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Madeline
by Ludwig BemelmansMadeline, smallest and naughtiest of the twelve little charges of Miss Clavel, wakes up one night with an attack of appendicitis. Images and image descriptions available.
Madeline's Rescue
by Ludwig BemelmansThe lively adventures of the twelve famous little girls and Genevieve, the dog, take us once more to Bemelmans' unique and delightful Paris. Images and image descriptions available.
Sam the Minuteman (I Can Read Level 3)
by Nathaniel BenchleyIn this exciting classic early reader, Nathaniel Benchly re-creates what it must have been like for a young boy to fight in the Battle of Lexington. Arnold Lobel's vivid pictures give a poignant reality to the famous battle that marked the beginning of the American Revolution.This is historical fiction that pulls in young readers in first and second grade, even reluctant readers. Great for home or classroom units on and discussions about colonial America and the start of the American Revolution."Benchley's expressive words and Lobel's vivid drawings portray a realistic story," Publishers Weekly wrote.Father and son rushed to the village green. Other Minutemen were already there. Through the long night they waited and waited. Then, at dawn, the soldiers came!
The Book About Nothing
by Mike BenderFans of The Book with No Pictures and A Perfectly Messed-Up Story will enjoy this innovative and wildly funny read-aloud from the adult humor bestselling authors of Awkward Family Photos and T-Rex Trying. This book has nothing to do with rainbows, rocket ships, meatballs, or wizards. Instead, it&’s full of zip, zilch, diddly-squat, bupkus. But don&’t worry, reading this book isn&’t all for nothing, because sometimes nothing is actually something. Like if you pick up all the toys in your room, what will be on the floor? NOTHING. When you take a bath, what are you wearing? NOTHING. And when you shut the lights off to go to bed, what do you see? NOTHING. Mike Bender and Hugh Murphy stop at nothing to explore the key concepts of nothing and zero using playful language and hilarious illustrations.
The End Is Just the Beginning
by Mike BenderA timely message of hope and comfort, this stunning picture book is the perfect treasure to share with anyone trying to navigate these uncertain times—or any life transition! Starting a book at the end may seem confusing. But the end of one thing is just the beginning of something new in this innovative and heartfelt book from #1 New York Times bestselling author Mike Bender. Accompanied by beautiful and inspiring illustrations by Diana Mayo, this story is ideal for helping kids understand how to meet life&’s challenges with optimism and hope. A wonderful gift for all ages.
"Oh, No," Said Elephant
by A. H. BenjaminAll the animals want to play hide-and-seek, but– “oh, no!” –Elephant isn't very good at that. He's too easy to find. What about leap-frog? He's not good at that, either. What about hopscotch, or skipping, or tag? No, no and no. Poor Elephant isn't very good at many games, and the animals are starting to get frustrated with him. Luckily there is one game Elephant loves to play, and the animals oblige him, though they may have to say "oh, no!" themselves when he wants to play it again. This rollicking, silly, repetitive text will have young readers laughing out loud and asking to read it again.
The House That Ruth Built
by Kelly BennettIt&’s Opening Day! Yankee Stadium towers grand, gleaming, and ready! On April 18, 1923, the New York Yankees played against the Boston Red Sox in their very first game in the brand-new Yankee Stadium. All the key players were there—future Hall of Famers Babe Ruth, Waite Hoyt, Bob Shawkey, Miller Huggins—and so were the supporters—Eddie Bennett, the legendary Yankee batboy; Jack Lenz, Yankee Stadium&’s first public announcer; five-year-old Little Ray Kelly, Babe&’s lucky charm; and more than 70,000 fans! Every person in the stadium on opening day was part of this legendary event, and now you can be too. With beautiful, true-to-event illustrations reminiscent of Norman Rockwell, and with facts on every page about the stadium, the teams, and that very first fateful game that christened the original Yankee Stadium, The House That Ruth Built is the perfect book for kids and baseball fans everywhere. Take a step into the past and watch the baseball greats make history!
Draw What You See: The Life and Art of Benny Andrews
by Kathleen BensonBenny Andrews loved to draw. He drew his nine brothers and sisters, and his parents. He drew the red earth of the fields where they all worked, the hot sun that beat down, and the rows and rows of crops. As Benny hauled buckets of water, he made pictures in his head. And he dreamed of a better life—something beyond the segregation, the backbreaking labor, and the limited opportunities of his world. Benny’s dreams took him far from the rural Georgia of his childhood. He became one of the most important African American painters of the twentieth century, and he opened doors for other artists of color. His story will inspire budding young artists to work hard and follow their dreams.
