Curriculum Center: ABC Books

The traditional alphabet jump-rope rhyme introduces youngsters to new friends from around the world, from Alex and Angie in Alabama to Zelma and Zoe in Zambia, in a fun-filled rhyme that includes letter clues hidden in whimsical full-color illustrations.

The three-dimensional world of sculpture comes alive in ''this museum without walls,'' the sixth thought-provoking art book from Bob Raczka.

Explore the animal world, from aardvark to zebu! Discover hundreds of animals, great and small. Lion and lizard, whale and wombat. Learn one wild fact about each animal. (Did you know that gorillas yawn when they are nervous?)

As children learn and review their ABCs, they discover positive actions they can perform with their own small hands--like giving gifts made with love, helping, recycling, and volunteering. The message throughout is that everyone, no matter how young or how small, can make a difference in the lives of those around them.

Acclaimed and bestselling photographer Tana Hoban's timeless 26 Letters and 99 Cents is two books in one! Both an alphabet book and a counting book, this wordless classic uses colorful photographs to teach important concepts.

Each letter of the alphabet is introduced to children through photographs of famous works of art from Van Gogh to Warhol. In addition to learning the alphabet, children will develop a lifelong love of art through exploring the pages of this beautifully illustrated book.

Explore the animal alphabet from Angelfish to Zebra in this rhyming romp!

ABC Doctor is a clever ABC book with informative text and bright, colourful illustrations that will educate children about the doctor's office and soothe any fears about their next checkup.

See each letter of the alphabet paired with a word that teaches young children important mindfulness topics, like compassion, breathing, empathy, gratitude, and kindness.

Introduce children to the alphabet and reinforce positive self-esteem with the lovable characters of ABC I Like Me!.

This collection by noted photographer Joanne Dugan features images of the the city's famous landmarks, including the Chrysler building and Grand Central Station, along with such New York City staples as bagels and hot dogs. Full color.

A is for angel hair acrobat M is for Macaroni the Magician and T is for tortellini trapeze artist. It's an ABC circus that's good enough to eat!

Help young children learn social skills and get ready for a successful start to school with this charming alphabet book.

In "How to Be Happy, if you're a Frog" a frog tries everything he can to be happy and it's not until he stops thinking about himself that he finally finds happiness.

Antelopes leap! Elephants roam! Lions stalk and zebras gallop! Wild creatures from all over the African continent scamper through the pages of this delightful book, giving beginning readers a fascinating way to learn the alphabet while discovering some of their favorite animals.

A hilariously cool visit with the funniest group of spies since Boris & Natasha. Agent A is on Assignment to find the spy not in alignment -- Whose actions don't quite match his name. Want to join A in the game? It might look easy, but it's not. Here's one alphabetic lot: "Agent B correctly chooses Blue, and so the Bomb defuses." "Agent C is Crawling up the window using suction Cups." All the way from A to Z, not one dud rhyme will you see. And it's all drawn with style and flash by the amazing Agent Rash. Enjoy the mission! Best of luck. And now this page will self-destruct.

"Let your imagination take flight! This fact-filled book features planes from the sleek Invader to the more popular Piper Cub. Learn which type of plane is best for a dogfight, see the type of plane Charles Lindbergh flew in the first nonstop flight across the Atlantic, and much more.

An alligator jamboree, with all the letters--A through Z.

In Alphabears, twenty-six huggable teddies help teach children the letters of the alphabet.

Join the Alphabeasties and draw, color, read, write, and sticker from A to Z. Kids will be engaged with playful, intelligent activities, including mazes, word searches, and rebus puzzles. Packed with over 300 full-color stickers!

From the weird and wonderful imagination of an amazing new artist comes an alphabet book like no other. Kids will delight in discovering animals from A to Z living together in an old Victorian mansion.

This ode to the alphabet is wickedly funny, smart, and saucy and will have kids saying ABC, again please, you brigand!

Join the fun and solve a simple alphabet mystery! All the little letters from Charley's Alphabet have learned their proper order, from a to z. They're ready to go to school, but suddenly something is wrong! Little I have lost her dot, and none of the letters can find it. Can you?

It's an alphabet explosion! 18 things in this book begin with the letter A, 19 starts with H, and there are 37 ways of counting S. Can you find them all?

The 26 dinosaurs in this book are just a tiny portion of the many different kinds of dinosaurs that lived during the 150 million years known as the Mesozoic Era. We have included dinosaurs from all three periods of the Mesozoic: the Triassic Period, the Jurassic Period, and the Cretaceous Period.

Amelia Bedelia loves everything about autumn The colorful trees Jumping in the leaves Apples, apples, apples Warm apple pie Fun family projects Hooray for apples! Hooray for the fall!

A is for Amish; B is for barn raising; C is for church. What is it like to be Amish? In this delightful and whimsical full-color book, author and illustrator Ingrid Hess offers an entertaining yet informative introduction to Amish faith and life.

Photographs of animals and children in similar poses accompany rhyming verses beginning with each letter of the alphabet that describe movements of a wide range of animals.

Barbara Bottner and Michael Emberley follow up their bestselling Miss Brooks Loves Books! (and I Don't) with this outrageously funny alphabet book that shows that kindness can be contagious, too.

Ed Vere's hilariously eye-popping art tells the story of two monkeys learning to share in this stunning, nearly-wordless picture book.

Quick, call out! Tell all you can reach: the night is just perfect for bats at the beach! So pack your buckets, banjos, and blankets--don't forget the moon-tan lotion--and wing with this bunch of fuzzy bats to where foamy sea and soft sand meet.

An alphabet book introducing the leaves from a variety of trees.

With her trademark humor and warmth, Hannah E. Harrison puts her own irresistible spin on the classic alphabet book. The result is a story families will treasure for years to come.

The scales, fangs, and claws of this sweet, little beast become cuddly, cute, and clean as the bath is drawn and bedtime is around the corner. Scrub carefully between your toes and don't breathe fire out of your nose, as the beasty bath parades new and exciting ways to see yourself underwater.

Discover the secret life of bees: from queens to the waggle dance, hives to honey, beekeeping, and why bees need our help to survive.

Jan Brett's glorious illustrations invite the eye to linger over exquisite details and humorous nuances that enhance the story. This delightful cumulative tale is one that will be looked at again and again.

