Pete the Cat: Pete's Big Lunch is a My First I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for shared reading with a child.Don't miss Pete's other adventures, including Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes, Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes, Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons, Pete the Cat Saves Christmas, and Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses.Supports the Common Core State Standards

    But Amelia Bedelia's mom says that a bike like Suzanne's is so expensive it will cost an arm and a leg! What? Amelia Bedelia doesn't want to give away one of her arms and one of her legs. She'll need both arms to steer her new bike, and both legs to pedal it. Amelia Bedelia decides to get a job, so that she can earn the bike money instead. She tries:1. Helping out at Pete's Diner2. Opening a lemonade stand3. Entering a contest to win a prize4. Baking treats and selling themWill Amelia Bedelia ever get the bike of her dreams?

    Damien Montgomery is a newly-trained member of this elite order. Unable to find a ship to take him on, he joins the crew of a freighter as desperate as he is – without looking hard enough at why they’re desperate. Thus begins an adventure that will take him to the edges of known space and to the limits of his own magic. Episode 2 is targeted for release in March of 2014.

    Along the way, she meets a little mouse who is lost and afraid. Can Chloe help him find his way home?Girls will fall in love with these gorgeous, magical animal friends – kittens, puppies, bunnies and more – in an enchanted woodland setting.Perfect for fans of Holly Webb, Rainbow Magic, Secret Kingdom and Magic Kitten

    With age-appropriate vocabulary, compelling characters, and a memorable storyline, Penny and her Marble is just right for beginning readers and was named a 2014 Geisel Honor book by the American Library Association. This annual award, given to the most distinguished books for beginning readers, is named for the world-renowned children's author Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss.Kevin Henkes is known for his mouse characters, including Lilly, Owen, Chrysanthemum, Wemberly, and now Penny! In Penny and her Marble, the third book in the Penny series, Penny finds a marble on Mrs. Goodwin's yard and takes it home. But does the marble really belong to Penny? Kevin Henkes is a master at creating beautifully illustrated books that resonate with young children. The Penny books are new classics for beginning readers and will appeal to fans of Frog and Toad, Little Bear, and Henry and Mudge.

    Viviane Schwarz has illustrated hilarious comics throughout the book to explain the blueprint instruction pages, so this is just as much a story as it is a workbook.A fantastic educational tool for children that is colorful and beautifully designed and illustrated.A fun activity book for parents, caregivers, and kids to enjoy together.Develops practical and creative skills.Produced to the very best production standards and manufactured in a 100 percent eco-friendly manner on the highest quality FSC assured paper, printed with vegetable based inks.Viviane Schwarz was born in Germany and as a child she loved books so much she mostly ate them. Once she realized there were people out there making them, she decided to make her own. She studied illustration in Falmouth, England, and shortly after moved to London, where she lives now. She has been nominated for many awards and even won some too, most recently winning the 2011 Booktrust Best New Illustrator Award. Her book There are Cats in this Book was shortlisted for the 2010 Cilip Greenaway award for Best Illustrated Book and her latest book There are No Cats in this Book is on the 2012 shortlist for the same award.

    

    Told in the form of one-page comic strips, each of Benjamin’s adventures is a hilarious gag, a puzzle, a mini physics lesson, or sometimes all three. Of the first Benjamin book, Horn Book wrote, "Original, deep-down funny . . . steeped in the rare quality of imaginative kindness." Kirkus called it, "A visually formatted joke book to inspire thinking as well as laughs."

    With information about the anatomy and behavior of well-known species and breeds—including lions, tigers, leopards, cheetah, jaguar, ocelots, cougar, American shorthair, Persian, Siamese—and lesser-known ones, like clouded leopards, caracals, Turkish Vans, Scottish folds, American curls, Raga Muffins, and more—there's something here for cat/Cat lovers of all kinds! Fans of the hit PBS Kids show The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! (which is based on the Cat in the Hat's Learning Library) won't want to miss this purrfect new addition to the series.

