Curious About Fish
by Cathryn Sill
illustrated by John Sill

Welcome to the fascinating world of fish! These beautiful, diverse creatures come in all shapes and sizes, and now even the littlest ocean enthusiasts can start learning about our finned underwater friends. A simple, realistic first glimpse into the natural world of fish, Curious About Fish is the fourth addition to the Discovering Nature board book series.

From the award-winning team of the acclaimed About… and About Habitats series comes another early nature introduction for toddlers and preschoolers to learn basic facts about the world around them. Author Cathryn Sill offers easy-to-understand descriptions of how fish look, where they live, what they eat, and how they move around, and noted wildlife illustrator John Sill’s detailed and realistic art brings this colorful book to life. A dependable and informative resource for budding oceanographers as well as for early childhood education units on animals, environments, fish, oceans, and pets, and perfect for a first trip to the aquarium with little ones hoping to spot sharks, seahorses, clownfish, and more!

Get to know some of the fish from the book in this excerpt.

Explore the Sills’ award-winning About… and About Habitats picture book series, perfect for further exploration with young nature enthusiasts.

Check out the rest of the Discovering Nature series, and download the activity sheets for more nature fun!

New Board Books

Simple, clear descriptions of how fish look, where they live, what they eat, and how they move around make this fourth title in the Discovering Nature series from award-winning author and illustrator team Cathryn and John Sill a dependable and informative resource for budding oceanographers as well as for early childhood education units on animals, environments, fish, oceans, and pets. Also perfect for a first trip to the aquarium!

Preorder Curious About Fish today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

What kinds of animals have spots, and why do they have them? With engaging rhymes and bright, bold images, award-winning author and illustrator Susan Stockdale introduces young readers to the many ways in which animals benefit from their spots. Back matter tells a little bit more about each animal, and readers can test their knowledge of animal spots with a fun matching game at the end!

Preorder Spectacular Spots/Magníficas Manchas today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

New Picture Books

Former educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what tundras are, what kinds of animals and plants live there, and how certain species have adapted to the unique, harsh environment. The book covers the characteristics of Arctic, Antarctic, and alpine tundras. John Sill’s detailed, realistic paintings reflect the beauty and diversity of the habitat. A glossary and afterword provide more detail for further exploration.

Preorder About Habitats: Tundras today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Ezra Jack Keats Illustrator Honor Award-winner Kate Read (One Fox) returns with a clever oceanic twist on the old telephone game starring a tiny pink fish and schools of brilliantly hued fish in a deep blue sea. When a rumor bursts forth about a “great big fish hiding in the deep,” one by one, new fish are sucked into the growing story—the red octopus was really rattled, which petrified the purple puffer fish, and startled the blue shoal, until they all flee…into a deep, dark cave. Uh-oh! That’s no cave at all, but the mouth of a whale!

Preorder Hey! A Colorful Mystery today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Amara is hosting a potluck for friends on her farm, and her snacks won’t be complete without pumpkins. She’s searched and searched, but she’s grown so many plants that she needs help finding them. What do we know about pumpkins? They’re large, round, and orange—and, wait a minute, is that a pumpkin? No, that’s an apple. Where, oh, where could those pumpkins be? From author JaNay Brown-Wood and illustrator Samara Hardy, this first entry in the new Where in the Garden? series is perfect for early childhood and elementary education units on agriculture, farming, gardening, and healthy eating.

Preorder Amara’s Farm today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Red truck, yellow truck, and their dog drivers are on their way to the construction site. But when they get sidetracked by a slow garbage truck, a snow-drift, and a speeding tractor, will they get their jobs done before they have to turn in for the night? Tractors, diggers, mixers, bulldozers, and more star in this colorful salute to vehicles that roll, lift, climb, squash, and keep going when the going gets tough. Ideal for vehicle-themed storytimes, author Michelle Robinson’s rhythmic, action-packed text builds excitement with every page turn, while Jez Tuya’s colorful trucks, townscapes, and adorable dogs on-the-go beg for an attentive pause.

Preorder Red Truck, Yellow Truck today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

It’s another busy day at Stanley’s library, and Stanley has stocked his bookmobile with lots of great books to take to the local park. All of Stanley’s rodent friends stop by to borrow a book that Stanley selected just for them, and later at the main branch, he hosts an out-of-this-world author visit from Agatha Mouse! The day concludes with Stanley’s comforting nighttime routine of supper, bed, and bath. A brightly colored salute to reading, libraries, and librarians from author-illustrator William Bee.