When her sister, Clemmie, refuses to play in the rain, Matilda wants to teach her the delights of a wet Saturday. They end up learning an unforgettable lesson.

Get ready for a ride through the alphabet at a busy construction site. There's a big yellow Bulldozer, a tall shiny Crane, a rusty red dump truck--and the construction crew is hard at work. But what are they building?

The first page has Henry hooked. The second page has him captivated. The third page . . . BBBBRRRRIIIIINNNNNGGGGG!. . will have to wait. That is, unless Henry ignores the bell, stays put, and keeps on reading the most awesome book. By not springing up with the ringing of the bell, Henry sets off a chain reaction, unlike anything his school or town has ever seen.

Bow-Wow may look like your average terrier. The streets he walks may seem familiar. But just around the corner, things get a little unusual.

What Queen ultimately discovers about Leroy makes her wonder if a broken-bike boy can truly be her knight in shining armor.

In this imaginative ABC, acclaimed artist, designer and children's author, Bruno Munari shows how fun letters can be.

Here comes Big Bad Bullybug! He's big, mean, and scary--and loves to pick on little itty bitty bugs! With the turn of each die-cut page, Bullybug grows bigger, meaner, and scarier. But it's the itty bitty bugs who get the last laugh in this exciting, new, frighteningly fun adventure.

X is exasperated. Every other letter in the alphabet has so much to do and plays such an important role in making words. X expects more. He calls for a vote on a new alphabet (gasp ). According to the Alphabet Constitution, X has every right to question the status quo. But the night before the vote, X is plagued by dreams of what could happen if he were to take on another letter's job.

The capital letters in Mr. Wright's classroom require immediate medical attention! They are suffering from severe neglect. Mr. Wright's students have completely forgotten about them--and about Teacher Appreciation Day. Luckily an EMS team is on the way for this grammar emergency in the latest addition to Robin Pulver and Lynn Rowe Reed's language arts library.

Marshall may not believe in magic, but he does believe in eating cookies. So when his entire class's gingerbread men disappear from the oven, he is prepared to solve every riddle to find those runaway cookies - even if it means he has to rethink his stance on magic along the way.

A fabulously sunny picture book for the optimist in all of us (or the optimist we wish we could be!)Right from the moment Chick is born, she wants to lead the other animals in cheer! Unfortunately, the rest of the barnyard just isn't quiiiite as enthusiastic. Lucky for little Chick she has a whole squad of siblings who are backing her up (even when she doesn't realize it)!

C is for Curious Raging dragons, leaping cows, and baseball playing dogs all come together in this zany collection that explores a host of feelings from A(ngry) to Z(ealous).

The City ABC Book features dramatic black-and-white photographs of urban landscapes with hidden letters boldly highlighted in red. Children will be inspired to take a second look at the world around them as their powers of observation are enhanced, and their imaginations are allowed to soar.

Matt Beam and Joanne Schwartz have collaborated to create a visually arresting alphabet book that documents the random occurrences of language all around us.

What do airplanes, firetrucks, and princesses have in common? They're all found in the wonderful world of Robert Munsch and Michael Martchenko, whose stories and illustrations together have captivated readers for almost forty years.

Told in humorous rhyme, this lively story will speak to bored students and to any kid who can--and wants to--do better. The book concludes with tips and information to help parents, teachers, counselors, and other adults foster dialogue with any kid wrestling with underachievement.

In 26 beautifully detailed spreads, acclaimed illustrator Arthur Geisert takes readers on a literal journey following a real road in Iowa (County Road Y31) through the ins and outs of America's farmland.

Animal ABC presents fire-fighting fleas, telephoning toads and a host of animal characters, each depicting a letter of the alphabet to help children learn the letters.

Surviving as a door-to-door salesman for Ape-on Cosmetics turns out to be quite a challenge for one determined ape. Luckily, the Big Guy has more than a little savvy, and he heads straight for the money in the Big City.

The Wonky Donkey has a daughter in this hilarious sequel to the runaway hit!Wonky Donkey had a child,it was a little girl.Hee Haw!

In refreshingly candid and straight-to-the-point language, author Elissa Grodintakes readers of all ages on an A-Z trip through our government structure, from its earliest beginnings to definitions of basic components and concepts (including immigration and taxation).

23 Chinese phrases take you on a wondrous journey through Chinese history and through the lives and customs of its people.

In D is for Drum: A Native American Alphabet, readers will get an A-Z introduction to the many customs and cultures of the first people of this beautiful land. Bison, teepees, Kachinas, and dugout canoes will all help to paint a fascinating picture of the more than 500 indigenous tribes inhabiting the Americas.

This beautifully illustrated ABC book gives a lively alphabetical tour of Colonial America that is represented in Williamsburg, Virginia, and features a lengthy glossary of objects, costumes, toys, art, and more. Full color.

Arguably the most entertaining alphabet book ever written, this classic Beginner Book by Dr. Seuss is perfect for children learning their ABCs.

While teaching upper- and lowercase letters to preschoolers, Ehlert introduces fruits and vegetables from around the world.

Join this lively bunch on an alphabetical tour of today's farm. With families and schools thinking more than ever about fresh, healthful choices for the table, kids want to know about the foods they see and eat every day.

From its achievements in architecture (Chartres Cathedral), science (Louis Pasteur), and literature (Marcel Proust),the country of France has had a profound impact on the world. E is for Eiffel Tower: A France Alphabet explores its venerable history and cultural heritage.

From pueblo villages and stately missions to the nuclear energy research at Los Alamos, E is for Enchantment showcases the past, present, and future of New Mexico.

E is for Extreme indeed! From the gravity-defying rush of bungee jumping to the ultimate endurance challenge of the ultramarathon, young readers are given an armchair seat to the world of extreme sports.

It's an extraordinary day on Pebble Island for three frogs when one of them discovers a beautiful white egg. They've never seen a chicken egg before, but they're sure that's what this must be. So when the egg hatches and out crawls a long green, scaly creature, they naturally call it . . . a chicken!

Bursting with bright, bold illustrations of favorite fair elements like dill pickles and Ferris wheels, and midway games here is an alphabet-exploring adventure like no other!

Word games & activities to teach sign language alphabet.

