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It Jes' Happened: When Bill Traylor Started to Draw
by Don TateThe inspiring biography of self-taught (outsider) artist Bill Traylor, a former slave who at the age of eighty-five began to draw pictures based on his memories and observations of rural and urban life in Alabama.Growing up as an enslaved boy on an Alabama cotton farm, Bill Traylor worked all day in the hot fields. When slavery ended, Bill's family stayed on the farm as sharecroppers. There Bill grew to manhood, raised his own family, and cared for the land and his animals. By 1935 Bill was eighty-one and all alone on his farm. So he packed his bag and moved to Montgomery, the capital of Alabama. Lonely and poor, he wandered the busy downtown streets. But deep within himself Bill had a reservoir of memories of working and living on the land, and soon those memories blossomed into pictures. Bill began to draw people, places, and animals from his earlier life, as well as scenes of the city around him. Today Bill Traylor is considered to be one of the most important self-taught American folk artists. Winner of Lee & Low's New Voices Award Honor, It Jes' Happened is a lively tribute to this man who has enriched the world with more than twelve hundred warm, energetic, and often humorous pictures.
It Started with a P
by Brittany PomalesFrom debut author Brittany Pomales comes a hilarious tale about a young king who, on the morning of his birthday party, decides everything that starts with the letter P must go!King Liam is known for his king-sized meltdowns. So when he has a dream that his birthday party was going to be ruined, he takes drastic measures. The only problem is that he can't remember what was going to ruin the party, just that it started with the letter P! Everything must go! Obviously the party is postponed, but he also says goodbye to pepperoni pizza, piñatas, pants (long, short, old, new, smarty, fancy), parrots; even the royal goat, Percival (after he's eaten all of the abandoned pants), and more.But... when he sends away all of the people, he finds himself positively alone. On his birthday. Will King Liam ever discover what that pesky and problematic P is?Brittany Pomales's gift for humor and heart shines in this book that children and adults alike will relate to. Illustrated by the New York Times bestselling illustrator of Dr. Seuss's Horse Museum, Andrew Joyner, It Started with a P will delight and entertain readers of all ages.
It Takes a Village
by Jane Cowen-FletcherOn market day in a small village in Benin, Yemi tries to watch her little brother Kokou and finds that the entire village is watching out for him, too.
It Transforms!: Magical Animals That Change Before Your Eyes (Magical Animals Ser.)
by Nikki PottsAll living things develop through a unique life cycle, but some animals go through greater changes than others. This transformation is called metamorphosis. Learn more about two types of metamorphosis complete and incomplete. Discover what animals’ are like throughout the stages of their lives. Meets Next Generation Science Standards.
It Was Supposed to Be Sunny (Little Senses)
by Samantha CotterillA perfectly planned birthday party goes awry in this gentle story about adapting to the unexpected, written for kids on the autism spectrum and called &“brilliant&” and &“engaging&” by autism specialist Tony AttwoodLaila feels like her sparkly sunshine birthday celebration is on the brink of ruin when it starts to storm. Then, just as she starts feeling okay with moving her party indoors, an accident with her cake makes her want to call the whole thing off. But with the help of her mom and a little alone time with her service dog, she knows she can handle this. Changes in routine can be hard for any kid, but especially for kids on the autism spectrum. Samantha Cotterill's fourth book in the Little Senses series provides gentle guidance along with adorable illustrations to help every kid navigate schedule changes and overwhelming social situations.
It's About Time, Max!: Time (Math Matters)
by Kitty RichardsDiscover Math Matters! With over 15 million books sold worldwide, this award-winning series of easy-to-read books will help young readers ages 5–8 approach math with enthusiasm. Great for fans of MathStart or Step into Reading Math. Max has problems when he loses his beloved digital watch. He can't tell time on the analog watch that replaces it. What should he do?With engaging stories that connect math to kids&’ everyday lives, each book in the Teachers&’ Choice Award–winning Math Matters series focuses on a single concept and reinforces math vocabulary and skills. Bonus activities in the back of each book feature math and reading comprehension questions, and even more free activities online add to the fun! (Math topic: Time)
It's All Greek to Me (Time Warp Trio #Book Eight)
by Jon Scieszka Lane SmithEveryone's favorite time-travelers are changing their style! "The Time Warp Trio" series now features a brand-new, eye-catching design, sure to appeal to longtime fans, and those new to Jon Scieszkas wacky brand of humor.
