Autumn/Winter 2023-2024 Catalog (USCA)

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2023–2024 Collection Autumn / Winter Opening children’s hearts, minds and worlds
New! Social-Emotional Learning Body & Mind Global STEM Singalongs Early Learning Classics French Spanish Finding Barefoot & Our Reps Get Involved & Contact Us .......................2 ......22 ................24 .....................28 .....................32 ..................34 ...............38 ....................44 ....................45 ....................46 ....48 ......49

Opening children’s hearts, minds and worlds

Our robust Autumn 2023 Collection features themes of global awareness and conservation — delivered, as always, in delightful packages. Stranded! (p. 2), an epic nature-based adventure set in Iceland, is sure to grip young readers with its graphic novel-like layouts, while Benita and the Night Creatures (p.4), a silly story about Peruvian monsters, puts a global twist on tackling nighttime fears — just in time for Halloween! This season, we’re also adding five new titles to our popular Our World series for young children (p.6) and introducing several charming global books that affirm cultural identity (My Cousin’s Mermaid, p.17, Bring Back the Babka!, p. 15, Boogie in the Bronx!, p.19).

Highlighting the sheer awesomeness of nature are new titles, Copy That, Copy Cat! (p.9), a lift-the-flap book about biomimicry, Sneak! (p.8), the new camouflage book in our Slide-and-See series, and Follow the Flyway (p.11), a gorgeous tribute to bird migration.

As you can see, we have so much to share — so dive into our catalog and enjoy the discovery!

Happy browsing,

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NEW! AUGUST 2023 Stranded!

A Mostly True Story from Iceland

Written by Ævar Þór Benediktsson and illustrated by Anne Wilson AGES 6–10 | Based on a true story, the author humorously recounts the time his grandfather got stranded with a friend on a brand new volcanic island in Iceland. The adventurers face epic challenges like molten lava, melted eyeglasses and scant supplies before finally getting rescued. Graphic novel-like layouts and spirited text invite readers to search for the one thing that’s not actually true in this thrilling yet light-hearted tale of adventure. Endnotes include information about volcanoes, Icelandic culture and Norse mythology.

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Graphic novel style layouts!

Humorous storytelling!

Ævar Þór Benediktsson is one of Iceland’s most popular authors. He is Iceland’s first UNICEF Ambassador and is known for launching popular nationwide reading challenges to encourage Icelandic children and teenagers to read more. He is the author of more than 30 books.

Interiors and illustrations from Stranded!

Anne Wilson was born on Ascension Island, a volcano in the South Atlantic. Anne has an MA in illustration from St Martins College of Art, London and has been an illustrator for over 20 years.

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E NDNOTES I NCLUDE I NFORMAT ION A BOUT: ICELANDIC CULTURE More Tales of Bravery Critically Acclaimed Critically Acclaimed Bestseller! Award Winner Critically Acclaimed “Definitely a case of fools rushing in, made all the funnier by its scary bits” — Kirkus Reviews, starred review 3 Autumn / Winter 2023–2024 Collection NEW!

A global twist on taking the “scary” out of monsters!

Now available in Spanish! New!

NEW! SEPTEMBER 2023

Benita and the Night Creatures

Written by Mariana Llanos and illustrated by Cocoretto AGES 4–9 | Benita loves to read in bed but keeps getting interrupted by a whistling Tunche, a scary Supay and other spooky creatures from Peruvian lore. To the creatures’ disbelief, Benita is so absorbed by her book that she’s not the least bit scared of them. This humorous celebration of bedtime reading puts a global twist on taking the “scary” out of monsters.

Powerless monsters will have kids giggling

Mariana Llanos is a Peruvian-born writer of children’s literature. Her book Run Little Chaski! An Inka Trail Adventure won the 2022 Oklahoma Book Award and was selected for the Great Reads from Great Places program by the Library of Congress.

Endnotes include facts about mythical creatures

Cocoretto is a Peruvian-born couple and team, Ivan and Natalia. They are illustrators, authors and designers with backgrounds in fine arts, graphic design and photography. They feel grateful to have the chance to make children around the world giggle and smile with their many books and translations.

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AGES 3–7 | In this tale set in the ancient Inka empire, Little Chaski has a big job as the newest royal messenger. He must get a message to the king before sunset! But things quickly go awry as he comes across creatures in need and must decide between helping them or arriving late. Provides readers with a memorable message about balancing personal achievement with caring for others. Endnotes include a glossary of Quechua words and information about the Inka Empire, chaskis (messengers) and the Inka Trail.

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Other Books with Confident Role Models

Jet the Cat (Is Not a Cat)

Written by Phaea Crede and illustrated by Terry Runyan

AGES 3–7 | Jet is not like any other cat . . . but when other animals try to convince her that she’s really a bird or a frog or a goat, she learns to embrace her unique identity. This hilarious story teaches us to celebrate our differences.

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Hana’s Hundreds of

Written by Razeena Omar Gutta and illustrated by Manal Mirza

4–9 | Hana has a humongous collection of hijabs and accessories –and her hijab is always styled superbly. But when her overflowing collection gets a little out of hand, Hana knows something needs to be done . . . and comes up with a clever plan for sharing her talents with her community!

The Book Tree

Written by Paul Czajak and illustrated by Rashin Kheiriyeh

AGES 4–9 | When Arlo accidentally drops a book on the Mayor’s head, the Mayor decides to destroy all the books in town! But thanks to Arlo’s imagination and perseverance, stories blossom more beautifully than ever.

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Herb, The Vegetarian Dragon

Written by Jules Bass and illustrated by Debbie Harter

AGES 5–8 | Herb loves vegetables, but all his fellow dragons prefer gobbling meat! When his peaceful ways get him in big trouble, he’ll discover how just one person can make a big difference.

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Hijabs
AGES
24 PAGES 8½ X 10¾ IN HARDCOVER 9781646866205 $16.99 usd / $21.99 cad PAPERBACK 9781646866212 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad SPANISH PAPERBACK 9798888590423 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad • Introduces creatures from Peruvian lore • Highlights the joy of reading • Features a bold heroine Award Winner Critically Acclaimed Critically Acclaimed Award Winner 5 Autumn / Winter 2023–2024 Collection NEW!

Our World Series

20 PAGES 6⅝ X 6½ IN BOARD BOOK

AGES 0–4 | The authors and illustrators of the Our World Series draw on their lived experiences to create stories that immerse readers in the daily life in each country. With text and artwork developed specifically for babies and toddlers, this series is a just-right introduction to global learning.

NEW! OCTOBER 2023

Our World: Argentina

Written by Aixa Pérez-Prado and illustrated by Mariana Ruiz Johnson 9798888590102 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

More countries coming soon!

NEW! OCTOBER 2023

Our World: China

Written by Songju Ma Daemicke and illustrated by Jam Dong 9798888590065 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

NEW! OCTOBER 2023

Our World: Ethiopia

Written by Fitsum Tesfaye Habtemariam and illustrated by Netsanet Tesfay 9798888590119 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Our World: France

Our World: Mexico

Written by Cynthia Harmony and illustrated by Claudia Navarro 9781646868476 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Our World: Brazil

NEW! OCTOBER 2023

Our World: Australia

Written by Maree McCarthy Yoelu and illustrated by Sophie Beer 9798888590072 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

NEW! OCTOBER 2023

Our World: Greece

Written by Agatha Rodi and illustrated by Fotini Tikkou 9798888590188 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Written by Evelyne Holingue and illustrated by Margaux Carpentier 9781646867189 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Our World: Egypt

Written by Aya Khalil and illustrated by Magda Azab 9781646867172 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Our World: Italy

Written by Francesca Di Marzo and illustrated by Naida Mazzenga 9781646868483 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Written by Ana Siqueira and illustrated by Ana Matsusaki

9781646866304 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Our World: India

Written by Meera Sriram and illustrated by Neethi

9781646866281 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Our World: Japan

Written by Emily Satoko Seo and illustrated by Aunyarat Watanabe 9781646866298 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

“A quaint, toddlerfriendly intro to French culture and language”
— Kirkus Reviews
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Explore more i n our series

learning books f or babies

Relatable topics illustrate a “day in the life” in each country

Simple endnotes explain more and dig deeper into cultural details

20-copy Our World Display (1 or 2 of each board book) Add a POP of color to your collection! Arrives pre-assembled & ready to display. Includes 2 each of Argentina, Australia, China, Egypt, Greece, India, Japan, Mexico; 1 each of Brazil, Ethiopia, France, Italy. Learn more and browse top-up packs at www.barefootbooks.com/pos-displays.

Pronunciation guides support basic language learning

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Slide-and-See Series

Slide-and-See Series

AGES 3–6 | Introduce budding scientists to four fun STEM topics — camouflage, birds, poop and eggs! These interactive board books feature riddles about different animals and images that transform as you turn the page to reveal the answer. Includes fact-packed educational notes at the end. 28 PAGES 6½ X 6½ IN SLIDE-AND-SEE BOARD BOOK

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Learn about camouflage animals! Learn about eggs! Learn about birds! Learn about animal poop! Each book includes fact-packed educational notes about the animals featured! New! Award Winner Interiors from Sneak! 8 Barefoot Books New this season!

NEW! SEPTEMBER 2023

Copy That, Copy Cat!

Inventions Inspired by Animals

Written by Katrina Tangen and illustrated by Giulia Orecchia

AGES 4–8 | From sonar to snowshoes, discover human inventions that copy things found in nature. The story invites readers to guess the answers to riddles based on rhymes and visual cues that peek through die-cuts. Page turns reveal surprise answers that show how inventions mimic biology, with additional information under flaps. Enjoy lift-the-flap guessing games to reinforce learning!

Introduce young readers to inventions inspired by animals!

