Books by Patricia Hegarty

123s of Thankfulness (Books of Kindness)

by Patricia Hegarty

Whether we're together or apart, there's plenty to be thankful for this Thanksgiving! Learning the importance of thankfulness is as easy as 1-2-3 with this sweet board book that fosters social emotional development.

One little thank you can go a long, long way.
Two strong arms to hug somebody tight.
Three cheers for friends and everything they do.

Learn your 123s while discovering the value of celebrating gratitude with this irresistibly illustrated board book that's perfect for Thanksgiving and all year round!

Learn to love and love to learn! Complete the series with ABCs of Kindnessand Happiness is a Rainbow!

ABCs of Kindness (Books of Kindness)

by Patricia Hegarty

Learning the importance of kindness is as easy as A-B-C with this sweet board book that fosters social emotional development.

A is for all of us be everyone's friend.
B is for believing things will turn out well in the end.
C is for being caring in everything you do.
D is for dear ones who mean the world to you.

Learn your ABCs while learning to be kind to everyone you meet with this irresistibly illustrated board book that's perfect for Valentine's Day and all year round!

Learn to love and love to learn! Complete the series with 123s of Thankfulness and Happiness is a Rainbow!

Happiness Is a Rainbow (Books of Kindness)

by Patricia Hegarty

Discover happiness in the colors that shape our world in this easy board book of first colors that fosters social emotional development!

Blue is the color of the sky and the sea, just like a bird, we feel happy and free.
Yellow is the color of a bright shining sun. It makes us feel happy, it makes our lives fun.
Red is the color of a beautiful rose. The color of love, which blossoms and grows.
Green is the color of leaves in the spring. It makes us content, it makes our hearts sing!

Learn the colors while learning to find joy in the simplest moments with this irresistibly illustrated board book that's perfect all year round!

Learn to love and love to learn! Complete the series with ABCs of Kindness and 123s of Thankfulness!

Friendship Is Forever (Books of Kindness)

by Patricia Hegarty

Learning the importance of friendship is easy with this sweet board book that fosters social-emotional development..

The precious gift of friendship
is a thing to treasure.
Closeness, love, and loyalty
are things that we can’t measure.

Learn new words while appreciating the value of quality time with this irresistibly illustrated board book that's perfect for holidays and all year round!

Complete the collection with ABCs of Kindness, 123s of Thankfulness, ABCs of Love, and Happiness is a Rainbow!

Thank You, Helpers: Doctors, Nurses, Teachers, Grocery Workers, and More Who Care for Us

by Patricia Hegarty

Help make our new reality a little less scary for kids with this joyful tribute to all the helpers of today. Perfect for parents, caregivers, and teachers looking to model appreciation and thankfulness.

With all the talk of germs, social distancing, and the pandemic, it's easy for kids to be confused or overwhelmed. Help reassure by encouraging them to see all the amazing ways people are keeping each other safe. From healthcare workers to delivery people, grocery workers, teachers, and more, kids can learn about the heroes in our communities taking care of us all.

With a joyful rhyme scheme made for reading aloud, this is the perfect book to read together and foster an appreciation of those around us.

In conjunction with the publication of this book, a contribution will be made by Random House Children's Books to Americares to benefit health workers.

ABCs of Love (Books of Kindness)

by Patricia Hegarty

Learning the importance of love is as easy as A-B-C with this sweet board book that fosters social emotional development.

A is for always--that's how long I'll love you for.
B is for bear hug, to show I love you more.
C is for cherish--looking after one another.
D is for devoted--as we are to each other.

Learn your ABCs while celebrating love with this irresistibly illustrated board book that's perfect for Valentine's Day and all year round!

Learn to love and love to learn! Complete the series with ABCs of Kindness, 123s of Thankfulness, Happiness Is a Rainbow, and Friendship Is Forever!

ABCs of Love for Dad (Books of Kindness)

by Patricia Hegarty

Making Dad feel loved is as easy as A-B-C with this sweet board book that fosters social emotional development—the perfect gift to celebrate Father's Day all year long!

A is for awesome—our dads are number one!
B is for bringing us lots of family fun.
C is for captain—Dad always knows the way.

