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Picture Books Narrative Nonfiction from the Bestselling Children's Publisher
Picture
Books
 Narrative Nonfiction from the
Bestselling Children’s Publisher
Picture Books Narrative Nonfiction from the Bestselling Children's Publisher
Dear Reader,

             At DK, we make books for the curious, and who is more curious about the world
             around them than children? You are probably familiar with DK’s stunning visual
             nonfiction books, and may have even grown up with our iconic series like DK
             Eyewitness or DKfindout! books that help kids explore all their favorite
             subjects, from the animal kingdom to ancient history to the human body.

             In this rapidly evolving world, we’re finding that children’s curiosity needs to
             be nurtured and supported in new ways, and we’ve recently branched out into
             new publishing categories, such as our new fiction series, The Secret Explorers,
             Verity Fairy, and Dinosaur Club, and two graphic novel series, Corpse Talk and
             The Renegades. In 2022 and 2023, you’ll see even more unique formats for DK
             as we expand our picture book publishing.

             Titles like Look Out, Leonard!, Alone Together, and Lost in the Clouds will help
             children understand and navigate the world around them through engaging imagery,
             as DK books have always done, but now we will explore new topics through more
             narrative and character-driven storytelling. Not only will kids learn about their favorite
             subjects like science, history, or language arts, our books will also offer tools to help
             them understand confusing global events or challenging emotions in this gentle and
             relatable format. Children will learn about grief, loneliness, and fear, and how to tackle
             these uncomfortable feelings through discovery, connection, and embracing what
             makes them unique.

             We are very excited to bring these new topics to life, and we can’t wait for readers
             to meet our new charming and lovable characters. We hope you enjoy these new
             books as much as we enjoyed making them.

             Sincerely,
             Sarah Larter
             Publishing Director,
             DK Children’s

DK is the #1 publisher in Juvenile Nonfiction (in Retail $)
We are the only top 3 player that saw YOY growth in 2021 in value and units ($1.2m)
Picture Books Narrative Nonfiction from the Bestselling Children's Publisher
Animals,
              Science,
             and NatureEncouraging curiosity about our world

Animals is the #2 largest category in JNF Picture Books,
while Science and Nature is the #3 largest category.
Taken together, these two categories comprise the
largest portion of annual sales.

Our Top Selling Titles of 2021
Picture Books Narrative Nonfiction from the Bestselling Children's Publisher
A Dinosaur’s Day:
Diplodocus Finds
Its Family                                                                                Each book stars a lovable dino
                                                                                          character with its own personality
First in a new picture book series, this story will
teach children about the Diplodocus through an
adorable and adventurous tale, ending with a
small glossary and a dinosaur pronunciation
guide so kids can deepen their knowledge of
this well-loved subject.

                                                                                                   Marie Bollman’s beautiful
                                                                                                   illustrations are friendly and
                                                                                                   fun—but still technically correct!

Coming in Spring 2023

                                         Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 Canada
                                         Format 9 ½ x 9 ½ in (240 x 240 mm)
                                         Extent 32 pages
                                         Binding Hardcover
                                         Color Full color throughout
                                         Age range 3–5
                                         US ISBN 978-0-7440-6005-8
                                         F O R S A L E S P U R P O S E S O N LY

Publication date September 2022 • Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover with jacket
Color Full color • Age range 3–7 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-5654-9
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Picture Books Narrative Nonfiction from the Bestselling Children's Publisher
Bird
Through a beautiful tale about beating climate
change and protecting animals, this book introduces
                                                                                                                                  Age-appropriate text
children to the importance of the environment.                                                                                    with humorous elements
Grown-ups and children will enjoy reading the story                                                                               to the story.
of Finn and his dog, Skip. With its ups and downs,
the story gives a great lesson about climate change
and what we can do to help.

                                                                                                       Fun, quirky illustrations
                                                                                                       by author and illustrator
                                                                                                       Brendan Kearney.

                                                                                Young readers will love this picture book with a timely and ultimately uplifting message
                                                                                about protecting the world around us.