    It is filled with more than 400 pages of classic stories and Bible passages, beautiful poems, life activities, inspiring quotations—living ideas that will nestle into your children’s minds and motivate them toward the habits of good character.Good habits shape good character!“ ‘Sow a habit, reap a character.’ But we must go a step further back, we must sow the idea or notion which makes the act worth while.” — Charlotte MasonWe all know that changing thoughts and actions can be hard work. But forming a good habit is easier when we are motivated and connected to the result. And that’s where Laying Down the Rails for Children comes in.This companion to the award-winning book, Laying Down the Rails, expands on the principles of good habits with a practical how-to guide and action plan to use with your children. It is filled with more than 400 pages of classic stories and Bible passages, beautiful poems, life activities, inspiring quotations—living ideas that will nestle into your children’s minds and motivate them toward the habits of good character.With Laying Down the Rails for Children, you will* * Feed minds—Enjoy classic stories, poems, Bible passages, and powerful quotations that feed the mind with wonderful ideas centered around each habit. All of the 60+ habits explained in Laying Down the Rails are covered.* Inspire hearts—Discuss and practice practical ways to apply those motivating ideas in everyday life. The gentle lessons include ideas for all ages.* Encourage action—Outline a personal plan for your family in the Parent Prep section of each habit. Cross references, guiding thoughts, and helpful reminders are provided along with lots of room to jot notes.* Build habits—Give focus and motivation to the whole family as you work on your selected habit. Laying Down the Rails for Children offers enough companion material for many years of habit training!Start laying down the rails of good habits in your home today and see what a difference it can make!Note: The printed version of Laying Down the Rails for Children comes as a two-book set for easier handling.

    This is followed by an examination of individual elements, such as Lithium, Helium, Carbon, Sodium, Neon and Oxygen. Sound it out sections aid young readers in pronunciation and elementary definitions allow basic understanding of complex topics. Learn the vocabulary of a genius at a young age!This is book two of the Super Smart Science Series.Book one-Cellular Biology: Organelles, Structure, FunctionBook three-Neurology: The Amazing Central Nervous System! (Coming March 2013)

    

    With fun, joyful rhymes and information about each dog breed, this is a special treat for kids and adults alike. And the full-color poster on the back of the jacket is sure to be a doggone hit!Award-winning photographer and animal activist Seth Casteel pays tribute to canine vigor and determination with the picture book companion to New York Times bestseller Underwater Dogs, including brand-new photographs as well as old favorites that will leave readers captivated.

    Young train enthusiasts will love learning about record-breaking trains, mountain trains, luxury travel, diesel power, steam giants and high speed electric and lots more featured in this great big book packed with stats and facts. Includes four gatefold spreads which open out to reveal the truly stunning types of the world's trains.

    

    A boy dreams of pitching a winning game with his beloved San Francisco Giants baseball team.

    Marty has always loved baseball and is known as "Smarty Marty" to her friends at school because she knows more about baseball than most grown-up baseball fans. However, her younger brother, Mikey, couldn't be bothered and just doesn't get it...UNTIL, Marty and Mikey attend a real baseball game, where Marty gradually teaches Mikey the ins and outs of baseball, the lingo, strategy, and more, often using real-life examples so Mikey can better understand. Before long, Mikey is no longer solely interested in the salted pretzels and garlic fries of the ballpark but is soon engrossed in the game and cheering along with his older sister. Amy G's story appeals to both boys and girls and also defies the strong gender stereotypes that Amy herself has battled in her 16-year career as a sports journalist and reporter.

    Where there's Lulu, there's family, friends, animals and adventures galore!It's almost time for Lulu's little sister's birthday party. But there's a problem! A pony is running loose and Lulu and her dad, the local vet, have to rescue it. Can they find the pony? And what will happen if the naughty pony gets into more mischief at the party? It's lucky that Lulu has a plan! About the Lulu Bell seriesLulu Bell is a fun-loving, sometimes bossy eight-year-old girl with long honey-coloured hair. She is the practical one in the family – which is fortunate because the rest of the family is slightly zany. She has a sister called Rosie, who is six and loves wearing angel wings and sparkly shoes, and a three-year-old brother called Gus, who likes to wear his superhero suit, even in the bath. Lulu's dad, Dr Bell, is a busy vet, while her mum is an artist. The Bell family have lots of pets, including two dogs called Asha and Jessie, two ginger cats called Pickles and Pepper, some ducklings, and a rabbit. Their home in Manly is right behind the vet hospital, so Lulu helps her dad care for injured and orphaned animals including a baby possum and, in book one, a naughty runaway pony. What's next for Lulu Bell?