Featuring an adorable cast of animal characters and showcasing everyday moments of love between father and child, this rhyming board book is a great tool for fostering social emotional development. And with shiny foil on the cover, it's a dazzling way to show Dad just how special he is!

Learn your ABCs while celebrating Dad with this irresistibly illustrated board book that's part of the bestselling Books of Kindness series.

Look for ABCs of Kindness, ABCs of Kindness at Christmas, ABCs of Love, ABCs of Love for Mom, 123s of Kindness, 123s of Thankfulness, Happiness Is a Rainbow, and Friendship Is Forever to complete the set!

123s of Kindness (Books of Kindness)

by Patricia Hegarty

Learning the importance of kindness is as easy as 1, 2, 3 with this sweet board book that fosters social-emotional development.

One act of kindness can show how much we care. Making precious moments, to cherish and to share.

Two hands joined together form a bond that's hard to break, as long as we remember to give, not just take.

Three cheers for our family, looking out for one another, holding loved ones close, and caring for each other.

Learn your 123s while celebrating kindness with this irresistibly illustrated board book that's perfect for Valentine's Day and all year round!

Learn to love and love to learn! Complete the series with ABCs of Kindness, 123s of Thankfulness, Happiness Is a Rainbow, Friendship Is Forever, and ABCs of Love!

ABCs of Kindness at Christmas (Books of Kindness)

by Patricia Hegarty

Give the gift of kindness this Christmas with this sweet ABC's board book that fosters social emotional development while celebrating the holiday season!

A is for affection at this special time of year.
B is for bonding, with those we hold so dear.
C is for Christmas and all the joy it brings...

Little ones can learn their ABCs with this festive board book that's part of the bestselling Books of Kindness series. With shiny foil on the cover, it's a wonderful gift that's sure to spread holiday cheer!

Featuring an adorable cast of animal characters and showcasing moments of Christmas kindness and generosity, this rhyming board book is a great tool for fostering social emotional development.

For other Books of Kindness, look for:
ABCs of Kindness ABCs of Love 123s of Kindness 123s of Thankfulness Happiness Is a Rainbow Friendship Is Forever ABCs of Love for Mom

ABCs of Love for Mom (Books of Kindness)

by Patricia Hegarty

Making Mom feel loved is as easy as A-B-C with this sweet board book that fosters social emotional development—the perfect gift!

A is for adoring—we love our moms so much.
B is for the beauty of mom's soft, gentle touch.
C is for cheerleader—mom is always there for you.

Learn your ABCs while celebrating Mom with this irresistibly illustrated board book that's part of the bestselling Books of Kindness series.

Featuring an adorable cast of animal characters and showcasing everyday moments of love between mother and child, this rhyming board book is a great tool for fostering social emotional development. And with shiny foil on the cover, it's the perfect gift for Mom!

Look for ABCs of Kindness, ABCs of Love, 123s of Kindness, 123s of Thankfulness, Happiness Is a Rainbow, and Friendship Is Forever to complete the set!

ABCs of Kindness at Easter (Books of Kindness)

by Patricia Hegarty

Give the gift of kindness this Easter with this sweet ABC's board book, in which every letter is a lesson in being kind. Join a parade of chicks, lambs, and other cute animals as they discover how to spread joy and generosity during this special time of year.

A is for affection as Eastertime nears.
B is for bunnies with big, floppy ears.
C is for chicks, hatching in a row.
D is for daffodils, wherever you go!

Little ones can learn their ABCs with the bestselling Books of Kindness series. With shiny foil on the cover, this rhyming board book is a wonderful gift for those celebrating Easter!

Joyful springtime scenes showcase moments of friendship and generosity, making this a great tool for fostering kindness in the youngest readers. And the series' adorable cast of animal characters is back with special guests: chicks and lambs!

For other Books of Kindness, look for:
ABCs of Love 123s of Thankfulness ABCs of Kindness at Christmas

Everybody's Welcome

by Patricia Hegarty

Fans of the New York Times bestseller All Are Welcome will love this timely tale about kindess, empathy, and charity, with clever peek-through holes that beckon young readers inside.

