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Early Childhood Education (EARL)

This guide is intended for students in the Early Childhood Education program. It will help you locate children's picture books in the Library collection, and conduct research using our online databases.

Picture Books about Cats and/or Dogs

Bad Dog, Marley!

Author: John Grogan; Richard Cowdrey (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem
"Marley, a rambunctious puppy, makes himself at home while causing lots of trouble, but then proves in a very dramatic way that he is a valuable member of the household"--Publisher's description.

Barn Cat

Author: Carol P. Saul; Mary Azarian (Illustrator)
Published: 1998
Location: Bethlehem
"Because she's looking for something special, the great barn cat notices but shows no interest in the activities of the animals which can be counted around her"--Publisher's description.

Big Cat, Little Cat

Author: Elisha Cooper
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"There was a cat who lived alone. Until the day a new cat came . . . And so a story of friendship begins, following two cats through their days, months, and years until one day, the older cat has to go. And he doesn't come back."--Publisher's description.

Black Cat

Author: Christopher Myers (Illustrator)
Published: 1999
Location: Bethlehem
"A black cat wanders through the streets of a city"--Publisher's description.

Buddy and Earl

Author: Maureen Fergus; Carey Sookocheff (Illustrator)
Published: 2015
Location: Bethlehem
"Buddy the dog and Earl the hedgehog become fast friends and go on imaginative adventures"--Publisher's description.

Cat Poems

Author: Dave Crawley; Tamara Petrosino (Illustrator)
Published: 2005
Location: Monroe
"Hurry-scurry! / Flutter-flurry! / Running! Racing! / What's he chasing?" With loving exasperation and bewilderment, these playful poems muse about why cats do what they do.

Chato Goes Cruisin'

Author: Gary Soto; Susan Guevara (Illustrator, Translator)
Published: 2005
Location: Monroe
Spanish words interspersed in the text
"Chato and Novio win a cruise but are disappointed to find that everyone else on board is a dog, and things go from bad to worse when the dogs party themselves sick and it is up to the cats to find help"--Publisher's description.

Did You Eat the Parakeet?

Author: Mark Iacolina
Year Published: 2018/
Location: Bethlehem
"A little girl can't find her parakeet--her kitty must have eaten it! Right? Where else would it have gone? It was just here! She shouts, she accuses, and she laments her loss. But her cat might be trying to tell her something"--Publisher's description.

A Dog Wearing Shoes

Author: Sangmi Ko (Illustrator)
Published: 2015
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Mini finds a dog in the park wearing shoes but no collar, and begs to keep him, but soon she realizes that whoever put the shoes on him loves the dog as well"--Publisher's description.

Dogku

Author:Andrew Clements; Tim Bowers (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
A heartwarming story about a dog who finds his forever home. This books is written entirely in haiku and describes the experiences this dog has in his new home. Themes of bringing a new animal home for the first time and kindness toward animals is discussed.

Don't Call Me Choochie Pooh!

Author: Sean Taylor; Kate Hindley (Illustrator)
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"...This dog doesn't want to be carried in a handbag (how embarrassing!) or eat heart-shaped Mini Puppy Treats (I mean, come ON!) and under no circumstances does he ever want to be called ... Choochie Pooh! If only his owner understood. All he wants to do is play with the big dogs in the park - chase sticks, jump in muddy puddles and be an ordinary, proper dog"--Publisher's description.

Four Hungry Kittens

Author: Emily Arnold McCully
Published: 2001
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
In this wordless story, four kittens share adventures while their mother is away hunting food.

Frankie

Author: Mary Sullivan
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"When shelter dog Frankie arrives at his new home, he finds that all of the toys belong to the other dog in the house, Nico, but they soon find a way to share"--Publisher's description.

Good Boy

Author: Sergio Ruzzier (Illustrator)
Published: 2019
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Illustrations and simple text follow a boy and a dog on an out-of-this-world adventure"--Publisher's description.

The Great Gracie Chase

Author: Cynthia Rylant; Mark Teague (Illustrator)
Published: 2001
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
A cumulative tale about a small dog named Gracie whose quiet life is disrupted by some noisy painters.

Go, Dog. Go!

Author: P. D. Eastman
Published: 1961
Location: Bethlehem
"A vocabulary-building story about dogs engaged in every imaginable type of activity"--Publisher's description.

Good Boy, Fergus!

Author: David Shannon (Illustrator)
Published: 2006
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
Except for his bath, Fergus experiences the perfect doggy day, from chasing cats and motorcycles to being scratched on his favorite tickle spot.

Good Dog: Poems

Author: Maya Gottfried; Robert Rahway Zakanitch (Illustrator)
Published: 2005
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Presents 16 masterful, soulful, impossibly expressive portraits of dogs, accompanied by 16 enchanting poesm that wonderfully captures their voices and inner personalities. It's a doggie delight!"--Publisher's description.

Goyangi Means Cat

Author: Christine McDonnell; Steve Johnson (Illustrator); Lou Fancher (Illustrator)
Published: 2011
Location: Bethlehem
"An understanding cat helps a young Korean girl adjust to her new home in America."--Publisher's description.

Harry the Dirty Dog

Author: Gene Zion; Margaret Bloy Graham (Illustrator)
Published: 1956
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Harry is a white dog with black spots who loves everything--except baths. So one day before bath time, Harry runs away. He plays outside all day long... By the time he returns home, Harry is so dirty he looks like a black dog with white spots. His family doesn't even recognize him!"--Publisher's description.

Here Comes the Tooth Fairy Cat

Author: Deborah Underwood; Claudia Rueda (Illustrator)
Published: 2015
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Cat tries to trick the Tooth Fairy, but he meets his match in a mischievous mouse"--Publisher's description.

Hondo and Fabian

Author: Peter McCarty
Published: 2003
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Hondo the dog gets to go to the beach and play with his friend Fred, while Fabian the cat spends the day at home"--Publisher's description.

Hunter and His Dog

Author: Brian Wildsmith
Published: 2008
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Though trained to retrieve birds for his master, a dog finds that he is too kindhearted for such work"--Publisher's description.

If You Give a Cat a Cupcake

Author: Laura Numeroff; Felicia Bond (Illustrator)
Published: 2008
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A series of increasingly far-fetched events might occur if someone were to give a cupcake to a cat"--Publisher's description.

