Books by Stephen Krensky

Lionel's Birthday (Easy-to-Read, Puffin)

by Stephen Krensky

Lionel counts down the days to his birthday party by making a time capsule and by letting his sister know what he wants for a present. Reprint.

Pearl Harbor : Ready To Read Level 3

by Stephen Krensky

Bringing a dramatic moment of World War II to vivid life, author Stephen Krensky answers questions about the historic importance of the military action at Pearl Harbor. Written in simple yet clear language, the book teaches readers about the political scene before and after the bombing of Pearl Harbor by the Japanese in December 1941, and how this event shaped our country's place in the world.

Ben Franklin and His First Kite

by Stephen Krensky

Learn all about the childhood of one of America's founding fathers in this nonfiction Level 2 Ready-to-Read!

Ten-year-old Ben Franklin finds working in his father's candle shop boring—he'd much rather be doing experiments. He can't wait to try out his latest idea. With nothing but a simple kite, can Ben get across the pond—without swimming a single stroke?

Nellie Bly : A Name to Be Reckoned with

by Stephen Krensky

What are girls good for?
Nellie Bly wasn't always Nellie Bly. First she was Elizabeth Cochrane, a shy girl from Cochran's Mills, Pennsylvania. All her life Elizabeth had been told, "girls can't do this" and "girls can't do that." Even the newspaper the Pittsburgh Dispatch said that all girls were good for was getting married and taking care of their families.
But Elizabeth didn't believe it. She knew girls could take care of their families -- but they could also do much, much more. So one day she set out to prove it, and became Nellie Bly -- a name to be reckoned with.

Bubble Trouble (READY-TO-READ LEVEL 1)

by Stephen Krensky

During a simple bath, the bubbles go awry when they multiply into a massive swarm that takes over the entire town, but by the light and warmth of the morning sun, everything is soon back to normal once again, in an amusing easy reader. Simultaneous.

George Washington's First Victory: Ready-to-Read Level 2 (Ready-to-Read Childhood of Famous Americans)

by Stephen Krensky

When George Washington was eleven years old, he wanted nothing more than to visit his brother who lived many miles away. George's mother would not allow him to go, but George thought of a clever way to convince her. His first victory wasn't as grand as leading the troops during the Revolutionary War, but it showed the determined type of man he was to become.

A Man for All Seasons: The Life of George Washington Carver

by Stephen Krensky

Offers a look at the many accomplishments of this agricultural pioneer who advocated recycling, pesticide-free farming, and crop rotation as well as being a genius inventor and the first African-American graduate and teacher of a white college.

The Crimson Comet

by Stephen Krensky, Dean Morrissey

Count the stars up in the sky.
The Man-in-the-Moon is flying by . . .
On a night when Nora just can't get to sleep, she looks out at the moon and watches it turn dark. How could this happen? Together with her brother, Jack, Nora sets off into the sky aboard Jack's rocket.
Up and up and up—
The rocket lands on the moon! But will Nora and Jack be able to give the moon back its light before morning comes?
Dean Morrissey has fashioned a modern-day fairy tale complete with an ingenious red rocket that could only come from the mind of a true artist—or a small boy. Climb aboard for a bedtime trip beyond your wildest dreams.

The Monster Trap

by Stephen Krensky, Dean Morrissey

When young, brave Paddy hears bumps at night in the halls of his grandfather's creaky, dark house, he decides to take matters into his own hands, and sets up an ingenious and imaginative monster trap.

A Christmas Carol

by Charles Dickens, Stephen Krensky

"Bah Humbug!" That's how Ebeneezer Scrooge feels about Christmas--until the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future decide to show the crotchety old miser the error of his ways. Together they travel through time, revisiting all the people who have played an important role in Scrooge's life. And as their journey concludes, Scrooge is reminded of what it means to have love in his heart, and what the true spirit of Christmas is all about. A timeless story the whole family will enjoy!

