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It's Okay to Miss the Bed on the First Jump
by John O'HurleyA charming and hilarious New York Times bestseller about the enduring wisdom of dogs, from the host of the enormously popular National Dog Show It's Okay to Miss the Bed on the First Jump is more than a mere celebration of man's best friend. In this lighthearted exploration of how and why dogs serve as some of our most valuable and enlightened teachers, well-known and well-loved actor/show host John O'Hurley shares lessons learned from his life with canine companions, including: *Every 15 Minutes Is a New Day *Never Miss a Nap *When One Person Stops Petting You, Move On *A Cold Can of Meat Is Still a Feast *You're Only as Big as You Think You Are "Dogs, after all, have pure hearts, trusting natures, a zest for living, noble characters, and an ability to take things in stride," writes O'Hurley in the book's introduction. "They can be counted on, and are pleasant companions. They know what's important, always. How many humans do you know about which you could say the same?" At once poignantly moving and laugh-out-loud funny, It's Okay to Miss the Bed on the First Jump is a must read for dog lovers everywhere.
It's Only Stanley
by Jon AgeeFans of Jon Klassen and Oliver Jeffers will love this mischievously funny read-aloud from award-winning author/illustrator Jon AgeeMysterious noises keep waking up the Wimbledon family. "That's very odd," says Mr. Wimbledon each time, but when he returns from checking on the sounds, he's always reassuring: "It's only Stanley; he's fixing the oil tank." "It's only Stanley; he's clearing the bathtub drain."But what Stanley the dog is actually doing while his oblivious family goes back to bed is deliciously absurd: he's turning the house into a rocket ship to zoom himself and his family to another planet for an alien encounter. This is a perfect rhyming read-aloud for fans of irreverent tales like Click Clack Moo and I Want My Hat Back.
It's Only Stanley (Into Reading, Read Aloud Module #2)
by Jon AgeeNIMAC-sourced textbook <P><P>Fans of Jon Klassen and Oliver Jeffers will love this mischievously funny read-aloud from award-winning author/illustrator Jon Agee <P><P>Mysterious noises keep waking up the Wimbledon family. "That's very odd," says Mr. Wimbledon each time, but when he returns from checking on the sounds, he's always reassuring: "It's only Stanley; he's fixing the oil tank." "It's only Stanley; he's clearing the bathtub drain." <P><P>But what Stanley the dog is actually doing while his oblivious family goes back to bed is deliciously absurd: he's turning the house into a rocket ship to zoom himself and his family to another planet for an alien encounter. This is a perfect rhyming read-aloud for fans of irreverent tales like Click Clack Moo and I Want My Hat Back.
It's Raining Cats! It's Raining Dogs! It's Raining Bats! And Pollywogs!
by Sherry WestOne very unusual day, it rains, but not the kind that&’s expected . . .&“The heavens opened and down they sent one quite noisy elephant!&”And so, begins a very hilarious downpour of confused, amused, bemused, grumpy, frumpy, mumpy, lumpy, highly annoyed, and patiently suffering zoo full of animals onto an unseen town down below!&“We have to duck and run for cover while chickens cluck and near us hover! They&’re raining fast all over town! I wonder what else is coming down???&”Parents and educators alike enjoy reading this hilarious, highly-engaging and appealing book with its lyrical text and giggly-wiggly pictures to children, who quickly and easily acquire important language and reading skills along their merry way.
It's Raining, It's Pouring (The Adventures of Sophie Mouse #10)
by Poppy GreenSophie Mouse and her furry friends prepare for a big storm that’s headed right for Silverlake Forest in this tenth charming book of The Adventures of Sophie Mouse series!Sophie Mouse has been preparing for the first-ever Silverlake Forest Spring Fling for weeks. She has come up with activities, like a Lily Pad Dance, she’s thought of games to play, and she’s created all sorts of fun hats, masks, and other costumes for her friends to wear. But the day of the Spring Fling is approaching, and Sophie’s twitching whiskers are telling her that the rain is too! Sure enough, it rains and it pours. Will Sophie figure out a way to save the day or will all her hard work go to down the drain? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Adventures of Sophie Mouse chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
It's Ramadan, Curious George (Curious George Ser.)
