New Releases by Linda Bailey

Chicken Run meets Tiny T. Rex in this funny farmyard tale of a feisty chicken who is sure she is a dinosaur! Includes a die-cut cover — and back matter about how chickens (and all other birds) are the living descendants of dinosaurs! Lena lives in a chicken coop, and she looks a lot like a chicken. But deep down, she’s convinced that she’s a . . . DINOSAUR! She can feel it in her bones. Lena just doesn’t understand the scaredy chickens in her family, and they don''t understand her either, with her ferociousness and big ideas. The people on the farm are also baffled . . . except for little Madeline, who thinks Lena has PERSONALITY. And then, when a dastardly weasel turns up and threatens the coop, Lena''s fearful family chickens out AGAIN. It''s up to Lena to unleash her inner dinosaur like never before — to save the coop and show this silly bunch of chickens how to stand up for themselves. And when Madeline''s science fair project shows that chickens are the closest living relatives in the world to dinosaurs, Lena’s family finally starts to see that — holy hen house! — they are all dinosaurs too!

Experience the Delight of Feeding Young Ones! Discover Their Unique Ways of Dining, Nourishing Pets, and Adding a Food Art Touch to Your Rooms. A Joyful Journey for Parents and Grandparents! Please Don''t Sneeze With a Mouthful of Cheese is a beautifully composed narrative that draws upon the author''s personal experiences in feeding the little ones in her life. It wonderfully encapsulates the pure joy and occasional chaos that comes with this everyday task. The author, through rhythmically rhymed verses, paints a vivid picture of the quirky and unique ways children eat, often leading to amusing and unexpected consequences. This book is not just about the act of feeding; it extends beyond the dining table, venturing into the realm of how children interact with their pets during meal times. It showcases the adorable bond between children and their furry friends, highlighting the innocence and purity of these relationships. Yet, the narrative doesn''t stop there. It further explores the ingenious methods employed by children to redecorate their rooms with food stains. Each child brings to life their own individual techniques, creating a kaleidoscope of unexpected decor and design. This book manages to find humor and joy in what could otherwise be considered a messy situation. Please Don''t Sneeze With a Mouthful of Cheese is more than just a book; it is a heartwarming journey that will resonate with many adults who have experienced the joy, love, and occasional mayhem that comes with feeding children. It''s a celebration of the unpredictability and charm of children, and the lasting memories they create through the simple act of eating. We invite you to delve into this delightful narrative, to reminisce, and to find joy in the shared experiences of feeding young ones. Please Don''t Sneeze With a Mouthful of Cheese is a testament to the small, everyday moments that make life truly beautiful.

A young boy''s disappointing birthday party gets turned upside down with a blast from the prehistoric past in this hilarious, dino-mite picture book adventure. Jake loves dinosaurs, so with his birthday coming up, he knows just what kind of party he wants — a dinosaur sleepover! Dino games, dino balloons, dino cake. Dino everything! But when the big day arrives, his friends all come down with the flu, and the party seems to be on the edge of extinction. Then, in the middle of the night, Jake hears a strange noise and goes to investigate. To his surprise, he finds some prehistoric party guests right there in his living room! They''ve invited themselves in to make sure Jake has a birthday he''ll never forget —just don''t tell the T-Rex! An unforgettable birthday tale with huge laughs and heart, this newest picture book from acclaimed author Linda Bailey celebrates friendship, inclusion and fun – and is brought to life with magnificent, cinematic artwork from award-winning animation director and illustrator Joe Bluhm.

Madisonville, Florida, best known for its beautiful lake and surrounding historic houses and buildings, had always been a peaceful place to live. Suddenly, the town is rocked by a series of unexpected murders. All of the townspeople are trying to solve the mystery of who is committing these murders. David King, who goes by the name of "Doc," and his team, known as the Three Musketeers, work side by side to find the answer to who is the Lily Killer. Can you solve the mystery before they do?

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

The Squirrels in an Old Lady''s Garden is a delightful third installment in the Old Lady''s Garden Series. This charming tale brings to life Grandma''s garden, a playground for uniquely named squirrels. Their amusing escapades, from scuba diving to soccer, are vividly portrayed through rhyming verses and vibrant illustrations. This book is more than a story; it''s an invitation to a world where fun, imagination, and nature blend seamlessly, offering simple joys and adventures on every page.

