Books by Bill Martin Jr.

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom (Chicka Chicka Book, A)

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

There is always enough room on your child’s bookshelf for this rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children’s favorite for over thirty years!

A told B,
and B told C,
“I’ll meet you at the
top of the coconut tree”

In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom!

Countless children—and their parents—can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault’s rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert’s bold, cheerful art. This winning combination has made the Chicka Chicka series an enduring classic.

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom (Chicka Chicka Book, A)

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

There is always enough room on your child’s bookshelf for this rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children’s favorite for over thirty years!

A told B,
and B told C,
“I’ll meet you at the
top of the coconut tree”

In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom!

Countless children—and their parents—can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault’s rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert’s bold, cheerful art. This winning combination has made the Chicka Chicka series an enduring classic.

Chicka Chicka ABC (Chicka Chicka Book, A)

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

Race to the top of the coconut tree with this delightful alphabet rhyme from the creators of Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.

A told B,
and B told C,
"I'll meet you at the top of the coconut tree."

So begins the lively alphabet rhyme that children and their parents love to recite. Martin and Archambault's rhythmic chant and Caldecott Honor artist Lois Ehlert's bold, cheerful art make this rollicking story an ideal companion to Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.

Simon & Schuster Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Paperback

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

There is always enough room on your child’s bookshelf for this rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children’s favorite for over thirty years!

A told B,
and B told C,
“I’ll meet you at the
top of the coconut tree”

In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom!

Countless children—and their parents—can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault’s rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert’s bold, cheerful art. This winning combination has made the Chicka Chicka series an enduring classic.

Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3

by Bill Martin Jr., Michael Sampson

1 told 2
and 2 told 3,
"I'll race you to the top
of the apple tree."
One hundred and one numbers climb the apple tree in this bright, rollicking, joyous book for young children. As the numerals pile up and bumblebees threaten, what's the number that saves the day? (Hint: It rhymes with "hero.") Read and count and play and laugh to learn the surprising answer.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Board Book

by Bill Martin Jr., Eric Carle

A big happy frog, a plump purple cat, a handsome blue horse, and a soft yellow duck--all parade across the pages of this delightful book. Children will immediately respond to Eric Carle's flat, boldly colored collages. Combined with Bill Martin's singsong text, they create unforgettable images of these endearing animals.

Oso polar, oso polar, ¿qué es ese ruido? (Brown Bear and Friends) (Spanish Edition)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Oso polar, Oso polar, ¿qué es ese ruido? es el libro acompañante del clásico Oso pardo, oso pardo, ¿qué ves ahí?

El texto simple y rítmico de Bill Martin Jr. invita a los escuchantes jóvenes a cantar junto a los sonidos de los animales en el zoológico, desde el rebuzno de la cebra hasta el trompar del elefante. El arte brillante e imaginativa de Eric Carle son la pareja perfecta para este texto divertido que mantiene a los niños y las niñas cautivos lectura tras lectura.

Oso Pardo, Oso Pardo, ¿qué Ves Ahí? (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

The beloved classic in a Spanish language edition, now available in board book format.

Edición en español del clásico libro ilustrado Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?. Bill Martin Jr.'s rhythmic text speaks directly to young children, and Eric Carle's gorgeous illustrations hold children enraptured reading after reading.

With this translation of Oso pardo, oso pardo, ¿qué ves ahí?, Spanish-speaking and bilingual children will now be able to share the magic of the beloved Brown Bear and his friends.

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by Bill Martin Jr.

What will you hear when you read this book to a preschool child?

Lots of noise!

Children will chant the rhythmic words. They'll make the sounds the animals make. And they'll pretend to be the zoo animals featured in the book-- look at the last page!

Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle are two of the most respected names in children's education and children's illustrations. This collaboration, their first since the classic Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? (published more than thirty years ago and still a best-seller) shows two masters at their best.

A Redbook Children's Picture Book Award winner

The rollicking companion to Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?

Mini Tab: Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? and the 10th anniversary of Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? with this special, small lift-the-tab board book edition of Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See?

Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? is the final collaboration from this bestselling author-illustrator team. Young readers will enjoy Baby Bear's quest to find Mama, and they'll revel in identifying each of the native North American animals that appear along the way. The central focus on the special bond between mama and baby makes a fitting finale to a beloved series. Now in a special lift-the-tab board-book for the 10th anniversary!

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? 50th Anniversary Edition Padded Board Book (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the ever-popular Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? with the complete unabridged text and art, available for the first time in padded board book.

With a soft, touchable cover, this edition is perfect for the youngest of readers! Little hands will love holding this padded board book edition of the classic Brown Bear. Readers will discover the classic rhythmic text featuring colorful animals, brought to life in Eric Carle's powerful collage art.