    Preparation notes, content notes, sample scripts, teaching tips, challenge activities and review...Foundations Teacher's Manuals have all the information you need to begin teaching the Logic of English immediately!The Teacher's Manual guides you through each lesson, from prep to each step of the instruction and the exercises, games, and optional activities.Each lesson is designed to take about 30 minutes and includes instruction and activities in two or more of the following areas: Phonemic Awareness, Phonograms, Handwriting, Spelling, Spelling Rules, Words, Vocabulary, Reading, Fluency, Comprehension.

    Share the excitement, wonder, and delight of Margaret Wise Brown with this story collection from the author of the children's classics Goodnight Moon and Runaway Bunny.Includes the stories Away in My Airplane, All the Families, Count to 10 with a Mouse, Around the World We Go, Snowballs and Sunshine, Sleep Little Angel, Sleep Tight Sleepy Bears, and Goodnight Little One.

    The theme parks, toys, television shows, and films that carry on his legacy are beloved by millions of people around the world. Readers will discover how Disney built his massive business empire from the ground up, starting as an animator and eventually becoming wealthy as he expanded his interests.

    Stanley Hilda and Daisy love the month of August because that is when their family gets to spend a holiday at the English seashore. One day they notice an old bell hanging near the beach and Jonas an older sailor steps forward to answer their questions about what it is for. He tells them the story of the courageous men who run the lifeboats and the particular impact one such rescue had on his life. A very thorough account of how sailors would go to the rescue of grounded ships during storms. Illustrated with beautiful detailed pictures of every step of the rescue process.

    Then, a stocky, hairy body emerges from the hole. The animal is a badger, and its leaving its burrow to spend the night hunting for prairie dogs, rats, and other small animals. Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of its early elementary school audience, Badgers Burrow gives young readers a chance not only to learn, but also to develop their powers of observation and critical thinking through activities and questions. Clear text and colorful photos and diagrams will engage young readers as they learn about the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of badgers.

    English Lessons Through Literature is a unique program which combines the gentleness of Charlotte Mason's methods with the thoroughness of classical methods. Level 1 is intended for first or second grade, and Level 2 is intended for second or third grade. Each level of this program has three lessons per week for thirty-six weeks, for a total of 108 lessons per year. Each lesson includes copywork, a literature selection to be read aloud, a poem, and an Aesop’s fable. Copywork selections are from the literature, the Bible, poems, and maxims. Each week includes a narration or a picture study. Literature selections include beloved children's classics such as The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan, and The Wind in the Willows. All literature selections are in the public domain in the United States. Optional workbooks are available for each level. See www.barefootmeandering.com for more details.

    With this 3-books-in-1 bind-up of VeggieTales I Can Reads, emergent readers will not only practice their reading skills using the proven success of the I Can Read program, with its age-appropriate vocabulary and concepts but they will be learning about and growing in their faith with the help of their VeggieTales friends!In this new hardcover book, great for gift-giving and family sharing, readers will learn more from Bob, Larry, and other friends such as Princess Petunia, Junior Asparagus, and Lyle!Three titles included:Princess Petunia and the Good Knight ISBN: 9780310732068Junior Battles to Be His Best ISBN: 9780310727323What’s Up With Lyle? ISBN: 9780310721604

    In these four previously published stories, Katie celebrates Valentine's Day, the Fourth of July, Halloween, and Thanksgiving with her friends.

    

    Science Kids: Life Cycles features eye-catching photos that will appeal to young readers, while exciting information will engage them in the science of the subject.

    This three-book collection of VeggieTales I Can Read stories provides young readers with an ideal gift they will enjoy for years to come.This collection includes:The Bubblegum BanditBob and Larry’s Creation VacationBob and Larry and the Case of the Missing Patience

    The beautiful photography and the carefully constructed text work together to help new readers decode the amazing information. LEVEL 2: BEGINNING TO READ ALONE Simple and engaging, with plenty of interest and repetition. Vocabulary is easy and familiar, and sentences are mainly short and simple. Guided Reading Level: J

    They are one of just a few kinds of fish that swim upright. Even more unusually, male sea horses carry eggs in their pouches and give birth to babies. Readers will love learning about these cool creatures.

