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Stuffed-Animal Sidekicks


Cover art for COOKIEBOT!
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2011
by Katie Van Camp, illustrated by Lincoln Agnew

"Inventive, animated and irresistible. (Picture book. 3-6)"
Harry and Horsie return to battle a giant, cookie-eating robot in this winning tale that will satisfy sweet tooth and thrill-seeker alike. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE WOODS
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2011
by Paul Hoppe, illustrated by Paul Hoppe

"Hoppe's delightfully quirky monsters enhance this pleasant tonic for bedtime fears. (Picture book. 3-6)"
The night light is on and the bedtime story firmly in the young narrator's grasp, but stuffed bunny is nowhere to be found! Read full book review >
Cover art for A WALK IN THE WILD WOODS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Dec. 1, 2010
by Lis Jones, illustrated by Jim Coplestone

"Jones's book begins as a traditional "message" story but delights with a fantasy twist and a subtler bit of wisdom. (Picture book. 4-6)"
A toy rabbit has an unexpected forest adventure. Read full book review >
Cover art for HARRY AND HORSIE
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2009
by Katie Van Camp, illustrated by Lincoln Agnew

"Young boys and space adventurers will adore this captivating, exuberant and contagious tale. (Picture book. 3-6)"
It's past bedtime, but Harry and Horsie are still awake, drawn to the Super Duper Bubble Blooper aglow in the moonlight. Read full book review >
Cover art for LOOPY
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 1, 2008
by Aurore Jesset, illustrated by Barbara Korthues

"With wit reminiscent of the Charlie and Lola books, this is sure to be a favorite with fans of Knuffle Bunny as well as all who have a favorite stuffed animal of their own. (Picture book. 3-6)"
Loopy, a beloved blue, stuffed bunny, has been left behind at the doctor's office, and it's too late to pick him up. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE PERFECT BEAR
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 25, 2008
by Gillian Shields, illustrated by Gary Blythe

"At the center of this whimsical tale is a gently reassuring message regarding the nature of love and acceptance that young readers will embrace. (Picture book. 4-8)"
Shields's affecting tale chronicles an arrogant toy's transition from revered object to beloved companion. Read full book review >