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The Alphabet's Alphabet By Chris Harris, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Chris Harris, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
$17.99
ISBN: 9780316266628
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - September 29th, 2020

For fans of P is for Pterodactyl comes this groundbreaking spin on the ABCs from an acclaimed bestselling author and artist duo!


Little Fox and the Wild Imagination By Jorma Taccone, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jorma Taccone, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9781250212504
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Published: Roaring Brook Press - September 8th, 2020

This is a collaboration beyond your wildest imagination! Jorma Taccone, from the hit comedy trio The Lonely Island, has paired up with New York Times–bestselling, Caldecott Medal–winning illustrator Dan Santat to create a picture book about time, space, and giant-robot-squids.

BEWARE!

This is a tale of great caution, terror, and destruction . . .


The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend (Caldecott Medal Winner) By Dan Santat Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780316199988
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - April 8th, 2014

Winner of the Caldecott Medal

#1 New York Times bestselling and award-winning creator Dan Santat combines classic storytelling with breathtaking art in an unforgettable tale about friendship, imagination, and the courage to find one's place in the world
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This magical story begins on an island far away where an imaginary friend is born.


Lift By Minh Lê, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Minh Lê, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
$17.99
ISBN: 9781368036924
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - May 5th, 2020

From the award-winning and bestselling creators of Drawn Together comes the fantastic tale of a magical elevator that will lift your spirits--and press all the right buttons!


The Little Engine That Could: 90th Anniversary Edition By Watty Piper, Dan Santat (Illustrator), Dolly Parton (Introduction by) Cover Image
By Watty Piper, Dan Santat (Illustrator), Dolly Parton (Introduction by)
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ISBN: 9780593094396
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Published: Grosset & Dunlap - April 7th, 2020

Celebrate the 90th anniversary of The Little Engine That Could with this all-time classic reillustrated by Caldecott Award-winning artist Dan Santat! A perfect gift for all the milestones in your life--from graduation to birthdays and more!
 


The Great Santa Stakeout By Betsy Bird, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Betsy Bird, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9781338169980
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Published: Arthur A. Levine Books - September 3rd, 2019

A delightfully devious Christmas story from beloved librarian Betsy Bird and Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat.

Freddy Melcher is Santa's #1 Fan. He has Santa posters, Santa action figures, and even Santa underwear. But there is one prize Freddy desperately wants: A photograph taken with Santa, fresh out of the chimney. Oh, is it risky!


Harold & Hog Pretend For Real!-Elephant & Piggie Like Reading! By Dan Santat Cover Image
$9.99
ISBN: 9781368027168
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Published: Hyperion Books for Children - May 7th, 2019

No More Poems!: A Book in Verse That Just Gets Worse By Rhett Miller, Dan Santat (By (artist)) Cover Image
By Rhett Miller, Dan Santat (By (artist))
$17.99
ISBN: 9780316416528
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - March 5th, 2019

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Rhett Miller teams up with Caldecott Medalist and bestselling artist Dan Santat in a riotous collection of irreverent poems for modern families.


The Princess and the Pit Stop By Tom Angleberger, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Tom Angleberger, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
$16.99
ISBN: 9781419728488
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Published: Abrams Books for Young Readers - July 10th, 2018

New York Times bestselling author Tom Angleberger and Caldecott Medal–winning Dan Santat’s picture book The Princess and the Pit Stop is a “turbo charged tribute to girl power” (Booklist, Starred Review).
 
Once upon a time there was a Princess . . .
. . .


Drawn Together By Minh Lê, Dan Santat (Illustrator), Dan Santat (Cover design or artwork by) Cover Image
By Minh Lê, Dan Santat (Illustrator), Dan Santat (Cover design or artwork by)
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ISBN: 9781484767603
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - June 5th, 2018

The recipient of six starred reviews and the APALA Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature! Named a Best Book of 2018 by the Wall Street Journal, NPR, Smithsonian, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal, Booklist, the Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, BookRiot, the New York Public Library, the Chicago Public Library


Dude! By Aaron Reynolds, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Aaron Reynolds, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
$17.99
ISBN: 9781626726031
Availability: Backordered - Subject to Publisher Availability
Published: Roaring Brook Press - April 24th, 2018

Aaron Reynolds, the author of Nerdy Berdy and Creepy Carrots! teams up with Dan Santat, the Caldecott–winning illustrator behind The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend to create the hilarious, gnarly summer adventure picture book, Dude!