K Is for Kitten

Author: Niki Clark Leopold; Niki Leopold; Susan Jeffers (Illustrator)
Published: 2002
Location: Bethlehem
A rhyming alphabet book which follows a kitten named Rosie from the alley in which she is found to the "ZZzzs" she enjoys with the family that gives her a home.

Kitten and the Night Watchman

Author: John Sullivan; Taeeun Yoo (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"As he makes his rounds, a night watchman hears birds calling, insects buzzing, and vehicles roaring by, while a stray kitten keeps him company"--Publisher's description.

A Kitten Tale

Author: Eric Rohmann
Published: 2008
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"As four kittens who have never seen winter watch the seasons pass, three of them declare the reasons they will dislike snow when it arrives, while the fourth cannot wait to experience it for himself"--Publisher's description.

Kitten's First Full Moon

Author: Kevin Henkes (Illustrator)
Published: 2004
Location: Bethlehem
"When Kitten mistakes the full moon for a bowl of milk, she ends up tired, wet, and hungry trying to reach it"--Publisher's description.

A Kitten's Year

Author: Nancy Raines Day; Anne Mortimer (Illustrator)
Published: 2000
Location: Bethlehem
"A kitten peeks at January, toys with February, stalks March, and eventually sniffs November and dreams December as it grows into a cat through the course of a year"--Publisher's description.

Madlenka's Dog

Author: Peter Sis (Illustrator)
Published: 2002
Location: Bethlehem
Madlenka wants a dog! She doesn't really care what kind, so long as it's a dog that she can put on a leash and walk around the block. But her mother and father say NO! What is Madlenka to do?

Mama Cat Has Three Kittens

Author:Denise Fleming
Published: 1998
Location: Bethlehem
While two kittens copy everything their mother does, their brother naps.

Martha Speaks

Author: Susan Meddaugh (Illustrator)
Published: 1992
Location: Bethlehem
"Problems arise when Martha, the family dog, learns to speak after eating alphabet soup"--Publisher's description.

My Dog, Bob

Author: Richard Torrey
Published: 2015
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Like all dogs, Bob likes breakfast, takes rides in the family car, and digs for bones. He's just like any other dog -- except for a few quirks"--Publisher's description.

The Night World

Author: Mordicai Gerstein
Published: 2015
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Sylvie the cat persuades her boy to go into the darkness very late at night, where they're greeted by the shadows of roses and other flowers, and by nocturnal animals who whisper, 'It's almost here.' But what are they waiting for?"--Publisher's description.

Oops, Pounce, Quick, Run!

Author: Mike Twohy (Illustrator)
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"When a bouncing ball wakes a sleeping mouse, it's just the beginning of an alphabet adventure"--Publisher's description.

Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses

Author: James Dean (Illustrator); Kimberly Dean
Published: 2013
Location: Bethlehem
"Pete the Cat wakes up feeling grumpy; nothing seems to be going his way. But with the help of some magic sunglasses, Pete learns that a good mood has been inside him all along"--Publisher's description.

Rocket the Brave!

Author: Tad Hills
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Rocket, a curious dog, chases a butterfly up a hill and past a pond -- but does he have the courage to follow it into the dark forest?"--Publisher's description.

Sally Goes to the Mountains

Author: Stephen Huneck
Published: 2001
Location: Bethlehem
"Sally, a black Labrador retriever, is on her way to go camping in the mountains"--Publisher's description.

Smick!

Author: Doreen Cronin; Juana Medina (Illustrator)
Published: 2015
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Can friendship bloom between a dog and a chick?"--Publisher's description.

So, What's It Like to Be a Cat?

Author:Karla Kuskin; Betsy Lewin (Illustrator)
Published: 2005
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
A cat answers a young child's questions about such things as how much and where it sleeps, and whether or not it likes living with people.

The Stray Dog

Author: Marc Simont (Illustrator)
Published: 2001
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A family befriends a stray dog, names him Willy, and decides to keep him"--Publisher's

They All Saw a Cat

Author: Brendan Wenzel
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"An ordinary housecat is seen from the different perspectives of a child and various animals"--Publisher's description.

Two Bobbies

Author:Kirby Larson; Mary Nethery; Jean Cassels (Illustrator)
Published: 2008
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Bobbi (the dog) and Bob Cat are the best of friends. When their hometown of New Orleans was struck by Hurricane Katrina, many lost everything. Bobbi and Bob Cat only survived by staying together. This is the true story of their remarkable friendship"--Publisher's description.

What Puppies Teach Us

Author: Glenn Dromgoole
Published: 2003
Location: Bethlehem
"Photographs of puppies and simple text remind the reader of such lessons as 'Friendship means caring and sharing,' 'Be careful in traffic,' and 'Be willing to learn new things'"--Publisher's description.

What's So Bad about Being an Only Child?

Author:Cari Best; Sophie Blackall (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem
"Rosemary Emma Angela Lynette Isabel Iris Malone grows tired of being an only child, but eventually finds a way to feel less alone"--Publisher's description.

Widget

Author: Lyn Rossiter McFarland; Jim McFarland (Illustrator)
Published: 2001"A small stray dog is accepted into a household full of cats by learning to "fit in", but when his mistress is hurt, he demonstrates that being a dog is not all bad"--Publisher's description.
Location: Bethlehem

Picture Books about Farm Animals

Big Red Barn

Author: Margaret Wise Brown; Felicia Bond (Illustrator)
Published: 1989
Location: Bethlehem
"Rhymed text and illustrations introduce the many different animals that live in the big red barn"--Publisher's description.

Bob

Author: Tracey Campbell Pearson (Illustrator)
Published: 2002
Location: Monroe
While looking for someone to teach him how to crow, a rooster learns to sound like many different animals and finds that his new skills come in handy.

Click, Clack, Moo

Author: Doreen Cronin; Betsy Lewin (Illustrator)
Published: 2000
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"When Farmer Brown's cows find a typewriter in the barn, they start making demands -- and go on strike when the farmer refuses to give them what they want"--Publisher's description.

Click, Clack, Splish, Splash

Author: Doreen Cronin
Published: 2006
Location: Monroe
"While Farmer Brown sleeps, some of the animals who live on the farm go on a fishing expedition"--Publisher's description.

