Anna Membrino

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Anna Membrino was born and raised in Washington, DC. She attended Sidwell Friends School there, then Connecticut College in New London, CT where she studied Environmental Writing & Literature and Philosophy. In addition to her work as an editor and author, Anna coaches Ultimate Frisbee at New York University and plays the sport competitively. She lives in New York City.

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My Moms Love Me Mar 1, 2022

by Anna Membrino, Joy Hwang Ruiz

( 5 )

$10.99

Cuddle up and celebrate love in this picture book that shines a spotlight on LGBTQ+ moms!

“A hug from Mommy, warm and tight.

A squeeze from Mama feels just right.

This is how my mommies say,

‘We love you, baby, night and day!”’

Two mommies share a perfect day with their little one in this joyful picture book! From visiting animals on a farm and sharing a car ride sing-along, to a sudsy bath-time and bedtime snuggles galore, love and warmth beam out of every pag. Rhyming, rhythmic text from author Anna Membrino is the perfect storytime read-aloud, paired alongside luminous, glowing illustrations from artist Joy Hwang Ruiz. With the lyrical sweetness of favorites like I Love You Through and Through and Guess How Much I Love You, this padded board book is the perfect way to celebrate love for LGBTQ+ families!

A just-right gift for new parents, Mothers' Day, baby showers, birthdays, and more.

"Palpable joy radiates from the center of this little, close-knit family.... lovely." -- Kirkus Reviews

Other Formats: Hardcover , Board book

Big Shark, Little Shark (Step into Reading) May 9, 2017

by Anna Membrino, Tim Budgen

( 9,717 )

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Just when you thought it was safe to read an early reader . . . SHARK!

This fun Step 1 book about two sharks is a study in opposites. Big Shark has big teeth; Little Shark has little teeth. Big Shark swims fast; Little Shark swims slow. But they are both hungry! Will they each succeed in finding a tasty snack? Little Shark is hoping that he won’t become fast food for Big Shark!

Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

Other Formats: Library Binding , Paperback , Board book

I Look Up To... Serena Williams Jun 11, 2019

by Anna Membrino, Fatti Burke

( 92 )

$7.99

If you can see it, you can be it! Introduce your child to powerful feminist role models with this series of inspirational board books.

It's never too early to introduce your child to the people you admire! This board book distills tennis superstar Serena Williams's excellent qualities into an eminently shareable read-aloud text with graphic, eye-catching illustrations.

Each spread highlights an important trait, and is enhanced by a quote from Serena herself. Kids will grow up hearing the words of this powerful, determined woman and will learn what YOU value in a person!

The I LOOK UP TO... series aims to shed a spotlight on women making a difference in the world today, and to encourage young kids to follow in their footsteps! Look for other books in the series about Michelle Obama, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Malala Yousafzai!

Other Formats: Board book

Big Shark, Little Shark Go to School (Step into Reading) Jun 4, 2019

by Anna Membrino, Tim Budgen

( 179 )

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A silly school-themed sequel to the popular Step 1 Reader Big Shark, Little Shark!

Everyone's favorite odd couple (of sharks) returns in this funny Step 1 book! And now it's time for school! Big Shark and Little Shark continue to be opposites in every way. Little Shark is excited for school and shows up to the bus stop early. Big Shark...doesn't show up at all! Will Big Shark and Little Shark be late on their first day?

Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

Other Formats: Hardcover , Paperback

Big Shark, Little Shark, Baby Shark (Step into Reading) May 26, 2020

by Anna Membrino, Tim Budgen

( 71 )

$4.99

Just when you thought it was safe...Big Shark and Little Shark return in this funny new Step 1 Reader, pursued by...Baby Shark!

Big Shark and Little Shark may be opposites, but they agree on one thing--neither wants to play with Baby Shark. Baby Shark is too small and slow to be any fun...right? What happens when Mommy Shark, Daddy Shark, Grandpa Shark, and Grandma Shark find out that Baby Shark is being snubbed? Dun dun dun dun dun dun! All's well that ends well in this easily decodable and oh-so-familiar story of big kids and little kids resolving their conflicts. The book conveys a great social-emotional lesson about apologizing and inclusion in a funny way! Look for these other funny stories: Big Shark, Little Shark and Big Shark, Little Shark Go to School.

Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

Other Formats: Library Binding , Paperback

Big Shark, Little Shark, and the Missing Teeth (Step into Reading) Jun 7, 2022

by Anna Membrino, Tim Budgen

$4.99

Hurray! Big Shark lost another tooth! Little Shark wishes he would lose his first tooth. Emergent readers who are losing teeth of their own will love this funny and easy-to-read Step 1.

