Books by taro-gomi

My Friends

by taro-gomi

Using simple words and bright illustrations, author-illustrator Taro Gomi shows children that sometimes knowledge can come from all kinds of friends.

Everyone Poops (My Body Science)

by taro-gomi

Shows how creatures throughout the animal world--including humans--deal with the products of digestion

Everyone Poops

by taro-gomi

27 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm310 Lexile.; AD310L Lexile; 310 Lexile.; AD310L Lexile

Everyone Poops

by taro-gomi

For use in schools and libraries only. Shows how creatures throughout the animal world--including humans--deal with the products of digestion.

Growing Together: 4 Stories to Share

by taro-gomi

A brand-new set of refreshingly off-beat picture books from the best-selling author of Everyone Poops
From best-selling children's author Taro Gomi comes a set of four new books: Playing, Imagining, Growing, and Sharing.
Each book features a different pair of family members loving and learning from one another... seasoned with the honesty, warmth, and eccentricity that Gomi so beautifully delivers. A little boy imagines the journeys that he and his father go on together; a little girl speculates about her mother's life before she became a mom; an older brother thinks back to when he was the baby; and sisters attempt to halve and share everything in their path. Each humorously narrated story is as messy, unpredictable, and endearing as everyday life with a child!
Created for ages 2-5 years

Doodles: A Really Giant Coloring and Doodling Book

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Renowned children's book illustrator Taro Gomi invites kids of all ages to not only color, but also draw, imagine, and create. Unfinished pictures and intriguing prompts foster children's powers of visualization, and at nearly 400 pages, this book provides plenty of room to stretch the imagination.

Scribbles: A Really Giant Drawing and Coloring Book

by taro-gomi

This is no ordinary coloring book! With playful drawings, funny scenarios and fun-to-follow instructions, this book is not just for coloring, but for doodling, drawing, imagining and thinking!

Doodle All Year

by taro-gomi

Taro Gomi is back with a new addition to the wildly popular Scribbles, Doodles, and Squiggles series. Playful drawings of spring, summer, fall, and winter scenes plus fun-to-follow instructions will have kids of all ages doodling, drawing, and stretching their imaginations all year long!Book Details:Format: PaperbackPublication Date: 12/13/2007Pages: 376Reading Level: Age 3 and Up

Scribble It!

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Share your scribbles with the world! Taro Gomi's latest installment of the best-selling Scribbles and Doodles series invites you to doodle and draw in 30 mailable ways with playful prompts and open-endedartwork. Perfect for artists of every kindwhether at home or on the road!

Doodle 123!

by taro-gomi

Playful drawings plus fun-to-follow instructions will have kids of all ages doodling, drawing, and stretching their imaginations in too many ways to count!

Play All Day: A Really Giant Book of Punch-Out-and-Play Games, Toys, Finger Puppets, Boxes, and More!

by taro-gomi

Taro Gomi invites children to punch out more than 60 fantastic playthings, including ring-toss games, finger puppets, boxes, picture frames, a zoo's worth of animals, and more! Packed with Gomi's fun, accessible artwork and a delightful variety of games and toys, this book will appeal to children of all ages, engaging their imaginations and entertaining them all day long.Book Details:Format: PaperbackPublication Date: 9/1/2010Pages: 116Reading Level: Age 3 and Up

I Know Numbers!: (Counting Books for Kids, Children's Number Books)

by taro-gomi

How do we love numbers? Let us count the ways: They're on street signs and bus stops, featured on phones, thermometers, chalkboards, and scales. They show the time and the date, and help us to measure distance, sizing, and so much more. This spirited picture book by beloved author-illustrator Taro Gomi will charm and inform the youngest of readers, offering them a unique—and useful—look at a key concept we count on.

Taro Gomi Board Book Boxed Set

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Three perennial toddler favorites in one compact, giftable set! Watch the seasons turn in Spring Is Here, play I Spy in the landscape of Bus Stops, and learn to run, jump, explore, and more in My Friends. Perfect for small hands and wondering minds, Taro Gomi s imaginative, approachable books invite children to see each day anew.