It's All In The Name (Hey L'il D! #1)
by Bob Lanier Heather GoodyearLittle Apple shoots and scores with these new early chapter books! Loosely based on NBA all-star Bob Lanier's childhood adventures, the series teaches valuable life lessons through amusing stories. L'il Dobber has big feet. The other kids may laugh and call him nicknames, but L'il Dobber doesn't care. In fact, he's totally cool with his shoe size. He knows that one day he'll grow tall to match, and then his dreams of pro basketball will be solid. In book #1, L'il Dobber and his friends all join together to help the new kid, Gan, find a cool nickname of his own. But when Gan gets stuck with a name he doesn't like, the gang's got trouble - until an unexpected twist turns everything around. Gan ends up a schoolyard hero, and he's found the best nickname of all.
It's Back To School We Go!: First Day Stories from Around the World
by Ellen B. Jackson Jan Davey EllisThe first day of school is an event that brings mixed emotions to children everywhere. There is excitement in seeing old friends and it's nice to begin a new year with a new teacher and good intentions. But first day feelings are mixed. Will last year's friends still be friends? What if the new teacher doesn't like me? Or what if the work is too hard? Ellen Jackson and Jan Davey Ellis portray children from eleven different countries experiencing their first day back at school. Each child's first-person acount is enhanced by a fact box that tells us something about the culture from which the child speaks, so that the reader is able to compare and contrast the experiences of children from different parts of the world. In words and pictures the author and artist have captured the diversity of children's school experiences, while at the same time capturing how much the world's children have in common.
It's Better Being a Bunny (Beginner Books(R))
by Marilyn SadlerPerfect for Easter or celebrating bunnies all year round. A charming follow-up to the classic Beginner Book It&’s Not Easy Being a Bunny!P.J. Funnybunny is back and more lovable than ever in this sweet, funny sequel. P.J. Funnybunny is not having a good day. His mom won't let him eat ice cream for breakfast. She won't let him hang upside down from a tree. She won't even let him watch a scary movie! P.J. visits Potts Pig, whose mom lets them do all those things. But when he gets a stomachache and has a bad dream, P.J. Funnybunny realizes that--while it's fun to be a pig--it's better being a bunny! This new tale of self-discovery is the perfect Easter treat for beginning readers and bunny fans of all ages!
It's Big Brother Time! (My Time)
by Nandini AhujaBaby’s loud. Baby’s messy. Sometimes Baby really smells. Maybe Baby just doesn’t know the rules? Good thing it’s big brother time—he can show Baby how to be the best baby ever!Told through the eyes of a big brother, this charming hardcover picture book empowers older siblings by showing them that they have very important roles to play in introducing their family’s new baby to the world. From cleaning up messes to learning to share, big brother will teach the new baby everything. After all, big brother was a baby once, too—and he was really good at it. It’s Big Brother Time! shows every boy how awesome it is being a big brother. Because as we all know, being a brother RULES!
It's Big Sister Time! (My Time)
by Nandini AhujaBaby’s loud. Baby’s messy. Sometimes Baby really smells. Maybe Baby just doesn’t know the rules? Good thing it’s big sister time—she can show Baby how to be the best baby ever! Told through the eyes of a big sister, this charming hardcover picture book empowers older siblings by showing them that they have very important roles to play in introducing their family’s new baby to the world.From cleaning up messes to learning to share, big sister will teach the new baby everything any baby needs to know. After all, big sister was a baby once, too—and she was really good at it. It’s Big Sister Time! shows every girl how awesome it is being a big sister. Because as we all know, being a sister RULES!
