Children's Books

There is a chef who loves to cook, and gumbo is on the menu!

Sing, clap, and spell along in this Louisiana twist on the classic B-I-N-G-O song.

With pots bubbling and aromas swirling, this catchy read-aloud serves up a flavorful helping of Louisiana culture, filled with rhythm, rhyme, and joyful repetition: G-U-M-B-O!

Welcome to Michigan! Parent and child wolverines tour Michigan from lakeshore to city street in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children.

In Hello, Michigan!, join the pair as they visit a Sleeping Bear, cross the Might Mac bridge, take a carriage ride on Mackinac Island, dance through history in Detroit, and cheer on the university teams. With something for the entire family to enjoy, you won’t want to say goodbye!

Mississippi is buzzing. From insect bites to lightning bug lights, take a closer look with this friendly board book. 

Don’t sweat that muggy Mississippi weather. Catch a breather with a colorful board book packed with playful rhymes and helpful tips for breezing through the season. 

Tex the armadillo is learning his Texas colors.

Waltz across Texas with him and see how colorful his state can be, from the blue in the bluebonnets to the green of a prickly pear cactus.

Happy Halloween! Come join parent and child cats for Halloween fun in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! rhyming board book series for children.

In Hello, Halloween!, join the cats for a day filled with autumn treats, costume parties, trick or treating, and spooky, silly fun.

What I Know to Be True is a heartfelt tribute to southern Louisiana from the author and illustrator of Carnival Time in My Mind.

With colorful local imagery and simple rhymes, this board book captures the essence of New Orleans living and the deep bond between reader and child. Perfect for bedtime reading to newborns and toddlers, it shares a message of love that resonates with every turn of the page. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, this delightful book is a warm celebration of the connection we cherish with the little ones in our lives.

This colorfully illustrated rhyming board book teaches your littles about the great state of Texas.

From the size of the skies to the height of Aunt Birdee's hair, we all know it's bigger there!

This colorfully illustrated rhyming board book covers the Texas summers using playful comparisons.

From Texas spice to sweet tea on ice, this book is sure to keep your little ones as cool as a cucumber.

Welcome to Acadia National Park! Parent and child peregrine falcons tour Maine's gorgeous Acadia National Park in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Acadia! join the pair as they explore the mountains, coastline, tide pools, and surrounding communities of Acadia National Park.

Arrr, mateys! Come aboard for a rhyming pirate adventure! Join parent and child parrots as they sail the high seas, meet some historical pirates, share their treasure, and have a wonderful day.

Tour the nation's capital in this playful and colorful A - Z tour of Washington, DC. W is for Washington, D.C. offers a fresh perspective on the iconic monuments, landmarks, famous places and fun things to do in D.C with graphic illustrations and whimsical text. From Air Force One to the National Zoo, W is for Washington, D.C. captures the best of Washington, D.C.

The tour includes stops at Rock Creek Park, the Smithsonian Museum, The Washington Monument, cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin, The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and ice skating at the National Gallery. There is even a page devoted to Presidential Dogs!

W is for Washington, D.C. is a durable version of the beloved picture book W is for Washington, D.C. and is great for traveling and little hands. This Washington, D.C. children's book is a great gift for a native Washingtonian or visitor of any age!

With vivid, design-centric illustrations that and short whimsical rhymes, S is for Seattle shows off the iconic people, places, food and music of Seattle. This A-Z tour of the Emerald City takes readers through iconic landmarks in the Seattle, including the Space Needle, the Public Market, the Monorail and iconic Seattle ferries. Other stops include a visit to the octopus that lives in Puget Sound and the great, gross Gum Wall. "S is for Seattle also highlights the nature of the Northwest, especially Mount Rainier.

Seattle sports fans won't be disappointed either with an image of iconic Seattle sports legends' jerseys. Can you guess them all?