From adornos (decorations) going up all over the house, biscochitos (cupcakes) baking in the oven, and a special treat of churros (doughnut sticks) for breakfast, this can only be the beginning of a fabulous cumpleaños (birthday)!

Bridget Beth Collins, known as Flora Forager on Instagram, has created her beautiful children's book debut from natural materials gathered from her botanical foraging where she makes her home in the Pacific Northwest. Children will be fascinated by her amazing botanical creations, from angelfish to zebra, and inspired to learn their ABCs.

Klein and Anderson team up to create a perfect vehicle to introduce fans of all ages to the history and celebrated legends of baseball. Each letter of the alphabet is designated to at least one baseball immortal.

Expressing the passion felt for basketball using all 26 letters of the alphabet accompanied by rhymes, colorful illustrations, and informative text, this tribute to the sport explores the hardwood heroes in a fresh and fun way.

The ordinary becomes the extraordinary within the pages of Found Alphabet, a fantastic collaboration of Polish artists.The four creators of Found Alphabet reside in Krakow, Poland.This is their first book published in the United States.

"Come take a swim with freshwater creatures from around the world! Meet a fish that has no eyes and one that has four of them. Get to know an eel that carries enough electricity to light up a light bulb and a glacier-dwelling worm with blood that works like antifreeze.

With rhymes for younger children and their accompanying fact-filled expository test for older readers, "Yak's Corner" columnists Janis Campbell and Cathy Collison shuttle us through an out of this world alphabet as seen through the windshield of a space ship.

G is for Gold Medal: An Olympics Alphabet, writer Brad Herzog showcases those athletes and events that not only set sports records but also impacted history and world views.

Author Barbara Gowan and illustrator Katherine Larson help elementary-aged students and older readers alike discover the wonders of the Grand Canyon State through rich images, informative expository text, and simple rhymes.

This stampede of wild animals, from Chinese Alligator to Grevy's Zebra, are so rare, they're all endangered. David McLiman's bold and playful illustrations transform each letter into a work of art, graphically rendered with animal characteristics.

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...

Gorgeous pencil illustrations of diverse human hands--male and female, young and old--signing the letters of the alphabet make this alphabet book an incredible learning resource.

This clever and unusual book is both a simple alphabet book for very young children and an introduction to American Sign Language for readers of all ages.

A string of wacky people, animals, and objects, each beginning with a different letter of the alphabet, gather to celebrate a birthday! Each page presents a letter of the alphabet, and every phrase rhymes with the next to help beginning readers anticipate words!

Go on an alphabet adventure from A to Z with Harold and his purple crayon! This story of letters and imagination is now available as a board book--just the right size for little ones who are learning their ABCs!

My name is Bumblebee Bat. I may be small, but I'm a great flyer. I live in a secret cave with my brothers and sisters. Want to know more? Then open this book and fly with Bumblebee Bat into the night.

Little ones will love learning about Halloween in this alphabet book. Rhyming couplets that flow through the alphabet help kids celebrate everything from Ghosts to Mummies to Zombies.

In the style and format of our alphabet books comes H is for Horse: An Equestrian Alphabet. From basics such as mucking out the stall and how to judge a horse's qualities to historical facts, Mike Ulmerrelays writes about the fun and fundamentals of the world of horses.

Funny Faces will captivate toddlers with their special felt-trimmed covers. Adorable patchwork illustrations add to this series' appeal.

Animals introduce the letters of the alphabet with colorful pictures and rhyming text.

Filled to the brim with words and pictures that celebrate the remarkable (although often unmarked) achievements of American women, this is a book to relish and to read again and again.

From Abraham to Zaydee, and from ancient times to modern-day, A is for Abraham: A Jewish Family Alphabet encompasses the history of Jewish traditions and customs and how they are practiced today.

The bestselling ABC book that promotes social awareness and progressive values is now available in a picture book format for older children with the addition of ASL images for each letter.

A wacky safari that is sure to strike a chord with kids! For each letter of the alphabet, this clever book of rhymes presents a cross between an animal and a musical instrument.

At one time rainforests covered about 14% of the earth's surface;now they're reduced to just 6%. As home to some of the most diverse plant and animal species ever known, this decline has grave implications for both man and animal kingdoms.

A is for Art: An Abstract Alphabet is a remarkable journey of discovery about art and language through painting, collage, and sculpture by Caldecott Honor artist Stephen T. Johnson.

This innovative alphabet book chronicles the events, foods, animals, crafts, and traditions that make Asia as a continent special and each Asian country unique. Native languages are included.

Welcome to the wacky world of Mike Lester, where nothing is as it seems. Is A really for salad, or is it for the alligator eating a bowl of mixed greens? And maybe B is for the beaver wearing a Viking helmet. You'll have to look twice to figure out what each letter really stands for in this alphabet book.

"I spy with my little eye something beginning with A..." Even the very youngest art lovers can spy out the apple in Magritte's Son of Man through the zigzags in de Geest's Portrait of a Child.

From the first jump ball and its humble beginnings at a YMCA with a couple of peach baskets to the final buzzer and the glam of an NBA slam, basketball bounces onto your bookshelves with J is for Jump Shot.

The letters are lost! Where did they go? One tumbled into the Bath. There was one hiding under a Hat, another landed in some Leaves, and one went to play in the Sandbox. But where are the rest?

Max's ants have escaped from their farm, and now they're searching for food. The ants start with Max's sandwich, and soon they're everywhere! Fortunately, Ruby comes to the rescue. Max's ABC teaches the alphabet by featuring a different letter on each page, large and colorful so they're easy to spot.

All Max wants to do is eat the chocolate chicken that someone left in the birdbath one fine spring morning. But "wait, Max," his sister Ruby says, "First we go on an egg hunt." Max does his best to play along, but when Ruby finds all the eggs-and he finds only ants and acorns-he shows her what can happen when you put all your eggs in one basket!

Where was the first mile of highway paved? Who was the 38th President of the United States? What is the nation's most remote National Park? What was the first bottled soda pop in this country? Find the answers to these questions and many more in M is for Mitten: A Michigan Alphabet.

This unique alphabet book features four works of art from different cultures and periods for each letter of the alphabet. Simple words matched with intriguing illustrations provide an opportunity for endless exploration.

