New Releases by Anna Mcquinn

Get your preschooler and kindergartener school ready with bestselling Lola as she heads to her first day of school. A comforting and cheerful picture book read that explores the school day and it''s new routine for first time students. Lola and her family prepare for the first day of school the night before, then wake up early, take pictures, and head to class. Lola puts her things in her cubby, chooses her activities, reads, plays, and has a snack. Before she knows it, it''s time to sing the good-bye song and rush into Mommy''s arms for a warm reunion! A new, sweet adventure from the Lola Reads series to help the littlest students understand just how fun school can be!

¡Ahora disponible en español! Lola, la famosa amante de los libros, vuelve a aparecer con mascota en la quinta aventura de la serie Lola lee. Su mamá le explica que un gato da mucho trabajo, entonces Lola practica cuidando a sus gatitos de juguete y leyendo muchos libros sobre gatos. Junto con su mamá, investiga sobre adoptar gatos, compra alimento y suministros, y visita un refugio de animales. Finalmente, Lola escoge a su gata y tiene la paciencia de esperar que el animalito se adapte a su nuevo hogar. Lola, la amante de los libros, y Leo, su hermano menor, disfrutan pasando juntos el tiempo en familia leyendo, haciendo actividades especiales y viviendo nuevas aventuras. Now available in Spanish! Popular, book-loving Lola returns with a pet in the fifth adventure of the Lola Reads series. Mommy says that a cat is a lot of work, so Lola practices caring for her stuffed kittens and reads lots of cat books. With Mommy, she researches pet adoption, shops for food and supplies, and visits an animal shelter. Finally, Lola chooses her cat and is patient while her new friend settles in at home.

Leo, Lola’s little brother from Leo Loves Baby Time, is back in a new adventure at the doctor''s office. When Dad takes Leo to visit the doctor, Leo learns to wait his turn, sit quietly while his eyes and ears are checked, and be brave during a shot. And of course, Leo gets a sticker and a new book before he leaves! A companion to Leo Can Swim and Leo Loves Baby Time, this adorable spin-off of best-selling Lola Reads series is perfect to prepare babies and toddlers ready for their first checkups, just like Leo.

Celebrate smiles around the world with this global singalong! Clap your hands, stomp your feet, and say, "Hello!" as kids from cultures near and far come together in this lively take on a classic song. With every verse, children explore joyful movements and expressions from around the world, all set to a toe-tapping tune. Includes an online access link to audio and video animation Inspires movement and play across languages and cultures Perfect for interactive storytime or music class

Spanish edition! Lola learns how to plant a flower garden in this simple and sweet picture book story about gardening and patience. After Lola reads a book of garden poems, she wants to plant some flowers. She gets books from the library and chooses her plants. Then Lola and her mommy buy the seeds, make the garden, and mark the rows. Lola finds it hard to wait, but at last the flowers bloom. Now it''s time for a party with her friends! The Lola Reads series celebrates family time and togetherness through reading, special activities, and new adventures.

A backyard adventure starring the heroine from Lola at the Library and Lola Loves Stories finds her planting flower seeds with her mother and carefully tending her garden while waiting for the flowers to grow.

In this Lola Reads picture book, Lola learns about caring for a pet in this simple and sweet story about welcoming a new kitty. Lola wants a cat, but Mommy says taking care of a pet is a lot of work. So Lola does her homework. At the library she finds books about cats and pet care and she and Mommy learn as much as they can. She pretends her stuffed kitty is real and practices taking care of it. When the time comes, Lola is allowed to pick out her new friend at an animal shelter. With patience and care, her kitten settles in at home. The Lola Reads series celebrates family time and togetherness through reading, special activities, and new adventures.

Leo, Lola’s little brother from Leo Loves Baby Time, is back in a new adventure at the pool. Leo loves the water! Leo and Daddy go to swim class where they kick, bounce, splash around, and dive like little fish. Joining other babies and their caretakers in the pool is a guarantee for unforgettable fun. This sweet story full of action and sound effects is a gentle introduction to pool facilities and parent-child swim lessons with a cast of diverse families who love to splash and play together. Keep an eye out for Leo''s other adventures!