This Seattle children's book is a durable version of the beloved picture book S is for Seattle and is great for traveling and little hands. Whether on a coffee table or on the nightstand, this large-format book is sure to make any local or visitor smile.

With vivid, design-centric illustrations that and short whimsical rhymes, B Is for Boston Board Book shows off the iconic people, places, food and music of Boston. From the New England Aquarium to the Zakim Bridge, this alphabetical tour of the city includes stops at the Old North Church, Boston Harbor, the New England Aquarium and the Public Gardens. Boston sports fans won't be disappointed either with a stop at the Green Monster of Fenway Park and iconic Boston sports legends' jerseys. Can you guess them all?

This Boston children's book is a durable version of the beloved picture book B Is for Boston and is great for traveling and little hands. Whether on a coffee table or on the nightstand, this large-format book is sure to make any local or visitor smile.

With vivid, design-centric illustrations that and short whimsical rhymes, C is for Chicago shows off the iconic people, places, food and music of Chicago. This A-Z tour of the Windy City takes readers through iconic landmarks in the Second City, including Millennium Park and "The Bean", Grant Park and Buckingham Fountain, The El, The Chicago River and Navy Pier. "C is for Chicago" also highlights the food and music that make Chicago great: Chicago Hot Dogs, Deep Dish Pizza and the Chicago Blues.

Chicago ports fans won't be disappointed either with a stop at Wrigley Field and iconic Chicago sports legends' jerseys. Can you guess them all?

This Chicago children's book is a full-size picture book with gorgeous illustrations printed on premium gloss paper. Whether on a coffee table or on the nightstand, this large-format book is sure to make any local or visitor smile.

Bursting with delightful colors and bright illustrations, Local Baby: Ohio engages babies’ attention and encourages families to explore what makes their state so great.

Counting down to bedtime has never been so much fun!

With beautiful illustrations on each page, we'll count down from 10 to 1 while celebrating friends and loved ones on Valentine's Day! From sharing sweet treats and making crafts at school, to snuggling with loving pups at home, there's so much to see—won't you join me?

Bursting with delightful colors and bright illustrations, Local Baby Rehoboth Beach engages babies’ attention and encourages families to explore what makes their city so great.



Families can walk along Rehoboth Beach's historic boardwalk, ride the Sea Dragon and play skeeball at Funland, and pick their favorite scoop at the Ice Cream Store! They can swim in the ocean, pick up a new book at Browseabout, then listen to live music at the bandstand. Explore Rehoboth Beach with this joyfully grabbable and wonderfully local board book that is sure to bring generations together.

Bursting with delightful colors and bright illustrations, Local Baby: Outer Banks engages babies’ attention and encourages families to explore what makes this region so great.

Visit the shops in Duck, go fishing at the Oregon Inlet, hang glide in Nag's Head, and learn about the Wright Brother's in Kitty Hawk. Climb the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and eat some ice cream as you watch the sunset. Explore the Outer Banks with this joyfully grabbable and wonderfully local board book that is sure to bring generations together.

This abbreviated board book edition is the perfect introduction to this classic tale!

Gaston the green-nosed alligator has returned from the swamp and is taking adventurous readers on a tour of Mardi Gras.

This abbreviated board book edition is the perfect introduction to this classic tale!

Take the classic story of jolly old St. Nicholas, place it in a Louisiana bayou setting, dress Santa Claus in muskrat “from his head to his foot,” pile his skiff high with toys, and hitch it to eight friendly alligators. The result is this modern classic. Fifty years after its first appearance, Cajun Night Before Christmas® has sold more than one million copies and has served as the model for Pelican’s ongoing, best-selling Night Before Christmas Series.

The Cajun Night Before Christmas® has been a part of Louisiana’s holiday traditions since it was first published in 1973. A delight to both young and old with its rustic full-color illustrations and lively story, it has become a timeless addition to holiday celebrations far beyond south Louisiana, reaching all corners of the country with its charming presentation of Christmas on the bayou and the break-out star of Gaston® the Green-Nosed Alligator.