This title has Common Core connections.

The Maestro Plays

by Bill Martin Jr.

In this cunningly, punningly performed tour de force, Maestros Bill Martin Jr and Vladimir Radunsky show readers just how masterfully they can play with words (while also teaching them about adverbs).

Bravo! Bravissimo!

"Fire! Fire!" Said Mrs. McGuire

by Bill Martin Jr.

A group of silly mice live happily in a cozy closet, until one day they spot a menacing orange glow through their keyhole. It must be . . . fire! What will they do? "Water! Water!" says Mrs. Votter. "Break down the door!" says Mrs. Orr. But is all the fuss really necessary?

Bill Martin Jr's classic text gets a fresh update from Vladimir Radunsky. With the wry wit that fans have come to expect, Radunsky creates a wacky world of bumbling rodents behind the closet door. And for more fun, a keyhole cutout reveals a delightful surprise ending.

Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?: Slide and Find (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Hot on the heels of Slide and Find Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do You See?, is this Slide and Find edition of the final collaboration between Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle, Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?

The author-illustrator team turns their talents to the theme of animal conservation, introducing children to some of the world's most endangered species through Bill Martin Jr's rhythmic, repetitive text and Eric Carle's vibrant images. This Priddy edition is a great way to make story time interactive – on each spread, there is a sliding door for children to open, so they can discover for themselves what the next animal in this engaging story will be.

Encourages multiple early learning skills, including word/picture association, hand-eye coordination, and helps children to learn about the world around them.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Slide and Find (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Eric Carle's familiar illustrations of brown bear, red bird, yellow duck and the other endearing animals from his classic creation parade across the pages of this great Slide and Find interactive board book.

As each page is turned, a new animal and its color are introduced, accompanied by Bill Martin Jr.'s singsong, rhyming question-and-response text to read aloud or listen to. There are sliding doors throughout the book, which children will just love to open, so they can discover what the next animal in this engaging story will be.

Polar Bear, Polar Bear What Do You Hear? sound book (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

A new edition of this all-time favorite children's tale to delight children and parents alike. Bill Martin's playful story introduces a parade of rowdy zoo animals, all illustrated in Eric Carle's instantly recognisable, clean, crisp style. A perfect addition to this fun, noisy tale is a ten button sound panel. As each new animal appears on the bright, colorful pages, children will love to find, then press the right button to hear the noises that the braying zebra, roaring lion, fluting flamingo and other amazing animals make.Quick tip: There is a clear, plastic protector over the buttons that needs to be removed before using and there is a sliding button on the book to activate/deactivate the sounds. The slide must be pushed to the "on" position in order for the sounds to function.

Kitty Cat, Kitty Cat, Are You Waking Up?

by Bill Martin Jr., Michael Sampson

Kitty Cat should be getting ready for school, but instead, she's practicing her purr, looking for her socks, chasing a little mouse, and more. Will Kitty Cat make it out of the house in time for school? Adorable pastel illustrations rendered in watercolor paints and colored pencil bring Kitty Cat so close you'll want to reach out and touch her!
The author and illustrator of Kitty Cat, Kitty Cat, Are You Waking Up? have donated this book to the Worldreader program

I Pledge Allegiance

by Bill Martin Jr., Pat Mora, Michael Sampson, Libby Martinez

Libby's great aunt, Lobo, is from Mexico, but the United States has been her home for many years, and she wants to become a U.S. citizen. At the end of the week, Lobo will say the Pledge of Allegiance at a special ceremony. Libby is also learning the Pledge this week, at school—at the end of the week, she will stand up in front of everyone and lead the class in the Pledge. Libby and Lobo practice together—asking questions and sharing stories and memories—until they both stand tall and proud, with their hands over their hearts.

I Pledge Allegiance

by Bill Martin Jr., Pat Mora, Michael Sampson, Libby Martinez

"Finally, here's a picture book that helps young children move beyond rote recitation of the Pledge to find meaning in its language. This is the book parents and teachers have been waiting for." — Booklist(starred review)

"I led a pigeon to the flag" . . . "and to the wee puppet" . . . "one nation, and a vegetable" . . . What was that again? Children in the United States have been reciting the Pledge of Allegiance since 1892 — and for about that long, they've found its big words confusing. Beloved children's book author Bill Martin Jr., fellow literacy expert Michael Sampson, and Caldecott Honor-winning artist Chris Raschka give America's children a hand and explain this patriotic poem once and for all. This paperback edition offers notes and suggested activities to help parents and teachers make this book even more interesting to and fun for children.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? My First Reader

by Bill Martin Jr.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? and Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? beginning readers:

These beloved children's stories are now available in beginning reader format.
With the important pre-reading concepts of rhyme, rhythm, and repetition, these picture books have long been used as beginning readers. Now, with a 6" x 9" trim and a classic beginning reader layout, children will have a more "grown up" version to read by themselves.
Complete with an introduction by master educator Laura Robb, and with fun reading activities added, these new versions of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? and Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? are certain to appeal to a new age group and find an even wider audience.

Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? My First Reader

by Bill Martin Jr.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? and Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? beginning readers:

These beloved children's stories are now available in beginning reader format.
With the important pre-reading concepts of rhyme, rhythm, and repetition, these picture books have long been used as beginning readers. Now, with a 6" x 9" trim and a classic beginning reader layout, children will have a more "grown up" version to read by themselves.
Complete with an introduction by master educator Laura Robb, and with fun reading activities added, these new versions of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? and Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? are certain to appeal to a new age group and find an even wider audience.

Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? 20th Anniversary Edition with CD (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Since its publication twenty years ago, Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle's bestselling collaboration, Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? has become a perpetual favorite for generations of teachers, parents, and children, selling more than 7 million copies in various formats and languages.

To celebrate Polar Bear's 20th birthday, this special anniversary edition is a larger size, has an updated cover, and includes an audio CD. Polar Bear fans will be able to read along as Gwyneth Paltrow reads the story to them.

We invite you to enjoy Bill Martin's rhythmic text and Eric Carle's stunning illustrations in a whole new way!

Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? 1st Edition (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle are two of the most respected names in children's education and children's illustrations. This collaboration, Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?, their first since the classic Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? (published decades ago and still a bestseller) shows two masters at their best.

What will you hear when you read this book to a preschool child?

Lots of noise!

Children will chant the rhythmic words. They'll make the sounds the animals make. And they'll pretend to be the zoo animals featured in the book-- look at the last page!

A Redbook Children's Picture Book Award winner

The rollicking companion to Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?

Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle are two of the most respected names in children's education and children's illustrations. This collaboration, Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?, their first since the classic Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? (published decades ago and still a bestseller) shows two masters at their best.

What will you hear when you read this book to a preschool child?

Lots of noise!

Children will chant the rhythmic words. They'll make the sounds the animals make. And they'll pretend to be the zoo animals featured in the book-- look at the last page!

A Redbook Children's Picture Book Award winner

The rollicking companion to Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?

Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?

by Bill Martin Jr., Eric Carle

The author and illustrator team behind the classic Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What do you see? turn their extraordinary talents ot the theme of animal conservation.

Thirty-five years after their first groundbreaking collaboration, the creators of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? and Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? reunite to address the important topic of animal conservation. A Bald Eagle soars, a Spider Monkey swings, a Macaroni Penguin struts, and a Red Wolf sneaks through Bill Martin Jr's rhythmic text and Eric Carle's vibrant images, and all are watched over by our best hope for the future-a dreaming child.

Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? is a 2004 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.

Up and Down on the Merry-Go-Round

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

In this "rollicking celebration of everyone's favorite ride” (Kirkus Reviews), Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault, and Ted Rand capture the fun of the carousel in this beloved children's picture book, Up and Down on the Merry-Go-Round.

In this rhyming story that's perfect for reading aloud and along, children describe the sights and sounds of riding on the merry-go-round from atop the colorful menagerie of horses, elephants, and giraffes that carry them into imaginative adventures.

Barn Dance! (Reading Rainbow)

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

In an old farmhouse, bathed in the light of a full moon, a young boy creeps to his bedroom window and looks outside. Was that a voice he just heard, or the hooting of an owl? There it is again:

Come a little closer...
Come a little closer...
Listen to the night...
There's music in the air...

Beckoned by the voice, the boy sneaks downstairs, out the door, and walks toward the barn. As he gets closer he hears the sweet sound of a country fiddler and the rhythmic thumping of dancing feet. But who could possibly be having a barn dance in the middle of the night?

Knots on a Counting Rope

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault, Ted Rand

In this poignant story, the counting rope is a metaphor for the passage of time and for a boy’s emerging confidence in facing his blindness.

Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? (My First Reader)

by Bill Martin Jr.

The publication of Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? and Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? completes the bear book beginning reader series. Now, children can read all four books on their own in this special format.

With the important pre-reading concepts of rhyme, rhythm, and repetition, these picture books have long been used as beginning readers. The new 6 x 9 trim and classic beginning reader layout create a more "grown up" version to read by themselves.

Complete with a letter from master educator Laura Robb, and with fun reading activities added, these new versions of Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? and Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? are certain to appeal to a new age group and find an even wider audience.

Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? (My First Reader)

by Bill Martin Jr.