Publication date September 2022 • Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover with jacket
Color Full color • Word count Approx. 600 words • Age range 3–5 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-5673-0
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Picture Books Narrative Nonfiction from the Bestselling Children's Publisher
Also by Brendan Kearney:

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Publication date September 2020                                                                                                                   Publication date December 2021
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Price $14.99 USA / $18.99 Canada                                                                                                                  Price $16.99 USA / $18.99 CAN
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm)                                                                                                              Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm)
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Extent 32 pages                                                                                                                                   Extent 32 pages
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Binding Hardcover with jacket                                                                                                                     Binding Hardcover with jacket
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Color Full color throughout                                                                                                                       Color Full color throughout
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Word count 1100 words                                                                                                                             Word count Approx. 600 words
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Age range 3–5                                                                                                                                     Age range 3–5
                                                                                                                                                                                                        US ISBN 978-0-7440-2146-2                                                                                                                         US ISBN 978-0-7440-3953-5
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                                                                                                                                                                                                        Publication date February 2022
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 Canada
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm)
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Extent 32 pages
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Binding Hardcover with jacket
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Color Full color throughout
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Word count Approx. 600 words
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Age range 3–5
                                                                                                                                                                                                        US ISBN 978-0-7440-4989-3
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Publication date September 2022 • Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover with jacket
Color Full color • Word count Approx. 600 words • Age range 3–5 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-5673-0
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Picture Books Narrative Nonfiction from the Bestselling Children's Publisher
Agnes and the Sheep
A charming yet amusing picture book that follows a
                                                                                         The delightful, amusing
Great Dane named Agnes and some sheep who love
                                                                                         text is based on a real-life
to cause mischief. Full of hearty lessons for children                                   experience of the author,
and beautiful illustrations, the story focuses on how                                    Elle Rowley.
comparing yourself to others won’t bring happiness
after all.

                                                                                           The spreads are filled with
                                                                                           lovely, classic illustrations
                                                                                           by Clare Therese Gray.

                                                                            Author Elle Rowley is the founder of the company Solly Baby
                                                                            and has a strong Instagram following (15.1k).

Publication date August 2022 • Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover with jacket
Color Full color throughout • Word count Approx. 1,000 words • Age range 3–5 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-5670-9
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Picture Books Narrative Nonfiction from the Bestselling Children's Publisher
Roly and Friends Series
Delightful picture books that introduce young
readers to the idea of animal conservation and                                                             Thoughtful and timely
                                                                                                           message about protecting
protection. Written by Frances Rodgers, these                                                              wildlife, with tips for
books include fun trivia and talk about how                                                                doing so.
unique different animals are.

                                                                                                          Adorable illustrations
                                                                                                          by Ben Grisdale.

                                                                                These books are the perfect gift for any small-animal lover or budding environmentalist,
                                                                                and they will inspire toddlers to discover so much of what is unseen in their gardens.

Publication date April 2022 • Price $9.99 USA / $13.99 Canada • Format 8¼ x 8¼ in (210 x 210 mm) • Extent 40 pages • Binding Hardcover • Color Full color throughout
Word count Approx. 500 words • Age range 3–5 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-5474-3 (Bumblebee) / 978-0-7440-5473-6 (Butterfly) / 978-0-7440-5472-9 (Garden Bird) /
978-0-7440-5471-2 (Hedgehog)
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Picture Books Narrative Nonfiction from the Bestselling Children's Publisher
Guinea Pigs
Go Stargazing                                                                                                                                     A perfect bedtime story
                                                                                                                                                  that encourages children
Discover the magic of stars and astronomy with curious                                                                                            to connect with nature.
guinea pigs Bob and Ginger in this sweet storybook.
Full of cheerful illustrations and an engaging storyline,
this book gently introduces young children to the basic
concepts of astronomy, from how stars are formed,
to easy-to-follow explanations about meteoroids,
constellations, the Milky Way, and more.