Conceived by J. B. Kling, Jr., Cajun Night Before Christmas® originally appeared as a Christmas message from Bergeron Plymouth Company of New Orleans. Under the pseudonymous byline “Trosclair,” the story won a Clio Award in 1967 from the Academy of Television and Radio Advertising.

Brought to life by the talented James Rice, the humorous illustrations of a colorful bayou Christmas have been nationally recognized as a classic in its genre.

M is for Michigan is an A-Z tour of The Great Lakes State. From the automobile industry that built Detroit to the sandy dunes of the shores of Western Michigan and Lake Michigan, M is for Michigan will charm children and adults alike. With bright, bold graphics and whimsical rhymes, highlights include Big Red Lighthouse, Michigan Cherries, University of Michigan and Michigan State football, Mackinac Bridge and the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Perfect for any Michigander, or those that spend their summers on the lakes and beaches of Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, Lake Huron or the scores of inland lakes in Michigan. M is for Michigan is a pure delight that celebrates Pure Michigan!

The sky is dark and grey, but Florida youngsters can while away a rainy day with this colorful board book touring sodden beaches, happy plants, and key lime pie!

From dazzling beaches to the roar of fan-filled stadiums, babies in the Sunshine State will surely recognize all the signs of a sunny day in Florida in this exciting board book!

Welcome to best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Auntie! readers explore the special relationship between a child and her aunt during an adventure-filled day. For ages 0 to 3.

Bursting with delightful colors and bright illustrations, Local Baby: Florida engages babies’ attention and encourages families to explore what makes their state so great.

Collect seashells in St. Pete Beach and go fishing in Destin. Dive into St. Augustine's history and launch into the Kennedy Space Center's future! Kiteboard, pick oranges, and see the gators and manatees along the coast. Explore Florida with this joyfully grabbable and wonderfully local board book that is sure to bring generations together.

If it’s May in Louisiana, the termites are swarming! This counting book will make toddlers and their families laugh—and squirm—as they recognize this annual buggy invasion.

In this board book, Huey the pelican is learning his Louisiana colors. Come fly with him and see how colorful our state can be, with blue in the heron, red in the peppers, yellow in the sunshine, and so much more!

Counting down to bedtime at Easter has never been so fun!

With beautiful illustrations on each page, in Dreaming of Easter we'll learn to count down from 10 to 1 while celebrating springtime, family, and all the treats and fun that come with Easter! From visiting the Easter bunny and hunting for beautiful eggs to enjoying spring flowers and petting sweet baby animals, there's so much to see—won't you join me?

In this board book for young readers, we'll learn to count down from 10 to 1 while discovering the breathtaking parks and sites in the Colorado Plateau. Hike the trails in the Grand Canyon, count amazing geological formations in Bryce Canyon National Park, and see the wildlife that calls this amazing part of our country home—all before bedtime! From Arches to Zion, there's so much to see—won't you join me?

Based on a song from author and illustrator Johnette Downing’s album Boogie Woogie Bugs, the singsong rhyming text introduces babies and youngsters to the wonderful world of bugs.

Illustrated with Johnette’s bold, bright foam and paper collages, the bugs seem to hop, skip, fly, and jump right off the board book pages and into the hearts of little listeners in this entertaining and educational counting adventure!

Welcome to Alabama! Parent and child black bears explore everything special about Alabama—from gulf cities like Mobile, to the history of Birmingham and Montgomery, to its food, celebrations, and natural beauty. Come along for a southern adventure in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. For ages 0-3.

Welcome to Georgia! Parent and child white-tailed deers tour Georgia from mountains to coast in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children.

In Hello, Georgia!, join the pair as they explore the Appalachian Trail, climb aboard an airboat for a float through the Okefenokee, stroll through Atlanta, and climb lookout mountain. With something for the entire family to enjoy, you won’t want to say goodbye!

