Picture Books

Bruno is a stork that can no longer fly because he broke his wing. He decides to learn to read and write. After this accomplishment, he writes stories about the other animals in the forest. This makes his friends feel special.

With very little text, this picture book conveys the important message that we all need companionship. In it, a wall builder wants peace and quiet, but he is continually disturbed by different animals. He applies his craft, essentially boxing himself...

This picture book helps explain the water cycle to young children. Follow a drop of water from its formation to the time it becomes rain that falls into the rivers and lakes.

Onsen is the name given to the thermal baths in Japan. This story was inspired by the monkeys that live in the Jigokudani Valley. It shows them enjoying both the warm water and the mountains. The simple text captures their peaceful existence.

This illustrated collection of poems captures the comfort of home. There are verses about everyday household items, life during different seasons, celebrations, haikus about vacations, and much more.

The adventure-filled day of two mice offers a fun way to teach young children the numbers one, two, and three in a way they will understand.

One day, a man in a red suit comes to inform the crocodiles that he has purchased the river in which they live and, because he paid cash on the barrel, they have to vacate. Readers will love seeing how the oldest of the crocodiles gets the message...