Children's Books

The imaginary art an educational, inspiring experience without the constraints of space and time. Discover beautiful reproductions from pre-history to the present, arranged in easy-to-navigate, color-coded wings, galleries, and rooms, each with an informative narrative guide. Marvel at its remarkable range of styles and mediums – from classic to contemporary, and from paintings and sculptures to photographs and textiles. With floor plans to follow and interactive cross-referencing activities, this museum-in-a-book is the perfect introduction to the history of human creativity.
Genres
Art
Nonfiction
Middle Grade
History
Art History
Childrens
232 pages, Hardcover

Published November 11, 2021

This edition
Format
232 pages, Hardcover
Published
November 11, 2021 by PHAIDON FRANCE
ISBN
9781838662967 (ISBN10: 1838662960)
ASIN
1838662960
Language
English

A deluxe volume of 15 Japanese folk tales that is sure to impress any fan of cultural and mythological literature with impactful and stunning illustrations by contemporary Japanese artist Kotaro Chiba.

A goblin with no body and a monster with no face. A resourceful samurai and a faithful daughter. A spirit of the moon and a dragon king.

This collection of 15 traditional Japanese folk tales transports readers to a time of adventure and enchantment. Drawn from the works of folklorists Lafcadio Hearn and Yei Theodora Ozaki, these tales are by turns terrifying, exhilarating, and poetic.

POPULAR SERIES: Designed for diehard fairy tale and folklore lovers, the Tales series gives new life to traditional stories. In addition to Tales of Japan, discover Ghostly Tales, Nordic Tales, Celtic Tales, Tales of India, Tales of East Africa, and more.

BEAUTIFUL GIFT: With its bold hardcover design, a satin ribbon page marker, and a striking full-page illustration for each story, Tales of Japan makes an impressive gift. Perfect for fans of fairy tales, ghost stories, Greek mythology, Roman mythology, Chinese mythology, Celtic mythology, and folklore and cultural studies from around the globe.

READERS LOVE IT: With hundreds of 5-star ratings, reviewers rave that this "absolutely delightful collection of traditional Japanese folktales" is "a must-have for folklore fans."

Perfect for:

Anyone interested in Japan's history and culture studies
Collectors of illustrated classics or artfully designed books
Readers who enjoy timeless stories, from the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm to Egyptian mythology to Greek classics
Adding to the shelf alongside Stephen Fry’s Greek Mythology trilogy (Mythos, Heroes, Troy), Neil Gaiman's Norse Mythology, or Madeline Miller's Circe and Song of Achilles

176 pages

Let this collection of seafaring folktales sweep you away with gorgeous illustrations and captivating stories.

A secret path leads across the water to a dragon's kingdom. A mermaid avenges the death of a human girl. A monstrous squid guards the most beautiful pearl in the world. This collection of traditional folktales captures the mysterious and magical power of the ocean. As you sail uncharted waters from Norway to New Zealand and Ghana to Korea, you'll encounter underwater palaces, brave seafarers, and monsters of the deep. Each story is paired with luminous contemporary art. With creamy paper, a ribbon marker, and a cover adorned with shimmering foil, this handsome hardcover is truly a book to treasure.

POPULAR SERIES: The Tales series gives new life to traditional stories. Celebrating the richness of folklore around the world, and featuring the work of beloved contemporary illustrators, these books are beloved by adults and teens alike.

GORGEOUS SPECIAL EDITION: A mesmerizing full-page illustration brings each story alive, while creamy paper, a ribbon marker, and a foil-stamped cover offer a deluxe reading experience. This keepsake edition is perfect for gifting and display.

CELEBRATING DIVERSITY: Featuring stories from around the world, this collection honors the dazzling diversity of different folk traditions—as well as the common threads that weave them all together.

PERFECT FOR OCEAN LOVERS: From whales to giant squids, and from selkies to mermaids, there's something here for anyone who feels the magic of the sea.

