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Classic Starts®: Alice in Wonderland & Through the Looking-Glass (Classic Starts®)
by Lewis CarrollHave a tea party in Wonderland with this abridged retelling of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass, part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies! &“Life, what is it but a dream?&” In Alice in Wonderland, Alice falls down a rabbit hole to find herself in a bizarre land ruled by a ruthless Queen of Hearts. In Through the Looking-Glass, Alice visits another fantastical world where everything is reversed. Is it all real, just a figment of Alice&’s imagination, . . . or both? This abridged retelling is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the grinning Cheshire Cat, Tweedledee, Tweedledum, and the Jabberwocky.
Classic Starts®: Anne of Green Gables (Classic Starts®)
by Lucy Maud Montgomery&“One thing&’s for certain, no house that Anne&’s in will ever be dull.&” That&’s what Marilla Cuthbert says about Anne, the lively red-headed orphan she and her brother Matthew adopt. For decades, girls have agreed, eagerly reading every book in Lucy Maud Montgomery&’s series that chronicles Anne&’s coming of age.
Classic Starts®: Around the World in Eighty Days (Classic Starts®)
by Jules VerneTravel worldwide in this illustrated chapter-book retelling of Around the World in Eighty Days, part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies! Whether it&’s by foot, camel, boat, or train, Phileas Fogg is determined to travel across the world in 80 days. Will he win his race against the clock? And who is the man following in Fogg&’s footsteps wherever he goes? This retelling is the perfect way to introduce the joy of traveling to young readers. The book also includes discussion questions.
Classic Starts®: Black Beauty (Classic Starts®)
by Anna SewellBlack Beauty is the classic horse story, a beautiful and touching tale told by the title character himself. Set in Victorian London, it follows Black Beauty&’s life and changing fortunes as he moves from owner to owner. As the horse encounters new experiences and new friends who reveal their own histories, the story quietly paints a fascinating portrait of how animals were treated during that era.
Classic Starts®: The Call of the Wild (Classic Starts®)
by Jack LondonClassic Starts. The stories are abridged; the quality is complete. Here is the ultimate dog story, one filled with emotion, adventure, and excitement. During the Gold Rush, Buck is snatched away from his peaceful home and brought to the harsh and bitter Yukon to become a sled dog. Will he adapt, and learn to trust men? Or will his newly awakened primitive instincts lead him to search for the freedom he has never known?
Classic Starts®: Great Expectations (Classic Starts®)
by Charles DickensYoung Pip seems destined to follow in his family&’s humble footsteps. Then one day, an anonymous gift suddenly transforms him into a rich young man . . . but will it also transform his life for the better? Dickens&’s great bildungsroman, featuring iconic characters like Miss Havisham, is an enduring favorite in schools, libraries, and homes.
Classic Starts®: Heidi (Classic Starts®)
by Johanna SpyriWhen Heidi, an orphan, goes to live with her grandfather in the Swiss Alps, no one can imagine the solitary old man caring for a child. But the two grow to love each other, and Heidi blossoms in her new home. Johanna Spyri&’s charming story—and spirited heroine—have won hearts for more than a century.
Classic Starts®: The Jungle Book (Classic Starts®)
by Rudyard KiplingRun with the jungle animals in this illustrated chapter-book retelling of The Jungle Book, part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies! Mowgli has lived among his wolf brothers for as long as he can remember. Baloo and Bagheera teach him the ways of the jungle, but some animals view him as a threat—or, even worse, as prey. Can Mowgli find a place where he truly belongs? This abridged retelling is the perfect way to introduce young readers to Mowgli&’s life among elephants, giant snakes, and monkeys. The book also includes discussion questions.
Classic Starts®: Little Women (Classic Starts®)
by Louisa May AlcottLouisa May Alcott&’s classic novel, set during the Civil War, has always captivated even the most reluctant readers. Follow the adventures of the four March sisters—Meg, Beth, Amy, and, most of all, the tomboy Jo—as they experience the joys and disappointments, tragedies and triumphs, of growing up.
