Marcus Pfister Books

A story about environmental choices where the reader gets to make the choice. “Milo is irresistible.” –School Library Journal On a small island in the middle of the sea, a mouse named Milo makes an extraordinary discovery: a magical stone that gives both light and warmth. How will this discovery change the lives of Milo and the other mice? Will it bring delight or environmental disaster? The reader must decide. Halfway through the story, the book splits into two sections, each offering a different ending. This unique format actively involves children in the decision- making process, showing them not only the effect today’s environmental choices can have on the future of our planet, but also the consequences inherent in all decisions. NorthSouth is proud to bring back this classic allegory for our time. This cautionary tale of the consequences of greed, envy, and environmental pillaging brings Pfister’s message—about making wise ecological choices—home to children of all ages.

In order to find healing algae for the ailing bumpy-backed fish, Rainbow Fish volunteers to brave the dreaded Sea Monsters' Cave.

Marcus Pfister's The Rainbow Fish and Rainbow Fish to the Rescue! have sold over 5 million copies worldwide. Now these modern picture book classics are available in a glittering boxed set -- the perfect gift for Rainbow Fish's legion of fans and a wonderful introduction for those who are new to this beloved character.

Summary: The most beautiful fish in the entire ocean discovers the real value of personal beauty and friendship.

For the youngest readers, the board book edition of the second book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series. Rainbow Fish is torn between his newfound friends and a lonely striped fish who is not allowed to join the group because he lacks a shiny scale. When a dangerous and hungry shark suddenly appears, Rainbow Fish must decide: Should he risk losing his new friends - maybe even his life - for the little stranger?

The animals are having a party and all dream of looking different for the big event. Clever die-cuts offer glimpses of each animal's new vision in this fantasy mix-and-match book. Illustrations.

Perfect for bedtime with the youngest readers, the seventh book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series. When Little Rainbow Fish can’t fall asleep, there’s only one thing that can help—his Mommy! Little Rainbow Fish’s mom promises to watch over him, no matter if he is in the ink cloud of an octopus, lost in the deep blue sea, or simply having a bad dream. A sweet adaptation of the hardcover storybook. "Just the thing to help calm nerves when the day is almost done."—Booklist

Mikko the hedgehog is perfectly content living in his garden until Grandfather Tarek suggests that he should accomplish something important in order to be happy like the other animals.

While looking for spring, Hopper the little hare, meets some new animal friends.

The ninth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series, now available in paperback. When Rainbow Fish meets a new friend, Humbert, he isn’t sure what to think. Humbert tells all kinds of strange stories: Somewhere at the bottom of the ocean there’s a plug! There’s a blue whale living near here . . . and he’s going to eat up all of our food.But before Rainbow Fish and his friends panic, they realize that Humbert just likes to make up tall tales. Rainbow Fish and his friends soon come up with a clever idea that brings harmony to the group. "The familiar characters taking on an unusual topic make this a book to consider anywhere this series is popular." –School Library Journal