A Christmas Carol

by Charles Dickens, Stephen Krensky

Scrooge was a miser. His money was his life. Then, one Christmas Eve, Scrooge received a trio of visitors who showed him not only the true meaning of Christmas, but the true meaning of life as well.
Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol is one of the most beloved Christmas stories in history and continues to captivate generation after generation. Carefully adapted by Stephen Krensky and elegantly illustrated by Dean Morrissey, this new edition will certainly become a classic in its own right.

A Christmas Carol

by Charles Dickens, Stephen Krensky

One of six beloved Christmas classics in collectible hardcover editions

First published on December 19, 1843, A Christmas Carol was an instant classic: Londoners thronged to hear Dickens read it in person and bought out the first printing in days. Its reception was so ecstatic that it is credited with helping to revive interest among the Victorians in Christmas traditions, including caroling and holiday cards, as well as inciting an unexpected wave of charitable giving from Britain’s Industrial Age robber barons. Originally conceived as a pamphlet against exploitative capitalism before taking its current form, it has inspired dozens of theatrical and movie adaptions, and its characters, from Scrooge to Tiny Tim, are forever inscribed in our hearts and minds.

Penguin Christmas Classics

Give the gift of literature this Christmas.

Penguin Christmas Classics honor the power of literature to keep on giving through the ages. The six volumes in the series are not only our most beloved Christmas tales, they also have given us much of what we love about the holiday itself. A Christmas Carol revived in Victorian England such Christmas hallmarks as the Christmas tree, holiday cards, and caroling. The Yuletide yarns of Anthony Trollope popularized throughout the British Empire and around the world the trappings of Christmas in London. The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus created the origin story for the presiding spirit of Christmas as we know it. The holiday tales of Louisa May Alcott shaped the ideal of an American Christmas. The Night Before Christmas brought forth some of our earliest Christmas traditions as passed down through folk tales. And The Nutcracker inspired the most famous ballet in history, one seen by millions in the twilight of every year.

Beautifully designed hardcovers—with foil-stamped jackets, decorative endpapers, and nameplates for personalization—in a small trim size that makes them perfect stocking stuffers, Penguin Christmas Classics embody the spirit of giving that is at the heart of our most time-honored stories about the holiday.

Collect all six Penguin Christmas Classics:

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
Christmas at Thompson Hall: And Other Christmas Stories by Anthony Trollope
The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus by L. Frank Baum
A Merry Christmas: And Other Christmas Stories by Louisa May Alcott
The Night Before Christmas by Nikolai Gogol
The Nutcracker by E. T. A. Hoffmann

For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

A Christmas Carol

by Charles Dickens, Stephen Krensky

Charles Dickens's beloved tale of the Christmas spirit is beautifully presented in this deluxe new illustrated edition. Contemporary artist and illustrator Yelena Bryksenkova has created enchanting artwork to accompany Dickens's classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Gorgeous watercolors evoke the magic of a Victorian Christmas while simultaneously infusing this timeless text with a touch of modern-day whimsy. With gilded page edges and a satin ribbon marker, this lavish keepsake volume is tomorrow's cherished family heirloom—an essential holiday treasure to read year after year around the fire, under the tree, or with the plum pudding.

A Christmas Carol

by Charles Dickens, Stephen Krensky

From the bustling, snowy streets of 19th-century London to the ghostly apparitions of Christmases past and future, award-winning artist Roberto Innocenti vividly renders not only the authentic detail but also the emotional impact of Charles Dickens's beloved Christmas tale. In both crowded urban scenes and intimate portraits of familiar characters, we gain a sense of the timeless humanity of the tale and perhaps catch a glimpse of ourselves.

