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The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear
by Audrey Wood Don WoodThe Little Mouse and the Big Hungry Bear are known and loved by millions of children around the world. Little Mouse loves strawberries, but so does the bear... How will Little Mouse stop the bear from eating his freshly picked, red, ripe strawberry?
Moo, Baa, La La La!
by Sandra BoyntonThis raucous story about the sounds animals make--including three pigs who say "la la la!"--is just right for reading aloud. Serious silliness for all ages. Images and image descriptions available.
Life of Fred: Apples
by Stanley F. SchmidtThis book covers beginning mathematics including: Numbers that Add to 7, Circles, Ellipses, Reading a Clock, 5 + ? = 7, Days of the Week, Leap Years, Spelling February, 15 Degrees Below Zero (-15º), Counting by Fives, 3x + 4x = 7x, ante meridiem (a.m.), One Million Squares, The "There Are Zero . . ." Game Sets, the Popularity of Zero Triangles, (not equal), x + 4 = 7, One Thousand, Counting by Hundreds, Rectangles, and much more . . .
The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
by Jon Scieszka Lane SmithThe entire book, with its unconventional page arrangement and eclectic, frenetic mix of text and picures, is a spoof on the art of book design and the art of the fairy tale. The individual tales, such as he Really Ugly Duckling and Little Red Running Shorts, can be extracted for telling aloud, with great success. Another masterpiece from the team that created The True Story of the Three Little Pigs! --Horn Book
No, David!
by David Shannon<P>When David Shannon was five years old, he wrote and illustrated his first book. <P>On every page were these words: "No, David!... and a picture of David doing things he was not supposed to do. <P>Now David is all grown up. But some things never change...
The Monster at the End of This Book
by Jon Stone Michael SmollinBy all accounts, this book is a favorite among toddlers and adults alike. Generations will recall their first time reading along as lovable, furry old Grover begs the reader not to turn the page... for a monster is at the end of the book! A classic, not to be missed. Images and image descriptions available.
King Bidgood's in the Bathtub
by Audrey Wood Don WoodIn this delightful story, the king refuses to leave his bathtub and rule the kingdom. "Beauty aside, this also has a panache and sly wit that will please children and their parents, who will be called on to peruse the book again and again." --Booklist
Koalas
by Lynn M. StoneDescribes the physical characteristics, behavior, natural habitat, and relationship to humans of the marsupial that looks like a teddy bear.
Kangaroos
by Lynn M. StoneDescribes the habitat, lifestyle, infancy, predators, relationship with humans, and future of this well-known Australian animal.
Where Else In The Wild?
by David M. Schwartz Yael Schy Dwight KuhnDid you find that sneaky orchid mantis hiding on the cover? This book is full of similarly sly species-and they're all hiding in plain sight. Think you've spotted one?<P><P> Lift the flap to find out Each of the camouflaged creatures on these pages, from chickadees to crayfish, is disguised for a reason.Some are on the prowl for prey, while others hide from hungry predators. Discover why geckos have a spooky reputation; why it pays for a mouse to have a dark-colored back and light-colored belly; and why you wouldn't want to be fooled by a scorpion fish.<P> In this follow-up to the acclaimed Where in the Wild?, David Schwartz, Yael Schy, and Dwight Kuhn take readers on another remarkable tour through the fascinating world of animal camouflage.
There Is a Bird on Your Head!
by Mo WillemsGerald and Piggie are best friends. In There Is a Bird On Your Head!, Gerald discovers that there is something worse than a bird on your head--two birds on your head!<P><P> Winner of the Theodore Seuss Geisel Medal
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.
Good Night, Gorilla
by Peggy RathmannIt's bedtime at the zoo, and all the animals are going to sleep. Or are they? Who's that short, furry guy with the keys in his hand and the mischievous grin? Sneak along behind the zookeeper's back and see who gets the last laugh in this riotous good-night romp.
I Love My White Shoes (Pete the Cat)
by Eric Litwin James DeanPete the Cat goes walking down the street wearing his brand new white shoes. Along the way, his shoes change from white to red to blue to brown to WET as he steps in piles of strawberries, blueberries and other big messes! But no matter what color his shoes are are, Pete keeps movin' and groovin' and singing his song... because it's all good.
Blaze And The Mountain Lion (Billy and Blaze #6)
by C. W. AndersonBilly and Blaze head west again in another classic adventure from C. W. Anderson. This time, the loyal friends come face-to-face with a ferocious mountain lion. But fortunately, they're able to chase the wild cat into it's den and save a frightened calf from near death. Billy and Blaze help capture the cat before it can emerge, and, heroes once again, ride the range in search of new adventures! Blaze and the Mountain Lion is part of the classic Billy and Blaze series. Sensitive drawings and easy-to-read words capture the warmth and understanding between a boy and his horse.