Preorder Stanley’s Library today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Curly Locks is a good-hearted girl, but she’s an awful cook. All the townspeople of Toadsuck Swamp know to steer clear of her culinary concoctions, so when one of her dishes goes missin’,word spreads that the Scares are terrorizin’ the town at mealtime, sending folk runnin’ from their dinner plates. With everyone else tremblin’ and squawkin’ about the Scares, Curly Locks gets an inklin’. Can she use her smarts and unique talents to help corral those Scares for good? A delightfully spooky fractured fairy tale twist on the classic “Goldilocks” from award-winning storyteller Donna L. Washington and illustrator Jeffrey Ebbeler.

Preorder Boo Stew today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

The sheep pasture is in an uproar when they find out a new watchdog is coming to protect the flock, so the intrepid Lana Lynn decides to take training matters into her own hooves. The new “watchdog” doesn’t quite catch on to herding or staying up all night guarding the sheep, and Lana Lynn starts to get a creeping suspicion that something isn’t right. And her fellow sheep could be in jeopardy! Author Rebecca Van Slyke has created a charmingly overconfident heroine in Lana Lynn, accented by Anca Sandu’s adorable and funny illustrations. An ideal read-aloud full of good farm fun!

Preorder Lana Lynn and the New Watchdog today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Gertie is the littlest yak, and she wants to grow UP! So she devises a growing-up plan. But when the other yaks come calling for Gertie to help them with a daring and dangerous task, could it be because it’s something only a small yak can do? Lu Fraser’s debut picture book is a heartwarming and relatable story of individuality, self-esteem, and the joys of being young and small. Bestselling illustrator Kate Hindley has created a delightful wintry landscape, packed with adorable yaks in woolly hats and coats. Readers won’t be able to resist snuggling down with this charming read aloud.

A small boy creates a shelter for his sadness where he can visit it whenever he needs to, and the two of them can cry, talk, or just sit. The boy knows that one day his sadness may come out of the shelter, and together they will look out at the world and see how beautiful it is. In this timely, child-friendly consideration of sadness and mental health, Anne Booth offers a beautiful depiction of how children (and everyone) must care for their emotions and give attention to their grief on a regular basis. Stunning illustrations by David Litchfield bring the beautiful concept to life with a manifestation of sadness that the young boy protagonist interacts with throughout the story.

Preorder A Shelter for Sadness today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

It’s a beautiful day for a trip to the local market! Basket in hand, Stanley visits his friends’ market stalls to buy lunch for himself and a special guest. There is such a wide variety of food to choose from—how will he decide? He buys some bread from Gabriel, cheese from Hattie, fruit from George, and more before heading home to pack up his lunch box. Can you guess who his special picnic guest might be? An early introduction to food group vocabulary and a model of please-and-thank-you manners, Stanley’s Lunch Box is an engaging addition for Stanley’s youngest fans!

Stanley is heading to the park with his toy box and his friends Little Woo and Betty for a fun-filled day of jumping rope, building sandcastles, and flying kites. What else does Stanley have in his toy box? Everyone is so excited to try out all the new toys that they forget to take turns, and after a few bumps and accidents, the three friends learn that not all toys are best played with at the same time. Watch out! The remote control plane is heading straight for the kites! A simple introduction to toy vocabulary and creative play, Stanley’s Toy Box is also a great conversation-starter about sharing and taking turns.

William Bee’s Stanley board books have been called “well designed and colorfully illustrated” and “charming” (Booklist). They emphasize important themes of simple concepts, creativity, STEAM, friendship, community, and collaboration.

Can’t get enough of Stanley and friends? Head over to the Stanley Fan Page to explore more board and picture books, meet the lovable characters, and download the series activity kit for more hands-on fun!

Find Stanley’s Lunch Box and Stanley’s Toy Box this March at your local library, indie bookstore, or Barnes & Noble, and be sure to check out the rest of our brand-new picture books and middle grade and YA titles coming to Peachtree this season!

Curious About Insects
by Cathryn Sill
illustrated by John Sill

Insects are fascinating and often misunderstood creatures, and no two species are exactly alike. Some insects come out during the day, and others come out at night. Some get their food from plants while the peskier insects find food in your pantry! From the author and illustrator team that brought you the acclaimed About… series, Curious About Insects introduces the youngest readers to the diverse world of insects through basic facts about what they look like, where they live, what they eat, and how they move.