Peekaboo!

by taro-gomi

It's more than a book—it's a mask! Every spread includes a funny fact about featured creatures, from bears to robots. And young readers will squeal in surprise to find that when this board book is opened, the eye-sized die-cuts allow each spread to become a mask! Kids will have a blast posing as a fly-eating frog or a mouse-chasing cat. Sure to be a hit during both story time and playtime!

Wiggle!

by taro-gomi

It's more than a book—it's a game! Every spread is missing a key element of a featured animal—from an elephant's trunk to a penguin's beak, these creatures are incomplete. And it's up to young readers to help them out! Kids can finish the illustration by wiggling their fingers through suitably placed die-cuts. Children are sure to giggle at the silliness of turning their fingers into elephant trunks and chameleon tongues—and learn a bit about animal features on the way!

Happy Doodle Book

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Toss these go-anywhere doodle books in a purse or a backpack, leave them in the back of the car, or tote them onto the plane for an instant mood adjustment or cure for boredom. Draw a happy-looking cake, a grumpy teapot, or a laughing frog, and more! No matter what their age, doodlers will appreciate Taro Gomi's wit and the opportunity to create whenever the mood strikes!

Hide and Seek

by James Patterson, Anthony Browne, taro-gomi, Kate Messner

It was the trial that electrified the world. Not only because of the defendant, Maggie Bradford, the woman whose songs captivated the world's heart. Not only because of the victim, Will Shepard, the world's most glamorous athlete. But also because everyone said Maggie had murdered not just one husband, but two. And because in Maggie's world - the world she feared and despised but could not escape, the world of the powerful, the rich, and the ruthless - both death and life could never be what they seemed. From James Patterson, bestselling author of KISS THE GIRLS and ALONG CAME A SPIDER, comes his most brilliantly realized thriller, a story that will shatter your expectations...and hold every last one of your nerves in thrall, with each twist of the plot and every turn of the page.

Hide and Seek

by James Patterson, Anthony Browne, taro-gomi, Kate Messner

A fast-paced mystery from the author of CAPTURE THE FLAG!
José, Anna, and Henry are junior members of the secret Silver Jaguar Society, sworn to protect the world's most important artifacts. When they discover that the society's treasured Jaguar Cup has been replaced with a counterfeit, the trio and their families rush to the rain forests of Costa Rica in search of the real chalice. But when the trail runs dry, new mysteries emerge: Who can they trust? Is there a traitor in their midst? With danger at every turn, it will take more than they realize for José and his friends to recover the cup before it falls into the wrong hands.

Hide and Seek

by James Patterson, Anthony Browne, taro-gomi, Kate Messner

In this sly activity board book from celebrated international favorite Taro Gomi, young readers will delight to find hidden objects amidst familiar characters. When a crocodile's dangerous smile can become a shiny toothbrush and a butterfly's camouflage transforms into adorable heart shapes, there's no telling what comes next! Kids will love learning that not everything in this world is as it seems. Sure to be a hit during both storytime and playtime!

Hide and Seek

by James Patterson, Anthony Browne, taro-gomi, Kate Messner

A game of hide-and-seek in the forest might lead to unexpected discoveries. Could there be something hidden in the trees?

When their dog goes missing, siblings Poppy and Cy decide to play hide-and-seek in the woods to distract themselves. Poppy counts to ten and sets out to look for Cy, but she can’t find him anywhere. Deeper into the woods she goes, looking for her brother, until she hears a rustling noise nearby. What could it be? Surreal forest scenes heighten the mood of the story, holding plenty of hidden images to discover. Award-winning picture book creator Anthony Browne captures one of those childhood moments when imaginations get a bit carried away, then reassures readers with a comforting ending.

Bus Stops (Taro Gomi by Chronicle Books)

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This simple story, following a bus on its daily route, encourages children to find a variety of objects in the illustrations. Bursting with color, Taro Gomi transforms an everyday event into a joyous and fascinating journey from start to finish.