Perfect for:

• Fans of fairy tales and folklore
• Ocean lovers
• Swimmers, divers, fishers, and beach combers
• Illustration and art lovers
• Adults and teens
• Collectors of illustrated classics
• Fans of the illustrator Maggie Chiang

144 pages

5 - 7 years

So much more than a picture book, The Gift opens the window to Korean culture, transporting the reader to another time with an important lesson to learn

Tired of constantly working hard, a poor painter encounters the legendary Dokkaebi, who gifts him the life he has always dreamed of as a rich and famous artist. But the painter soon learns that his gifts come at a price and perhaps his new perfect life is not all it seems to be.

Vividly illustrated in a style that combines Minhwa, traditional Korean folk art, with pop art, The Gift is an engaging fable about gratitude and appreciating the beauty in life.

40 pages

4 - 6 years

Lidia Brankovic

A delightfully imaginative picture book that is both a fun read-aloud and also a great way to engage children in conversations about managing emotions. Welcome to the Grand Hotel of Feelings, where all kinds of feelings come and stay. Every guest has unique needs. Anger, for example, is very loud and needs plenty of space to scream and shout. Sadness speaks in a small voice and occasionally floods the bathroom. Gratitude likes wandering about in nature; you never know when she might come and sit by your side. Some feelings are big and some are small, some are fun and some are tricky, but no feeling is ever turned away. At the Grand Hotel of Feelings, there is room for everyone!

GenresPicture BooksChildrensMental HealthEmotion

32 pages, Hardcover

Published September 5, 2023
This edition

Format
32 pages, Hardcover
Published
September 5, 2023 by Cicada Books
ISBN
9781800660410 (ISBN10: 1800660413)
ASIN
1800660413
Language
English

1–5 years old
Preschool - Kindergarten

Touch and Explore: The Ocean is a multisensory journey for children who want to do more than just listen!

Scales, tails, flippers, and fins—let's dive into the ocean: The Touch and Explore™ series, already bestsellers in their original French editions, are well-crafted interactive titles that encourage hands-on engagement, learning and knowledge retention. As you move through each page, young readers can touch shiny scales and bumpy barnacles, turn a flap to find a clownfish hiding among an anemone, touch a shark's sandpapery skin, and discover who can squirt ink and change color! It's a trip to an underwater world that's just a touch away.

• A splashy treat for visual learners and pre-readers, kids can discover the facts, feel, and functions of over two dozen marine animals
• Bright illustrations encourage kids to immerse themselves in a fascinating beyond-the-bathtub habitat
• Sturdy board book design is just the right size for small hands

Fans of other books in the Touch and Explore series will also enjoy the interactive learning and excitement found in Touch and Explore: The Ocean.

• Great family read-aloud book
• Books for 3–5 years old
• Books for preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary school children

C.K. Smouha , Suzanna Hubbard (Illustrator)

A fussy cat ruffles the feathers of two neighbours who couldn’t be more different...

Alan and Betram are next-door neighbours. They are also best friends. They are also very, very different to one another. Bertram is extremely neat, and Alan is wildly messy. When Bertram gets a cat, called Pierre, he is dismayed to find that Pierre prefers it at Alan’s house.

Alan tries to help his friend out – giving him his old sheepskin coat, his chipped bowl and finally, his beat up old sofa. At last, Pierre and Bertram are happy, but Alan is not – he has no company and no sofa. Fortunately, Bertram comes up with a brilliant solution to the problem...

The Problem With Pierre plays with the format of the book, the gutter acting as the dividing wall between the two neighbours’ contrasting living rooms. A twist at the end brings together form and content in a way that is sure to delight readers young and old.

April 1, 2025
by Emma Roberts (Author), Raahat Kaduji (Illustrator), Mira Miroslavova (Illustrator)

This sumptuous gift book contains a second, hidden handbook in a secret compartment at the back

Do you believe in fairies? Would you like to join a secret club of fairy experts, who search for and look after fairies and other magical creatures in the wild? Now is the time to earn your place in the Secret Fairy Club.

