Children's Books

Jane Yolen, Maya Shleifer (Illustrator)

Award-winning author Jane Yolen brings us a delightfully humorous tale inspired by Jewish folklore of a well-intentioned but mischievous boy who accidentally summons ten golems.

“A truly original story that charmed me from start to finish. This book put a big smile on my face!”— Lesléa Newman, author of Welcoming A Passover Tale with a Tail , winner of the Sydney Taylor Book Award and National Jewish Book Award

"A delightful reimagining of Jewish folklore! Magic that will captivate children of all backgrounds."—Ruth Behar, Pura Belpré Author Award winner and author of Tía Fortuna's New A Jewish Cuban Journey , a Sydney Taylor Notable Book

The rabbi’s son, Abi, has a habit of getting in trouble. It’s not on purpose, and usually, they’re harmless accidents. But this time, Abi has stolen a scroll from the synagogue—to practice his Hebrew!—and is not ready for what, or rather, who will show up at his front door as a result.

The golems Abi summons may look monstrous, but we soon learn they are only there to help! With beloved author Jane Yolen's signature wit and delightful illustrations by Maya Shleifer, Too Many Golems conveys the unexpected joy of magical accidents and the importance of being a good neighbor to all.

A REIMAGINED JEWISH A fresh spin on a classic Jewish folktale reinvents the original narrative into one that emphasizes kindness, community, and friendship. Readers will laugh along as, instead of battling enemies, these golems tackle an even stronger Hebrew lessons!

ENCOURAGING With a deep understanding that learning any new skill can be a difficult and even anxiety-inducing experience, this story acknowledges every struggle and reassures readers that even without the help of magical creatures, their goals can be achieved through perseverance.

IMAGINATIVE & Brought to life by two Jewish creators, author Jane Yolen and illustrator Maya Schleifer, this comical story of a boy who means well but can't seem to stay out of trouble will delight parents and kids with its charming illustrations, witty text, and pure imagination.

CELEBRATES Readers will find a warm message that showcases the importance of showing kindness to everyone, regardless of where they come from or what language they speak.

PERFECT FOR COMING-OF-AGE The outrageous tale of Abi's battle with Hebrew is one that many Jewish children will relate to as they begin Hebrew school or embark on their Bar/Bat Mitzvah journey, making this an essential pick for parents and gift-givers.

Perfect
Genres
Picture Books
Jewish
Fiction
Childrens
Religion
40 pages, Hardcover

Published April 23, 2024

This edition
Format
40 pages, Hardcover
Published
April 23, 2024 by Chronicle Books
ISBN
9781797212142 (ISBN10: 1797212141)
ASIN
1797212141
Language
English

Novelty Book – Touch & Feel, February 16, 2021
by Xavier Deneux (Author)

Part of the bestselling TouchThinkLearn series!

TouchThinkLearn: Feelings is a tactile board book with scooped-out die-cuts and raised elements that invites little readers to explore a range of emotions—from joy to anger—in a hands-on way.

• Made in the landmark TouchThinkLearn format—over 850,000 copies sold in the series
• Dynamic, tactile features make learning essential concepts fun and engaging
• Clusters of related words on each spread offer caregivers a springboard for conversations that foster language development

TouchThinkLearn: Feelings' inviting interactive format makes it a go-to book for introducing toddlers to a world of many emotions.

• Ideal for children ages 2 to 4 years old
• Perfect gift for baby showers, birthdays, holidays, and more
• Rich interactive story time full of learning and enjoyment

Board Books for Baby Learners, Touch Feel Books for Children) Board book – Touch & Feel, May 27, 2014
by Xavier Deneux (Author)

Combining scooped-out die-cuts with raised, shaped elements, two new TouchThinkLearn books offer youngest learners an irresistible opportunity to explore their universe in a hands-on, multisensory way. See the image, trace its shape, say its name: these modes of perception combine in a dynamic way to stimulate understanding of essential concepts. Experience the number "2" both by counting a pair of raised car wheels on one side, and feeling its shape on the other. Featuring a format unlike any other, these groundbreaking books translate abstract thought into tangible knowledge.

Baby - 2 years

Board book – March 25, 2025
by Xavier Deneux (Author)

Part of the bestselling TouchThinkLearn series! Adorable pets actively engage readers for hands-on learning.


To touch is to experience. To experience is to learn.

The popular TouchThinkLearn series, with over 1,000,000 copies sold, combines scooped-out die-cuts with raised, shaped elements, designed to offer the youngest learners an irresistible opportunity to explore their universe in a hands-on, multisensory way.