This new addition to the Discovering Nature board book series provides early opportunities to compare, contrast, and observe physical and behavioral patterns in nature. Educator and author Cathryn Sill’s simple vocabulary and wildlife illustrator John Sill’s realistic portrayals of insects and their habitats are perfect for young outdoors enthusiasts learning to describe what they see outside the classroom and in their own backyard. From the helpful Honeybee to the beautiful Luna Moth, the variety of fascinating creatures introduced is sure to captivate bug buffs and little explorers alike.

Meet some of our six-legged friends in this excerpt.

Discover the Sills’ About… and About Habitats picture book series for more educational opportunities, perfect for young nature enthusiasts.

Praise for About Insects

“In image and text the Sills succeed in conveying a great deal of information at a very basic reading level. Excellent classroom or pleasure reading for science and nature fans and for any beginning readers drawn to nonfiction.” —Booklist

Look for Curious About Insects this March at your local library, indie bookstore, or Barnes & Noble, and be sure to check out the rest of our brand-new picture books and middle grade and YA titles coming to Peachtree this season!

New Board Books

Perfect for the littlest bug buffs, this board book offers a first glimpse into the natural world of insects. From award-winning educator and author Cathryn Sill and noted wildlife illustrator John Sill, this new addition to the Discovering Nature series is sure to delight the earliest learners and their parents.

\Preorder Curious About Insects today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Everyone’s favorite hard-working hamster is packing his lunchbox for a very important picnic. Join Stanley as he visits his local market to shop for items to pack in his lunch box. He’ll get bread from Gabriel, cheese from Hattie, and fruit from George. Hmmm… What will Stanley make for his lunch? An early introduction to food vocabulary and variety, this board book from author-illustrator William Bee will appeal to Stanley’s youngest fans.

Preorder Stanley’s Lunch Box today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Stanley the hamster is teaming up with friends to introduce young readers to basic toys and their uses. Join Stanley at the park where he and his friends explore and play with all the toys in his toy box. They bounce balls, sail toy boats, and fly kites. What else is in Stanley’s toy box? William Bee‘s early introduction to toy vocabulary and object identification will delight board book and Stanley fans alike.

Preorder Stanley’s Toy Box today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

New Picture Books

Award-winning author-illustrator Susan Stockdale welcomes you to the Bird Show, showcasing nature’s most dazzling colors and diverse patterns. Birds may be one color or many. They may be simple and solid or speckled, striped, or spotted. But just like people, each one contributes to our beautiful world, made more vibrant by their diversity. Ornithologists of all ages will marvel at the the fashion show in this colorful picture book that brings these creatures, both familiar and exotic, to life with remarkable portraits and energetic, rhyming text. An afterword provides more information about each species and offers an entertaining pattern matching game.

Preorder Bird Show today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Rabbit is happy doing his own thing, and he doesn’t want to listen to anyone else. Or so he thinks. Then, Mom makes a suggestion he simply can’t resist! Debut author-illustrator Marjoke Henrichs delivers a laugh-out-loud tale with Rabbit embodying every strong-willed child. Adult readers will recognize and empathize with parenting moments throughout, and a warm and loving twist at the end celebrates the joy of coming together again after a very contrary day.

Preorder No! Said Rabbit today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Roland lives a quiet life, but sometimes he feels rather lonely. When Roland finds the perfect companion in Milton (Good listener! Enjoys music! Also alone!), he is overjoyed. But clues start popping up in the woods, suggesting someone else might be missing their best pine cone friend. Roland must decide if it’s worth leaving someone else in their loneliness to keep Milton in his life. In this sweet and moving picture book, debut author-illustrator Sandra Salsbury celebrates the transformative power of connection and the painful melancholy of loss. Endearingly classic illustrations bring a charming forest world to life.

Preorder Best Friend in the Whole World today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

“My daddies are amazing. They’re funny, kind, and smart.
And when they read me stories…exciting journeys start!”

Set off on a series of incredible adventures with an endearing family as the bedtime stories they read burst into colorful life. Together, the daddies and their little one battle dragons, dodge deadly dinosaurs, zoom to the moon, and explore the world in a hot air balloon, before winding down in a wonderfully cozy ending. From Own Voices author and illustrator team Gareth Peter and Garry Parsons, this gentle, yet whimsical story is a perfect read for LGBTQ+ and adoptive families.