It's Brave to Be Kind: A Kindness Book for Children that Teaches Empathy and Compassion (A Read-Together Storybook)
by Natasha DanielsExplore the power of kindness together—a story and activity book for kids ages 5 to 7 and their familiesBeing kind and compassionate is an important skill for every kid to learn. But just like anything else, it takes some practice! This how-to-be-kind book for kids is a fun and colorful storybook to read as a family and discover that being kind also means being open, accepting, and brave.What sets this book apart from other kindness books:A story of kindness—Give kids a supportive role model in Alex, a young girl who meets a new classmate and discovers how important it is to be kind—especially when others aren't.Questions and conversation—As you read along with your child, you'll find thoughtful questions that inspire both of you to talk about kindness and compassion and what they look like.ABCs of kindness—Encourage kids to try out what they've learned with hands-on activities like writing a thank-you note, offering to help around the house, or creating a Kindness Jar.Show little ones what it means to be a truly kind person with this top choice in books that teach kindness.
It's Great Being a Dad
by Dan Bar-elA celebration of the best kind of dad: the kind that's willing to join in the fun.A gang of mythical creatures is roaming around a magical land having a great time, until Bigfoot gets his foot stuck in a tree trunk and Unicorn gets her horn impaled on a table and Robot's saw-arm gets rusted into position. But have no fear! Dad is there to fix things--even when a Sneaky Flying Alligator Pirate steals the Fairy Queen Ballerina Doctor's wand. A hilarious story about imagination, play and the best parts about being a dad.
It's Justin Time, Amber Brown (A Is for Amber #2)
by Paula DanzigerAmber Brown wants a watch for her seventh birthday more than anything else. She knows she will feel more grown-up when she can see what time it is whenever she wants. Also, she will always know exactly how late Justin Daniels, her best friend, is. He is a great best friend, but Amber is getting tired of waiting for him all the time. She wants to live on Amber Time, not Justin Time!
It's Like This, Cat
by Emil Weiss Emily Neville"Superb. The best junior novel I've ever read about big-city life." — The New York Times. After another fight with Pop, 14-year-old Dave storms out of their apartment and nearly gets hit by a car. Kate, the local cat lady, comes to the rescue, and Dave returns home with an ally: Cat, the stray tom that becomes Dave's confidante and his key to new friendships and experiences. Cat inadvertently leads Dave to Tom, a troubled 19-year-old who needs help, and Mary, a shy girl who opens Dave's eyes and ears to music and theater. Even the Cat-related confrontations with Pop take on a new spirit, with less shouting and more understanding.It's Like This, Cat offers a vivid tour of New York City in the 1960s. From the genteel environs of Gramercy Park to a bohemian corner of Coney Island, the atmospheric journey is punctuated by stickball games, pastrami sandwiches, and a ride on the Staten Island Ferry. Recounted with humor, a remarkably realistic teenage voice, and Emil Weiss's pitch-perfect illustrations, this 1964 Newbery Award-winning tale recaptures the excitement and challenges of growing up in the big city.
It's Like This, Cat (Contemporary Scene Ser.)
by Emily Cheney NevilleThe Newbery-winning classic novel about a young New Yorker who figures out the world on his own terms with the help of one prickly tomcat, for readers who enjoy such books as Al Capone Does My Shirts and Hoot. Dave Mitchell and his father disagree on almost everything—and every time their fighting sets off his mother’s asthma, Dave ends up storming out of the house. But when Dave meets a big, handsome tomcat, he decides to bring him home, no matter what his father has to say about it.With adventure-loving Cat around, Dave meets lots of new people—like Tom, a young dropout on his own in the city, and Mary, the first girl he can talk to like a real person.And as his eyes open to those around him, Dave starts to understand his father a little better. They still don’t see eye-to-eye on a lot of things, but there is one thing they can both agree on: Having a cat can be very educational—especially when it’s one like Cat.
It's My Earth, Too
by Kathleen KrullIt's never too early to begin learning about the beauty and bounty of Planet Earth. And now with this bright and rhythmic tribute, young children will find out all the ways in which they, too, can help care for our planet.
It's Not About You, Mr. Easter Bunny: A Love Letter About the True Meaning of Easter (The Love Letters)
by Soraya Diase CoffeltEaster is a favorite holiday for children around the world. Chocolate bunnies, stuffed rabbits, colored eggs, and fuzzy baby chicks fill Easter baskets as children eagerly anticipate the traditional Easter egg hunt and the Easter Bunny.Have you ever wondered where this celebration began? How did these traditions first start, and how have they changed over the years since their origin in ancient times? The answers may surprise you!It's Not About You Mr. Easter Bunny provides an opportunity to share history, traditions and discussions in a fun way mixed with colorful illustrations perfect for young readers. It gives unique insight into this very important holiday.
