Jonathan Stutzman Books

A gorgeous, classic gift book about the enduring love between a little girl and her childhood friend, Bear, from popular author Jonathan Stutzman and Caldecott Medal-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Dan Santat. Bear is .

"When an ordinary spot on a grassy hill calls out to him, Vincent puts down the house he carries on his back and knows he's where he needs to be. As hungry and tired travellers pass by, Vincent welcomes them into his home, making room for everyone. And even when it seems that the house is as full as it possibly can be, there is no woodland animal too big or too scary - not a ravenous cat, nor a fox, nor a whole herd of deer - that Vincent would turn it away from his warm, magical home on the hill"--Publisher's description

Tiny and Pointy are embarking on a whole new adventure - camping in the back yard! There's only one problem - it's dark outside, with no nighty-lights, and that is when the Grumbles and Nom-bies come out! But Tiny and Pointy are best friends, and working together they figure out a way to creatively conquer their fear. Even funnier and sweeter than the first book, this is a darling story about how two friends learn to let the light in.

Meet Tiny T. Rex! He may be a small dino in a BIG world, but that won't stop him from making friends, trying new things, and stomping his way into your heart in this winning series.

Lovable bestselling Tiny T. Rex is back from the critically acclaimed Tiny T. Rex and The Impossible Hug, this time in a Valentine's Day board book adventure! Valentine's Day is coming, which means showing the ones you love how much they mean to you, so Tiny has decided to make the perfect Valentine for his best friend Pointy. But as Tiny discovers, making a Valentine isn't easy. It might take a few tries--until Tiny realizes the best Valentine might have been there all along. * Teaches a valuable lesson in overcoming obstacles * Sure to delight young dinosaur fans who love adventure * Features adorable art of Tiny and his friend Pointy Tiny may be a small dino in a big world, but that won't stop him from making friends, conquering his fears, and stomping his way into your heart. Author Jonathan Stutzman and illustrator Jay Fleck team up to create an adorable and heartwarming story that shows young readers that love and kindness are the best gift of all. * A sweet Valentine's Day gift for the little dinosaur in your life * Go-to choice for parents looking for an adorable, funny story with a holiday twist * Perfect for dinosaur-loving babies and toddlers * Add it to the shelf with books like Llama Llama I Love You by Anna Dewdney, Love from The Very Hungry Caterpillar (The World of Eric Carle) by Eric Carle, and Pete the Cat: Valentine's Day Is Cool by Kimberly and James Dean.

Coos are adorable, peaceful, maybe a little bit silly. But they have a dangerous secret. They are hungry, so very hungry. And if you feed even one... they will all come! We warned you.

In the hilarious follow-up to Llama Destroys the World, author/illustrator team Jonathan Stutzman and Heather Fox give Llama another shot at saving the world...from himself, in Llama Unleashes the Alpacalypse. Llama’s back and ready to destroy the world AGAIN... this time with his best camelid, Alpaca! Llama loves cooking. And baking. And, above all, eating. For breakfast, Llama makes one epic spread...as well as a big mess. But Llama hates cleaning. So by lunch, Llama has cooked up something really devious—an idea!—and by second lunch, Llama has cloned his most fastidious friend, Alpaca, to clean his house. And Llama doesn’t stop at just one clone. By dinner, the alpaca clones threaten to tidy the world into utter destruction—THE ALPACALYPSE* IS HERE! Will Llama be able to fix it all before dessert? *That’s “apocalypse” with an alpaca—get it?

Meet Llama, the next great picture-book megastar, who has most definitely driven a bus and who loves tacos way more than you.He also loves cake, and that’s where our story begins.On Monday, Llama discovers a pile of cake, which he promptly eats.On Tuesday, Llama squeezes into his dancing pants, which he promptly rips.The force of the rip creates a black hole (naturally).By Friday, Llama will (indirectly) destroy the world.

Come get to know three neighboring families, each with a young child learning about themselves in this wondrous world. This poetic picture book is a parent's ode to everything their child is--and will be--capable of doing as they grow. Tonight, each small hand fits inside their parent's hand. But soon, this hand will grow—to dig deep in the dirt, make masterpieces and mistakes, and tell stories only it can tell. With text that captures the potential in every child and glowing art that exudes warmth, this book braids three children's stories into one of family love. From award-winning author Jonathan Stutzman and rising illustrator Elizabeth Lilly comes this tender book, perfect for cuddling together at bedtime.