Sharks lose teeth all the time! But Little Shark hasn't lost a single tooth...yet. And then Big Shark can't find his missing teeth that he's collected. Where could they be? Shark fans and emergent readers will enjoy all the books starring this funny pair of opposites:

Big Shark, Little Shark
Big Shark, Little Shark Go to School
Big Shark, Little Shark, Baby Shark
Big Shark, Little Shark and the Spooky Cave.

Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

Other Formats: Library Binding , Paperback

I Look Up To...Misty Copeland Nov 5, 2019

by Anna Membrino, Fatti Burke

( 83 )

$7.99

If you can see it, you can be it! Introduce your child to powerful feminist role models with this series of inspirational board books.

It's never too early to introduce your child to the people you admire! This board book distills American ballet dancer Misty Copeland's excellent qualities into an eminently shareable read-aloud text with graphic, eye-catching illustrations.

Each spread highlights an important trait, and is enhanced by a quote from Misty herself. Kids will grow up hearing the words of this powerful, determined woman and will learn what YOU value in a person!

The I LOOK UP TO... series aims to shed a spotlight on women making a difference in the world today, and to encourage young kids to follow in their footsteps! Look for other books in the series about Michelle Obama, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Serena Williams, Malala Yousafzai, and Oprah Winfrey!

Other Formats: Board book

I Look Up To...Oprah Winfrey Nov 5, 2019

by Anna Membrino, Fatti Burke

( 42 )

$7.99

If you can see it, you can be it! Introduce your child to powerful feminist role models with this series of inspirational board books.

It's never too early to introduce your child to the people you admire! This board book distills powerhouse guru Oprah Winfrey's excellent qualities into an eminently shareable read-aloud text with graphic, eye-catching illustrations.

Each spread highlights an important trait, and is enhanced by a quote from Oprah herself. Kids will grow up hearing the words of this powerful, determined woman and will learn what YOU value in a person!

The I LOOK UP TO... series aims to shed a spotlight on women making a difference in the world today, and to encourage young kids to follow in their footsteps! Look for other books in the series about Michelle Obama, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Serena Williams, Malala Yousafzai, and Misty Copeland!

Other Formats: Board book

I Look Up To... Ruth Bader Ginsburg Oct 2, 2018

by Anna Membrino, Fatti Burke

( 954 )

$7.99

If you can see it, you can be it! Introduce your child to your role models with this series of inspirational board books.

It's never too early to introduce your child to the people you admire! This board book distills Ruth Bader Ginsburg's excellent qualities into deliciously illustrated little baby-sized bites, with text designed to share and read aloud.

Each spread highlights an important trait, and is enhanced by a quote from RBG herself. Kids will grow up hearing the words of this influential woman and will learn what YOU value in a person!

The I LOOK UP TO . . . series aims to shine a spotlight on women making a difference in the world today, and to encourage young kids to follow in their footsteps!

Other Formats: Board book

I Look Up To... Michelle Obama Oct 2, 2018

by Anna Membrino, Fatti Burke

( 455 )

$7.99

If you can see it, you can be it! Introduce your child to your role models with this series of inspirational board books.

It's never too early to introduce your child to the people you admire! This board book distills Michelle Obama's excellent qualities into deliciously illustrated little baby-sized bites, with text designed to share and read aloud.

Each spread highlights an important trait, and is enhanced by a quote from Michelle herself. Kids will grow up hearing the words of this influential woman and will learn what YOU value in a person!

The I LOOK UP TO . . . series aims to shine a spotlight on women making a difference in the world today, and to encourage young kids to follow in their footsteps!

Other Formats: Board book

I Look Up To... Malala Yousafzai Jun 11, 2019

by Anna Membrino, Fatti Burke

( 126 )

$7.99

If you can see it, you can be it! Introduce your child to powerful feminist role models with this series of inspirational board books.

It's never too early to introduce your child to the people you admire--such as Malala Yousafzai, the activist for girls' education and Nobel Peace Prize winner! This board book distills Malala's excellent qualities into an eminently shareable read-aloud text with graphic, eye-catching illustrations.

Each spread highlights an important trait, and is enhanced by a quote from Malala herself. Kids will grow up hearing the words of this inspiring woman and will learn what YOU value in a person!

The I LOOK UP TO... series aims to shed a spotlight on women making a difference in the world today, and to encourage young kids to follow in their footsteps! Look for other books in the series about Michelle Obama, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Serena Williams!

Other Formats: Board book

I Want to be a Ballerina Aug 26, 2014

by Anna Membrino, Smiljana Coh

( 81 )

$4.99

When Mia tries to become a ballerina just like her big sister, she discovers that getting the right outfit is just the beginning. Despite great effort, there are lots of mishaps, and Mia doesn’t quite become the prima ballerina she hoped to be. But she does finally earn her true reward: time with her sister.

Other Formats: Hardcover

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