It's Not About You, Mr. Santa Claus: A Love Letter About the True Meaning of Christmas (The Love Letters Book Series)
by Soraya Diase CoffeltWhere Did Gift Giving Begin? Christmas is one of the most important holidays celebrated in most countries around the world, yet the true origin of this special day is often missed. Almost everyone equates Santa Claus and the giving of gifts with Christmas, but what event was the catalyst behind this centuries-old tradition? This delightfully illustrated children's story is sure to become a tradition for you and your family as the holiday rolls around each year. Christmas is a special time of celebration and one in which we have time to reflect on what is most important. Also in the series: It's Not about You, Mrs. Turkey It's Not about You, Mr. Pumpkin It's Not about You, Mr. Easter Bunny,
It's Not About You, Mrs. Firecracker: A Love Letter About the True Meaning of the Fourth of July (The Love Letters)
by Soraya Diase CoffeltA patriotic homage to the Fourth of July teaching children the reason behind the holiday’s booms and barbecues through a crash course in American history.The Fourth of July is a very special American holiday and celebration. Families and friends spend fun time together and at night, beautiful fireworks are displayed for everyone to enjoy. But what actually happened on that day that causes us to remember and celebrate it for many hundreds of years? This wonderfully illustrated children’s book explains what brave Americans did to declare their freedom and equality, and identifies who was the source of guidance through it all.
It's Not About You, Mrs. Turkey: A Love Letter About the True Meaning of Thanksgiving (The Love Letters Book Series)
by Soraya Diase CoffeltIts Not About You, Mrs. Turkey is a unique tool for parents, grandparents and teachers to share both the historical and religious background of the holiday with young readers. The fun and colorful illustrations give children the opportunity to see clothing styles of the past as they learn the importance of courage, sharing, friendship and giving thanks.,
It's Not About the Ball! (Easy-to-Read Wonder Tales #6)
by David Parkins Veronika Martenova CharlesMore first books for fledgling readers that offer the enjoyment of a good story with the thrill of accomplishment that comes from independent reading. Written in short, easy phrases with carefully selected vocabulary and plentiful illustrations, each book helps youngsters achieve success as they have fun.The series follows three friends who love to share stories. In each book, one is reminded of a well-known story: It's Not About the Ball! is based on The Frog Prince; It' Not About the Tiny Girl! is based on Thumbelina; It's Not About the Diamonds! is based on the story of Diamonds and Toads; It's Not About the Straw! is based on Rumpelstiltskin and It's Not About the Beanstalk! is based on Jack and the Beanstalk.As one friend starts his story, the others are reminded of versions they know so each volume has three stories within one framework. The stories come from around the world, and Veronika Martenova Charles provides a note at the end of each book to describe the origins.Easy-to-Read Wonder Tales are a great first step in developing a lifelong love of reading, and it makes a fine companion to Veronika Martenova Charles's series, Easy-to-Read Spooky Tales.From the Trade Paperback edition.
It's Not About the Beanstalk! (Easy-to-Read Wonder Tales #10)
by David Parkins Veronika Martenova CharlesMore first books for fledgling readers that offer the enjoyment of a good story with the thrill of accomplishment that comes from independent reading. Written in short, easy phrases with carefully selected vocabulary and plentiful illustrations, each book helps youngsters achieve success as they have fun.The series follows three friends who love to share stories. In each book, one is reminded of a well-known story: It's Not About the Ball! is based on The Frog Prince; It' Not About the Tiny Girl! is based on Thumbelina; It's Not About the Diamonds! is based on the story of Diamonds and Toads; It's Not About the Straw! is based on Rumpelstiltskin and It's Not About the Beanstalk! is based on Jack and the Beanstalk.As one friend starts his story, the others are reminded of versions they know so each volume has three stories within one framework. The stories come from around the world, and Veronika Martenova Charles provides a note at the end of each book to describe the origins.Easy-to-Read Wonder Tales are a great first step in developing a lifelong love of reading, and it makes a fine companion to Veronika Martenova Charles's series, Easy-to-Read Spooky Tales.From the Trade Paperback edition.