Bad Bunny
by Jonathan BentleyLaugh along with a very naughty bunny in this hilarious new picture book from Jonathan Bentley!Bad Bunny likes to play tricks, put spicy sauce on vegetables, and bathe in slime. But when a fox comes into the woods, can Bad Bunny save the day and use his mischief for good?With a laugh-out-loud rhyming text and bright, comic illustrations, this book is a can't-miss for the younger set. Perfect for fans of Pig the Pug and The Bad Seed!
Where is Bear?
by Jonathan BentleyPerfect for fans of the classic We&’re Going on a Bear Hunt, this adventurous and endearing picture book follows a little boy searching high and low for his missing bear. Features a surprise ending! Where is Bear?Is Bear in the dresser?Is Bear in the bathroom?Is Bear on the swing? It&’s almost bedtime, and a little boy can&’t seem to find his beloved Bear! Children will love joining in the irresistible search for Bear and finding where he is on every page . . . and they will love the surprise ending even more!
Little Penguin and the Mysterious Object (I Can Read Level 1)
by Tadgh BentleyLittle Penguin solves his first mystery in this hilarious new I Can Read! adventure by Little Penguin Gets the Hiccups author Tadgh Bentley. For new readers who are fans of Mo Willems’s Elephant and Piggie series and Adam Rubin’s Dragons Love Tacos. Little Penguin has found something. But he’s not sure what it could possibly be. Luckily, penguins are great detectives—and he and his friends are on the case! Will they be able to solve the mystery? Little Penguin and the Mysterious Object is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
Little Penguin Gets the Hiccups
by Tadgh BentleyPoor Little Penguin has a major case of the HIC! hiccups.It all started last week on chili night. Since then he's tried everything to get rid of them, but nothing HIC! works.So when his friend Franklin suggests that a good scare might do the trick, Little Penguin is willing to give it a try. . . . All he needs is a little help from YOU!Can you help Little Penguin HIC! cure his hiccups?From debut author-illustrator Tadgh Bentley, Little Penguin Gets the Hiccups is a sweetly hilarious tale of icebergs, chili, and playful surprises that puts its readers at the very center of the story.
Little Penguin's New Friend (I Can Read Level 1)
by Tadgh BentleyThe first I Can Read! book featuring beloved picture book character Little Penguin, star of Little Penguin Gets the Hiccups—a laugh-out-loud romp!For new readers who are fans of Mo Willems’s Elephant and Piggie series and Adam Rubin’s Dragons Love Tacos.A polar bear is coming to visit! Little Penguin has never met a polar bear, but his friends have heard they are scary, with sharp teeth and terrifying roars—and that they tell very bad jokes. But Little Penguin knows you can’t believe everything you hear, right?Little Penguin’s New Friend is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
The End (Almost)
by Jim BentonA new picture book from the hilarious author of the bestselling Dear Dumb Diary series!When Donut the bear is told his story is over and he has to leave, he donut want to do it. After all, he hasn't had a chance to have any fun! Will Donut's sneaky schemes and elaborate disguises be enough to keep his story from ending?Donut's silly antics in this clever picture book from New York Times bestselling author Jim Benton are sure to delight kids who never want their favorite stories toreach The End.
Five Stinky Socks: A Counting Book
by Jim BentonOne silly monster searches for his super stinky socks in this clever counting book from the New York-Times–bestselling author of the Catwad series!Jim Benton, “the mastermind behind the It’s Happy Bunny and Dear Dumb Diary series” (Publishers Weekly), presents a rollicking new book that will leave toddlers laughing while they learn about counting . . . 1 stinky sock. I’ll tell you why it stinks.I used it to wash dirty dishes in the kitchen sink.2 stinky socks. I found one in my shoe.It’s black and white just like a skunk and smells as bad—pee-eww!
