"Poetry and expository text give readers an A-to-Z guide on how to prepare for outdoor hiking adventures. Topics include information on gear, clothing, and safety rules, along with recommended trails to travel. Front and back matter includes information on trail symbols and instructions on how to read a compass"--

"Determined to go down the super slide at the community pool, Cool Bean must summon up his courage and face his fears to do something totally cool."--

"The Go Green! series gives young ones an early introduction to eco awareness, and in this interactive board book, they can learn how we make green energy from sunshine, wind, and water"--

"Mommy, daddy, sister, and even kitty are sleeping in, but our little toddler is about to change that with a pat, knock, clap, and bang! This energetic, rhythmic board book invites the reader to join in on the fun of waking everyone up to play"--

"A quiet child in a boisterous family, Emma Wen dreams of a world that is peaceful and silent. When she reads about the blue whale--with a heart so big her father could stand in it--she has an idea. She fashions a boat out of household objects and sails from her bedroom into the mouth of a whale, where she settles in happily. Emma has finally found her peace and quiet. That is until another child, Owen Tang, arrives inside the whale and is loud,...

"Ju-Girl's favorite days are the ones spent with Granddad in his garage, fixing cars and hearing stories about his old blue pickup. Granddad used to drive the blue pickup all over the island, bringing happiness to many. And now it just sits in the driveway. One day, Ju-Girl asks Granddad if he'd ever fix it, and he's unsure at first. But the pair soon finds out just what it takes to restore the memory of the blue pickup and to create new stories along...

"Penelope Rex gets a saber-toothed tiger for her first pet, but find 'Mittens' a lot to handle."--

"When Abuela comes to visit from Peru, she brings a suitcase full of treasures and her granddaughter learns that home is not just a place, but the love between family no matter the distance"--

"A group of children tries to trap the Mamasaurus, a one-of-a-kind creature whose love, kindness, and awesomeness have no limits."--

A little girl's deep love for poutine becomes a cherished tradition in her shared birthday celebrations with her father, and this year family members from across Canada add their own regional variations to the beloved dish. Back matter includes information about poutine and a recipe.