In a smart blend of cartoons and sepia-toned photos, Caldecott Honor winner Willems spins a comical tale of trouble at the laundromat. Knuffle Bunny, a beloved stuffed rabbit, accidentally gets tossed in with the wash. When little Trixie realizes what's happened to her bunny, the toddler gets creative in conveying her loss. (Ages 2 to 4)
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No child’s room is complete without a budding bookshelf, and we’re here to help you build your little one’s library with some of the best picture books ever written. From classic to contemporary reads, we’ve brought together 50 of the most unforgettable picture books of all time. Knowing that most children (or babies, even!) receive […]
Father’s Day is right around the corner. It’s a day to celebrate all fathers and father-figures. There’s a plethora of sweet and cuddly books out there that are suitable for the holiday. But this year, I’ve rounded up a list of less expected titles for your reading pleasure—and paired each with a fun activity you […]
Willems’ newest book, Sam, the Most Scaredy-cat Kid in the Whole World, is a companion to his hilarious Leonardo the Terrible Monster, and it’s on B&N bookshelves now. Mo Willems was such an incredible sport to let my kids ask him a few of the burning questions that all of us superfans have about his books, […]
Halloween is coming soon, and now is a good time to figure out what your costume is going to be. If you’re fortunate enough to have a family of good sports and you’re all going to the same place, you may as well do something coordinated. And since you’re a well-read type, why not have […]
Losing a beloved stuffed animal can be upsetting for kids. Let’s not forget about the impact on parents and the countless hours we’ve all spent looking under the bed and behind pillows. A stuffed animal that has been with your child for years is a token of childhood and a cornerstone to their comfort and […]