4. Learn more with the endnotes!

Lift-the-flap guessing games reinforce STEM learning.

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What is biomimcry? Sometimes being a copy cat is a good thing! We can study plants and animals to see how they work and make inventions that work the same way. That’s called biomimicry. “Bio” means life and “mimic” means copy.
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More Books by Sarah Nelson

I Like the Weather Series

Written by Sarah Nelson and illustrated by Rachel Oldfield

AGES 3–7 | Rhyming text and hand-painted illustrations invite young readers to share in the rhythm of the rushing rain, the warmth of the shining sun, the mystery of the whistling wind and the beauty of swirling snow. Each book includes educational STEM endnotes about the weather and how it helps humans and the planet.

I Like the Rain

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I Like the Snow

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I Like the Sun

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More Poetic Books about the Natural World

Factual endnotes make weather science easy to understand!

Skip through the Seasons

Written by Stella Blackston and illustrated by Maria Carluccio

1–7 | Whirl through the months of the year in this action packed seekand-find book that takes young readers on an outdoor adventure as the months pass by. The detailed pictures offer a wide variety of items to spot, while also teaching the changes that happen in nature as the year turns.

Booklist, starred review

Listen, Listen

Written by Phillis Gershator and illustrated by Alison Jay

AGES 1–4 | Immerse young readers in the sights and sounds of the year — from summer’s sizzling sun to winter’s crackling snow.

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I Took the Moon for a Walk

Written by Carolyn Curtis and illustrated by Alison Jay

AGES 1–7 | Embark on a dreamy nighttime jaunt with a young boy and the moon. Overcoming a fear of the dark and discovering the world at night live at the heart of this poetic tale.

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“This jewel of a book will draw children back again and again”
the Wind 24 PAGES 7⅞ X 7⅞ IN HARDCOVER 9781646860944 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad SPANISH HARDCOVER 9781646865215 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad Interiors from I Like the Wind
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Go on a sensory adventure with birds!

NEW! AUGUST 2023 Follow the Flyway The Marvel of Bird Migration

Written by Sarah Nelson and illustrated by Maya Hanisch

Sarah Nelson lives in Minnesota, USA, along the Mississippi Flyway, where she loves watching ducks flap and egrets glide. When she is not writing, she teaches English to adult immigrants and refugees. Sarah writes lyrical picture books on nonfiction topics, including the I Like the Weather series.

Endnotes

migration,

AGES 3–9 | In this lyrical STEM gem, follow 12 bird species as their babies begin their first migration down the majestic flyway. Rhyming, poetic text and detailed, nostalgic illustrations make for an enthralling read-aloud, carrying readers along on the birds’ sensory journey of sights and sounds.

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Can Prema use her ingenuity to preserve her town’s river during the Ganesha Chaturthi festival?

NEW! SEPTEMBER 2023 Ganesha Goes Green

Written by Lakshmi Thamizhmani and illustrated by Debasmita Dasgupta

AGES 5–9 | During her town’s Ganesha Chaturthi festival, young Prema comes up with an innovative plan to save the river from pollution. Persevering through multiple obstacles, she convinces her friends to help her create natural clay Ganesha statues to replace the plaster ones that harm the river when they dissolve. Created by an author and artist from different parts of India and set in modern-day India, this inclusive tale of activism, ingenuity and sustainability is sure to inspire young readers.

More Books About Sustainability

Set in modern day India

Food for the Future Sustainable Farms Around

Written by Mia Wenjen and illustrated by Robert Sae-Heng

3–8 | From urban gardens to farms under the sea, discover the many different sustainable ways people have been growing food for centuries, and new innovations that are battling the effects of climate change on farming.

Count On Us! Climate Activists from One to

Written by Gabi Snyder and illustrated by Sarah Walsh

4–9 | Readers count from 1 to 10 — and then in larger increments to a billion — as they learn how a movement builds in this environmental activism book.

Planet Power Explore the World’s Renewable Energy

Written by Stacy Clark and illustrated by Annalisa Beghelli

6–11 | Accessible verse and lush illustrations introduce children to important information about how we can harness the planet’s natural resources including wind, water and sun.

Scrap Metal Swan A River Clean-Up Story

Written by Joanne Linden and illustrated by Estrellita Caracol AGES 3–7 | When community members work together to clean up the town’s riverfront, an artist and her child turn found materials into something beautiful. Endnotes provide recycled-art activity ideas.

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Demonstrates the value of persevering through obstacles

Includes instructions for making an earth-friendly statue with homemade sculpting dough!

Award Winner

The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales

Retold by Dawn Casey and illustrated by Anne Wilson AGES 5–11 | Follow the Sun Mother, a brave Comanche girl and a thoughtful Welsh couple as they care for the planet in this anthology of 7 tales from around the world.

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The Bread Pet A Sourdough Story

Written by Kate DePalma and illustrated by Nelleke Verhoeff

AGES 4–9 | Cora promises to keep Uncle JB’s Bread Pet alive but didn’t anticipate its exponential growth! Her creative solution will inspire young makers to share their gifts with others. Includes endnotes on baking bread and growing your own “Bread Pet” sourdough starter.

32 PAGES 8½ X 10¾ IN

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More Books about Food & Family

The Perfect Sushi

Written by Emily Satoko Seo and illustrated by Mique Moriuchi

AGES 4–9 | Miko likes things to be perfect. But when she makes sushi for her grandmother’s birthday, she discovers that kokoro (heart) — not impeccability — is the key ingredient to the perfect present. A do-it-yourself sushi recipe is included.

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Dinner on Domingos

Written by Alexandra Katona and illustrated by Claudia Navarro

AGES 4–8 | During a Sunday night dinner at her abuelita’s house, Alejandra, a first-generation Ecuadorian American, decides to try speaking Spanish with abuelita so that they can deepen their bond. A timely tale that reflects the experience of many families.

32 PAGES 8½ X 10¾ IN HARDCOVER 9781646862931

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Farm to Table

Millie’s Chickens

Written by Brenda Williams and illustrated by Valeria Cis

AGES 5–9 | Watch Millie care for her suburban backyard chickens in this playful rhyming story. Includes educational endnotes about chickens plus four easy egg recipes.

40 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN

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The Beeman

Written by Laurie Krebs and illustrated by Valeria Cis

AGES 4–10 | Join Grandpa as he tends to his beehives and collects the honey the bees make.

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Grandpa’s Garden

Written by Stella Fry and illustrated by Sheila Moxley

AGES 3–7 | Billy wants to help Grandpa in his garden, but he wonders why everything takes so long! Endnotes explain how to plan a vegetable patch and care for it throughout the year.

40 PAGES 9 X 10¼ IN

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Dumpling Day

Written by Meera Sriram, illustrated by Inés de Antuñano and recipes by Laurel P. Jackson

AGES 4–9 | Follow ten diverse families as they cook dumplings inside their homes in preparation for a neighborhood potluck. Authentic recipes for all the dumplings and a map showing their areas of origin are included in the endnotes.

40 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN HARDCOVER 9781646862818

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A Contemporary Jewish Tale

Themes of community, generosity, and helping out your neighbors

diverse Jewish community Includes information about Jewish cuisine and a delicious babka recipe!

NEW! OCTOBER 2023 Bring Back the Babka!

Written by Marilyn Wolpin and illustrated by Madison Safer

AGES 3–8 | When brothers search for their mama’s missing babka in their diverse Jewish neighborhood, they find other delicious treats and words of wisdom from each household instead. Readers can follow clues in the illustrations to solve the mystery of the missing babka in this heartwarming and humorous tale of community members coming together for Shabbat. Endnotes includes information about Jewish cuisine and 8 traditional Jewish dishes from around the world, as well as a delicious babka recipe.

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Author Marilyn Wolpin was born and raised in Lakewood, New Jersey, surrounded by attentive Jewish mothers, grandmothers and aunts who ladled out love and advice in heaping bowlfuls.

Illustrator Madison Safer, BFA, is inspired by Russian folk art, Jewish paper cuttings and quilt patterns. She currently resides in Western Massachusetts.

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Babka!

New this season!

Anna Staniszewski grew up loving stories in both Polish and English. Born in Poland and raised in the United States, she is the author of over twenty books, many of which were inspired by her love of fairy tales. In her spare time, Anna enjoys reading, walking the dog and keeping an eye out for witches, dragons and mermaids.

Ewa Poklewska-Koziełło was born in Poland. She studied architecture before realizing she preferred the artistic details of buildings over the technical ones, which led her to become an artist. Her illustrations combine traditional and digital techniques, and she has published dozens of books, including Polish fairy tales.

TANZANIA

We All Went on Safari

A Counting Journey through Tanzania

Written by Laurie Krebs and illustrated by Julia Cairns AGES 4–10 | Trek through the grasslands of Tanzania, which is famous for its beautiful, vast wilderness.

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK 9781841481197 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

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KENYA

Mama Panya’s Pancakes

A Village Tale from Kenya

Written by Mary and Rich Chamberlin and illustrated by Julia Cairns

AGES 4–10 | Watch “a little bit” turn into a delicious feast as everyone shares what they have in this delightful take on “Stone Soup.”

40 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK 9781905236640 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

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Lin Yi’s Lantern

A Moon Festival Tale

Written by Brenda Williams and illustrated by Benjamin Lacombe

AGES 5–9 | Lin Yi wants a red rabbit lantern for the Moon Festival. When his mother sends him to market, will he buy the things she needs — or what he wants?

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK 9781846867934 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

We’re Roaming in the Rainforest

An Amazon Adventure

Written by Laurie Krebs and illustrated by Anne Wilson

AGES 4–10 | Learn how pink dolphins, poison dart frogs and leaf-cutter ants spend their days in this trip through the rainforest.