A Christmas Carol

by Charles Dickens, Stephen Krensky

No holiday season is complete without Charles Dickens’s timeless tale of redemption starring the tightfisted Mr. Scrooge, the long-suffering Bob Cratchit, kindhearted Tiny Tim, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. But A Christmas Carol was only the first and most famous of Dickens’s holiday tales. In this edition, everyone’s favorite misanthrope appears in company with four more Dickens stories—The Chimes, The Cricket on the Hearth, The Battle of Life, and The Haunted Man—that further develop the Christmas spirit Dickens did so much to invent.

A Christmas Carol

by Charles Dickens, Stephen Krensky

Merry Christmas, everyone!

“Bah!” said Scrooge. “Humbug!”

With those famous words unfolds a tale that renews the joy and caring that are Christmas. Whether we read it aloud with our family and friends or open the pages on a chill winter evening to savor the story in solitude, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is a very special holiday experience.

It is the one book that every year will warm our hearts with favorite memories of Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future—and will remind us with laughter and tears that the true Christmas spirit comes from giving with love.

With a heartwarming account of Dickens’ first reading of the Carol, and a biographical sketch.

Lionel at School (Puffin Easy-to-Read)

by Stephen Krensky

The new school year brings lessons for Lionel to explore with his class. But Lionel has to find out some things by himself. For example, what will his teacher tell his parents on Back-to-School Night? Can the new boy really wrestle polar bears? And how can Lionel make classtime go by as quickly as recess? Readers will be quick to identify with Lionel and his friends-and to wonder what Lionel will discover next.

Tigger Comes to the Forest (Winnie-the-Pooh)

by Stephen Krensky, A. A. Milne

Tigger is here, and he is Bouncy. He doesn't want Pooh to sleep! When Pooh gets up to fix something to eat, Tigger explains that he's Bouncy only before breakfast. Pooh is relieved. Then Pooh finds out that Tigger doesn't like honey. What do Tiggers like to eat for breakfast? Pooh and Tigger are going to find out.

Perfect Pigs

by Stephen Krensky, Marc Brown

A simple introduction to good manners to use with family, friends, at school, during meals, with pets, on the phone, during games, at parties, and in public places.

My Dad Can Do Anything (Pictureback(R))

by Stephen Krensky

What can your dad do? Can he climb the highest mountain? Or swim to the bottom of the sea? In this heartwarming story about how dads are strong, brave, and all-around great, dads can do anything. Includes a sheet of fun stickers!

Pins and Needles (Penguin Core Concepts)

by Stephen Krensky

Pins is a porcupine who loves to take chances. Needles is a porcupine who is always scared. But when Pins gets himself into a bit of trouble, will Needles be brave enough to help him out?

Pins and Needles covers the concepts Appreciating Differences and Friendship.

Dangerous Crossing: The Revolutionary Voyage of John Quincy Adams

by Stephen Krensky

In February 1778, at the height of the Revolutionary War, the American representative from Massachusetts, John Adams, is sent on a secret mission to France. It is dangerous to cross the Atlantic in winter, but the situation is desperate-the colonies need France's help against the British army. Adams is accompanied by his ten-year-old son, Johnny. Together, father and son must weather an angry ocean, perilous sea battles, and other dangers to help the colonies achieve freedom.
Vivid illustrations and a fast-paced narrative bring to life this little-told story of a character-defining event in the lives of two future presidents.

Hanukkah at Valley Forge

by Stephen Krensky

A soldier tells George Washington the miraculous story of how a ragtag army of Jewish soldiers defeated a much larger force of powerful Greeks, a tale that provides just the kind of inspiration the General needs. ?Quietly beautiful watercolor illustrations draw a visual distinction between the frigid blue Pennsylvania night and the golden light of ancient Israel, which is further reflected in the warm glow of the Hanukkah candles.? ?School Library Journal

Fraidy Cats (Scholastic Reader, Level 2)

by Stephen Krensky

Will these fraidy cats EVER get to sleep?

The Fraidy Cats let their imaginations run wild one dark and noisy night. They imagine all sorts of scary things--from wild elephants to hungry wolves! With Stephen Krensky's easy-to-read text and Betsy Lewin's eye-catching artwork on every page, kids will keep turning the pages of this leveled reader!