Clip-Clop

Author: Nicola Smee
Published: 2006
Location: Bethlehem
"When Mr. Horse gives a ride to his friends, Cat, Dog, Pig, and Duck, they urge him to go faster and faster"--Publisher's description.

Digby Takes Charge

Author: Caroline Jayne Church (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem
"Digby is a very good sheepdog, but when faced with six unruly sheep who ignore him even when he goes to extremes to make them obey, the farm's cows and pigs give him some sage advice"--Publisher's description.

Don't Slam the Door!

Author: Dori Chaconas; Will Hillenbrand (Illustrator)
Published: 2010
Location: Bethlehem
"A cumulative, rhyming tale of a slamming door which wakes a cat, setting into motion an absurd chain of events and resulting in chaos"--Publisher's description.

Duck on a Bike

Author: David Shannon (Illustrator)
Published: 2002
Location: Bethlehem
"A duck decides to ride a bike, and soon influences all the other animals on the farm to ride bikes, too"--Publisher's description.

Farmer Will

Author: Jane Cowen-Fletcher (Illustrator)
Published: 2001
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Will, the happiest little farmer in the whole wide world, loves to take his horse Orsey, his cow Dow, his sheep Bah, and his pig Wink-Wink outside and play with them"--Publisher's description.

Full Moon Barnyard Dance

Author: Carole Lexa Schaefer; Christine Davenier (Illustrator)
Published: 2003
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A beautiful night and a full moon inspire the barnyard animals to hold a dance by the pond, where the arrival of some clouds provides them with an unexpected experience"--Publisher's description.

Hattie and the Fox

Author: Mem Fox
Published: 1987
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Hattie, a big black hen, discovers a fox in the bushes, which creates varying reactions in the other barnyard animals"--Publisher's description.

Is That Wise, Pig?

Author: Jan Thomas (Illustrator)
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Mouse and Cow are making soup, but Pig keeps trying to add strange ingredients"--Publisher's description.

Mary Was a Little Lamb

Author: Gloria Rand; Ted Rand (Illustrator)
Published: 2004
Location: Bethlehem
"Mrs. Paradise figures out what to do with Mary, a wayward, abandoned lamb. Based on a true story"--Publisher's description.

Move over, Rover!

Author: Karen Beaumont; Jane Dyer (Illustrator)
Published: 2006
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"When a storm comes, Rover expects to have his doghouse all to himself but finds that various other animals, including a skunk, come to join him... Suddenly that doghouse isn't quite so crowded after all!"--Publisher's description.

A Number of Animals

Author: Chris Wormell; Kate Green
Published: 1993
Location: Bethlehem
"Introduces the numbers one through ten as a little lost chick searches all over the farm for his mother"--Publisher's description.

The Perfect Nest

Author: Catherine Friend; John Manders (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Jack the cat gets much more than he bargained for when he decides to build the perfect nest to attract the perfect chicken"--Publisher's description.

Thump, Quack, Moo

Author: Doreen Cronin; Betsy Lewin (Illustrator)
Published: 2008
Location: Bethlehem
"The annual Corn Maze Festival is coming, and every day the chickens, cows and Duck help Farmer Brown -- with a few bribes -- to create a special Statue of Liberty corn maze. Meanwhile, every night, Duck works hard creating his own surprise"--Publisher's description.

The Very Busy Spider

Author: Eric Carle
Published: 1984
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"The farm animals try to divert a busy little spider from spinning her web, but she persists and produces a thing of both beauty and usefulness. The pictures may be felt as well as seen"--Publisher's description.

Who Says Woof?

Author: John Butler
Published: 2003
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Describes the various sounds that some domestic animals make, including a dog, a cow, a pig, a horse, and a duck"--Publisher's description.

Picture Books about Forest Animals

Bear Says Thanks

Author: Karma Wilson; Jane Chapman (Illustrator)
Published: 2012
Location: Bethlehem
"Bear thanks his friends for bringing food dishes to his dinner party and finds a way of sharing something of his own"--Publisher's description.

The Busy Little Squirrel

Author: Nancy Tafuri
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Squirrel is too busy getting ready for winter to nibble a pumpkin with Mouse, run in the field with Dog, or otherwise play with any of the other animals"--Publisher's description.

Fox

Author: Kate Banks; Georg Hallensleben (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A baby fox anticipates the time when he can go out alone, but first his parents must teach him the ways of the wilderness"--Publisher's description.

Babies in the Forest

Author: Ginger Swift; Olivia Chin Mueller (Illustrator)
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Meet forest animals with foxes Rusty and Ruby! This chunky board book has especially thick flaps for babies to lift and grasp"--Publisher's description.

Bears and Blossoms

Author: Shirley Parenteau; David Walker (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Big Brown bear and the four little bears enjoy a picnic under blossoming trees, but a blustery wind makes flying kites an adventure"--Publisher's description.

Bear's First Christmas

Author: Robert Kinerk; Jim LaMarche (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"When a young bear is awakened from his winter nap by a mysterious sound, he makes new friends and discovers the true meaning of Christmas"--Publisher's description.

The Big Snow

Author: Berta Hader (Illustrator); Elmer Hader
Published: 1967
Location: Bethlehem
"Winter comes to the woodland as the busy animals make their preparations"--Publisher's description.

Boo Hoo Bird

Author: Jeremy Tankard (Illustrator)
Published: 2009
Location: Bethlehem
"When Bird gets hit on the head while playing ball, his friends have many suggestions to try to make him feel better"--Publisher's description.

Daniel Finds a Poem

Author: Micha Archer (Illustrator)
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A little boy's animal friends help him discover the poetry to be found in nature"--Publisher's description.

The Donkey Egg

Author: Janet Stevens (Illustrator)
Published: 2019
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"After fast-talking Fox leaves him with a large, green egg, Bear spends minutes, hours, days, and weeks lovingly caring for it with the help of his neighbor Hare"--Publisher's description.

Don't Worry Bear

Author: Greg Foley (Illustrator)
Published: 2008
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A caterpillar reassures a worried bear that they will see each other again when the caterpillar emerges from its cocoon"--Publisher's description.