Welcome to London! Parent and child corgis tour the great city of London in bestselling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock’s Hello! board book series for children.

In Hello, London! join the pair as they travel by double-decker bus, by boat, by Tube, and by foot (er, paw!)—spending one magical day in one of the world’s most magical cities! Along the way, they’ll wave hello to Big Ben, soar to the sky in the London Eye, take a ride on the Thames, and even visit Buckingham Palace! (My, how those Crown Jewels sparkle and shine!) They’ll see aquariums and zoos and Kensington, too, making sure to mind the gap on their way to afternoon tea! Visiting London has never been so much fun!

In this board book for our littlest readers, ages 0 to 3, we'll count down from 10 to bedtime while seeing sharks at the Georgia Aquarium, hiking at Stone Mountain, visiting Martin Luther King Jr.’s house, picking perfect peaches, and more! There's so much to see—won't you join me?

Welcome to North Carolina!

Parent and child cardinals take a tour of North Carolina in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, North Carolina!, join the pair as they explore the Blue Ridge Parkway, hike the Appalachian Trail, and explore the Biltmore Estate. With something for the entire family to enjoy, you won’t want to say goodbye!

Come meet the perfect pet! Best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock introduces young readers to many wonderful pets, and shows how to help care for them. Meet small fluffy friends that love to cuddle, and interesting scaly friends that love warmth and light. Learn about feeding and cleaning and being the best pet owner. And most of all, learn that all pets, no matter how small or how tall, need love and kindness from you!

In Hello, Farm!, parent and child pig and piglet spend a day on the farm in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Farm!, join the pair as they encounter the sights and sounds of the barnyard, visiting with chickens, sheep, goats, cows, ducks, geese, and the farmer himself! Along the way, take a hayride, follow a tractor through the fields, milk the cow, and say hi to the scarecrow! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to Arizona! Parent and child eastern collared lizards tour Arizona in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Arizona! join the pair as they explore the Grand Canyon, Tucson, Phoenix, and Slide Rock State Park. Along the way, saddle up at a dude ranch, paint at the museum, visit an old pueblo home, and peek at the stars at the Lowell Observatory! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to the Rockies! Parent and child Black Bears tour the Rockies in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Rockies! join the pair as they visit four of America's most beautiful National Parks--Rocky Mountain, Grand Teton, Yellowstone, and Glacier. Along the way they meet park rangers, explore mountain trails, visit old mining towns, sleep under the stars, and even go white water rafting! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to Grand Canyon! Parent and child abert's squirrels tour Grand Canyon in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Grand Canyon! join the pair as they hike, hunt for fossils, and become junior rangers at the national park. Along the way, ride a mule to the bottom of the canyon, raft in the Colorado River, and learn about Native American history. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to New Mexico! Parent and child road runners tour New Mexico in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, New Mexico! join the pair as they explore all around the state of New Mexico. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to the Mountain! Parent and child mountain lions explore together as they learn about mountains of all sizes, hike up a trails, admire a summit view, and ride a tram. Along the way they also discover a waterfall, look for animal tracks, ski in the snow, and camp under the stars! These tour guides will help children and their loved ones learn all about mountain wildlife and nature while remembering their own special visits to the mountains.Bestselling author Martha Day Zschock is an artist and former elementary teacher with a passion for helping children explore new places. The Hello! series illustrates how exploring real places yields new discoveries. Through these journeys, kids can explore and become experts on the world they see inside and outside the book, through the engaging, bright, and detailed illustrations. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to the night sky! Parent and child owls tour the night sky in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Night Sky! you can join the pair as they look at the stars through a telescope and take a pretend rocket ship ride into space where they walk on the moon and zoom past planets. After returning to earth, they continue to explore the night sky while chasing fireflies, enjoying fireworks, looking for signs of nocturnal animals during a moon-lit walk and visiting a planetarium! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to Nashville! Parent and child raccoons tour Nashville in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Nashville! join the pair as they visit the Grand Ole Opry, play instruments at the Country Music Hall of Fame, and ride Old Town Trolley. Along the way, take a paddle boat ride, eat Hot Chicken, and learn about Nashville's history at Hermitage! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to Zion! Parent and child bighorn sheep tour Zion in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Zion! join the pair as they explore Zion National Park. For ages 2-5.

