Christine Davenier

Pigeons flutter around the reflecting pool and the cafe serves delicious cheesecake, but Simon is stuck looking at art. So much art. During his very first trip to the art museum, Simon feels entirely overwhelmed by the endless paintings and slippery floors. He finally takes a break on a bench, and that is when the real exhibit begins. You will sit beside Simon as he watches the different people walking by. Some visitors are laughing, some are quiet, and some even shed a tear while looking at the masterpieces. Seeing all these deep emotions inspires Simon to give the museum another chance. This sweet picture book invites you to look closely at the world around you and discover beauty in unexpected places. You might just find a painting that is as wonderful as a slice of cheesecake.

Spring Break has officially arrived, and Geraldine has been trusted with the most important job of all: taking care of Houdini, the fluffy class hamster! Gerry is determined to be the absolute best pet sitter ever. She figures out Houdini's favorite crunchy snacks, reads him wonderful stories, and even paints a special picture to make him feel right at home. But Houdini lives up to his famous name and suddenly pulls a disappearing act, darting right out of his cage! You can imagine the panic when Gerry realizes the tiny escape artist is missing. Now, she must put on her trusty thinking crown and use all her clever problem-solving skills to track him down before time runs out. Step beyond picture books and follow along with Gerry as she searches high and low to bring Houdini back safely in this exciting, fast-paced early reading adventure.

The Winter Wonderland Festival is rapidly approaching, and Geraldine knows this is her big chance to shine brighter than the snow! Because she is the most enthusiastic singer in her class, Gerry is absolutely certain her music teacher will choose her for the big vocal solo. She practices her very best voice all the time—during rehearsals, at lunchtime, and even while playing outside at recess! You can imagine her deep disappointment when a professional singer is given the solo instead. Gerry feels completely crushed and loses her bright, royal sparkle. It is hard when you work so hard for something and it doesn't happen. But as the gentle snow begins to fall, Gerry realizes there are many different ways to be a star. Join this resilient fairy princess as she finds a joyful new way to participate and gets her winter sparkle back!