40 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK 9781846865459 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

More Global Stories

A Gift for Amma Market Day in India

Written by Meera Sriram and illustrated by Mariona Cabassa

AGES 4–9 | A girl explores the vibrant rainbow of delights in a southern Indian street market as she searches for a gift for her amma (mother).

32 PAGES 8½ X 10¾ IN HARDCOVER 9781646860616 $16.99 usd / $21.99 cad

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To Carnival! A Celebration in Saint Lucia

Written by Baptiste Paul and illustrated by Jana Glatt

AGES 4–10 | When a series of unexpected delays disrupts her journey to the big parade, Melba must adjust both her expectations and her route to the festivities. Who will she meet and what will she learn along the way?

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Market Day in Nigeria

Written and illustrated by Polly Alakija

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“Am I Polish enough?”
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My Cousin’s Mermaid A Story from Poland

On a trip to visit her cousin in Poland, a child initially struggles with not feeling “Polish enough.” She finds it hard to understand her aunt’s quick Polish speech and feels embarrassed at her own attempts to speak Polish. When she and her cousin discover their shared love of fairy tales, though, they bond instantly and set off together on an adventure across the city of Warsaw to find Syrenka Warszawska (the Mermaid of Warsaw). Endnotes include Polish words and pronunciations, as well as information about Polish history, Polish fairy tales and Warsaw landmarks.

Endnotes include Polish words and pronunciations, information about Polish history and Warsaw landmarks . . .

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Kramer resides in New York and earned her MA in Counseling in Education. Her books have been translated into fifteen languages.

Illustrator Jana Glatt’s fascination with creating characters, costumes and scenarios began in her childhood theater classes. She has illustrated more than twenty books and lives in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

More Latin American & Spanish Titles

See Spanish language titles on page 46!

Twice as Many Friends / El doble de amigos

Written by Brian Amador, illustrated by Vanina Starkoff and sung by Sol y Canto

AGES 3–7 | Set to a tune with both English and Spanish lyrics, this uplifting singalong shows kids that learning a new language means connecting with new people and making more friends! Call-and-response phrases reinforce language learning, and the endnotes include a list of English and Spanish phrases and pronunciations. Bright illustrations reflect the warmth and joy of the song. Includes online access link to audio and video animation.

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Includes digital access to original audio and animation

To Carnival! A Celebration in Saint Lucia

Written by Baptiste Paul and illustrated by Jana Glatt

AGES 4–10 | The sights, sounds and tastes of vibrant Saint Lucia come to life in this cumulative tale of a girl’s journey to Carnival. When a series of unexpected delays disrupts her journey to the big parade, Melba must adjust both her expectations and her route to the festivities. Includes educational endnotes and a pronunciation guide.

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AGES 3–7 | Joining Barefoot’s singalong collection, this upbeat story depicts residents of a high-rise apartment building in the Bronx, New York, who are dancing down to their neighborhood block party. From samba-dancing nurses to reggaeton-loving firefighters, this unique song-story introduces 10 kinds of Latin, Afro-Latin and African American dance and music from throughout the Americas. Readers can count along in English and Spanish as they visit each floor of the building! Endnotes provide more information about the dance styles. Includes an online access link to original audio and video animation.

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Learn about 10 different types of dance!

• Tango

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• Reggaeton

• Samba

• Cumbia

• Mambo

• Hip-hop

• Rumba

• Merengue

• Conga

Lola’s Fandango

Written by Anna Witte, illustrated by Micha Archer and narrated by The Amador Family

AGES 4–10 | Little Lola is tired of living in her big sister’s shadow. When she starts taking secret flamenco lessons from her Papi, will she find the courage to share her new skill with the world?

The Wheels on the Bus

Written by Stella Blackstone, illustrated by Melanie Williamson and sung by The Amador Family AGES 3–7 | Take an exciting bus ride from a Guatemalan village to a market town with this fresh approach to a favorite song.

From My Window

Written by Otávio Júnior and illustrated by Vanina Starkoff AGES 4–10 | What do you see from your window? This critically-acclaimed picture book from Brazil offers a firsthand view of what children growing up in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro see everyday. A vibrant and diverse celebration of urban community living.

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Off We Go to Mexico!

An Adventure in the Sun

Written by Laurie Krebs and illustrated by Christopher Corr AGES 4–10 | Explore vibrant Mexico and meet some of the people and animals who live there!

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AGES 0–2 | The 4 board books in the Baby’s Day Gift Set invite interaction at playtime, mealtime, naptime and more to strengthen the caregiver-child bond throughout the day. With black-and-white photos of a wide variety of faces and chic, high-contrast design, the Baby’s Day series makes for a stylish, inclusive, lasting gift.

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Mummy, What’s in Your Tummy?

Written and illustrated by Bernardita Romero

AGES 0–4 | With lyrical text, gentle humor and a sweet representation of the mother-child relationship, this imaginative story is the perfect way to help older siblings prepare for a new baby’s arrival with joy and excitement.

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Written by Sumana Seeboruth and illustrated by Maribel Castells

| A toddler humorously asserts her independence while getting ready in the morning, only to be met with one frustration after another. When she finds an opportunity to help her big sister get dressed, she accepts that they can help each other. Adults and young children alike will delight in this young child’s relatable drive for autonomy. Also available in bilingual Spanish.

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Support growing independence

NEW! AUGUST 2023

Too Green!

Written by Sumana Seeboruth and illustrated by Maribel Castells

AGES 1–4 | A young child helps his Mum and Mama cook a green vegetable soup, but then emphatically refuses to eat it. After carefully watching his parents enjoying the meal, the child finally agrees to taste it and discovers that he likes it after all! Full of humor and sound effects, this adorable and relatable tale offers a positive model for handling food reluctance. Also available in bilingual Spanish.

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That’s Mine!

Written by Sumana Seeboruth and illustrated by Ashleigh Corrin

AGES 1–4 | When a toddler in a childcare setting takes all the toy animals for herself, she discovers that monopolizing all the toys can be a bit lonely. Will offering one of the animals to another child help bridge the gap?

26 PAGES 6⅝ X 6½ IN BOARD BOOK

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Undies, Please!

Written by Sumana Seeboruth and illustrated by Ashleigh Corrin

AGES 1–4 | Motivated by new undies and Daddy’s support, a relatable toddler adorably navigates the excitement and challenges of learning to use the potty.

26 PAGES 6⅝ X 6½ IN BOARD BOOK

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Life Lessons

Stories that support the joys and challenges of growing up

Tales of Resilience

Whatever Comes Tomorrow

Written by Rebecca Gardyn Levington and illustrated by Mariona Cabassa

AGES 4–9 | We might not know what the future holds, but the lyrical rhyming text in this beautiful book reassures readers that they have the resilience and strength to face whatever comes their way. Whimsical illustrations make for a captivating read-aloud or bedtime story. Inspired by the author’s own experience with anxiety, this book offers gentle wisdom applicable to both children and adults. Endnotes includes a discussion guide and activity ideas for managing worries.

Empower kids to manage anxiety

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Making Happy

AGES 6–10 | A poetic, uplifting story about the power of joy during hard times.

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Here and There

AGES 3–8 | “Offers affirmation and hope for kids navigating parental separation” — Kirkus Reviews

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Dance like a Leaf

AGES 4–9 | A beautiful celebration of life and a gentle introduction to the death of a loved one.

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“An inspiring, visually appealing read filled with tools to help manage uncertainty” — Kirkus Reviews
“In rhymes that first acknowledge and then reassure, Gardyn Levington counsels fortitude in the face of the unknown” — Publishers Weekly
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Zahra’s Blessing A Ramadan Story

Written by Shirin Shamsi and illustrated by Manal Mirza

AGES 4–9 | Zahra yearns for a sister. When she volunteers with her mother at local shelter for asylum seekers, she befriends a displaced child, resulting in a newfound sense of gratitude and an unexpected Ramadan blessing.

32 PAGES 8½ X 10¾ IN

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Stories About Belonging

Whole Whale

Written by Karen Yin and illustrated by Nelleke Verhoeff

AGES 3–6 | One hundred unusual animals try to squeeze into the pages of this raucous rhyming tale. But will there be room to fit a whole blue whale? The humorous ending features an expansive double foldout page and the final page lists all 100 animals featured in the book.

32 PAGES 11¾ X 11¾ IN 2 GATEFOLDS

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Just Like Brothers

Written by Elizabeth Baguley and illustrated by Aurélie Blanz

AGES 3–7 | A heartwarming story about a small boy and a young wolf cub who are told to fear each other — only to find that they have more in common than their mothers ever dreamed.

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Family Reunion

Written by Chad & Dad Richardson and illustrated by Ashleigh Corrin

AGES 5–10 | This modern kid’s-eye view depiction of a Black American extended

The Tiny Baker

Written by Hayley Barrett and illustrated by Alison Jay

AGES 3–8 | Enter a fantastical world, created in vivid detail with illustrations by Alison Jay and clever, lyrical rhymes. Insect customers clamor to dine at the tiny baker’s cafe, but when the ladybug chefs fly off and upend the pristine bakery’s kitchen, the tiny baker learns an important lesson about friendship.

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The Boy Who Grew Flowers

Written by Jen Wojtowicz and illustrated by Steve Adams

AGES 4–9 | Discover the story of an

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Mindful Kids

50 Mindfulness Activities for Kindness, Focus and Calm

Written by Whitney Stewart and illustrated by Mina Braun

AGES 4+ | Make any moment mindful from morning to night with cards designed to fit into each part of the day. Whimsical, full-color illustrations on both sides of the cards provide easy-to-follow steps for each activity. The cards and 8-page instructional booklet include tips for children of a wide range of abilities, making this one-of-a-kind deck an inclusive tool for nurturing inner peace and strength.