Welcome to the wonderful borough of Brooklyn, New York where a parent and child pigeon act as your guides! In bestselling children's author-illustrator Martha Zschock's board book, young readers will discover neighborhoods from Greenpoint to Brighton Beach, from Bushwick to Borough Park, from Park Slope to Flatbush. Explore Prospect Park, Coney Island, and the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Eat hot dogs, cheesecake, pizza, and bagels. See famous bridges and travel on subways! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to Virginia! Parent and child Cardinals explore Virginia in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

It's the Fourth of July! Parent and child eagles celebrate America's birthday in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Fourth of July! join the pair as they spend the day surrounded by the red, white and blue. Along the way, take in a parade, view historical paintings and statues, hit the beach, and enjoy great food at a picnic and barbecue, topping off the day with a colorful fireworks display! For ages 0-3.

Welcome to Los Angeles! Parent and child golden retrievers tour Los Angeles, California in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Los Angeles! join the pair as they visit Universal Studios, make instruments at the children's museum, and see animals at the zoo! Along the way, ride a pony at Griffith Park, eat a taco on Olvera Street, and catch a concert at the Hollywood Bowl! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Martha Day Zschock, best-selling author and illustrator of the Hello! series of regionally-focused board books, has just completed a brand new board book, Read To Me! Created to encourage a love of reading in the very youngest children, Read To Me! is, with its rhymes and colorful illustrations, a wonderful book to read aloud, for the reader and the listener. The shared experience is sure to create an appreciation of books, and encourages children and their family and friends to read together. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Grandpa! readers will explore the special relationship between a grandfather and his grandchild. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

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In Hello, Baby Sister! a four-year-old rabbit embarks on the unfamiliar journey of becoming an older sibling in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. Join the rabbit in discovering how to hold, burp, and change a baby sibling. Along the way, the older sibling learns about sharing an old crib, clothes, toys, and even Mommy and Daddy! The best lesson of all, though, is love! For ages 2-5.

Welcome to the desert! Parent and child lizards visit the desert in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Desert! join the pair as they explore and discover all the fun things to do and see in the desert. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to the Lake! Parent and child frogs tour the lake in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Lake! join the pair as they work on learning to swim, jump off a dock, build a sandcastle, and learn to sail. Along the way they also meet some ducks, skip stones on the lake, catch a fish, and skate on the frozen lake! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to Wyoming! Parent and child Bison explore Wyoming in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to New Hampshire! Parent and child snowshoe hares tour New Hampshire in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, New Hampshire! join the pair as they boat on the lakes, ride the Cog Railway Train, and explore the rocks of Polar Caves! Along the way, visit historic Portsmouth, meet animals at the farm, and hike or ski in the mountains! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to Wisconsin! Parent and child Badgers explore Wisconsin in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Learn colors and numbers with a Lone Star twist!

From one black horse to ten purple pinwheels, this lively board book takes children on a colorful journey through Texas! Everything from four espátulas (“spoonbills”) to five botas (“boots”) to six garza (“egrets”) come to life in vivid photographs of Lone Star backyards and open fields. This bilingual picture book will spark the imagination and creativity in every child—Texan or not! Children will enjoy the educational nature of this book, counting from place to place and picking up a few Spanish words along the way! An enjoyable and relatable counting adventure, the beautiful photographs make learning colors and numbers in two languages as easy as uno, dos, très!

Bursting with delightful colors and bright illustrations, Local Baby: Maine engages babies’ attention and encourages families to explore what makes their state so great.