The publication of Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? and Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? completes the bear book beginning reader series. Now, children can read all four books on their own in this special format.

With the important pre-reading concepts of rhyme, rhythm, and repetition, these picture books have long been used as beginning readers. The new 6 x 9 trim and classic beginning reader layout create a more "grown up" version to read by themselves.

Complete with a letter from master educator Laura Robb, and with fun reading activities added, these new versions of Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? and Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? are certain to appeal to a new age group and find an even wider audience.
Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? is a 2004 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.

Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? is the final collaboration from this bestselling author-illustrator team. Young readers will enjoy Baby Bear's quest to find Mama, and they'll revel in identifying each of the native North American animals that appear along the way. The central focus on the special bond between mother and child makes a fitting finale to a beloved series.

These groundbreaking picture books have been teaching children to read for over forty years, and their consistently strong sales prove their staying power and continued applicability for today's kids.

A Children's Book-of-the-Month Club Main Selection

Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? is the final collaboration from the bestselling author-illustrator team of Bill Martin, Jr., and Eric Carle. Young readers will enjoy Baby Bear's quest to find Mama, and they'll revel in identifying each of the native North American animals that appear along the way. The central focus on the special bond between mother and child makes a fitting finale to a beloved series.

These groundbreaking picture books have been teaching children to read for over forty years, and their consistently strong sales prove their staying power and continued applicability for today's kids.

A Children's Book-of-the-Month Club Main Selection

Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? Board Book

by Bill Martin Jr.

The third book in the bestselling Bear series, now in board book format

Thirty-five years after their first groundbreaking collaboration, the creators of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? and Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? reunited to address the important topic of animal conservation. A Bald Eagle soars, a Spider Monkey swings, a Macaroni Penguin struts, and a Red Wolf sneaks through Bill Martin Jr's rhythmic text and Eric Carle's vibrant images, and all are watched over by our best hope for the future―a dreaming child.

We are delighted to offer Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle's beloved tribute to endangered animals in a board book edition.

Brown Bear & Friends Board Book Gift Set: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?; Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?; and Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

With more than 6.5 million copies sold in board book alone, Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle's classic Bear books have been a hit with young children for many generations. Now, for the first time, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?; Polar Bear, Polar Bear,What Do You Hear?; and Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? are available together in a boxed board book gift set―perfect for every baby's first library.
This title has Common Core connections.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?

by Bill Martin Jr., Eric Carle

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. For this edition, created for the twenty-fifth anniversay in 1992, Bill Martin, Jr., restored his text to its original wording. And Eric Carle created all new pictures--based on the originals, but clearer, brighter, and truer to the colors they represent.

Bill Martin has been devoted to writing children's books for more than thirty years. He has a Ph.D. in early childhood education and he has long been a proponent of using rhyme and rhythm to teach young children how to read.

Eric Carle, illustrator of many beloved children's books, was born in the United States, but spent his early years in Stuttgart, Germany, where he studied art and design at the Academy of Applied Art. Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? was the first book he illustrated.

This title has Common Core connections.

Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? 10th Anniversary Edition (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Ten years ago, the creators of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? and Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? reunited to address the important topic of animal conservation. The result, Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?, became an instant classic.

A Bald Eagle soars, a Spider Monkey swings, a Macaroni Penguin struts, and a Red Wolf sneaks through Bill Martin Jr's rhythmic text and Eric Carle's vibrant images, and all are watched over by our best hope for the future―a dreaming child.

Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

The author and illustrator team behind the classic Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What do you see? turn their extraordinary talents to the theme of animal conservation.

Thirty-five years after their first groundbreaking collaboration, the creators of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? and Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? reunite to address the important topic of animal conservation. A Bald Eagle soars, a Spider Monkey swings, a Macaroni Penguin struts, and a Red Wolf sneaks through Bill Martin Jr's rhythmic text and Eric Carle's vibrant images, and all are watched over by our best hope for the future-a dreaming child.

Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Thirty-five years after their first groundbreaking collaboration, the creators of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? and Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? reunite to address the important topic of animal conservation. A Bald Eagle soars, a Spider Monkey swings, a Macaroni Penguin struts, and a Red Wolf sneaks through Bill Martin Jr.'s rhythmic text and Eric Carle's vibrant images, and all are watched over by our best hope for the future―a dreaming child.

Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See? is a 2004 Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year.

Bear Book Readers Paperback Boxed Set: All Four My First Reader Bear Books, plus Fun Reading Activities and Limited-Edition Poster

by Bill Martin Jr.

Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle's classic Bear books have been a hit with children, parents, and teachers for many generations and have sold more than eleven million copies.

With a 6" x 9" trim and a classic beginning reader layout, these books give children a more "grown up" version to read by themselves.