                                                                                                                                                                                  Instructions:
                                                                                     Download Your DIY                                                                            Print this page on regular printer paper, or on white card stock for longer-lasting labels.
                                                                                                                                                                                  With a pen or marker, write one plant name on each garden label below. Cut out the
                                                                                                                                                                                  labels along the dotted lines or have young gardeners help you cut them out by using
                                                                                                                                                                                  safety scissors. Be sure to closely supervise. Next, glue the blank side of each label onto

                                                                                     Garden Labels here                                                                           a craft stick or lollipop stick. If you plan on using the garden labels outside, laminating
                                                                                                                                                                                  each label will help make them waterproof.

                                                                                      Create Your Own
                                                                                      Garden Labels
                                                                                      Whether young gardeners help care for a vegetable
                                                                                      patch, an herb garden, or a windowsill full of flowers,
                                                                                      these colorful labels are perfect for teaching them
                                                                                      to identify different plants throughout their growth
                                                                                      cycles, and for keeping track of what’s growing in each
                                                                                      garden plot or flowerpot. If you’re looking for a place to get
                                                                                      started, browse the list of easy-to-grow plants below. Print out the attached label sheet
                                                                                      once you have a plan in place, and follow the instructions. Happy gardening!

                                                                                                             Planting Suggestions

                                                                                            Herbs                  Fruits & Vegetables                       Flowers
                                                                                                Basil                         Carrots                          Lavender

                                                                                                 Dill                        Eggplants                        Marigolds

                                                                                                Mint                          Lettuce                         Nasturtiums

                                         Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 Canada                   Oregano                          Pumpkins                           Pansies
                                                                                                                                                                                       For the curious

                                                                                              Parsley                       Strawberries                     Snapdragons

                                         Format 9 ½ x 9 ½ in (240 x 240 mm)                 Rosemary

                                                                                                Sage
                                                                                                                             Tomatoes

                                                                                                                           Watermelons
                                                                                                                                                              Sunflowers

                                                                                                                                                                Zinnias

                                         Extent 32 pages                                      Thyme                           Zucchini

                                         Binding Hardcover
                                         Color Full color throughout                       For the curious

                                         Age range 3–5
                                         US ISBN 978-0-7440-2662-7
                                         F O R S A L E S P U R P O S E S O N LY

Publication date December 2021 • Price $14.99 USA / $18.99 Canada • Format 7⅝ x 10 in (255 x 195 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover
Color Full color throughout • Word count Approx. 700 words • Age range 5–7 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-4049-4
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Picture Books Narrative Nonfiction from the Bestselling Children's Publisher
Social
                            Topics
                    Finding language to describe our inner lives

During the next 10–15 years, 80% of            Millennials are the most diverse generation
Millennials will be parents. This generation   to date. Their appetite for books on social
values emotional intelligence, home and        topics—including mental health and emotions,
public safety, and raising caring and          empowerment, and diversity—makes it the #5
respectful children.                           category in JNF Picture Books.

Our Top Selling Title of 2021
Bee
This heartfelt, inspiring story addresses the realities
of living with autism, within a magical story structure.
It promotes individuality and encourages children
to see the things that set us apart with empathy
and acceptance.

                                               Bee’s triumphant story helps to dispel                                         Sweet illustrations bring the
                                               misconceptions and prejudice towards                                           story to life and make it a
                                               neurodivergent people                                                          keepsake gift

                                                Written by popular musician and composer Rachel Fuller, with a large social
                                                media presence and vetted by consultant Marianne Eloise, an autistic writer

Publication date March 2023 • Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 40 pages • Binding Hardcover
Color Full color throughout • Age range 5–9 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-6997-6
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Everybody Feels Fear
The central idea of this colorful, quirky book is to help
children talk about, relate to, and laugh about their
own fears. Always with a light touch, it shows kids that
being brave is not about never feeling fear, but about                                Bright, bold colors make this book
being able to move forward through the fear.                                          stand out on the shelf

                                                                                                  Adults, as well as kids, will surely take
                                                                                                  something away from this insightful book

                                                                          Ashwin Chacko is an Indian multi-disciplined illustrator,
                                                                          designer, and hand-letterer working and living in Dublin who
                                                                          is publishing traditionally for the first time

Publication date November 2022 • Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover
Color Full color throughout • Age range 3–5 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-6262-5
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My Family and
Other Families
My Family and Other Families is a humorous yet heart                                   This book includes bouncy
warming tale about friends, family, and Ferris wheels.                                 and whimsical illustrations
This sweet picture book shares the message of diver-                                   by Andy Passchier.
sity, reminding children that our differences make this
world a brighter, more wonderful place.

