel until the Green Sox''s hothead manager goes snout to snout with the dodo umpire and gets tossed out. The Sox respond with their veggie-powered bats and score three runs! Momentum swings back to the Reds before the seventh inning stretch, and they''re all tied up in the bottom of the ninth. Will this game need extra innings, or will Apatosaur save the day? Now in Spanish.

Cuando los Veguis come-plantas y los Mordedores come-carne saltan al campo de juego, es hora de un enfrentamiento de proporciones prehistóricas. Diplodocus muestra el toque sutil de los herbívoros y anota primero para los Veguis. Pero Gallimimus recibe un pase de uno de los gemelos Pterodáctilos y remata, igualando el marcador para los Mordedores. En el segundo tiempo, Apatosaurus anota el gol de la ventaja para los come-plantas, pero tras una trifulca les muestran tarjetas rojas a jugadores de ambos equipos. Hambriento por empatar el partido, Allosaurus de los Mordedores no falla. Ahora, empatados a 2, los equipos se preparan con dientes apretados y garras afiladas para los minutos finales. . . When veggie-nibbling Grazers and meat-munching Biters take to the soccer field, it''s a showdown of prehistoric proportions. Diplodocus shows an herbivore''s soft touch and strikes first for the Grazers. But Gallimimus takes a pass from the twin Pterodactyls on the wings and finishes it off to even things up for the Biters. In the second half, Apatosaur scores the go-ahead goal for the veggie-side, but then a brawl results in red cards for both teams. Hungry to tie the game, Biter Allosaurus takes advantage. Now it''s 2-2, setting up the teeth-gnashing, claw-curling final minutes. . . . Now in Spanish.

Dino-cooking. / Busy kitchen. / Family gathers. / Fine tradition. Lisa Wheeler serves up delicious rhymes that pair perfectly with Barry Gott''s bright illustrations in this rollicking celebration of Thanksgiving. Young children will devour this delightful board book!

Friends and family. / Eight winter nights. / Light the candle. / Menorah shines bright. Lisa Wheeler’s playful rhyming text and Barry Gott''s colorful illustrations let young kids join in on the fun as dinos celebrate Hanukkah. A festive way to prepare for the holiday!

On sea or pavement, / glide and spin. / Dino-Boarding . . . / Dino-win! High-energy rhyming text from Lisa Wheeler highlights key moments as dinosaurs compete on surfboards and on skateboards. Youngsters will delight in this action-packed introduction to two forms of boarding!

Dino-pool. / Swimming meet. / Goggled eyes. / Teams compete. Dinosaurs swim and dive as fun rhyming text from Lisa Wheeler describes the action. Young readers will want to dive right in and join the fun in this high-energy board book!

Here comes Santa Claws! Get ready to celebrate the holidays . . . dino-style. Rhyming text and vivid illustrations show dinosaurs decorating cookies, playing in the snow, dreaming of presents, and more! There''s tons of dino-fun for everyone in this high-energy board book series. Dinosaurs face off on the field, battle on the court, and rally in the rink, then gather together to celebrate their favorite holidays!

Ring the doorbell . . . trick or treat! Here comes a dino-sized Halloween celebration. Rhyming text and lively illustrations show dinosaurs carving jack-o''-lanterns, visiting a haunted house, making costumes, and more! There''s tons of dino-fun for everyone in this high-energy board book series. Dinosaurs face off on the field, battle on the court, and rally in the rink, then gather together to celebrate their favorite holidays!

Singlets. Headgear. / Wrestling stance. / Whistle blows. / The two advance. Fun rhyming text from Lisa Wheeler introduces key moments in a wrestling match, and colorful illustrations from Barry Gott will captivate wee fans! Enjoy the action as dinosaurs in wrestling gear face off in this action-packed board book. There''s tons of dino-fun for everyone in this high-energy board book series. Dinosaurs face off on the field, battle on the court, and rally in the rink, then gather together to celebrate their favorite holidays!

Dino-race cars. / Oval track. / Fancy stickers. / Front and back. Cheerful rhyming text from Lisa Wheeler introduces key features of stock car racing, and bright illustrations from Barry Gott captivate young fans. Buckle up and enjoy the ride in this high-energy board book! There''s tons of dino-fun for everyone in this high-energy board book series. Dinosaurs face off on the field, battle on the court, and rally in the rink, then gather together to celebrate their favorite holidays!