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Kind Kids

50 Activities for Compassion, Confidence & Community

Written by Dr. Helen Maffini & Whitney Stewart, and illustrated by Mariana Ruiz Johnson

AGES 4–10 | Discover all the forms kindness can take! 50 unique games, crafts and mindfulness activities help kids develop empathy and respect for themselves, their loved ones and the wider world. Written by preschool mindfulness experts Dr. Helen Maffini and Whitney Stewart, the cards include hands-on solo and group activities perfect for home or classroom use and beyond.

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Yoga Pretzels

50 Fun Yoga Activities for Kids & Grownups

Nearly one million copies sold!

Introduction by Baron Baptiste, written by Tara Guber & Leah Kalish and illustrated by Sophie Fatus

AGES 4+ | For over 15 years, parents, educators, dance instructors and more have increased children’s confidence, patience, strength and flexibility with our celebrated Yoga Pretzels activity deck. Whatever your age, size, physical ability or familiarity with yoga, these 50 colorful cards are for you! Practice solo or try partner poses with a friend. DECK

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Yoga Tots Series

Yoga Tots: Brave Bear

Written by Tessa Strickland and illustrated by Estelí Meza

AGES 2–4 | Simple, descriptive language invites young children to pretend to be a bear, moving their furry bodies into specific yoga poses designed to both energize and inspire bravery.

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Yoga Tots: Happy Tiger

Written by Tessa Strickland and illustrated by Estelí Meza

AGES 2–4 | Happy Tiger playfully invites young children to pretend to be a tiger, moving their feline bodies into specific yoga poses known for increasing feelings of happiness.

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Yoga Tots: Strong Puppy

Written by Tessa Strickland and illustrated by Estelí Meza

AGES 2–4 | Playful text leads puppies through a simple sun salutation.

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Yoga Tots: Calm Bunny

Written by Tessa Strickland and illustrated by Estelí Meza

AGES 2–4 | Charming illustrations and step-by-step instructions take little ones through a soothing series of basic yoga poses.

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Mindfulness

Each book includes a short yoga routine

Fun, rhyming text on the left

Step-by-step instructions on the right

The term “mindfulness” refers to paying keen attention to your senses and surroundings. Valuable for all ages, regardless of ability, mindfulness is especially useful for balancing emotions and managing anxiety. The themes of mindfulness in our products inspire readers to build relationships, overcome obstacles and open their hearts.

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Mindful Tots Series

Mindful Tots: Animal Antics

Written by Whitney Stewart and illustrated by Rocío Alejandro

AGES 2–4 | Help toddlers focus as they transition from one activity to the next. This board book uses simple instructions to encourage imaginative play alongside mindful focus.

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Mindful Tots: Loving Kindness

Written by Whitney Stewart and illustrated by Rocío Alejandro

AGES 2–4 | Nurture self-compassion, empathy and inner peace with a simple loving kindness activity, accessible for children as young as age 2!

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Mindful Tots: Rest & Relax

Written by Whitney Stewart and illustrated by Rocío Alejandro

AGES 2–4 | Encourage little ones to get ready for sleep with a soothing body scan activity. The straightforward instructions and bright illustrations nurture relaxation and calm.

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Mindful Tots: Tummy Ride

Written by Whitney Stewart and illustrated by Rocío Alejandro

AGES 2–4 | Help toddlers find calm with this age-appropriate breathing technique. Features soothing ocean wave imagery, cheerful illustrations and simple text.

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Available in bilingual Spanish!

Mindfulness for children as young as age 2!

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Written by Tessa Strickland and Kate DePalma, and illustrated by David Dean AGES 3–10 | Discover what makes childhood special all over the world! Children of the World makes for a delightful family, library or classroom read-aloud that’s sure to spark timely discussions about diversity, inclusion and acceptance.

Includes 15 pages of educational notes!

“. . . Strikes a lovely balance between celebrating individuality while recognizing the rewards of community”

— Publishers Weekly, starred review

“VERDICT: An excellent introduction to cultural diversity for public and school libraries and elementary classrooms”

— School Library Journal

Illustrated by Sophie Fatus

4–9 | Meet children from many cultures with this colorful matching game! A fun way to build memory.

From the very beginning, we’ve sparked children’s imaginations with stories from all over the world. Our global books are designed to introduce kids to people who think and live differently from them and open their minds to new perspectives and cultures.

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Christmas Around the Globe

Written by Kate DePalma and illustrated by Sophie Fatus Travel the world at Christmastime! Written from a child’s-eye view of the festivities, this gorgeous picture book transports readers to 13 different countries and cultures where they can learn about Christmas through lyrical, rhyming text. Play cricket on the beach in Australia, enjoy Iceland’s Christmas Book Flood, rise before dawn for Mass in the Philippines and much more. Includes educational notes about the countries, cultures and festivities in the book. 40

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Special Days Around the World

Written by Kate DePalma and illustrated by Martina Peluso

AGES 4–10 | Lyrical, sensory nonfiction text and vibrant illustrations invite readers to experience a child’s-eye view of 13 special days around the world. Includes a global festival calendar and notes about why we celebrate.

Harvest Days

Giving Thanks Around the World

Written by Kate DePalma and illustrated by Martina Peluso

AGES 4–10 | Explore harvest festivals from around the globe! Nine pages of educational notes offer more information about the 12 cultures explored in the book and invite young readers to ask questions about food and the labor that produces it.

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50+ Games, Crafts, Recipes & More from Around the World

Written by Homa Sabet Tavangar and illustrated by Sophie Fatus

AGES 5+ | Discover 50+ hands-on activities divided into 5 categories to teach children about crafts, food, games, festivals and ways of helping others around the world. Bright artwork by Sophie Fatus makes the steps on each card easy to follow. Global Kids offers educators, librarians, parents and caregivers alike an interactive, powerful resource for raising the next generation of global citizens.

5 categories of cards

Uses everydayinexpensive, materialsno technology required!

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Travel tHe World

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Amazing Places

Written by Miralda Colombo and illustrated by Beatrice Cerocchi

AGES 8–12 | Explore the stories of 15 incredible landmarks, from Angkor Wat to Stonehenge to the Colosseum, in this comprehensive illustrated guide. Readers will get to know the people who built these places of wonder, the best ways to visit them and their mysteries that still puzzle historians today.

64 PAGES 10 X 11¾ IN

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Stories

Indian Tales

A Barefoot Collection

Retold by Shenaaz Nanji and illustrated by Christopher Corr

AGES 8+ | Discover India’s incredible diversity with these 8 folktales, each from a different Indian state!

96 PAGES 9 X 11 IN PAPERBACK 9781782853572 $16.99 usd / $21.99 cad

African Tales

A Barefoot Collection

Retold by Gcina Mhlophe and illustrated by Rachel Griffin AGES 8+ | Get swept away by 8 traditional tales from various African nations!

96 PAGES 9 X 11 IN PAPERBACK 9781782853596 $16.99 usd / $21.99 cad

Global Chapter Books

HARDCOVER
from Around the World 4 Tales of Friendship & Loyalty
friendship and loyalty and nurture global awareness with stories from Algonquian
$24.99 usd / $31.99 cad Stories from Around the World Chapter Books Boxed Sets AGES 6–10 | Fully illustrated chapter books mesmerize young readers! BOOKS 5½ X 8⅛ IN EACH BOX 5½ X 8⅛ X 2 IN SET OF 4 PAPERBACK CHAPTER BOOKS Stories from Around the World 4 Tales of Persistence & Grit Learn about courage and perseverance with stories from Zambia, Russia, Ireland and Brazil. 9781782858270 $24.99 usd / $31.99 cad
Celebrate
Nations, South Africa, Russia and Chile. 9781782858287
For more chapter books, visit our website! Stories from Around the World 4 Tales of ProblemSolving & Wit Encourage ingenuity with stories from Cambodia, Korea, Italy and Mexico. 9781782858263 $24.99 usd / $31.99 cad
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Reviews Learn facts about landmarks!world 30
Books
“Artwork in soft hues helps to explore the history, geography, and lore
of
each
— Foreword
Barefoot

— Publishers Weekly

Barefoot Books World Atlas

Written by Nick Crane and illustrated by David Dean AGES 8–12 | Ever wondered how cold it gets in Siberia? Or how many islands are in the Pacific Ocean? Our bestselling interactive atlas is packed with intriguing icons and facts to take young explorers wherever they want to go.

Test your memory skills!

52 PAGES 10 X 11¾ IN 12 FOLD-OUT BOOKLETS, 6 GATEFOLDS AND A 29½ X 17¼ IN PULL-OUT MAP HARDCOVER 9781846863332 $19.99 usd / $24.99 cad

Cities of the World Memory Game

Illustrated by David Dean AGES 4–10 | Learn about the world’s greatest cities and buildings and practice matching landmarks with the city and country where they’re found.

72 CARDS BOX SIZE 8 X 8½ X 1 IN 9781782852209 $19.99 usd / $24.99 cad

Best-

Barefoot World Atlas App $4.99 usd / higher in Canada

This updated version of our show-stopping interactive app presents the same beautifully illustrated 3D globe and rich multimedia features, but with streamlined navigation, improved search function and reduced file size. Additional content on world art, cities and more is now included, and a new “surprise” option allows children to jump to a random place on the globe just by shaking their device. Better than ever, this educational adventure invites children to immerse themselves in the diverse cultures and natural beauty of our planet.

Available on the App StoreTM for iPad® and iPhone®.

Bestseller!

My Granny Went to Market

A Round-the-World Counting Rhyme

Written by Stella Blackstone and illustrated by Christopher Corr AGES 3–7 | Help Granny count the souvenirs she collects as she spins around the world on a magic-carpet shopping trip!