                                                                                          The gentle and thoughtful text
                                                                                          has plenty of re-read potential.

                                                                            This book is written by the creators of Two Dads in London,
                                                                            Richard and Lewis Edwards-Middleton, who are popular
                                                                            parenting bloggers and influencers.

Publication date October 2022 • Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover with jacket
Color Full color throughout • Word count Approx. 900 words • Age range 3–5 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-5981-6
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The Station Cat
This enchanting picture book, written and illustrated
by rising star Stephen Hogtun, explores the importance
                                                                                                      Gentle, lyrical text
of grief, loss, hope, and death. With engaging text                                                   is perfect for reading
and charming illustrations, this timely and important                                                 to little ones.
book shows young readers the pride and sense
of purpose that can come from helping others.

                                                                                                                             Creative use of color that
                                                                                                                             brings the story to life.

                                                                                 This book is perfect for parents and caregivers who want to develop their children’s
                                                                                 empathy skills, as well as preschool teachers looking for resources to support
                                                                                 learning of social and emotional skills.

Publication date June 2022 • Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 CAN • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover with jacket
Color Fully illustrated throughout • Word count Approx. 2,050 words • Age range 5–8 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-5012-7
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My Perfect Cabin
This enchanting picture book follows a little girl named
Leslie, on a round-the-world adventure to find the
pefect home. This book is a rich, sweet celebration
                                                                                                                              Stunning illustrations
of the beauty of nature, different cultures, and people                                                                       by up-and-coming
that make up this world, approaching diversity in a                                                                           illustrator Sarah Loulendo.
completely fresh way.

                                                                                                                  Written by Emmanuelle
                                                                                                                  Mardesson, the text is
                                                                                                                  ideal for reading aloud.

Publication date May 2022 • Price $16.99 USA / $21.99 Canada • Format 11 x 9 in (280 x 229 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover
Color Full color throughout • Word count Approx. 2,000 words • Age range 5–7 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-5156-8
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Speak Out, Leonard!
This delightful picture book follows Leonard, a clueless                                      The simple, engaging
and soft-spoken shrew, as he searches for the courage                                         text by Jessie James is
to speak up. This quirky book aims to encourage                                               ideal for reading aloud.
self-awareness, confidence, and compassion in little
ones and help them understand the importance
of using their voice to speak out against injustice.

                                                                                                                                                                           The colorful illustrations by
                                                                                                                                                                           Tamara Anegón bring the
                                                                                                                                                                           quirky characters to life.

                                                                                              Download Your Leonard
                                                                                              Activity Pack here

                                                                                                         t,
                                                                                                  Look ourd!
                                                                                                  Leona
                                                                                                  Can you guide Leonard through

                                         Publication date Mar 2021
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Join Leonard in the jungle. Color in Leonard and draw yourself
                                                                                                  this maze to his family? Watch
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           wearing Leonard’s glasses! Remember to hold onto the right tail

                                         Price $16.99 USA / $21.99 Canada
                                                                                                  out for the other animals along
                                                                                                  the way.

                                                                                                                                                               End                                                           ,             and stay together on your adventure!

                                         Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm)                            Star
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                                         Extent 32 pages
                                                                                                                                                                           Write your
                                         Binding Hardcover with jacket                                                                                                     name here!

