Birthday

Say “happy birthday,” Dr. Seuss-style! This classic picture book whisks readers away on the most spectacular birthday of all time—and reminds them to celebrate themselves every day of the year! I wish we could do what they do in Katroo. They sure know how to say “Happy birthday to you!” When the Great Birthday Bird of Katroo arrives to usher in your “Day of all Days,” you can expect a colorful romp full of fantastical fun that is all about YOU! Treat yourself to flowers that smell like licorice and cheese. Pick out the world’s tallest pet—or a nice Time-Telling Fish. Then prepare for a party so grand it will take twenty days just to sweep up the mess. Featuring birthday festivities on every page, this joyful classic from the one and only Dr. Seuss rejoices in the person you were born to be! Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!

Can the puppies from Nickelodeon’s PAW Patrol throw Chase a surprise birthday party AND save Adventure Bay? This action-packed Little Golden Book is sure to thrill boys and girls ages 2 to 5.

There was an old lady who swallowed a cake. I don't know why she swallowed a cake. It was a mistake! The Old Lady has swallowed a cake, and a candle, and a sign, and some balloons, and a hat, and some gifts. Can you guess why?Filled with hilarious illustrations and fun rhyming text, this is perfect for young readers looking for a wacky birthday celebration!

Wake up and celebrate Little Pookie’s big day in this way-too-early board book from the bestselling Sandra Boynton. Birthday! Birthday! Pookie can’t wait to celebrate! There’s only one problem: It’s still nighttime and everyone is asleep. With Sandra Boynton’s signature charm and piggy pizzazz, this surprising (yawn) story proves that every Little Pookie loves birthdays…even before daybreak! Is that you, little Pookie? It’s not even light. You ought to be sleeping. Look outside. It’s still night. But it’s my BIRTHDAY!

Happy birthday, Carl! But can Mom surprise him? No way. As hard as Mom tries, Madeleine and her canine babysitter extraordinaire are hot on her trail, tasting the party punch, peeking at presents, and adding some of their own favorite decorations.

Arthur can't wait to hand out his birthday party invitations. But it turns out Muffy is having her party on the exact same day! All of his friends are split between the two parties so Arthur and Francine hatch a clever scheme to make sure Arthur and Muffy have the best birthdays yet!

What would YOU wish for? That's the question a thoughtful chickadee named Dirigo asks his friends who have traveled from all over Maine's woods, waterways and wilderness to celebrate his birthday. Gathered around the dandelion birthday candle, each animal offers Dirigo a special wish as they take turns telling stories about their own Maine birthdays. A conversation to be enjoyed any day of the year, The Maine Birthday Book was born on a walk in the woods where farmland and forest meet the sea. It's a celebration of wildlife, geography and the magic of Maine.