TouchThinkLearn: Pets is a chunky board book that fully involves little ones by engaging them in exploring animals in several ways: seeing the image, tracing its shape, saying its name. These modes of perception combine to stimulate understanding of essential concepts. Related words on each spread offer parents and children a springboard for conversation to encourage the language skills crucial to later successful learning.

In a format unlike any other, these innovative books hailed by educators translate abstract thought into tangible knowledge. Dynamic, tactile features make learning fun and engaging, and the sturdy, durable pages are a delight for curious toddlers to enjoy again and again.

FUN & GRAPHIC EDUCATIONAL BOOK: Engaging, simple, and straightforward, this early learning concept book has one defining difference: it's a work of art. Sturdy and fun, its design combines bright colors and vivid graphic images in a classic board book format!

SENSORY LEARNING: Sensory board books that engage little ones' hands and minds are ideal for helping babies and toddlers grasp early learning concepts. Incorporating clusters of related words along with unique cutouts and clever artwork on each helps foster language development.

INTERACTIVE BOOKS SERIES: TouchThinkLearn books cover a range of topics, from colors, shapes, and opposites to numbers, animals, and feelings. imparting concepts and skills through hands-on learning and motor engagement, these groundbreaking books give early learning new dimension.

Perfect for:

Fans of Xavier Deneux and the TouchThinkLearn series
Parents and kids who love pets
Gift-giving for baby showers and toddler birthdays
Grandparents, caregivers, and educators seeking a fun, interactive book to share
Anyone looking for early concept board books with tactile features

2 - 4 years

7 years and up

A kid-friendly introduction to the digital world: Who invented the Internet? What is virtual reality? How does 3-D printing work? Curious kids want to know, and they will get the answers to these questions and many more in this illustrated Q&A book. Questions about digital tech are answered in a fun, kid-friendly way and accompanied by quirky cartoon illustrations that will entertain readers and help them remember important facts
• 72 pages of real-life questions and answers for kids ages 7 and up
• Fun illustrations that engage readers
• Content reviewed by experts

Fans of What About: Digital Tech will also enjoy other books in the series: Philosophy, The Universe, and Science.
• Great family and classroom read-aloud book.
• Nonfiction books for kids
• Educational books for elementary school students

72 pages

7 years and up

What is money for? Why are there wars? Should we always be nice? Curious kids have lots of questions about the world they live in and the feelings they have. They will explore answers to these questions and many more in this exceptional illustrated Q&A book. Questions about how to think about freedom, jealousy, and going to school, among others, are answered in a fun, kid-friendly way and accompanied by quirky cartoon illustrations that engage them in talking about big life questions.
• 80 pages of real-life questions and answers for kids ages 7 and up
• Fun illustrations that engage readers
• Content reviewed by philosophy advisers and sensitivity reader

What About: Philosophy is a Q&A book that offers easy-to-understand answers to challenging life questions!
• Great family and classroom read-aloud book
• Nonfiction books for kids
• Educational books for elementary school students

Fans of What About: Philosophy will also enjoy other books in the series, The Universe and Science.

75 pages

7 years and up

What is the universe? Can you travel in time? Will humans ever live on other planets? Curious kids want to know, and they will get the answers to these questions and many more in this exceptional illustrated Q&A book. Questions about astronomy are answered in a fun, kid-friendly way and accompanied by quirky cartoon illustrations that will entertain readers and help them remember important facts.
80 pages of educational, science-related questions and answers for kids ages 7 and up
Fun illustrations that engage readers while helping them learn
Educational content reviewed by a science expert
What About: The Universe is a Q&A book that offers easy-to-understand answers to tough science questions!
Great family and classroom read-aloud book
Illustrated, nonfiction books for kids
Educational books for elementary school students
Fans of What About: The Universe will also enjoy the other book in the series, What About: Science.

77 pages

3 - 7 years

Picture Book, July 5, 2022
by Megan Hess (Author)

Claris, the chicest mouse in Paris, is setting off on an exciting adventure through London!

Can you find Claris and her friends in iconic places such as Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park and the West End?
Look inside to find out!

Compassion is always in fashion in this beloved series by acclaimed children's author and fashion illustrator Megan Hess. With more than a million children's books in print, Megan Hess's beautiful rhyming picture books are adored worldwide. She is the creator of three best-selling picture-book series for children: Claris, World of Claris and the Young Queens Collection.