A Good Day

Author: Kevin Henkes (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A bird, a fox, a dog, and a squirrel overcome minor setbacks to have a very good day"--Publisher's description.

Goodnight Everyone

Author: Chris Haughton (Illustrator)
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"The sun is setting, and everyone in the forest is getting sleepy... But someone isn't sleepy just yet. Little Bear thinks he can stay awake a bit longer. Can he do it?"--Publisher's description.

Help! A Story of Friendship

Author: Holly Keller
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
Mouse hears a rumor that snakes do not like mice, and while trying to avoid his former friend -- Snake -- he falls into a hole from which neither Hedgehog, Squirrel, nor Rabbit can help him escape. Awards note: A Junior Library Guild selection

Honey

Author: David Ezra Stein (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"After a long winter sleep, Bear wakes up with one thing in mind: honey! But it's too soon for honey, so he must wait"--Publisher's description.

I Want My Hat Back

Author: Jon Klassen
Published: 2011
Location: Bethlehem
"A bear almost gives up his search for his missing hat -- until he remembers something important"--Publisher's description.

I Want That Nut!

Author: Madeline Valentine
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
Meet Mouse and Chipmunk, two young rodents who want the same thing—a big, beautiful nut! But who deserves it more?

In the Snow

Author: Sharon Phillips Denslow; Nancy Tafuri (Illustrator)
Published: 2005
Location: Bethlehem
"Forest animals come out after a fresh snow to eat the seeds a thoughtful child has scattered on the ground"--Publisher's description.

A Kiss for Little Bear

Author: Else Holmelund Minarik; Maurice Sendak (Illustrator)
Published: 1968
Location: Bethlehem
"Little Bear is so pleased with the picture he has drawn that he asks Hen to take it to his grandmother"--Publisher's description.

Kite Day

Author: Will Hillenbrand
Published: 2013
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Bear and Mole build a kite and take it out on a windy day, but when the weather suddenly turns stormy there are unexpected consequences for some birds"--Publisher's description.

Laundry Day

Author:
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Two bored badgers have run out of things to do until their mom suggests they help with the laundry"--Publisher's description.

Little Beaver and the Echo

Author: Amy MacDonald
Published: 1998
Location: Monroe
"Unaware that the voice from across the pond telling him he's lonely is his echo, a little beaver sets out to make a friend of that voice, encountering real animal friends on the way"--Publisher's description.

Little One

Author: Jo Weaver
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"This story follows a new bear cub and his mother as they discover the world together, through every season"--Publisher's description.

Night Animals

Author: Gianna Marino (Illustrator)
Published: 2015
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Possum is hiding from the sounds in the night, and his fear sets off a chain reaction in the other night animals"--Publisher's description.

A Perfect Day

Author: Lane Smith (Illustrator)
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A perfect day means different things to different animals in Bert's backyard"--Publisher's description.

Pine and Boof: the Lucky Leaf

Author: Ross Burach (Illustrator)
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"One blustery day, Boof the bear's lucky red leaf gets swept away by the wind. Fortunately for him, Pine the porcupine just happens to walk by with his lucky compass--and the two set off on an adventure to find the lost leaf, only to discover true friendship in the process"--Publisher's description.

Possum and the Summer Storm

Author: Anne Hunter
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem
"When Possum's brush pile washes away in a storm, his neighbors all help build a new home based on their own abilities and preferences"--Publisher's description.

Shake the Tree!

Author: Chiara Vignocchi; Paolo Chiarinotti; Silvia Borando
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Various animals take turns shaking a tree in search of a tasty meal"--Publisher's description.

The Surprise Party

Author: Pat Hutchins
Published: 1991
Location: Bethlehem
"Rabbit's secret message gets all mixed up as the animals whisper it to each other"--Publisher's description.

Thank You Bear

Author: Greg Foley (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Despite the criticism of others, a bear finds the perfect gift for his mouse friend"--Publisher's description.

There Are No Bears in This Bakery

Author: Julia Sarcone-Roach
Published: 2019
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
Author:
Published:
Location: Bethlehem
"When Muffin, a cat, hears a suspicious noise at the Little Bear Bakery, her investigation reveals a hungry bear cub"--Publisher's description.

UnderGROUND

Author: Denise Fleming (Illustrator)
Published: 2012
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"The paintings and rhyming text in this book spotlight the underground world of animals who burrow, tunnel, and dig"--Publisher's description.

What a Treasure!

Author: Jane Hillenbrand; Will Hillenbrand (Illustrator)
Published: 2006
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Mole digs with his new shovel, finding useful things for the other animals and a new friend for himself"--Publisher's description.

Wild

Author: Emily Hughes
Published: 2013
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"This book tells the story of a little girl who has known nothing but nature from birth. Bears taught her to eat, birds to speak, foxes to play; she is unabashedly, irrefutably, irrespressibly wild. That is, until one day when she meets a new animal that looks oddly like her"--Publisher's description.

William Wakes Up

Author: Linda Ashman; Chuck Groenink (Illustrator)
Published: 2019
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"William asks his animal friends, one after another, to awake from hibernation and prepare a celebration for a special friend who has been away all winter"--Publisher's description.

Winter Friends

Author: Carl R. Sams (Photographer); Jean Stoick (Photographer)
Published: 2003
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"In a series of outdoor photographs, different animals come and say hello to a snowman"--Publisher's description.

The Winter Fox

Author: Timothy Knapman; Rebecca Harry (Illustrator)
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Fox loves to frolic, but his friends worry, because he doesn't want to think about preparing for winter. Finally, Fox wishes upon a star"--Publisher's description.

The Wolf, the Duck, and the Mouse

Author: Mac Barnett; Jon Klassen (Illustrator)
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem
"When a mouse is swallowed by a wolf, he learns that a duck devoured earlier has set up a table to enjoy the food the gluttonous predator eats"--Publisher's description.

Wolf's Coming!

Author: Joe Kulka (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem
"All of the animals in the forest go into hiding because the wolf is coming, but the reason they are hiding is the big surprise"--Publisher's description.

Picture Books about Birds

ABC Birds

Author: American Museum of Natural History (editor)
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"From albatross to zebra finch, different birds present the letters of the alphabet"--Publisher's description.