See the West Quoddy Head Light, hike Cadillac Mountain, canoe at Sebago Lake, and swim at Higgins Beach. Explore your state with this joyfully grabbable and wonderfully local board book that is sure to bring generations together.

Bursting with delightful colors and bright illustrations, Local Baby: Savannah engages babies’ attention and encourages families to explore what makes their city so great.

See Forsyth Park and Tybee Island, stroll past historic buildings and spooky squares, cheer on the Savannah Bananas, and celebrate St. Patrick's Day! Explore Savannah with this joyfully grabbable and wonderfully local board book that is sure to bring generations together.

Bursting with delightful colors and bright illustrations, Local Baby: Wyoming engages babies’ attention and encourages families to explore what makes their state so great.

See Yellowstone National Park, view Devil’s Tower, backpack along the Wind River Range, and spot elk at the Snake River Overlook. Explore your state with this joyfully grabbable and wonderfully local board book that is sure to bring generations together.

Welcome to the National Park! Parent and child eagles visit America's national parks and public lands in children's author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's latest board book Hello, National Parks! Packed with details for the youngest travelers, the book takes little readers from the Statue of Liberty in the east to the Golden Gate in the west, from the Grand Canyon to Cape Cod National Seashore to the Everglades and to Hawaii Volcanoes. Along the way, budding Junior Rangers will begin to develop an appreciation for our country's history, animals, and beauty! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Creole cooking with Grandma!

Bell peppers, shrimp, oysters, onions, and okra—Grandma stirs up these and other traditional fresh ingredients to create this special Southern dish. Add generous portions of rice and hot sauce with a handful of filé seasoning, and you’ve got a classic Creole gumbo! Now available as a board book, this delightful rhyming story features colorful collage-style illustrations surrounded by the charming and infectious poetic rhythm. Early readers and pre-readers alike will be enchanted as Grandma adds more and more items to her big black pot. Every ingredient plays an important part in the formation of this delicious dish, making it the tastiest treat in Louisiana. Bon appétit!

Welcome to Washington, D.C.! Follow parent and child eagles as they explore our Nation's Capital. Join them as they visit the White House, a look at the majestic Capitol Building, and a walk up the Washington Monument. Along the way, they enjoy the Mall, take a ride on the Metro, and stop by to browse in the world's biggest library! Whether seeing the monuments or museums, these feathered tour guides will remind children and their loved ones of their own great visit to Washington, D.C.Bestselling author Martha Day Zschock is an artist and former elementary teacher with a passion for helping children explore new places. The Hello! series illustrates how exploring real places yields new discoveries. Through these journeys, kids can explore and become experts on the world they see inside and outside the book, through the engaging, bright, and detailed illustrations. For ages 0-3 Made in the USA.

Welcome to San Francisco! Parent and child Pelicans explore The City by the Bay in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, San Francisco! join the pair on their fun-filled visit to this famously foggy city as they ride cable cars up steep hills, shop on Fisherman's Wharf, and cross the Golden Gate Bridge. Along the way they eat fortune cookies in Chinatown, look up at the redwood trees in Muir Woods, and make some new friends at the San Francisco Zoo! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

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Based on a popular song adapted by the multi-award-winning New Orleans singer-songwriter Johnette Downing, Today Is Monday in Louisiana rhythmically takes readers through a culinary calendar, describing a Louisiana meal a day. Now adapted to board book format for tiny hands, each page presents collaged images of yummy foods. On Monday there are red beans to eat and on Tuesday, po’ boys. On Wednesday gumbo is served, and on it goes, each day bringing another unique and tasty Louisiana dish to share.

