Celeste Cortright – författare

Follow a diverse group of children as they enjoy their favourite 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 end matter about the cultural origins of the featured games and toys.

Set to the familiar tune of “The More We Get Together,” this new addition to Barefoot Books’ bestselling singalong collection features a diverse group of children who work together to make their urban neighborhood cleaner, friendlier, and safer for everyone. Sing along as the community bicycles and recycles together, volunteers at an assisted living home, participates in a letter-writing campaign and finally gathers around a potluck meal. End matter includes an age-appropriate introduction to recycling, activism, community gardens, teamwork and more, as well as actionable ways for children to get involved in their own neighborhoods. A QR code on the book provides access to video animation and audio.

Come along on a lively, lyrical exploration of the world's most beloved sports. Rhyming text and energetic artwork featuring a diverse group of children introduce the basics of eight sports popular around the world: baseball, track, football/soccer, gymnastics, hockey, karate, basketball, and swimming. Includes educational endnotes and art by celebrated illustrator Christiane Engel, whose previous Barefoot credits include Baby's First Words, Dump Truck Disco, Knick Knack Paddy Whack, and Build-a-Story Cards: Space Quest.

Can you guess the fantastical creature of the sky?From dragons to fairies, learn about the fantastical, mythical creatures that fly in the sky. This interactive board book features mystical riddles about each creature, and as readers guess and turn the page… tiered layers cleverly slide to reveal answers! Part of the Slide-and-See Fantastical Creatures seriesInteractive format keeps kids engaged while learningIncludes fact-packed endnotes about each of the creatures featured in the book

Can you guess the fantastical creature of the sea?From mermaids to krakens, learn about the fantastical, mythical creatures that live beneath the waves. This interactive board book features mystical riddles about each creature, and as readers guess and turn the page… tiered layers cleverly slide to reveal answers! Part of the Slide-and-See Fantastical Creatures seriesInteractive format keeps kids engaged while learningIncludes fact-packed endnotes about each of the creatures featured in the book

★ “This book is the complete package – wonderful story, important message, diversity, vivid illustrations, a musical CD, and tips for making the world a better place for everyone. What is not to like about that!?” – Youth Services Book Review, starred reviewSet to the beloved tune of “The More We Get Together,” this upbeat singalong celebrates kids coming together to build a better world –– right in their own neighborhood! Join a diverse group of children as they ride bikes, plant gardens, recycle, volunteer, write letters, and finally, share a joyful potluck meal. With catchy lyrics, vibrant illustrations, and a powerful message of community and activism, this inspiring addition to Barefoot Books’ bestselling singalong collection shows how small hands can make a big impact. Includes fun facts and simple ways kids can get involved in caring for their communities!Bilingual Spanish editionEncourages healthy, community-building habits through music and movementEndnotes introduce recycling, activism, community gardens, teamwork and more

Can you guess the fantastical creature of the earth?From unicorns to yetis, learn about the fantastical, mythical creatures that walk the earth. This interactive board book features mystical riddles about each creature, and as readers guess and turn the page… tiered layers cleverly slide to reveal answers! Part of the Slide-and-See Fantastical Creatures seriesInteractive format keeps kids engaged while learningIncludes fact-packed endnotes about each of the creatures featured in the book