Tom Lichtenheld

This ode to unconditional love is a new picture book adventure for New York Times bestselling BFFs Stick and Stone, in which Stick searches for his family tree and discovers the importance of found family and forever friends.

Stick has always wanted to find his family tree. It's probably big and beautiful! Is it an oak? A maple? What other sticks might he meet?

Stone is happy to accompany his friend on the journey to find the tree he comes from--until it gets dark, and a bit scary in the forest . . .

With bright, engaging illustrations from bestselling creator Tom Lichtenheld, Beth Ferry's story explores the importance of learning about our roots, as well as the ability of friends and found family to help us grow strong in heart and mind. Sweet and silly, this story celebrates the love between friends and shows us that families come in all sizes and shapes--even sticks, stones, and pinecones.

Don't miss Stick and Stone's picture book adventures:

Stick and StoneStick and Stone: Best Friends Forever!

Plus don't miss the young graphic novels:

Stick and Stone Explore and MoreStick and Stone on the Go

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Publisher Annotation: Stick has always wanted to find his family tree. It?s probably big and beautiful! Is it an oak? A maple? What other sticks might he meet? Stone is happy to accompany his friend on the journey to find the tree he comes from?until it gets dark, and a bit scary in the forest . . .

Mackerel-breath and soot-spewer compete. (Ages 3 to 6)

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Shark VS. Train! WHO WILL WIN?! If you think Superman vs. Batman would be an exciting matchup, wait until you see Shark vs. Train. In this hilarious and wacky picture book, Shark and Train egg each other on for one competition after another, including burping, bowling, Ping Pong, piano playing, pie eating, and many more! Who do YOU think will win, Shark or Train? [star] "This is a genius concept." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review [star] "Lichtenheld's snarling shark and grimacing train are definitely ready for a fight, and his scenarios gleefully play up the absurdity. The combatants' expressions are priceless when they lose. A glum train in smoky dejection, or a bewildered, crestfallen shark? It's hard to choose; both are winners." -- Kirkus, starred review

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A shark and a train compete in a series of contests on a seesaw, in hot air balloons, bowling, shooting baskets, playing hide-and-seek, and more.

All of your favorite trucks are back on the construction site, and this time they are facing their biggest job yet! Down in the dirt, the crew realizes that this massive project is too much for them to handle alone. To get the work done, they are going to need the help of some mighty new construction friends. Together, the bulldozers, excavators, and cement mixers must focus on team-building and friendship to make a giant task seem small. Working side by side, there is absolutely nothing this powerful crew cannot do! With playful rhymes and exciting action, this story shows you how amazing things happen when everyone pitches in. Get ready for a mighty good time as you watch these tough trucks roll, lift, and build their way to success before settling down for a well-earned rest.

Jump in Meet Exclamation Mark! This little punctuation mark used to just stand tall and straight, feeling a lot like a plain old period. Day after day, it tried to fit in, but no matter what, it just felt... different. Why it pulls you in Have you ever felt like you didn't quite belong? Exclamation Mark knows just how that feels! Everyone else seemed to know exactly what they were meant to do, but Exclamation Mark just couldn't figure out its own special purpose. This heartwarming story is all about discovering what makes you unique. What happens next Join Exclamation Mark on a journey of self-discovery where it learns to embrace its true self. You'll cheer as it finds its voice and realizes that being different isn't just okay, it's wonderful! Get ready for a loud, joyful surprise that will make you want to shout, "YES!

Look closely at the creature on the page. Is it a bird with a long beak, or is it a furry animal with tall ears? Two unseen characters simply cannot agree on what they are looking at, leading to a hilarious debate over a classic optical illusion. As you turn the pages, you will find yourself eager to pick a side in this clever and snappy argument. It all depends entirely on how you choose to look at the picture in front of you. This funny and interactive story provides a wonderful lesson in understanding differing points of view. You will discover that sometimes there is no single right answer, and it is perfectly fine to let go of an argument while having a good laugh.

Some books are about a single wish, and some are about three. But this exuberant and inspirational book is filled with endless good wishes just for you! Inside these pages, you will find a beautiful collection of hopes and dreams. There are wishes for curiosity and wonder, for friendship and strength, and for laughter and peace. Whether you are celebrating a joyous milestone, looking for words of encouragement, or simply observing the wonder of everyday moments, this sweet and uplifting story is perfect for wishers of every age. With simple text and charming pictures, it captures a bounty of small daily moments that remind us of all the good things life has to offer. It is a wonderful way to share positivity and love with the special kids in your life!

Down in the big construction site, the tough, hard-working trucks have been busy all day long. But as the sun finally begins to set, it is time for the heavy lifting to stop. One by one, the crane truck, the cement mixer, the dump truck, the bulldozer, and the excavator finish their final tasks. They stretch their tired steel arms, turn off their powerful engines, and make their way to their resting places. Even the strongest machines need to get a good night's sleep so they can be ready for another day of rough and tough building. With soothing rhymes and gentle illustrations, this beloved bedtime story is the perfect way to wind down. Say goodnight to your favorite trucks and drift off to sleep with dreams of big machines and exciting construction adventures.

Chugga-chugga, choo-choo! The magical dream train is pulling into the station, and it is time to get everything loaded before bedtime. One by one, a crew of busy animal workers fills the train cars with the most wonderful things you can imagine. Polar bears pack the refrigerated car with sweet ice cream, elephants use their trunks to fill the tanker cars with bright paints, and bouncy kangaroos stuff the hopper car with colorful balls. Even the tortoises are helping out by stocking the auto rack with speedy race cars! As the train gets ready to depart into the starry night, sweet and silly dreams are absolutely guaranteed. With rhythmic, soothing words and beautiful illustrations, this enchanting story is the perfect way to drift off to sleep. Climb aboard and let your imagination ride the rails!

Get ready to bend your brain and play with language in a completely new way. What happens when you mash a regular word together with a number? You create a brilliant and hilarious new puzzle to solve on every page. You will find sentences filled with hidden clues where numbers take the place of sounds. It might seem tricky at first glance, but the detailed pictures will help you decipher the secret code and read the message out loud. This unique reading adventure challenges you to look at letters and digits differently. It is an incredibly clever and interactive game that will have you giggling as you instantly figure out each wonderful wordplay.