New Releases by Erica Silverman

A unique and artful blend of poetry, science, and activism, this picture book shows how city dwellers can intervene so that nature can work her magic. Perfect for fans of The Curious Garden and Harlem Grown. In Oslo, Norway: citizens create a honey-bee highway that stretches from one side of the city to the other, offering flowerpots, resting spots, bee boxes and beehives--even water fountains--every 800 feet. In the Bronx, New York: a community rallies to clean their river and cheers at the return of the long-lost beaver population. In Busselton, Australia: people make a rope bridge that swings high above speeding cars, creating a safe path for tree-hopping possums and squirrels alike. Through a mix of lyrical poems, real-life success stories, and bouquet-bright artwork, City Sings explores the environmental impact of humans and showcases the many ways that we can re-wild cities across the globe. Together, we can welcome nature back!

In this heartwarming picture book, a big sister realizes that her little sister, Jackie, doesn''t like dresses or fairies-she likes ties and bugs! Will she and her family be able to accept that Jackie identifies more as "Jack"? Susan thinks her little sister Jackie has the best giggle! She can''t wait for Jackie to get older so they can do all sorts of things like play forest fairies and be explorers together. But as Jackie grows, she doesn''t want to play those games. She wants to play with mud and be a super bug! Jackie also doesn''t like dresses or her long hair, and she would rather be called Jack. Readers will love this sweet story about change and acceptance. This book is published in partnership with GLAAD to accelerate LGBTQ inclusivity and acceptance.

Knock! Knock! Who''s there? It''s Cocoa the horse at Cowgirl Kate''s door in another "favorite stories" edition for Green Light Readers Level 2 from the Geisel Honor-winning team of Erica Silverman and Betsy Lewin. Knock! Knock! Horses belong in barns, right? Not Cocoa. He nudges his way into Cowgirl Kate''s house and decides he''d rather live there than his barn! What''s a cowgirl to do? Beginning and newly independent readers will quickly giggle their way to the happy ending in this Green Light Reader edition. Lovable characters, short sentences, and simple dialogue encourage repeat readings.

Splish-splash, buckaroos! Stormy weather can''t stop best friends Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa from having a good time in these two easy-to-read stories about prancing in the rain and chasing rainbows. With short sentences, simple dialogue, and delightful illustrations by the Caldecott Honor winner Betsy Lewin, this book is perfect for beginning readers, rain or shine!

It''s springtime on the ranch. Cowgirl Kate is excited about the arrival of all the baby animals: a newborn calf, a frisky puppy, and a nest of little barn owls. Her best friend Cocoa the horse is not so excited. Babies are a lot of work! But they are also sweet, as Cocoa and beginning readers will discover in this delightful addition to Green Light Readers. Short sentences and simple dialogue keep newly independent readers engaged and confident.

Rat-a-tat-tat! Dum-da-da-dum! Sis-boom-ba! Little Lana wants to have a parade with her family. But it''s raining and Mama, Papa, Ray, and Jay don’t want to get wet. Of course, the pitter-pitter-pat of the rain isn’t enough to dampen Lana’s imaginative spirit or plans! She knows how to create a parade all by herself, a parade so fun that her family will soon be marching right along. Welcome to Lana’s World!

Welcome to Lana''s World, where a highly imaginative girl reels her loving but "too busy" family into an afternoon of pretend-play and side-by-side togetherness.

A rainy day parade with your family is the best parade of all in Lana''s World, new series from author Erica Silverman and Green Light Readers.

Portrays the life of the American poet who wrote the poem inscribed on the Statue of Liberty.

There once was a lass with hair like a nest who walked out in her sleep on the morn of Mayfest. And what happens to this lass? She is pursued by a dove, and then a huntsman who fixes on the dove, a mouse who frightens the huntsman, a cat who chases the mouse, and so on—until an entire village is caught up in a spontaneous Mayday parade! Written in a delightfully catchy rhyme, this story is a treat to read aloud. Onlookers will love following the merry band of unforgettable characters that grows larger and more ridiculous with every turn of the page.

Rachel’s twirling streamers Daddy blows up blue balloons Mommy sizzles latkes as she hums a Hanukkah tune. It''s Hanukkah! It''s a time to celebrate family and enjoy festive traditions. As Rachel and her parents prepare the house, grandparents, cousins, and friends travel from near and far to sing and tell stories. Together, they will light candles, play games, and eat scrumptuous holiday foods... and, of course, dance the Hanukkah Hop. The stamping, the hopping, and the bim-bim-bopping is sure to go on all night! Erica Silverman''s lively, rollicking text is sure to inspire every member of the family in celebrating the Festival of Lights!

Emma Lazarus overcame the barriers of her day to become one of the leading poets of the nineteenth century. She used her celebrity to help the poor and impoverished immigrants of Eastern Europe. When the statue Liberty Enlightening the World came to the United States as a gift from France, it was Emma''s poem "The New Colossus" that became forever connected with this American icon. Emma''s words have served as a rallying call to generations of immigrants. In breathtaking color, veteran artist Stacey Schuett brings life to Erica Silverman''s story of one of the great women of America.

Cocoa the horse does not want Cowgirl Kate to go to school without him.

This volume includes two easy-to-read Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa stories.

Don''t Fidget a Feather

Describes some events in the life of Sholem Aleichem, the Yiddish author who wrote stories about Jewish life in nineteenth-century Russia.

Chickens go on strike against being used for the New Year custom in which thevillagers swing a live chicken over their heads to erase their bad deeds. Thewise chickens soon teach the foolish villagers a lesson. Full color. 9x 11.

A boy guides his younger brother through a game of follow the leader--until the little one insists on reversing roles.

A Jewish version of the Cinderella story, in which a poor but educated young women captivates her "Prince Charming" a rabbi''s son, at a Purim ball.

Their contest to decide who is the champion of champions almost has disastrous consequences for Gander and Duck.

A collection of children''s books on the subject of fables, folk and fairy tales.

In turn-of-the-century New York, a stray cat appears at Mrs. Peachtree''s Eighth Avenue Tea Shop and becomes attached to the owner, despite her best attempts to resist it.

Surrounded by the desert animals that live near her home, Lisa searches for the crack of dawn so that she can fix it.

Once there was a witch who longed for pumpkin pie. Unfortunately, the pumpkin she had grown from a seed became so big she simply couldn''t get it off the vine. Although "she pulled and she tugged and she pulled...that pumpkin just sat." Along came a ghost. "I am bigger than you and stronger, too," said he. "Let me try." Well, the witch wanted that whole pumpkin for herself. But she needed help -- Halloween was just hours away... With the rhythm and repetition that children love, Erica Silverman tells a rollicking story about a witch who, through her encounter with a ghost and other spooky creatures, discovers both the value of cooperating and the joy of sharing. S.D. Schindler brings this captivating crew to life in spirited paintings that are as warm as they are funny.

A cozy visit with her friend Rabbit, featuring a soft flannel nightie and hot carrot soup, convinces a skeptical Badger that you really can be warm in winter.