Kimberlee Gard – författare

There's a new family in town: the Punctuations! When Exclamation Point, Question Mark, Period, and Comma join the letters at school, they form words like Wow! and Why? and Yes. But Comma isn't sure where he belongs. He just seems to get in the way. Is he really important?Kids, parents, and teachers will enjoy this latest installment in the Language Is Fun series. With colorful illustration and clever wordplay, The Day Punctuation Came to Town is a wonderful introduction to punctuation and the important role it plays in language.

Little e is sure he could be a hero—he even has the cape to prove it! But at school, he is so quiet, he just doesn’t stand out. That is, until one day when Little e doesn’t show up to class. The other letters don’t even notice he’s gone at first, but when c, a, and k try to form a word for dessert, they realize that no matter what they do, they can’t make it work. The whole class is in an uproar! Without their silent friend, what are they going to do? Will Little e finally get his chance to come to the rescue?With adorable illustrations, helpful examples, and a cute classroom setting, The Mighty Silent e teaches spelling and vowel sounds in a new, exciting way that is sure to engage and successfully teach even the most stubborn reader. And its message about how every child's identity and diversity is valued through the clever story will encourage children to celebrate their unique contribution.

A cold wind blows, and snow starts to fall,Mouse hides in a den that’s cozy and small.Snuggling into a wee-sized heap,ONE begins snoring and drifts off to sleep.Count to ten with these cuddly forest creatures as they settle down and hibernate for the winter. Friends of all sizes, from bear to mouse, snuggle together in one furry heap to endure the snowy season. With adorable illustrations and rhyming verse, Snoozapalooza will warm even the deepest chill.They doze and they dream, tucked out of sight,A snoozapalooza all day and all night.

2025 AUGUST CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL HOT OFF THE PRESS PICKIt all started when Bulldog found a mysterious piece of paper. “It must be a treasure map. And it must lead to gold!”With Dragonfly by his side, the hunt begins—but the real treasure isn’t what they expect. As they explore, they uncover the magic of compound nouns: mailbox, backpack, jellyfish, and more!The Compound Noun Treasure Hunt is a delightful romp through language, filled with clever wordplay, adorable characters, and a surprise ending that will leave readers giggling. This newest addition to the Language Is Fun! series helps children understand how compound words work while celebrating curiosity, teamwork, and discovery. Perfect for classrooms, libraries, and bedtime reading, it’s a must-have for young word explorers.In the Language Is Fun! Series, Fun Characters Teach How to Use Punctuation in Words and Sentences:The Little i Who Lost His DotThe Day Punctuation Came to TownThe Mighty Silent e!Red Rover, Red Rover, Send a Vowel Over: A Picture Book about Vowel Sounds

The playground is buzzing with consonants—but something’s missing.When the vowels hesitate to join the fun, the consonants quickly discover they can’t form words without them! With a little encouragement from the versatile letter y, the vowels step in and bring language to life.Red Rover, Red Rover, Send a Vowel Over is a joyful celebration of teamwork, inclusion, and the essential role vowels play in communication. With whimsical illustrations and clever wordplay, this book helps young readers understand vowel sounds and word formation while building confidence and curiosity. A perfect companion to The Mighty Silent e! and The Day Punctuation Came to Town, this story is ideal for classrooms, libraries, and bedtime reading.In the Language Is Fun! Series, Fun Characters Teach How to Use Punctuation in Words and Sentences:The Little i Who Lost His DotThe Day Punctuation Came to TownThe Mighty Silent e!The Compound Noun Treasure Hunt: A Picture Book about Compound Words