Welcome to Florida! Follow parent and child alligators as they explore the wonders of the Sunshine State together. From the panhandle to the Florida keys and from the gulf coast to the Atlantic Ocean, the pair enjoys the sun, the sand, and the surf. They visit amusement parks, water ski, and cheer on nine sports teams! Whether gliding through the Everglades or enjoying fresh oranges, our scaly tour guides will remind children and their parents of their own great visit to Florida.Bestselling author Martha Day Zschock is an artist and former elementary teacher with a passion for helping children explore new places. The Hello! series illustrates how exploring real places yields new discoveries. Through these journeys, kids can explore and become experts on the world they see inside and outside the book, through the engaging, bright, and detailed illustrations. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to America! Join a parent and child eagle as they celebrate the beauty and history of the United States together in this patriotic board book. They begin their trip at the top of the Statue of Liberty, travel to the Cradle of Liberty and our nation's capital, and take a wagon across the plains. They visit national parks, mountains, and deserts. Along the way they learn about Native Americans, pilgrims, and our country's birthday too! Our feathered tour guides will help children and their loved ones learn together about America.Bestselling author Martha Day Zschock is an artist and former elementary teacher with a passion for helping children explore new places. The Hello! series illustrates how exploring real places yields new discoveries. Through these journeys, kids can explore and become experts on the world they see inside and outside the book, through the engaging, bright, and detailed illustrations. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Bursting with delightful colors and bright illustrations, Local Baby: Nashville engages babies’ attention and encourages families to explore what makes their city so great.

See Centennial Park’s dogwood trees, Dragon Park’s native wildlife, stroll along Radnor Lake, and view Opryland’s twinkling holiday lights come Winter. Explore your city with this joyfully grabbable and wonderfully local board book that is sure to bring generations together.

Welcome to New York City! Parent and Child pigeons tour the Big Apple in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, New York City! join the pair as they ride the subway, hail a cab to the five boroughs, visit the Met, and tour Central Park. Along the way they stop for a hotdog, watch a Broadway Show, learn about the United Nations, skate at Rockefeller Center, and end their day watching fireworks from the Staten Island Ferry as they wave to Lady Liberty! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to Chicago! In this board book from bestselling children's author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock, a parent and child bear explore Chicago, Illinois. Join them on their visit to The Windy City where they take the elevated train around The Loop, ride the Ferris wheel on Navy Pier, cheer for The Cubs at Wrigley Field, eat deep dish pizza, and meet some new friends at the Lincoln Park Zoo! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Let's read together! Parent and child birds learn all about books, and the fun world of reading in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Welcome to Rhode Island! Follow parent and child Rhode Island Red Chickens as they tour the Ocean State together. Join the pair as they visit the Roger Williams Park Zoo, the Green Animals Topiary Garden, and the Beavertail Lighthouse. Along the way they ride the Flying Horse Carousel in Watch Hill, play on Narragansett Beach, celebrate July 4th in Bristol, and see the amazing WaterFire in Providence! Our feathered tour guides will remind children and their loved ones of their own great visit to Rhode Island.Bestselling author Martha Day Zschock is an artist and former elementary teacher with a passion for helping children explore new places. The Hello! series illustrates how exploring real places yields new discoveries. Through these journeys, kids can explore and become experts on the world they see inside and outside the book, through the engaging, bright, and detailed illustrations. For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.

Bursting with delightful colors and bright illustrations, Local Baby: Queens engages babies’ attention and encourages families to explore what makes their city so great.

Swim at Rockaway Beach, spot Forest Park’s native wildlife, stroll along Long Island city waterfront, and catch a Mets baseball game. Explore your city with this joyfully grabbable and wonderfully local board book that is sure to bring generations together.

Welcome to Texas! Parent and child Armadillos tour the Lone Star State in best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock's Hello! board book series for children. In Hello, Texas! join the pair as they explore Big Bend National Park, spend the day at the State Fair of Texas, discover the Alamo and splash at the beach. Along the way they stop for some yummy barbecue, pretend to be astronauts at Space Center Houston, wave to prairie dogs, watch bats fly in Austin, and end their day floating on a river boat in San Antonio! For ages 0-3. Made in the USA.