Earn ten badges on your journey towards becoming an official Secret Fairy Club member and learn all about:

the perfect fairy wardrobe
where fairies make their homes
how fairies help the nature around them
how fairies get ready for a Fairy Ball

. . . and so much more!

Guard the precious knowledge within these pages for the good of all magical kind . . . · This novelty format contains a surprise, second book in the back · Artwork offers an inclusive, 21st-century take on an ever-popular topic · Intricate artwork and full cover decorative foiling make this the perfect gift

5 - 7 years

The Seriously Good Kids Cookbook is packed with over 50 simple, delicious and fun recipes containing easy-to-follow captions and 300 photos in a unique cartoon-strip style to inspire children of all ages to get busy in the kitchen.

Original and creative projects will capture kids' imaginations, such as the paper bag breakfast of a bacon and egg sandwich in a paper bag cooked on a barbecue. The kick'n'roll tin can ice cream is bound to be the project of the summer: pack a large tin can with ice and rock salt, insert a sealed ziplock bag containing cream, sugar and vanilla and kick it to the park or the beach... within 25 minutes... homemade ice cream!

Kids will also learn as they go along; each recipe contains a culinary technique such as beating, whipping, piping or baking and 'Adult alerts' appear throughout the book and ensure the recipes are all easy and safe to make.

This is a book which will become treasured as it helps children to discover the endless fun to be had in the kitchen and to learn skills which will stay with them for life.

128 pages

Ages 5–8

"Playful, detail-rich scenes give readers plenty to pore over." — Publishers Weekly

Learn all about the people, places, and vehicles that make the city go: The express bus drives passengers to work, swans swim in the lake at the park... Best of all, lots of flaps, popups, pull-tabs, and rotating wheels bring a vibrant city to life. Readers will learn what traffic signs mean, see all that goes on in big buildings, and visit a fire station. Any child who is interested in how cities work adore this extraordinary book.

• Supersized spreads feature marvelously detailed illustrations that just beg to be pored over again and again
• More than 55 interactive flaps, tabs, and more to keep kids engaged
• A captivating adventure that brings the city and the magic of books to life in young minds

"There's lots to see and do in this big city." — Kirkus Reviews

Fans of How Things Work will also enjoy the stunning details and interactive fun of The Ultimate Book of Cities.
• Great family read-aloud book
• Books for kids ages 5–8
• Books for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school children

16 pages

March 4, 2025
by Chris Parker (Author), Ella Bailey (Illustrator)

Join Sofi—an inquisitive, clumsy, brave bunny—as she starts saying YES in ten stories for children learning to look after themselves and their things in The Yes Bunny

Meet the Yes Bunny: the bunny who says no to everything . . . except for having fun! She doesn’t want to wash her bunny ears; she doesn’t want to clean her room; she only brushes her big buck teeth for a single second . . . until one day when she discovers that learning how to do things is actually quite FUN.

With a little imagination, she discovers that she can make her bunny ears into airplane wings at bath time; she can make her bed into a pirate carrot ship when she cleans her room; she can have a toothpaste foam party when she brushes her teeth . . . and more!

Kids will enjoy cheering on the Yes Bunny as she discovers how to do ten new things:

The Yes Bunny Puts On Her Winter Clothes
The Yes Bunny Makes Her Bed
The Yes Bunny Has a Bath
The Yes Bunny Waits For Her Turn to Speak
The Yes Bunny Looks After a Plant
The Yes Bunny Says Sorry and Means It
The Yes Bunny Tries New Foods
The Yes Bunny Tidies Up
The Yes Bunny Gets Ready for Bed
The Yes Bunny Shares Her Special Thing


At the end of each story are easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions that kids can use for trying each task themselves. Children will gain confidence and thrive as they gain more independence.

Charmingly illustrated by Ella Bailey, this first of its kind graphic novel is the perfect book for parents who want to help children to do basic things without the struggle . . . and for kids who need the fun put back into everyday tasks.

4 - 6 years

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