Today is Bear's special day and Franklin is determined not to be late!

    Finally, a big brown bear is followed in by a tiny brown mouse and what happens next makes for a wonderfully funny climax.As the story of the animals in the mitten unfolds, the reader can see Nicki in the boarders of each page, walking through the woods unaware of what is going on.Once again Jan Brett has created a dramatic and beautiful picture book in her distinctive style. She brings the animals to life with warmth and humor, and her illustrations are full of visual delights and details faithful to the Ukrainian tradition from which the story comes.

    Dozens of children in Nome become sick with diphtheria. Without antitoxin serum, they will perish - and the closest supply is 650 miles away! The only way to get the serum to Nome is by sled, but can the dogs deliver it in time? Heading bravely into a brutal blizzard, Balto leads the race for life.Illus. in full color.

    But one cold winter’s night Percy discovers that his little friends need more than food, and he must think of a way to help them find a warm place to sleep for the night. Percy’s hut is nice and warm, but he discovers that if you invite one animal in you’ll have to invite them all in. With Percy's small hut—they are certainly going to be squashed!

    No wonder the other elephants laugh at him!If he were ordinary elephant color, the others might stop laughing. That would make Elmer feel better, wouldn't it? David McKee's comical fable about everyone’s favorite patchwork elephant teaches readers to be themselves and celebrates the power of laughter.

    Splendidly straightforward and comic, it is at first unbelievable and then irresistible. When Little Mole looks out of his hole one morning - PLOP! - something lands on his head. Whodunit? Now a new generation of readers will enjoy this one-of-a-kind, stinky, and delightful story for the first time.Book Details: Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 3/1/2007 Pages: 24 Reading Level: Age 3 and Up

    Introducing Clifford Beginning Books featuring classic Clifford stories in a paper-over-board format priced at only $3.99!What was Clifford like before he was big and red? Travel back to find out how Clifford spent his days as a puppy!This title is one of eight Clifford classics being reformatted for Summer 2005!

    Rhyming questions and answers will charm and amuse children. Full-color illustrations.

    One day three white mice discover three jars of paint--red, blue, and yellow. But what happens when they splash in the colors, mixing the red and blue? Or dance in the blue and yellow? This playful introduction to colors will appeal to any budding artist or curious preschooler.

    This celebration of the wonder and variety of earth's animals is "joyous...a book to be shared" (Booklist, starred review).

    16 pages of drawings.

    The Market Square Dog is his tale of a friendly stray dog who comes to beg in the Darrowby village square-and goes without a home until the local policeman saves the day.

    The animals in Trinity Wood feel safe from predators, but their world is changing, humans are coming closer with their bulldozers, houses, their guns and their dogs.

    "A talented cast of mostly British actors make clever use of burrs and brogues to give every weasel, rat and mouse a distinctive personality".

    And that lost mitten stretches and stretches -- and stretches -- to provide shelter for many woodland creatures. A Ukrainian folk tale.

    650 full-color illustrations.

    Ric O’Barry shares his journey with dolphins and other sea mammals in this captivating autobiographical look back at his years as a dolphin trainer for aquatic theme parks, movies, and television. Also included is a preface relaying a first-hand account of his adventures filming the 2010 Academy Award–winning documentary The Cove, which covertly uncovered Japan’s inhumane dolphin-hunting practices. O’Barry, a successful animal trainer who had had everything—money, flashy cars, pretty women—came to realize that dolphins were easy to train, not because of his great talent, but because they possessed great intelligence, and that keeping them in captivity was cruel and morally wrong. O’Barry now dedicates his life to stopping the exploitation of these exceptional mammals by retraining them to return to their natural habitats.

    But after Zack soaks her in water, she grows into a real live alligator!Bridget wrestles the garden hose and swings from the monkey bars. And what other alligator can do cartwheels?Bridget the alligator is the silly, sassy star of this funny Level Two I Can Read, geared toward kids who can read on their own but still need a little help.

    With the style and wit that have made Capstick the acclaimed heir to Hemingway and Ruark, he again delivers a masterpiece of true adventure that is scarier and more suspenseful than any fiction--because it is true!

    From Hollywood animal behavioristand author of Modoc: The True Story of the Greatest Elephant That Ever Lived, Ralph Helfer, comes a surprising behind-the-scenes account of his years working as a trainer to the (four-legged) stars.In The Beauty of the Beasts, Helfer chronicles the many television programs and films in which his animals appeared, including Charlie's Angels and The Ten Commandments, and the stars he and his animals worked with such as Elvis Presley, Clint Eastwood, Marilyn Monroe, Sonny and Cher, and more.Complete with a 16-page insert of photos from Helfer, The Beauty of the Beasts is a book about the important role animals play in our lives, and how much less human we would be without them.

    Set on an island in Northern Ontario, the Wolf Island story, based on an actual event, is a moving chronicle of what happens when the highest link in a food chain is removed. The resultant population growth, food shortage, and starvation affect every member of the chain. A family of wolves leave their island environment. Although, at first, their absence is unnoticed, nature's delicately balanced ecosystem comes undone over a period of months, and the mice, rabbits, squirrels, and even owls fight for survival. Finally, the accidental return of the wolf family to their home restores the island habitat to health. Celia Godkin's dramatic, full colour illustrations will inspire readers of all ages. Her scientific portrait of an ecosystem and its component species will not be easily forgotten.

    Award-winning nature writer Hope Ryden brings readers not only a scientific look at animal behaviors but also a warm and engaging story of the adventures and family life of the beaver.

    Helpful Veterinary Anatomy Textbook.