Perfect for:

Readers aged 3-6 who love dress-ups, gentle adventure and friendship stories
​Readers of all ages who love all things fashion and style!
Fans of sparklingly fun picture books such as Eloise and Olivia.
Gift-buyers looking for a dazzlingly beautiful illustrated look-and-find story!

32 pages

Baby - 8 years

Claris, the chicest mouse in Paris, is setting off on an exciting adventure through the city of lights!

Can you find Claris and her friends in fabulous Parisian places such as the patisserie, the florist and the carousel?
Look inside to find out!

Compassion is always in fashion in this beloved series by acclaimed children's author and fashion illustrator Megan Hess. With more than a million children's books in print, Megan Hess's beautiful rhyming picture books are adored worldwide. She is the creator of three best-selling picture-book series for children: Claris, World of Claris and the Young Queens Collection.

Perfect for:

Readers aged 3-6 who love dress-ups, gentle adventure and friendship stories
​Readers of all ages who love all things fashion and style!
Fans of sparklingly fun picture books such as Eloise and Olivia.
Gift-buyers looking for a dazzlingly beautiful illustrated look-and-find story!

32 pages

3 years and up

Picture Book, June 13, 2023
by Megan Hess (Author)

Claris, the chicest mouse in Paris, is setting off on an exciting adventure through Rome!

Can you find Claris and her friends in historic places such as the Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum and the Spanish Steps?
Look inside to find out!

Compassion is always in fashion in this beloved series by acclaimed children's author and fashion illustrator Megan Hess. With more than a million children's books in print, Megan Hess's beautiful rhyming picture books are adored worldwide. She is the creator of three best-selling picture-book series for children: Claris, World of Claris and the Young Queens Collection.

Perfect for:

Readers aged 3-6 who love dress-ups, gentle adventure and friendship stories
​Readers of all ages who love all things fashion and style!
Fans of sparklingly fun picture books such as Eloise and Olivia.
Gift-buyers looking for a dazzlingly beautiful illustrated look-and-find story!

32 pages

Book for Friends Better Day Books

How well do you really know your best friend? Use this book to find out!

Inside you will find over 300 “pinky swear” questions to make you think, ponder, and LOL. From hilarious “would you rather” questions to revealing “this or that” questions, this book will have you talking, laughing, and sharing with every page! It’s perfect for long car rides, sleepovers, video calls, and hangouts. The book is organized into chapters called All About Us, Our Favorite Things, Goals and Dreams, The Tough Stuff, Relationships, and Life As We Know It. Each chapter includes prompts, questions, quote art, and plenty of room to personalize the pages! It’s the most fun way to build connections and get even closer to the friends you already have and the new ones you’ll make.
96 pages, Paperback

Published September 28, 2023

This edition
Format
96 pages, Paperback
Published
September 28, 2023 by Better Day Books
ISBN
9780764367144 (ISBN10: 0764367145)
ASIN
0764367145
Language
English

Kate Hosford, Sarah Gonzales (Illustrator)

Weaving together the wonders of nature and a parent’s devotion in one glorious day of outdoor exploration, this picture book is a beautiful, unforgettable ode to the bond between caregiver and child.

Busy birdsong, breaking dawn,
melodies above the lawn.
Fly right over here to me.
Y ou'll always be my chickadee.

With lyrical, rhyming text by author Kate Hosford and gorgeous illustrations by artist Sarah Gonzales, this gentle book shows that there are as many ways to say I love you as there are special moments to be shared together. A restful bedtime book, a cherished read-aloud, and a memorable gift for new families, You'll Always Be My Chickadee reassures young children that no matter what, our love for them is as steadfast as the tallest forest tree and as endless as the stars in the sky.

TIMELESS Parents and caregivers are always looking for ways to reassure children that they are special and loved—and always will be. By playfully incorporating elements of nature, this picture book offers a meaningful new way to share one’s love.

NATURE This book details the beauty and delights of nature in lovely and specific ways. The poetic language and gorgeous illustrations will speak to families who value and encourage outside time over screen time.

EASY BEDTIME Soothing, rhyming text and a comforting nighttime ending make this book a joy to read out loud, especially at bedtime.

Perfect
Genres
Picture Books
Storytime
Family
Childrens
Love
Nature
32 pages, Hardcover

Published April 30, 2024

This edition
Format
32 pages, Hardcover
Published
April 30, 2024 by Chronicle Books
ISBN
9781797214375 (ISBN10: 1797214373)
ASIN
1797214373
Language
English