This boxed set of all four beloved bear books in paperback invites readers to enjoy Bill Martin Jr's rhythmic text and Eric Carle's stunning illustrations in a brand-new way!

Bear Book Readers Paperback Boxed Set contains:
Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See?
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?
Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?: 40th Anniversary Edition (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Four decades ago, Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle collaborated on their first book together, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Since then, Brown Bear has become a perpetual favorite for generations of teachers, parents, and children, selling more than 7 million copies in various formats and languages.
To celebrate Brown Bear's 40th birthday, this special anniversary edition is a larger size, has an updated cover, and includes an audio CD. Brown Bear fans will be able to read along with the story as it's read on the CD and hear the author and illustrator talk about this beloved book.
We invite you to enjoy Bill Martin's rhythmic text and Eric Carle's stunning illustrations in a whole new way!

Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? Board Book (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? is the final collaboration from this bestselling author-illustrator team.Young readers will enjoy Baby Bear's quest to find Mama, and they'll revel in identifying each of the native North American animals that appear along the way. The central focus on the special bond between mama and baby makes a fitting finale to a beloved series. Now in board-book format for the youngest readers.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? / Oso pardo, oso pardo, ¿qué ves ahí? (Bilingual board book - English / Spanish)

by Bill Martin Jr.

A big happy frog, a plump purple cat, a handsome blue horse, and a soft yellow duck-- all parade across the pages of this delightful bilingual edition of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What do you See? (Oso pardo, oso parado, que ves ¿qué ves ahí?).

Children will immediately respond to Eric Carle's flat, boldly colored collages. Combined with Bill Martin Jr.'s singsong text, they create unforgettable images of these endearing animals.

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom (Book & CD)

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

There is always enough room on your child’s bookshelf for this rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children’s favorite for over thirty years!

A told B,
and B told C,
“I’ll meet you at the
top of the coconut tree”

In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom!

Countless children—and their parents—can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault’s rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert’s bold, cheerful art. This winning combination has made the Chicka Chicka series an enduring classic.

This special paperback edition comes with a CD so you can listen as you read along!

Chicka Chicka ABC: Lap Edition (Chicka Chicka Book, A)

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

Race to the top of the coconut tree with this delightful alphabet rhyme from the creators of Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.

A told B,
and B told C,
"I'll meet you at the top of the coconut tree."

So begins the lively alphabet rhyme that children and their parents love to recite. Martin and Archambault's rhythmic chant and Caldecott Honor artist Lois Ehlert's bold, cheerful art make this rollicking story an ideal companion to Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

There is always enough room on your child’s bookshelf for this rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children’s favorite for over thirty years!

A told B,
and B told C,
“I’ll meet you at the
top of the coconut tree”

In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom!

Countless children—and their parents—can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault’s rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert’s bold, cheerful art. This winning combination has made the Chicka Chicka series an enduring classic.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? (Book & CD)

by Bill Martin Jr.

With more than 7 million copies in print in various formats and languages, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Is one of the most treasured children's books of all time. Now, more than 40 years after its first printing, this classic is finally available in a new, affordable paperback and CD edition.
The narration, provided by Academy Award winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow, comes from a Grammy-nominated recording, which is sure to bring warmth and humor to children and parents alike.
A special bonus Spanish-language track is included on the audio CD.

Ten Little Caterpillars

by Bill Martin Jr.

Ten little caterpillars are out and about in our big, wide world--come join them! You never know what you might find. . . . A butterfly, perhaps?

Readers of all ages have celebrated the work of Bill Martin Jr and Lois Ehlert ever since their first collaboration on Chicka Chicka Boom Boom more than twenty-five years ago. Now these two picture-book geniuses are together again in this dynamic and visually stunning counting-and-natural history picture book that's just perfect for reading aloud--and comes complete with a glossary filled with intriguing information about all of the caterpillar stars!

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom (Board Book)

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

There is always enough room on your child’s bookshelf for this Classic Board Book edition of the rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children’s favorite for over thirty years!

A told B,
and B told C,
“I’ll meet you at the
top of the coconut tree”

In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom!

Countless children—and their parents—can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault’s rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert’s bold, cheerful art. This winning combination has made the Chicka Chicka series an enduring classic.

Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3 (Chicka Chicka Book, A)

by Bill Martin Jr., Michael Sampson

A beloved classic, and bestselling companion to Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, is now available as an oversize board book!

1 told 2
and 2 told 3,
“I'll race you to the top
of the apple tree.”

This counting-themed companion to the perennially bestselling Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, with rhythmic text from Bill Martin Jr and Michael Sampson and vibrant illustrations from Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert, is a welcome addition to any collection. And now that this classic romp is available as a lap-size board book, a new generation of Chicka Chicka fans can sit down with a celebrated story.

