Ethan Long crafts children's books with incredible energy, constantly evolving his unique artistic style and creative approach. His illustrations and stories, often drawing from his own childhood memories, are instantly recognizable and resonate with readers globally. Long seamlessly blends his distinguished career as an author with the demands of family life, infusing his work with vibrant imagination and genuine spirit.
The story features Horse, who is eager to master big skateboard tricks, and his best friend Buggy, who shares valuable safety tips. Together, they navigate the excitement of skateboarding while emphasizing the importance of safety measures, from securing helmets to treating minor injuries. Their adventurous spirit combined with a focus on precaution creates a fun and engaging narrative about friendship and responsible play.
Pug is an energetic and excitable character, ready for new adventures in a story designed for beginning readers. This Guided Reading Level C book encourages early literacy skills, making it an ideal choice for young children to practice reading independently.
Scribbles the cat and Ink the mouse are buddies and fellow artists. In this adventure, the arrival of a box of cheese brings a yummy snack for Ink and an artistic opportunity for Scribbles-he loves the box! What can he make from it? Everything!
Meet Scribbles, the cat, and Ink, the mouse, two artist pals with very different styles. While there should be plenty of room on the canvas for each of them to make their art without getting in each other's way, or on each other's nerves, they can't manage that! Scribbles and Ink are in for a real adventure this time! In an effort to find a shed-free, trouble-free, easy-care pet, the duo adopt a pet rock. Follow along as the artistic friends engage in their usual bickering and eventual reconciliation, all while becoming "parents" to an imaginary pet. Young readers will relate to the universal themes of wanting a pet in this latest installment in the beloved series.
Scribbles and Ink take to the sea! While sailing on the ocean, award-winning artist-pals Scribbles the cat and Ink the mouse notice plastic bottles and other litter floating in the water. Hilarity ensues as they attempt to clean it all up using nothing but their little boat and some nets that Scribbles draws. Once ashore, they contrive a "game" to convince the animals on the beach to help them gather and dispose of more trash. A spread with facts about plastic and recycling at the end of the book adds an eco-friendly nonfiction element that is sure to please parents and teachers.
This time, the artistic pals hike up a mountain drawn by Ink. After careful packing for any eventuality, the pair sets off with the summit as their goal. Along the way, they encounter bugs, hunger, and even a hissing snake-good thing they were well-prepared!
Featuring engaging characters like Hoggy and his friends, this comic is designed specifically for beginning readers. It combines humor and adventure to capture the attention of young audiences, making reading fun and accessible. With vibrant illustrations and simple text, it encourages early literacy skills while inviting children to join in on the playful antics of Hoggy and his crew. Perfect for fostering a love of reading in young children.
The story features Scribbles, a cat, and Ink, a mouse, who are artistic friends with contrasting styles. Despite the ample space on their canvas, their differing approaches lead to comedic clashes and challenges in collaboration. Their journey highlights the themes of friendship, creativity, and the struggle to coexist while expressing individual artistic identities.
The story follows Hoggy, a newcomer to baseball, who struggles to focus on the game. Through his journey, he discovers that enjoying the experience and having fun is the true key to success. This early reader comic combines humor and valuable lessons, making it an engaging read for young audiences.
An award-winning children's book creator grapples with the darker undercurrents of his childhood in this poignant and honest illustrated memoir, for readers of Free Lunch and The List of Things That Will Not Change.