Preorder Adventures with My Daddies today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Poor Perdu is all alone as he journeys from the countryside to the city in search of a home. The city is a big place when you are very small, but is it possible that someone is searching for a friend like Perdu? In his debut as both author and illustrator, Richard Jones (illustrator of The Snow Lion and Paper Planes) delivers a warmhearted and poignant story about loneliness, kindness, friendship, and finding a forever family. Classically gorgeous illustrations will have readers returning to its pages again and again.

Preorder Perdu today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

A small boy has saved all his pocket money and visits the market with high expectations. When disaster strikes and he loses his money, he feels very devastated. But wait, what’s that? A Smile Shop? He could really do with a smile. What will happen if he goes in? Featuring charming, classic illustrations reminiscent of Maurice Sendak and Tomie dePaola, Satoshi Kitamura’s (Hat Tricks) The Smile Shop is an absorbing setting for readers to explore themes of independence, self-worth, and the effect of a smile shared between people.

Preorder The Smile Shop today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Under the light of a silvery moon, Bear wanders into people town and discovers a springy thing, a bouncy thing—a sit-on-it, jump-on-it thing! This Thingity-Jig is too heavy to carry home by himself, so Bear runs back to the woods and asks for help. Too bad for Bear, his friends are sleepy and shoo him away. So Bear invents a Rolly-Rumpity to wheel the Thingity-Jig home, but then it all gets stuck in the mud! How will Bear tackle this bump in the road? With a Lifty-Uppity, of course! Author Kathleen Doherty and illustrator Kristyna Litten perfectly blend inventive upcycling and STEAM elements with a delightful story in this wonderfully charismatic picture book.

Preorder The Thingity-Jig today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

For centuries, people have been intrigued by Mars, and over time, scientists have made exciting discoveries, such as the planet’s Earth-like weather and seasons. But curious earthlings want to know more. Does Mars have deserts? Volcanos? Or signs of life? Could people live there someday? Scientists decided to take a closer look. They built a powerful camera called the HiRise (High Resolution Imaging Science Experiment) and loaded it onto a rocket that began orbiting Mars. It sent back astounding, revealing photos showing the world what Mars really is. With elegant spare prose, award-winning nonfiction author and former rocket engineer Suzanne Slade leads readers through some of these stunning photos taken by the most advanced camera ever sent to another planet. A visual feast for space enthusiasts and STEAM fans that will expand readers’ assumptions and understanding of Mars.

Preorder Mars Is today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Winter Babies
by Kathryn O. Galbraith
illustrated by Adela Pons

“Vibrant… Pons brightens the snowy day with shades of purple, red, and blue in the children’s clothing and in lollipop like trees―which is particularly striking when set against the whiteness of snow.” ―Publishers Weekly

Spirited, rhyming text and colorful, graphic art reveal an energetic cast of babies having an action-packed day of play in the park on a cheerful winter day. Featuring diverse characters and highlighting early concepts like shapes and repetition, books in the Babies in the Park series encourage an appreciation of nature and outdoor imaginative play.

Buy Winter Babies today through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or IndieBound!

The Santa Trap
by Jonathan Emmett
illustrated by Poly Bernatene

“An ideal Christmas present for children who prefer Halloween.” ―Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW

Bradley Bartleby is bad. Very bad. All the adults in Bradley’s life give Bradley anything he wants to avoid his wrath―except for Santa Claus, who refuses to give him anything but socks. But Bradley vows to get what he deserves. He transforms his house into a trap so fearsome even his parents refuse to enter it. With dynamite, trapdoors, guillotines, and tigers in his path, Santa doesn’t stand a chance. Or does he? Jonathan Emmet gives readers a Christmas tale from a new and devious perspective. Poly Bernatene’s illustrations perfectly complement this a hilarious and exciting story that will keep readers laughing from beginning to end.

Buy The Santa Trap today through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or IndieBound!

Snow Day!
by Lester L. Laminack
illustrated by Adam Gustavson

“Laminack generates the increasingly hopeful energy to a fever pitch… Gustavson creates a festive mood with his oil illustrations, so luxurious and ample they feel like bundles of winter clothing, topped with bright scarves.” ―Kirkus Reviews

When the weatherman predicts a big snowfall, it’s hard not to imagine the fun-filled adventures of an unscheduled school holiday! You can build snowmen, go sledding, have snowball fights—the possibilities are endless. Except when the family wakes up that next morning, they find no snow! School is happening, and all their dreams of a winter wonderland are gone. But as the family piles into the car to head to school, an unexpected twist reveals who wanted the snow day most of all. Adam Gustavson’s expressive illustrations comically capture the excitement of pure possibility in author Lester Laminack’s clever take on a familiar childhood wish.