The new edition of this best-selling Scholastic Level 2 Reader features brand-new cover artwork from best-selling illustrator, Betsy Lewin.

We Just Moved (level 2) (Hello Reader)

by Stephen Krensky

On moving day, a young boy must cope with giants, ghosts, an alligator-filled moat, and a new castle, in an easy-to-read adventure tale set in medieval times. Original.

TIME for Kids: Money and Finance Field Guide: A How-To Book on Earning, Saving, and Spending Money

by Stephen Krensky

Learn how to earn, save, and responsibly spend money with this TIME For Kids field guide!

This field guide teaches you all of the basics of money management, from earning it to saving it to investing it! Learn about credit cards, savings, cryptocurrency, donating money to causes you care about, ways for kids to earn money, and more in this book that simplifies the big, broad topic of money in a fun way.

How Santa Got His Job

by Stephen Krensky

Have you ever wondered what Santa did before he was Santa?
When Santa was young and needed a job, no one was looking for a man in a red suit to deliver gifts on Christmas. So Santa tried just about everything -- from a chimney sweep to a postman to a circus performer. But none of these worked out. It wasn't until he met a group of elves who helped him use all his special talents, that Santa was able to find his dream job.

Too Many Leprechauns

by Stephen Krensky

On St. Patrick's Day, leprechauns are lucky. But on every other day of the year, they make for noisy neighbors -- and they're turning the entire town of Dingle upside down! Fortunately, Finn O'Finnegan always has a clever plan brewing, and this time, with a little luck of the Irish, it's a scheme that just might fool even the cleverest of creatures.

My Loose Tooth (Step-Into-Reading, Step 2)

by Stephen Krensky

What's it like to have a wiggly, twisty-turny tooth inside your mouth? Stephen Krensky's funny, kid-friendly, rhyming text answers this question and more! "Do lions have this problem, too? What do sharks and hippos do?" This Step 1 book is perfect for first-time readers and those about to lose their first tooth!

Bones (Step-Into-Reading, Step 2)

by Stephen Krensky

How many bones are there in the human body? Which bone is the longest? Or the smallest? Without bones, you would be a blob, like a jellyfish or a worm. Our bones support us and protect our insides. They work together with our muscles to allow us to do all the things we do! So when you think of your bones, say "Thank you!"

This simple Step 2 introduction teaches young readers these facts and many more about the skeleton inside each of us!

My Teacher's Secret Life

by Stephen Krensky

Everyone knows that teachers belong in school. But one day, Mrs. Quirk is spotted in the supermarket. And, as if that isn't bad enough, she is later seen trying on skates at the mall. Does she have a secret life? And just who is that girl that looks just like her -- only smaller?
In this delightfully zany picture book, every child's curiosity is made wonderfully plain as Mrs. Quirk and her cohorts are found out at last!

Davy Crockett: A Life on the Frontier (Ready-to-Read Level 3) (Ready-to-Read Stories of Famous Americans)

by Stephen Krensky

Read all about Davy Crockett, the famous American frontiersman, in this nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read!

People said that when Davy was born he weighed more than two hundred pounds! They also said he saved the world from a comet by grabbing its tail, twirling it around, and sending it back into the sky. These stories are just myths, but Davy did have an amazing life. Here is the real story of Davy Crockett, fearless soldier and leader who always stood up for what he believed in. A special section in the back of the book includes a time line of Davy Crockett's life.

Milo the Really Big Bunny

by Stephen Krensky

Wanting desperately to fit in with all the other normal bunnies, Milo finds little success in doing so considering his enormous size and purple coloring, but when the Easter Bunny puts out the word that he is looking for an assistant, excited Milo thinks he may have found the perfect job!