IN

Barefoot Books World Atlas Sticker Book

Written by Nick Crane and illustrated by David Dean AGES 4–10 | The 450+ reusable stickers in this oversized, 32page collection guide children on a fact-packed journey around the world, teaching them about each region’s people, plants, animals and landmarks. This engaging companion to the Barefoot Books World Atlas includes a labeled, pull-out world map poster.

Includes over 450 reusable stickers and a pull-out world map poster!

Illustrations from Barefoot Books World Atlas
“With its emphasis on sustainability, interconnectedness, and diversity, [this atlas] offers young armchair travelers and globe-trotters much to discover”
PAGES 10 X 11¾ IN PAPERBACK 9781782858300 $12.99 usd
32
/ $16.99 cad
24 PAGES 10 X 9¾
PAPERBACK 9781905236626 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad SPANISH PAPERBACK 9781846860904 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad
Interior from Barefoot Books World Atlas Sticker Book
seller! Bestseller!
31 Autumn / Winter 2023–2024 Collection GLOBAL
Critically Acclaimed Award Winner

Barefoot Books Water A Deep Dive of Discovery

Written

Home for a Penguin,

Written

A Rainbow of Rocks

Written

atural World Investigate nature’s wonders!
DePalma | A rainbow of rocks
ruby to amethyst and
Eye-popping close-up
of real, vibrant rocks and minerals in a rainbow of
are brought to life by lyrical, rhyming text
the many
of geology. Includes educational notes perfect for STEM learning. 24 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK 9781782859925 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad
by Kate
— from
beyond!
photos
colors
about
facets
Williams and
Annalisa Beghelli AGES 3–8
in
nonfiction
endnotes
HARDCOVER 9781782857433 PAPERBACK 9781782857440
by Brenda
illustrated by
homes of 23 marine animals
this narrative
picture book, featuring 8 pages of fact-packed
about wildlife, oceans about the world, clean energy and
by Christy Mihaly and illustrated by Mariona Cabassa AGES 8–12 | Immerse
water!
yourself in fascinating facts about
at the end! 64 PAGES 10 X 11¾ IN 7 FOLD-OUT BOOKLETS, 6 GATEFOLDS HARDBACK 9781646862801 $19.99 usd / $24.99 cad
This comprehensive yet accessible exploration of water will help young readers understand many aspects of one of our planet’s most precious resources — and how they can protect it. A friendly water droplet character guides children through topics ranging from melting and freezing to the ways in which water literally shapes the Earth. Includes a helpful glossary
Gatefolds and booklets overflow with activity ideas and experiments!
“Combines science and story to explore water in all its forms . . . Oceanic in scope — but clear and refreshing”
Interior from Barefoot Books Water UN Sustainable Development Goals, “Life Below Water” Reading List, 2021 Critically Acclaimed Award Winner 32 Barefoot Books
— Kirkus Reviews, starred review

The Barefoot Book of Animal Tales From Around the World

Retold by Naomi Adler and illustrated by Amanda Hall

AGES 5–11 | With these 9 traditional tales, you’ll meet extraordinary animals and learn the importance of caring for the planet.

80 PAGES 8½ X 10¾ IN PAPERBACK 9781782853961

$16.99 usd / $21.99 cad

Kids’ Garden

50 Hands-on Activities for All Seasons

Written by Whitney Cohen, Life Lab and illustrated by Roberta Arenson

AGES 6–10 | 50 easy-to-follow activity cards in 5 engaging categories invite children to learn not just the basics of gardening, but also new ways of looking at nature.

DECK OF 50 CARDS W/ 8-PAGE ILLUSTRATED LEAFLET

BOX SIZE 5½ X 7¼ X 1¼ IN 9781646861606

$16.99 usd / $21.99 cad

Creative Child Magazine Award Winner

Barefoot Books Solar System

Written by Anne Jankéliowitch and illustrated by Annabelle Buxton

AGES 8–12 | Shoot for the moon and beyond with this stunning guide to our solar system! Space-loving kids will expand their astronomy, physics and chemistry knowledge with each fully-illustrated, detailed page about planets, stars, telescopes, space travel and more. The glow-in-thedark pull-out poster will entrance future astronauts and reinforce STEM knowledge. A strong companion to the celebrated Barefoot Books World Atlas 52 PAGES 10 X 11¾ IN 6 FOLD-OUT BOOKLETS, 13 GATEFOLDS AND A 29½ X 17¼ IN PULL-OUT MAP HARDCOVER 9781782858232 $19.99 usd / $24.99 cad

Barefoot Books Incredible Animals

Written by Dunia Rahwan and illustrated by Paola Formica

AGES 8–12 | In this beautifully illustrated guide, discover exciting information about unusual animals from all around the world. A delightfully quirky system of organization introduces the reader to the superlatives of the animal kingdom, from “top predators” to “expert architects.” A must-have encyclopedia for any animal enthusiast!

64 PAGES 10 X 11¾ IN HARDCOVER

9781646860661 $19.99 usd / $24.99 cad

Discover mindblowing facts about 100+ cool creatures!
Interior from Barefoot Books Incredible Animals Bestseller! Critically Acclaimed
the flaps for bonus facts!
Award Winner
Lift
33 Autumn / Winter 2023–2024 Collection STEM
Interior from Barefoot Books Solar System

1 Read the colorful books 2 Listen to the catchy tunes 3 Watch the lively animations

Si ngalo ngs

Build the mind-body connection with educational singalong books that get kids moving.

Large Format Board Books

Driving My Tractor

Written by Jan Dobbins, illustrated by David Sim and sung by SteveSongs

AGES 0–7 | Chug along with a farmer and his tractor on this multi-season animal adventure! This colorful book combines simple counting instruction with humor, repetition and rhythm.

30 PAGES 8⅝ X 8⅝ IN LARGE BOARD BOOK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646868551 $14.99 usd / $18.99 cad

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646864379 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes

Written by Skye Silver, illustrated by Mariana Ruiz Johnson and sung by Chris Mears

AGES 0–7 | Develop healthy habits for growing bodies and minds with all new verses to this classic movement singalong.

30 PAGES 8⅝ X 8⅝ IN LARGE BOARD BOOK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646862856 $14.99 usd / $18.99 cad

24 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865086 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

PAPERBACK W/ ENHANCED CD 9781646860692 $10.99 usd / $13.99 cad

Over in the Meadow

Illustrated by Jill McDonald and sung by Susan Reed

AGES 0–7 | Across the meadow, baby animals echo their mothers — and your wee ones can listen along and echo you with this large board book!

22 PAGES 8⅝ X 8⅝ IN LARGE BOARD BOOK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646862887 $14.99 usd / $18.99 cad

24 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865895 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

PAPERBACK W/ ENHANCED CD 9781846867477

$10.99 usd / $13.99 cad

If You’re Happy and You Know It!

Written by Anna McQuinn, illustrated by Sophie Fatus and sung by Susan Reed

AGES 0–7 | In this large board book version of the traditional song, children from diverse cultures clap their hands, stomp their feet, pat their heads and much more. The accompanying digital audio and animation continues the interactive fun!

22 PAGES 8⅝ X 8⅝ IN LARGE BOARD BOOK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646862863 $14.99 usd / $18.99 cad

26 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646864430 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

PAPERBACK W/ ENHANCED CD 9781846866197

$10.99 usd / $13.99 cad

More Classics

The More We Get Together

Written by Celeste Cortright, illustrated by Betania Zacarias and sung by Audra Mariel & Kena Anae

AGES 3–7 | Work together with 4 kids to make their neighborhood healthier, friendlier and greener for everyone.

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865123 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Whole World

Illustrated by Christopher Corr and sung by Fred Penner

AGES 3–7 | Sing around the world, from mountains to valleys, in towns and cities, with all the fish, birds, trees and flowers of the Earth!

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN

PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865253 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush

Illustrated by Sophie Fatus and sung by Fred Penner

AGES 3–7 | Find out how four children from Mali, Europe, India and China go through their morning routines.

24 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865864 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

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4 Sing & dance along 5 Learn with the nonfiction notes at the end

Captivating Creatures

Yoga Adventure!

Written & sung by Jamaica Stevens & JAMaROO

Kids and illustrated by Rocío Alejandro

AGES 3–7 | Travel to all 7 continents and the oceans too, with an energetic yoga sequence set to an irresistible original song.

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN

HARDCOVER W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646862894 $16.99 usd / $21.99 cad

PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646864249 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

PAPERBACK W/ ENHANCED CD

9781646862900 $10.99 usd / $13.99 cad

The Parrot Tico Tango

Written and illustrated by Anna Witte and sung by Brian Amador

AGES 3–7 | Will anything make this fruit-snatching parrot learn his lesson?

24PP 10 X 9¾ IN

PAPERBACK WITH AUDIO

9781782854227 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

SPANISH PAPERBACK WITH AUDIO

9781782854234 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Walking through the Jungle

Written by Stella Blackstone, illustrated by Debbie Harter and sung by Fred Penner

AGES 3–7 | Hike through the rainforest, scale a mountain, swim across the ocean and still make it home for dinner.

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN

PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646864409 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

A Dragon on the Doorstep

Written by Stella Blackstone, illustrated by Debbie Harter and sung by Fred Penner

AGES 3–7 | Play hide-and-seek with a dragon, a crocodile, a gorilla and all sorts of weird and wonderful creatures.

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN

PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646864362 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

At Barefoot Books, we value . . .

Music & Movement

Barefoot has “virtually made the singalong CD its own,” raved The Telegraph over 10 years ago — and our proud tradition of singalong books continues to this day! Now you can stream the videos and songs online, making our celebrated singalongs collection a more flexible resource than ever.

Bestseller!

Award Winner

The Animal Boogie

Illustrated by Debbie Harter and sung by Fred Penner

AGES 3–7 | Dance with 8 kids and their animal pals through the jungles of India.