                                         Color Full color throughout
                                         Word count Approx. 700 words                                                                  Content from: Look Out, Leonard!
                                                                                                                                    Suitable for 3-5 years Available now

                                         Age range 3–5
                                         US ISBN 978-0-7440-2817-1
                                         F O R S A L E S P U R P O S E S O N LY                                                                                                         5. happiness, 6. rainbow, 7. Firedrake, 8. llama
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Content from: Look Out, Leonard!
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Suitable for 3-5 years Available now
                                                                                                                                                                                        Answers: 1. ears, 2. human, 3. ocean, 4. planet,

Publication date April 2022 • Price $16.99 USA/ $22.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover with jacket
Color Full color throughout • Word count Approx. 700 words • Age range 3–5 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-5003-5
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In You I See
A beautiful, poetic book full of captivating illustrations
that teaches children that there is more to someone than
                                                                                                                                                                   Engaging, poetic text, written by
meets the eye. It encourages them to look within others,                                                                                                           singer-songwriter Rachel Emily,
and themselves, to discover the various layers and                                                                                                                 runs throughout the book.
attributes different people can have.

Rhyming Activity
Sheet here

  IN YOU I SEE                            Rhyming Game
                                                                                                                        A.

  Can you match the poems below with the correct picture
  and find two rhyming words in each verse?

    1. In you I see a rainbow!
         Your colors, rich and proud.
         A sunbeam shining through the rain
         And lining every cloud.                                                                                             C.

    2. In you I see an elephant!
          Determined, strong and kind.
          Supported by a family
          Where no one’s left behind.                                                                         B.

    3. In you I see a daffodil!
         A yellow burst of spring
         That fills my day with happiness
                                                                                                                                                                                     This book is packed with
                                                                                                                                                                                     beautiful illustrations by
         And brightens everything.

                                                                                                                                  E.
    4. In you I see an oak tree!                                                                                   D.

                                                                                                                                                                                     Jodie Howard.
         With branches broad and long,
         And in a storm you’ll always have
         Your roots to keep you strong.

    5. In you I see a swallow!
         In swooping, nimble flight.
         Your safe return from far and wide
         An ever welcome sight.

  Verse 3 with C, spring and everything. Verse 4 with E, long and strong. Verse 5 with B, flight and sight.
                                                                                                                                       Content from In You I See
                                                                                                                                                   Available now
  Answers: Verse 1 with A, proud and cloud. Verse 2 with D, kind and behind.

Publication date March 2022 • Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover with jacket
Color Full color throughout • Word count Approx. 300 words • Age range 3–8 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-4988-6
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Anansi and
the Golden Pot                                                                                                                                                                                                        Contains reference
A charming retelling of a West African story that                                                                                                                                                                     material about the
teaches readers about the dangers of greed,                                                                                                                                                                           origin of the tales.
and the importance of being kind. Written by
the award-winning author of Ghana Must Go,
Taiye Selasi, this book reimagines the story of Anansi,
the much-loved trickster, for a new generation.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Rich, modern illustrations
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     by British Nigerian illustrator
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Tinuke Fagborun.

Download Your Anansi                                                                                                  Kweku is quite surprised when he first meets
                                                                                                                    Anansi! Finish the illustration below by outlining

Activity Sheet here                                                                                                   these two characters with pencil or marker.
                                                                                                                                  Then, color them in.

                                                                                             Activity Sheet

                                        Kweku fills his pot with red-red,
                                         because it’s his favorite food!
                                        What food would fill your pot?
                                   Draw and color it in using the space below.

   Activity Sheet

    for me as you d
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“Do

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  Fill              ost desire!”

                                                                                        Imagine how your first
                                                                                          conversation with
                                                                                          Anansi might go.
                                                                                          Using the speech
                                                                                         bubbles, write a few
                                                                                        sentences you might
                         Now, pretend you were to share the golden pot with your          say to each other.
                         friends and family. What foods would they most desire?
                                Write your guesses in the space below and
                                   then ask them to see if you are right!
                                                                                                  For the curious
                           I think _______________ would like to eat _______________.

                           I think _______________ would like to eat _______________.