Grumpy Doodle Book

by taro-gomi

Toss these go-anywhere doodle books in a purse or a backpack, leave them in the back of the car, or tote them onto the plane for an instant mood adjustment or cure for boredom. Draw a happy-looking cake, a grumpy teapot, or a laughing frog, and more! No matter what their age, doodlers will appreciate Taro Gomi's wit and the opportunity to create whenever the mood strikes!

Cheer Up Doodle Book

by taro-gomi

Toss these go-anywhere doodle books in a purse or a backpack, leave them in the back of the car, or tote them onto the plane for an unbeatable cure for boredom. Draw a shy moon, an embarrassed snowman, a snoring raccoon, or some sleepy slippers, and just try not to laugh out loud! Doodlers of all ages will appreciate Taro Gomi's wit and the opportunity to create wherever and whenever the mood strikes!

Animal Party Doodles Place Mats

by taro-gomi

Break out the pencils and crayons, and help the whale spout and the chameleon change colors! Draw the noodles in the soup and the toppings on the pizza with these giant coloring and doodling pads of 52 place mats each! Picky eaters and restless restaurant-goers of all ages will love Taro Gomi's signature humor and welcome the invitation to imagine and create at mealtime.

Mommy! Mommy! (Taro Gomi by Chronicle Books)

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In this delightful board book from international favorite Taro Gomi, two chicks embark on a quest to track down their mommy. But appearances can be deceiving, and the chicks stumble across several lookalikes before finally finding their mother hen. Young readers will love attempting their own search-and-find for signs of the missing chicken, and both parents and children will appreciate this book's sweet, reassuring message.

I Really Want to See You, Grandma: (Books for Grandparents, Gifts for Grandkids, Taro Gomi Book)

by taro-gomi

Yumi and her grandmother have the same great idea: They want to see each other. So they each head out to do just that, only to completely miss each other along the way! No problem—they'll just head back home and wait for the other to return. The trouble is that they have the same great idea—again—resulting in the ultimate missed connection! Will this duo ever find each other? Leave it to bestselling author-illustrator Taro Gomi to spin an action-packed story that sweetly, and humorously, celebrates the powerful grandparent-child bond.

The Great Day

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Join in the fun of a child's very busy day, as he jumps, runs, and plays from morning to night. Full of youthful exuberance, Taro Gomi's simple words and vibrant illustrations show all of the action and excitement children find in each new day.

Everyone Poops (Taro Gomi)

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The beloved, bestselling potty-training classic by internationally bestselling author Taro Gomi!

An elephant makes a big poop. A mouse makes a tiny poop. Everyone eats, so of course: everyone poops!

Taro Gomi's classic, go-to picture book for straight talk on all things "number 2" is back in a lovely hardcover edition, as funny, reassuring, and encouraging as ever. The concept of going to the bathroom is made concrete through this illustrated narrative that is both verbally and visually engaging.

Everyone Poops is just right for potty-training, gift-giving, and everyday reading with smart, curious readers.

FUN POTTY BOOK FOR TODDLERS: Both a matter-of-fact, educational guide and a hilarious romp through poop territory that will appeal to young listeners over and over again.

LAUGH & LEARN: Turn the pages to delight in artwork that is filled with timeless OMG moments for both kids and adults.

CLASSIC CHILDREN'S BOOK: Since its debut in 1977, this clever and colorful picture book has remained a favorite for baby shower and birthday gift giving, as well as the must-have book when potty training time arrives, delighting generations of families.

Perfect for: Children ages 6 months to 3 years old Parents, grandparents, and caregivers who are potty-training a toddler New baby gift, birthday present, and milestone moment celebration Shelving alongside books like P is for Potty! (Sesame Street), Dr. Seuss's The Foot Book, Sandra Boynton's Belly Button Book, and Everyone Feels Anxious Sometimes

Scribbles : A Really Giant Drawing and Coloring Book

by taro-gomi

This is no ordinary coloring book! With playful drawings, funny scenarios and fun-to-follow instructions, this book is not just for coloring, but for doodling, drawing, imagining and thinking!

Run, Run, Run! (Taro Gomi)

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Run, Run, Run! is a fun, fun, fun board book for on-the-go toddlers!