The dynamo team behind Llama Destroys the World invites you to meet the stars of their first graphic novel--Fitz and Cleo! If you're a fan of Narwhal and Jelly or Owly, get ready to fall head over heels for this brother-and-sister duo.Fitz and Cleo are siblings by chance, but best friends by choice. Oh, and they also happen to be ghosts!Join Cleo, a happy-go-lucky kind of gal, and Fitz, her science-minded brother, as they laugh their way through eleven gut-busting stories, including exploring the beach with a new friend, enjoying some ice cream, playing baseball, and gazing at the stars.Jonathan Stutzman and Heather Fox, the creative team responsible for your favorite doomsday-prone Llama, team up again for a silly and heartwarming graphic novel that is perfect for newly independent readers and comics enthusiasts. The book highlights just how wonderful the world can be when you mix a little fun with some great friends.

Tiny T. Rex and his friend Pointy are planning a campout in the backyard, but they are both worried that the dark will be altogether too dark, so they plan on bringing a night light with them--but when the night light does not work they bravely open their eyes and discover the stars above

A triumphant celebration of the tushee. Big ones, little ones, round ones and flat ones, furry ones and prickly ones--butts are everywhere, and each one is special! These powerful muscles make it possible for people and animals to jump, sit, and everything in between. The gluteus really is the maximus!This funny, sweet, and commercial picture book celebrates one of our most useful (and hilarious) body parts, and is sure to become a favorite read-aloud for children and parents alike.

Lovable, bestselling Tiny T. Rex is back in another original holiday board book adventure. Everyone knows the best part of Halloween is the treats. It's a mathematically proven fact. Tiny and Pointy are Treat-masters, and in this book they share their tricks to with young children so that they too can have the best Halloween ever! Jonathan Stutzman and Jay Fleck team up to create another adorable and heartwarming story that shows readers that the sweetest Halloween treat of all has nothing to do with eating candy. Like Llama Llama and Skippyjon Jones, Tiny T. Rex is a picture book character who becomes a friend that kids will want to grow up with.

In the newest picture book in the bestselling Tiny T. Rex series, lovable friends Tiny and Pointy challenge themselves when they enter the school talent show.

A gorgeous bedtime book that is also a tribute to the beauty of the natural world, from popular picture book creators Jonathan Stutzman and Joseph Kuefler. Perfect for fans of The Night Gardener. The night is for darkness . . . and for surprising moonlit discoveries. This lyrical story celebrates the wondrous beauty of the natural world and the intimate family moments we share each night. The Night Is for Darkness is a story full of warmth and love--an ideal sendoff into the land of dreams.

Ein unvergesslich süßer Held beweist, wie man seine Ängste überwindet: Auch ein T-Rex hat manchmal Angst – besonders wenn es draußen dunkel ist und man der klitzekleinste T-Rex der Welt ist. Gemeinsam mit seinem Freund Pointy bereitet er sich mit viel Kreativität und einer großen Portion Mut auf sein größtes Abenteuer vor: Die erste Nacht draußen in der Dunkelheit. Timmi T-Rex ist eine liebevolle Geschichte über den Mut, sich seinen Ängsten zu stellen und die Versicherung, dass selbst in der dunkelsten Nacht ein Lichtlein am Himmel zu sehen ist.

Vincents Haus scheint klein, und doch gibt es darin genug Platz für alle. Die Maus öffnet jedem Tier, das Hilfe braucht, die Tür. Doch als ein Bär anklopft und Unterschlupf sucht, erschrecken sich Vincents Gäste. So ein gefährliches Tier wollen sie nicht in ihrer Mitte haben ! Vincent erkennt die Not des Bären und heißt auch ihn willkommen. Raffiniert lenken Stanzungen den Blick in Vincents famoses Haus hinein oder aus ihm hinaus. Die renommierte Künstlerin Isabelle Arsenault und der mehrfach ausgezeichnete Autor Jonathan Stutzman erzählen eine berührende Geschichte über die Kraft der Großzügigkeit und der Gastfreundschaft.