And Tango Makes Three

Authors: Justin Richardson & Peter Parnell; Henry Cole (Illustrator)
Published: 2005
Location: Bethlehem
"At New York City's Central Park Zoo, two male penguins fall in love and start a family by taking turns sitting on an abandoned egg until it hatches."--Publisher's description.

Beautiful Blackbird

Author: Ashley Bryan
Published: 2003
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"In a story of the Ila people, the colorful birds of Africa ask Blackbird, whom they think is the most beautiful of birds, to decorate them with some of his 'blackening brew'"--Publisher's description.

Duck at the Door

Author: Jackie Urbanovic (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"When Max the duck decides to stay behind when his flock flies south, Irene invites him to stay with her for the winter"--Publisher's description.

Egg

Author: Kevin Henkes (author/illustrator)
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Three little birds crack their way out of eggs and fly away, leaving one egg sitting all alone, until the three chicks come back and discover a friendly baby alligator has finally hatched"--Publisher's description.

Every Day Birds

Author: Amy Ludwig VanDerwater; Dylan Metrano (Illustrator)
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Young readers are fascinated with birds in their world. Every Day Birds helps children identify and learn about common birds"--Publisher's description.

Five Flying Penguins

Author: Barbara Barbieri McGrath; Stephanie Fizer Coleman (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Five little penguins flee from a seal, flying through the water, and find themselves in an innocent game of tag"--Publisher's description.

Fledgling

Author: Robert J. Blake (Illustrator)
Published: 2000
Location: Bethlehem
"When a young kestrel makes its first flight among the buildings of a city, it is pursued by a hawk"--Publisher's description.

Have You Heard the Nesting Bird?

Author: Rita Gray; Kenard Pak (Illustrator)
Published: 2014
Location: Bethlehem
"In this nonfiction picture book for young readers, we learn just why the mother nesting bird stays quiet and still while sitting on her eggs"--Publisher's description.

It's a Hummingbird's Life

Author: Irene Kelly
Published: 2003
Location: Bethlehem
"This book follows the ruby-throated humming bird through the year and tells a little about many facets of its life"--Publisher's description.

Jennie's Hat

Author: Ezra Jack Keats
Published: 2003
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"When the hat Jennie receives from her aunt is not as fancy as she had hoped, her bird friends decorate it for her"--Publisher's description.

The Little Wood Duck

Author: Brian Wildsmith
Published: 2007
Location: Monroe
"The animals by the lake make fun of little Wood Duck for swimming in circles, but his uniqueness proves to be useful"--Publisher's description.

Look! Birds!

Author: Stephanie Calmenson; Puy Pinillos (Illustrator)
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"This board book features different types of birds and the amazing things they do"--Publisher's description

Love Is

Author: Diane Adams; Claire Keane (Illustrator)
Year Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A girl finds a baby duckling, and discovers that love is taking care of something that needs you, and also knowing when to let it go"--Publisher's description.

Owl Babies

Author: Martin Waddell; Patrick Benson (Illustrator)
Published: 1992
Location: Bethlehem
"Three owl babies whose mother has gone out in the night try to stay calm while she is gone"--Publisher's description.

Owl Bat Bat Owl

Author: Marie-Louise Fitzpatrick (Illustrator)
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"An owl and a bat family endeavor to share living spaces on the same tree branch, where initial wariness is overcome by the curiosity of the families' babies on a wild and stormy night that compels them to set aside their apprehensions"--Publisher's description.

Owl Moon

Author:Jane Yolen; John Schoenherr (Illustrator)
Published: 1987
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
Caldecott Medal, 1988
On a winter's night under a full moon, a father and daughter trek into the woods to see the Great Horned Owl.

A Round of Robins

Author: Katie Hesterman; Sergio Ruzzier (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Follow a pair of robin parents from nest-building and egg-laying, to raising their hungry hatchlings, and finally sending off their flying fledglings"--Publisher's description.

That's Not Bunny!

Author: Chris Barton; Colin Jack (Illustrator)
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A hungry hawk is outsmarted by the rabbit he hopes to have as a meal"--Publisher's description.

There Is a Bird on Your Head! (an Elephant and Piggie Book)

Author: Mo Willems
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem
Gerald the elephant discovers that there is something worse than a bird on your head-- two birds on your head! Piggie will try to help her best friend.

This Is the Nest That Robin Built

Author: Denise Fleming (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Monroe
"Robin is building a nest, and her friends are ready to help! The squirrel trims the twigs. The dog brings the string. The horse shares his straw. Then a surprise fold-out page reveals how Robin knits them all together to make a safe and cozy home for her babies"--Publisher's description.

Vulture View

Author: April Pulley Sayre; Steve Jenkins (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem
"Turkey vultures soar on the balmy air, looking for their next stinky feast. These birds don't hunt -- they like their food to be already dead. Vultures are part of nature's cleanup crew"--Publisher's

Picture Books about Aquatic Animals

Fish Eyes

Author: Lois Ehlert (Illustrator)
Published: 1990
Location: Bethlehem
"A counting book depicting the colorful fish a child might see if he turned into a fish himself"--Publisher's description.

Fish Is Fish

Author: Leo Lionni (Illustrator)
Published: 1970
Location: Bethlehem
"When his friend, the tadpole, becomes a frog and leaves the pond to explore the world, the little fish decides that maybe he doesn't have to remain in the pond either"--Publisher's description.

Little Whale

Author: Jo Weaver
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Little Whale is nervous about leaving the shallows of the warm, southern sea but Gray Whale gently guides her new baby as they migrate to the cool, rich waters of the north"--Publisher's description.

One Lonely Sea Horse

Author: Saxton Freymann; Joost Elffers
Published: 2000
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"One lonely sea horse learns that she has a lot of friends--friends she can really 'count' on"--Publisher's description.

Sea Horse

Author: Christine Butterworth; John Lawrence (Illustrator)
Published: 2006
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Readers will discover the secrets of the endangered sea horse, one of nature's most mysterious fish"--Publisher's description.

Song of the Water Boatman and Other Pond Poems

Author: Joyce Sidman; Beckie Prange (Illustrator)
Published: 2005
Location: Bethlehem
"A collection of poems that provide a look at some of the animals, insects and plants that are found in ponds, with accompanying information about each"--Publisher's description.

