"A whirlwind tour through the intriguing world of scienceWhat exactly is science? Stars and planets, rocks and soil, hurricanes and airplanes-science is all of these things and so much more. It's also about curiosity: asking questions and exploring possible answers. Through simple words and child-friendly illustrations, this poetic picture book introduces young children to the exciting and ever-changing world of science.What Is Science? ..."
"This picture book is a celebration of life and the perfect gift to mark any milestone, from a new baby to a birthday to graduation. Illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Matthew Cordell! In this inspiring story, a young rabbit travels through the wide world, experiencing joy and sorrow and wonder. Along the way he chooses a path and explores the unknown. And at the end of his journey, braver and more confident, he returns home—a place he ..."
"Here are twenty-nine rhyming riddle poems about everyday objects that children love: roller coasters, trampolines, kites, yo-yos, licorice, and more. With plenty of clues in each rhythmic verse and in the colorful illustrations, children of all ages will enjoy guessing these riddles and challenging one another to the answers. “Children will enjoy the simple rhythmic poetry as much as the word puzzles in these clever riddles in verse.” — ..."
Digger the Dinosaur(Illustrated) (My First I Can Read) by RebeccaKaiDotlich, Gynux Paperback, 24 Pages, Published 2013 by Harpercollins ISBN-13: 978-0-06-222221-3, ISBN: 0-06-222221-X
"Meet Digger the Dinosaur, a delightful new I Can Read character. Digger may be huge, but he has the heart of a preschooler. He loves to help, but gets mixed up a lot. In Digger the Dinosaur, Digger wants to play baseball with his friends. But he isn’t allowed to go out until he’s cleaned his room. Digger starts cleaning at top speed, but the faster he moves the messier his room gets. His big tail and big feet aren’t helping! Will Digger ..."
What If . . . ? Then We . . .(Illustrated) Short, Very Short, Shorter-than-Ever Possibilities by RebeccaKaiDotlich, Fred Koehler Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 2019 by Boyds Mills Press ISBN-13: 978-1-62979-909-4, ISBN: 1-62979-909-2
"Two polar bear friends have a thrilling adventure as they imagine solutions to a variety of possible situations; their story will show readers how to create their own tales in response to the question "What if...?" in this ingenious picture book."What if . . . we got lost far, far, far away, and couldn't find our way home? Then we would become the bravest explorers in the world." So begin the adventures of two intrepid polar bears. Trav ..."
"Oliver Wizard overcomes his nighttime fears as his father gently helps him get ready for bed.Oliver uses imaginary magic in every step of his bedtime ritual. Accompanied by his father, Oliver conjures a bedtime snack, brushes his teeth, reads a book, and waves his wand to keep scary things away. The lighthearted, loving relationship between Oliver and his father is the star of this imaginative story that will help soothe restless toddle ..."
"Handpicked by Amazon kids’ books editor, Seira Wilson, for Prime Book Box – a children’s subscription that inspires a love of reading.Now in board book! Race car 1 honks look at me!He zooms in front with the turn of a key.Race car 2 is close behind.The sound of "vroom" is on his mind.The simple, rhyming text is perfect for reinforcing counting with young children, and the vibrant, energetic illustrations of ten cars―all with different p ..."
"A rollicking board book about cranes—the kind that pick things up!What can a crane pick up . . . a truck? Yes, a truck! And a truck . . . And a truck . . . And a railroad car, if it gets stuck. We start with pipes and bricks and loads of steel and then move on to funny, whimsical objects: a cow, a Ferris wheel, men in business suits, and an ancient mummy’s case. With a rhyme from poet Rebecca Kai Dotlich that begs to be read aloud agai ..."
"Readers will roar with laughter as Digger the Dinosaur mixes up silly phrases in his second fully illustrated I Can Read title.Today is the big dino party! Digger and Dadasaur take a ride into town to get a cake, but before long, they get lost. Can Momasaur help Digger before it’s too late? Or will Digger and Dadasaur have to go home cakeless?Beginning readers will learn common sight words and simple phonics sounds. Digger the Dinosaur ..."