Listen to Our World

by Bill Martin Jr., Michael Sampson

From beloved storytellers Bill Martin Jr. and Michael Sampson and with shimmering illustrations by Caldecott Honor artist Melissa Sweet comes a celebration of the animals all around us!

Squawk! Hiss! Grr! Roar!

Big, small, black, brown—all kinds of animals make their home in our world. From the jungle to the mountains to your own backyard, listen and you just might hear the sounds they make!

Words (Chicka Chicka Book, A)

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

From the creators of the bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom comes a lively parade of fancy, dancy, prancy words!

Some words are long.
Some words are short.
Some words are fancy.
Some words are dancy.

Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault’s rhythmic text about first words is the perfect fit for Lois Ehlert’s bold, bright, cheerful art. This winning combination makes this book a must-have for all Chicka Chicka Boom Boom fans!

Chica chica bum bum (Chicka Chicka Boom Boom) (Chicka Chicka Book, A) (Spanish Edition)

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

The bestselling children’s board book, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, is now available in Spanish!

Chica chica bum bum, el éxito de ventas en edición de pasta dura, está ahora disponible en español.

A told B,
And B told C,
“I’ll meet you at the top
of the coconut tree.”

A le dijo a B
y B le dijo a C:
—En el cocotero,
¡allí te esperaré!

When all the letters of the alphabet race one another up the coconut tree, will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka BOOM! BOOM!

Cuando todas las letras del alfabeto corren hasta el cocotero, ¿Habrá suficiente espacio? ¡Oh, no! Chica chica ¡BUM! ¡BUM!

Roll along on wave of fun in this lively alphabet rhyme. Bill Martin Jr and John Archambault’s rhythmic chant and Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert’s ranbow of bright, bold, cheerful colors make the merry parade of letters unforgettable.

Sígueles el paso en esta divertida y animada rima del abecedario que ahora está disponible en edición clásica de libro de cartón. El canto rítmico de Bill Martin Jr y John Archambault, ilustrado por Lois Ehlert, ganadora del Premio de Honor de Caldecott, es un arco iris de brillantes, llamativos y joviales colores que hace que este alegre desfile de letras sea inolvidable.

I Love Our Earth

by Bill Martin Jr., Michael R. Sampson

Celebrate our home in this joyous, poetic tribute to the Earth's colors, climates, and seasons. Panoramic photographs capture the majesty of nature from swirling deserts to curling ocean waves. Close-ups reveal quieter treasures like springy moss and sunlit leaves. Tying all these wonders together are the faces of children from around the globe, reflecting our shared connection to the planet.

Brown Bear & Friends Little Bear Library (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Available for the first time, this junior library brings together miniature paper-over-board editions of all four bear books from renowned author-illustrator duo Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle.

Kids and collectors will love this tiny treatment of the classic series, with complete unabridged editions of each story. Young readers will discover the colors of the classic Brown Bear, the sounds of Polar Bear, the endangered species of Panda Bear, and the North American animals of Baby Bear.

This set includes:
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?
Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?
Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See?

This title has Common Core connections.

Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? 10th Anniversary Edition with Audio CD (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Happy birthday, Baby Bear!

Since its publication ten years ago, Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? has joined Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle's other bestselling bear books as a perpetual favorite. Millions of children, as well as their parents and teachers, have loved meeting the animals featured in these pages.

Now you can enjoy Baby Bear in a larger format that showcases Eric Carle's vibrant art alongside Bill Martin Jr's familiar, rhythmic text. At the back of the book, you will find a CD on which Gwyneth Paltrow reads this classic story―as she has many times with her own children.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? 50th Anniversary Edition with audio CD (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

A special 50th Anniversary Edition of the classic Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, complete with audio CD read by Gwyneth Paltrow.

Fifty years ago, Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle collaborated on their first book together, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Since then, Brown Bear has become a perpetual favorite for generations of teachers, parents, and children.

To celebrate Brown Bear's 50th birthday, this special anniversary edition is a larger size, has an updated cover, and includes an audio CD. Brown Bear fans will be able to read along with the story as it's read on the CD and hear the author and illustrator talk about this beloved book.

This title has Common Core connections.

Lift-the-Tab: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? 50th Anniversary Edition (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

In honor of its fiftieth Anniversary, the classic Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? is available for the first time as a lift-the-tab board book.

With the complete and unabridged text and art of the classic Brown Bear story, this lift-the-tab format celebrates the fiftieth Anniversary with a brand-new look and feel. Readers will discover the classic rhythmic text featuring colorful animals, brought to life in Eric Carle's powerful collage art.