Using an unusual question and answer format, this easy-to-read introduction to music showcases a broad assortment of instruments explaining their history and how they are played.

Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends.

Christopher Wormell's magnificent, color-drenched linoleum-block illustrations grace this alphabet book, so handsomely designed it's sure to appeal to discriminating adults as well as to children.

From the ngel (angel) hung above the door to the zapatos (shoes) filled with grass for the wise mens camels, each letter in this festive alphabet introduces children to the Spanish word, and each colorful page takes them through another joyous aspect of the 22 days of the traditional holiday.

Jamestown, Williamsburg, and even the Pentagon are just a few of the many places highlighted in O is for Old Dominion.

A hip hop alphabet book parody for parents who used to be dope.

A Ballet Company dances ... across the pages of this sparkling picture book, inviting you behind the scenes and illuminating ballet terms from A to Z. A Ballet Company dances ... for the very youngest of dancers as well as for ballet fans of all ages.

A 2017 Geisel Honor Book In the vein of Tom and Jerry, Bugs Bunny, and other classic cartoons, Oops, Pounce, Quick, Run! is a hilariously clever alphabet caper, perfect for fans of LMNO Peas and Z Is for Moose.

Anything goes in this wordless alphabet book of creative and zany pictures. Each page features a letter of the alphabet in a tableau of things that begin with that letter-people, places, animals, and even actions!

Seven piglets cavort through a landscape of hidden letters as they build a treehouse.

In this photographic alphabet, the author introduces young readers to some of the customs, religions and cultures - both ancient and modern - that make up this fast-developing country.

This delightful volume uses twenty-six great photographs from the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection to show children the alphabet in action, and teach them some interesting ways to look at, and wonder about, works of art. I

The fun is infectious as they learn to appreciate autumn for its beauty and bounty, opportunities to celebrate with friends and family, and traditions like barn dances, corn mazes, pumpkin carving, and more.

Otto wants to learn how to write his name, but he doesn't know the alphabet. So Puddle decides to teach him using his own original words and pictures.

This contemporary classic, celebrating its twenty-fifth year in print, is no ordinary alphabet book. Why is 'Q' for 'Duck'? Because a duck quacks, of course. Even the youngest readers will delight in the riddle-like text and lively, humorous illustra

In R is for Race: A Stock Car Alphabet, readers will experience the track's sights and sounds as they learn the ins and outs of stock car racing, from its humble beginnings in 1895 to the fastest growing sport in America.

Learn the ABCs with Rocket, the dog who inspires kids to read and write!

S is for Shamrock: An Ireland Alphabet gives readers a guided A-Z tour of this small island country whose influence extends far beyond its sea borders.

What is a first draft? What is a narrative? In S is for Story: A Writer's Alphabet, author and writing coach Esther Hershenhorn uses the alphabet to help explain, explore, and examine the tools, techniques, and strategies for those hoping to live the literary life.

Learn the alphabet from A-Z with mighty superheroes! Silly and zany, and armed with the most unusual skills, the cast of superheroes that fill these pages will make learning ABCs an out-of-this-world experience.

Take Away the A is a fun, imaginative romp through the alphabet. The idea behind the book is that within every language there are words that change and become a different word through the simple subtraction of a single letter. I

Chris Raschka brings his rhythm and street-smart style to an alphabet book, where A is for Attitude and W is for Way-cool Wheels. Raschka's artistic energy will make everyone, big and small, look at the alphabet in a new way.

The classic tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears meets the alphabet in this fairy-tale-meets-concept-book story.

Join in as the elementary school puts on a play that tells the true story of the first Thanksgiving. Rhyming couplets that flow through the alphabet help kids celebrate everything from Harvest to Pilgrims to Turkey.

A is for seed, B is for eggs, C is for milk -- what's going on here? The seed is tomorrows Apple, the eggs are tomorrows Birds, the milk is tomorrows Cheese! Explore a wonderful world of possibility with an imaginative alphabet puzzle that encouraged young readers to look beyond the obvious.

"This familiar favorite in Jerry Pallotta's best-selling alphabet book series takes you underwater to explore the coral reef. From Angelfish to Zebra Pipefish, an alphabet of amazing tropical creatures leads us through this important ecological system."

Children will delight in the zany lyrics that, for full effect, should be read aloud and repeated by a young audience...The pictures communicate with one another and bring a new electricity and excitement to the gigglely, wigglely, gaity in which A was once an apple pie.

In this hilarious, oh-so fascinating trip through fashion history, a little girl goes back in time and meets a cast of characters wearing the latest trends.

Whether a mutt or purebred, the domesticated dog has been a part of human society for thousands of years. W is for Woof: A Dog Alphabet offers a canine course through simple rhymes accompanied by informative, entertaining sidebar text.

An empowering and educational alphabet picture book about women artists, perfect for fans of Rad American Women A-Z. How many women artists can you name? From Frida Kahlo and Georgia O'Keeffe, to Jaune Quick-to-See Smith and Xenobia Bailey.

An alphabetical tour through the coolest jobs you can imagine--and some you might never have heard of! With a sophisticated, minimalist design and visual jokes to interpret on every page, Work: An Occupational ABC introduces children both to the alphabet and to a range of alternative careers.

Exuberant and zany storytelling brings to life two friends and one laugh-out-loud comedy of errors that's about friendship, sharing, and compromise.

Whose face launched a thousand ships? Who dropped an apple to win a race? What creature has the head of a woman, the body of a lion, the wings of an eagle, and always wakes up on the wrong side of the bed? The Oracle knows and so will young readers after they encounter the strange creatures, exotic gods, and exciting stories in Z is for Zeus: A Greek Mythology Alphabet.

What things do we love to do? In this book you'll find poems from A to Z, featuring action words and photos that will make kids eager to CLAP, DANCE, JUMP, LAUGH, WAVE, ZOOM, and more as you read the playful poems.

A variety of animals parade by in this familiar jump rope alphabet song. The antics never quite quit as a parade of animals sell their wares in this wildly illustrated version of the familiar alphabet ditty and ball-bouncing game.

Have fun with the kids, moms, dads and pets in this delightful book that celebrates LGBTQ families as it teaches young children the alphabet.

Follows a little bunny as it scampers through the alphabet.

