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A Dragon on the Doorstep - Paperback w/CD *CLEARANCE - FINAL SALE*
$10.00 $14.00
What would you do if you found a dragon on your doorstep? Or a crocodile in your closet? In this playful hide-and-seek book that gently introduces children to the animals that often scare them, best-selling Barefoot author and artist team Stella Blackstone and Debbie Harter have created another humorous and highly entertaining story that kids w...

A Gift for Amma: Market Day in India
$11.00
In this #OwnVoices book inspired by the author’s hometown of Chennai, India, a girl explores the vibrant rainbow of delights in a southern Indian street market as she searches for a gift for her amma (mother). Educational endnotes explain all the items on sale and introduce readers to markets around the world. 32 page paperback written by Meera...

A Place to Stay: A Shelter Story - paperback
$12.00
LEARN ABOUT HOMELESSNESS Young readers see a shelter through a child's eyes, showing them what shelters look like, what kinds of services they offer, and what it might be like to stay at one. By deepening their grasp of the impact of homelessness, the story builds empathy and a vocabulary for children to express their thoughts on feelings on th...

African Tales: A Barefoot Collection
$24.00
Get swept away by 8 traditional tales from 8 different African nations retold by master storyteller Gcina Mhlophe, a well-known South African activist, actor, poet, playwright and director. Mhlophe provides a fascinating, fact-filled introduction to each story about the country it comes from to boost young readers' reading comprehension, ...

Barefoot Books Water: A Deep Dive of Discovery
$25.00
Immerse yourself in fascinating facts about water! 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 i...
Bear About Town

Bear About Town
$12.00
Bear about Town Walk down to town with Bear and discover all the different businesses and settings. The rhyming text teaches days of the week, and is complemented by a full-spread map of the town at the end. Ages 2 to 6 years Written By: Stella Blackstone Illustrated By: Debbie Harter

Bear in a Square / Ours dans un carré - Bilingual French and English
$12.00
Spot moons, hearts, stars and more! In this French / English bilingual edition of Bear in a Square, you'll discover lots of different shapes with Bear and count them as you go. Rhyme, repetition and counting establish this book of shapes, and a two-page spread recapping the shapes and colors reinforces the educational building blocks. ...

Bear's Busy Family (Paperback)
$12.00
Meet Bears family and learn about all of their busy activities. Smell, touch, taste, sight and sound are all familiarized in this simple, appealing text, which features a full-spread family tree at the end. Debbie Harters colourful illustrations bring Bears world to life. Ages 2 to 6 years

Bear's School Day (Paperback)
$12.00
With Bear as your teacher, join in and follow the fun of the school day. There is singing, sticking and storytime, and even a map to help you find your way around. AGES 2-6 24 pages Gentle rhymes and well-chosen activities introduces reader to the preschool/school day.
Cloud Chaser (Hardcover) *CLEARANCE - FINAL SALE*

Cloud Chaser (Hardcover) *CLEARANCE - FINAL SALE*
$17.00 $24.00
Dreamy Emery loves doodling wild inventions . . . but when a new friend moves in next door with piles of tools and ideas, can they build a real flying machine together? This charming celebration of intergenerational friendship, creativity and the thrill of scientific discovery will delight young inventors and STEM educators...
Dance Like a Leaf

Dance Like a Leaf
$11.00
As her grandmother’s health declines, a young girl begins to lovingly take the lead in their cozy shared autumn traditions. Poetic prose paired with evocative illustrations by Mexican illustrator Claudia Navarro make for a beautiful celebration of life and a gentle introduction to the death of a loved one. 32 page paperback written by AJ Irving...

Dr. Potts, My Pets Have Spots!
$14.00
The Betts family pets have got the spots! But when the vet's advice only turns the critters' spots to stripes, what will the Betts crew do next? As kids giggle and guess their way through this riotously funny picture book's repeated refrains, they'll practice recognizing patterns, build literacy skills and see the value of perseverance. Use...
Emily's Tiger - Paperback

Emily's Tiger - Paperback
$12.00
Whenever Emily doesn’t get her way, she growls and roars like a tiger. She roars when her mother tries to cut her hair, she roars when she doesn’t get picked to be the assistant to the clown at a birthday party… what are her mom and dad going to do with their tiger-daughter? Then Grandma comes to stay — and she knows a thing or two abou...

