New Releases by Robie H. Harris

"In their previous landmark volumes . . . Harris and Emberley established themselves as the purveyors of reader-friendly, straightforward information on human sexuality . . . Here they successfully tackle the big questions . . . for even younger kids." — The Horn Book (starred review) Young children are curious about almost everything, especially their bodies. And young children are not afraid to ask questions. What makes me a girl? What makes me a boy? Why are some parts of girls'' and boys'' bodies the same and why are some parts different? How was I made? Where do babies come from? Is it true that a stork brings babies to mommies and daddies? It''s Not the Stork! helps answer these endless and perfectly normal questions that preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary school children ask about how they began. Through lively, comfortable language and sensitive, engaging artwork, Robie H. Harris and Michael Emberley address readers in a reassuring way, mindful of a child''s healthy desire for straightforward information. Two irresistible cartoon characters, a curious bird and a squeamish bee, provide comic relief and give voice to the full range of emotions and reactions children may experience while learning about their amazing bodies. Vetted and approved by science, health, and child development experts, the information is up-to-date, age-appropriate, and scientifically accurate, and always aimed at helping kids feel proud, knowledgeable, and comfortable about their own bodies, about how they were born, and about the family they are part of. Back matter includes an index.

An updated edition of the classic guide for young children on babies, bodies, love, sex, reproduction and families. This clear, lively information book about sex and reproduction covers all the main areas: babies, reproduction, bodies, chromosomes, genes, growing up, love, health and lots more. As before, the information is imparted simply and reassuringly with humorous commentary from an inquisitive bird and a squeamish bee and very friendly full-colour cartoon-strip illustrations. Created by the author and illustrator of "Let''s Talk About Sex", this forthright and funny book has been newly updated for this anniversary edition.

A young girl and her father walk through familiar streets on a brilliant, sun-drenched day. When they reach a park, the girl lets go of her father''s hand. It is time for her to journey out on her own. As her father keeps watch, she finds an unfamiliar place--an extraordinary forest that blooms around her, lush and larger than life. She plays among gigantic leaves, discovers treasures, and thinks of how her father would love this place, too. She retraces her steps to a happy reunion with her father and a recounting of her exploration.

An adorable book introducing the youngest readers to the names of their body parts, from head to toe! Look! Babies Head to Toe is an exuberant introduction to the parts of the body and the senses. Filled with fun, repetitive sounds and a melodic voice, this book will captivate babies and toddlers. It’s the perfect follow-up to Harris’s first board book, Who?: A Celebration of Babies.

Solve a problem with Puppy and a bag full of blocks! Robie H. Harris and Chris Chatterton team up for another gentle introduction to early math concepts. Puppy wants to build a bed out of blocks, one that is wide enough and long enough for a snooze. But there aren’t enough rectangles, squares, and triangles. NOW WHAT? Build, measure, count, compare! Follow along as Puppy tries again and again and again and finally figures out how blocks of different shapes and sizes can fit together to build a bed that’s just the right size for a nap.

Elephant has a bucket of blocks and wants to build something as tall as he is. But will it stay up? CRASH! BOOM! Not this time. Build it again? Young children follow along as Elephant goes through the ups and downs of creating something new and finally celebrates the joy and pride of success. Full color.

StoryPlay (TM) Books -- the best new way to engage with your little one during story time -- continues with four new stories! StoryPlay Books is the smart way to read and play together! StoryPlay Books offer fun ways to engage with little ones during story time and playtime with prompts and activities that everyone will love! Each quality story will delight readers while building early literacy skills for ages 3-5 by helping them develop: problem-solving abilities, reading comprehension, social development, pre-reading skills, memory strength and more! Each book includes story-related games and crafts to extend the reading experience. Teachers agree that StoryPlay Books are perfect for parents looking to stimulate and engage their kids at home while having fun together! Each book also shines a spotlight on important topics for this age. Maybe a Bear Ate It! -- a clever story about a missing book -- focuses on problem solving.Are you ready to start reading the StoryPlay way? Ready. Set. Smart!

Loud, scary noises frighten a child until quiet and calmness return.

Nellie and her little brother Gus discuss all kinds of families during a day at the zoo and dinner at home with their relatives afterwards.

A boy spends a fun day playing games with his shadow but is disappointed when his shadow disappears as the sun goes behind a cloud.

A charming tale about the adventures a little boy has with his cuddly toy turtle. Turtle gets covered in spaghetti, chewed by a puppy, and ripped in a tug of war, but despite all of this the little boy still loves him. But will this love last forever?

Un show de música, magia y baile de Maisy con sus amigos. Para estirar lengüetas y descubrir qué sorpresas se esconden. Diversión asegurada para todos los públicos. Maisy es un fenómeno global, con más de 21 millones de libros vendidos en veintinueve lenguas.

Sponsored by the PEN American Center''s Children''s/Young Adult Book Authors Committee, four authors-Robie Harris, Elizabeth Levy, Fatima Shaik and Susan Kuklin-visited the students at The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School of Science and Technology in the Lower Ninth Ward in New Orleans to help them write their own book: The Story is Us!

Young children ask so many questions about their bodies and how they were made. This book answers those normal questions and helps even pre-school children feel proud and comfortable about their own bodies. It is useful for parents, teachers, librarians and health professionals to use with children.

"Über Mädchen und Jungen, vom Kinderkriegen und vom Körper" erzählt dieses Buch zugleich anspruchsvoll als auch unterhaltsam. Ab 5.

Uses bird and bee cartoon characters to present explanations of topics related to sexual development, reproduction, and more.

Uses bird and bee cartoon characters to present explanations of topics related to sexual development, reproduction, and more.

A little boy claims not to be sleepy, but after his father falls asleep in his bed while reading a story, the boy, his cat, and his parents are all ready for bedtime. Includes brief notes on helping a child go to sleep.

A little girl makes a huge mess playing in the kitchen. Includes brief notes about how children explore their environment.

A little girl and her mother enjoy shopping at the grocery store until the girl has a tantrum when her mother will not buy ice cream. Includes brief notes on handling a child''s tantrums.

A little boy does not want to get dressed for his grandfather''s birthday party, but if he must wear clothes, he will put them on in his own unique way. Includes brief notes on handling a child who does not want help getting dressed.

One morning a boy finds that his pet, Mousie, won''t wake up. The truth is Mousie has died. At first the boy doesn''t believe it. He gets very mad at Mousie for dying, and then he feels very sad. But talking about Mousie, burying Mousie in a special box, and saying good-bye helps this boy begin to feel better about the loss of his beloved pet.

When her parents go out for the evening, a little girl threatens to run off to Alaska but has a good time with the babysitter instead.

The award-winning team who created "Hello Benny!" presents this third picture book for this series that tells the story of 2-year-old twins and celebrates their third year of life. Full color.

"I closed my eyes and held on tight to Hank. That''s when I decided that going to the very first day of school was NOT a good idea." When a child gets ready for the first day of school, it feels very exciting. But doing something new for the first time can also feel somewhat scary. With great affection and humor, Robie H. Harris and Jan Ormerod, creators of the award-winning picture book Goodbye Mousie, tell the captivating story of a child who decides that skipping the very first day of school is a very good idea. But with help from his favorite stuffed animal, Hank, and his parents, he discovers that going to the very first day of school can be fun and exciting -- and once you have done something new, it''s not quite so new and scary anymore.