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TRADE SPRING 2O25 206 NEW TITLESCover art by Sam Zimmerman (Zhaawanoogiizhik), from I Am On Indigenous Land by Katrina M. Phlllips. NEW TITLESBACKLIST Board Books 3 Picture Books 6 Young Readers 20 Middle Grade 32 Graphic Nonfiction 42 You Choose 44 Hot Picks 46 Spanish49 Stairway Decodables 53 Nonfiction59 Box Sets 78 Board Books 85 Picture Books 94 Customer Favorites 112 Hot Picks 118 Collections124 Young Readers 134 Middle Grade 158 HI-LO193 You Choose 220 Early Nonfiction 225 Graphic Nonfiction 284 Middle Grade Nonfiction 291 Spanish299 Index307 Sales Representatives 322Be Kind, Kangaroo by Christianne Jones Little Kangaroo showcases kindness in different ways, like holding the door for a parent and shoveling snow for a neighbor. Short, rhyming text and kid-friendly examples make this an easy and fun read for caregivers, librarians, and educators. Selling points: Í Bright colors and cute animal characters make the issue relatable for toddlers and preschoolers Í Promotes kindness, which is the building block of social and emotional learning Í Exposes young readers to empathy and perspective-taking NEW TITLE 9781630793111 $7.99 ($9.99 can ) January 2025 Board Book Trim: 8’’ x 8’’ Pages: 20 Age Level: Grades PreK Reading Level: Grades PreK Rights: World ex UK Christianne Jones grew up in a small town with three sisters, no cable, and parents who were teachers. After college, Christianne became an editor at a children’s book company and began writing. She has found her niche in the picture book genre and has written many popular titles, including Donut Worry, Miles McHale, Tattletale, Harrison P. Spader, Personal Space Invader, and Lacey Walker, Nonstop Talker. Lacey Walker, Nonstop Talker won a 2013 Gelett Burgess Award and was a Midwest Book Award finalist. Christianne lives in Mankato, Minnesota, with her husband and three daughters. See back cover for ordering information 3 capstonepub.com BOARD BOOKSFace Your Fears, Little Deer by Christianne Jones Little Deer is feeling scared during a storm. His mom helps him make a plan so he can face his fears. Short, rhyming text and colorful illustrations will help children feel confident in managing their emotions. Selling points: Í Bright colors and cute animal characters make the issue relatable for toddlers and preschoolers Í Promotes emotional regulation by presenting different ways to manage fear Í Rhyming text makes the topic more approachable NEW TITLE 9781630793166 $7.99 ($9.99 can ) January 2025 Board Book Trim: 8’’ x 8’’ Pages: 20 Age Level: Grades PreK Reading Level: Grades PreK Rights: World ex UK Christianne Jones grew up in a small town with three sisters, no cable, and parents who were teachers. After college, Christianne became an editor at a children’s book company and began writing. She has found her niche in the picture book genre and has written many popular titles, including Donut Worry, Miles McHale, Tattletale, Harrison P. Spader, Personal Space Invader, and Lacey Walker, Nonstop Talker. Lacey Walker, Nonstop Talker won a 2013 Gelett Burgess Award and was a Midwest Book Award finalist. Christianne lives in Mankato, Minnesota, with her husband and three daughters. See back cover for ordering information 4 capstonepub.com BOARD BOOKSDo Not Take Your Dragon to Dinner by Julie Gassman We know you shouldn’t take your dragon to the library, but what about taking him out to dinner? After all, dragons need to eat too! But with fiery breath, flapping wings, and pointy spikes, that might not be a good idea! Rhyming text and diverse characters bring the importance of dinner manners to a new level in this colorful picture book by Julie Gassman. Selling points: Í Introduces a new age group to the popular Do Not Take Your Dragon series, which has sold more than 200,000 copies Í Themes of manners and etiquette are in demand for the preschool audience Í Fun read-aloud is perfect for interactivity and audience participation Í Rhyming text is engaging to young readers Í Colorful and fun illustrations with diverse characters and dragons Julie Gassman The youngest in a family of nine children, Julie Gassman grew up in Howard, South Dakota. After college, she traded in small-town life for the world of magazine publishing in New York City. She now lives in southern Minnesota with her husband and their three children. NEW TITLE 9781630797317 $7.99 ($9.99 can ) January 2025 Lexile: 480L Board Book Trim: 6’’ x 7’’ Pages: 30 Age Level: Grades PreK Reading Level: Grades PreK Rights: World ex UK See back cover for ordering information 5 capstonepub.com BOARD BOOKSI Am on Indigenous Land by Katrina M. Phillips With simple, lyrical text and vibrant panoramic illustrations, this picture book explores the beauty and resources of thirteen ancestral Indigenous lands and how we all use those lands each day. Simple poetry and portrayals of children and families enjoying rivers, bike paths, beaches, and parks show how everyday activities can include honoring Indigenous nations and cultures. Author Katrina Phillips (Ojibwe citizen) and illustrator Sam Zimmerman (Ojibwe direct descendant) together have crafted a loving tribute that gently demonstrates recognition and acknowledgement of the nations of people who first called these lands home. Selling points: Í A picture book introduction for young children and their families to understanding the history of our land and the Indigenous groups who first lived there Í Lush illustrations and short, lyrical text make land acknowledgment accessible and engaging for young readers—demonstrates kid-friendly ways of acknowledging Native nations Í Supports Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Earth Day curricula, and reminds readers that