A trip to the dentist's office is easy once you know the ABCs of it. In this book, kids will learn important words like "appointment," "cavity," "plaque," and "X-ray."

Using creative alliteration, his signature Manga-style artwork, and his eye for clever design, Simon Basher brings a fresh approach to reimagining the alphabet.

Children learn each letter of the alphabet through familiar music and fun interactive illustrations, including touch-and-feels, pull tabs, scratch-and-sniff objects, lift-up flaps, and more! ABC Sing-Along includes a CD, so children can play their favorite tracks again!

The ABCs of Yoga for Kids uses the alphabet, rhyming vignettes, and colorful illustrations to introduce children to yoga in a kid-friendly way. Each of the 56 different poses featured in the book delightfully promote flexibility, strength, and coordination while encouraging children to incorporate healthy activity into their daily lives.

Find out about all things British in this unusual alphabet picture book. A is for Arthur, B is for Beatles. this innovative new picture book delight looks at some of the things that give the UK its vibrant and unique cultural identity.

Very few alphabet books except theABeCedarios, that is! In this brightly colored book, the alphabet is presented in both Spanish and English, and includes the four additional letters--and whimsical animals--that make the Spanish alphabet so much fun.

In this wonderfully creative alphabet book, letters are pulled, twisted, reversed, and curled until they become part of what they represent.

Beep! Beep! Kids can zoom through the alphabet in this entertaining concept book with colorful bumper-to-bumper traffic they will love. From ambulances to Zambonis, each page describes and defines a vehicle or road sign with charming word play and sound words.

An A is an H that just won't stand up right, a B is a D with its belt on too tight, and a Z is an L in a tug-of-war fight! Twenty-six letters, unique from each other -- and yet, every letter looks just like one another! Kind of like...one big family.

The urban landscape will never look the same again. As Stephen T. Johnson demonstrates in a series of strikingly realistic pastels and watercolors, a simple sawhorse can contain the letter "A" while lampposts alongside a highway can form a row of elegant, soaring Ys.

Explore the beautiful miniature worlds this Caldecott Medalist has created for each letter of the alphabet. From A, an artist painting under an acorn tree, to Z, where zinnias grow outside the zoo, children are invited to find words that begin with the letter presented in each captivating scene.

Engaging alphabet books are perennial bestsellers with unlimited demand. As in their previous collaboration, the Woods bring lower-case letters to life in a fun adventure.

Bestselling writer Audrey Wood and her artist son Bruce Wood team up to present an alphabet book in this popular series. Now the little letters build a fire truck and save the day!

In Alphabetter, twenty-six boys and girls find themselves in twenty-six different predicaments when the alphabet refuses to cooperate with them. In the end, the solution turns out to be right on the next page, if only they can find it...

When a fierce wind threatens to blow all the little letters out of the alphabet tree, they must band together in words-and then sentences-to create a message that's even stronger than the wind- peace on earth. With their newfound knowledge, there's nothing the letters can't do in this gentle parable about the power of the written word.

An artist's approach to introducing the alphabet Mouse airbrushes the A, buttons the B, carves the C . . . Mouse is hard at work constructing each letter of the alphabet. He dyes the D, erases the E, and folds the F. Mouse works his way right through to Z, constructing an alphabet that surpasses even the wildest artistic imagination.

One day I chanced to stop for t and listen to sweet Mellow D, in her old H beside the sea, sing of her long-lost Mister E . She said he'd hid a treasure chest out on an I -land to the west. Just where it's buried she knew not. But X would surely mark the spot. Come join the lettermen of the Alphaboat as they cross the high seas on a treasure-hunting trip!

It's chaos! It's pandemonium! And it's definitely not as easy as A-B-C! Filled with visually humorous details, Bob Kolar's colorful illustrations are the perfect foil for Alethea Kontis's snappy story about the comic confusion that comes when the letters of the alphabet, like a class of unruly children, step out of order and show that each one has a mind of its own.

H gets top billing -- but a stubborn B has something scary to say -- as the inside-out alphabet gives a howl-arious Halloween performance.

From adoring alligators to zany zebras, the animals in this book are sure to keep you amused with their antics. And look at the acrobats! For they are a talented group indeed. Using only their bodies, these limber contortionists are merrily forming all twenty-six letters of the alphabet. The animals are impressed. You will be, too!

When an apple pie arrives piping hot on the kitchen table, a little pup does everything from A to Z to get his paws on it. He Ogles it. He Pines for it. But will his ABC antics land him a slice? 

Apples, Apples, Apples includes a recipe, an apple-print project, apple sayings, and an apple song for parents and children to share.

This gorgeous photographic ode to the alphabet takes the eye on a journey through the everyday world. Search for the curl of a "c" in pink shrimps in a pan, the hook of a "j" in a collection of clothes hangers, and the tail of a "q" in a keyring lying on a table.

A is for absolutely adorable animals. B is for best-selling illustrator and C is for the award-winning Charles Fuge, whose irresistible artwork makes this one of the most charming ABC books ever.

One brief acrostic poem for each letter of the alphabet from acorn to zero follows the fall season from end of summer to chilly conclusion.

"Beetles from A to Z are crawling all over this book. From the Dung Beetle to the Kalahari Beetle, these critters live all over the world. Jerry Pallotta's twentieth alphabet book is brimming with facts and his signature humor."

This classic Berenstain Bears story is a perfect way to teach children about the importance of overcoming bad habits!

With his signature blend of playfulness and sensitivity, Todd Parr explores all the different things you can do on your birthday: a day that's all about you! From spending your birthday by yourself to having a big party, receiving presents to receiving hugs, this book is a lively, inclusive introduction to birthday celebrations for any family.

What's better than getting a brand-new toy as a birthday gift? Playing with the box it came in! Climb in for a flight across the ocean, a jaunt on a sailing ship, some sledding down a slippery slope, and, of course, a brief stint as a robot!

Joyful collage illustrations and graceful rhyming couplets highlight special Christmas words, in alphabetical order, to tell the story of the Nativity. Fun to memorize, the verses as well as the book itself will be treasured holiday after holiday.

Gray Rabbit and Black-and-White Rabbit have their own adventures as they discover numbers and the alphabet.

Four friends, wanting to adopt a puppy named Penny, calculate that they can easily afford her dog food and raise money for other supplies by baking and selling doggy treats.