Poor Frog's pond has dried up and he has nowhere to live. Luckily, he meets friendly Mouse, who is building a new house. "Everybody's welcome, no matter who they are," explains Mouse. "Wherever they may come from, whether near or far." As Frog and Mouse work together, they meet more animals without a place to live. Soon, they all join in to build a big, beautiful home where everyone is welcome, safe, and warm.

In this sweet forest setting, children will learn how important it is to extend a generous hand to those in need, whether neighbors in crisis, a friend with a problem, or a family immigrating to a new country. It's a much-needed and comforting story that will inspire useful conversations about the world today.

Five Black Cats

by Patricia Hegarty

Five black cats set out through shadowy streets and dark forests. Along the way, they encounter bats and glowing jack o' lanterns. Then, they follow a tiny white mouse into a spooky old house for an annual Halloween party. The soft padded covers, rounded corners and sturdy board pages make this title a perfect fit for preschoolers!

Zip It: A First Book of Fasteners (My Little World)

by Patricia Hegarty

In Zip It, children can learn how to use various fasteners including a zipper, button, snap, and more!

I Love You, Little One (Tiger Tales)

by Patricia Hegarty

As high as the sky, as big as the sun, how I love you, little one. Snuggle up with your little one to enjoy this adorable touch-and-feel book. Delightful illustrations and gentle rhyming text make this book perfect for sharing.

The River

by Gary Paulsen, Tricia Wastvedt, Helen Humphreys, Patricia Hegarty

"We want you to do it again."

These words, spoken to Brian Robeson, will change his life. Two years earlier, Brian was stranded alone in the wilderness for 54 days with nothing but a small hatchet. Yet he survived.

Now the government wants him to go back into the wilderness so that astronauts and the military can learn the survival techniques that kept Brian alive. Soon the project backfires, though, leaving Brian with a wounded partner and a long river to navigate. His only hope is to build a raft and try to transport the injured man a hundred miles downstream to a trading post--if the map he has is accurate.

The River

by Gary Paulsen, Tricia Wastvedt, Helen Humphreys, Patricia Hegarty

The government sends Brian back to the Canadian wilderness in this beloved follow-up to the award-winning classic Hatchet from three-time Newbery Honor-winning author Gary Paulsen!

Two years after Brian Robeson survived fifty-four days alone in the Canadian wilderness, the government wants him to head back so they can learn what he did to stay alive. This time Derek Holtzer, a government psychologist, will accompany him. But a freak storm leaves Derek unconscious. Brian's only hope is to transport Derek a hundred miles down the river to a trading post. He's survived with only a hatchet before--now can Brian build a raft and navigate an unknown river?

For the first time it's not only Brian's survival that's at stake. . .

AN IRA-CBC CHILDREN'S CHOICE
A PARENTS MAGAZINE BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR

“Vividly written, a book that will, as intended, please the readers who hoped that Paulsen, like Brian, would ‘do it again.’” —Kirkus Reviews

The River

by Gary Paulsen, Tricia Wastvedt, Helen Humphreys, Patricia Hegarty

"We want you to do it again."

These words, spoken to Brian Robeson, will change his life. Two years earlier, Brian was stranded alone in the wilderness for fifty-four days with nothing but a small hatchet. Yet he survived. Now the government wants him to do it again--to go back into the wilderness so that astronauts and the military can learn the survival techniques that kept Brian alive.

This time he won't be alone: Derek Holtzer, a government psychologist, will accompany him to observe and take notes. But during a freak storm, Derek is hit by lightning and falls into a coma. Their radio transmitter is dead. Brian is afraid that derek will die of dehydration unless he can get him to a doctor. His only hope is to build a raft and try to transport Derek a hundred miles down the river to a trading post--if the map he has is accurate.

The River

by Gary Paulsen, Tricia Wastvedt, Helen Humphreys, Patricia Hegarty

Tricia Wastvedt's debut novel, met with critical acclaim in England, is a hypnotically readable portrait of a community scarred, but eventually reawakened, by its grief. Two children drown during the summer of 1958 in the English village of Cameldip. Their parents, Isabel and Robert, are bound together in guilt and anger, and as the years pass, the tragedy weaves itself into the invisible fabric of village life.
Robert, finding solace in labor, builds several tree houses that transform the look of the town, and as the years pass the structures grow entwined with other houses. It is thirty years after the tragedy when Anna, a young pregnant woman escaping her life in London, arrives in Cameldip and is taken in by Isabel. As Anna slowly uncovers the secrets of the town's past, she becomes inexorably drawn into the conflict in which Isabel and Robert have been locked for three decades. A story of families, old scars, and new beginnings, The River is a lyrical and haunting tale of betrayal, failure, love, and fortitude.