by Hena Khan H. A. Rey H. A. ReyGeorge celebrates Ramadan with his friend Kareem. “A groundbreaking new book that also tries to span the cultural chasm for a new generation.” —The New YorkerGeorge helps Kareem with his first fast and joins in the evening celebration of tasting treats and enjoying a special meal. Then George helps make gift baskets to donate to the needy, and watches for the crescent moon with the man in the yellow hat. Finally, George joins in the Eid festivities to mark the end of his very first Ramadan.This playful book makes a great holiday gift for all fans of Curious George—those who celebrate Ramadan, and those who are learning about it for the first time.“To help overcome Islamophobia and foster mutual respect, acceptance and understanding, teachers, parents, community leaders and librarians can use books like these to educate children about Muslims while enhancing religious literacy.” —The Huffington Post “I hope [this book] makes it into the hands of Muslim children who need it and any child curious about Ramadan and Islam. Parents, this is how we teach love.” —Read It Real Good
It's Simple, Said Simon
by Mary Ann Hoberman Meilo SoOne day, a boy goes out for a walk. He encounters a dog, a cat, and a horse. The dog dares him to growl, the cat dares him to stretch, and the horse dares him to jump. "It's simple," says Simon. Then he meets a tiger, who challenges him to all three dares, with increasing difficulty. Will the boy best the tiger, or the tiger best the boy?From the Hardcover edition.
It's Snowing, Leonard! (Look! It's Leonard!)
by Jessie JamesFollow Leonard on the search to find his scarf during the chilly Christmas holiday!Meet Leonard, a caring little shrew, in this enchanting snowy story, as the Shrew family are off on a chilly Christmas holiday to Iceland. Most of the shrews haven&’t experienced cold, wintery weather before so when it starts to snow, they can&’t wait to go outside – especially, little Leonard! But before they can play in the snow, they must wrap up warm. But wait, where is Leonard&’s scarf? Go on a journey with Leonard as he searches for his scarf in this heartwarming picture book.This engaging children&’s story book offers:- Simple and amusing text that is ideal for children to read aloud.- Colorful, funny illustrations that bring the quirky characters to life.- A strong message about being kind and putting others first.This heart-warming picture book introduces young children to winter and has an underlying message about kindness and putting others first. It&’s Snowing, Leonard! is the ideal animal book for adults to share with their little ones.
It's So Quiet: A Not-Quite-Going-to-Bed Book
by Sherri Duskey RinkerMake some noise! Bestselling picture book stars Sherri Duskey Rinker and Tony Fucile invite you on a rollicking cumulative read-aloud perfect for bedtime or storytime!It's time for bed, but one little mouse just can't get to sleep. It's TOO QUIET! But the night is full of rhythmic sounds, from the croak of the bullfrog to the howl of a coyote on a distant hill. As the symphony of nighttime sounds builds and builds in this rollicking read-aloud, the mouse starts to wonder whether he wouldn't like a little MORE quiet.From the bestselling author of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site comes a silly, noisy bedtime book that will have parents and children squealing, croaking, and laughing along—before settling themselves down for a quiet night's sleep.• BESTSELLING AUTHOR: With five #1 New York Times bestselling picture books to date, Sherri Rinker has won the hearts of millions of fans with the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series.• GREAT BEDTIME READ-ALOUD: Soft and sweet rhymes build to a hilarious nighttime chorus before settling back down to sleep. Little readers will delight in the humor and interactivity of this bedtime book, just right for a fun read-aloud that encourages appreciation of bedtime's soothing quiet.• A GO-TO BOOK FOR PARENTS: Does your child love animal noises and funny read-alouds? This book will engage even the most rambunctious readers, and become a bedtime favorite.Perfect for:• Parents, grandparents, and caregivers• Librarians• Kindergarten and elementary school teachers• Fans of Sherri Duskey Rinker
It's Time to Sleep, My Love
by Eric Metaxas"It's time to sleep, it's time to sleep," the fishes croon in waters deep. The songbirds sing in trees above, "It's time to sleep, my love, my love." As children prepare for bed, the world around them is also settling down for the night. Through the seasons, animals who live in the jungle, the forest, and the sea all whisper to their babies, and to yours, a soft refrain: "It's time to sleep, my love." As warm as a good night hug, this lullaby is lovingly brought to life by bestselling artist Nancy Tillman, whose illustrations celebrate the wonders of the natural world, and the bonds of family.
It's Time to Wake Up!: Independent Reading Orange 6 (Reading Champion #472)
by Jenny JinksThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Cluck the cockerel knows his job on the farm is very important: he must wake all the other animals to do their work! The only problem is ... Cluck has no idea when he should crow! This funny and heart-warming story shows the value of kindness and helping a friend in need.Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.
It's True (Little Critter:)
by Mercer MayerJoin Little Critter® as he learns why it’s important to tell the whole truth—and not just part of it.Since 1975, Mercer Mayer has been writing and illustrating stories about a little ball of fur named Little Critter and the antics he stumbles into while growing up. Thomas Nelson is thrilled to bring this beloved brand to the Christian market with the launch of Inspired Kids, a new line of faith-based books featuring Little Critter.Little Critter thinks that sometimes it’s easier to tell part of the truth instead of the whole truth. In this second book in the Inspired Kids line, Little Critter learns quickly that lying has consequences and that telling the truth, no matter how hard, is always the right thing to do.