It's time to run a race like no other! Finish line? Winning? None of that matters here. Exploring is the goal! In this colorful board book by bestselling author-illustrator Taro Gomi, follow the racer as he runs far past the finish line and through fields, a farm, a forest, and more. Toddlers will delight in turning the pages to find out where he will run, run, run to next!

Ideal for fans of Taro Gomi and his popular children's books, including the classic Everyone Poops, My Friends, Little Truck, and Little Chicks, this board book combines irresistibly expressive artwork and energetic text to create a read-along story parents and kids will not walk but run to read again and again.

PERFECT FOR ACTIVE TODDLERS: Not only do toddlers love to run—they love to run everywhere! This spirited board book gives little ones a glimpse of what it's like to run in cities, farms, forests, and more, letting them live out their dreams of running free with the whole world at their feet. It's the ultimate board book adventure!

CELEBRATES THE POWER OF IMAGINATION: It's a toddler's dream come true: running (and running) everywhere! The youngest readers will delight in exploring a variety of scenes and reveling in the little racer's ideal race.

A GREAT GIFT: This colorful, detail-rich board book is the perfect present for young ones just starting to walk and run. Not only will it inspire them, but it will help to redefine what winning means when experience is the goal! Great for baby shower, new baby, or child's birthday gift giving.

Perfect for: Fans of Taro Gomi and Everyone Poops Gift-givers seeking a sweet and engaging board book Parents, grandparents, caregivers, and storytime leaders who love sharing fun stories and vibrant art with babies and toddlers Runners and joggers who want to share their outdoor hobby with the kids in their lives

The Crocodile and the Dentist: (Illustrated Book for Children and Adults, Humor, Coping with Anxiety) (Taro Gomi by Chronicle Books)

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Author-illustrator Taro Gomi has sold over one million books to date!

Anyone who has ever dreaded a visit to the dentist's office will appreciate this quirky and comical, one-of-a-kind picture book by best-selling Japanese author-illustrator Taro Gomi. Gomi humorously sheds light on the universal fear of dentists with playful and charming characters, uniquely illustrated to help children (and some adults) face their fears of going to the dentist's office. Gomi's humorous tale shows fear from both the dentist and patient's angles, providing a fresh perspective on fear and evoking empathy in the reader. Patients of all ages will come away from the book with a new take on what it means to see the dentist, and possibly learn some coping skills along the way.

• Light-hearted illustrations add humor
• Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence
• Children and adults learn to face their own fears

Fans of Just Going to the Dentist and The Tooth Book will love this book.

• Perfect gift for anyone with anxiety about going to the dentist
• Great way to introduce kids to the dentist
• Fun way to introduce children to empathy

Little Plane: (Transportation Books for Toddlers, Board Book for Toddlers)

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Little Plane is learning to fly! When you're small and on the go, there's a lot to watch out for: tall trees, muddy hills, and more! With wings aloft, Little Plane keeps flying, weathering the bumps along the way with his initiative, confidence, and positive attitude. This colorful follow-up to Little Boat and Little Truck by beloved author-illustrator Taro Gomi is a must for toddlers launching upward to big adventures!

Taro Gomi's Funny Fish: Go Fish Card Game : (Stocking Stuffer, Kid's Gift, Birthday Gift, Art Cards)

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Go Fish with Taro Gomi! The classic game of Go Fish gets the Taro Gomi treatment in this easy-to-play, undersea-themed extravaganza. Players of all ages will delight in the bright, colorful sea creatures and distinctively unique fish, from the Sea Sweeper to the Shooting Starfish, as they compete to collect the most pairs possible. Featuring Taro Gomi's signature bold and beautiful illustrations and presented in a giftable, screen-printed tin package, this card game of quirky and compelling creatures will quickly become a family favorite.

• Artwork by author and illustrator Taro Gomi, creator of more than 400 books for readers of all ages
• Classic Go Fish game with universally appealing imagery

Fans of Taro Gomi's Playful Puzzles for Little Hands or Mommy! Mommy! will love this set of cards.