The River

by Gary Paulsen, Tricia Wastvedt, Helen Humphreys, Patricia Hegarty

Follow a little fish on her epic journey downriver, as she travels into the unknown. As the river winds through mountains, forests, and plains, the little fish swims on.

The River

by Gary Paulsen, Tricia Wastvedt, Helen Humphreys, Patricia Hegarty

A breathtaking mix of observation, prose, natural history, and art We tend to look at landscape in relation to what it can do for us. Does it move us with its beauty? Can we make a living from it? But what if we examined a landscape on its own terms, freed from our expectations and assumptions? This is what celebrated writer Helen Humphreys sets out to do in this beautiful, groundbreaking examination of place. For more than a decade Humphreys has owned a small waterside property on a section of the Napanee River in Ontario. In the watchful way of writers, she has studied her little piece of the river through the seasons and the years, cataloguing its ebb and flows, the plants and creatures that live in and round it, the signs of human usage at its banks and on its bottom. The result is The River, a gorgeous and moving meditation that uses fiction, non-fiction, natural history, archival maps and images, and full-colour original photographs to get at the truth. In doing this, Humphreys has created a work of startling originality that is sure to become a new Canadian classic.

I Love You So: A Book of Hugs

by Patricia Hegarty

Flip the flaps to watch the baby animals snuggle up!

This sweet, interactive board book contains adorable illustrations of baby animals as they cuddle close to their parents. Young ones can flip the sturdy flaps to see the baby animals snuggle up to their mommy and daddy in this adorable little board book.

Halloween: A Peek-Through Halloween Book of Counting (My Little World)

by Patricia Hegarty

Part of the My Little World series, this playful book of numbers features a haunted house on Halloween with concentric window shapes, peek-through pages and a fun rhyming story to teach children to count from 1 to 10.

Do you dare to enter the haunted house in this playful book of numbers? Young readers will learn to count from 1 to 10 when they meet a cast of adorable, cheerful characters who are all celebrating Halloween night. Step inside the house to meet glowing jack o'lanterns, hopping frogs, floating ghosts, and dozing cats. But wait! What's that sound in the yard? It's more guests who have arrived for the Halloween party! With bright artwork, die-cut pages, and a fun rhyming story, learning is brought to life!

Discover a whole world of learning fun with titles from the cheerful and interactive My Little World series. From colors and counting to opposites and first words, key early-learning concepts are presented in a bright, bold, engaging manner.

Bear's Truck is Stuck!: Amazing Changing Pictures!

by Patricia Hegarty

Bear's truck is stuck in the mud! His animal friends all try to help him, but none of them can move the truck. Then they come up with an idea that just might work. By lifting a flap or turning a page watch the illustrations change throughout the story with the amazing changing pictures feature!

Bug Bear

by Patricia Hegarty

Just as Bear is falling asleep, a small bug lands on his nose and won’t go away. Bear tries everything he can to get rid of the bug, but the pesky bug just won’t leave him alone! Then Owl offers to help. Could the clever bird have the perfect solution?