How Santa Lost His Job

by Stephen Krensky

Santa has the best job he can think of -- brining presents each Christmas to children all around the world. Every year he prepares for his trip: He trims his beard, takes a bath, gets dressed, and packs up his sleigh fort he long night ahead. But there are always a few unexpected delays that make things a little hectic. Muckle, one of the elves who helps Santa, thinks he can come up with a more efficient way of delivering the toys -- a method that won't involve Santa at all.

DK Biography: Barack Obama

by Stephen Krensky

Loaded with archival photographs and amazing facts, the DK Biography series introduces young readers to some of history's most interesting and influential characters.
From his early life in Hawaii and Indonesia, to his work as a community organizer in Chicago, to his first months in the Oval Office, DK Biography: Barack Obama tells the story of the 44th president of the United States.
Supports the Common Core State Standards.

The Last Christmas Tree

by Stephen Krensky

A "heartwarming, magical tale"--SLJ

Among the grand balsam firs and pines at the Christmas tree lot is a little hunched tree that is missing several branches. Still, no tree is more filled with the spirit of Christmas. As the weeks go by, many others are selected but still the little tree keeps up its hope of finding the perfect family. On Christmas Eve, now the last tree in the lot, a special visitor (Ho, Ho, Ho!) might just give the little tree what it wants most of all.

Paul Bunyan (On My Own Folklore)

by Stephen Krensky

Growing up, Paul Bunyan was always too big. Too big for the furniture. Too big for regular clothes. Too big to play with the other kids. But out among the tall trees in the great northern forests, Paul felt at home. So he set out with his big blue ox, Babe, to live the life of a lumberjack. The adventures of Paul and his friends are recounted by author Stephen Krensky and artist Craig Orback in this tallest tale of them all.

Noah's Bark

by Stephen Krensky

Noah's trying to build an ark, but with the snakes quacking, the beavers crowing, and the pigs howling, he can't even hear himself think, much less make a giant boat. Pretty soon Noah's barking in annoyanceand then it starts to rain! Discover how each animal came to make the noise it does today in this whimsical retelling of the beloved Noah's ark story.

Play Ball, Jackie! (Single Titles)

by Stephen Krensky

On April 15, 1947, Matt Romano and his father watch the Brooklyn Dodgers season-opener, during which Jackie Robinson, a twenty-eight-year-old rookie, breaks the "color line" that had kept black men out of Major League baseball. Includes facts about Jackie Robinson's life and career.

Trucks: Ready-to-Read Level 1

by Stephen Krensky

When the sun comes up, it’s time for all trucks to begin their day! Join them in this fun, playful Ready-to-Read as they mix, pump, and work their way through a very busy day. With beautiful illustrations by Ivanke and Lola, this is one truck book that will roll off shelves everywhere!

What Do You See?: A Lift-the-Flap Book About Endangered Animals (Little Green Books)

by Stephen Krensky

I show up bright against the sky.
I swoop and swoosh and flutter by.
What can I be?
What do you see?

Stephen Krensky’s clever, rhyming text entices young readers to guess which endangered species are hiding beneath the flaps! From a panda bear to a monarch butterfly, each spread features text and flaps which hint at the animal’s identity, until finally it is revealed by lifting the flap. Composed of 100% recycled material, this playful and interactive new title is both entertaining and environmentally friendly!

Chaucer's First Winter

by Stephen Krensky

Chaucer knows that bears are supposed to sleep through the winter. But it's much more fun to stay up and play!

I Know a Lot! (Empowerment Series)

by Stephen Krensky

Celebrate knowledge with I Know a Lot!, a triumphant board book from the Empowerment series!

I know rocks are heavy,
and flowers are light.
I know bright means day,
And dark means night.

With relevant and charming specifics, author Stephen Krensky and award-winning artist Sara Gillingham celebrate all the things a toddler learns as they grow just a little older.

The Empowerment series addresses the small victories of growing up and starting to embrace the world on your own terms with encouraging text and retro-fresh illustrations. Celebrate the milestones of toddlerhood with the whole series.