Piggy Paints: A Big & Little Book
by Jim BentonJim Benton brings on the humor in a brand-new line of board books! In Piggy Paints, one adorable pig spends his day painting pictures big and little! Piggy paints big. Piggy paints little. Piggy paints pigs with a kitty in the middle. Piggy paints little. Piggy paints big. Piggy paints a pretty little polka-dot pig. Jim Benton, the international bestselling author and illustrator of Dear Dumb Diary, presents a clever, rollicking new board book program that will leave toddlers wide-eyed and laughing. Fans of Sandra Boynton will rejoice in this fresh line of funny stories! Each board book features: - Hilarious stories based on early concepts - Endearing characters - Young, bold, colorful artwork
Robot Kitties: An Up & Down Book (Jim Benton Board Books)
by Jim BentonJim Benton brings on the humor in a brand-new line of board books! Follow mechanical cats up, down, and all around in Robot Kitties! Robot kitties everywhere! They're on the ground. They're in the air. They're flying low. They're flying high, some far away, and some nearby. Jim Benton, the international bestselling author and illustrator of Dear Dumb Diary, presents a clever, rollicking new board book program that will leave toddlers wide-eyed and laughing. Fans of Sandra Boynton will rejoice in this fresh line of funny stories! Each board book features: - Hilarious stories based on early concepts - Endearing characters - Young, bold, colorful artwork
Where's My Fnurgle?: A Peek-A-Boo Book (Jim Benton Board Books)
by Jim BentonJim Benton brings on the humor in a brand-new line of board books! In Where's My Fnurgle, kids will search the book for a mysterious creature called a fnurgle that the narrator just can't seem to keep track of! I have a fnurgle but I can't find him. Where's my fnurgle? Oh, look. My fnurgle's on the chair. Don't you see my fnurgle there? Jim Benton, the international bestselling author and illustrator of Dear Dumb Diary, presents a clever, rollicking new board book program that will leave toddlers wide-eyed and laughing. Fans of Sandra Boynton will rejoice in this fresh line of funny stories! Each board book features: - Hilarious stories based on early concepts - Endearing characters - Young, bold, colorful artwork
The Berenstain Bears: Honey Hunt Helpers (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Jan BerenstainA series of faith-based values readers inspired by the classic Berenstain Bears book, The Berenstain Bears and the Good Deed, recently acquired for reprint by Zonderkidz. The Good Deed Scouts are a group of bear cubs who are committed to doing a good deed each and every day. Scouts Brother, Sister, Cousin Fred and Lizzy set forth in each story to find a good deed to do. Each book begins with a Bible verse about the importance of doing good deeds to help others. Each story tells about a different need in the community that the scouts can fulfill, a different way in which they can be of service. By doing good deeds for others, the Good Deed Scouts bring out the best in others as well. Soon those they serve are doing good deeds in return. From this small seed helping and caring for others grows and blossoms throughout the whole community. Biblical values are brought out and Bible verses are quoted.
The Berenstain Bears: Mama's Helpers (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Jan BerenstainThe Good Deed Scouts see that Mama could use a break from her chores. Can their hard work measure up to Mama’s high standards as they show her the honor and respect children should show their parents?
The Berenstain Bears and the Little Lost Cub: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Jan BerenstainHelping a lost cub find his mother is a perfect good deed for the Scouts. After all, if they are living by God’s example, they cannot let even the smallest go astray! Will they find the cub’s mother and bring them back together?
The Berenstain Bears’ Kitten Rescue: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Jan BerenstainThe Good Deed Scouts are on the lookout for someone to help . . . and they hear the mewing of a kitten in a tall tree! Will the cubs save the day?
The Berenstain Bears’ Neighbor in Need: Level 2 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Jan BerenstainThe Good Deed Scouts are on the lookout for someone to help…and who do they see? It’s Mrs. Grizzle doing her yard work! Will she let the cubs help?
The Berenstain Bears' Computer Trouble (I Can Read!)
by Jan Berenstain Mike BerenstainWhen Papa brings home a computer, the whole family is excited. Soon Mama, Brother, Sister, and even Honey start spending all day every day staring at their own computers. It's up to Papa to get the family off the computer and back into the real world!
The Berenstain Bears: We Love Trucks! (I Can Read Level 1)
by Jan Berenstain Mike BerenstainRide along with the Berenstain Bears as they learn about all the different kinds of trucks in this fun-filled addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series!Brother, Sister, and Honey Bear are taking a trip in Grizzly Gramps's pickup truck, and along the way, they see lots of cool ways to get around! From fire trucks to garbage trucks to cement mixers and more, the cubs are amazed at all the things these vehicles can do. The Berenstain Bears: We Love Trucks! is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and read full sentences.