families
blue manatee press was founded in 2011 with the mission to create meaningful, enduring books that help bring grown-ups and children together. Our children’s books have an emphasis of turning off screens and experiencing the world through hands-on, creative play. To browse our selection of board and picture books, click the corresponding button below.
You can learn more about purchasing blue manatee press books by clicking here.
Our Top Picks and Best Sellers
Below is a selection of our top picks and best sellers in both board and picture books! blue manatee press is proud to offer high quality and award winning titles. The blue manatee press purple star in the upper right hand corner of the book indicates a special award or achievement.
Conveys American Academy of Pediatrics safe sleep guidelines from a baby's point-of-view, to help reduce the risk of SIDS.
Publishers Weekly Grade A
Find your inner strength with Gritty Kitty!
Rhyming text and whimsical illustrations provide an enchanting read-aloud celebrating the wonders of outer space. Sleepy Solar System is certain to send the imagination soaring!
Gold Medal, 2017 IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards
2016 Foreword INDIES Finalist
Billie will also teach you how brains are different, how doctors can help when they’re sick, and how to keep your brain healthy.
Independent Press Award
Moonbeam Gold Medal
Purple Dragonfly Award
Learning has never been so fun or colorful with Orange Triangle Fox and our ROYGBaby Concept Book Series. A Publishers Weekly Starred Review
Gear up for this fast-paced story about a monster truck race unlike any other in Little Monster Tucks Go!
Learn all about your heart from our lovable friend, Hank: what it’s made of, how it works and stays healthy, and ways it can be different.
Moonbeam Gold Medal
CCRF Mission Innovation Award
Learn about the Seasons in both English and Spanish with In Spring/En Primavera and our Bilingual Board Book Series.
Mr. Pumpkin’s Tea Party is a delightfully quirky counting book with gorgeous watercolor illustrations.
The blue manatee press star indicates a special award or achievement.
A celebration of early childhood, step by step: from first wobbly ones, to puddles, the park, and the day when that first pair of shoes no longer fit
Moonbeam Gold Medal
Learn about feelings with Cincinnati’s favorite celebrity, Fiona the Hippo in Fiona’s Feelings. Also available in Spanish.
This story of friendship explores how our differences can bring us together, with fun wordplay and alliteration.
2016 IPPY Awards Gold Medal
2015 International Book Awards Finalist
2015 Foreword INDIES Finalist
Where Can I Buy blue manatee press Books?
Families and individuals can purchase blue manatee press books at many independent bookstores around the United States, so shop local and support small businesses by checking out the stores in your area!
Support Local Bookstores
You can help support local and independent bookstores by purchasing blue manatee press books from Indiebound or Bookshop. Simply click either of the buttons below, and search by book or by location!
Buy Online
blue manatee press books are distributed by IPG and available at most major retail locations such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Indigo (Canada).
Additional Resources and Activities
For additional blue manatee press resources and activities including games, coloring pages, recipes, and more, check out the Rainy Day Resources page on our website by clicking the link below! New blue manatee press families are also welcome to download our Welcome Packet here.