Buy Snow Day! today through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or IndieBound!

Christmas in the Trenches
by John McCutcheon
illustrated by Henri Sørensen

“The text is clear and lyrical. Sorensen’s beautiful double-page spreads in sepia shades show the young men from the two sides celebrating together-with individuals just like them.” ―Booklist

It is cold and clear on Christmas Eve night in 1914. Suddenly, a strange sound pierces the darkness. Someone is singing a Christmas carol in German. As the Germans’ carol ends, the British soldiers across the field sing “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.” Soon carols are being sung back and forth. Slowly, the British and German soldiers leave their trenches—and the war—behind to stand together in the open field. This beautiful, haunting story, based on the real-life WWI event known as the Christmas Truce, is adapted by award-winning songwriter John McCutcheon from his song of the same name. Henri Sørensen’s traditional, full-color oil paintings reinforce the emotional power and dignity of the story. Back matter features more information about the historical event.

Buy Christmas in the Trenches today through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or IndieBound!

Peep!
by Kevin Luthardt

PEEP! A duckling breaks through its shell and immediately attaches itself to the first thing it sees—a warmhearted young boy. The two become inseparable, but one day…QUACK! The boy realizes with a great pang of sorrow that his new friend will have to return to live among its own kind. This deceptively simple story poignantly and humorously dramatizes a special tale of friendship and demonstrates the importance of learning to let go of something you love.

Coming August 1st!

Preorder Peep! today through Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

While You Were Sleeping
by John Butler

Take a trip through the animal world in this exquisitely illustrated counting book. While young Daisy sleeps, animals play and swim and fly. When she wakes up, her mother tells her about each animal in turn. Children can learn to count while they discover what animals do while they’re asleep, and adults will be equally enchanted by the luminous beauty of Butler’s brilliant, detailed illustrations.

Buy While You Were Sleeping today through Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Hush, Little Ones
by John Butler

From tiny birds and rabbits safely tucked into warm nests and underground burrows to young whales lulled in the deep blue sea, the noisy animal kingdom settles down for the night. Each animal is depicted in its natural setting as, one by one, baby animals are gently put to bed by their mothers and fathers. This soothing bedtime story features an easy, rhyming text and beautifully evocative, detailed art.

Buy Hush, Little Ones today through Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Little Rabbit Lost
by Harry Horse

It’s Little Rabbit’s birthday and his family surprises him with wrapped presents and a special trip to Rabbit World Theme Park. Little Rabbit is excited but insists he is a big rabbit now and ignores his parents’ warnings to stay close. But when he suddenly finds himself all alone, he doesn’t feel quite so grown up anymore. Families will identify with the young character’s conflicting desire for independence and his need of loving supervision.

Buy Little Rabbit, Lost today through Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Peep!
by Kevin Luthardt

A kind young boy finds an egg that’s been left behind when…CRRRACK! PEEP! The newly hatched duckling follows him all the way home! These fast friends do everything together until one day, a flock of ducks flies by, and…QUACK! The boy is heartbroken when he realizes the little duckling has grown up and must return to live with the other ducks. Lonely and missing his friend, the boy finds that his heart just might be big enough for new, unexpected friendships.

Now in a sturdy board book format for the littlest bookworms, this Peachtree classic is sure to be a hit with a new generation of animal lovers. Kevin Luthardt’s endearing illustrations and deceptively simple text offer a tender yet humorous tale about friendship, change, and growing up. A heartwarming introduction to picture books, Peep! promises an interactive, memorable storytime and “quacking up” fun!

“[Luthardt] invests every scene with a visual and emotional depth that draws in the audience.” ―Publishers Weekly

“The flat, full-bleed illustrations have well-defined lines, and the art conveys a lot of feeling in its simplicity. The somber colors suit the tale, which is both bittersweet and heartwarming.” ―School Library Journal

“Luthardt does a lot with a little in this delightful book starring a little duck.” ―Booklist

Pick up Peep! this August at your local library, indie bookstore, or Barnes & Noble, and don’t forget to check out the rest of our brand-new Fall 2020 titles as well as our picture books and middle grade titles coming to Peachtree this season in paperback!