It's Valentine's Day, Chloe Zoe!
by Jane SmithChloe Zoe's class is having a valentine exchange! Chloe Zoe made valentines for all her classmates, including an extra-special red-robot-cherry-lollipop valentine for her extra-special friend George. But when it comes time to hand them out, the special valentine for George is missing! Can Chloe Zoe and her friends work together to find the missing valentine?
It's a Book
by Lane SmithPlayful and lighthearted with a subversive twist that is signature Lane Smith, IT’S A BOOK is a delightful manifesto on behalf of print in the digital age. This satisfying, perfectly executed picture book has something to say to readers of all stripes and all ages.
It's a Dog's Life (Hank the Cowdog Series, #3)
by John R. EricksonHank contracts a mysterious case of "soap hydrophobia" while visiting his sister in town and ends up imprisoned in the dog pound.
It's a Dog's Life (McGrowl #2)
by Bob BalabanThomas & McGrowl are back for more canine capers! A suspicious mayoral candidate has his eye on the quiet town of Cedar Springs. It's up to Thomas & McGrowl to use their powers and McGrowl's bionic-doggie strengths to sniff out the truth.
It's a Dog's Life...but It's Your Carpet: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Your Four-legged Friend
by Justine A. LeeWhy does my dog lick his balls? Admit it; you've always wanted to know. Well, finally there's a professional out there who's not too embarrassed to answer-bone-fide veterinarian, critical-care specialist, and dog lover Dr. Justine A. Lee. It's a Dog's Life . . . but It's Your Carpet takes you behind the scenes to look at the training and off-the-record opinions of a certified vet, and answers all the questions you've always wanted to ask about your dog, including: Is a dog's nose a good indicator of his health? Can a Chihuahua and a Great Dane mate? Why do dogs eat their own poop? What's the smartest breed? Can I get my dog's ears pierced? Why does my dog roll around in rotting feces? If I mix food coloring with Fluffy's kibble, will it make her poop easier to find in the yard? Written by one of two hundred veterinary board-certified emergency critical-care specialists in the world,It's a Dog's Life . . . but It's Your Carpet offers factual and funny answers to some of the most common, offbeat questions about our beloved companions. Whether you're looking for advice on pet rearing, solutions to your dog's most frustrating habits, explanations of his weirdest quirks, or simply a good laugh, this book is sure to inform-and entertain-dog lovers of every breed.
It's a Dog-Eat-Dog World (McGrowl #5)
by Bob Balaban5th in kids' mystery series about a boy and his dog.
It's a Moose!
by Meg RosoffFrom award-winning author Meg Rosoff comes this clever, laugh-out-loud picture book about a family's surprising newest member--a moose!When he first arrives, everyone is expecting the usual kind of baby. But right away, his family notices there's something different about this one. Instead of two feet, he has four hooves. Instead of drinking milk, he eats twigs and weeds. Instead of a tiny human, they bring home a moose baby! With his long legs, silky ears, and sturdy antlers, the moose baby is admired everywhere he goes. Everyone wishes they had a moose baby too. But what will happen when he starts to outgrow their little home?Here's a delightfully quirky and completely irresistible new sibling picture book about the true meaning of family and the power of love to transcend any difference.
It's a Tiger!
by David Larochelle Jeremy TankardKids and parents alike will rejoice in this lively read-aloud picture book, as the main character runs into (and away from) a tiger over and over again as the plot gets sillier and sillier. Perfect for acting out while reading, It's a Tiger! offers just the right amount of excitement without being too scary, and a sweet ending with a bit of a twist.
It's a Wonderful Woof: A Chet & Bernie Mystery (A Chet & Bernie Mystery #12)
by Spencer QuinnINSTANT USA TODAY BESTSELLER Spencer Quinn's It's a Wonderful Woof presents a holiday adventure for Chet the dog, “the most lovable narrator in crime fiction” (Boston Globe), and his human partner, PI Bernie Little.Holiday time in the Valley, and in the holiday spirit—despite the dismal shape of the finances at the Little Detective Agency—Bernie refers a potential client to Victor Klovsky, a fellow private eye. It’s also true that the case—promising lots of online research but little action—doesn’t appeal to Bernie, while it seems perfect for Victor, who is not cut out for rough stuff. But Victor disappears in a rough-stuff way, and when he doesn’t show up at his mom’s to light the Hanukkah candles, she hires Chet and Bernie to find him.They soon discover that Victor’s client has also vanished. The trail leads to the ruins of a mission called Nuestra Señora de los Saguaros, dating back to the earliest Spanish explorers. Some very dangerous people are interested in the old mission. Does some dusty archive hold the secret of a previously unknown art treasure, possibly buried for centuries? What does the Flight into Egypt—when Mary, Joseph and the baby Jesus fled Herod—have to do with saguaros, the Sonoran desert cactus?No one is better than Chet at nosing out buried secrets, but before he can, he and Bernie are forced to take flight themselves, chased through a Christmas Eve blizzard by a murderous foe who loves art all too much.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
It's the Little Things: The Pocket Pigs' Guide to Living Your Best Life
by Richard AustinPut your best hoof forward. Combining the irresistible sweetness of the Pocket Pigs of Pennywell Farm with words of wisdom about embracing all that life has to offer, It’s the Little Things is a book filled to the brim with inspirational mantras and adorable animal appreciation. On spread after spread we see heart-melting, full-color images of these mini pigs—lounging on tiny beach chairs, getting creative with paint, nuzzling with other farm animals, popping out of flower bushes—paired with their favorite words on creativity and fearlessness and relishing all of the small things that make life great. Small in stature but mighty in joy, here are the Pocket Pigs to remind us in the most playful and unassuming way to be grateful, stay curious, and keep ourselves open to the magic of life.
