Britta Teckentrup

"A meditative, immersive take on the weather around us. Sophisticated nonfiction picture book with informational content. Illustrated with striking atmospheric paintings. Includes calls to action for the reader, inviting them to observe and inquire about the outdoors. Through four chapters-sun, rain, ice and snow, and extreme weather-- this book explores different weather phenomena, from rainbows and sunsets to clouds, frost, and rainstorms. Evocative...

Even though Little Wolf's mom, dad, sister, and brothers all have their own special song, he can only manage a poor, pitiful squeak.

"Takes readers on a magical, moonlit adventure following a tiny star and invites all to dance with a host of animals. But is it all a dream?"--

"Peek through the holes in this bright and lively book, and discover the bustling life of a bee. Children will love discovering the big ways this little insect contributes to the beauty of the environment, from pollinating colorful flowers to buzzing about the bright and beautiful meadow."--Page 4 of cover.

One of the masters of children's picture books returns with a simple and lovely story about taking one's time. Teckentrup's spacious, textured collages, brushed with soft color and populated by a pair of charming hedgehogs, convey the beauty of a natural setting, and the comforting bond between caregiver and child. It is evening and the big and little hedgehog are slowly making their way home. There is so much to see, and the little one wants to take...

Illustrates the concept of counting with animals of all different shapes, colors, and sizes, including elephants, giraffes, and swans.

Ellie the elephant's relaxing bath is disrupted by splashing friends, prompting her to suck up all of the water into her trunk until everyone else leaves.

"It's cold in the woods and it's time for Little Bear to start his winter sleep. But not before he says good night to all of his special forest friends -- badger, deer, rabbit, mouse, fox, owl, squirrel, and wolf. Now Little Bear can happily fall asleep in his warm and cozy den all snuggled up to his mother ... knowing that his friends will watch out for him during his long winter's sleep"--Book jacket.

"Since the beginning of time the egg has been an object of fascination to humankind. It has been worshipped in religion and mythology as the source of all life around the world."