New Releases by Julie Merberg

How do you raise a mensch? From respecting parents and grandparents to feeding the hungry and repairing the world (tikkun olam), the mitzvahs illustrated on each page will resonate with the littlest people of the book. This simple, fun, and meaningful introduction to the dos and don’ts of Jewish life is perfect for the newest citizens of the world and the grownups who love them.

Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Bumblebee and all of their Super Hero friends introduce important concepts in eight adorable board books in a stunning, sturdy slipcase. From letters, colors and shapes and opposites, to superpowers, kindness, and diversity, beloved Super Heroes impart powerful lessons for the littlest super hero fans. The 20-page books are down-sized to feel good in small hands. Gorgeous, classic DC art includes a diverse range of characters. In addition to learning early first words and concepts, babies, toddlers, and preschoolers will get a solid introduction to the universe of amazing superpowers, colorful capes, fun sidekicks, cool tools, and other crucial facts about superhero life.

Fifty biographies of groundbreaking, outspoken, odds-defying Jewish women serve as inspiration and roadmap for the next generation.

From Einstein and the Marx Brothers to Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Barbra Streisand, this thoroughly engaging board book will give the youngest members of the tribe lots of reasons to be proud of their heritage. Fun illustrations and entertaining, rhyming text provide an overview of some of the most influential, iconic Jews in recent history, providing context on how each made their mark. Parents, grandparents, and their little ones will enjoy this look at the Jewish impact on the fields of entertainment, literature, musical theater—and even super heroes!

DC super heroes come from all over the universe! They look different, think differently, and have unique talents. Working together makes them stronger. Superman and Supergirl come from the planet Krypton, and they can fly. Aqualad and Aquaman can breathe underwater. Beast Boy is green and Starfire is orange. And Cyborg has robotic body parts. All of DC''s super heroes have special talents, and each one is valued for the things that make them different! The ways in which they support one another and do great things together will inspire the littlest super hero fans and citizens of the world.

Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern and more of DC''s beloved super heroes illustrate the importance of kindness. Batman shares his cool tools with Robin. Wonder Woman teaches Wonder Girl how to use a magic lasso. Aquaman cares for the creatures in the sea. Green Lantern will rush off to help any member of the Corps who is in trouble. All of the super heroes look out for people who aren''t as strong as they are! In doing so, they show that greatness comes from giving to others.

Jewish-themed concept board book

Little ones who love to say "No!" can chime in while they learn about iconic activists from Frederick Douglass and Alice Paul to Martin Luther King Jr. and Malala. Each spread introduces an iconic figure—such as Gloria Steinem or Cesar Chavez—along with a super simple summary of the actions they took to change the course of history. Activists of all ages will learn about the abolitionist movement, civil rights, women''s rights, and more! Detailed, colorful art will thoroughly engage toddlers and preschoolers. And the chance to join the refrain on every spread "NO, NO!" is sure to please the tiniest protestors. (A mini history of protest movements at the end of the books is a handy cheat sheet for parents!)

Feminism begins at home—and My First Book of Feminism (for Boys) is where it begins! Simple illustrations paired with engaging, rhyming text make the compelling, age appropriate argument that girls and boys are equal, plain and simple. Humorous, familiar scenarios are treated as teachable moments for very young boys (ages 0-3) who will ideally grow up without ever questioning women''s equality. From "no means no," to "women''s rights are human rights," important, grownup ideas are made clear and fun for young, impressionable minds. This is the book every mom should read to her son!

This irresistible board book gives little ones (ages 0–3) an alphabetical introduction to Judaism—the delicious foods, meaningful rituals, lively holidays, expressive language, and more. Hip illustrations accompany snappy, rhyming text in a fun, fabulous package that is a must-have for any Jewish baby''s nursery. This tiny tome covers quintessential foods such as bagels and brisket, rituals and holidays including Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, Shabbat, and Hanukkah, as well as important cultural references (F is for Fiddler on the Roof!) with a little Yiddish thrown in. Parents and grandparents will love sharing every concise, funny entry with the little ones in their lives.

