Paul Schmid

Nervous about the first day of school, Oliver brings an alligator to school for protection.

Percy the porcupine loves balloons but he must find a way to keep them from popping.

"Of what do little bears dream? Bright snowflakes perhaps... Or dark starry nights. Hot chocolate... Cold pizza. Straight horizons... And curly mustaches. This gentle and imaginative tale takes readers on a journey of wintry opposites, including the expected and the unexpected. The sky's the limit when a little polar bear dreams, safely curled up with her mama. Perfect for bedtime or anytime, this snuggly read-aloud will both amuse and calm its young...

Adventure! Drama! Terror! All in a carrot? Or at least in a little bunny's imagination. This sweet and silly story sparks the playful side in all of us. Follow along with Bunny and his imagination as he jumps from the forest to undersea exploration to deep in the jungle, all while finishing his snack. Bunny is excited to have a carrot, but not for the reason you would think. He can't stop playing with his food! Read along as Bunny transforms...

Poems, brief stories, word games, and palindromes let children have fun with words and also learn various facts and concepts.