Italian Greyhound (Comprehensive Owner's Guide)
by Dino MazzantiThe very definition of elegance in a toy dog, the Italian Greyhound is a breathtakingly perfect miniature dog whose beauty has inspired artists-and dog lovers-for centuries. <P><P>More slender and tiny than the race dog whose name he shares, the Italian Greyhound today ornaments the homes of devoted owners around the world, just as he once graced the divans of European nobility in days gone by. This Comprehensive Owner's Guide paints a lifelike portrait of this graceful toy dog that continues to enchant his keepers with his affectionate, vivacious ways. The history chapter, illustrated with artwork and antique photographs, retells the heritage of the Italian Greyhound, from Greece and Turkey to southern Europe to England and America. The chapter on the breed's characteristics focuses on whether this miniature wonder is the right dog to fit into a potential owner's household, enumerating the breed's specific requirements, personality traits, and health concerns, all of vital interest to a future IG owner.New owners will welcome the well-prepared chapter on finding a reputable breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy. Chapters on puppy-proofing the home and yard, purchasing the right supplies for the puppy as well as house-training, feeding, and grooming are illustrated with photographs of handsome adults and puppies. In all, there are over 135 full-color photographs in this useful and reliable volume. The author's advice on obedience training will help the reader better mold and train into the most well-mannered dog in the neighborhood. The extensive and lavishly illustrated chapter on healthcare provides up-to-date detailed information on selecting a qualified veterinarian, vaccinations, preventing and dealing with parasites, infectious diseases, and more. Sidebars throughout the text offer helpful hints, covering topics as diverse as historical dogs, breeders, or kennels, toxic plants, first aid, crate training, carsickness, fussy eaters, and parasite control. Fully indexed.
Itch!: Everything You Didn't Want to Know About What Makes You Scratch
by Gilbert Ford Anita SanchezEverybody gets itchy, and every kid will love this title that scratches the itch to know more and about the history, anatomy, botany, biology behind it. Perfect for fans of Grossology books looking for something more substantive and dynamic. You can feel it coming on—that terrible, tortuous ITCH. As irritating as an itch is, it is also your body’s way of sending you a message you can’t miss, like you’ve brushed up against poison ivy or lice have taken up residence in your hair. None of which you’d know without that telltale itch! And there are so many things that make us itch—from fungus to fleas, mosquitoes to nettles, poison ivy to tarantulas! Combining history, anatomy, laugh-out-loud illustrations, and even tips to avoid—and soothe—the itch, Anita Sanchez and Gilbert Ford take readers on an intriguing (and sometimes disgusting) look into what makes you scratch.
Itching to Love
by Shelley MickleA beloved NPR storyteller and award-winning author discovers life after kids when a neighbor's dog steals her things--and her heart--in this hilarious and uplifting memoir.In this hilarious memoir, award-winning author Shelley Fraser Mickle takes readers on a humorous yet heartwarming and intimate journey into a slice of her life. Itching to Love gives readers not only laughs but also a realization that their own lives are a singular magnificence enhanced by unexpected detours. Shelley shares how a woman discovers her neighbor&’s dog has been stealing her things and stashing them next to his food bowl and forcing her to ponder, What did he see in her that she did not see in herself? Never in her wildest dreams would she have predicted that she would fall in love with a dog with yellow snake eyes who refuses to let her be owned by anyone else. In this short memoir you will find yourself smiling, laughing, and crying as Shelley introduces you to astronauts, Founding Fathers, family members we can all relate to, along with many others who educated her heart. And, of course, Buddy the ordinary dog who sensed she was secretly harboring an unrecognized sorrow. When her second novel Replacing Dad was translated into film, one reviewer said it was the funniest story since Auntie Mame. Yes, Shelley is indeed funny, which is why NPR in Washington D.C. called one day to ask her to tell her stories on Morning Edition, which she did for six years.