CRAZY HAIR DAY

Grades: K–4
Author: Barney Saltzberg / Illustrator: Barney Saltzberg

Stanley arrives at school, all set to celebrate Crazy Hair Day, only to find out he has mixed up the date with School Picture Day. In this uplifting story of friendship and kindness, what starts out as a worst-ever experience takes a surprising turn as Stanley's best friend and his classmates concoct a creative show of solidarity. Narrated by Zach Braff, with music by Barney Saltzberg and Eric Eckstein. Directed by Virginia Wilkos.

DON’T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS!

Grades: PreK–2
Author: Mo Willems / Illustrator: Mo Willems

Book Awards: Caldecott Honor Book; ALA Notable Book; School Library Journal Best Book of the Year; Booklist Best Book of the Year; Child Magazine Best Book of the Year

When a bus driver takes a break from his route, a very unlikely volunteer springs up to take his place -- a pigeon! But you've never met one like this before. Narrated by Mo Willems and Jon Scieszka with animation by Pete List. Read the Inside the Audiobook Studio Blog interview with Paul Gagne, producer of Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!

DUCK ON A BIKE

Grades: PreK–3
Author: David Shannon / Illustrator: David Shannon

A duck on a bike? From Sheep to Horse to Chicken to Goat…everyone in the barnyard has something to say about Duck's zany idea. But what are they really thinking? And what will happen next? Narrated by Walter Mayes with Music by Rusty Young and Jack Sundrud. Animated by Soup2Nuts.

EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES, THE

Grades: K–5
Author: Hans Christian Andersen

This is the classic story of the vain emperor who is so swayed by the importance of clothes that he does not realize he is being fooled. Directed by Michael Sporn.

EZRA JACK KEATS: HIS LIFE AND ART

Grades: PreK–12
Author: Ezra Jack Keats

Includes:

Ezra Jack Keats - A visit with this beloved children's book author/illustrator.

Ezra Jack Keats: The Art of People and Place - Children's book scholars discuss the timeless significance of his work.

FIRST THE EGG

Grades: PreK–2
Author: Laura Vaccaro Seeger / Illustrator: Laura Vaccaro Seeger

Book Awards: Caldecott Honor Book; Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book

Which came first? The chicken or the egg? A book about transformations -- from egg to chicken, seed to flower and caterpillar to butterfly. An entirely fresh and memorable presentation on the concepts of growth and creativity. Narrated by Elle Fanning, with music by Jack Sundrud and Rusty Young.

FLETCHER AND THE FALLING LEAVES

Grades: PreK–2
Author: Julia Rawlinson / Illustrator: Tiphanie Beeke

It is autumn and Fletcher is worried because his favorite tree is losing its leaves. He wants to help but when the last leaf falls, he feels he has let down a friend…until winter arrives and his tree is transformed. Narrated by Katherine Kellgren with music by John Jennings. Directed by Cha-Pow!

GETTING TO KNOW MO WILLEMS

Grades: 3–12

This beloved, award-winning author, who has made us chuckle while capturing the essence of childhood and family life, discusses his art and inspiration.

GIRL WHO CRIED FLOWERS, THE

Grades: 1–7
Author: Jane Yolen

This story is about a mysterious girl who cries beautiful flowers instead of tears. She thinks only of sad things so she can provide blossoms to the villagers. Trouble starts when she falls in love and thinks only happy thoughts.

GYM TEACHER FROM THE BLACK LAGOON, THE

Grades: PreK–3
Author: Mike Thaler / Illustrator: Jared Lee

There is a new gym teacher coming to school. The kids say he is a real monster! Imagine their surprise when they discover he is a regular guy…and they actually like gym. Narrated by Joey Stack. Directed by Galen Fott, with music by Scotty Huff and Robert Reynolds.