The Empowerment series:
I Can Do It Myself!
Now I Am Big!
I Know a Lot!
I Am So Brave!
I Like to Share!
I Am Ready for School!

Jungle Gym: A Touch-and-Feel Counting Book

by Stephen Krensky

Eager to stay in shape, a cast of ten lovable animals, including an elephant and lion, get their daily exercise in at a local gym designed just for them in this amusing counting book with full-color illustrations, tactile elements, and a gatefold!

I Am Ready for School! (Empowerment Series)

by Stephen Krensky

Prepare your little one for their first day of preschool or kindergarten with this uplifting board book from the Empowerment series from Stephen Krensky and award-winning illustrator Sara Gillingham.

I fit just right in every chair.
With toys and books for me to share.

Reassuring rhyming text introduces preschoolers to their first day of school, where a welcoming teacher, a cheery classroom, and new friends await! The Empowerment series addresses the small victories of growing up and starting to embrace the world on your own terms with encouraging text and retro-fresh color illustrations.

Celebrate the milestones of toddlerhood with the whole series.

Bunny Money

by Stephen Krensky

In this sweet story, four bunnies try to buy a hat for their mama. The hat costs $1.00... Do they have enough money? When they go to the store the little bunnies discover that by combining their quarters, dimes, nickels, and pennies, they'll have what it takes to buy the hat! This book comes with 85 stickers and a fold-out play scene so little ones can spend their own “bunny money”! Both fun and timely, this sticker storybook is a perfect introduction for little ones who are learning about money and its values.

The Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures (Mysteries, Magic and Myth)

by DK, Stephen Krensky

Meet your favourite monsters, fairies, heroes, and tricksters from all around the world!

Enter the enchanting world of mythical creatures and explore the history behind them in this beautifully-illustrated Greek mythology book for children aged 5-9. You’ll meet an incredible cast of mind-boggling fictional animals from all around the world. Say hello to Bigfoot in the forests of North America and learn about the Native American traditions that inspired its story. Voyage to Japan to meet kitsune, supernatural nine-tailed foxes that can turn into humans. Then jump onboard an ancient storm-battered ship to learn why mermaids were the last thing a sailor wanted to see! Learn about the societies that spawned these legendary creatures, from Ancient Greece to the indigenous tribes of Australia, and find out what the beasts tell us about the people who created them.

With magic and mystery in every page, your child can discover:

- Facts behind the myths
- Insights into cultures from around the world and their creation stories
- Stunning full-colour illustrations by Pham Quang Phuc

Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures tells you everything you need to know about supernatural animals great and small. Perfect for fans of Harry Potter and other fantasy tales, this mythology book for children is the only kids’ guide to magical creatures that explores the history behind the mythology in both an engaging and educational way. A must-have volume for children aged 5-9 with an interes in fantasy tale, Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures is filled with supernatural stories that brings the history of mythology and magical creatures to life, and explores the societies that birthed these legendary creatures found in narratives from Ancient Greek mythology, Australian and Native American folktales.

From narwhal tusks inspiring the legend of unicorns, to dinosaur bones creating rumours of dragons, there is an interesting story behind every magical beast. This beautifully-illustrated fantasy book for kids is wonderful for children who like to delve into enchanting stories and magical creatures.

DK Life Stories: Anne Frank

by Stephen Krensky

Discover the inner world of the girl who hid from the Nazis in WWII ― Anne Frank!

Insightful and a testament to a child with wisdom beyond her circumstances, Anne Frank’s life story and diary continue to inspire children everywhere. Learn about her life in this children’s history book before she went into hiding and during her time in "The Annex."