This whimsically illustrated board book offers a delightful A-to-Z overview of modern design icons for the toddler set. Parents who appreciate architecture and modern design will get a kick out of sharing their passion with little ones. From Frank Lloyd Wright''s Fallingwater to Knoll furniture to Noguchi sculptures, Baby''s First Eames makes timeless structures and styles fun and accessible for aesthetes of all ages.

The Big Book of Wonder Woman is an action-packed, beautifully illustrated tribute to the iconic super hero. Wonder Woman has been the most popular female super hero for more than 75 years! Smart, powerful, and kind, she is also an excellent role model for young girls. This book gives young fans (ages 4 and up) a detailed introduction to the Amazon princess--from her origin story and her extraordinary superpowers to her Justice League friends, her enemies, and her most impressive feats. Illustrated with classic DC comic book art, and packaged in a fabulous foil cover, this is a special addition to every super hero bookshelf.

The unique TURN THE KEY package (with a working key and locks on every page) makes opening the doors every bit as fun as learning about farm animals. This chunky book comes with an actual key that little ones about 9 months old and up can use to unlock doors to different buildings around the farm. Behind each door, they will discover adorable animals and other images of life on a farm. Grasping and manipulating the attached key builds fine motor coordination, as children get a lively tour of a working farm--from a pig pen to a chicken coop to a big red barn, and more. Beautiful photos are accompanied by simple rhyming text. Kids enjoy unlocking the sturdy doors so much they will want to read this book again and again.

This chunky book comes with an actual key that little ones about 9 months old and up can use to unlock doors to different types of homes around the world. Behind each door, they will see how children live and play in faraway places. Grasping and manipulating the attached key builds fine motor coordination, as children get a colorful glimpse of family life in other corners of the world—from a nomadic home in Siberia to a bamboo house raised up on stilts in Bangladesh to a houseboat in the Netherlands. Vivid photos illustrate these distant places, and simple, lively text offers interesting details (and new vocabulary!) about everyday life. Kids enjoy unlocking the sturdy doors so much they will want to read this book again and again.

Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and their friends illustrate how super heroes--and regular people--get from place to place! This latest addition to Downtown Bookworks'' bestselling DC Super Heroes concept board book series uses DC''s classic art and beloved characters to illustrate modes of transportation. Whether they''re flying on their own, or in an Invisible Jet, running faster than the speed of sound, or zipping around in a Batmobile, super heroes make getting around both fast and fun!

DC''s awesome super heroes are terrific role models for young girls. This colorful picture book, illustrated with DC Comics classic art, details the inspiring qualities that make Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Supergirl and their friends so powerful. Wonder Woman knows the importance of telling the truth. Bat Girl reads a lot and has impressive technical skills. Supergirl is the only girl to survive from the planet Krypton. Black Canary persuades people to do things with the power of her voice. Illustrated with cool, classic DC art, this fun, colorful book shows how these and other amazing female super heroes use their powers to make the world a safer place. Young readers will also enjoy learning the characters'' compelling origin stories. Girls will see that being different, overcoming fears, exploring new places--and banding together with other strong women--can be pretty powerful.

Little fashionistas will love touching different textures and discovering what''s inside this collection of fabulous pint-sized purses. The little girl who won''t leave home without a headband--who''s had fashion sense since she donned her first onesie--will love touching and turning the pages of MY FAVORITE PURSE. From a fuzzy bunny backpack to a sparkly wristlet to a crocodile tote, every purse features an inter-active element to engage growing minds. Cool textures, flaps, and rhyming text will entertain accessories fans of all ages. This is the perfect companion to MY FAVORITE SHOES!

A celebration of girl power for budding super heroines featuring beloved DC characters from Wonder Woman to Batgirl. Exploring attributes from physical strength to intuition, this introduction to DC''s super heroines is also a catalog of role models for little girls. From Wonder Woman''s ability to find the truth to Black Canary''s powerful voice to Batgirl''s keen mind, readers will find much to admire. Cool, classic art makes for a fun, colorful package.

