By Dan Kainen, Text by Carol Kaufmann

If you liked Gallop! A Scanimation Book, you'll love the magical journey that is Safari. Readers, as if on safari, encounter 8 wild animals that come alive! Using an innovative lenticular-based technology, precision sliding lenses, and original four-color video imagery, each image is like a 3-D movie on the page, delivering a rich, fluid, immersive visual experience. The cheetah bounds. The gazelle leaps. The African elephant snaps its ears. The gorilla munches the leaves off a branch. Mesmerizing!

Accompanying the images is Safari, the guide: It begins with an evocative journal of a safari along the Mara River in Kenya and interweaves the history of safaris. Then for each animal there is a lively, informative essay and an at-a-glance list of important facts. It's the romance of being on safari - and the almost visceral thrill of seeing the animals in motion - in a book unlike any other.

Hardcover containing 16 pages.

By Mike Leonetti

Hockey Now! is the most comprehensive guide to the stars of today's fast-paced NHL. In its seventh edition, Hockey Now! continues to provide fast-pace, totally up-to-date and strikingly illustrated profiles of the best and brightest the NHL has to offer. Like previous editions, the seventh is jam-packed with 140 colorful action photos of star players in the heat of competition.

Softcover containing 176 pages.

By Herve Tullet

Press the colourful dots on the cover, follow the instructions on each page, and embark upon an imaginative journey with Press Here! Each surprising page of this unique picture book gives the reader fun directions, like press the dots, shake or tilt the book, and blow on the pages. Children and adults alike will be delighted as the dots appear to multiply, change direction, and grow in size!

Especially amazing because the colourful adventure occurs on the flat surface of the simple, printed page, this one-of-a-kind interactive book about the power of imagination is sure to become a read-aloud favourite!

Hardcover containing 56 pages.

"You can almost hear the skipping rope slapping the sidewalk,” wrote Margaret Laurence of Dennis Lee’s timeless poetry collection Alligator Pie. One of the first illustrated books published about Canadian children and featuring Canadian place names, Alligator Pie established Dennis Lee’s reputation as “Canada’s Father Goose” and has sold more than half a million copies since its publication in 1974.

This classic edition, featuring Frank Newfeld’s instantly recognizable original illustrations and book design, includes childhood favourites such as “Willoughby Wallaby Woo,” “Wiggle to the Laundromat” and “Skyscraper.”

Hardcover containing 64 pages.

By Marie-Louise Gay

Marie-Louise Gay published Stella, Star of the Sea more than 10 years ago. It was an immediate hit, and since then she has written and illustrated 4 more books featuring the engaging, red-headed heroine, Stella, and her little brother, Sam. With gentle humor, freshness, a sense of whimsy and exquisite watercolours, Marie-Louise Gay gives us stories about 2 young siblings discovering their world. Here at last are all 5 books bound into 1 delightful volume. The treasury contains new art for the cover and opening page as well as new decorative line art.

Includes:

• When Stella Was Very, Very Small
• Stella, Star of the Sea
• Stella, Queen of the Snow
• Stella, Fairy of the Forest
• Stella, Princess of the Sky

Hardcover containing 176 pages.

By Jon Klassen

A New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2011!

The bear's hat is gone, and he wants it back. Patiently and politely, he asks the animals he comes across, one by one, whether they have seen it. Each animal says no, some more elaborately than others. But just as the bear begins to despond, a deer comes by and asks a simple question that sparks the bear's memory and renews his search with a vengeance. Told completely in dialogue, this delicious take on the classic repetitive tale plays out in sly illustrations laced with visual humor— and winks at the reader with a wry irreverence that will have kids of all ages thrilled to be in on the joke.

Hardcover containing 40 pages.

By Jon Klassen

When a tiny fish shoots into view wearing a round blue topper (which happens to fit him perfectly), trouble could be following close behind. So it’s a good thing that enormous fish won’t wake up. And even if he does, it’s not like he’ll ever know what happened. . . . Visual humour swims to the fore as the best-selling Jon Klassen follows his breakout debut with another deadpan-funny tale.

Hardcover containing 40 pages.

By Judy Schachner

The #1 New York Times bestselling kitty boy goes to the circus! In his newest adventure, the irresistible Skippyjon Jones swings out of his closet and into the spectacular Cirque de Ole, where his pals, the Chimichango gang, perform feats of derring-do.

There are many acts to see, but only Skippito the Strong can perform the trickiest stunt of all. Judy Schachner's vivacious art and riotous text make for mucho read-aloud fun. Come one, come all - with Skippyjon Jones as the circus star, the Greatest Show on Earth just got even better!

Includes a CD of the author reading!

Hardcover contains 32 pages.

"Wilfred owned a moose. He hadn't always owned a moose. The moose came to him a while ago and he knew, just KNEW that it was meant to be his. He called it Marcel."

Most of the time Marcel is very obedient, abiding by Wilbur's book of extensive rules on how to be a good pet. But sometimes he doesn't quite seem to be listening, plus he has a tendency to wander off wherever he pleases when they go out walking. But Wilfred is still very proud to have a pet like Marcel.

Until one day, deep in the woods, someone else seems to recognise Marcel! Is Marcel really Wilfred's pet after all?

A lavishly-llustrated, thought-provoking story, which cleverly and light-heartedly examines the concept of ownership.

Hardcover containing 32 pages.