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN

PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646864898 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

SPANISH PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO

9781646865055 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Creepy Crawly Calypso

Written by Tony Langham, illustrated by Debbie Harter and sung by Richard Love

AGES 3–7 | Jump and jive with this funky band of mini-beasts, as they play their cool calypso beats!

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN

PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865857 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

PAPERBACK W/ ENHANCED CD

9781846868283 $10.99 usd / $13.99 cad

Bestseller!

Dinosaur Rap

Written by John Foster, illustrated by Debbie Harter and sung by Mikey Henry Jr.

AGES 3–7 | Get movin’ and groovin’ with 7 dancing dinosaurs!

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO 9781646864492 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

PAPERBACK W/ENHANCED CD 9781782853022 $10.99 usd / $13.99 cad

Dancing Dinos Dominoes

Illustrated by Debbie Harter

AGES 3–6 | Have fun with early math and science, creative movement and taking turns with this one-of-a-kind domino game. Includes instructions for 5 games of varying difficulties.

BOX SIZE 7½ X 5¼ X 1¼ IN

DOMINO SIZE 2¼ X 4¾ IN

9781782854319 $16.99 usd / $19.99 cad

Our singalongs with this icon include online access! Scan the QR code to stream the video animation and song. Find all of our bestselling singalongs online

Illustrations from Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes

35 Autumn / Winter 2023–2024 Collection SINGALONGS

D A N C E & L E A R N !

Singalong books that include animation and music bring STEM concepts to life.

Dump Truck Disco

A Hole in the Bottom of the Sea

Retold by Jessica Law, illustrated by Jill McDonald and sung by The Flannery Brothers

AGES 3–7 | Swim with 5 sea creatures in this tongue-twisting singalong that introduces the marine food chain.

24 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN

PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865048 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Bestseller!

Written by Skye Silver, illustrated by Christiane Engel and sung by Audra Mariel

AGES 3–7 | This quirky construction vehicle crew is on a secret mission to build a playground!

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO 9781646864393 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Five Little Mermaids

Written by Sunny Scribens, illustrated by Barbara Vagnozzi and sung by Audra Mariel

AGES 3–7 | Sing and swim on an undersea journey, counting down from 5 to 0.

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646867356 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

My Friend Robot!

Written by Sunny Scribens, illustrated by Hui Skipp and sung by Norma Jean Wright

AGES 3–7 | Join these makers — and a robot — as they build a treehouse with simple machines.

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN

PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865871 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Space Song Rocket Ride

Written by Sunny Scribens, illustrated by David Sim and sung by Mark Collins

AGES 3–7 | Blast off through our solar system to visit moons, planets and more!

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865116 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Outdoor Opposites

Written by Brenda Williams, illustrated by Rachel Oldfield and sung by The Flannery Brothers

AGES 3–7 | Head into the countryside for a camping adventure full of contrasts!

10 X 9¾ IN 32PP

PAPERBACK W/ ENHANCED CD

9781782850953 $10.99 usd / $13.99 cad

Illustrations from Dump Truck Disco

Arrives pre-assembled & ready to display. Learn more and browse top-up packs at www.barefootbooks.com/pos-displays.

usd / $389.70 cad EACH point of sale display

30-copy Classics Singalongs Display (6 each of 5 paperbacks) 9781646867448

Includes The Animal Boogie, If You’re Happy and You Know It!, Over in the Meadow, The More We Get Together and The Wheels on the Bus

30-copy STEM Singalongs Display (6 each of 5 paperbacks) 9781646867455

Includes Dinosaur Rap, Space Song Rocket Ride, Rooftop Garden, Creepy Crawly Calypso and My Friend Robot.

30-copy Travel & Adventure Singalongs Display (6 each of 5 paperbacks) 9781646867462

Includes Driving my Tractor, Dump Truck Disco, We All Go Traveling By, Port Side Pirates! and Yoga Adventure!

30-copy Assorted Singalongs Display (2 each of 15 paperbacks) 9781646867479

Includes The Animal Boogie, Dinosaur Rap, Driving my Tractor, If You’re Happy and You Know It!, Space Song Rocket Ride, Dump Truck Disco, Over in the Meadow, Creepy Crawly Calypso, We All Go Traveling By, The More We Get Together, Rooftop Garden, Port Side Pirates!, The Wheels on the Bus, My Friend Robot! and Yoga Adventure!

STEM
BASE + HEADER: 17½ (H) X 11½ (W) X 9½ IN (D) $299.70
36 Barefoot Books

Farming & Gardening

Rooftop Garden

Written by Danna Smith, illustrated by Pati Aguilera and sung by Holly Turton

AGES 3–7 | Set to a foot-tappin’ original tune, this rhythmic, rhyming story will have kids singing enthusiastically about the 6 stages of plant growth.

24 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN

PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646864966 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

HARDCOVER W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646864959 $16.99 usd / $21.99 cad

A Farmer’s Life for Me

Written by Jan Dobbins, illustrated by Laura Huliska-Beith and sung by The Flannery Brothers

AGES 3–7 | From milking the cows in the morning to closing the gate at night, learn about a day in the life of a farming family.

24 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865024 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

SPANISH PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865031 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Our singalongs with this icon include online access! Scan the QR code to stream the video animation and song.

Transportation

Up, Up, Up!

Written & sung by Susan Reed and illustrated by Rachel Oldfield

AGES 3–7 | Enjoy an aerial view of the planet from a hot-air balloon with 3 children and their inquisitive dog.

24 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865918 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

The Journey Home from Grandpa’s

Written by Jemima Lumley, illustrated by Sophie Fatus and sung by Fred Penner

AGES 3–7 | Helicopters, trains, tractors and other fun forms of transportation fill the bright acrylic illustrations.

24 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO 9781646865093 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

The Farmyard Jamboree

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald, illustrated by Sophie Fatus and sung by Bob King

AGES 3–7 | Quack, moo and neigh along to this riotous cumulative song that features animals of all shapes and sizes.

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865062 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

We All Go Traveling By

Written by Sheena Roberts, illustrated by Siobhan Bell and sung by Fred Penner

AGES 3–7 | Point out colors and modes of transportation as you zoom, beep and rumble your way to school.

24 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646864416 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Port Side Pirates! Written by Oscar Seaworthy, illustrated by Debbie Harter and sung by Mark Collins

AGES 3–7 | Set sail with a lively band of buccaneers and find fun pirate facts at the end.

32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO & VIDEO

9781646865109 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Bestseller!

“A perfect introduction to teaching modes of transportation” — Growing Minds
37 Autumn / Winter 2023–2024 Collection SINGALONGS

LIFT - THE - FLAPS

Wild Week

Kick-start early learning with dynamic board books they’ll turn to again and again.

ClEo SeriEs

AGES 0–4 | Learn

OPpositeS

AGES 1–4 | 22 PAGES 6½ X 6½ IN BOARD BOOK W/ AUDIO $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad EACH

Cleo’s

Count to ten and back again with Cleo as she explores the outside world, spotting trees, fish, dogs, frogs and chicks.

9781646862764

Discover the colors with help from Cleo! This poetic rhyming journey follows Cleo as she encounters familiar objects, each with its own color.

Cleo the Cat

A lonely, inquisitive cat explores the world around her while looking for a friend.

9781646865130

early literacy!

Cleo’s Alphabet Help Cleo guess which word goes with each letter of the alphabet as she playfully explores the world around her.

Cleo’s Adventure Cleo wakes up and makes her way outside where she climbs, skips and bounces until she is finally called inside for kisses.

9781646865147

Cleo finds a Friend

A new puppy has arrived in Cleo’s home, and Cleo is not happy about it.

9781646865154

Illustration from Red Hat, Pink Boots
Learn with Cleo Display (5 each of 4 board books) Add a POP of color to your collection! Arrives pre-assembled & ready to display. Learn more and browse top-up packs at www.barefootbooks.com/pos-displays. BASE + HEADER: 15½ (H) X 14 (W) X 9½ IN (D) 9781646867394 $179.80 usd / $219.80 cad point of sale display Fast and Slow Written and illustrated by Britta Teckentrup BOARD BOOK 9781846869525 $7.99 usd / $9.99 cad Big and Small Written and illustrated by Britta Teckentrup BOARD BOOK 9781846869518 $7.99 usd / $9.99 cad
20-copy
Concepts
First
Cleo’s Colors
9781646862757
9781646862740 Numbers
Rhyming text helps support
Written by Stella Blackstone, illustrated by Caroline Mockford and narrated by Xanthe Gresham Knight
Each book includes access to online narration!audio
16 PAGES 6½ X 6½ IN LIFT-THE-FLAP BOARD BOOK 9781782859758 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad 38 Barefoot Books
Written by Teresa Porcella and illustrated by Carmen Queralt
the days of the week and rooms of the house in this whimsical board book.

Mix

and

Match Series

Written and illustrated by Nelleke Verhoeff

AGES 0–4

Ketchup On My Sundae

Mix and match foods in this flavorful split-page board book to create dishes that sound delicious . . . or hilariously revolting! This interactive addition to the Mix-andMatch Series will build vocabulary and spark conversations about the flavors and textures of different foods. Explore the sensory experience of eating various foods in a safe, clean way!

9781646868490

Mix and match tops and bottoms of characters in this interactive split-page board book to learn about different jobs — and create fantastical ones! This giggle-inducing addition to the Mixand-Match Series will introduce young readers to many types of work while building vocabulary. The characters in the book defy stereotypes, opening up a world of possibilities for all children.

9781646868506

“The book to pick when you want all the toddlers, babies, preschoolers and caregivers within earshot to come to story hour” School Library Journal, starred review

Young readers can match heads to a variety of tails and legs to compose quirky characters. Each flap presents a new opportunity for counting and learning vocabulary words for body parts!

