Mike Wohnoutka – illustratör

Johnny Appleseed was an important historical figure, well known for planting apple orchards across the new frontier. But he was also a master storyteller! In his own folksy voice, Johnny Appleseed tells his story to a couple of entranced children in this fictionalized Step 2 title. Readers learn how he started planting apple trees—and about some of the myths and true stories of his life.From the Trade Paperback edition.

What can your dad do? Can he climb the highest mountain? Or swim to the bottom of the sea? In this heartwarming story about how dads are strong, brave, and all-around great, dads can do anything. Includes a sheet of fun stickers!From the Trade Paperback edition.

Vincent Shadow isn't particularly good at sports - he doesn't have a lot of friends and he is constantly being picked on by his classmates at Central Middle School. But it is Vincent's unusually creative mastermind that truly separates him from other kids his age. With his top-secret attic lab full of tried and tested (and often failed) toy prototypes - from Liquid Superballs to Bullz-I Basketballs and Sonic Snorkelz - and an off-limits sketchbook packed with all of his creative ideas, the toy invention possibilities are endless...So, when a chance encounter with an eccentric toy inventor offers him the opportunity to go from unknown weird kid to toy inventor extraordinaire, Vincent realises that playtime is over: it's time to get serious about toys.

Whenever Ava can''t sleep, she counts sheep. But Ava takes so long to fall asleep, it''s the sheep that are growing tired-until finally, they quit! When the sheep promise to find a replacement that Ava can count on, chaos ensues as chickens, cows, pigs, hippos, and more try their hand at jumping over Ava''s fence. Finding the perfectly peaceful replacement for sheep might not be so easy after all.With irresistibly adorable art, this delightful take on a familiar sleep tactic is sure to become a bedtime favorite.

Whenever Ava can''t sleep, she counts sheep. But Ava takes so long to fall asleep, it''s the sheep that are growing tired-until finally, they quit! When the sheep promise to find a replacement that Ava can count on, chaos ensues as chickens, cows, pigs, hippos, and more try their hand at jumping over Ava''s fence. Finding the perfectly peaceful replacement for sheep might not be so easy after all.With irresistibly adorable art, this delightful take on a familiar sleep tactic is sure to become a bedtime favorite.

This utterly clever and fun story is the perfect read aloud!When Cow gets her hooves on the farmer''s car, she takes it for a wild ride through the country. Moooo! But a bump in the road brings this joy ride to a troublesome end. Moo-moo. . . . Has Cow learned her lesson about living life in the fast lane? Moo?The Geisel Award winning creators tell a complete story with just one word--MOO--in this imaginative story that will have readers laughing one moment and on the edge of their seats the next, as it captures the highs and lows of a mischievous cow''s very exciting day.

This utterly clever and fun story is the perfect read aloud!When Cow gets her hooves on the farmer''s car, she takes it for a wild ride through the country. Moooo! But a bump in the road brings this joy ride to a troublesome end. Moo-moo. . . . Has Cow learned her lesson about living life in the fast lane? Moo?The Geisel Award winning creators tell a complete story with just one word--MOO--in this imaginative story that will have readers laughing one moment and on the edge of their seats the next, as it captures the highs and lows of a mischievous cow''s very exciting day.

Bubba Brayna’s legendary latkes lure an unexpected visitor into her home in this playful Hanukkah tale from a master storyteller. Bubba Brayna makes the best latkes in the village, and on the first night of Hanukkah, the scent of her cooking wakes a hungry, adorable bear from his hibernation.  He lumbers into town to investigate, and Bubba Brayna—who does not see or hear very well—mistakes him for her rabbi. She welcomes the bear inside to play the dreidel game, light the menorah, and enjoy a scrumptious meal. However, after her well-fed guest leaves, there's a knock at the door—it's the rabbi, and all of Brayna's other friends, arriving for dinner.  But there are no latkes left—and together, they finally figure out who really ate them. Lively illustrations by Mike Wohnoutka, portraying the sprightly Bubba Brayna and her very hungry guest, accompany this instant family favorite, a humorous reworking of Eric A. Kimmel’s earlier classic tale, The Chanukkah Guest. A traditional recipe for latkes is included in the back matter, along with interesting, digestible facts about the history and traditions of Hanukkah. A 2013 National Jewish Book Award Winner, this book is perfect for a holiday story time with children— either in the classroom or at home, as an introduction for young readers to the traditions and customs of Hanukkah, and as a classic to return to year after year.

There are ears to nuzzle.Towel to snuggle.Jammies to slip in.Chair to sit in.This sweet rhyming picture book flows smoothly through the motions of a bedtime routine, starting with an energetic bath and then moving on to choosing jammies, reading a book, cuddling with a favourite toy, and snuggling with loved ones before gently falling asleep. It’s a soothing prelude to bedtime that celebrates the special bond between parent and child. Perfect for fans of Goodnight, Moon and Close Your Eyes.