Classic Starts®: Monkey King (Classic Starts®)
by Wu Cheng'enAn illustrated chapter-book retelling of the Monkey King&’s adventures from Journey to the West—part of the Classic Starts series, which has cumulatively sold more than 8 million copies! Sun Wukong is the &“Monkey King&”—and he has all the power and magic to prove it! But when his mischief lands him out of favor with the heavens, he must embark on a dangerous quest to deliver Buddhist scriptures. Will Monkey be able to control his impulsive behavior and complete his journey to the West? This retelling is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the famous and cherished Chinese story. The book also includes discussion questions.
Classic Starts®: Oliver Twist (Classic Starts®)
by Charles DickensAn abridged and illustrated chapter book retelling of Oliver Twist, part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies! Dickens&’s timeless novel transports young readers to a colorful Victorian England filled with mistreated orphans, grim workhouses, and gangs of thieving children. The hero finds himself in dire circumstances after he dares to ask for more food in the orphanage. Determined to make his way in the world, he escapes to London, where he becomes involved with criminals . . . and finally finds a real home. The Classic Starts® series has sold more than 8 million copies since it launched in 2004. These abridged, kid-friendly editions are the perfect way to introduce beloved stories to the next generation. Each book includes discussion questions by early childhood educator Arthur Pober, EdD.
Classic Starts®: Peter Pan (Classic Starts®)
by J. M. Barrie&“All children grow up. All except one.&” When Wendy and her brothers discover a boy named Peter Pan looking for his shadow, they can&’t decide what makes him more magical: the fact that he can fly, or that he never grows up! This abridged retelling is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the marvelous Neverland, jealous Tinker Bell, and menacing Captain Hook.
Classic Starts®: Pinocchio (Classic Starts®)
by Carlo CollodiThe young puppet Pinocchio dreams of becoming a real boy. But whenever he tries to prove himself worthy of the transformation, he falls into mischief and laziness. Pinocchio must learn the hard way how to become honest, kind, and—above all—human. One of the most-translated works in children&’s literature, Pinocchio is a thrilling story about improving one&’s character and learning how to live in an often-harsh world.
Classic Starts®: The Secret Garden (Classic Starts®)
by Frances Hodgson BurnettWhen the newly orphaned Mary Lennox leaves her native India and arrives at her uncle&’s mansion in Yorkshire, everything seems strange to her. Then Mary hears of a mysterious, neglected garden. With the help of some new friends, she plans to uncover its secrets . . . and make it blossom once again.
Classic Starts®: The Story of King Arthur & His Knights (Classic Starts®)
by Howard PyleFrom the sword in the stone and the founding of Camelot to the famed Round Table and the Lake of Enchantment, the legend of King Arthur will never lose its magic. Though simpler, this version includes all the wonderful stories—such as King Arthur’s winning of Guenievere and Merlin’s tragic downfall at the hands of the evil Vivien.
Classic Starts®: The Swiss Family Robinson (Classic Starts®)
by Johann David WyssA shipwreck; a deserted island; a single family, wondering if they can survive. Rich in suspense and surprises, The Swiss Family Robinson entices young readers to come along on a wonderful adventure, where each moment brings a new thrill. Featuring amazingly resourceful characters and a wondrous landscape bursting with exotic wildlife and plants, it’s an irresistible tale of ingenuity.
Classic Starts®: The Three Musketeers (Classic Starts®)
by Alexandre DumasFight for justice with swashbuckling soldiers in this abridged retelling of The Three Musketeers, part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies! &“All for one and one for all!&” Aramis, Athos, and Porthos make up the three Musketeers. Oh, and there&’s also the not-quite-yet Musketeer D&’Artagnan. Together, the four men must use their wits and their swords to battle an evil Cardinal, the traitorous Milady, and other enemies of the French court. This abridged retelling is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the adventurous world of historical romance and the royal French court.