9781646862832

Little ones can mix and match tops and bottoms to create hilarious clothing combinations. The splitpage format makes it irresistibly fun for children to learn the names of colors and articles of clothing as they style each new outfit.

9781646862849

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Red Hat, Pink Boots 1 Smile, 10 Toes Bruno Builder Bakes Bread
| 24 PAGES 6⅝ X 6½ IN MIX-AND-MATCH BOARD BOOK $12.99 usd / $14.99 cad EACH Silly split-page board books make learning so much fun! 16-copy Mix & Match Display (4 each of 4 interactive board books) Add a POP of color to your collection! Arrives pre-assembled & ready to display. Learn more and browse top-up packs at www.barefootbooks.com/pos-displays. BASE + HEADER: 15½ (H) X 14 (W) X 9½ IN (D) 9798888590171 $207.84 usd / $239.84 cad Create wacky food combinations! Learn about different jobs Interior from Bruno
Bread point of sale display Interior from Ketchup on My Sundae Critically Acclaimed Award Winner 39 Autumn / Winter 2023–2024 Collection EARLY LEARNING
Builder Bakes

Cuddly Bear Plush

Fun with BEAR!

The Bear Book Series

Bear in a Square

AGES 2–6 | Spot the moons, hearts, stars and more — and count them as you go!

24 PAGES 6⅝ X 6½ IN BOARD BOOK W/ AUDIO

9781841482873 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO

9781846860553 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

8⅝ X 9⅞ IN BILINGUAL SPANISH PAPERBACK

9781846863875 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

BILINGUAL FRENCH PAPERBACK

9781782853305 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

Includes online access to audio narration!

ALL AGES | An adorable, cuddly version of Barefoot Books’ most beloved character, Bear! Little ones will love snuggling up with their very own soft stuffed Bear while enjoying books in the Bear series.

7 IN TALL

MACHINEWASHABLE

9781782856481

$9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Find

At Barefoot Books, we value . . .

Early Learning

Bear in Sunshine

AGES 2–6 | Enjoy the seasons with Bear, as he partakes in a different activity for each kind of weather.

24 PAGES 6⅝ X 6½ IN BOARD BOOK W/ AUDIO

9781841489230 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

8⅝ X 9⅞ IN BILINGUAL SPANISH PAPERBACK

9781846863899 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

BILINGUAL FRENCH PAPERBACK

9781782853312 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

Bear About Town

AGES 2–6 | Follow Bear as he visits the different places in his town, and learn the days of the week along the way.

24 PAGES 6⅝ X 6½ IN BOARD BOOK W/ AUDIO

9781841483733 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

8⅝ X 9⅞ IN BILINGUAL SPANISH PAPERBACK

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32 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK W/ AUDIO

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20-copy Learn with Bear Display (5 each of 4 board books)

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BASE + HEADER: 15½ (H) X 14 (W) X 9½ IN (D) 9781646867387 $179.80 usd / $219.80 cad

Raising a reader starts at birth! Our board books are designed to ignite babies’ and toddlers’ love of reading and to lay the foundation for early learning. We choose bold, high-contrast illustrations and craft simple, interactive plots to keep little eyes glued to the pages — and looking for more books to read throughout their lives!

Written by Stella Blackstone, illustrated by Debbie Harter and narrated by Henry Strozier
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Bear’s Big Day Sticker Book

Written by Stella Blackstone and illustrated by Debbie Harter

AGES 3+ | Join Bear for a whole day of adventures! Little ones can place more than 400 reusable stickers to dress Bear for the weather, match shapes at school, decorate for a birthday party and more. Based on the best-selling Bear series, this endearing sticker book offers young children an opportunity for both structured and creative hands-on learning.

Cards from Busy Bear

Busy Bear Count & Sort

Illustrated by Debbie Harter

AGES 3–6 | Get ready to play and learn! Children can practice early math, storytelling and taking turns with Bear as their guide. 30 double-sided cards and 5 games will provide new challenges as children grow.

 Count from 1 to 10

 Find all the shapes

 Tell a story about Bear’s day

BOX SIZE 7½ X 5¼ X 1¼ IN CARD SIZE 3¼ X 4¾ IN 9781782854302 $16.99 usd / $19.99 cad
Bear’s sticker book invites kids to interact with the story of Bear’s big day!
skills like shape and color recognition More fun with stickers! Barefoot Books World Atlas Sticker Book See page 31 to learn more! PAPERBACK 9781782858300 $12.99 usd / $16.99 cad Interiors and illustrations
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My Big Barefoot Book of Wonderful Words

Illustrated by Sophie Fatus

Also in bilingual Spanish and bilingual French!

AGES 2–6 | With its urban setting and diverse cast of characters, Wonderful Words is carefully crafted to build vocabulary for our modern world. Each scene teems with people, places and things, labeled for learning new words. A must-have for every family library!

48 PAGES 10 X 11¾ IN HARDCOVER 9781782850922 $19.99 usd / $24.99 cad

My Big Barefoot Book of Spanish & English Words

BILINGUAL SPANISH HARDCOVER

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Thesaurus Rex

Written by Laya Steinberg and illustrated by Debbie Harter

AGES 3–7 | Join T. Rex as he frolics, rollicks, frisks and romps! “Kids will enjoy the book just for the fun story... but it also works as an excellent introduction to synonyms”

— School Library Journal

24 PAGES 10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK

Baby’s First Words

Written by Stella Blackstone & Sunny Scribens and illustrated by Christiane Engel

AGES 0–3 | Develop baby’s vocabulary with a groundbreaking book starring a toothy toddler and her 2 dads!

20 PAGES 5½ X 6 IN BOARD BOOK

9781782858720 $7.99 usd / $9.99 cad

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9781782858737 $7.99 usd / $9.99 cad

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Octopus Opposites

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Elusive Moose

Written by Joann Gannij and illustrated by Clare Beaton

My Big Barefoot Book of French & English Words

BILINGUAL FRENCH HARDCOVER

9781782852957 $19.99 usd / $24.99 cad

One Moose, Twenty Mice

Illustrated by Clare Beaton

AGES 1–4 | Count from 1 to 20 with 1 moose, 2 crabs, 3 ladybugs and many more! Toddlers will love pointing out the silly cat on each page.

32 PAGES 6⅝ X 6½ IN BOARD BOOK 9781841482859 $9.99 usd / $11.99 cad

10 X 9¾ IN PAPERBACK

9781841481296 $9.99 usd / $12.99

Written by Stella Blackstone and illustrated by Stephanie Bauer

AGES 1–4 | Vibrant creatures range from friendly elephants to flying kookaburras, each demonstrating some kind of “opposite.”

PAGES 6¼ X 7⅞ IN BOARD BOOK 9781846865916 $9.99 usd / $11.99 cad

AGES 1–4 | Travel north to search for the elusive moose hidden in every scene! You’ll learn about the animals and the seasons with the informative notes at the end.

42 PAGES 6⅝ X 6½ IN BOARD BOOK 9781846860010

$8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

Hidden Hippo

Written by Joann Gannij and illustrated by Clare Beaton

AGES 1–4 | Journey to Africa in search of a hidden hippo. Lots of different animals are introduced throughout this rhyming, hide-and-seek adventure.

32 PAGES 6⅝ X 6½ IN BOARD BOOK 9781846863295

$8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

Alligator Alphabet

Written by Stella Blackstone and illustrated by Stephanie Bauer

AGES 1–4 | In this delightful ABC book, young children will learn the upper- and lowercase letters of the alphabet as they meet a parade of creatures.

Learning
Early literacy and math are a joy with colorful books and games that invite interaction.
Illustrations from My Big Barefoot Book of Wonderful Words
Interiors from My Big Barefoot Book of Wonderful Words
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Build-a-Story Cards

character cards

setting cards

· Play 30+ games created by an education specialist for kids ages 3-10

· Develop storytelling and writing skills

· Build unique stories with color-coded cards

object cards

Community Helpers

Illustrated by Sophie Fatus 9781782857402 $12.99 usd / $16.99

Explore teamwork, responsibility and kindness! Kids will love piecing together stories with firefighters, kid superheroes and more.

Space Quest

Illustrated by Christiane Engel 9781782859345 $12.99 usd / $16.99

Blast off into space, encourage critical thinking and lay the building blocks for lifelong STEM learning.

Ocean Adventure

Illustrated by Debbie Harter

Problem-Solving Mathematics

Social-Emotional Learning

Set sail for strong mathematics and writing skills! Create stories about mermaids and pirates while having fun with shapes, relative size, measurement, estimation and addition.

Magical Castle

Illustrated by Miriam Latimer 9781782853831 $12.99 usd / $16.99 cad

Create exciting adventures for Ruby and her little brother, Leon, amongst dragons, castles, magic potions and more. Includes 30+ games designed to reinforce social-emotional learning.

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AGES 3–10 DECK OF 36 CARDS W/ 8-PAGE ILLUSTRATED LEAFLET BOX SIZE 4½ X 5½ X 1¼ IN 12-copy Build-a-Story Display (3 each of 4 story card decks) Add a POP of color to your collection! Arrives pre-assembled & ready to display. Learn more and browse top-up packs at www.barefootbooks.com/pos-displays. BASE + HEADER: 17½ (H) X 11½ (W) X 9½ IN (D) 9781646867493 $155.88 usd / $203.88 cad
With each deck:
Teamwork & Community Mix and match between all 4 decks for more creative stories! Bestseller! Award Winner 43 Autumn / Winter 2023–2024 Collection EARLY LEARNING

Barefoot Classics

The Snow Queen

Retold by Sarah Lowes, illustrated by Miss Clara and narrated by Xanthe Gresham Knight

AGES 7–11 | Can brave Gerda rescue her best friend Kay from the Snow Queen?