From two Theodor Seuss Geisel Award–winning creators comes a funny and handy guide that explains just how (and how not!) to say “I’m sorry.”Wouldn’t the world be a better place if everyone knew how to apologise? Luckily, this humorous guidebook is full of practical tips about when, why, and how to say you’re sorry. From a porcupine who accidentally popped his friend’s balloon to a snail who was running so fast he stepped on a sloth’s toes, hilarious examples and sweet illustrations abound. For both listeners who are just learning and older readers who need a refresher, this book will come as a welcome reminder that even though apologising can be hard, it doesn’t have to be complicated.

In a hilarious interactive picture book, the Geisel Award–winning creators of See the Cat challenge kids to answer every question with “NO” – even when their brain keeps insisting “YES.”“Brilliantly witty. Take kids on a vicarious adventure of sneaky questions designed to trip up and amuse listeners in equal measure. A clever, hilarious picture book!” Booklist Starred Review“A laugh-out-loud marvel of excess and pacing. . . . There’s no penalty for rereading this hilarious, irresistible book.” Kirkus ReviewsCan you beat Mr Fox at his Game of No? The rules are simple: every time he asks a question, you must respond with “NO.” If you accidentally say “YES,” then it’s back to the beginning of the book for you, where you must start all over again. Are you ready? (Oops!) Do you live on planet Earth? Are you stronger than a baby? What does Y-E-S spell? (Argh!) Kids will giggle uncontrollably as they gamely aim to avoid Mr Fox’s clever traps – but just ask them if they’d like to read this book again, and they won’t be able to resist: “YES!”Have you read this one?How to Apologise

Could the third time be the charm? Bear is determined to break his string of showtime disasters in this comedy of perseverance from the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award–winning illustrator of See the Cat: Three Stories About a Dog.Bear’s track record when it comes to putting on a show hasn’t been exactly stellar. His puppet show was a flop (anyone could get tangled in those strings, right?). His baking show had some, er, unexpected developments. But Bear is confident that his magic show will be a success! Can Bear ace the tricks on his program for his eager friend Fox and pull a rabbit out of a hat, guess a card, and . . . well, there’s always the disappearing act! With a funny narrative told in bold visual jokes and simple language, this latest act from the award-winning Mike Wohnoutka will have newly confident readers lining up for an encore.

“El verdadero deleite de este libro para principiantes es ver cómo un auténtico perro se defiende diciendo la verdad.” —Publishers Weekly (reseña estelar)“The real joy of this stand-out beginning reader comes from watching a genuine underdog speak his truth.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)Mira a Max. Max no es un gato—Max es un perro. Pero muy a su pesar, el libro sigue indicando a los lectores que deben “mirar a la gata.” ¿Cómo puede Max hacerle entender al libro que él es un PERRO? En este trio de historias por David LaRochelle para lectores principiantes, el autor nos presenta al inquieto Max, quien le deja saber al libro, mediante un diálogo irresistible y contundente, que no le gusta el texto para nada. El ilustrador Mike Wohnoutka refleja con simpáticos dibujos las reacciones del cachorro ante el narrador y el elenco de personajes chiflados que alteran las expectativas de Max—y las de los lectores— a medida que todo se desenvuelve y culmina en una conclusión muy satisfactoria. ¡Hurra, Max, hurra!See Max. Max is not a cat—Max is a dog. But much to Max’s dismay, the book keeps instructing readers to “see the cat.” How can Max get through to the book that he is a DOG? In a trio of stories for beginning readers, author David LaRochelle introduces the excitable Max, who lets the book know in irresistibly emphatic dialogue that the text is not to his liking. Illustrator Mike Wohnoutka hilariously depicts the pup’s reactions to the narrator and to the wacky cast of characters who upend Max’s—and readers’—expectations as the three stories build to an immensely satisfying conclusion. Hooray, Max, hooray!

Max es un perro, pero... ¿por qué el libro no para de pedir que te fijes en el gato? ¿Qué puede hacer para que el libro se entere de que es un perro?Ganador del premio Theodor Seuss Geisel para primeros lectores.Mira a Max. Max no es un gato, es un perro. Pero, para su desesperación, ¡el libro no para de decir que nos fijemos en el gato! A lo largo de estos tres cuentos, Max y el libro tendrán ideas muy distintas sobre la historia que quieren contar. Afortunadamente, encontrarán la forma de ponerse de acuerdo... y de divertir a sus pequeños lectores.

El perro no ha podido salir en su propio libro, pero el gato está más que dispuesto a sustituirlo.Tres divertidas historias para pequeños lectores.Cuando al fin le toca al perro ser el protagonista, se pone enfermo. No pasa nada, ¡el gato está listo para sustituirlo! Pero no le gusta lo que le pide el libro: que cave un hoyo, recoja un palo y cuide a una oveja. ¡Qué libro tan mandón! El gato hará sus tareas de una forma nada perruna... y muy divertida para sus pequeños lectores.

A funny and handy guide that explains just how (and how not!) to say “I’m sorry.”Wouldn’t the world be a better place if everyone knew how to apologize? Luckily, this humorous guidebook is full of practical tips about when, why, and how to say you’re sorry. From a porcupine who accidentally popped his friend’s balloon to a snail who was running so fast he stepped on a sloth’s toes, hilarious examples and sweet illustrations abound. For both listeners who are just learning and older readers who need a refresher, this book will come as a welcome reminder that even though apologizing can be hard, it doesn’t have to be complicated.