Classic Starts®: The Time Machine (Classic Starts®)
by H. G. WellsTravel into the future in this abridged retelling of The Time Machine, part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies! After inventing a time machine, the Traveler leaves Victorian London and goes far, far into the future. At first, the world he discovers seems peaceful and prosperous. But as he looks farther below the surface, he realizes that things are not exactly as they first appeared. . . . This abridged retelling is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the imaginative world of science fiction and time travel.
Classic Starts®: Treasure Island (Classic Starts®)
by Robert Louis StevensonSearch for fortune on the high seas with this abridged retelling of Treasure Island, part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies! After Jim Hawkins finds the map to a mysterious treasure, he sets sail in search of the fortune. Little does he realize he&’s boarded a pirate ship, and that surprises and danger await him . . . including a meeting with the unforgettable Long John Silver! This abridged retelling is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the swashbuckling adventure that has captivated readers for centuries!
Classic Starts®: Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (Classic Starts®)
by Jules VerneExplore the mysterious underwater world in this illustrated chapter-book retelling of Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies! Professor Aronnax embarks on an underwater exploration, only to be captured by Captain Nemo, the head of a submarine with a mysterious backstory. As they travel through underwater forests filled with enormous sea creatures, Professor Aronnax can&’t help but wonder: will he ever safely return to land? This retelling is the perfect way to introduce young readers to what is arguably Jules Verne&’s most popular sci-fi novel. The book also includes discussion questions.
Classic Starts®: The War of the Worlds (Classic Starts®)
by H. G. WellsAn abridged and illustrated chapter book retelling of the sci-fi classic—part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies! H. G. Wells, a revolutionary science fiction writer and the author of The Time Machine, dazzles in this sci-fi classic about Martians invading Earth. One of the first stories to imagine a war between humankind and extraterrestrials, The War of the Worlds is an adventure that has inspired artists and scientists since it was first published. The Classic Starts® series has sold more than 8 million copies since it launched in 2004. These abridged, kid-friendly editions are the perfect way to introduce beloved stories to the next generation. Each book includes discussion questions by early childhood educator Arthur Pober, EdD.
Classic Starts®: Winnie-the-Pooh and the House at Pooh Corner (Classic Starts®)
by A. A. MilneAn illustrated chapter- book retelling of Winnie-the-Pooh and the House at Pooh Corner—part of the Classic Starts series, which has cumulatively sold more than 8 million copies! There&’s nothing else that Winnie-the-Pooh loves more than his friends—well, except for maybe a full honey pot! No matter their age, young readers will be captivated by the story&’s honest portrayal of childhood emotions and experiences. This retelling is the perfect way for chapter-book readers to experience the magic of Christopher Robin, Eeyore, Piglet, Tigger, and all their friends. The book also includes discussion questions.
Claudia & Moth
by Jennifer Hansen RolliA small girl with a passion for nature turns to her new passion for art as the seasons turn colder.Claudia loves butterflies. Blue ones. Yellow ones. Purple ones with dots. And since she can't take them home, she paints them in all their beautiful colors. But when winter comes, there are no more butterflies to paint...until she finds a little moth. Suddenly, Claudia sees winter in a whole new light.
Clay: 5-Step Handicrafts for Kids (5-Step Handicrafts for Kids)
by Anna LlimósFind out how easy it is to make a wide range of clay objects using only the most commonly available materials and simplest techniques—no baking required! In 5 easy steps, children can make the air-dry clay models. These whimsical designs allow kids to get their hands messy modeling clay immediately, with rewarding results. Sculpt balls of colored clay into a friendly Martian, a funny cow, a jewel-like necklace, a pear jar, and other unusual objects. For children five years and older.
A Clean House For Mole And Mouse
by Harriet Ziefert David PrebennaMole and Mouse have a nice house. "But it's dirty," said Mouse. "Let's clean it up." So Mole and Mouse clean all the rooms -- until they look just fine! Then when Mole wants to use her clean house, Mouse has other ideas.