"What can a crane pick up . . . a truck? Yes, a truck! And a truck . . . And a truck . . . And a railroad car, if it gets stuck.A truck, a train,a car, a planecan all be lifted with a crane.From poet Rebecca Kai Dotlich and artist Mike Lowery comes a rollicking picture book about cranes—the kind that pick things up! We start with pipes and bricks and loads of steel and then move on to funny, whimsical objects: a cow, a ferris wh ..."
Bella & Bean by RebeccaKaiDotlich, Aileen Leijten Hardcover, 40 Pages, Published 2009 by Atheneum Books For Young Readers Picture Book ISBN-13: 978-0-689-85616-7, ISBN: 0-689-85616-4
"Bella wants to write poems. Bean wants to go for a walk. Bella wants to write poems. Bean wants Bella to look at her cute toes. Could these two best friends be more different? But as Bean's attempt to coax Bella away from her notepad become ever more over the top, Bella finds her poetry taking unexpected twists. You might be a Bella or you could be a Bean - either way, this sweet, clever tale will remind you there is perfect p ..."
"Rebecca Kai Dotlich pays poetic tribute to things that shake or slap, whoosh or whirl, swirl or spill in this captivating book of verse. With charming illustrations by Karen Dugan, these twenty-three poems sparkle with clever imagery and crackle with dazzling wordplay. Here's a remarkable collection by a gifted poet to set young imaginations spinning."
"From the ordinary to the extraordinary, each rhythmic verse of these riddle poems--as well as the illustrations in the borders--provides clues to solving the mysteries that each one holds."
"Like the spicy sweetness of an ice-cold glass of lemonade, these bright and happy poems promise--and deliver--a shiver of recognition and refreshment. From the classic subjects of "My Lemonade Stand" and "Jacks" to the jazzy rhythms of "Jump Rope Talk" to the lyrical beauty of "Backyard Bubbles," this stunning collection from Rebecca Kai Dotlich is drenched in summer colors and pleasures. Color illustrations by award-winning artist Jan ..."
"For older siblings, the introduction of a baby into the family can be a mixed blessing. There is someone new for everyone to dote on, but all of a sudden, everything special about the baby can make older children feel competitive. In this warmly illustrated board book, a poem perfectly encapsulates the balancing act of giving attention to both older and younger siblings, encouraging families to carve out ample "you and me" time for ever ..."
"What were all those fairy-tale characters thinking? Jane Yolen and Rebecca Kai Dotlich answer this question in paired poems, with sometimes startling results. The Princess claims all those mattresses kept her awake—not a silly pea—while the poor pea complains that the princess snores. One Snow White begs the witch to settle by the bay and throw that mirror away. Another boldly tells the mirror she “won’t be guided by a glass that’s so o ..."
"While spending a special afternoon together, Grandpa answers his grandson's question by telling him that his favorite things to do are all the things they do together, including playing baseball, ice skating, and walking through the park."
"This illustrated poetry collection provides a number of lively, original jump roperhymes for young readers, from the author of Lemonade Sun and Other Summer ..."
"In bed for the night, a small child begins to wonder where animals sleep each night, in a collection of poems that explore where a menagerie of animals, birds, and insects spends the night"
One Day, The End. Short, Very Short, Shorter-Than-Ever Stories by RebeccaKaiDotlich, Fred Koehler Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 2015 by Boyds Mills Press ISBN-13: 978-1-62091-451-9, ISBN: 1-62091-451-4
"A Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor Book Very short, creative stories pair with bold illustrations in this picture book that will inspire young readers to stretch their imaginations and write stories of their own. "One day. . . I went to school. I came home. The end," says our storyteller—a girl with a busy imagination and a thirst for adventure. The art tells a fuller tale of calamity on the way to school and an unpredictably happy endi ..."