48PP 5½ X 8⅛ IN PAPERBACK CHAPTER

BOOK WITH AUDIO

9781782858614

$9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

The

Arabian Nights

Retold by Wafa’ Tarnowska and illustrated by Carole Hénaff

AGES 10+ | These 8 illustrated stories, retold by Lebanese author Wafa’ Tarnowska, are an unforgettable introduction to Shahrazade’s tales.

160PP 5½ X 8⅛ IN PAPERBACK CHAPTER BOOK

9781846865688

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Award Winner

The

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The Gigantic Turnip

Written by Aleksei Tolstoy, illustrated by Niamh Sharkey and narrated by Imelda Staunton

AGES 3–7 | How many people (and animals!) will it take to pull up the massive turnip from the garden? This humorous counting tale celebrates cooperation, teamwork and the joys of gardening.

40 PAGES 8½ X 10¾ IN PAPERBACK W/AUDIO

9781905236589 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

SPANISH PAPERBACK

9781841483962 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Adventures of Odysseus

Retold by Hugh Lupton and Daniel Morden, illustrated by Christina Balit and narrated by Hugh Lupton

AGES 10+ | While sailing home from war, clever Odysseus makes a terrible mistake. He’ll need ingenuity and humility to get back to his family.

128PP 5½ X 8⅛ IN PAPERBACK CHAPTER BOOK WITH AUDIO

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AGES 8+ 96PP 9 X 11 IN PAPERBACK 9781782853565

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The Story Tree

Retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton and illustrated by Sophie Fatus

AGES 3–7 | This anthology includes folk tales from Germany, Norway, Russia and beyond! The 7 stories impart important lessons using quirky illustrations, humorous text and lovable characters.

64 PAGES 9 X 11 IN PAPERBACK W/AUDIO

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The Little Red Hen

Retold by Mary Finch, illustrated by Kate Slater and narrated by Debra Messing

AGES 3–7 | How will the Little Red Hen transform a seed into bread? Follow her process from the farm to the table and learn about the value of hard work. Includes a recipe for baking your own bread.

32PP 8½ X 10¾ IN PAPERBACK WITH AUDIO

9781782850410 $9.99 usd /$12.99 cad

SPANISH PAPERBACK

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Interior from The Gigantic Turnip
“Rhythmical, funny and perfectly paced”
— The Guardian
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Charming illustrations bring familiar folk tales and classics to life.

Barefoot en français

SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING

Des fleurs pour Angélina

Written by Jen Wojtowicz andillustrated by Steve Adams

AGES 4–9 | Discover the story of an unusual boy with an incredible secret, and how his life changes when a kind new girl joins his class.

32 PAGES 8½ X 10¾ IN FRENCH PAPERBACK

9781782851424 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Allons au carnaval!

Une célébration à Sainte-Lucie

Written by Baptiste Paul and illustrated by Jana Glatt

AGES 4–10 | The sights, sounds and tastes of vibrant Saint Lucia come to life in this cumulative tale of a girl’s journey to Carnival.

32 PAGES 8½ X 10¾ IN FRENCH PAPERBACK

9781646862160 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Danser comme une feuille

Written by AJ Irving and illustrated by Claudia Navarro

AGES 4–9 | As her grandmother’s health declines, a young girl begins to lovingly take the lead in their cozy shared autumn traditions.

32 PAGES 8½ X 10¾ IN FRENCH PAPERBACK 9781646860609 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Florian, le dragon végétarien

Written by Jules Bass and illustrated by Debbie Harter

AGES 5–8 | Herb loves vegetables, but all his fellow dragons prefer gobbling meat! When his peaceful ways get him in big trouble, he’ll discover how just one person can make a big difference.

32 PAGES 8½ X 10¾ IN FRENCH PAPERBACK 9781782853268 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

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J’ai emmené la lune se promener

Written by Carolyn Curtis and illustrated by Alison Jay

AGES 3–7 | Overcoming a fear of the dark and discovering the world at night lives at the heart of this poetic tale. Includes notes about the moon and plants and animals that thrive in the wee hours.

32 PAGES 8½ X 10¾ IN FRENCH PAPERBACK 9781782853008 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

FOR BABIES & TODDLERS

Bilingual French Bear Books

AGES 2–6 | See page 40 to learn more about the Bear series! 24 PAGES 8⅝ X 9⅞ IN BILINGUAL FRENCH PAPERBACK

Bear About Town / Ours en ville

9781782853299 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

Bear in Sunshine / Ours en soleil

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Bear in a Square / Ours dans un carre

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Bear on a Bike / Ours à vélo

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LANGUAGE LEARNING

My Big Barefoot Book of French & English Words

Illustrated by Sophie Fatus

| Each modern scene teems with people, places and things, labeled in French & English for learning new words.

BILINGUAL FRENCH HARDCOVER usd / $24.99 cad

Also available in Spanish! Turn the page to find our full Spanish collection!
Browse our French collection. 45 Autumn / Winter 2023–2024 Collection FRENCH

¡Chones, por favor! / Undies, Please!

AGES 1–4 | See page 21 to learn more!

BILINGUAL SPANISH BOARD BOOK 9781646865178 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

¡Eso es mío! / That’s Mine!

AGES 1–4 | See page 21 to learn more!

BILINGUAL SPANISH BOARD BOOK 9781646865161 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad

FOR BABIES & TODDLERS

NEW! AUGUST 2023

¡Yo sola! / By Myself!

AGES 1–4 | See page 21 to learn more!

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NEW! AUGUST 2023 ¡Muy

verde! / Too

Green!

AGES 1–4 | See page 21 to learn more!

BILINGUAL SPANISH BOARD BOOK

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Baby’s First

Words / Mis primeras palabras

AGES 0–3 | See page 42 to learn more!

BILINGUAL SPANISH BOARD BOOK

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Baby’s Day Series

AGES 0–2 | See page 20 to learn more! BILINGUAL SPANISH BOARD BOOK

Baby Play / Jugando con bebé

$7.99 usd / $9.99 cad

Baby Talk / Hablando con bebé

$7.99 usd / $9.99 cad

Baby Dream / Soñando con bebé

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Baby Food / Comiendo con bebé

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9781782857389
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Bear on a Bike / Oso en bicicleta 9781782850793 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad Bear in a Square / Oso en un cuadrado 9781846863875 $8.99 usd / $10.99 cad
2–6 | See page 40 to learn more! BILINGUAL SPANISH PAPERBACK Me gusta la lluvia SPANISH HARDCOVER 9781646865192 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad Me gusta la nieve SPANISH HARDCOVER 9781646865222 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad Me gusta el viento SPANISH HARDCOVER 9781646865215 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad Me gusta el sol SPANISH HARDCOVER 9781646865208 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad I Like the Weather Series AGES 3–7 | See page 10 to learn more! STEM El cisne de chatarra La limpieza de un río AGES 3–7 | See page 12 to learn more! SPANISH PAPERBACK 9781646868773 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad El pan mascota Una historia de masa madre AGES 4–9 | See page 14 to learn more! SPANISH PAPERBACK 9781646868766 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad NEW! Browse our bilingual and monolingual Spanish titles! Barefoot en español New! New! Critically Acclaimed Bestseller! Award Winner 46 Barefoot Books
Bilingual Bear Books AGES

SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING

¡Corre, Pequeño Chaski!

Una aventura en el Camino Inka

AGES 3–7 | See page 5 to learn more!

SPANISH PAPERBACK 9781646862177

$9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

Un regalo para Amma Día de mercado en India

AGES 4–9 | See page 16 to learn more!

SPANISH PAPERBACK 9781646860630

$9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

La bendición de Zahra

Una historia de Ramadán

AGES 4–9 | See page 23 to learn more!

SPANISH PAPERBACK 9781646865185

$9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

La gata Jet (no es una gata)

AGES 3–7 | See page 5 to learn more!

SPANISH PAPERBACK 9781646868759

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MIND & BODY

Niños yoga

AGES 2–4 | See page 26 to learn more!

14 PAGES BILINGUAL SPANISH BOARD BOOK

Strong Puppy / Perrito fuerte

9781646868544 $7.99 usd / $9.99 cad

Calm Bunny / Conejito calmado

9781646868520 $7.99 usd / $9.99 cad

Brave Bear / Oso valiente

9781646868513 $7.99 usd / $9.99 cad

Happy Tiger / Tigre feliz

9781646868537 $7.99 usd / $9.99 cad

NEW! SEPTEMBER 2023 Los cientos de hiyabs de Hana

AGES 4–9 | See page 5 to learn more!

SPANISH PAPERBACK 9798888590423 $9.99 usd / $12.99 cad

NEW! SEPTEMBER 2023 Benita y las criaturas nocturnas

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SPANISH HARDCOVER 9798888590416

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NEW! SEPTEMBER 2023

Pase lo que pase mañana

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SPANISH PAPERBACK 9798888590430

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NEW! SEPTEMBER 2023

¡Alegría en el mundo! La Navidad en diferentes

AGES 4–10 | See page 29 to learn more!

SPANISH HARDCOVER 9798888590447

$17.99 usd / $22.99 cad

LANGUAGE LEARNING

My Big Barefoot Book of Spanish & English Words

AGES 2–6 | See page 42 to learn more!

48 PAGES 10 X 11¾ IN

BILINGUAL SPANISH HARDCOVER

9781782852865

$19.99 usd / $24.99 cad

Check out our Mindful Tots series online!

Pretzels de yoga

AGES 4+ | See page 25 to learn more!

SPANISH CARD DECK 9781646862771

$16.99 usd / $21.99 cad

Chicos mindful

AGES 4+ | See page 24 to learn more!

SPANISH CARD DECK 9781646860746

$16.99 usd / $21.99 cad

To see our full Spanish collection, visit our website!

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