                           I think _______________ would like to eat _______________.
                                                                                                                                                                         This book is the perfect length for a short bedtime story, and as a new picture book
                                                                                                                                                                         there is potential to create a gift set series that would look attractive on the shelf.
       For the curious

Publication date February 2022 • Price $16.99 USA / $22.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover
Color Full color throughout • Word count Approx. 1,000 words • Age range 5–8 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-4990-9
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Lost in the Clouds
 This sensitively written picture book gently explores
 grief. It helps children understand how to deal with loss
 and their emotions surrounding the death of a loved                                                                                                             The book has a large format
 one. With colorful illustrations to accompany the                                                                                                               that makes it easy for adults
 touching narrative, this book is perfect for adults                                                                                                             and children to read together.
 to share with their little ones, and to let them know
 that they are not alone.

                                                                                                          It was one of those stormy, thundery days.                                            Billy knew it would be tough.

                                                                                                          Billy was fed up of knowing his mommy was                                             The clouds were far away,
                                                                                                          only just above him, but he couldn’t see or be                                        but with enough things
                                                                                                          with her. He decided to climb up to her clouds,                                       stacked on top of each
                                                                                                          so that he could talk to her.                                                         other and with Daddy’s
                                                                                                                                                                                                ladder from the shed, he
                                                                                                                                                                                                believed he could do it.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Billy piled boxes, books,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          and pots as high as could be.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Then he fetched the ladder
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          and placed it on top.

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                                                                                                                               Each morning Billy would go to
                                                                                                                               his bedroom window to check                                                                 He would often imagine what
                                                                                                                               how Mommy’s cloud was doing.                                                                it was like up on her cloud.

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                                                                                                                             The story provides
                                                                                                                             a gentle approach
                                                                                                                             to a difficult topic.

Publication date May 2021 • Price $16.99 USA / $21.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover with jacket
Color Full color throughout • Word count Approx. 600 words • Age range 3–5 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-3659-6
F O R S A L E S P U R P O S E S O N LY
Alone Together /
Real Superheroes
These beautifully illustrated picture books by                            Perfect book to help
author-illustrator Julia Seal are delightfully                            explain changes in
simple for children. Alone Together aims                                  children’s daily routine.
to help children feel less anxious and lonely
during the coronavirus pandemic, and Real
Superheroes celebrates the essential workers
who are helping our world during difficult times.

                                                                        Alone Together

                                                                                                             Fun, rhyming text to keep
                                                                                                             young children engaged.

                                                                        Real Superheroes

Publication date December 2020 (Alone Together)/ April 2021 (Real Superheroes) • Price $14.99 USA/ $18.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm)
Extent 32 pages • Binding Hardcover • Color Full color • Word count Approx. 500 words • Age range 3–5 (Alone Together)/ 5–7 (Real Superheroes)
US ISBN 978-0-7440-3668-8 (Alone Together) / 978-0-7440-3701-2 (Real Superheroes)
F O R S A L E S P U R P O S E S O N LY
Casper and Daisy’s
Big Day at the Park                                                                                                  Gorgeous illustrations by Julia Seal
A fun and playful picture book that follows the                                                                      capture the characters of these
dynamic duo—Casper, a talkative border collie—and                                                                    delightful doggies.
his best friend, Daisy—on a fun-filled adventure to the
park. This beautiful, illustrated book tells the story
of two friends who demonstrate the importance of
kindness and friendship above all else.

                                                                                                                            Engaging, rhyming text is
                                                                                                                            ideal for reading out loud.

                                                                                This book is written by the creator of Casper the Dog social media account, Ryan Dykta.
                                                                                Casper the Dog is a successful TikTok account with an average of about one million
                                                                                views a day, and receiving 10,000–15,000 new followers every day.

Publication date July 2021 • Price $9.99 USA / $12.99 Canada • Format 91⁄2 x 91⁄2 in (240 x 240 mm) • Extent 32 pages • Binding Paperback
Color Full color throughout • Word count Approx. 600 words • Age range 3–5 • US ISBN 978-0-7440-5382-1
F O R S A L E S P U R P O S E S O N LY
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