New Releases by Robert Munsch

Beloved Robert Munsch stories with text adapted for beginner readers, including a note from the author, reading tips, and reading activities. It is Olivia’s birthday, and when she blows out the candles on her cake and makes a wish, she gets exactly what she wanted—which might be a problem. This high-interest and imaginative story is easily relatable for all kids, and encourages them to explore all the possibilities of what birthday wishes might bring, whether they come true or not!

Beloved Robert Munsch stories with text adapted for beginner readers, including a note from the author, reading tips, and reading activities. None of the kids in her class wear a ponytail, so Stephanie decides she must have one. But when everyone copies her ponytail, she resolves to try a new style. This high-interest and fun story, with its important themes about self-expression, self-esteem, and individuality, is easily relatable for all kids.

Beloved Robert Munsch stories with text adapted for beginner readers, including a note from the author, reading tips, and reading activities. Tyya is grocery shopping with her dad, but he''s not letting her pick any of the good stuff like cookies, ice cream, or candies. When she holds still and is mistaken for the best, most lifelike doll in the supermarket, an argument at the till leads her dad to buy something good after all. This high -interest and fun story is easily relatable for all kids: the battle to buy something fun at the grocery store with your parents is an experience shared by most kids!

Beloved Robert Munsch stories with text adapted for beginner readers, including a note from the author, reading tips, and reading activities. Brigid really, really loves markers. She convinces her mom to buy a new set of 500 washable coloring markers, then 500 coloring markers that smell, then 500 super-indelible-never-come-off-till-you’re-dead-and-maybe-even-later coloring markers. Which markers do you think she uses when she colors on herself? This high-interest and fun story is easily relatable for all kids: it’s rare kids get to use permanent markers!

Hijinks and silliness abound during a class trip to the museum in this latest story by Canada''s best-loved and bestselling picture book duo, Robert Munsch and Michael Martchenko. Stephanie and Sean''s class goes on a trip to the museum, where they get to watch baby chickens hatching. That gets them wondering what might be hatching out of the bigger eggs nearby. Then they ask the museum guide to show them the biggest egg in the museum. When they find it, they see that whatever was inside has already hatched, so the kids decide to have a little fun and hatch a scheme to prank the rest of the class.

Classic stories from Robert Munsch in an early reader format kids will love! Text has been adapted from the originals so beginner readers can proudly say “I read this myself!” Colorful and fun, Robert Munsch’s zany stories and Michael Martchenko’s illustrations will grab kids’ attention and keep them interested as they practice their reading skills. Munsch Early Readers are packed with extras, including phonics introduction and activity, getting ready to read activities, comprehension activities, reading tips for kids, and an inspirational note to kids from Robert Munsch. "Readers RULE!"

Classic stories from Robert Munsch in an early reader format kids will love! Text has been adapted from the originals so beginner readers can proudly say “I read this myself!” Colorful and fun, Robert Munsch’s zany stories and Michael Martchenko’s illustrations will grab kids’ attention and keep them interested as they practice their reading skills. Munsch Early Readers are packed with extras, including phonics introduction and activity, getting ready to read activities, comprehension activities, reading tips for kids, and an inspirational note to kids from Robert Munsch. "Readers RULE!"

Get more! Munsch More! This oversize volume contains six hilarious stories! Six fabulous stories by Robert Munsch: Alligator Baby; Andrew''s Loose Tooth; Get Out of Bed; Mmm, Cookies!; Ribbon Rescue; and Deep Snow, are gathered in an oversized hardcover gift edition at an amazing price. Also included is bonus material that tell how the stories came to be, and information about Robert Munsch and all the illustrators of the stories.

Classic stories from Robert Munsch in an early reader format kids will love! Text has been adapted from the originals so beginner readers can proudly say “I read this myself!” Colorful and fun, Robert Munsch’s zany stories and Michael Martchenko’s illustrations will grab kids’ attention and keep them interested as they practice their reading skills. Munsch Early Readers are packed with extras, including phonics introduction and activity, getting ready to read activities, comprehension activities, reading tips for kids, and an inspirational note to kids from Robert Munsch. "Readers RULE!"