By Dr. Seuss

"Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!" Since 1959, 'Happy Birthday to You!'—Dr. Seuss’s joyous ode to individuality—has allowed readers to experience firsthand the thrill of celebrating a birthday as it is done in Katroo. Awakened by the Birthday Bird, you (the reader) are swept out of town on a Smorgasbord’s back to begin a day and night of feasting and feting in such Seussian splendor that it will take 20 days to sweep up the mess!

Hardcover containing 64 pages.

By Audrey Penn

School is starting in the forest, but Chester Raccoon does not want to go. To help ease Chester's fears, Mrs. Raccoon shares a family secret called The Kissing Hand to give him the reassurance of her love any time his world feels a little scary. Since its first publication in 1993, this heartwarming book has become a children's classic that touches the lives of millions of children and their parents, especially at times of separation, whether starting school, entering daycare, going to camp. It is widely used by kindergarten teachers on the first day of school. Stickers at the back will help children and their parents keep their Kissing Hand alive.

Hardcover containing 32 pages.

By Julia Donaldson, Illustrated by Axel Scheffler

Follow the mouse into the deep dark wood and discover what happens when the quick-thinking mouse comes face to face with an owl, a snake and a hungry Gruffalo...

Paperback containing 32 pages.

Lyrics by Leigh Harline, Illustrated by Eric Puybaret, Music by Ned Washington, Performed by Judy Collins

Making wishes and dreams come true: that's what this magical book and CD can do! Grammy award-winning singer Judy Collins and illustrator Eric Puybaret, who together created the New York Times best-selling version of Over the Rainbow, are collaborating once again to bring a classic song to life!

Written by Leigh Harline and Ned Washington in 1940, the Academy Award-winning When You Wish Upon a Star is loved the world over by listeners of all ages for its sweet hopefulness, poignant melody, and simple yet profound lyrics. No singer can capture the haunting beauty of this classic like Judy Collins, with her clear, pure, and emotionally resonant voice. Eric Puybaret's captivating art, with its graceful lines, stunning use of colour, and strong sense of fantasy, is the perfect complement to Collins' lovely interpretation.

Includes: Storybook and CD with 3 songs.

Hardcover containing 28 pages.

By Shel Silverstein

Every day the boy would come to the tree to eat her apples, swing from her branches, or slide down her trunk . . . and the tree was happy. But as the boy grew older he began to want more from the tree, and the tree gave and gave. This is a tender story, touched with sadness, aglow with consolation. Shel Silverstein has created a moving parable for readers of all ages that offers an affecting interpretation of the gift of giving and a serene acceptance of another’s capacity to love in return.

Hardcover, contains 64 pages.

By Victoria Kann

This box of totally collectible Pinkalicious treasures contains 3 softcover books: Pinkalicious and the Pink Drink, School Rules!, and Tickled Pink; a colour-it-yourself poster; dozens of stickers; and 3 double-sided crayons.

Measures approximately 9" wide x 10.25" high.

By Rosemary Wells

"Bedtime", says Grandma, but Max and Ruby beg for another story, and then one more and one more. And Grandma tells them their favourite stories, about the things they did back when they were younger bunnies. Readers, too will beg for just one more story from the incomparable Rosemary Wells.

Hardcover, containing 48 pages.

By Matthew Van Fleet

In Matthew Van Fleet's incredible new multiconcept book, over 100 creatures and plants from A to Z hilariously demonstrate action words, synonyms, opposites, and more. Young explorers are challenged to spot four plants or animals that begin with each letter of the alphabet. 23 textures plus foils, flaps, pull tabs, and even a scratch-and-sniff scent add to the interactive surprises on every page!

By R. Schuyler Hooke, Illustrated by Richard Courtney

A fun collection of more than 30 original poems featuring 35 different friends from the Island of Sodor. Travel all over the island, at all times of year in this wonderful first book of poems with the Thomas touch!

Board book containing 36 pages.

By Dr. Seuss

Poor Dick and Sally. It's cold and wet and they're stuck in the house with nothing to do...until a giant cat in a hat shows up, transforming the dull day into a madcap adventure and almost wrecking the place in the process! Written by Dr. Seuss in 1957 in response to concerns about growing illiteracy among children, The Cat in the Hat (the first Random House Beginner Book) changed the way our children learn how to read!

In 1957, Seuss's The Cat in the Hat became the prototype for the best-selling series, Beginner Books. This popular series combined engaging stories with outrageous illustrations and playful sounds to teach basic reading skills. Brilliant, playful, and always respectful of children, Dr. Seuss has charmed his way into the consciousness of 4 generations of youngsters and parents. Help your kids learn to read the Dr. Seuss way!

Winner of the 1957 Association for Childhood Education International Books for Children Bibliography Award, and the 1957 Horn Book Children's Classics Award.

By Dr. Seuss

Seuss' familiar pajama-clad hero is up to life's challenges, and his odyssey is captured vividly in busy 2-page spreads evoking both the good times (grinning purple elephants, floating golden castles) and the bad (deep blue wells of confusion). Seuss' message is simple but never sappy: life may be a "Great Balancing Act", but through it all "There's fun to be done". This book is the perfect send-off for children of all ages starting out in the maze of life, be they nursery school grads or medical school achievers!

Hardcover containing 56 pages.

Winner of the 2005 Mom's Choice Standard Award.