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Unlock your artistic potential with this coloring book

Discover the Magic of Friendship in Grandma''s Garden. Dive into a World Where Ladybugs Celebrate Life''s Simple Pleasures! Dive into the enchanting world of The Ladybugs in an Old Lady''s Garden! Every corner of Grandma''s garden is bursting with life, but the most delightful of all are the lively ladybugs who''ve made it their home. Each with a unique name and a penchant for fun, these little critters are not your everyday garden inhabitants. Join them as they host splendid tea parties, embark on thrilling bike rides, lose themselves in enthralling books, and revel in the beauty of the garden. But what truly makes their days special are the moments they share with Grandma''s grandchildren, playful dogs, and other whimsical animals. It''s not just a garden-it''s a haven of happiness and togetherness. As seasons change and flowers bloom, the message remains clear: there''s unparalleled joy in spending time with loved ones in nature''s embrace. Linda Bailey''s delightful tale reminds young readers of the warmth of family, the excitement of adventure, and the simple joys of life.

A single mitten is excluded by a matching pair in this endearing picture book about friendship, belonging and the pressure to "match." For fans of The Day the Crayons Quit. Dotty and Other Dotty are a matching set of mittens. When another mitten, Stripes, loses her partner and becomes a single mitten, they don''t feel the need to include her. She doesn''t "match" them, so she is banished to the dark, lonely pocket of the Little Girl who owns them. Before long, however, Dotty loses her partner, and now she doesn''t match the reunited pair of Stripes and Other Stripes, who in turn banish her to the pocket. "YOU don''t match!" they tell her. When the Little Girl, who has been listening to their conversations, weighs in with a huge question ("Why do you have to match?"), the mittens are shocked. Then comes their realization that "matching" often means leaving someone out. This prompts the Little Girl to break a fundamental rule of fashion so that individual mittens (and maybe even socks! or shoes!) can be themselves — and everyone can belong. A warm and fuzzy story with lots of laughs, this latest picture book from Linda Bailey explores what it feels like to be excluded and included and celebrates one-of-a-kindness!

Grandma''s garden is buzzing...and it isn''t just from her grandchildren. From morning to night, busy honeybees happily toil away to make honey for their hive. But their work doesn''t stop there. Join the hustle and bustle of pollination and discover how a honeybee''s work is never really done. Featuring colorful illustrations, The Bees in an Old Lady''s Garden offers children a better understanding of the vital role a honeybee plays in sustaining the planet while fostering a curiosity and love for nature.

A hilarious picture book featuring a dog-loving kingdom and the most fabulous, far-out fairy DOGmother ever! Here is a Cinderella story like no other. When Cinderella wishes for a fairy godmother, she’s not expecting one that barks! And this fairy dogmother has a different agenda. Yes, Cinderella will have a new dress, but made of a cozy dog blanket. Yes, they will go to the ball, but they will run there and chase squirrels along the way. There’s nothing like a canine companion to get a girl out of the house and her mind off her troubles! Yes, indeed, dogs do make everything better—and are a reminder that you don’t need “happily ever after” when you have the joy of now. Readers will get a kick out of this retelling with its lovable cast of characters and refreshing ending.

The adventures of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of the legendary Sherlock Holmes, come to life in this inspiring picture book biography. What if you wrote a story about a detective, and he became the most famous detective ever? Wouldn’t that be wonderful? Or . . . would it? Arthur has always loved stories. Even as he grew up poor, endured hardships at school and experienced danger on the high seas, Arthur was always thrilled and inspired by stories. Eventually, he writes his own, and after many years of struggle as a writer, he finally finds success with a series of mystery stories starring his genius detective, Sherlock Holmes. But is it possible for a character to become too successful? Too popular? And if that happens to Arthur, will he really throw his greatest literary creation . . . over a cliff?! From the author of Mary Who Wrote Frankenstein comes a riveting and humorous picture book about the incredible life of Arthur Conan Doyle: doctor, adventurer, tireless campaigner for justice . . . and creator of the world’s most famous detective!