Lois Ehlert Books

The story introduces young readers to the joys of vegetable gardening through engaging cut-paper illustrations and simple text. It covers the entire gardening process, from planting seeds like green beans and carrots to weeding and harvesting. The narrative culminates in the creation of a delicious vegetable soup, emphasizing the satisfaction of growing and cooking food. The book also includes a recipe, making it an interactive experience for children.

There is always enough room on your child’s bookshelf for this Classic Board Book edition of the rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children’s favorite for over thirty years! A told B, and B told C, “I’ll meet you at the top of the coconut tree” In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom! Countless children—and their parents—can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault’s rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert’s bold, cheerful art. This winning combination has made the Chicka Chicka series an enduring classic.

Featuring a colorful array of fruits and vegetables from various cultures, this word book is designed for preschoolers beginning their language journey. Authored and illustrated by Caldecott Honor winner Lois Ehlert, it incorporates both upper- and lowercase letters, making it an engaging tool for early literacy. The sturdy design ensures durability, perfect for young readers exploring the world of words.

This educational and enjoyable book helps children understand how to plant bulbs, seeds, and seedlings, and nurture their growth. Lois Ehlert's bold collage illustrations include six pages of staggered width, presenting all the flowers of each color of the rainbow.

Featuring a colorful array of fruits and vegetables from around the globe, this word book by Caldecott Honor-winning author-illustrator Lois Ehlert is designed for preschoolers. It introduces both upper- and lowercase letters, making it an engaging resource for young children who are beginning to explore language. The sturdy format ensures durability, perfect for little hands eager to learn.

The book offers a personal and inspiring glimpse into the vibrant career of a celebrated Caldecott Honoree and illustrator, known for her work on Chicka Chicka Boom Boom. It highlights her artistic journey and the creative processes behind her colorful picture books, showcasing her passion and dedication to the craft of illustration.

An alphabetical tour of the world of fruits and vegetables, from apricot and artichoke to yam and zucchini.

Nine animals, nine shapes, and sixteen shades of color'everyone can have fun discovering them all by turning Color Zoo's full-color pages and watching a lion turn into a goat, an ox into a monkey, a tiger into a mouse. . . . 1990 Caldecott Honor Book Notable Children's Books of 1989 (ALA) 1990 Fanfare Honor List (H)

Every spring, butterflies emerge and dazzle the world with their vibrant beauty. But where do butterflies come from? How are they born? What do they eat--and how?With a simple, rhyming text and glorious color-drenched collage, Lois Ehlert provides clear answers to these and other questions as she follows the life cycle of four common butterflies, from their beginnings as tiny hidden eggs and hungry caterpillars to their transformation into full-grown butterflies. Complete with butterfly and flower facts and identification tips, as well as a guide to planting a butterfly garden, this butterfly book is like no other.

An escaped house cat encounters twelve common birds in the backyard but captures only feathers for lunch. Includes bird guide. “Destined to become an uncontested favorite with many children and adults.”--The Horn Book