We Are Family

by LeBron James, Andrea Williams, Patricia Hegarty, Fabio Bartolomei

Kids have big dreams. And when those dreams are on the line, how far are they willing to go to achieve them?
When Jayden and his teammates find out there’s not going to be a Hoop Group this year—and maybe ever again—they have to learn to lean on each other if they want to save their basketball season, in this inspiring new middle grade novel from NBA superstar LeBron James and acclaimed author Andrea Williams. A New York Times bestseller!
Jayden Carr has been training all summer to be ready for Hoop Group—the free afterschool basketball program where his hero, NBA superstar Kendrick King, got his start. But when his beloved coach tells him there’s not going to be a Hoop Group this year, Jayden is heartbroken.
And he’s not the only one. Coach Beck’s daughter, Tamika, was planning to be the first girl ever to start for the squad. Chris King, Kendrick’s only nephew, spent the summer bragging that his uncle was coming home just to watch him play. For Anthony Pierson, Hoop Group was supposed to be his way out of trouble. And for Dexter Donyel, all 4’6” of him, Hoop Group was his chance to finally be part of a team, instead of just watching from the stands.
For each kid, Hoop Group was more than just a chance to ball; it was an escape, a dream, a family. Now their prospects seem all but impossible—but then the world hasn’t met Jayden, Tamika, Chris, Anthony, and Dex before. Determined to have their shot, the five new friends scrap, hustle, fight, and play hard to save their season to prove that sometimes a chance is all it takes.
It’s an inspiring, original middle grade story from NBA superstar LeBron James and acclaimed author Andrea Williams that channels the many relatable challenges so many young kids face.
The first step to winning is getting out on the court.

We Are Family

by LeBron James, Andrea Williams, Patricia Hegarty, Fabio Bartolomei

This engaging picture book celebrates the uniqueness and diversity of families—and no matter how different they may seem, the love that is shared is all the same.

Every family is unique and special. Some families are made up of many people, and some are much smaller. Sometimes family members look like each other, and sometimes they don’t! From busy mornings before school to special times spent together, families engage in many similar activities. This engaging picture book celebrates the diversity of families around the world and explores the ways that family members support each other through good times and bad. Families may look different, but the love that is shared is all the same.

We Are Family

by LeBron James, Andrea Williams, Patricia Hegarty, Fabio Bartolomei

“Zanily inventive . . . This deeply eccentric comedy belongs in the company of the best novels about wildly precocious kids” (The Seattle Times).

Al Santamaria is a child prodigy, maybe a genius. It is not out of the realm of possibility that he, alone, will save the human race. But first, he has to solve a far more urgent problem: finding a home for his family.
He exists, like many kids, in a realm located somewhere between reality and fantasy, enjoying time with imaginary friends and wielding his magical powers. He has a wonderful relationship with his father, Mario Elvis, and his mother, Agnese, and he’s convinced he has the best family in the world.
But life isn’t all roses for the Santamaria family. They are typical of many Italian families today, whose existences seem suspended between conflicting impulses: on the one hand, delusions of grandeur and immoderate ambition, and on the other nostalgia for a past golden age and the secret wish that somebody, anybody, will come to their rescue. Big dreams, it appears, exist to be crushed.
But Al is not about to give up. He lives in a marvelous world of his own. He has the energy, imagination, and unselfconscious talents of a child. And, although he doesn’t know it yet, he is going to remain a child his entire life.

“An extended, guffaw-inducing, and sometimes tragic trip through Al’s young life. It reads like an Italian sitcom.”―Foreword Reviews

“An amazing novel: it’ll move you and make you laugh.”―Elle

“A plot shot through with the richness of Italian comedy and bright irony.”―La Repubblica

Who's There? Beware!: Amazing Changing Pictures!

by Patricia Hegarty

When Little Mouse sets off into the woods on a quiet moonlit night, all is not quite what it seems. As he makes his way to Grandma's house, every shadow seems to play tricks on him! By lifting a flap or turning a page watch the illustrations change throughout the story with the amazing changing pictures feature!

Bedtime Bear (Touch and Feel Books)

by Patricia Hegarty

Join the young animals in the forest as they snuggle up with their parents to sleep in this gentle rhyme. Features touch-and-feel elements throughout.

Children can join the young animals in the forest as the day ends and everyone settles down for bed in this gentle rhyme. A bear curls up before falling asleep; a bunny snuggles with her parent as she closes her eyes; a chick chirps and settles into his nest; and a fox wraps her fluffy tail around her. Soon, the forest is quiet, and all animals are asleep. Features touch-and-feel elements throughout.

Flamingo: A Playful Book of Counting! (My Little World)

by Patricia Hegarty

Children will learn to count from 1 to 10 in this playful book filled with bright, bold illustrations and sturdy board pages. Finger-holes that decrease in size with each turn of the page add to the fun!