Using the perfect blend of sweetness and humor, this story of an adorable duo will win the hearts of the very youngest readers.

Everyone thought the wild blue girl was a nuisance. Everyone, that is, but Poul. This is a clever and inspiring story of how curiosity and observation can bring about change in the world.

With more than two million copies sold, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? has opened up a world of learning to a generation of children.

It all begins when Drew and Jonathan are doing what they do best--thinking up big plans for even bigger projects. Will they build a treehouse? A castle? A catapult? They have a whole lot of big ideas, but no one thinks they can do any of them! The twins brainstorm, scribble, and tinker until they have the perfect big plan.

Welcome to our nation's Capital, home of American government, world-renowned museums, and famous memorials and monuments. Fascinating facts about historic people and places complement Melmed's lively, informative verse, and Frané Lessac captures the unique brilliance of the city with her detailed, accessible, folk-style artwork.

While in the park Sophie decides she wants a cookie and throws a tantrum when her mother will not give her what she wants.

Pack your bags for an unforgettable trip! An unexpected mix of vintage illustrations and contemporary photos makes this word book about trains as entertaining to look at as it is to read.

From its unparalleled achievements in art and architecture (the Sistine Chapel), science and exploration (Galileo Galilei), music and literature (Stradivarius and Dante), the country of Italy has had a lasting and profound impact on the world.

Everyone's favourite red dog teaches the ABC's in his own playful manner.

Jerry Pallotta's trademark humor punctuates the informative text. Vibrant oil paintings bring to life a busy construction site.

The horse loves hay, the chickens need feed, the geese munch on corn, the hogs devour slop, the dog eats treats, but the cow loves...COOKIES?

The Dangerous Alphabet is a tale of adventure, piracy, danger, and heroism told in twenty-six alphabetical lines. A delightfully dangerous journey from national bestselling author Neil Gaiman and the monstrously talented Gris Grimly, The Dangerous Alphabet is sure to captivate and chill young readers.

George and Blaise are pen pals, and they write letters to each other about everything- their pets, birthdays, favorite sports, and science fair projects. There's just one thing that the two friends don't know- George is a human, while Blaise is a dragon! What will happen when these pen pals finally meet face-to-face?

D is for Dancing Dragon brings China's history and culture alive by describing its unique customs, artworks, music, foods, geography, and wildlife. This captivating book is sure to be of special interest to anyone curious about this beautiful and mysterious land.

What country holds the title as the world's smallest continent and yet the world's largest island? I stands for island, but one that's not too small.Our island is enormous. Just try to see it all! There's no place else quite like it.

D is for Drinking Gourd: An African American Alphabet showcases many of the remarkable achievements of and contributions from African Americans throughout our history.

It was a quiet night until--knock, knock, knock!--can that be a DUCK at the door?? Max the duck burst on the scene in this funny picture book.

Edward Lear's acrobatic rhymes insistently tumble from the tongue and celebrate the glorious fun of wordplay. Only Vladimir Radunsky's electric artwork could possibly capture this much energy. Within the quiet covers of this book, the artist springs loose the grandest kings, the highest of kites, a goose-stepping gander, and, even, Lear himself. The pages almost turn themselves.

The emperor can never find the perfect outfit until he meets the Rogue brothers, who can make clothes so special that only the coolest people are able to see them. But what happens when no one in the emperor's court can see the clothes-and the emperor can't either? Is no one cool enough or perhaps...there are no clothes to see?

Everyone in the Ellis family is excellent--except Ed. Ed wonders if this is why he isn't allowed to eat at the table or sit on the couch with the other children. So he's determined to find his own thing to be excellent at--only to be (inadvertently) outdone by a family member every time. Now Ed is really nervous--what if he's not excellent enough to belong in this family?

"A" is for more than just Apple in this exuberant and interactive alphabet book from the creators of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs.

In true alphabet book tradition, the author has found twenty-six of the most extraordinary past-inhabitants of the Earth. Jerry Pallotta and Ralph Masiello team up to provide exciting, accurate text and illustrations filled with unusual and amusing insight that will satisfy fans of all ages."

Follow an inviting new path to learning the alphabet. Every page of EyeLike Letters is a full-color visual feast of spectacular photos. Plants, animals, and landscapes create the perfect atmosphere for learning.

Feelings can be confusing when we don't have the words to express them. Engaging poems and illustrations help children build and use a vocabulary for communicating their emotions.

RING! A bell rings in the fire station. Fireman Fred and the other firefighters race across town to save the day. After putting out a fire and rescuing a cat from a tree, Fred meets a stray dog. It looks as if Fred has found himself a pet!

Botanical artist and Instagram sensation Flora Forager makes her children's picture book debut with this imaginative alphabet book featuring real and imaginary animals created with natural materials gathered from her botanical foraging in wild places and from her garden.

Expressing the passion felt for pets using all 26 letters of the alphabet accompanied by rhymes, colorful illustrations, and informative text, this tribute to dogs explores the canine obsession in a fresh and humorous way.

What's in a name? The letters of the alphabet, of course. And in this charming book, children learn the letters of the alphabet through other children's names.

Revealing the variety of life underground, the bright comfort of a greenhouse on a winter's day, or the anticipation of starting seeds indoors in early spring, this striking alphabet book celebrates the simple joys of gardening.

From A is for Apple to Z is for Zoe, these rascally animals just won't stop until they've romped through the whole alphabet. Patricia Polacco, beloved author and proud owner and friend of many goats, has created another wonderful book to be treasured by all.

B is for Binary, F is for Fibonacci, P is for Probability... even a small sample begins to give you the idea that this is a math book unlike any other.

Welcome to my silly dilly take on ABC. It's lots of fun and really odd, as you will quickly see, For they're no "leaping lizards" here, No "bears that bounce a ball" In fact, these zany critters have never been seen at all! So turn the page and cast a gaze on this menagerie, but don't forget the beasts within were all made up by me! -- Tiny DiTerlooney

From kittens to stars to yarn, there are so many things that can be found in the great green room. Search for them all as you learn your ABCs.

Letters of the alphabet are pictured in various imaginative positions.

