Barney Saltzberg Books

*Holiday Gifts that Give Back! Orders Feed & Care for Rescued Animals* Beautiful Oops! from Workman Publishing says "Hooray for mistakes!" This interactive book demonstrates how every mistake is an opportunity to make something beautiful. Unique in every respect, this book is full of pop-ups, lift-the-flaps, tears, holes, overlays, bends, smudges, and more, each demonstrating how blunders can become wonders. Celebrate all life's Beautiful Oops! and teach kids that it's perfectly fine, and sometimes fortuitous, to make a mistake. Hardcover, 28 pages.

Celebrating uniqueness, this board book playfully highlights the differences between various subjects. Through its gently subversive approach, it encourages young readers to embrace diversity and individuality, making it a delightful and educational choice for early learning.

If you love to draw, if you love to imagine, you will love Andrew. Follow him has he doodles his way through the flaps and folds of this unusual book"

Imagination plays a central role as two friends creatively connect through photography and drawing. One friend captures everyday moments, such as a seagull or spilled noodles, and shares these images with the other. The second friend transforms these photos into imaginative artworks, sometimes aligning their visions and at other times diverging. Their unique collaboration highlights the joy of sharing perspectives and the beauty of creativity in friendship.

From the bestselling author of Beautiful Oops! and I Want to Be Madfor a While, Barney Saltzberg, comes a playful and heartfelt newsibling book!This sweet, lyrical read-aloud shares all the love young siblingsfeel as they count down the days to their new baby's arrival!

Exploring the theme of shared human experiences, this humorous narrative highlights the quirky and relatable aspects of life that connect us all. Through witty anecdotes and engaging characters, it invites readers to reflect on the universal traits and situations that bridge differences, fostering a sense of community and understanding. The lighthearted tone makes for an enjoyable read while offering insightful commentary on our commonalities.

Featuring a delightful blend of humor and emotion, this illustrated poetry book appeals to young dog lovers. It captures the unique charm and quirks of dogs, offering heartwarming verses that resonate with canine enthusiasts. The playful theme of the "smell of wet dog" adds a relatable and whimsical touch, making it a perfect addition to any child's collection.

An interactive follow-up to the unique and inspiring Beautiful Oops! art activity book encourages young readers to turn every mistake into something beautiful.

A musical mash-up for the toddler set that will bring them to their feet ... until it's time to sleep Veteran children's book author and singer/ songwriter Barney Saltzberg combines his powers to create a classic sing-aloud book with enduring appeal! Though 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star' and 'The Alphabet Song' follow the same exact tune, never before has a children's book mashed up these two quintessential songs of childhood. The lyrics are seamlessly woven together and enriched with cameos by highflying birds, a twirling cow, a growling bear, a banjo, and a tree swaying in the wind. Benaglia's masterful illustrative whimsy brings a Seussian feel and a visual narrative that leads the reader right ... into ... bed.

"You ate the story?" says one mouse to the other in this funny, heartfelt read-aloud with pitch-perfect repartee and Barney Saltzberg's signature take on the joys of creativity. Two mice—one big and one small—have a terrible problem. Little Mouse is looking for a story—they’re in a book, after all!—and Big Mouse has to admit the truth. The story is gone. And (gasp!) he ate it. That is not okay with Little Mouse, who is all ready to hear a story and will settle for nothing less. Saltzberg's improvisational dialogue showcases both the patience required of true creativity and the dazzling on-the-spot storytelling that can happen when you get in the flow. In the end, these endearing mice work out their conflict— and make the reader realize that they’ve been delivering a story all along. Parents and children will want to take this satisfying comedic journey together again and again.