Most Popular Books by Pete Oswald

Pete Oswald, the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator and father of three sons unravels the confusing emotions inside boys today against the backdrop of a day at the beach. When two older brothers tease their younger brother, overwhelming feelings surface, along with the urge to push them away. Highlighted with a rainbow of vibrant colors, this important book shows how the turbulent emotions we experience can be managed by naming and understanding them. Based on real life experience, this story about three brothers offers insight and wisdom that all kids --and grown-ups-- will take to heart. Pete Oswald is best knows as the NYT #1 bestselling illustrator of The Good Egg as the other books in that series. He is also the illustrator of Attack of the Underwear Dragon, Return of the Underwear Dragon, and Blue Bison Needs a Haircut. Hike, his first solo picture book author/illustrator debut, and it received five starred reviews and demonstrated Pete’s ability to capture important family moments. Similarly, The Noise Inside Boys is Pete''s return to social emotional learning books.

Take to the trails for a celebration of nature — and a day spent with dad. In the cool and quiet early light of morning, a father and child wake up. Today they’re going on a hike. Follow the duo into the mountains as they witness the magic of the wilderness, overcome challenges, and play a small role in the survival of the forest. By the time they return home, they feel alive — and closer than ever — as they document their hike and take their place in family history. In detail-rich panels and textured panoramas, Pete Oswald perfectly paces this nearly wordless adventure, allowing readers to pause for subtle wonders and marvel at the views. A touching tribute to the bond between father and child, with resonant themes for Earth Day, Hike is a breath of fresh air.

A #1 New York Times bestseller! An Amazon Best Books of the Year 2019 selection! From the bestselling creators of The Bad Seed, a timely story about not having to be Grade A perfect! Meet the good egg. He''s a verrrrrry good egg indeed. But trying to be so good is hard when everyone else is plain ol'' rotten. As the other eggs in the dozen behave badly, the good egg starts to crack from all the pressure of feeling like he has to be perfect. So, he decides enough is enough! It''s time for him to make a change... Dynamic duo Jory John and Pete Oswald hatch a funny and charming story that reminds us of the importance of balance, self-care, and accepting those we love (even if they are sometimes a bit rotten). Perfect for reading aloud and shared story time!

From The Bad Seed illustrator, Pete Oswald, and Emmy Award-winning artist Justin K. Thompson comes a hilarious story about a migrating flamingo who crash-lands in Siberia and has no clue who or where he is… Is it a golf club? Is it a garden gnome? No. It''s Mingo the flamingo! From author-illustrator team Pete Oswald and Justin K. Thompson comes a hilarious picture book about a flamingo named Mingo who is ready to fly but gets lost from the rest of the flock during a terrible storm. To make matters worse, when he crashes, he completely forgets who he is and where he belongs. With the help and training from some new friends, he must find the strength to make it back home and reunite with his family. Mingo the Flamingo’s dynamic and artistic style and black-and-white illustrations will be sure to please fans of Hello, My Name is Octicorn by Kevin Diller, The Blobfish Book by Jessica Olien, and other strange and wonderful creatures.

Voici une mauvaise graine. Une trèèèèèèèès mauvaise graine. Mais mauvaise à quel point ? Elle a mauvais caractère, de mauvaises manières et une mauvaise attitude. Pire encore. elle ne se lave jamais les mains... ni les pieds. Mais que se passe-t-il quand une graine change d’avis et décide qu’elle voudrait être... heureuse ? Est-ce qu''une mauvaise graine peut vraiment changer ses trèèèèèèèès mauvaise habitudes ?

J''ai toujours été un oeuf parfait. Tu dois te demander à quel point un oeuf peut être parfait ? Eh bien... Je peux arroser tes plantes. Je peux réparer ta voiture. Et je peux même repeindre ta maison. Si tu as besoin de quoi que ce soit, je suis l''oeuf de la situation. Oui, je suis un oeuf vraaaaaiment parfait. Mais que se passe-t-il quand le parfait devient tout à coup... imparfait ?

See below for English description. L''amour entre un père et son fils est incomparable! Dans cet album sans texte, un père et son fils partent faire une randonnée en montagne afin de renforcer leur lien. Le père est là pour tenir la main de son fils, pour lui mettre son casque et bien sûr pour apprécier la vue avec lui. Le duo perpétue même une tradition familiale qui soude leur complicité à jamais. Pourrez-vous deviner laquelle? Cet album résolument optimiste de l''illustrateur Pete Oswald, classé au palmarès du New York Times, souligne le lien spécial qui existe entre un père et son fils. Mon papa et moi constitue le cadeau parfait pour la fête des Pères, ou pour n''importe quel autre jour! Nothing compares to the love shared by a father and son. When a father and his son go on a hiking adventure in the mountains, their bond grows even stronger! Dad is there to hold hands, help put on a helmet, and to enjoy the beautiful views with his child. They even continue a family tradition that solidifies their special relationship. Can you guess what it is? This feel-good, wordless picture book by New York Times bestselling illustrator Pete Oswald, highlights the special bond that exists between fathers and sons. Mon papa et moi makes the perfect gift for Father''s Day, or any day! Original title: HIKE

A New York Times bestseller! Amazon Prime''s Most Read Title of 2019! An Amazon Best Children''s Book of the Month from the New York Times bestselling author of the Goodnight Already! series This is a book about a bad seed. A baaaaaaaaaad seed. How bad Do you really want to know He has a bad temper, bad manners, and a bad attitude. He''s been bad since he can remember! This seed cuts in line every time, stares at everybody and never listens. But what happens when one mischievous little seed changes his mind about himself, and decides that he wants to be--happy With Jory John''s charming and endearing text and bold expressive illustrations by Pete Oswald, here is The Bad Seed: a funny yet touching tale that reminds us of the remarkably transformative power of will, acceptance, and just being you. Perfect for readers young and old, The Bad Seed proves that positive change is possible for each and every one of us.

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! The "too-cool-for-school" third picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of The Bad Seed and The Good Egg, Jory John and Pete Oswald Everyone knows the cool beans. They''re sooooo cool. And then there''s the uncool has-bean . . . Always on the sidelines, one bean unsuccessfully tries everything he can to fit in with the crowd--until one day the cool beans show him how it''s done. With equal measures of humor, wit, and charm, the #1 New York Times bestselling duo Jory John and Pete Oswald craft another incredible picture book, reminding us that it''s cooler to be kind. Check out John and Oswald''s other books for children: The Bad Seed The Good Egg That''s What Dinosaurs Do