An imaginative bedtime routine leads the trio through a castle, a volcano, and even the center of the Earth as they debate whose bunk is best. But at the end of it all, these foxes find a way to meet in the middle.

Little ones will enjoy this colorful book about a bunch of trick-ortreaters from A to Z (an angel, a ballerina, a cowboy, and so on) and their fun, "spooky" adventures around the neighborhood!

Open this unusual book and you'll be greeted by a striking image of an arrowhead, surrounded by a simple black frame. Lift the frame and the arrowhead will be magically transformed into the letter A. And so it goes, from Balloons, Cloud, and Door, through Leaf and Mice, to Yolk and Zipper.

Written by the son of a career officer, this book explores the branches of the Armed Services and speaks from the heart about the honor, privileges, and sacrifices of military families everywhere.

Pull out your pencils! Everyone's an artist in this lively and inspiring picture book full of wit, whimsy, and wacky imagination...and dragons, of course!

The company's dancers join limbs, twist, and grip to form 26 letters-- an alphabet made of the human body, captured in glorious color photographs. Alongside each letter, they've also composed a picture: Ants for A; Butterfly for B; Circus for C--and so on through Z, a human Zipper. Can you guess what each one shows? Pilobolus brings their creativity and hallmark visual style to a unique picture book.

I is for Idea explores the development of bicycles, zippers, toilets, computers, and many other inventions that we now take for granted in our daily lives. Readers will learn about the inventors and the genesis behind these ever-present and useful items.

From Bullock cart to Peacock, from Namaskar to Tea, this photographic alphabet is a celebration of India in all its vast and colourful diversity.

From A to Z, stunning color photographs depict everyday life in Nigeria, where the author-photographer grew up--but the images pictured also represent the rich diversity of Africa, and the warm family ties and traditional village life.

From the first woman to swim the English Channel to the first person to run a mile in under four minutes, there have been some incredible and amazing events and milestones in the world of sports. Now in A is for Amazing Moments: A Sports Alphabet, sportswriter Brad Herzog showcases those events that set sports records while impacting American history and world views.

In this delicious alphabet book, A is always for apples in the land of Mott's, and young readers can follow along from A to Z, from tree to vine and even underground to discover all things that grow. Full-color illustrations.

Four-time World Champion and professional figure skater Kurt Browning replaces his boots and blades with pen and paper in A is for Axel: An Ice Skating Alphabet.

Musk Ox, our rambunctious anti-hero, literally chews through the cover of this anarchic alphabet book. Having eaten the apple that A was supposed to be for, he blithely inserts himself, claiming A is for Musk Ox--because musk oxen are Awesome and live in the Arctic, which includes Alaska!

Experts know that sometimes the best way to teach a child what something is is to teach him what it isn't. Educator Wendy Ulmer applies that principle in her jaunty, out-of-the-box alphabet A isn't for Fox: An Isn't Alphabet.

Presenting the hippest alphabet book ever! A hoppin', swinging, clip-clop-ringing, bebop-singing romp through the letters that will keep your toes tapping all the way from alley cat to zoot suit.

Follow twenty-six monsters from A to Z playing in the sandbox, drawing pictures, jumping rope and learning their ABCs. The hilarious characters, colorful illustrations and surprise ending make this a lively way for anyone to learn the alphabet.

Who lit the first jack-o'-lantern? What creature of thenight must return to his grave by dawn? And why dowe holler "Trick or treat"? J is for Jack-O'-Lantern:A Halloween Alphabet invites you to come along on this A-Z adventure and celebration of all things that "go bump in the night."

Washington, D.C. is "hometown"" for every American. Each page is headed by an alliterative sentence that evokes an important theme - the "A" page reads, "America's anthem awakens awe" - and each page also features a paragraph of history.

From the author/illustrator of TIPTOE INTO KINDERGARTEN comes a new kindergarten book that focuses on the alphabet and on fun activities in and out of the classroom! On A day, we find acorns, On B day, we bring in our backpacks, And on C day, we change the calendar. Each and every day celebrates a letter of the alphabet with a fun-filled classroom scene.

It's never too soon to teach children the value of kindness. Even young children can learn to think of others, not just themselves, and to choose words and actions that help instead of hurt. Simple words and engaging illustrations invite children to show kindness in their daily lives.

As soft April showers make our hearts sing, let's find the sweetness of God's gentle spring. Discover both God's world and the alphabet through the refreshing newness of springtime experiences.

A fun and thrilling range of planes, trains, automobiles, and more takes readers on a ride through this charming early-learning book.

Letters and Sounds is brimming with developmentally appropriate centers, activities, games. and songs that are perfect for helping young children learn to name alphabet letters, separate sounds in spoken words, and associate sounds with letters.

The rain forest is teeming with life--hundreds of mammals, birds, amphibians, and fish, and millions of species of insects. Readers of all ages can discover this mysterious and beautiful habitat--and why it is worth saving--in this exquisitely illustrated alphabet book.

Get ready to roll through the alphabet with a jaunty cast of busy little peas. Featuring a range of zippy characters from Acrobat Peas to Zoologist Peas, this delightful picture book highlights a variety of interests, hobbies, and careers--each one themed to a letter of the alphabet--and gives a wonderful sense of the colorful world we live in.

Mrs. Tuttle has her hands full with a class of twenty-five boys -- and to make matters worse, they're all named Matthew! Could there be room for one more Matthew? Mrs. Tuttle thinks so...and she doesn't even have trouble figuring out which boy is which. The new Matthew fits right in with the others as readers discover that each Matthew is unique in his own special, alphabetical way.

A beautifully illustrated alphabet book created for preschoolers ages 2 and up, uniquely showcasing the talents of renowned children's author and illustrator Ruth Heller. Featuring full-color illustrations for each letter of the alphabet and amusing verses introducing the different sounds each letter makes when spoken.

M is for Masterpiece, a comprehensive guide to fine art written for children provides satisfying answers to such questions, and more.

Now cat lovers of all ages can discover what's lurking behind kitty's twitching tail and bewitching eyes in M is for Meow: A Cat Alphabet. Beginning readers enjoy the simple rhymes, while older children discover facts about each letter topic in the accompanying sidebar expository.

This alphabet book brings the topic of economics down to a child's level, using tangible examples and scenarios to explain complex ideas. M is for Money uses snappy rhymes and expository text to introduce subjects ranging from supply and demand to taxes.