This title has Common Core connections.

Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? / Oso polar, oso polar, ¿qué es ese ruido? (Bilingual board book - English / Spanish)

by Bill Martin Jr.

A bilingual English and Spanish board book edition of Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle's classic picture book Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? / Oso polar, oso polar, ¿qué es ese ruido?

Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? is the companion book to the classic Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Bill Martin's simple, rhythmic text invites young listeners to chant along with the sounds of the animals in the zoo, from braying zebras to trumpeting elephants. Eric Carle's vibrant and imaginative illustrations are the perfect match for the playful text, keeping children enthralled reading after reading.

Oso polar, Oso polar, ¿qué es ese ruido? es el libro acompañante del clásico Oso pardo, oso pardo, ¿qué ves ahí? El texto simple y rítmico de Bill Martin invita a los escuchantes jóvenes a cantar junto a los sonidos de los animales en el zoológico, desde el rebuzno de la cebra hasta el trompar del elefante. El arte brillante e imaginativa de Eric Carle son la pareja perfecta para este texto divertido que mantiene a los niños y las niñas cautivos lectura tras lectura.…

Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? / Oso bebé, oso bebé, ¿qué ves ahí? (Bilingual board book - English / Spanish)

by Bill Martin Jr.

A bilingual English and Spanish board book edition of Bill Martin and Eric Carle's classic picture book Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? / Oso bebé, oso bebé, ¿qué ves ahí?

Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? is the final collaboration from this bestselling author-illustrator team. Young readers will enjoy Baby Bear's quest to find Mama, and they'll revel in identifying each of the native North American animals that appear along the way. The central focus on the special bond between Mama and baby makes a fitting finale to a beloved series.

Oso bebé, oso bebé, ¿qué ves ahí? es la última colaboración del equipo autor-ilustrado más vendido. Los lectores jóvenes disfrutarán la aventura de Oso Bebé en búsqueda de Mamá, y se divertirán identificando cada uno de los animales nativos a Norte América que aparecen en el camino. El enfoque en la conexión especial entre Mamá y bebé hacen de este libro un final perfecto para una serie tan adorada.

Chica Chica Bum Bum ABC (Chicka Chicka ABC) (Spanish Edition)

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

A le dijo a B,
y B le dijo a C,
--Nos vemos en la copa del cocotero--

So begins the lively alphabet rhyme that children and their parents will love to recite. Bill Martin Jr and John Archambault's rhythmic chant and Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert's bold, cheerful art have made Chicka Chicka Boom Boom a favorite for over twenty years! Now available for the first time as a sweet board book edition in Spanish, it will surely delight a new group of Chicka Chicka fans.

Chicka Chicka ABCs and 123s Collection (Boxed Set) Chicka Chicka ABC; Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3; Words

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault, Michael Sampson

From the creators of the bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom comes a bright and bouncy board book gift set that’s perfect for toddlers and preschoolers!

A told B,
and B told C,
“I’ll meet you at the
top of the coconut tree.”

This cheerful boxed set of three concept board books introduces young readers to their ABCs, 123s, and first words with playful rhymes, bold visuals, and the irresistible rhythm of the Chicka Chicka series. With sturdy pages and colorful art by Caldecott Honor–winning illustrator Lois Ehlert, these books are made for little hands and growing minds.

Perfect for baby showers, preschool classrooms, and first libraries, this giftable board book collection supports early literacy, phonics, and language development—all wrapped up in one joyful package.

This boxed set includes:

• Chicka Chicka ABC—an introduction to the alphabet for the youngest readers
• Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3—a counting book for babies and toddlers
• Words—a celebration of first vocabulary

Oso Polar, Oso Polar, Que Es Ese Ruido/Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do

by Bill Martin Jr.

Oso polar, Oso polar, ¿qué es ese ruido? es el libro acompañante del clásico Oso pardo, oso pardo, ¿qué ves ahí?

El texto simple y rítmico de Bill Martin Jr. invita a los escuchantes jóvenes a cantar junto a los sonidos de los animales en el zoológico, desde el rebuzno de la cebra hasta el trompar del elefante. El arte brillante e imaginativa de Eric Carle son la pareja perfecta para este texto divertido que mantiene a los niños y las niñas cautivos lectura tras lectura.

Brown Bear & Friends 4 Board Book Gift Set (Brown Bear and Friends)

by Bill Martin Jr.

Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle's classic Bear books have been a hit with children, parents, and teachers for many generations and have sold more than eleven million copies. Now collect all four Bear Book board books together for the first time in this gift set.

Young readers will love discovering each story and its individual theme: the colors of the classic Brown Bear, the sounds of Polar Bear, the endangered species of Panda Bear, and the North American animals of Baby Bear.

