Randolph Caldecott: The Man Who Could Not Stop Drawing

Randolph Caldecott is best known as the namesake of the award that honors picture book illustrations, and in this inventive biography, leading children's literature scholar Leonard Marcus examines the man behind the medal and shows why he was indeed the father of the modern picture book.

Author: Weston Woods

Eric Carle Picture Writer: The Art of the Picture Book

Eric Carle fans, readers and artists of all ages will thrill to watch this film about the artist's life and creative process. This intimate portrait lets every viewer into Eric Carle's world as if you were there beside him in his studio. Listen and watch as he creates his pictures, remembers his childhood, reflects on the creative life he has led for decades as the creator of more than 70 books for children. The Art of the Picture Book captures the magic of Eric Carle; a man who sees each child as an individual and who is deeply connected to the child he once was.

Liberty's Kids: Ep. 13 - The First Fourth of July

Experience the growing unity of the American colonies as their leaders sign the Declaration of Independence, calling for a separate nation.

This is the Rope

Based on the book by Jacqueline Woodson, illustrated by James Ransome (Penguin) - The story of one family's journey north during the Great Migration starts with a little girl in South Carolina who finds a rope under a tree one summer. She has no idea the rope will become part of her family's history. But for three generations, that rope is passed down, used for everything from jump rope games to tying suitcases onto a car for the big move north to New York City, and even for a family reunion where that first little girl is now a grandmother.

Lucky Ducklings

Based on the book by Eva Moore, illustrated by Nancy Carpenter (Orchard) - A true story about a mama duck and her five ducklings that had to be rescued from the town storm drain during an early morning walk. How three firemen and a pickup truck rush to their rescue makes for a vivid and exciting drama that children will return to over and over again. This delightful new classic has an inspiring environmental message.

Friendshape

The bestselling creators of EXCLAMATION MARK! Introduce a triangle, circle, square, and rectangle who celebrate the gift of friendship. This joyous book rejoices in the simple beauties of friendship, and reminds readers of all ages that itÍs good to have a group of pals. Animation by Virgina Wilkos. Narrated by author Amy Krouse Rosenthal and friends.

Duckling Gets a Cookie

Based on the book by Mo Willems (Hyperion) - The latest picture book in the New York Times best-selling Pigeon series by Mo Willems, Duckling asks for a cookie--- and gets one! Do you think Pigeon is happy about that?

Same, Same but Different

Elliot lives in America and Kailash lives in India. They are pen pals. By exchanging letters and pictures, they learn they both love to climb trees, have pets, and go to school. Their worlds might look different, but they are actually similar. Same, same - but different!

Author: Weston Woods

Duck on a Tractor

Shannon’s wildly popular, award-winning “Duck on a Bike” left children begging him to tell them another story about Duck. In this new story find out what happens when Duck drives the big red tractor through town and past the popular diner where all the locals are having lunch. Narrated by Walter Mayes. Spanish version narrated by Jorge Réyes. Music by Jack Sundrud and Rusty Young. Animation by duple.

Material Type: Activity/Lab

Chicka, Chicka 1,2,3.

1 told 2 and 2 told 3,"I'll race you to the topof the apple tree." One hundred and one numbers climb the apple tree in this bright, rollicking, joyous book for young children. As the numerals pile up and bumblebees threaten, what's the number that saves the day?