Dude! You have to read this book.


After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again) By Dan Santat, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dan Santat, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9781626726826
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Published: Roaring Brook Press - October 3rd, 2017

From the New York Times–bestselling creator of The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend comes the inspiring epilogue to the beloved classic nursery rhyme Humpty Dumpty.

Everyone knows that when Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall. But what happened after?


Dad and the Dinosaur By Gennifer Choldenko, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Gennifer Choldenko, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9780399243530
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Published: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers - March 28th, 2017

A heartwarming father-son story about bravery and facing fears.

Nicholas was afraid of the dark outside his door, the bushes where the giant bugs live, and the underside of manhole covers.

 
His dad was not afraid of anything.
 


The Cookie Fiasco-Elephant & Piggie Like Reading! By Mo Willems Cover Image
$10.99
ISBN: 9781484726365
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Published: Hyperion Books for Children - September 20th, 2016

Sidekicks: A Graphic Novel By Dan Santat, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dan Santat, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9780439298193
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Published: Graphix - July 1st, 2011

Suit up for this high-octane graphic novel debut by Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat!

Captain Amazing, the hometown hero of Metro City, is so busy catching criminals that he rarely has time for his pets -- he hasn't even noticed they've been developing superpowers of their own!

So when Captain Amazing announces he needs a sidekick, his eager pets -- a dog, a hamster, and a


Fire! Fuego! Brave Bomberos By Susan Middleton Elya, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Susan Middleton Elya, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9781599904610
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Published: Bloomsbury USA Childrens - April 24th, 2012

From Susan Elya and #1 NYT bestselling and Caldecott-winning illustrator Dan Santat comes a spirited, fast-paced picture book that captures the excitement and importance of firefighters' jobs.

At the station, sirens sound.
Corazones start to pound.
"House fire!" says el capitán.
"¡Fuego! Get your helmets on!"


Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot (Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot #1) By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9780545630092
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Published: Scholastic Inc. - April 29th, 2014

From Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants, and acclaimed artist Dan Santat, an out-of-this-world friendship adventure with all-new full-color illustrations!

Meet Ricky Ricotta, a little mouse with a big problem!Ricky Ricotta lives in Squeakyville with his mom and dad. Ricky has a hard time making friends at school, and the neighborhood bullies are always picking on him.


Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Mutant Mosquitoes from Mercury (Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot #2) By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
$5.99
ISBN: 9780545630108
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Published: Scholastic Inc. - April 29th, 2014

From Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants, and acclaimed artist Dan Santat, an out-of-this-world friendship adventure with all-new full-color illustrations!

Ricky Ricotta may be small, but he has the biggest best friend around!There's nothing better than being buddies with a giant flying Robot.


Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Video Vultures from Venus (Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot #3) By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9780545630115
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Published: Scholastic Inc. - April 29th, 2014

From Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants, and acclaimed artist Dan Santat, an out-of-this-world friendship adventure with all-new full-color illustrations!

Ricky Ricotta and his Mighty Robot are best buddies -- but with big friends come big responsibilities...Ricky and his Mighty Robot are late for dinner again, and Ricky's parents are not too happy.


Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Mecha-Monkeys from Mars (Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot #4) By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
$6.99
ISBN: 9780545630122
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Published: Scholastic Inc. - June 24th, 2014

From Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants, and acclaimed artist Dan Santat, an out-of-this-world friendship adventure with all-new full-color illustrations!

Best friends always stick together -- especially when they are in trouble!Ricky Ricotta and his Mighty Robot always watch out for each other -- that's what friends are for!


Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Jurassic Jackrabbits from Jupiter (Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot #5) By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9780545630139
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Published: Scholastic Inc. - October 21st, 2014

From Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants, and acclaimed artist Dan Santat, an out-of-this-world friendship adventure with all-new full-color illustrations!

Ricky Ricotta and his Mighty Robot are ready for the best day ever!Today is Ricky's birthday, and it's off to a great start!


Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Stupid Stinkbugs from Saturn (Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot #6) By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
$6.99
ISBN: 9780545630146
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Published: Scholastic Inc. - February 24th, 2015

From Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants, and acclaimed artist Dan Santat, a thrilling friendship adventure with all-new full-color illustrations and mini-comics throughout!

Ricky Ricotta and his Mighty Robot are in another stinky situation!Ricky's family is headed to Cousin Lucy's house for lunch -- how boring!


Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Uranium Unicorns from Uranus (Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot #7) By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9780545630153
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Published: Scholastic Inc. - June 30th, 2015

From Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants, and acclaimed artist Dan Santat, a thrilling friendship adventure with all-new full-color illustrations and mini-comics throughout!

Having a big best friend isn't always big fun...Ricky Ricotta loves his Mighty Robot. They do everything together, but it's sometimes hard for a small mouse to have such a big buddy!


Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Naughty Nightcrawlers from Neptune (Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot #8) By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9780439377096
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Published: Scholastic Inc. - January 26th, 2016

An out-of-this-world friendship adventure by Captain Underpants creator Dav Pilkey, with full-color art and mini comics by Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat.

Ricky Ricotta and his Mighty Robot are in for a sticky, slimy surprise! Ricky and his Mighty Robot have built the coolest fort Squeakyville has ever seen, and they can't wait for the fun to begin!


Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto (Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot #9) By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dav Pilkey, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9780545630177
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Published: Scholastic Inc. - May 31st, 2016

An out-of-this-world friendship adventure by Captain Underpants creator Dav Pilkey, with full-color art and mini comics by Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat.

Ricky Ricotta and his Mighty Robot face off against a flock of flightless foes!Ricky and his Mighty Robot have made a mess. They've been mean to Cousin Lucy, and now they must make it up to her.


Crankenstein By Samantha Berger, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Samantha Berger, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9780316126564
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - August 13th, 2013

The perfect cure for a cranky kid, illustrated by the #1 New York Times bestselling and Caldecott-winning artist, Dan Santat. BEWARE OF CRANKENSTEIN! He's a little monster of crankiness that no one can destroy! MEHHRRRR!!!


The Three Ninja Pigs By Corey Rosen Schwartz, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Corey Rosen Schwartz, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9780399255144
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Published: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers - September 27th, 2012

Practice makes perfect in this kick-butt fractured fairy tale.

Why does this wolf think he can come to town and blow all the houses down? These three little pigs just aren't going to take it from that bully anymore! The first starts aikido lessons—he'll make mincemeat out of that wolf! His brother learns a little jujitsu—he'll chop that guy to pieces!


Oh No!: Or How My Science Project Destroyed the World By Mac Barnett, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Mac Barnett, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9781423123125
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - June 1st, 2010

Two major bestselling and award-winning picture book creators combine forces in this kid's eye account of a science fair gone horribly and hilariously awry!

Some kids are too smart for their own good...and maybe for everybody else's good. When an overly ambitious little girl builds a humongous robot for her science fair, she fully expects to win first place.


Ninja Red Riding Hood By Corey Rosen Schwartz, Dan Santat (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Corey Rosen Schwartz, Dan Santat (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9780399163548
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Published: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers - July 10th, 2014

Can a ninja-fied Little Red Riding Hood end with everyone happy? Find out in this fractured fairy tale that's sure to be a storytime hit.

Wolf just can’t catch a break! Ever since the three little pigs started teaching everyone Ninja skills, huffing and puffing just hasn’t been enough to scare up a good meal. 


Are We There Yet? By Dan Santat Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780316199995
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - April 12th, 2016

Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat--creator of The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend and After the Fall--takes readers on the road trip of a lifetime!