Bernard Waber's Books

Ask me what I like? What do you like? A father and daughter walk through their neighborhood, brimming with questions as they explore their world. With so many things to enjoy, and so many ways to ask—and talk—about them, it's a snapshot of an ordinary day in a world that's anything but. This story is a heartwarming and inviting picture book with a tenderly written story by Bernard Waber and glorious illustrations by Suzy Lee.

The Primm Family is surprised to find a crocodile in their new house, but he soon becomes a loved family member.

It takes not only verbal persuasion but the sight of a big piece of cheese for the mouse to say "cheese" with a big enough smile to please the photographer.

What is courage? Certainly it takes courage for a firefighter to rescue someone trapped in a burning building, but there are many other kinds of courage too. Everyday kinds that normal, ordinary people exhibit all the time, like “being the first to make up after an argument,” or “going to bed without a nightlight.” Bernard Waber explores the many varied kinds of courage and celebrates the moments, big and small, that bring out the hero in each of us.

Lyle is perfectly happy living with the Primms on East 88th St. until irritable Mr. Grumps next door changes all that.

This fun early reader is based on the major motion picture Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, inspired by the beloved children’s books by Bernard Waber! When the Primm family moves to New York City and into the house on East 88th Street, they are surprised to find a crocodile living in their attic. But Lyle isn’t a regular crocodile—he’s playful, and friendly, and he can sing! Meet Lyle, the Primms, and their neighbors in this story based on the film. Meet Lyle and Friends is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.

Everyone at the ultra-fancy Park Snoot Hotel insists that there is no mouse in the hotel, but the reader can see a mouse in each illustration.

An anteater's mother tells of her trials with her questioning, complaining, messy, forgetful, choosy, and lovable son.

Ira is thrilled to spend the night at Reggie's until his sister raises the question of whether he should take his teddy bear. "An appealing picture book which depicts common childhood qualms with empathy and humor."--"Booklist." Full-color illustrations.

Lyle the crocodile exeriences many changes in his life when his mother moves in with the Primm family and Mrs. Primm announces she is expecting a baby.

Ira is surprised to discover that his best friend Reggie feels happy about having to move to a new town.

This funny junior novelization is based on the major motion picture Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, inspired by the beloved children’s books by Bernard Waber! When the Primm family moves to New York City and into the house on East 88th Street, they are surprised to find a crocodile living in their attic. But Lyle isn’t a regular crocodile—he’s playful, and friendly, and he can sing! Read all about Lyle and the Primms’ adventures in this junior novel featuring eight pages of full-color film stills.

A hippopotamus dreams of having an appearance combining the polite suggestions of her friends.

A little firefly is unhappy because his light is so bright all the plants and animals think it is daytime.

In a cumulative story, one animal after another asks to come in out of the winter cold to sleep in Bearsie Bear's big bed.

Lyle the crocodile has a new job walking dogs. As Lyle’s excellent reputation as a dog walker spreads, the number of dogs in his charge grows—from one dog to ten! Whether they’re frisky or happy, sniffy or snappy, Lyle must get them all walking together in harmony. But never fear—Lyle's winning smile and gentle ways will always save the doggie day! Young children will enjoy walking the dogs—and counting from one to ten—with Lyle. Praise for previous Lyle, Lyle Crocodile books: "[T]he happiest of creations by a talented and original artist." —Chicago Tribune "America’s favorite reptile." —Booklist

Lyle leaves his happy home with the Primms on East 88th Street to search for his mother, at the urging of his former employer, Hector P. Valenti, star of stage and screen.

It is called the Elemental Control. And it is failing. The elements are mere ghosts of their full forces. And, as it fails Delphi, I start to die. I need you to save me, the future of your home, and a very powerful boy." Earth, fire, water, wind. Four elements that make up everything Delphi knows to be normal. All her life, she has been a servant to a mysterious man named The Master - until The Master comes to her island home and asks her to undertake a dangerous task in the far-off, elemental lands. Delphi is alone in places with strange secrets and rules, with the fate of her world on her shoulders, and although she makes many friends she also attracts more dangerous attention... Leo has never known home - and he isn't exactly a normal boy. When he is kidnapped by a nameless man who tries to force Leo to reveal his powers, he finds he has nobody he can turn to - except a girl in his dreams called Delphi... Can Delphi find the Elemental Stones to bring the Control back into balance? Will she get to Leo's prison in time? And, when faced with the ultimate challenge, can Delphi find the inner strength to save everything she loves? A story about courage, friendship and finding where you belong. About the Author Esme Carpenter started writing at the age of twelve and since then has never looked back. Despite completing a five-book series by fifteen, she couldn't stop, resulting in a backlog of fantasy and science-fiction novels decaying on her harddrive, awaiting liberation (and possibly a good edit). An avid reader all her life, Esme always enjoyed stories. Her love of both writing and reading led her to the University of East Anglia to study English Literature and Creative Writing; she graduated summer 2011. Esme enjoys, amongst other things, comic books, video games and music, the latter of which gives her the best inspiration and is often used to drive her stories. At present she is writing a graphic novel. Against the Elements is her debut novel, written when she was fifteen and edited at the tender age of twenty-one. Esme lives in York, England, with a ridiculous amount of nerdy memorabilia.

Lyle, the crocodile, thought everyone loved him until the day he received a hate note from an anonymous despiser.

Eight brief episodes show that even best friends and sunny days can have shortcomings.

A loudly snoring mouse disturbs the residents of a quiet country house.

Count the dogs as Lyle the crocodile's dog walking business grows.

Lyle the crocodile exeriences many changes in his life when his mother moves in with the Primm family and Mrs. Primm announces she is expecting a baby.

Ira is thrilled to spend the night at Reggie's, until his sister raises the question of whether he should take his teddy bear.

A father and daughter explore their neighborhood, talking and asking questions as they go." -- T.p. verso.

Lyle, the crocodile, becomes jealous during the preparations for Joshua's birthday party.

Waber has created a wonderful book that introduces this famous president to young children. He begins his story by introducing a modern-day little boy who has a next door neighbor that looks just like Lincoln. This man not only looks like Lincoln, but he has many of the same likes and habits that our famous president had.

Humor gets me started. And funny situations. Sometimes a title will occur to me without a concept, for example, How to Go About Laying an Egg, and then I think about it and the plot line unfolds. (Bernie Waber)

Bernard is a dog sorely tried when his owners separate. He runs away rather than hurt either by his choice of owner and looks for new owners. Full-color illustrations.

Lyle is perfectly happy living with the Primms on East 88th St. until irritable Mr. Grumps next door changes all that.

Scat, a stray cat, has a difficult life. It is hard for Scat to find food, shelter and love. Scat's hardships are compared to a variety of other cats, all who have homes.

Book's by Bernard Waber

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