Bøker av Karen Kilpatrick

It's the opening night of the school play but Daisy, the lead of the show, has disappeared! There's no way Daisy would ever miss her starring role. With a class full of suspects, and a mysterious feather trail, can P.I. Butterfly crack the case before showtime?

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What if the heroes, legends, and monsters of Greek mythology attended the same elementary school? Before the demigods became heroes and the monsters became feared, they had to navigate the ups and downs of childhood, together. Medusa's excited for her first day of school, but when her teacher introduces her to the class, she doesn't exactly feel welcome. Will her classmates learn to be kind and accept her differences? Will Medusa also learn to be kind to herself?Welcome to the School of Greatness, A place where we can learnTo lead with both our heads and hearts, And greatness we will earn! The School of Greatness is where kids learn important character concepts through reimagined, kid-friendly versions of Greek mythological figures. From the award-winning creative team behind the When Pencil Met series, School of Greatness is perfect for parents, teachers, librarians, and caregivers to introduce elements of Greek mythology with important lessons woven throughout each engaging story. Includes a section about the myth of Medusa and a kindness pledge at the end of the book! Kids will take a journey of imagination and growth as they learn about: Celebrating and accepting differences Treating others with kindness and respect What it means to be kind to oneself and loving who you areMedusa's First Day from the School of Greatness series is a fun, read-aloud picture book perfect for: Kids ages 5 and up Social and emotional learning (SEL) curriculum or for anyone wanting to teach character through an imaginative take on Greek mythology and engaging stories Parents, librarians, teachers, and classroom story times for elementary school students Fans of The Magic School Bus

What happens when a Monster keeps eating its emotions? A hilarious adventure featuring a loveable character who learns that maybe expressing feelings is better than holding them inside. Monster is enjoying the day until it accidentally steps in mess, kicking off a series of unfortunate events that spark a wide range of emotions. But instead of dealing with its feelings, the Monster swallows them instead. Will the Monster learn to talk about its feelings before getting too sick? Featuring bright, appealing artwork and easy-to-follow text, Monster Emotions is sure to delight... and become the perfect way to talk about emotions!

Discover holiday joy and laughter in this funny, imaginative tale about appreciation, making mistakes, and the spirit of Christmas. When a young elf tries to convince a group of kids why nobody likes Santa, will it be the elf who learns something in the end? From Santa's outfit to his cookie-eating habits, the elf doesn't understand why Santa is so adored. But with the help of some friends along the way, the elf will learn exactly why nobody likes Santa (hint: it's because everybody loves him!). Turn an "I don't like" mentality into an open mindset in this hilarious but magical Christmas story that is not only perfect for the holiday season but will introduce concepts such as accepting others, comparisons, opinions, and being comfortable with yourself. Why readers love Nobody Likes Santa:Parents, grandparents, and teachers have fun reading this hilarious but instructional book to kidsGreat for family read-aloud or storytimeIdeal holiday gift and novelty stocking stuffer for kids

Kids will take a journey of imagination and growth as they learn about working together to accomplish goals, what it means to be a good teammate, and the importantance of good social skills.

It's Saturday, the best morning of the week when a scream interrupts the perfect day for learning about butterflies. Mili the guppy is missing! But have no fear, P.I. Butterfly is on the case. She'll stop at nothing to solve the mystery. P.I. Butterfly preserves the scene, records every clue, and interviews suspicious suspects, but she ends up on a trail to nowhere fast. As she drowns her sorrows in a glass of milk, a fishy finding leads to a new suspect and a cat-felt confession.

"There are so many reasons why nobody likes bedtime. Don't believe me? Read this book and I'll prove it to you!"--Back cover.

From the award-winning creators of When Pencil Met Eraser comes a tale about underappreciated Glue, who longs to stand out, and soon meets a new friend, Glitter, who helps bring out her inner sparkle, confidence, and creativity. Perfect for back to school and all year round!Glue loves making art with her friends-especially pasting on googly eyes!-but sometimes she feels invisible. Instead of always being stuck in the background, Glue wants to be noticed like Pencil and colorful like the Markers! How can she find a way to stand out?When a new friend named Glitter arrives in a swirl of sparkles, Glue and Glitter team up to make something completely original and help Glue shine like the star she truly is.Karen Kilpatrick & Germán Blanco's When Glitter Met Glue spotlights art's unsung hero-a glue bottle-in a hilarious and clever story that encourages self-acceptance and spurs us all to recognize our inner shimmer. A perfect gift for teachers and the first day of school.

A mermaid tale to inspire giggles in mermaid lovers everywhere! When a seahorse tries to convince a group of sea creatures why nobody likes mermaids, will it be the seahorse who learns something in the end? Come along on this imaginative, laugh out loud adventure and learn why nobody likes mermaids (hint: it¿s because everybody loves them!). This funny mermaid picture book gently addresses SEL concepts such as jealousy, accepting differences, comparisons, and being comfortable with yourself-in a fun, child-friendly way. A special nonfiction section filled with facts about seahorses is also included at the end of the book!¿Mermaids are so overrated. They can¿t change colors, their tails blend in with the ocean, and they claim to be magical (but I¿ve never seen them do anything!). Plus, they¿re really hard to find. Seahorses are known to be great friends¿There are so many reasons why nobody likes mermaids. Don¿t believe me? Read this book and I¿ll prove it to you!¿ - SeahorseAlso in the Nobody Likes series:Nobody Likes UnicornsNobody Likes the Easter Bunnyand more to come!Nobody Likes Mermaids is an instructive and imaginative read-aloud picture book perfect for: Mermaid (and seahorse) fans everywhere!Gifts for kids ages 4-7 Summer reading Parent and educators who want to teach social and emotional learning (SEL), opinions, and nonfiction learningFamilies, teachers, librarians, and classroom story times for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary students

Share your love with a Smooch, an unbreakable bond that lasts for all time and in all circumstances! Smooch! A Kiss! It's stuck on you. The love inside is just like glue. Wipe or rub it's there to stay,'Cause kisses never fade away! This lively, heartwarming picture book for all ages highlights the permanence of love and connections between loved ones. Both humorous and endearing, Smooch! is a fresh take on the expression of love that is relevant, relatable, and reassuring. A culturally diverse children's book showcasing diverse family structures and characters through bright, colorful artwork, Smooch! engages young readers through familiar circumstances and humor and caregivers through touching sentiment. A poetic ode to the love that connects us, Smooch! is perfect for showcasing the permanent bond of love in a fun way, for children dealing with any kind of separation anxiety, or for children who are missing someone. Smooch! makes a great gift for baby showers, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, back to school, and more! Smooch! is the perfect: I love you book for kids Reassuring children's book to help a child who is missing someone Separation anxiety picture book Expression of the permanence of love in a child-friendly, relatable wayGift for Mother's Day, Father's Day, baby showers, grandparents and more!Story for kids ages 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & up!