This book is perfect for:
• Fans of Taro Gomi
• Gift givers seeking a card game for kids and their families
• Design savvy gift givers
• Parents seeking a one-of-a-kind Go Fish card game

Little Truck (Transportation Books for Toddlers, Board Book for Toddlers)

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Little Truck is setting out to explore! He's going fast, climbing hills, and braving tunnels, being just the right amount of careful along the way. But no matter how far he goes, his caring parent is never far behind. This on-the-go board book by beloved author-illustrator Taro Gomi is perfect for toddlers moving onwards and upwards to big adventures.

Little Boat: (Taro Gomi Kids Book, Board Book for Toddlers, Children's Boat Book) (Taro Gomi by Chronicle Books)

by taro-gomi

When you're small and on the go, there's a lot to watch out for: big boats, waves, rain clouds, and more! But Little Boat can handle whatever comes his way, braving the elements and the unexpected with his initiative, confidence, and positive attitude. This colorful follow-up to Little Truck by beloved author-illustrator Taro Gomi will entertain toddlers sailing toward big adventures!

My Friends/Mis Amigos (Taro Gomi)

by taro-gomi

Simple words and bold illustrations show children that friends are easy to find even in the most unlikely places.

Over the Ocean

by taro-gomi

2017 Mildred L. Batchelder Award Winner

Renowned children's book creator Taro Gomi has created another masterpiece. In this beautiful testament to wondering, a young girl gazes out to where the water meets the sky and wonders what lies beyond the waves. Boats filled with toys? Skyscrapers filled with people? Houses filled with families? Or, maybe, over the ocean stands someone not so different from the girl herself, returning her gaze. In this celebration of imagination's power, young readers will find joy in the mystery of the faraway, the unknown, and the just-beyond.

Little Chicks

by taro-gomi

Taro Gomi's little chicks are on a big adventure--and when they arrive home again, their loving parents will be waiting to hear all about it!



From the beloved author of Everyone Poops, a charming tale of three little chicks who are ready to explore the big, wide world together! Running in sunshine and in the rain, over grassy fields and past friendly neighbors, these chicks are as eager for adventure as they are to run back home into the arms of their caring parents at the end of a long day. Internationally beloved author-illustrator Taro Gomi takes the youngest of readers on a journey of adventure, discovery, and excitement, with a reassuring reminder that no matter how far they may roam, there is always love and support waiting for them at home.



ENDEARING AND AFFIRMING MESSAGE: This sweet board book pairs an affirmation of young children's desires to explore with the reassurance of parental care and unconditional support that is always waiting in the wings.



GO-TO GIFT FOR TODDLERS: Taro Gomi's simple yet stand-out illustrations make this engaging board book a must-have for toddlers. Just right as a new baby gift!



PERFECT READ-ALOUD: A playful, accessible story tinged with sweetness offers ample opportunities for parent/child bonding, making this book a wonderful choice for a satisfying read-aloud experience.



Perfect for:

• Gift-givers seeking a sweet and engaging board book as a baby shower or birthday present
• Perfect for fans of bestselling author-illustrator Taro Gomi's board books, games, and playing cards
• Parents, grandparents, caregivers, and storytime leaders who love sharing uplifting stories and vibrant art with babies, toddlers, and beginning readers
• Great for including in an Easter basket or as a thoughtful springtime gift

Taro Gomi's Big Book of Verbs

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Learn all kinds of playful action words--verbs!--with the help of bestselling author-illustrator Taro Gomi!



In Taro Gomi's inimitable world, every scene brims with energy. From a bustling marketplace to a lively school to a dazzling amusement park, each illustration is filled with action. How many characters can you spot:

• Running, riding, or climbing
• Looking, choosing, or eating
• Sleeping, screaming, or reading
• Bumping, twirling, or chatting
• And, of course, laughing?

• Fans of Taro Gomi's bestselling children's books and games
• Teachers, librarians, and early-learning educators looking for fun, engaging books that teach children about verbs
• Parents, caregivers, and grandparents
• Gift-givers looking for books for children entering preschool and kindergarten
• Readers of Richard Scarry books, First 100 Words, and other popular language learning books for kids