Collected here are the first twelve classic stories, following the Alden children from their first adventure living in an old boxcar all the way through to their exciting journey on a houseboat. This box set is the perfect introduction to a timeless and cherished series.   This enriched ebook box set includes an illustrated biography of author Gertrude Chandler Warner, with photos from the archives at the Warner Museum in Putnam, Connecticut.

    is quick to recognize signs such as ZOO, DON'T WALK, POLICE, and ICE CREAM.  When she reads WET PAINT before her big brother does, Arthur is in for a colorful surprise!

    Little Willy has a big job to do. When his grandfather falls ill, it is up to Willy alone to save their farm from the tax collector. He enters the National Dogsled Race, where he must beat the Indian Stone Fox and his five beautiful Samoyed dogs.

    Will he find something he cares to write about or will his story be a big mess?

    The message of God's holiness comes alive in this colorfully illustrated book, ideal for children and parents alike.

    Children learn to identify a variety of different plant, animal and insect species.-- Helps children identify different species.-- Includes scrapbook pages, for notes or drawings.-- Features detailed true-to-life illustrations.

    This special set of seven delightful books of warmth and whimsy take young readers to the Green Forest to meet Johnny Chuck, Bobby Raccoon, and other characters to learn gentle lessons about wildlife and the environment.

    Thoughtful text introduces the world and work of the artist making the most of a child's natural curiosity

    Explore the functions of levers, wheels, and pulleys, and learn how to lift a lion, pull a panda, and deliver a basket of bananas to a baboon birthday party!

    Blizzard introduces boys and girls to 12 magnificent landscape paintings. Through these carefully selected works and a thought-provoking text, the author guides students toward an imaginative new way of looking at art.This book is suited both for family reading and for sharing with a small group. Each full-color reproduction is accompanied by a brief biological sketch of the artist and a series of open-ended questions designed to make the most of a child's natural curiosity.

    Each of the stories in this collection features different animals and each comes from a different culture. Funny, exciting and thought-provoking, Naomi Adler's retellings reflect her mastery of storytelling. Amanda Hall's beautiful and playful illustrations and borders capture the traditional motifs of each culture. The anthology combined with our new Animal Tales Audio Book CD makes a distinctive gift for animal lovers of any age.Book Details: Format: Paperback Publication Date: 9/1/2006 Pages: 80 Reading Level: Age 4 and Up

    Telegraph - Let someone present a research report on Thomas Edison's early days as a telegrapher. Let someone do a report on Morse code and give a demonstration of it. Graph - Introduce various kinds of graphs in math class. Lithograph - Discuss the process of lithography and talk about Currier and Ives. Their lithographs are still used every year as Christmas cards. make potato or linoleum block prints. Graphite - Have someone research how it is used today. Hologram - Show students a hologram (on a National Geographic cover or on your credit card). Autograph - Have the class write to famous people, requesting an autograph. Phonogram - The Greek word gramma, meaning "letter" or "something written down", comes from graphein. Discuss the invention of the alphabet as an early system of written-down sound.

    Capturing the sweetness of an old-fashioned childhood, the sing-alongs, little plays, natural materials, and wholesome foods encourage a lifetime of wonderful memories. This keepsake edition makes a gorgeous gift for families with young children, and will prove invaluable to homeschoolers and classroom teachers. Includes a satin ribbon marker.

    Soon, it disappears into a hard shell called a chrysalis. Where did it go? This is a perfect beginner's guide to the mystery of metamorphosis.Named as a NSTA/CBC Outstanding Science Trade Books for Children, this book explains the life cycle from caterpillar to butterfly with easy-to-follow prose from Deborah Heiligman and warm, colorful illustrations from Bari Weissman.This is a Stage 1 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explains simple science concepts for preschoolers and kindergarteners. Let's-Read-And-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.Supports the Common Core Learning Standards and Next Generation Science Standards

    But one day, Mrs. Quirk is spotted in the supermarket. And, as if that isn't bad enough, she is later seen trying on skates at the mall. Does she have a secret life? And just who is that girl that looks just like her -- only smaller? In this delightfully zany picture book, every child's curiosity is made wonderfully plain as Mrs. Quirk and her cohorts are found out at last!

    But the ghost Jake Hubbard meets is not like other ghosts...

    Children explore a world of amazing science -- from capillary action to liquid density to emulsions to plastics -- all while making magical mixtures they concoct themselves.

    In this sing-and-count book the dial turns to make the children tumble out of bed, one by one.

    An international collection of 18 nursery tales for young children, grouped by theme, such as "Runaway Cookies," "Slowpokes and Speedsters," and "Chain Tales," and brillantly illustrated with full-color borders.

    Each month features engaging activities that revolve around two favorite themes, from butterflies and phases of the moon in September, to animal homes and the sun in May. Includes background information, carefully selected picture books for read-aloud and independent reading, reproducible science journal pages, Science-at-Home newsletters, assessment tips, and more. For use with Grades K-3.

    A young girl sees the different effects the wind makes and wonders where the wind goes afterwards.

    From poodles to golden retrievers. These books are ideal for research reports and general reading.-- Bolded glossary words and full index enhance the fact-filled text-- Large, easy-to-read print-- Colorful layouts and charts with fascinating photos

    A pioneer girl copes successfully with the loss of her mother and a difficult move.

    Here is a captivating picture book for cat lovers of all ages--told from a feline point of view.  Pandora, a beautiful black cat, has lived contentedly in a cozy house with a man and woman who cherish her. One day they bring a baby home, and Pandora begins to feel both unloved and unwanted.  She runs away in a huff and learns how to fend for herself in the wild.  But when she gives birth to two kittens of her own, Pandora begins to understand why her humans were so protective of their new baby.  When her kittens are strong enough, Pandora leads them back home, where they all live together as one happy human and cat family.  This tender story of tolerance will especially appeal to children who have to accept a new baby into the family.

    Here's a sympathetic and honest look at what to expect when having a minor operation.

    This book provides a moving tribute to their independent, hard-working way of life.

    The Pepin family lived in the north woods along the wild St. Maurice River, and Henry learned all of Grandpa Pepin's stories by heart. Everyong says they are just stories, until the night Grandpa and Henry go upriver in search of the fiddler and something strange and wondrous does happen. Full color.