Shorts and jerseys. / Ball and hoop. / Dino-dribble. / Pass and shoot. Bouncy rhyming text from Lisa Wheeler highlights basketball basics as two teams of dinosaurs take the court. Young fans will delight in the energy of this fast-paced board book. And action-packed art from Barry Gott includes lots of fun details for readers to enjoy! There''s tons of dino-fun for everyone in this high-energy board book series. Dinosaurs face off on the field, battle on the court, and rally in the rink, then gather together to celebrate their favorite holidays!

Numbered jerseys. / Field of green. / Pads and helmets. / Dino-team. Fun rhyming text from Lisa Wheeler introduces key elements of football to the youngest sports fans, and colorful illustrations from Barry Gott keep readers cheering! Delight in the action as two dinosaur teams face off in this high-energy board book. There''s tons of dino-fun for everyone in this high-energy board book series. Dinosaurs face off on the field, battle on the court, and rally in the rink, then gather together to celebrate their favorite holidays!

Batter up! Simple rhyming text highlights baseball essentials as dinosaurs play baseball in this charming board book. Bright and appealing illustrations from Barry Gott bring the sports action to life! There''s tons of dino-fun for everyone in this high-energy board book series. Dinosaurs face off on the field, battle on the court, and rally in the rink, then gather together to celebrate their favorite holidays!

Goal! Youngsters will cheer along as simple rhyming text from Lisa Wheeler describes how dinosaurs play soccer in this high-energy board book. Bright and appealing illustrations from Barry Gott include lots of fun details to enjoy! There''s tons of dino-fun for everyone in this high-energy board book series. Dinosaurs face off on the field, battle on the court, and rally in the rink, then gather together to celebrate their favorite holidays!

Buildings, bridges, and books don''t exist without the workers who are often invisible in the final product, as this joyous and profound picture book reveals from acclaimed author of The Christmas Boot Lisa Wheeler and New York Times bestselling illustrator of Love Loren Long All across this great big world, jobs are getting done by many hands in many lands. It takes much more than ONE. Gorgeously written and illustrated, this is an eye-opening exploration of the many types of work that go into building our world--from the making of a bridge to a wind farm, an amusement park, and even the very picture book that you are reading. An architect may dream up the plans for a house, but someone has to actually work the saws and pound the nails. This book is a thank-you to the skilled women and men who work tirelessly to see our dreams brought to life.

In this hilariously instructive follow-up to Lisa Wheeler and Caldecott Honor–winning illustrator Molly Idle’s People Don’t Bite People, this cheeky and charming picture book reminds little ones that sharing is caring. Learning good behavior has never been so fun! It’s good to share a blanket. It’s nice to share some fries. It’s great to share your crayons BEFORE somebody cries. Yes… People share with people! It’s not that hard to do. So if you’d like to cozy up… I’ll SHARE this book with you!

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! The Paleo Theater is packed with cheering fans ready for a dance showdown. When the beat drops, can Triceratops win over the judges with his pop and lock? Can Allo''s on-pointe ballet moves dominate the solo category? And will Maia and Stego take home the top prize for their sizzling salsa steps? This prehistoric dance competition will keep you on the edge of your seat!

A Hug Is for Holding Me is a sweet, cozy book about love and affection and invites children to engage with the natural world in a fresh, new way. Some hugs are tight and some hugs are snug . . . but guess who gives the BEST hugs?

Lisa Wheeler and Caldecott Honor–winning illustrator Molly Idle remind overeager little biters that biting is for food in this hysterical read-aloud picture book. Learning good behavior has never been so fun! It’s good to bite a carrot. It’s good to bite a steak. It’s bad to bite your sister! She’s not a piece of cake. Cause… People don’t bite people! That’s what this book’s about. So if you find you’re tooth-inclined— you’d better check it out!

