Mo Willems is an author, illustrator, animator, playwright and the inaugural Kennedy Center Education Artist-in-Residence. Willems is best known for his best-selling picture books, which have been awarded three Caldecott Honors (Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!; Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale; Knuffle Bunny Too: A Case of Mistaken Identity), two Theodor Seuss Geisel Awards, and five Geisel Honors (the Elephant & Piggie series). Willems began his career as a writer and animator on PBS's Sesame Street, where he garnered six Emmy Awards (writing). His live-action comedy special Don't Let the Pigeon Do Storytime! currently streams on HBOMax.
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Will the Pigeon Graduate? (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Will the Pigeon Graduate? (B&N Exclusive Edition)
The Pigeon had better graduate! He did the work! He paid attention to the little details! He overcame some BIG obstacles! The Pigeon’s got this . . . Or does he? This B&N Exclusive Edition includes a graduation-themed picture frame. Available March 4, pre-order now!
The Pigeon Series
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Explore the Smallest and Biggest Things in the Universe
Are You Small? and Are You Big?
After challenging perspective in Are You Big?, Mo Willems is back to reshape perspective yet again with Are You Small? This exploration of size, from a human down to the microscopic world, is a great way to get young minds thinking big picture.
After challenging perspective in Are You Big?, Mo Willems is back to reshape perspective yet again with Are You Small? This exploration of size, from a human down to the microscopic world, is a great way to get young minds thinking big picture.
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We Are in an ACT-ivity Book!: An ELEPHANT & PIGGIE Theatrical Event
We Are in an ACT-ivity Book!: An ELEPHANT & PIGGIE Theatrical Event
Elephant and Piggie (and all of their friends) take to the stage and show you the ins and outs of the theater. There's so much to do before the curtain rises!
Elephant & Piggie
See AllMeet Mo Willems’ Elephant Gerald and Piggie, winners of two Theodor Seuss Geisel Medals and recipients of five Geisel Honors! Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Elephant Gerald and Piggie are best friends.
Meet Mo Willems’ Elephant Gerald and Piggie, winners of two Theodor Seuss Geisel Medals and recipients of five Geisel Honors! Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Elephant Gerald and Piggie are best friends.
Coming Soon From Mo Willems and Dan Santat
Lefty (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Lefty (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Award winners Mo Willems and Dan Santat join hands in this innovative picture book about lefties (and righties)! The Barnes & Noble Exclusive Edition includes pop-out hand puppet props. Available December 3rd, pre-order today!
Coming Soon: A Hare-larious Tale About Bunnies
Me and Other Bunnies (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Me and Other Bunnies (B&N Exclusive Edition)
A hare-larious picture book about me bunnies, you bunnies, us bunnies and a lot of other bunnies. Our Exclusive Edition includes a sheet of bunny stickers. Available February 4, pre-order now!
Be the Bus
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Be the Bus: The Lost & Profound Wisdom of The Pigeon (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Be the Bus: The Lost & Profound Wisdom of The Pigeon (B&N Exclusive Edition)
A must-have book for grown-up Pigeon fans! Perfect for children of any age (even the child-at-heart), Be The Bus is classic Mo Willems at his best. Charm, wit, and familiarity — Mo Willems sits on the pedestal with Dr. Seuss. Be like Mo — Be the Bus and Be the Best. The Barnes & Noble Exclusive Edition features an original Pigeon patch in celebration of the Pigeon's 20th Anniversary.
Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale
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Unlimited Squirrels
See AllAn ensemble cast of Squirrels, Acorns, and pop-in guests hosts a page-turning extravaganza! Each book features a funny, furry adventure, bonus jokes, quirky quizzes, nutty facts, and so, so many Squirrels.
An ensemble cast of Squirrels, Acorns, and pop-in guests hosts a page-turning extravaganza! Each book features a funny, furry adventure, bonus jokes, quirky quizzes, nutty facts, and so, so many Squirrels.
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