We Are in a Book!
by Mo WillemsElephant and Piggie are best friends. In We Are in a Book! Elephant and Piggie discover the joy of being read. But what will happen when the book ends? Using vocabulary perfect for beginning readers (and vetted by an early-learning specialist), Mo Willems has crafted a mind-bending story that is even more interactive than previous Elephant & Piggie adventures.<P><P> Winner of the Theodore Seuss Geisel Honor
Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale
by Mo WillemsTrixie, Daddy, and Knuffle Bunny take a trip to the neighborhood Laundromat. But the exciting adventure takes a dramatic turn when Trixie realizes somebunny was left behind. Using a combination of muted black-and-white photographs and expressive illustrations, this stunning book tells a brilliantly true-to-life tale about what happens when Daddy's in charge and things go terribly, hilariously wrong.
Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type
by Doreen Cronin Betsy LewinThe quirky, hilarious farmyard tale that started it all, from the New York Times bestselling duo of Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin! Farmer Brown has a problem. His cows like to type. All day long he hears Click, clack, MOO. Click, clack, MOO. Clickety, clack, MOO. But Farmer Brown's problems REALLY begin when his cows start leaving him notes.... Doreen Cronin's understated text and Betsy Lewin's expressive illustrations make the most of this hilarious situation. Come join the fun as a bunch of literate cows turn Farmer Brown's farm upside down.
Secrets Of The Garden: Food Chains And The Food Web In Our Backyard
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldPerfect for spring planting season--an outstanding book about backyard science the whole family will appreciate. <P><P> Alice's family plants a vegetable garden each spring, and this budding naturalist reports all she sees about how the plants grow, what insects come to eat the plants, and what birds and animals come to eat the insects It's the food chain, right in her own backyard! While Alice's narrative is simple and engaging, science concepts are presented in more depth in sidebars by a pair of very knowledgeable (and highly amusing) chickens! Noted science writer Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld knows how to layer information to make it accessible to a wide range of readers and useful for educators. And illustrator Priscilla Lamont's funny, friendly paintings make this a garden everyone will want to explore. Kids will eat up this wonderful book of backyard science--and perhaps they'll even be inspired to eat their vegetables! "A wonderfully informative and enjoyable journey through one family's backyard garden, from spring planting to fall harvest. . . . this is bound to spark some backyard explorations. " --Kirkus, Starred Review From the Hardcover edition.
The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs
by Jon Scieszka Lane SmithA spoof on the three little pigs story. The wolf gives his own outlandish version of what really happened when he tangled with the three little pigs. Images and image descriptions available.
Leif The Lucky
by Ingri Daulaire Edgar P. DaulaireA biography of Leif Erickson, son of Eric the Red,a famous Viking and early visitor to North America.
The Ghost of Juniper Creek
by Petra Brown Grace GilmoreLogan must face his fears and brave a ghostly encounter in this fourth book of a wholesome series that's like Little House on the Prairie for younger readers.Something is rustling in the bushes and making weird sounds down by the water. According to Logan's older brother, Drew, it's the Ghost of Juniper Creek. But Logan is determined to show no fear...at least not in front of his friends and family. So when Drew dares Logan and his friend Anthony to confront the spirit, the two boys bravely head to the creek where the ghost awaits...With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Tales from Maple Ridge chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Olivia
by Ian FalconerHave fun with Olivia... dressing up, singing songs, building sand castles, napping (maybe), dancing, painting on walls, and -- whew! -- going to sleep at last.
Greek Myths
by Marcia WilliamsGreek myths are among the most exciting stories ever told. In this collection, Williams retells eight myths using simple language and a unique comic-strip format. <P><P>Panels and spreads brimming with color and nonstop action make each tale a pleasure to look at and voice balloons add modern humor. The perfect way to introduce young readers to the power of myths.
Gecko's Complaint
by Ann Martin BowlerThis colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents a classic Balinese fairy tale—providing an entertaining look into a rich oral tradition. Featured as a "Top Pick" on TravelForKids. com,Gecko's Complaint tells the story of a Gecko who once lived on the island we now call Bali, in a jungle dense with flowers and vines. After hundreds of fireflies disturb Gecko's sleep, he complains to kindly Raden, the jungle's lion leader. In his efforts to get to the bottom of Gecko's troubles, Raden discovers all too much complaining and far too many irritable animals. Can Raden help the animals with their troubles? Can peace and happiness return to the jungles of Bali? A simple yet absolutely delightful Balinese folktale for kids, this bilingual edition, which features both English and Indonesian text, is a perfect introduction to the true spirit of Bali. The Indonesian island of Bali has a strong art and storytelling tradition—folktales that have been passed down from generation to generation. As a nation with over 18,000 islands, Indonesia has hundreds of traditional languages and cultures, each with myths and legends to tell. With its backdrop ofvolcanoes, earthquakes, dense jungles, diverse wildlife and people, it is not surprising that Indonesia is rich with fabulous, imaginative tales.