    . . there are no eggs! Some-bunny has taken the Easter Bunny’s golden egg, and without the golden egg, Easter is on HOLD. Can you sort through all of the possible suspects hopping about Easterville and find the culprit who stole the golden egg? Be quick as a hare—time is running out!Be sure to check out the other On the Loose books—Monsters on the Loose!, perfect for Halloween, and Santa on the Loose!, the perfect Christmas companion.

    “Should we have a swim, Little Bear?” Little Bear shook his head. “I don’t like water, Grandpa,” he said. “Let’s just put one paw in,” said Grandpa, “and see what it feels like.” With Grandpa’s encouragement, will he be brave enough to try something new? Written by best-selling author David Bedford, with gorgeous illustrations by Brenna Vaughan, this sweet, encouraging, and comforting story for any grandpa and his little one to share. Parragon is the largest illustrated non-fiction publisher in the world and a global leader in innovative digital books for children in many languages. Welcome to the world of Parragon!

    Children will learn biblical values, responsibility, and how to be respectful and kind to others. Included in the timeless collection you’ll find The Berenstain Bears Do Their Best, The Berenstain Bears Discover God’s Creation, and The Berenstain Bears Learn to Share. The Berenstain Bears Faithful Cubs — part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series of books—is perfect for:Early readers ages 4-8Reading out loud in classrooms, during story time, and at home or bedtimeBirthday gifts, Easter, holiday gift giving, or as a new addition to your home libraryTeaching children biblical values and moralsSparking creative and intentional conversations about responsibility, respect, kindness, and honestyThe Berenstain Bears Faithful Cubs is an addition to the Living Lights™ series that:Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain familyContinues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain in this Berenstain Bears series of booksIs part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date

    An outstanding presentation of math concepts and exercises that include: Single and Double Digit Numbers Number Line Addition and Subtraction Counting by 10's and 5's Money Time Shapes Fractions Length and volume measurements See if you agree that this Math Series sets the new standard for Elementary Level math books. Two color. Answer key included in back of the book on perforated pages for easy removal. 2013 copyright. 8.5 x 11 inches. Soft cover. 224 pp.

    From the first marks of the youngest writers to ready writers who use their expanding vocabularies to express increasingly complex ideas, Authors Rebecca Olien and Laura Woodside offer teachers, caregivers, and parents of children ages three to eight, 150 ideas for inspiring and scaffolding children’s writing explorations. Select the activities that best support specialized learning objectives as you help your young writers cultivate their creativity!

    He wanders into a school where he discovers many new things like a ruler and books. He has no idea how to use these new items, but an Earthling boy comes to the rescue!

    Isn't it obvious? She is clearly a human being. And anyway, isn't WHO she is what matters most? Coming from a family with a black dad and a white mom makes her extra special, and maybe a little different too. But different is good. Mixie embraces her uniqueness and determines to be the best "Me" she can be.

    When Antoinette, a comely young frog, learns that a famous artist is searching for beautiful flowers to paint, she is determined to get in the picture. But once the portrait is painted, it disappears--perhaps forever. This delightfully humorous mystery is accompanied by colorful illustrations that recall Monet's paintings of the pond near his home in Giverny. The final pages of the book feature reproductions of eight of Monet's water lily paintings. As children follow Antoinette's antics on a summer evening in France, they will become entranced by the pond, the painter, the light, and the beauty of Monet's world.

    Take a fascinating tour of Antarctica to learn what makes it like no other place on Earth. You'll find well-researched, clearly written informational text, primary sources with accompanying questions, charts, graphs, diagrams, timelines, and maps, multiple prompts, and more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

    This fun, lyrical children's poetry collection by award-winning children's singer and songwriter Eric Ode features lively illustrations by Washington State Book Award recipient Erik Brooks.Sea Star WishesDo sea stars make wisheson stars of the nightand dream that they might be as shiny and bright?And if they make wishesperhaps it could bethat fishes make wisheson stars of the sea.

    is magically shrunk, she discovers tiny forest folk exist--and she joins them in a dangerous quest to save their world!