Ten Little Fish

Author: Audrey Wood; Bruce Wood (Illustrator)
Published: 2004
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
Ten little fish swim along an ocean reef, each finding a different reason to leave until there is only one left.

There's a Hole in the Log on the Bottom of the Lake

Author: Loren Long (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Turns out there's a whole lot more than just a log on the bottom of this lake -- a frog and a fly, and eventually a fish! An adaptation of the traditional folk song, 'There's a Hole in the Bottom of the Sea,' with additional repetition and tongue twisters. Includes sheet music"--Publisher's description.

This Is Not My Hat

Author: Jon Klassen
Published: 2012
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A little fish thinks he can get away with stealing a hat"--Publisher's description.

Under the Sea

Author: Tom Evans
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem
"Introduction to animals that live in the sea using simple text, question and answer format, illustrations and photos. Features include puzzles and games, fun facts, a resource list, and an index"--Publisher's description.

Picture Books about Insects & Spiders

Bug Safari

Author: Bob Barner (Illustrator)
Published: 2004
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Tells how the author, as a young boy, followed a trail of ants and came across various other insects and small creatures, then briefly provides facts about each creature encountered"--Publisher's description.

Butterfly Eyes and Other Secrets of the Meadow

Author: Joyce Sidman; Beth Krommes (Illustrator)
Year: 2006
Location: Bethlehem
"Discover the hidden world of the meadow in this unique combination of poetry riddles and science wisdom"--Jacket.

Clara Caterpillar

Author: Pamela Duncan Edwards; Henry Cole (Illustrator)
Year: 2001
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
By camouflaging herself, Clara Caterpillar, who becomes a cream-colored butterfly, courageously saves Catisha the crimson-colored butterfly from a hungry crow.

Diary of a Fly

Author: Doreen Cronin; Harry Bliss (Illustrator)
Year: 2007
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A young fly discovers, day by day, that there is a lot to learn about being an insect -- including the dangers of flypaper, and that heroes come in all shapes and sizes"--Publisher's description.

Diary of a Spider

Author: Doreen Cronin; Harry Bliss (Illustrator)
Published: 2005
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A young spider discovers, day by day, that there is a lot to learn about being a spider, including how to spin webs and avoid vacuum cleaners"--Publisher's description.

Fireflies

Author: Julie Brinckloe (Illustrator)
Published: 1985
Location: Bethlehem
"A young boy is proud of having caught a jar full of fireflies, which seems to him like owning a piece of moonlight, but as the light begins to dim he realizes he must set the insects free or they will die"--Publisher's description.

The Fly

Author: Petr Horacek (Illustrator)
Published: 2015
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"This story takes a funny look at the life of a fly, who doesn't quite understand why no one likes him"--Publisher's description.

Hank's Big Day

Author: Evan Kuhlman; Chuck Groenink (Illustrator)
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Hank is a pill bug whose daily routine involves nibbling a dead leaf, climbing up a long stick, avoiding a skateboarder, and playing pretend with his best friend, a human girl named Amelia"--Publisher's description.

The Hugely-Wugely Spider

Author: Ethan T. Berlin; Karl Newsom Edwards (Illustrator)
Year: 2018
Location: Bethlehem
"The hugely wugely spider tries to climb up the water spout like all the small spiders and, when he gets stuck, they help him out so when the rain comes, he tries to return the favor"--Publisher's description.

In the Tall, Tall Grass

Author: Denise Fleming (Illustrator)
Year: 1991
Location: Bethlehem
"Rhymed text (crunch, munch, caterpillars lunch) presents a toddler's view of creatures found in the grass from lunchtime till nightfall, such as bees, ants, and moles"--Publisher's description.

A Pet for Fly Guy

Author: Tedd Arnold (Illustrator)
Year: 2014
Location: Bethlehem
"In this first 'Fly Guy' picture book, Buzz tries to help Fly Guy find the right pet"--Publisher's description.

Spinning Spiders

Author: Melvin Berger; S. D. Schindler (Illustrator)
Published: 2003
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
Describes the characteristics of spiders and the methods they use to trap their prey in webs.

The Very Busy Spider

Author: Eric Carle
Published: 1984
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"The farm animals try to divert a busy little spider from spinning her web, but she persists and produces a thing of both beauty and usefulness. The pictures may be felt as well as seen"--Publisher's description.

The Very Clumsy Click Beetle

Author:Eric Carle
Published: 1999
Location: Bethlehem
A clumsy young click beetle learns to land on its feet with encouragement from various animals and a wise old beetle. An electronic chip with a built-in battery creates clicking sounds to accompany the story.

The Very Quiet Cricket

Author: Eric Carle
Published: 1990
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A very quiet cricket who wants to rub his wings together and make a sound as do so many other animals finally achieves his wish"--Publisher's description.

World of Insects

Author: Tom Evans and Paul Kobasa
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem
"Introduction to insects, using simple text, question and answer format, illustrations, and photos. Features include puzzles and games, fun facts, resource list, and index"--Publisher's description.

Picture Books About Wild Animals

Accident!

Author: Andrea Tsurumi
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"When Lola the armadillo accidentally knocks over a jug of juice all over her parent's favorite chair, her panic sets off a chain reaction that sends the whole town into chaos... this silly and sincere book will help readers realize that making a mistake isn't a disaster"--Publisher's description.

Around the World: Who's Been Here?

Author: Lindsay Barrett George (Illustrator)
Published: 1999
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A teacher travels around the world viewing animals in their natural habitats and writes back to her class about her findings"--Publisher's description.

The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse

Author: Eric Carle (Illustrator)
Published: 2011
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Rather than use the same old colors, a child paints animals and objects in a variety of unexpected hues."--Publisher's description

Bedtime for Little Bears

Author: David Bedford; Caroline Pedler (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Monroe
"Mother Bear coaxes Little Bear to sleep by taking one final walk through the snow to see other creatures preparing for bedtime"--Publisher's description.

Dear Zoo

Author: Rod Campbell
Published: 2005
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Each animal arriving from the zoo as a possible pet fails to suit its prospective owner, until just the right one is found. Movable flaps reveal the pop-up contents of each package"--Publisher's description.

Draw!