Indigenous peoples exist in the present and not just the past Í Back matter includes a pronunciation guide for the names of the Native Nations and a map of the ancestral lands so readers can identify the land they are on Í Katrina Phillips, PhD, (citizen of Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe) is an author, academic, and public historian Í artist Sam Zimmerman (direct descendant of Grand Portage Band of Ojibwe) is author and illustrator of Following My Spirit Home, a collection of Ojibwe stories and art Dr. Katrina M. Phillips is a citizen of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe. She earned her BA and PhD in History from the University of Minnesota, and she teaches Native American history and the history of the American West at Macalester College. NEW TITLE 9781684363087 $18.99 ($25.99 can ) January 2025 GRL: K Hardcover+ Jacket Trim: 10’’ x 8’’ Pages: 32 Age Level: Grades PreK–3 Reading Level: Grades PreK–3 Rights: World ex UK See back cover for ordering information 6 capstonepub.com PICTURE BOOKSThe Glam World Tour by Rachel Werner Bountiful ‘fros bop. Fresh, tight locs swing. Mehndi flashes as fingers snap. On the glam world tour, the stunning variation of beauty norms around the world are showcased and celebrated as inclusive, not divisive. Written in the spirit of spoken word, author Rachel Werner’s compelling picture book reminds us that true beauty comes from accepting everyone. Selling points: Í Written by authentic voice author Rachel Werner (Moving & Grooving to Fillmore’s Beat) Í A joyful celebration of cultural beauty around the world Í Emphasizes the importance of acceptance and inclusion Í Early approach to decolonizing beauty standards Rachel Werner is the founder of The Little Book Project WI, a bi-annual community arts and nonprofit printmaking collaboration. Her literary writing and craft essays have been published by Off Menu Press, Digging Through The Fat and Voyage YA Literary Journal. A selection of Rachel’s recipes are also included in Wisconsin Cocktails (UW- Press, 2020)—and her poetry in the anthology “Hope Is The Thing: Wisconsinites On Hope and Resilience in the Time of Covid-19” (The Wisconsin Historical Society, 2021). NEW TITLE 9781630792947 $18.99 ($25.99 can ) January 2025 GRL: N Hardcover+ Jacket Trim: 8’’ x 10’’ Pages: 32 Age Level: Grades PreK–3 Reading Level: Grades PreK–3 Rights: World ex UK See back cover for ordering information 7 capstonepub.com PICTURE BOOKSDo Super Heroes Make Mistakes? by Michael Dahl Everyone makes mistakes... even Super Heroes! This uplifting and action-packed DC Super Heroes picture book celebrates the fact no one is perfect all the time. Slipups by Superman™, Batman™, Wonder Woman™, and other Justice League™ legends mirror the everyday blunders of kids, showing young readers that mistakes are nothing to be feared. With captivating art by Omar Lozano and gentle text by award-winning author Michael Dahl, this adventure encourages children to be brave, make mistakes, and keep learning and growing. Selling points: Í Features the World’s Greatest Heroes from DC, including Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman Í With an encouraging—not mocking—voice, normalizes making mistakes and celebrates learning from them Í Promotes resiliency and a growth mindset, making this picture book a great tie-in for social emotional learning (SEL) lessons Í Written by Michael Dahl, author of more than 200 books for children, including Bedtime for Batman; Good Morning, Superman; and Be A Star, Wonder Woman! Michael Dahl is the prolific author of the bestselling Goodnight, Baseball picture book and more than 200 other books for children and young adults. He has won the Association of Educational Publishers Distinguished Achievement Award three times for his nonfiction, a Teachers’ Choice Award from Learning Magazine, and a Seal of Excellence from the Creative Child Awards. Dahl currently lives in Minnesota. NEW TITLE 9781630793401 $18.99 ($25.99 can ) January 2025 GRL: M Hardcover+ Jacket Trim: 10’’ x 8 1/2’’ Pages: 32 Age Level: Grades K–2 Reading Level: Grades K–2 Rights: World ex UK © & TM DC. (s25) See back cover for ordering information 8 capstonepub.com PICTURE BOOKSWrite Here, Write Now by Rebecca Gardyn Levington You’re a writer. Did you know? Ready... Set... Come on, let’s go! Rebecca Gardyn Levington inspires everyone to find joy in writing—in any and all forms—in this rhyming picture book. Her inspirational approach celebrates imagination and self- expression, proving everyone can be a writer if they find what’s “right” for them. Selling points: Í Whimsical and inspirational approach to learning to write, as it celebrates imagination and self expression Í Covers every aspect and version of writing, making it the perfect primer for any and every writing lesson (perfect for back-to-school!) Í Rhyming text keeps the topic light while helping children discover the type of writing that is right for them Í Encourages reluctant writers to tap into their interests and motivates writing-lovers to keep writing Rebecca Gardyn Levington is a children’s book author, poet, and journalist with a particular penchant for penning both playful and poignant picture books and poems—primarily in rhyme. She is the author of BRAINSTORM!, WHATEVER COMES TOMORROW, and many other incredible picture books. Rebecca’s award- winning poems and articles have appeared in numerous anthologies, newspapers, and magazines. She lives in New Jersey with her family. NEW TITLE 9781684469611 $18.99 ($25.99 can ) January 2025 GRL: L Hardcover+ Jacket Trim: 10’’ x 8’’ Pages: 32 Age Level: Grades K–3 Reading Level: Grades K–3 Rights: World ex UK See back cover for ordering information 9 capstonepub.com PICTURE BOOKSNext >