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! In a hockey match unrivaled in prehistory, the Meat-Eaters take on the Veggiesaurs. Fans go wild in the stands as T. Rex and Triceratops face off, and the game is off to a rip-roaring start. An assist from Raptor gains the first goal for the Meat-Eaters―but the naughty Pterodactyl twins, playing wingers, earn their team a penalty. The Veggies are quick to take advantage and Diplo scores. A tie game! Join the fans and find out what happens. You''ll have a front row seat, so keep an eye on Raptor. Hockey gets him pretty riled up and that''s quite a set of teeth he''s baring Dinosaurs face off in prehistoric sports competitions—from baseball to wrestling and every sport in between! Will the plant-eaters become the champions? Or will the meat-eaters be victorious? Fast-paced, rhyming commentary and exuberant illustrations put readers right in the action. Sure to thrill dinosaur lovers and sports fans alike!

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! When the plant-eating Green Sox face the meat-eating Rib-Eye Reds, baseball will never be the same. Tied zip to zip, the game is a pitchers'' duel until the Green Sox''s hothead manager goes snout to snout with the dodo umpire and gets tossed out. The Sox respond with their veggie-powered bats and score three runs! Momentum swings back to the Reds before the seventh inning stretch, and they''re all tied up in the bottom of the ninth. Will this game need extra innings, or will Apatosaur save the day? Dinosaurs face off in prehistoric sports competitions—from baseball to wrestling and every sport in between! Will the plant-eaters become the champions? Or will the meat-eaters be victorious? Fast-paced, rhyming commentary and exuberant illustrations put readers right in the action. Sure to thrill dinosaur lovers and sports fans alike!

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! When the carnivorous Meat face the herbivorous Grass Clippers, rims are sure to rattle! Ally-oops and rejections are the orders of the day as the dinos play a fast-paced full-court game. No one can establish a lead as the final seconds tick by. The fans are getting tense, and there''s a championship on the line. Which dino will step up and take it to the hoop? This exciting follow-up to Dino-Hockey, Dino-Soccer, and Dino-Baseball is sure to thrill dinosaur and sports lovers alike. Dinosaurs face off in prehistoric sports competitions—from baseball to wrestling and every sport in between! Will the plant-eaters become the champions? Or will the meat-eaters be victorious? Fast-paced, rhyming commentary and exuberant illustrations put readers right in the action. Sure to thrill dinosaur lovers and sports fans alike!

The veggie-saurs and the meat-eaters face off in the Mega-Bowl! Sacks and hand-offs. Touchdowns and interceptions. When dinos don shoulder pads, the action is sure to be epic. But as the clock ticks down, will the Scales make a goal-line stand or will the Blades break through for the winning TD?

The child of two scientists sets out to do research into what sort of an animal would make the best pet and reaches a surprising conclusion, in this wickedly witty, cautionary collection of pet poems. Full color.

Some children are simply too naughty for Mother Goose to handle. Luckily her sister Spinster Goose knows just how to deal with these uncouth urchins. Fans of Mother Goose are sure to delight in these devilishly twisted alternatives to classic rhymes. Full color.

The pleasing, rhythmic text of this mother-child love story features rich Mexican imagery and a charming refrain as it follows a mother and child from the baby''s birth to his first birthday. Full color.

Over the last six seasons of The Biggest Loser, you''ve watched as contestants shed pounds, got healthy, and dramatically changed their lives for the better. In fact, you may have been so inspired by the show''s remarkable success stories that you''ve considered embarking on your own weight loss journey. If you''re looking to get healthy now, there''s good news: You don''t have to spend time at the ranch to benefit from The Biggest Loser magic. The Biggest Loser 30-Day Jump Start brings all of the secrets of the ranch right into your own home. The Biggest Loser experts—the same ones who advise the contestants—are here to walk you through a 30-day plan that will kick off your weight loss and help you build new, healthy habits. In this book you''ll find easy-to-follow menus, recipes, exercise plans, and motivation for each day of the week. You''ll also find helpful tips and advice from past Biggest Losers who have been in your shoes, including the nine contestants from Season 7 who left the ranch early to follow this very plan at home. So far, the Biggest Losers have lost more than a combined 10,000 pounds. But for each of them, the journey started with a commitment: to health, to weight loss, and to themselves. The first steps toward a healthier future are in this book—what are you waiting for? Make the commitment, take the leap—and begin your 30 day jump start today!

After a variety of animals get stuck one by one in bubble gum melting in the road, they must survive encounters with a big blue truck and a burly black bear.

Baby and his family make some jazzy music.