Fiesta Femenina: Celebrating Women of Mexican Folklore
$22.00
Eight Mexican folk heroines come to vibrant life in this fascinating anthology illustrated by Pura Belpré Award-winning artist, educator and activist Maya Gonzalez. Drawing on centuries of Mexican traditions, Fiesta Feminina celebrates brave young girls, clever mythological characters and ambitious historic women leaders. With an illustrato...
Finn At Clee Point *CLEARANCE - FINAL SALE*

Finn At Clee Point *CLEARANCE - FINAL SALE*
$8.00 $18.00
Finn lives in a small fishing village and loves his simple, rough-and-tumble life: listening to the gulls, savouring the salty smells of the market. But when he befriends the Finer family, the bonds of friendship and familial loyalty are tested. He must teach the town a lesson of his own. Written by Richard KnightIllustrated by Giovanni Manna Pa...

Florian le dragon vegetarien - French
$12.00
French language version of Barefoot Books Herb the Vegetarian Dragon Meet Florian, a dragon who knows how to stay true to his values even in the stickiest of situations. When he is captured by the castles knights in armor, vegetarian Herb is faced with a difficult decision: will he eat meat in order to save his own life? 32 PAGES Age...
Fun and Games: Everyday Play

Fun and Games: Everyday Play
$10.00
Follow a diverse group of children as they enjoy their favorite games! Readers can delight in familiar play like hide-and-seek to more unusual activities like tangrams, all while learning about the importance of taking turns and participating. Includes educational endnotes about the cultural origins of the featured games and toys. 24 page paperb...
Grandpa's Garden

Grandpa's Garden
$12.00
This beautifully told story from Barefoot Books follows Billy from early spring to late summer as he helps his grandpa on his vegetable patch. They dig the hard ground, sow rows of seeds, and keep them watered and safe from slugs. When harvest time arrives they can pick all the vegetables and fruit they have grown. Children will be drawn in by ...
Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes (CD and online access link included) *CLEARANCE - FINAL SALE*

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes (CD and online access link included) *CLEARANCE - FINAL SALE*
$10.00 $14.00
Develop healthy habits for growing bodies and minds with a fresh twist on a classic movement singalong. Follow a family through a day from home to school in their diverse community as they engage in healthy habits from good hygiene to reading. Includes educational endnotes about each health topic as well as audio and animation. 32 page paperbac...
Here and There

Here and There
$12.00
Can you hear the music all around you? During the early stages of his parents’ separation, young Ivan realizes that he can hear birds singing both here at his mom’s house and there at his dad’s house — and takes his first step toward finding the freedom and joy to sing along. This touching tale of personal growth offers an important reminder fo...

Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush - Paperback with CD *CLEARANCE - FINAL SALE*
$14.00 $18.00
Find out how four children from Mali, Europe, India and China go through their morning routines. The catchy text encourages creative movement and imagination, while teaching about different ways of life. Enhanced CD edition includes an animated video and audio singalong sung by Fred Penner. Ages 3 to 7 years 24 PAGES Illustrated By: ...

Home for a Penguin, Home for a Whale
$12.00
Explore the ocean homes of 23 marine animals in this narrative nonfiction picture book from Barefoot Books. With a sea snail hidden on each page and refreshing, richly painted illustrations, Home for a Penguin, Home for a Whale will delight both preschoolers and emerging readers alike! Written by Brenda Williams and illustrated by Annalisa Begh...

Home for a Tiger, Home for a Bear
$14.00
Every animal has a place it can rest, play and thrive -- including you! With this fun rhyming introduction to zoology from Barefoot Books, you'll: - Peek inside the homes of 22 different animals and explore 10 animal habitats- Pore over cheerful watercolour and ink illustrations- Spot the spider hidden on each page!- Dive into 8 pages...

Indian Tales: A Barefoot Collection
$22.00
Discover India's incredible diversity with these 8 folktales, each from a different Indian state! Learn more about each state's history, geography and culture with the notes that introduce each story. The tales include: - The Drummer Boy (Gujarat)- Bopuluchi (Punjab)- Princess Mala and the Tree Spirit (Nagaland)- Damayanti and Nala (Uttar P...