Learn to count with My Little World! Each sturdy board page features an interactive finger-hole for little hands to manipulate as they turn the page. Bright, bold colors and simple scenes follow a flock of flamingoes spending a warm, sunny day standing in the cool water, searching for lunch, flying through the sky, watching the other animals, and then finally yawning and snuggling up for a good night's sleep. The finger-holes decrease in size with each turn of the page, which adds to the fun.

Noisy Baby Animals (My First)

by Patricia Hegarty

Young readers will love to feel the different textures and hear the baby animal sounds in this interactive, sturdy board book designed for children ages 3 and up. Includes an on/off switch on the back cover to extend battery life.

Touch, feel, and hear the baby animals on every page of this interactive, sturdy board book, packed with appealing photographs, tactile textures, and adorable baby animal sounds. Press the touch-and-feels to hear five realistic baby animal sounds, with a button on the last page to play all five sounds again!

Good Night Sleepy Caterpillar

by Patricia Hegarty

It’s been a long day for one little caterpillar. Follow her through the forest as she says good night to all of her woodland friends in this delightful peek-through bedtime storybook. With colorful illustrations and die-cuts on every page, this book will keep little hands busy before they have sweet dreams!

Animal Journeys

by Patricia Hegarty

Animals are simply amazing! Many of them migrate for various reasons, often enduring harsh, unforgiving environments. Learn about which animal has the longest migration of any creature; the creative way that one island assists with its crab migration; and much more in this beautifully illustrated journal of journeys.

First Words An interactive book, with tracks to trace and flaps to lift!

by Patricia Hegarty

This innovative, interactive trace-and-flip book, is the perfect companion book to Tiger Tales' bestselling A is for Apple book of the alphabet.

Children will discover letter tracks to trace to learn the letter formations of each first word, as well as flaps to lift and bright, bold illustrations.

This engaging board book will help children:

• Learn first words and how to write them as they trace

• Practice hand-eye coordination as they lift the flap on each page

• Stay entertained on road trips and airplane rides!

Beautiful Bugs Nature Pop-ups

by Patricia Hegarty

Children ages 3-7 can immerse themselves in a magnificent world of bugs with this nature pop-up book!

A perfect gift book for all ages with intricate nature pop-up scenes featuring beautiful bugs.

With stunning illustrations and simple rhyming text, this engaging pop-up book is a perfect introduction for children ages 3-7 to the fascinating insects that live in the yard.

From a shimmering, glimmering dragonfly to a slow and steady snail, little ones will love watching bugs pop up from the pages of this appealing board book.

This gorgeous pop-up comes in a resealable polybag.

123s of Kindness at Bedtime A Touch & Feel Board Book

by Patricia Hegarty

Celebrate kindness with this sweet touch-and-feel board book from the bestselling Books of Kindness series. Perfect for counting down to bedtime with your little one!

Ten little friends have had a busy day.
Nine toys are left as they tidy things away.
Eight drowsy friends brush their teeth with care.
Seven shiny bubbles glisten in the air.

Get ready for bedtime with an adorable cast of animal friends in this irresistible touch-and-feel board book! Featuring a unique tactile element on every other page—including shiny bubbles, a soft blanket, and a sparkly moon—this book invites little ones to experience the story in a hands-on, multisensory way while celebrating kindness in each illustrated scene.

For other Books of Kindness, look for:

• ABCs of Kindness
• 123s of Thankfulness

• ABCs of Love

ABCs of Kindness at School

by Patricia Hegarty

Give the gift of kindness this school year with this sweet ABC's board book, in which every letter is a lesson in being kind. Join a parade of bunnies, bears, and other cute animals as they discover how to spread joy and generosity every day at school.

A is for arriving to start a brand new day.
B is for being brave as we find our way.
C is for classroom, where we know to wait our turn.
D is for discovery—we love to look and learn!

Little ones can learn their ABCs with the bestselling Books of Kindness series. With shiny foil on the cover, this rhyming board book is a wonderful gift for little ones heading off to school.

Joyful school scenes showcase moments of friendship and generosity,
making this a great tool for fostering kindness in the youngest readers.
The series' adorable cast of animal characters is back and, together at school, they learn valuable lessons about kindness in the classroom.

For other Books of Kindness, look for:

• ABCs of Love
• 123s of Thankfulness

• ABCs of Kindness at Christmas