Readers will meet the fascinating main characters featured in many myths and legends.

Music and the alphabet have always gone together. Don't kids learn their letters by singing the ABCs? But you've never seen--or heard--a musical alphabet like this one. Beloved tunes. Unusual instruments. Legendary virtuosos. From anthems to zydeco, the language of music and the music of language harmonize in one superb symphony.

Miss Spider's friends prepare a surprise party for her, during the course of which children will learn the alphabet, and about insects and their colors, all in one delightful package.

The letter "O" has had it with always being in the middle! So she imagines moving, instead, to the head of the line. Enough with the alphabet--they'll call it the olphabet! While being first has its obvious perks, "O" begins to realize that much would also be lost, including friends. After going from "A" to "Z," "O" will find the right place to be.

Perfect for gift-giving, here is the alphabet book to top all others, an over-sized work of brilliance from the illustrator of the #1 New York Times bestselling; The Day the Crayons Quit!

Discover an alphabet like no other! In his first picture book, graphic artist Paul Thurlby presents a stunning alphabet that helps to make the shape of each letter memorable.

Pete the Cat bites into a bad banana and decides that he never, ever wants to eat another banana again. But Pete really likes bananas! Will a rotten bite ruin Pete's love for this tasty fruit?

Snow White had her Prince Charming and Victoria had her Albert. P is for Princess: A Royal Alphabet gives an enchanting A to Z tour of the world of kings, queens, and the stories behind the thrones. Monarchs real and make-believe are examined, along with their accompanying legends and histories.

This fun and educational ABC book takes a look at golf's illustrious history and stars in the easy-to-read rhyming text that follows the heroics of Babe Didrikson Zaharias to the splendor of the Master to the mystery of the dimples of every golf ball.

Life on the prairie is depicted in this rhyming alphabet book.

From acrostics and ballads to meter and metaphor, author and poet Judy Young has written a delightful collection of poems to illustrate poetic tools, terms, and techniques.

This buoyant and richly illustrated ABC picture book follows six Haitian children on their way to school--a Coretta Scott King Award winner!

The captain of this brave and bumbling pirate crew has ordered them to capture the entire alphabet--and they'll walk the plank if they're missing a single letter!

Mankind's negative impact on Mother Earth is tremendous and daily bad news can make it feel overwhelming. But all is not lost! S is for Save the Planet: A How-to-Be-Green Alphabet details the many environmental issues we face and then suggests easy-to-take actions that anyone can do

The Skull Alphabet Book makes young readers use their brains. Incredibly rich, realistic, and inventive oil paintings by Ralph Masiello lay a trail of clever clues to the identity of the animals represented only by their skulls.

It's sleepy time in Alphabet Town. But the twenty-six little letters of the alphabet all have something they need--or want--to do before BIG-letter moms and dads tuck them in.

Little ones can count along with Mother Rabbit through her rambling house and garden as she tucks in a whole alphabet of baby bunnies, from Abel through Zed.

Ever since its first publication in 1987 as Halloween ABC, this collection of poems by renowned poet Eve Merriam and images from Caldecott Honor artist Lane Smith has been mesmerizing readers young and old. Now it's been 'spooked up,' so a whole new generation of youngsters can relish this voyage through the alphabet! But beware! The T is for TRAP, so read with care!

Welcome to an amusement park unlike any you've seen before. From Alligators in the Air, through to the Zebra Zeppelin, the reader is provided with an elegant ticket that admits them onto rides at turns thrilling, mysterious, spectacular-and always breathtaking to look at.

T is for Teachers: A School Alphabet is a crisp, clever text from the minds of Steven and Deborah Layne to keep children engaged as they are taken on an educational tour of the one-room schoolhouses, the roles of custodians and principals, and more that lay between the covers.

At every turn these letters are full of surprises. Imagine! What other things can you discover hiding in the alphabet?

From Arty to Zach, the Pirates of the Alphabet are the most colorful crew on the high sea; join 'em if you dare! Pirates wanted for the alphabetical journey, no rules, good rhymes, big adventure, bigger squids, safe return not guaranteed.

The Prince may be a frog, but that's not going to stop these lively lasses from attending the ball. Starting with Princess Alice (who's first to the palace) all the way through Princess Zaire, these girls show that getting there can be half the fun. Full of vibrant, witty details, this frog's-eye view of palace life is a colorful way to learn the alphabet.

A wonderful blend of facts and humor makes learning about vegetable gardening fun and easy. Learn about fiddleheads, munchkin pumpkins, snow peas, walla wallas, and more.

Aster, Bluebonnet, Columbine--Diana Pomeroy's intricately carved and appliquéd potato prints become a beautiful bouquet of American wildflowers in this striking companion to One Potato: A Counting Book of Potato Prints.

In W is for Waves: An Ocean Alphabet water enthusiasts and budding scientists are given an A to Z tour of the ocean's depths and the creatures that inhabit them.

W is for Wind: A Weather Alphabet is a swirl of information that answers these questions and many more. Readers will learn that yes, our atmosphere has weight! And if it's sunny, chances are it's heavy. When the atmosphere is lighter, grab your galoshes!

This math and science series is sure to tickle the funny bones of young readers as it introduces them to basic concepts.

The letter Z is tired of being in last place--she wants to go first! So she and her best friend, Y, decide to move to the front of the alphabet. There are a lot of letters in the way!

This glorious new picture book is by the author of Milo's Hat Trick (a Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2001). This alphabet story follows the letter Z as he returns home from work, passing characters which suggest a familiar shape.

In the mold of our very popular series of state alphabet books, we offer Z is for Zamboni to hockey fans young and old across North America.

Roland Smith, award-winning writer, and 20-year zookeeper introduces readers to little known facts. Z is for Zookeeper gives children a front-row seat at the zoo-one of the ultimate childhood places.

In Alphabreaths, children will learn their ABCs and the basics of mindfulness through playful breathing exercises. Breaths like Mountain Breath and Redwood Breath will connect them with nature, while breaths like Heart Breath and Wish Breath will help them remember to fill their heart with gratitude and send good wishes to others. Simple, playful, and with delightful illustrations, Alphabreaths is the perfect introduction to mindfulness and breath awareness.