Jake Parker

Little Bot has been left behind in a world he does not understand. Then Sparrow finds him. Together, they explore the forest, notice the seasons, and discover the small joys of being with a true friend. Sparrow shows Little Bot how to look closely, wonder, and feel at home in a place that once seemed strange. But when the weather begins to change, Sparrow must fly south, and Little Bot has to face a new kind of bravery. Gentle, tender, and beautifully illustrated, Little Bot and Sparrow is a warm picture book about friendship, change, and learning that someone can stay important to you even when they cannot stay right beside you.

A girl with long, wild hair has one very firm rule: no brushing. At first, skipping the brush seems like no big deal. Then one tiny mouse moves into a tangle. Soon more mice arrive, and her hair becomes a busy little mouse home, with tunnels, rooms, and plenty of squeaky surprises. This playful picture book turns an everyday routine into a silly, over-the-top adventure. Readers who understand the struggle of combs, knots, and morning routines will laugh at just how far one messy problem can grow. With a funny premise and lively illustrations, The Girl Who Wouldn't Brush Her Hair is a cheerful story about taking care of yourself before a small problem turns into a very crowded one.

The hardworking hero of the Mighty Mountain Road Crew is back, and he has just one big birthday wish. While the other trucks are busy with their daily jobs, the little snowplow is waiting for his favorite season. He absolutely loves plowing snow, but this year, winter has arrived without a single frosty flake falling from the sky. As the weeks tick by and his birthday gets closer, the plucky little truck starts to worry. He looks up at the clouds every day, hoping to see a sign of a coming storm. Will his special day come and go without the chance to do what he does best? Join your favorite little plow on a heartwarming journey about patience, hoping for the best, and the wonderful magic of the very first snowfall. It is the perfect story to share while you wait for your own winter adventures.

Meet Awesome Man. He can shoot positronic rays out of his eyeballs, fly as straight as an arrow, and even hug a giant mutant Jell-O without getting sticky. No villain is too big or too slimy for this caped crusader to handle. Whether he is facing off against the Flaming Eyeball or the dastardly Professor Von Evil, Awesome Man always saves the day with style. But being a world-class superhero is exhausting work. Even the strongest heroes need to recharge their positronic batteries and find a place to feel safe. Behind the mask and the cape, Awesome Man has a top-secret identity that he keeps hidden from the world. Can you look closely at the clues and guess who he really is when he is not out fighting crime? This high-energy story celebrates the power of imagination and the little hero inside everyone. It is a playful look at how even the most awesome people need a little bit of love and a place to call home at the end of a busy day.

Santa’s sleigh is in serious trouble, and Christmas is coming fast. Luckily, the elves are ready to build. Soon the workshop is buzzing with wild ideas: sleighs inspired by big rigs, motorcycles, zeppelins, and more. Told with bouncy rhymes and packed with vehicle-filled silliness, The 12 Sleighs of Christmas turns a holiday problem into a merry design challenge. Each new invention is bigger, stranger, and more imaginative than the last, making this a lively read-aloud for kids who love machines, Christmas, and clever details in the pictures. This festive picture book blends holiday cheer with playful engineering fun as Santa gets ready to choose the coolest sleigh for his big ride.

On the Mighty Mountain Road Crew, trucks usually come in one size: absolutely gigantic. When the little snowplow joins the team, the big roaring trucks seriously doubt he can handle the heavy winter storms. But this small truck has a huge heart and plenty of determination. To prove he is ready for the toughest jobs, he starts a serious training routine. He pushes heavy gravel, pulls massive concrete blocks, and practices his plow lifts every single day. He knows that being small does not mean you cannot do big things. When a massive blizzard finally hits the mountain, the entire crew is put to the ultimate test. Get ready to cheer for the underdog in this inspiring story about working hard, believing in yourself, and saving the day when no one else can.