A must-have for the littlest shoe lovers! This sparkly, tactile, totally fabulous book is for all of the little girls--(even those who have barely begun to walk!)--who can''t get enough of new, beautiful shoes. Along with their shoe-loving moms, they will adore the gorgeous pictures and textures--of leopard print flats, strappy gold sandals, warm furry boots, and more! Every fashionable page features a little something extra.

Six doors can be unlocked (with a real key!) to reveal fanciful cakes at the bakery, colorful toys at the toy store, and more hidden treasures. In addition to enhancing fine motor skills, the book teaches vocabulary, colors, and counting—in the most delightful way. SIX DOORS CAN be unlocked (with a real key!) to reveal fanciful cakes at the bakery, colorful toys at the toy store, and more hidden treasures. In addition to enhancing fine motor skills, the book teaches vocabulary, colors, and counting—in the most delightful way. This follow-up to the successful Turn the Key, also a collaboration between Julie Merberg and Lucinda McQueen, offers more fun for tiny fingers and curious minds.

Kids'' favorite animals as featured in fine art make for a kid-pleasing, parent-pleasing concept book. With Art from the Start books, even the youngest of readers can appreciate what fine art has to offer. In Animals in Art, wildlife abounds! From Renoir’s beloved pets to Degas’ majestic horses and Rousseau’s fanciful monkeys, the ten beautiful animal paintings in this book will thoroughly engage babies and toddlers. Spare, rhyming text and famous paintings make reading this book (again and again) a pleasure for grownups as well!

A fun (inexpensive!) picture book for the un-fancy Nancy’s. Shelby likes to play sports in her favorite red sneakers. She likes to dig for worms with her best friend, Nate. She does not want to have tea parties with her next door neighbor, Sophie. And when she is asked to be a flower girl in her aunt’s wedding, she knows one thing for sure: SHE IS SO NOT WEARING A DRESS! A spunky heroine, adorable illos, and a totally charming story will appeal to the many, many girls who prefer baseball caps to tiaras.

Set against the backdrop of well-known works by the artist Paul Gauguin, rhyming text reveals the way of life in a South Seas island village.

Set against the backdrop of well-known works by the artist Henri Rousseau, rhyming text reveals a dream of the jungle and its inhabitants.

From the best-selling Mini Masters series The perfect art books to share with toddlers and kids to start an early appreciation of famous artists. An introduction to art history specifically designed for young children: The Mini Masters Boxed Set pairs art by a master with simple and rhythmic text that will enchant your child. Packed in a colorful box, the set of four beautiful board books include Dancing with Degas, A Picnic with Monet, A Magical Day with Matisse, and In the Garden with Van Gogh. The perfect books for toddlers and young kids to start learning about and appreciating masterful works of art Ideal for family reading and introducing toddlers to art Created by Suzanne Bober and Julie Merberg, the co-authors of the successful Mini Masters series: A Magical Day with Matisse, A Picnic with Monet, Dancing with Degas, Dreaming with Rousseau, In the Garden with Van Gogh, On an Island with Gauguin, Painting with Picasso, Quiet Time with Cassatt, Sharing with Renoir, and Sunday with Seurat. If you and your child liked the New York Times bestseller, They All Saw a Cat, you will love the Mini Masters Boxed Set. The perfect art books to share with toddlers and kids to start an early appreciation of famous artists. Kids will love the beautiful, colorful paintings and simple stories written in rhythmic text Perfect for quiet family reading time Board books for kids ages 1-4 Children''s books for toddlers and preschoolers

Two new board books in this very successful series feature beautiful paintings by Renoir and Seurat. The rhyming text links the paintings together in two imaginative stories. Sharing with Renoir celebrates the special times between parents and children, siblings and friends. Sunday with Seurat leads children through a wonderful day that begins at the park, moves to the beach and ends at the circus.

Two new board books in this very successful series feature beautiful paintings by Renoir and Seurat. The rhyming text links the paintings together in two imaginative stories. Sharing with Renoir celebrates the special times between parents and children, siblings and friends. Sunday with Seurat leads children through a wonderful day that begins at the park, moves to the beach and ends at the circus.