Author: Raúl Colón
Published: 2014
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"In this wordless picture book, a boy who is confined to his room fills his sketch pad with lions and elephants, then imagines himself on a safari"--Publisher's description.

Each Living Thing

Author:Joanne Ryder; Ashley Wolff (Illustrator)
Published: 2000
Location: Bethlehem
Celebrates the creatures of the earth, from spiders dangling in their webs to owls hooting and hunting out of sight, and asks that we respect and care for them.

An Elephant Grows Up

Author: Anastasia Suen; William J. Huiett (Illustrator)
Published: 2005
Location: Bethlehem
"Explains the life cycle of the elephant"--Publisher's description.

Flutter and Hum / Aleteo y Zumbido

Author: Julie Paschkis (Illustrator)
Published: 2015
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
Parallel text in English and Spanish
"All sorts of animals flutter and hum, dance and stretch, and slither and leap their way through this joyful collection of poems in English and Spanish. Julie Paschkis's words and art sing in both languages, bringing out the beauty and playfulness of the animal world"--Publisher's description.

Hush!

Author: Minfong Ho; Holly Meade (Illustrator)
Published: 1996
Location: Bethlehem
"A lullaby which asks animals such as a lizard, monkey, and water-buffalo to be quiet and not disturb the sleeping baby"--Publisher's description.

Jubela

Author: Cristina Kessler; JoEllen McAllister Stammen (Illustrator)
Published: 2001
Location: Bethlehem
"When a baby rhino loses his mother, he must rely on his own resources to survive until he is adopted by an old female rhino"--Publisher's description.

La Siesta Perfecta

Author: Pato Mena (Illustrator)
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem
Text entirely in Spanish
"It is very hot in the jungle and suddenly a nice breeze arrives. The jaguar wants to take a siesta. Just then he saw a coati and said, 'Could you do me a big favor? Could you wake me up in exactly 10 minutes?' The coati wanted a siesta too, and asked the cockatiel to wake him up in exactly 10 minutes ..."--Publisher's description.

Life-Size Zoo

Author:Teruyuki Komiya (Based on a work by); Toyofumi Fukuda (Photographer); Kristin Earhart (Editor)
Published: 2009
Location: Bethlehem
See life-size photographs of various animals, with fold-out pages and charts of interesting facts.

A Lion Grows Up

Author: Anastasia Suen; William J. Huiett (Illustrator)
Published: 2005
Location: Bethlehem
"Explains the life cycle of the lion"--Publisher's description.

Nine Animals and the Well

"A fable about a group of animals which strives to bring the perfect present to the Indian raja-king's birthday party. Discusses how the numerals we use originated in India"--Publisher's description.

Not Your Nest!

Author: Gideon Sterer; Andrea Tsurumi (Illustrator)
Published: 2019
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Bird builds the perfect nest, the only problem is everyone else wants to sleep in it!"--Publisher's description.

Oodles of Animals

Author:Lois Ehlert
Published: 2008
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
Short, easy-to-read rhymes reveal what is unique about various animals, from ape to wolf.

Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?

Author:Bill Martin; Eric Carle (Illustrator)
Published: 2003
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
Illustrations and rhyming text present ten different endangered animals.

Panda Pants

Author: Jacqueline Davies; Sydney Hanson (Illustrator)
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Panda wants to wear pants, but his father does not agree"--Publisher's description.

Peek!

Author: Minfong Ho (Illustrator); Holly Meade (Illustrator)
Published: 2004
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A father and daughter play hide-and-seek in the midst of the animals near their house in Thailand"--Publisher's description.

Play

Author: Jez Alborough (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Not ready to stop playing at bedtime, little Bobo the chimp escapes over and over to play with his jungle friends, but when it finally starts to get dark, he finds himself all alone with no idea how to get home"--Publisher's description.

Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?

Author: Bill Martin; Eric Carle (Illustrator)
Published: 1991
Location: Bethlehem
"Zoo animals from polar bear to walrus make their distinctive sounds for each other, while children imitate the sounds for the zookeeper"--Publisher's description.

Read It, Don't Eat It!

Author: Ian Schoenherr
Published: 2009
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Animal readers give rhyming advice on how to take care of a library book"--Publisher's description.

A Sick Day for Amos McGee

Author: Philip C. Stead; Erin E. Stead (Illustrator)
Published: 2010
Location: Bethlehem
"Zookeeper Amos McGee always makes time to visit his friends who live at the zoo, until the day he stays home because he is sick"--Publisher's description.

Slowly, Slowly, Slowly, Said the Sloth

Author: Eric Carle (Illustrator)
Published: 2002
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Challenged by the other jungle animals for its seemingly lazy ways, a sloth living in a tree explains the many advantages of his slow and peaceful existence"--Publisher's description.

Stop Snoring, Bernard!

Author: Zachariah OHora (Illustrator)
Published: 2011
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Because his loud snoring disturbs all the other animals at the zoo, Bernard the otter tries to find a solution"--Publisher's description.

There Is a Tribe of Kids

Author: Lane Smith
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Simple text follows a young boy and the many animals he meets on his adventure through the jungle"--Publisher's description.

The Tiptoeing Tiger

Author: Philippa Leathers (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Everyone knows that tigers are sleek, silent, and totally terrifying -- most tigers, that is. But no one is afraid of Little Tiger. He's just too small and clumsy to frighten anyone"--Publisher's description.

Walking Through the Jungle

Author: Stella Blackstone; Debbie Harter (Illustrator)
Published: 2006
Location: Bethlehem
Includes 1 sound disc (digital ; 4 3/4 in.)
"A young explorer discovers the different animals and terrains of the world before making it home, safe and sound, for supper"--Publisher's description.

What Do You Do with a Tail Like This?

Author: Robin Page; Steve Jenkins
Published: 2003
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
A nose for digging? Ears for seeing? Eyes that squirt blood? Turn the page to find out which marvelous animal these attributes belong to.

Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears

Author: Vema Aardema
Published: 1975
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Reveals the meaning of the mosquito's buzz"--Publisher's description.

Wild Animals

Author: Tom Evans
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem
"Introduction to wild animals that live in Africa using simple text, question and answer format, illustrations and photos. Features include puzzles and games, fun facts, a resource list, and an index"--Publisher's description.

