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1 y separately published work icon How to Catch a Gingerbread Man Adam Wallace , Andy Elkerton (illustrator), Naperville : Sourcebooks , 2021 23062026 2021 single work picture book children's

'The famous storybook character has magically come to life and leapt from the pages during story time! 

'Follow along as the Gingerbread Man runs loose in a bookstore with the help of Robin Hood, Sherlock Holmes, Peter Rabbit, nursery rhyme characters, and more! If you set the right traps, you might...just might be able to catch this wily cookie and finish the fairy tale.'

Source : publisher's blurb

1 y separately published work icon How to Catch a Snowman Adam Wallace , Andy Elkerton (illustrator), Naperville : Sourcebooks , 2020 19697001 2020 single work picture book children's

'Our heroes' entry for the snowman contest has magically come to life--and ran away! Can YOU help catch it? Get ready for snow much fun as you travel through a winter wonderland with running, skating, and bouncing through trap after trap to catch the snowman and claim the winning prize. Will the snowman teach our heroes a lesson they'll never forget? Who snows!

'I don't thumpity-thump or give warm hugs--
that's for my snowman friends to do.
Clever kids will try to trap me, 
but who will catch me...YOU?'

(Source: publisher's blurb)

1 y separately published work icon How to Catch a Yeti Adam Wallace , Andy Elkerton (illustrator), Naperville : Sourcebooks , 2020 19555497 2020 single work picture book children's

'From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling team comes an new epic winter adventure in the How to Catch series

'When our brilliant Catch Club Kids hear about the legendary Yeti, they head to the mountains to catch a glimpse and prove it really exists Full of hilarious high jinks and clever traps, How to Catch a Yeti is a fun-filled ride you won't want to miss Will our Catch Club Kids catch the Yeti and prove he exists? Or will the Yeti remain a mystery to the world? Find out in How to Catch a Yeti

'Legend has it there lives a beast
we really want to meet.
He's extra huge with snow-white fur
and giant, fuzzy feet

'I know the Yeti does exist,
and I can prove it too
And with my friends, we'll find him fast
before the day is through' (Publication summary)

1 y separately published work icon How to Catch a Unicorn Adam Wallace , Andy Elkerton (illustrator), Naperville : Sourcebooks , 2019 16939277 2019 single work picture book children's

'Can you catch the unicorn?

You’ll have to use your brain,

So set your traps and prep your team

To pet that rainbow mane!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon How to Catch a Dinosaur Adam Wallace , Andy Elkerton (illustrator), Naperville : Sourcebooks , 2019 16939198 2019 single work picture book children's

'Can you catch a dinosaur

and prove they’re still around?

Use your brain and set your traps

to get that dino found!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon How to Catch a Turkey Adam Wallace , Andy Elkerton (illustrator), Naperville : Jabberwocky Sourcebooks , 2018 15400185 2018 single work picture book children's

'A turkey is running loose in a school right before a Thanksgiving play. Can YOU help catch it? Follow along as students turn their school upside down trying to catch the turkey, ending with a twist that ensures no turkeys are harmed (or eaten!).'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon How to Catch a Mermaid Adam Wallace , Andy Elkerton (illustrator), Illinois : Jabberwocky Sourcebooks , 2018 13861654 2018 single work picture book children's

'Last week I saw a mermaid.
It’s not something I’d pretend!
I’d really like to catch her
so she could be my friend.

But how to catch a mermaid?
You don’t learn this in school.
We’ll need to build a gentle trap
and start near the tide pool.

'Many claim to have caught a mermaid, but can YOU? Perfect for summer, the newest title in the New York Times bestselling How to Catch series will have children and parents excited to see if these characters can actually pull off catching a mermaid!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon How to Catch the Easter Bunny Adam Wallace , Andy Elkerton (illustrator), Illinois : Jabberwocky Sourcebooks , 2017 13855125 2017 single work picture book children's

'Is this the year you’ll be able to catch the Easter bunny in action? Start an Easter tradition with this fun and funny children’s book, from the New York Times bestselling creators of How to Catch a Leprechaun!

'“I’ve been working long and hard
'with all my peeps and crew.
'We’ve made the eggs, and now I’m here
'to bring them all to you!”'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon How to Catch a Monster Adam Wallace , Andy Elkerton (illustrator), Illinois : Sourcebooks , 2017 13854962 2017 single work picture book children's

'There's a monster in my closet,
with claws, and teeth, and hair,
and tonight, I'm going to scare him!
He lives just right through there...

'Get ready to laugh as a young ninja heads into the closet to meet the monster that’s been so scary night after night! But what if things aren’t what they seem and our monster isn’t scary at all? What if our ninja hero is about to make a friend of strangest sort?

'If you dare to travel beyond the closet door and into the land of the monsters… you might just find the very best reward of all. But with robots, lava pie, and a smattering of traps—catching monsters is no easy business!

'Is there a monster living in your closet? Are you brave enough to catch him? Parents and children will love sharing this fun and inventive picture book, which reminds us that things aren't always as scary as they seem.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon How to Catch the Tooth Fairy Adam Wallace , Andy Elkerton (illustrator), Illinois : Jabberwocky Sourcebooks , 2016 13855169 2016 single work picture book children's

'Losing a tooth is an exciting and notable event in the life of a child - what will the tooth fairy bring? Following up on the New York Times best-seller How to Catch a Leprechaun, this book presents a wonderfully creative opportunity for children and parents to have fun and celebrate together.

'How to catch the Tooth Fairy?

'It’s not an easy task.

'You can try to catch her,

'but she is just too fast!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon How to Catch an Elf Adam Wallace , Andy Elkerton (illustrator), Illinois : Jabberwocky Sourcebooks , 2016 13855078 2016 single work picture book children's

'You’ve been waiting all year long, and now it’s finally Christmas Eve! Is this the year you’ll finally catch an elf? Start a new Christmas tradition with this hilarious children’s book from the creators of the New York Times best-seller How to Catch a Leprechaun!

'“It’s Christmas Eve! Hip hip, hooray!
'Yes, Santa’s coming ‘round.
'He’s bringing toys to girls and boys
'in every house in town.”

'“Some kids have tried to catch him,
'but Santa’s fast, you see!
'So they’ve set their eyes on a smaller prize,
'and now they’re after me!”'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon How to Catch a Leprechaun Adam Wallace , Andy Elkerton (illustrator), Illinois : Jabberwocky Sourcebooks , 2016 13855029 2016 single work picture book children's

'You’ve been planning night and day, and finally you’ve created the perfect trap! Now all you need to do is wait. Is this the year you’ll finally catch the leprechaun? Start a St. Patrick’s Day tradition with this fun and lively children’s book.

'How to catch a leprechaun?
'It’s tougher than you think!
'He’ll turn your whole house upside down.
'He’s quicker than a wink!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

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