Classic stories from Robert Munsch in an early reader format kids will love! Text has been adapted from the originals so beginner readers can proudly say “I read this myself!” Colorful and fun, Robert Munsch’s zany stories and Michael Martchenko’s illustrations will grab kids’ attention and keep them interested as they practice their reading skills. Munsch Early Readers are packed with extras, including phonics introduction and activity, getting ready to read activities, comprehension activities, reading tips for kids, and an inspirational note to kids from Robert Munsch. "Readers RULE!"

Favorite stories from Robert Munsch in an early reader format kids will love! Adapted from the originals so beginner readers can proudly say “I read this myself!” What in the world is Robin going to do with the baby she finds in her sandbox? “Murmel, murmel, murmel,” is all Robin hears coming from a hole in her sandbox. When she reaches down and out pops a baby, she finds herself in a real fix: who will take care of it? Robin’s too little! Off she goes, searching her neighborhood for someone who needs a baby. The woman with seventeen cats doesn’t want the baby. Nor does the grumpy man by the bus stop. It looks as though all hope is lost, until a friendly truck driver passes by. He offers to trade his truck for the baby—an exchange Robin can’t refuse. Colorful and fun, Robert Munsch’s zany stories and Michael Martchenko’s illustrations will grab kids’ attention and keep them interested as they practice their reading skills. Munsch Early Readers include reading tips and activities, plus a note from the author.

Favorite stories from Robert Munsch in an early reader format kids will love! Adapted from the originals so beginner readers can proudly say “I read this myself!” Colorful and fun, Robert Munsch’s zany stories and Michael Martchenko’s illustrations will grab kids’ attention and keep them interested as they practice their reading skills. Tips for supporting emerging readers are in the back for parents.

Favorite stories from Robert Munsch in an early reader format kids will love! Adapted from the originals so beginner readers can proudly say “I read this myself!” Pigs are smarter than you think! When Megan’s dad tells her not to let the pigs out of their pen, curiosity gets the better of her. Why not? Pigs are too dumb to do anything anyway . . . or are they? Before she knows it, the pigs are wreaking havoc all over her house, all over her school, and all over town. It’s up to her to fgure out how to get them back home. To Megan’s surprise, she discovers the animals are much smarter than she realized. Colorful and fun, Robert Munsch’s zany stories and Michael Martchenko’s illustrations will grab kids’ attention and keep them interested as they practice their reading skills. Tips for supporting emerging readers are in the back for parents.

Miranda''s dad is going to his very first marathon. But they get there late and Dad sends Miranda to get him some water. Before she can bring it back, the starter''s horn goes off and the runners are off! Miranda takes the water bottle and dashes down the course looking for her dad. When Miranda gets to the finish line, she finally finds her father ... and gets a big surprise!

Kristi wants to go fishing with her dad -- and makes the most amazing catch EVER! A simple story about a great day of fishing for a girl and her dad -- with a whimsical, fantastical, outrageous Robert Munsch twist, of course! Kristi has finally persuaded her dad to take her fishing. But the waves make the boat go up and down, and she tumbles into the water. When dad pulls her back in, he gets a BIG surprise -- Kristi is holding an ENORMOUS fish! Could this be a new way to catch fish? When her next swim leads to an even bigger surprise, Dad knows it''s time to go home. But wait until Mom finds out!

A playful, clayful Munsch classic--now available in a sturdy board book edition! Christopher LOVES to play with play clay, and has great time fashioning a delicious-looking cookie out of it. But when he goes looking for someone to take a bite (YUCK!), the real fun begins! This fun, whimsical Munsch classic about a boy whose innocent prank leads to a whole lot of delicious fun, has now been revised and redesigned for the toddler set.

"A blizzard is coming, but Jasmine loves snow! So off she goes to school, as the snow get deeper, and deeper, and deeper"--Back cover.

The modern classic is now in a sturdy format featuring the complete original text. Readers asked and we answered: the world''s favorite feminist fairy tale is now available in board with the original story intact. The large 9" x 9" trim makes this version of The Paper Bag Princess perfect for reading together. First published in 1980, and with over seven million copies in print, this story of a feisty princess and her hapless prince has captured the hearts of readers young and old all around the world.