In this Spanish translation of Leo Loves Baby Time, Leo loves to go to Baby Time with his mommy on Wednesdays. They sing songs. They play peekaboo. They wiggle and clap and kick their little legs. They zooooom to the moon! And, Leo''s favorite thing: playing with the animals. Then everyone shares a cuddle and a story. At Baby Time, Mommies and daddies and babies learn new skills, make new friends, and have a lot of fun. Ruth Hearson''s bright, vibrant illustrations bubble with laughter and highlight familiar activities that will delight and inspire the youngest of readers.

Readers who loved Lola at the Library, Lola Loves Stories, and Lola Reads to Leo are in for a backyard treat. After Lola reads a book of garden poems, she wants to plant some flowers. She gets books from the library and chooses her plants. Then Lola and her mommy buy the seeds, make the garden, and mark the rows. Now it?s time to wait. . . .

Lulu e seu pai gostam de ir juntos à biblioteca aos sábados. Os livros que ambos escolhem pegar emprestado serão as histórias contadas antes de dormir durante toda a semana e a cada dia Lulu, uma menina cheia de imaginação, se transformará nos principais personagens dessas aventuras. Fada princesa num dia, uma grande aventureira em outro e quem sabe, viajar com seus amigos para lugares exóticos do planeta. Um livro que celebra a verdadeira diversão que há na leitura e sobre como as crianças podem aprender brincando.

Lulu''s baby brother Zeki is heading off for his own adventure, so he''s heading off to baby club. Zeki and his friends sing familiar songs, and words and weblinks are included at the back so children can sing along with real babies as they sing the songs from the book.

On Wednesdays, Leo and his mom go to Baby Time. There he plays peek-a-boo; sings the rolly song, the happy song, and the name song; plays with animals; and meets new friends. The Baby Time activities featured in Leo Loves Baby Time will be familiar to children and parents and are presented in bright, vibrant colors that will draw the attention of the youngest readers.

Baby Club is such fun! Zeki and his friends sing, read, stretch, clap, wiggle and zoom to the moon!

A celebration of books and people who love them. A moment-by-moment account of a very young child''s visit to the local library. The charming illustrations perfectly capture the little girl''s enthusiasm for books and stories, and paint a lovely picture of her book-loving Mum. This is a perfect story to prepare young children for a library visit.

Lola can''t wait to share her love of reading with her baby brother, Leo. From potty time to nap time, Lola finds just the right book. Life is busy with a baby around, but spunky Lola helps her mom and dad out as she learns to embrace her new role as big sister.

Lola has a big smile on her face. Why? Because it''s Tuesday--and on Tuesdays, Lola and her mommy go to the library. Join Lola in this cozy celebration of books and the people who love them.

While helping with the arrival of new spring lambs on the farm, Colm comes up with a way to help a little lamb who has become separated from its mother.

Lisa is tasked with bringing Maeve, her family''s misbehaving calf, to the village show in order to compete for a prize.

Lola loves to hear Daddy read a new library book each night, an activity that spurs her imagination and results in inventive play the next day.

Lola reads story books to her new baby brother Leo, and even though Mommy and Daddy are busy, they still have time to read to Lola at bedtime.

Lola reads story books to her new baby brother Leo, and even though Mommy and Daddy are busy, they still have time to read to Lola at bedtime.

Lola loves to hear Daddy read a new library book each night, an activity that spurs her imagination and results in inventive play the next day.

When Sylvie cannot fall asleep and her mother suggests that she try counting sheep, the sheep do not cooperate.

Count five little piggies on your fingers and toes. Lift the flaps and find out what each busy little piggy is up to, whether it''s shopping, cleaning, cooking, painting-or coming back to a special surprise!

Monifa met Mei Jing on the first day of school and they''ve been best friends ever since. The girls have much in common, from their love of arts and crafts to their dream of becoming veterinarians. Monifa thinks Mei Jing''s family customs are pretty neat, too, like getting red envelopes for Chinese New Year and eating with chopsticks.

Every Tuesday Lola and her mother visit their local library to return and check out books, attend story readings, and share a special treat.