St. Patrick's Day (New & Updated)


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New and updated edition of a classic holiday book from beloved nonfiction writer for kids Gail Gibbons. Who was St. Patrick? Why do we wear green on March 17th? Vetted by an expert, this new edition brings readers the most accurate and recent historical understanding of St. Patrick and the holiday celebrating him. Learn the story of Patrick's life, legends about the saint, and the history of the holiday. From shamrocks to shillelaghs, Gail Gibbons' signature combination of accessible text and clear, colorful illustrations creates a perfect introduction to the customs surrounding St. Patrick’s Day— parades, special meals, and of course wearing lots of green. Filled with facts, legends, and traditions, this book is ideal for kids learning about the holiday, Irish culture, and history. Author of over 120 nonfiction books for kids, including Groundhog Day, and with hundreds of thousands of books sold, Gail Gibbons continues to bring accurate histories and facts about favorite holidays to kids in this new and updated edition of St. Patrick’s Day.




Pete the Cat: The Great Leprechaun Chase


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New York Times #1 Bestseller! New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean takes us on a St. Patrick's Day adventure with Pete the Cat as Pete discovers how lucky he actually is! It's St. Patrick's Day, and it's also the grand opening of Pete the Cat's leprechaun catching business. Pete gears up to trap a leprechaun for his friends! But catching a leprechaun is never easy—especially if it’s Clover, who's full of tricks. Will luck be on Pete’s side? Or will Pete learn luck is actually something earned?




Happy St. Patrick's Day, Curious George


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George celebrates Saint Patrick's Day with his friends.




Baby's First St Patrick's Day


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This fun first look at St Patrick's Day teaches little ones about the Irish holiday that's celebrated around the world.




How to Catch a Leprechaun


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The #1 New York Times and USA Today bestseller perfect for St. Patrick's Day and beyond! You've been planning night and day, and finally you've created the perfect trap with shamrocks, pots of gold, and rainbows galore! Now all you need to do is wait. Is this the year you'll finally catch the leprechaun? Start a St. Patrick's Day tradition with this fun and lively children's picture book and get inspired to build leprechaun traps of your own at home or in the classroom! Laugh along in this zany story for kids that blends STEAM concepts with hilarious rhymes and vibrant illustrations! How to catch a leprechaun? It's tougher than you think! He'll turn your whole house upside down. He's quicker than a wink! Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch the Easter Bunny How to Catch an Elf How to Catch a Monster How to Catch a Turkey and more!




St. Patrick's Day Countdown


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Toddlers can count down to St. Patrick's Day with this Shamrock-shaped board book. Full color. Baby/Preschool.




The Gingerbread Man Loose in the School


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A very smart cookie is doing the chasing in this sweet and funny twist on the classic tale. When a class leaves for recess, their just-baked Gingerbread Man is left behind. But he's a smart cookie and heads out to find them. He'll run, slide, skip, and (after a mishap with a soccer ball) limp as fast as he can because: "I can catch them! I'm their Gingerbread Man!" With help from the gym teacher, the nurse, the art teacher and even the principal, the Gingerbread Man does find his class, and he's assured they'll never leave him behind again. Teachers often use the Gingerbread Man story to introduce new students to the geography and staff of schools, and this fresh, funny twist on the original can be used all year long. Look for all of this hilarious Gingerbread Man's adventures: The Gingerbread Man Loose at School, The Gingerbread Man Loose on the Fire Truck, The Gingerbread Man Loose at Christmas, The Gingerbread Man Loose at the Zoo, and The Gingerbread Man and the Leprechaun Loose at School!




St. Patrick's Day in the Morning


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Jamie seeks a way to prove that he is not too young to march in the big St. Patrick's Day parade. "Detailed, warmly rounded pen-and-ink illustrations with shades of green and yellow complement this satisfying story for the 17th of March." -- School Library Journal




A Berry Lucky St. Patrick's Day


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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this special St. Patty's-themed 8x8 featuring Strawberry Shortcake and all her friends and a berry lucky four-leaf clover!




Shiny Shapes: Happy St. Patrick's Day


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Happy St. Patrick's Day is a child's introduction to the faerie folk of Irish legend from Roger Priddy, with sweet illustrations, fun rhymes, and shiny foil shamrocks cut through every scene. Have you heard of the pointy-eared men Who live in wee houses in Faerie Glen? They are the mysterious leprechaun Who dance with the fairies from dusk till dawn. Learn all about the mysterious leprechauns—what they wear, the work they do, their quirky behavior, and their pots of gold! And find out what happens if you find one . . . it will be your luckiest day ever!