The Brown Bear & Friends complete four-book board book gift set contains:

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You See?
Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?
Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See?

This title has Common Core connections.

Brown Bear & Friends CD

by Bill Martin Jr., Eric Carle

Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle's classic Bear books have been a hit with children for many generations, and have sold more than eleven million copies. This wonderful compilation CD brings together the beloved first three Bear books―Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?; Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?; and Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?―and includes the newest addition, Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? The stories are read with warmth and humor by Academy Award-winning actress and mother Gwyneth Paltrow.

This title has Common Core connections.

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Kindergarten Workbook Writing Practice for Tracing, Counting, Shapes, Problem Solving, and Thinking Skills for Ages 4–6

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

Help your child get ready for school with this colorful and engaging kindergarten workbook inspired by the beloved classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom. Packed with playful exercises that reinforce foundational concepts—from the alphabet and numbers to colors, opposites, and problem solving.

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Kindergarten Workbook introduces children ages 4–6 to essential skills for kindergarten success through fun, familiar content inspired by Chicka Chicka Boom Boom and Chicka Chicka 123. This workbook includes activities that help kids:

• Practice tracing uppercase and lowercase letters and recognizing numbers
• Count to 10 and by 10s with 123 exercises
• Identify colors and shapes, explore opposites, and think creatively
• Write simple words and expand beginner vocabulary
• Engage through drawing, coloring, and problem-solving tasks

With 96 pages of hands-on content, this kindergarten workbook blends early literacy, writing practice, and critical thinking with the vibrant illustrations and rhythmic energy of Chicka Chicka Boom Boom. It’s the perfect resource for back-to-school prep or summer enrichment for rising kindergarteners.

Give your child the confidence to start school strong with this educational workbook that makes learning as fun as rhyming their way up a coconut tree!

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Learn to Write Workbook for Preschoolers Writing Practice for Pen Control, Line Tracing, and Learning Letters and Numbers for Ages 3–5

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

Help your preschooler develop essential early learning skills and get ready for school with this alphabet-tracing and handwriting workbook for kids ages 3–5, based on the award-winning classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom!

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Learn to Write Workbook for Preschoolers introduces young children to foundational skills that support kindergarten readiness. Inside, children will find activities that help them:

• Trace uppercase and lowercase letters and numbers
• Strengthen pen control, line tracing, and fine motor coordination
• Build vocabulary, recognize letters, and develop early writing skills
• Practice rhyme and repetition with familiar Chicka Chicka Boom Boom flair

For over 35 years, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom and Chicka Chicka 123 have delighted preschoolers with rhythmic, memorable lessons in letters and numbers. Now, these classics are reimagined in a 96-page educational workbook that includes a special activity where children fill in the letters from the original story!

Whether you’re preparing for back to school or bridging summer learning, give your child the gift of confidence and creativity with this colorful, fun-filled preschool activity workbook—where learning letters and numbers is as fun as rhyming their way up a coconut tree!

Chicka Chicka You You A Mirror Book

by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

In this playful companion to the beloved and bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, rollicking rhyme and bold die-cut pages invite little ones to explore shapes and faces—and to discover themselves through five shiny mylar mirrors!

I ask you, and you ask me,
Look in the mirror,
who do you see?
Chicka Chicka
You You!

Perfect for curious babies and toddlers, Chicka Chicka You You features a mirror on every page and engaging shaped cutouts designed to support early learning. Children will love spotting their reflections as they play and read.

This interactive novelty board book makes a delightful gift for baby showers, birthdays, or anytime you want to say, “You’re YOU—and you’re loved!.”

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?: Stamped Edges Special Edition

by Bill Martin Jr.

Celebrate the 60th birthday of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? with this extra special board book edition!

A big happy frog, a plump purple cat, a handsome blue horse, and a soft yellow duck all parade across the pages of this generationally beloved classic.

To celebrate Brown Bear's diamond anniversary, this board book has an elegantly redesigned cover and patterned stained-edges that set this apart from every previous edition of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? so far. Join in on the fun by adding this one of a kind offering to your Brown Bear collection!

Make sure to check out the rest of the board books in the Brown Bear and Friends series!
• Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See?
• Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do you Hear?
• Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?

Brown Bear and Friends Little Library

by Bill Martin Jr.

Celebrate the 60th anniversary of Brown Bear with this special boxed set of mini versions of four well-loved classics!

Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle's classic Bear books have been a hit with children, parents, and teachers for many generations and have sold millions of copies throughout the world. Now, all four books are available in one mini boxed set, perfect for reading and rereading at home, in the classroom, or on the go.

This mini library includes:
-Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
-Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See?
-Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?
-Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?