Inside this colorful, illustrated biography, you’ll find:

• Anne Frank's story chapter by chapter as the author unveils not just the facts, but also what Anne was thinking and feeling ― when appropriate, in her own words
• Full-page quotes scattered throughout the book keep the momentum going, helping reluctant readers along as they navigate this chaptered book
• Carefully designed features, like definition boxes, quotes, maps, illustrations, and more
• A reference section with Anne’s family tree, a timeline of her life, a quiz, an author’s introduction letter, a glossary and an index

Anne Frank’s diary tells two stories: one of an extraordinary young girl living in hiding during one of the most fearsome times in history, and one of a relatable girl facing the same questions and troubles that kids do today. Learn how both sides made Anne the person and writer she was. Inside this Anne Frank biography, you’ll also meet her family and friends, explore "The Annex," where they hid, and find information on the historical context of World War II, the Holocaust, Hitler and Nazi Germany.

This life story of Anne Frank is packed with full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations and thoughtfully written text to engage young children from beginning to end. Look out for definition boxes, information sidebars, maps and quotes to use as a reference for projects or teaching!

DK Life Stories biography series goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true-life stories of history’s most interesting people. Each book includes an author’s introduction letter as well as a glossary, timeline, family tree, quiz and index. Add Life Stories: Harriet Tubman or Life Stories: Marie Curie to your collection!

How Coyote Stole the Summer: [A Native American Folktale] (On My Own Folklore)

by Stephen Krensky

Brrr! Coyote is always cold! That’s because it’s winter all year long. But Old Woman has something amazing called summer. It’s tied up in a little bag in her tipi. Coyote and his friends Wolf, Moose, Elk, Stag, and Antelope make a plan to steal summer. But when Coyote grabs the bag, Old Woman’s children chase after him. Will his plan work? Will everyone have a chance to share summer’s warmth? Find out what happens in this fast-paced tale!

I Am So Brave! (Empowerment Series)

by Stephen Krensky

Celebrate trying new things with I Am So Brave!, an encouraging board book from the Empowerment series!

I was scared of big dogs.
Then I made a new friend.
I was scared of the water.
Now I love the deep end.

With relevant and charming specifics, author Stephen Krensky and award-winning artist Sara Gillingham celebrate the achievements of overcoming fears and trying new things.

The Empowerment series addresses the small victories of growing up and starting to embrace the world on your own terms with encouraging text and retro-fresh illustrations. Celebrate the milestones of toddlerhood with the whole series.

The Empowerment series:
I Can Do It Myself!
Now I Am Big!
I Know a Lot!
I Am So Brave!
I Like to Share!
I Am Ready for School!

Dinosaurs in Disguise

by Stephen Krensky

From ancient Egypt to medieval jousts, from office jobs to grocery shopping, one boy reimagines the modern world with dinosaurs in hiding. This fun, light read will tickle readers’ funny bones while subtly introducing themes of conservation and stewardship, inspiring children to question the world around them.

Abe Lincoln and the Muddy Pig

by Stephen Krensky

Abe Lincoln is on his way to give an important speech when he comes across a pig stuck in the mud. If he stops to help the pig, he'll get his brand-new suit dirty. But young Abe can't stand to see an animal in trouble. What should he do?
Level 2
Reading Independently
More complex stories
Varied sentence structure
Paragraphs and short chapters

Frida Kahlo: 5-Minute Genius Stories

by Stephen Krensky, Union Square Kids

Go behind the iconic self-portrait and discover the life and times of Frida Kahlo through ten colorful stories of her life as an artist and activist. Readers get an in depth look into Kahlo's childhood in Mexico through her rise as an artist, a political and social activist, and an inspirational educator.



Each book in this collectible series is an exciting combination of the perpetually popular 5 Minute stories format and nonfiction biographies for young readers genres. The series' unique approach, with each book containing ten exciting stand-alone stories in the life of a genius plus bonus informational content on the science, craft, and history behind each story, creates an engaging reading experience for young readers. 5 Minute Genius explores a broad range of noteworthy individuals with STEM appeal for readers ages 6-9, from polymaths like Leonardo da Vinci to artists like Frida Kahlo, environmentalists like Jane Goodall and athletes like Simone Biles to activists like the Suffragettes.