Curious About Mammals
by Cathryn Sill
illustrated by John Sill

“Offers youngest readers a pleasing introduction to what makes a mammal a mammal.” —Publishers Weekly

Mammals are fascinating creatures, and no two species are exactly alike. Some nest high in the treetops, and others burrow underground. Some mammals swim, and others can fly! From the author and illustrator team that brought you the acclaimed About… series, Curious About Mammals introduces the youngest readers to the diverse world of mammals through basic facts about what mammals look like, where they live, what they eat, and how they move.

This new addition to the Discovering Nature board book series provides early opportunities to compare, contrast, and observe physical and behavioral patterns in animals. Educator and author Cathryn Sill’s simple vocabulary and wildlife illustrator John Sill’s realistic portrayals of mammals and their habitats are perfect for young nature enthusiasts learning to describe what they see outside the classroom and in their own backyard. From the backyard American red squirrel to the beautiful Arctic fox, the variety of fascinating creatures introduced is sure to captivate animal lovers and little explorers alike. Get a peek inside the book below!

Discover the Sills’ About… and About Habitats picture book series for more educational opportunities, perfect for young nature enthusiasts.

Praise for About Mammals

“The paintings draw viewers in with their warmth, charm, and accuracy…. This is ideal for storytimes…” ―School Library Journal

“Pre-school and primary-grade teachers will find this an attractive choice for units on mammals.” ―Booklist

“A quality book for introducing mammals, it is also well bound and worthy of addition to the young reader’s library.” ―NSTA Recommends

“This is a successful book and is to be recommended for all children’s collections.” ―Science Books & Films

Be on the lookout for Curious About Mammals this August at your local library, indie bookstore, or Barnes & Noble, and don’t forget to check out the rest of our brand-new Fall 2020 titles as well as our picture books and middle grade titles coming to Peachtree this season in paperback!

New Board Books

Pre-order Curious About Mammals today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

PEEP! A duckling breaks through its shell and immediately attaches itself to a warmhearted young boy, and soon the two are inseparable. But the duckling is growing up, and the boy realizes that one day his friend will have to return to live among its own kind. Coming in board book August 1st, Kevin Luthardt’s deceptively simple story poignantly demonstrates the importance of learning to let go of something you love.

Pre-order Peep! today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

New Picture Books

Pre-order About Seabirds today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Arlo is a very tired lion, and he’s tried everything to get to sleep. But the grass is too prickly, the trees are too noisy, and his family wriggles awfully too much. Goodness! How is an exhausted lion ever to get a wink of shut-eye? Luckily, owl has a few tricks up her sleeve. Author-illustrator Catherine Rayner’s breathtakingly beautiful bedtime story has a calming, meditative message of mindfulness and centeredness for reluctant or troubled sleepers.

Pre-order Arlo the Lion Who Couldn’t Sleep today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, or on Amazon.

This story begins quietly as Mouse selects a flower for someone very dear to him. Then the fun begins! To complete his journey, Mouse must make his way through the alphabet—letter by letter and sound by noisy sound. Author Julie Larios and illustrator Julie Paschkis have created an entertaining combination of clever onomatopoeic text and lively, colorful art that will delight young fans and inspire them to create imaginary alphabet adventures of their own.

Pre-order Eek! today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Stanley’s fire engine needs to be ready for anything. It has a tall ladder, a big water tank, and a long hose. Uh-oh. The fire station has a phone call: Charlie’s barbecue is out of control. CLANG! CLANG! CLANG! Out of the way! Stanley’s on the job! With bright illustrations, adorable characters, and a padded-cover format, William Bee’s Stanley series is perfect for readers transitioning from board books to picture books.

Pre-order Stanley’s Fire Engine today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

Duck and Penguin do NOT like sleepovers, despite what their owners, Betty and Maud, might have you think. But when Betty and Maud leave the teeny weeny tent, Duck and Penguin have no choice but to stick together. The dark outside is full of strange noises, and they have the oddest feeling that…something…is watching them. This companion to Duck & Penguin are NOT Friends from author-illustrator Julia Woolf is a laugh-out-loud bedtime romp about the secret world of toys and the thrills and anxieties of sleeping over.

Pre-order Duck and Penguin Do NOT Like Sleepovers today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, or on Amazon.