Alex wants his hair to be just like his best friend Arie''s. Arie promises to teach him the secret trick for turning black hair to red... but what kind of a trick is it?

Despite the warnings of her mother and father, Anna persists in trying to climb things, until she gets stuck in the top of a tree and needs their help to get down.

An empowerment-focused keepsake edition of one of the world’s best-loved picture books. 40 years. 7 million copies. 1 kick-ass princess who has inspired generations of readers to stand up for themselves. How do you celebrate an occasion as special as 40 years in print for a book as beloved as The Paper Bag Princess? You track down some of the most poignant commentary about the story; you share behind-the-scenes insights from the author and his partner; and you present it all in a beautiful package that showcases the story like never before. To mark The Paper Bag Princess’s 40th anniversary, Annick has done just this, creating a gift-worthy deluxe hardcover featuring extra thick paper, a beautiful dust jacket, and a hidden second cover that reimagines the original cover imagery, plus commentary from renowned authors Francesca Segal (The Innocents) and Chelsea Clinton (She Persisted). Publishing in time for International Women’s Day in March, this gorgeous edition celebrates an enduring story that has had a profound effect on countless readers around the world.

Ashley loves her beautiful hair-- but braiding it takes FOREVER. Maybe Grandma can help?

Andrew has decided he never needs to go pee ever again, but his parents aren’t too sure. Only one minute into the drive to his grandparents’ house, Andrew changes his mind. A new look for the Classic Munsch picture books brings all of the urgency and fun of I Have to Go! To a new generation of young readers.

Tyya is grocery shopping with her dad, but he''s not letting her pick any of the good stuff like cookies, ice cream, or candies. When she holds still and is mistaken for the best, most lifelike doll in the supermarket, an argument at the till leads her dad to buy something good after all. A newly designed Classic Munsch picture book introduces this tale of mistaken merchandise to a new generation of young readers.

Another laugh-out-loud book from the author of The Paper Bag Princess! “Hey you dumb pigs!” When Megan lets all of the pigs out of the pen, they start to take over, and show her that they may not be so dumb after all. A newly designed Classic Munsch picture book introduces this tale of underestimated livestock to a new generation of young readers.

Ben wants to take something really neat to school for show and tell. What could be neater than his new baby sister? But his sister doesn’t want to co-operate. She cries in his backpack. She cries at the teacher. She cries at the principal, who decides she must be sick. When they call in a doctor, she cries harder. Ben knows just the right person to call to help—his mom! A newly designed Classic Munsch picture book introduces this charming tale of a very noisy baby to a new generation of young readers.

Julie thinks her new neighbors must be very scary because all the stuff being moved into their house is enormous. Then she meets David and finds out that he''s just a normal, regular boy. But when David''s father calls him for supper the sound makes Julie jump in the air, run in a circle three times, run home and lock herself in her room until it is time for breakfast the next day. Could David''s father be a giant? A newly designed Classic Munsch picture book introduces this tall tale about facing your fears to a new generation of young readers.

Shelley has to pick up the socks she’s left all over her room. But when she opens her sock drawer, a tiny troublemaking boy appears. She has to make her bed, but there he is again, underneath the sheets watering a tomato plant. Soon enough this tiny terror is making a mess all over the house and Shelley’s efforts to get rid of him only make him grow bigger. The solution, to everyone’s surprise, is banishment by hugs and kisses! A newly designed Classic Munsch picture book introduces this charming tale of a tiny, yet persistent interloper to a new generation of young readers.

When Sheila and Michael sneak into the back of a fire truck, they find themselves in the midst of a big smoky emergency. The fire chief takes them home, but they are already so messy that their parents can barely recognize them! A newly designed Classic Munsch picture book introduces this hilarious tale of first responders to a new generation of young readers.

Another laugh-out-loud book from the author of The Paper Bag Princess! Everyone is copying Stephanie’s ponytail! No matter which way she wears it, the list of copycats keeps growing. But when Stephanie declares her next hair style, she tries to shake all of her followers loose. A newly designed Classic Munsch picture book introduces this tale of trend-setting hairdos to a young generation of readers.