Amazing Annie The Spectacular and Mostly True Adventures of Annie Kopchovsky

by Stephen Krensky

"An adventurer receives her due and should inspire readers to reach for their dreams." --Kirkus Review

"Well-researched and written with clarity."--Booklist

"Highly recommended" --The Jewish Book Council

Amazing Annie tells of one woman's remarkable adventure as she cycled around the world, captivating local audiences along the way with fancifully exaggerated stories of her escapades, and proving that a Jewish immigrant woman can do much, much more than society expects.

It was 1894 and Annie Kopchovsky was ready for a change. More than ready, for women in her time and position weren't allowed to do very much except marry and have children.

Annie wanted more. She didn't like washing clothes or cooking meals, and she certainly didn't like how her Boston neighbors looked down on her for being Jewish. She wanted excitement and adventure in her life. She wanted to feel exceptional, to be applauded, not snubbed. So when she heard of a new invention--a bicycle--she had an exceptional and outlandish idea. She decided to be the first woman to ride around the world on one.

Along the way, Annie learned more than just how to ride a bike. She realized people enjoyed hearing her stories, even if they weren't necessarily true, and she could draw them in. And Annie loved inventing stories.

The Bedtime Book of Magical Creatures An Introduction to More Than 100 Creatures from Legend and Folklore

by Stephen Krensky

Get to know more than 100 mythical creatures from around the world with this delightful illustrated introduction.

This is the must-have first book on the most fantastical creatures from around the world, filled with beautiful illustrations and storybook text on every page.

The Bedtime Book of Magical Creatures features an amazing variety of magical creatures, from fairies and mermaids to dragons and unicorns. Children aged 3-5 can get to know more about their favourite creature from myths, legends and storybooks.

Inside the pages of this exciting mythical creatures book, you'll find:

- An introduction to different types of magical creatures brought to life by bright and colorful illustrations.
- Engaging text for young children that can be read aloud - perfect for parents, carers, and children to enjoy at bedtime.
- Beautiful illustrations combined with introductory reference text and core terms highlighted on each page.
- Information on more than 100 mythical creatures - an essential addition to every 3-5 year old's library.

This exciting bedtime book helps to develop an early understanding of different fictional creatures for little ones and clearly explains each one. A timeless gift book, this is a must-have for parents, carers, and educators who want to introduce core fairytale and folklore knowledge at a young age in a fun and engaging way.

More in the series

If you enjoyed The Bedtime Book of Magical Creatures, why not try our other bedtime books? The Bedtime Book of Animals provides a charming introduction to the animal kingdom and The Bedtime Book of Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life introduces children to fascinating prehistoric lifeforms through a gentle bedtime story.

Mi Primer Libro de Criaturas Fantásticas (Bedtime Book of Magical Creatures)

by Stephen Krensky

¡Vete a dormir acompañado de tus criaturas mágicas favoritas!

El mundo está lleno de criaturas fascinantes, algunas grandes como elefantes y otras pequeñas como ratones. Desde hadas y sirenas hasta dragones y unicornios, ¡este libro para leer antes de dormir incluye más de 100 criaturas mágicas de todo tipo!

Pasa las páginas de este libro para niños y descubre:

• Mitos, leyendas y cuentos de seres fantásticos acompañados de encantadoras ilustraciones y palabras destacadas para que los niños las aprendan y memoricen.
• Muchos seres imaginarios y mitológicos organizados por capítulos y en base a su tipología: seres terrestres, acuáticos y voladores.
• Páginas de referencia al final del libro con información adicional sobre el origen y la historia de cada criatura.
• Un glosario de términos con el que conocer vocabulario nuevo y una guía de pronunciación para aprender a pronunciar los nombres de las criaturas mágicas.