You're Safe with Me

Author: Chitra Soundar; Poonam Mistry (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"The baby animals of the Indian forest can't sleep. SWISH-SWISH! CRACK-TRACK! FLASH-SNAP! goes the storm. Only Mama Elephant's words of wisdom can reassure them, 'You're safe with me'"--Publisher's description.

Bruno Munari's Zoo

Author: Bruno Munari
Published: 2005
Location: Bethlehem
"Illustrations and brief text introduce more than twenty zoo animals, including a rhinoceros that is always ready to fight and a peacock that struts proudly because he is the peacock"--Publisher's description.

Z Is for Moose

Author: Kelly Bingham; Paul O. Zelinsky (Illustrator)
Published: 2012
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Moose, terribly eager to play his part in the alphabet book his friend Zebra is putting together, then awfully disappointed when his letter passes, behaves rather badly until Zebra finds a spot for him"--Publisher's description.

Picture Books about Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Animals

Charlotte and the Rock

Author: Stephen W. Martin; Samantha Cotterill (Illustrator)
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"When Charlotte receives a pet rock for her birthday, she doesn't expect it to become her best friend, and she really doesn't expect what happens next"--Publisher's description.

Danny and the Dinosaur

Author:Syd Hoff
Published: 1993
Location: Bethlehem
A little boy is surprised and pleased when one of the dinosaurs from the museum agrees to play with him.

Digging up Dinosaurs

Author: Aliki
Published: 1988
Location: Bethlehem
"Briefly introduces various types of dinosaurs, explaining how scientists find, preserve, and reassemble the giant dinosaur skeletons seen in museums"--Publisher's description.

Dinosaur!

Author: Peter Sís (Illustrator)
Published: 2000
Location: Bethlehem
"While taking a bath, a young boy is joined by all sorts of dinosaurs"--Publisher's description.

Dinosaurumpus!

Author: Tony Mitton; Guy Parker-Rees (Illustrator)
Published: 2009
Location: Bethlehem
"A rhyming tale of Triceratops, Brontosaurus, and even Tyrannosaurus gathering at the swamp to dance"--Publisher's description.

The Dinosaur's New Clothes

Author: Diane Goode; Hans Andersen (story by)
Published: 1999
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"In this retelling of the familiar story about two rascals who sell a vain emperor an invisible suit of clothes, the characters are presented as dinosaurs"--Publisher's description.

Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs

Author: Mo Willems (Illustrator)
Published: 2012
Location: Bethlehem
"Presents the wacky story of three dinosaurs (including one visiting from Norway) who insist that they have not tidied up their home and prepared yummy pudding in order to trap a tasty little girl"--Publisher's description.

How Do Dinosaurs Eat Their Food?

Author: Jane Yolen; Mark Teague (Illustrator)
Published: 2005
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Describes how a dinosaur eats, with no rude noises and while sitting very still"--Publisher's

How Do Dinosaurs Go to School?

Author: Jane Yolen; Mark Teague (Illustrator)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem
"Explains how little dinosaurs should behave during a typical school day"--Publisher's description.

How Do Dinosaurs Play with Their Friends?

Author:Jane Yolen; Mark Teague (Illustrator)
Published: 2006
Location: Bethlehem
"Rhyming text and illustrations present some of the ways dinosaurs can play with their friends, from hogging the swings to sharing toys"--Publisher's description.

How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?

Author: Jane Yolen; Mark Teague (Illustrator)
Published: 2000
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Mother and child ponder the different ways a dinosaur can say goodnight, from slamming his tail and pouting to giving a big hug and kiss"--Publisher's description.

How High Can a Dinosaur Count?

Author: Valorie Fisher
Published: 2006
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Fifteen miniature worlds, each showcasing a math problem"--Publisher's description.

How to Be a T. Rex

Author: Ryan North; Mike Lowery (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Tyrannosaurus Rex enthusiast Sal transforms herself into an uncontrollable T. Rex, partly because her brother said it would be impossible, but soon discovers the downsides of always being fierce"--Publisher's description.

If the Dinosaurs Came Back

Author: Bernard Most
Published: 1978
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"A young boy who wishes for the return of dinosaurs imagines how useful they would be"--Publisher's description.

I'm Bad!

Author: Kate McMullan; Jim McMullan (Illustrator)
Published: 2008
Location: Bethlehem
"A hungry Tyrannosaurus rex searches for food in the prehistoric forest, but is thwarted in its attempts to find something to eat"--Publisher's description.

Samson in the Snow

Author: Philip C. Stead
Published: 2016
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"When friendly giant mammoth Samson falls asleep and wakes up in the middle of a blizzard, he finds and shelters a little red bird and a flower-loving mouse, beginning new friendships for all"--Publisher's description.

Santa Rex

Author: Molly Idle
Published: 2017
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Celebrating Christmas -- her favorite winter holiday -- with her Cretaceous buddies, little Cordelia enjoys dinosaur-style candy canes and hot cocoa, and worries what Santa will think when the Christmas tree is accidentally toppled"--Publisher's description.

Shape by Shape

Author: Suse MacDonald
Published: 2009
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Turn the die-cut pages to discover colorful shapes, which come together to reveal a creature from long ago"--Publisher's description.

Stegothesaurus

Author: Bridget Heos; T. L. McBeth (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"Stegothesaurus has little in common with his fellow dinosaurs, until he meets an allosaurus that seems as hungry for synonyms as he is"--Publisher's description.

Tyrannosaurus Wrecks!

Author: Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen; Zachariah Ohora (Illustrator)
Published: 2014
Location: Bethlehem
"All the dinosaurs play nicely, except Tyrannosaurus wrecks"--Publisher's description.

We Don't Eat Our Classmates

Author: Ryan Higgins (Illustrator)
Published: 2018
Location: Bethlehem & Monroe
"When the class pet bites the finger of Penelope, a tyrannosaurus rex, she finally understands why she should not eat her classmates, no matter how tasty they are"--Publisher's description.

World of Dinosaurs

Author:World Book, Inc Staff (Contribution by)
Published: 2007
Location: Bethlehem
"Introduction to dinosaurs using simple text, question and answer format, illustrations and photos. Features include puzzles and games, fun facts, resource list, and index"--Publisher's description.