Welcome to our grand world of wonder, otherwise known as one of our favorite spots in the shop, our children's area bookshelves! Find a wide range of titles from regional and, of course, our very own Minnesota authors! We have everything from wilderness activity books, nature + exploration guidebooks specifically for kids, perfect story time finds, + our favorites to spark your littles' imaginations!
The Amicus Book of Earth by Isobel Lundie
Striking collage-style art made from maps and marbled papers illustrates the beauty and variety of places on Earth in this sturdy board book for to...
This is Our Baby Born Today by Varsha Bajaj
With a loving mama, a trumpeting herd, curious cousins, and even some dancing peacocks heralding this little one’s arrival, it is apparent that the...
Owl Moon By Jane Yolen
Late one winter night a little girl and her father go owling. The trees stand still as statues and the world is silent as a dream. Whoo-whoo-whoo, ...
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The Amicus Book of Animals by Isobel Lundie
Striking collage-style art made from maps and marbled papers illustrates a wide variety of animals in this sturdy board book for toddlers.
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"Miss Maple's Seeds" by Eliza Wheeler
Miss Maple gathers lost seeds that haven’t yet found a place to sprout. She takes them on field trips to explore places to grow. In her cozy maple ...
Star Party by Polly Carlson-Voiles
In Star Party, Polly Carlson-Voiles relates the simple joys of summer star-watching in a tale informed by years of camping and cabin adventures. De...
"Bird Log for Kids" by AdventureKEEN
This book helps kids write about and draw the birds they see and includes fun bird facts and activities.
Author: DeAnna Brandt
Publisher: Adventure...
"The Brambly Hedge" Pop-Up Book by Jill Barklem
Step into the enchanting world of the hedgerow as never before in this exquisite Brambly Hedge Pop-Up book…
When Mrs. Apple isn’t baking, picking b...
The Yule Tomte and The Little Rabbits by Ulf Stark
This charming and funny Christmas story of a grumpy tomte and the hopeful little rabbits is told over twenty-five chapters -- one for each day of A...
The Range Eternal by Louise Erdrich
Louise Erdrich tells a story of hearth and home, of memory and imagination, of childhood recaptured in the reflection of a shiny blue woodstove, of...
"Christmas Song of the North" by Marsha Bonicatto & Karlyn Holeman
This delightful book will have your child singing, counting, and reading along with you until after the last snowflake melts.
Set to the musical t...
What Rosa Brought by Jacob Sager Weinstein
Author Jacob Sager Weinstein and New York Times bestselling illustrator Eliza Wheeler deliver a stunning picture book about a young Jewish girl fle...
Fossils for Kids by Dan R. Lynch
Dig into the History of Life! Become a young paleontologist. Learn all about ancient lifeforms preserved in rock.
Dan R. Lynch, author of many Roc...
"Build" by Emily Lex Studio
This sweet story will captivate you with adorable characters, charming illustrations, and a message that is equal parts delightful and meaningful f...
The Big Leaf Leap by Molly Beth Griffin
In The Big Leaf Leap , playful phrasing evokes fall’s crisp air, warm sun, and rustling leaves. Energetic illustrations—with characters based on th...
"Backyard Birding for Kids" Guide Book by Erika Zambello
With bird facts, an identification guide, and how-to instructions, this is a perfect children’s introduction to bird-watching.
Author: Erika Zambel...