When Gnu says that there’s a cave filled with diamonds across the river, Shrew is intrigued. But as Gnu dreams his days away, tossing out ideas about how to cross the river, Shrew tries to make those dreams a reality. Can Gnu’s big ideas and Shrew’s hard work make something remarkable happen? In this entertaining spin on “The Ant and the Grasshopper” that values the roles of both dreamers and doers, author Danny Schnitzlein’s deadpan storytelling is perfectly complemented by illustrator Anca Sandu’s humorous artwork.

Pre-order Gnu and Shrew today through your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, or on Amazon.

Madeline Finn and Star are off to Walker Oaks, a retirement community where Star will take his tests to become a therapy dog. They make their way through a variety of challenges and meet several new friends, but Madeline Finn can’t stop thinking about an elderly man in a wheelchair who never smiles. Is there something she and Star can do to help? This heartwarming companion to Lisa Papp’s Madeline Finn and the Library Dog and Madeline Finn and the Shelter Dog explores the therapy dog training process and provides a realistic example of a young person making a difference in her community.

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Over millions of years, organisms in Antarctica—one of the most extreme environments on Earth—have evolved in amazing ways that enable them to thrive on the ice, in the ice, and under the ice. How is climate change affecting the creatures that live in this frozen world? Antarctica’s creatures depend on the ice. And in the long run, so do we. This amazing nonfiction picture book provides valuable information about one of the most hostile environments on the planet. Experienced nature writer Mary Batten’s informative text and stunning artwork by New York Times bestselling illustrator Thomas Gonzalez are sure to spark a passion for conservation of this incredible habitat.

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After witnessing the 1911 Triangle Waist Factory fire, Frances Perkins decided to work to bring about new laws that would make workplaces safer. As Secretary of Labor in President Roosevelt’s administration—the first woman cabinet member—Frances had the opportunity to achieve her bold vision of Social Security. Deborah Hopkinson’s energetic text and Kristy Caldwell’s appealing illustrations introduce readers to a fascinating woman who has changed many American lives. Back matter features more information about Frances Perkins and Social Security and resources for economic education.

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As a young man, William went to work for the Pennsylvania Anti-Slavery Society, where he helped freedom seekers who had traveled north. One day, a strangely familiar man came into William’s office, searching for information about his long-lost family. Motivated by his own family’s experience, William began collecting the stories of thousands of other freedom seekers and was able to reunite other families and build a remarkable source of information. Award-winning author Don Tate brings to life William Still’s incredible true story and work as a record keeper of enslaved people who had fled to freedom in this first-ever picture book biography of the Father of the Underground Railroad.

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New Middle Grade

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Mr. Penguin and his Adventuring gang board a luxury cruise ship for some much-needed rest and a little entertainment. With fish finger sandwiches available twenty-four hours a day, Mr. Penguin isn’t even bothered that he can’t swim and is deeply afraid of water. But when a series of odd events infiltrates a façade of glamorous parties, Mr. Penguin can’t help but feel that something shifty is happening on board, and he soon finds that Adventures are lying in wait after all. This third installment in the humorous, page-turning series from Alex T. Smith is sure to thrill young readers looking for a good adventure.

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New YA

Haylah Swinton is an ace best friend, a loving daughter, and an incredibly patient sister. Best of all, Haylah’s learning to embrace all of her curvy parts, and one day, she’ll be a stand-up comedian star. So when impossibly thirstalicious Leo reveals he’s also into comedy, Haylah jumps at the chance to ghostwrite his sets. But if Haylah’s ever going to step into the spotlight, first she’ll need to find the confidence to put herself out there and strut like the boss she really is. Rebecca Elliott’s hilarious and authentic narrative voice is sure to capture readers’ hearts as her plus-sized, teenage heroine embarks on a candid and laugh-out-loud journey of family, friends, and fierce mistakes.

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Nettie Delaney has just been accepted into a prestigious performing arts school—the very same school her superstar mother attended. But Nettie hasn’t been able to sing a single note since her mother died. Whenever she tries, she just clams up. All may not be lost, however, when Nettie stumbles upon a mysterious piano player in an empty studio after class. Masked behind a curtain, can Nettie summon the courage to find her voice? Or will the pressure and anxiety of performing come crashing down? All about claiming your voice and not throwing away your shot, Vanessa Jones’s moving story of grief and healing is sure to be a pure joy for musical theater aficionados.

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