    "You don't look very well. What's the matter with you?" "I don't know," said Frog. "I feel like laughing and crying at the same time. And there's something going thump-thump inside me, here."It's not easy to be in love-but it's easy to be in love with Frog!Frog is worried because his heart is beating too fast-could he be in love? But who is he in love with? This enchanting mini-book will delight children of all ages and strike a chord with anyone who knows what it is to be in love.

    It includes statements from women across the country of all ages.

    Book annotation not available for this title...Title: .The Musical Life of Gustav Mole..Author: .Meyrick, Kathryn (ILT)..Publisher: .Childs Play Intl Ltd..Publication Date: .2006/09/01..Number of Pages: .32..Binding Type: .PAPERBACK..Library of Congress: .

     After investing in a property in the Lowlands, Three Oaks Farm, Cunningham starts kennels for breeding and training gun dogs. The farm is in the middle of dog-breeding country. Neighbour Joe Little raises Labradors; Laura Daiches and Olive Cory, who live next to each other, also raise spaniels, but strictly for show - and never fail to express contempt for Cunningham's working dogs. But the dog breeding world proves to be a ruthlessly competitive business, where enemies are easily made. Especially when a rival breeder is murdered, and Cunningham is framed for the crime... Gerald Hammond is a retired architect and the creator of the mystery series featuring John Cunningham, a dog breeder in Scotland, and Keith Calder, a gunsmith. He also writes under the pseudonyms Arthur Douglas and Dalby Holden.

    Gianni Vecchiato's 150 photographs in this book provide a magnificent view of the textiles and people of Guatemala, truly a feast for the eye and spirit.

    A young cat and dog discover the dangers and delights of the outside world when they wander away from the farm.

    Children will enjoy spotting this winsome, elusive puss in King's beautifully crafted paintings, which evoke the many pleasures of a country cat's world.--Kirkus Reviews. Full-color illustrations.

    

    Nicholas' Eve in Hans Brinker's Day, by Mary Mapes DodgeA Gift from Mr. Guerney, by Deborah ApyAn Alphabet of Christmas -- author unknownThe Fuzzy Little Christmas, by Nan RoloffLong, Long Ago -- author unknownThe Tree That Didn't Get Trimmed, by Christopher MorleyWhy the Chimes Rang, by Raymond MacDonald AldenChristmas Among the Animals -- An Old Dutch Christmas TaleChristmas Underground, by Kenneth GrahameYes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus, by Francis P. ChurchA Very Murray Christmas, by Barbara NeveuGrandma's Fast-Food Christmas Dinner, by Pauline PatrickThe Gift of the Magi, by O. HenryChristmas Bells, by Henry Wadsworth LongfellowHow Saint Francis Told the Christmas Story, by St. Francis of AssisiSanta Gets the Bug, by Nan RoloffThe Holy Night, by Selma LagerlöfThe Christmas Story, adapted by Nancy P. McConnellAt Christmas, Anything Can Happen, by Franklin KincaidChristmas is for Children, by Nancy P. McConnellThe Christmas Cuckoo, by Peggy TooleThe Night Before Christmas, by Clement C. Moore

    There are also descriptions and photographs of forty-one breeds accepted by the leading national cat associations. In addition, The Cornell Book of Cats outlines first-aid measures that should be taken before an emergency trip to the veterinarian. Also, you'll find step-by-step instructions on in-home follow-up medical care.

    Acts of vanity, trickery, quiet courage, and fraternal loyalty enrich this collection of African and Jewish folktales, retold by a master storyteller and illustrated with richly detailed paintings.

    That is, until Leo the Lop comes to the rescue in this delightful tale.

    

    Follow the transformation from a tiny white egg laid on a leaf to a brilliantly colored butterfly in this kid-friendly introduction to metamorphosis. With detailed, bright watercolors, Gail Gibbons illustrates the life cycle of the monarch butterfly, stage by stage, as it grows, changes, and takes flight.With clear, labeled diagrams and simple text that defines and reinforces important vocabulary, Monarch Butterfly introduces key concepts of insect anatomy and behavior. And of course, the unique migration of the monarch-- which can range up to four thousand miles-- is covered, with descriptions of how the insects travel, and how people in their path celebrate the occasion.This classic look at butterflies also includes directions on raising your own monarch at home, and a page of fun facts about these colorful butterflies.

    The two all-time favorite Pippa books, Pippa Mouse and Here's Pippa Again!, are brought together in this single volume.

    A humorous story about Molly the cat who lives on Windy Edge Farm.

    With each spread of Dupasquier's detailed drawings, particular areas of interest are pinpointed by questions on the whereabouts of key characters. This helps children follow the various storylines.

    Discusses how the early prehistoric reptiles developed and adapted for survival, before being replaced by more advanced life forms.

    William D. Berry was nationally known as a wildlife artist, but to many Alaskans, he was also a kind of state treasure and certainly a natural resource. Berry's clear vision, conveyed with his disciplined skills, captured Alaska's creatures and their habitats in works that are both scientifically accurate and artistically compelling.From his childhood in the southwestern desert to the closing days of his life in the taiga forest of Alaska, Berry was absorbed by the diversity of living creatures with which he shared the world. Years of observation gave him a singular capability to perceive animals; years of study gave him an equally singular ability to convey them to observers through an array of artists' media. Fox cubs or caribou, his animals are what you might see--if you had his patience or powers of observation. Each fully rendered creature has its own character, presented with respect for its individuality as well as accuracy for its individuality as well as accuracy for its species characteristics.It is a privilege for the University of Alaska to bring this sampler of Bill Berry's private efforts from the 1950s before a wider audience. The book is grouped into four sections: Denali Park, color sketches, Point Hope, and around and about Alaska. Within each, the animals are in taxonomic order, the way Berry arranged and filed them.Berry's friend, zoologist William O Pruitt, once observed that this artist's field sketches were the equivalent of the scientist's field notes. Perhaps it is that honesty that makes his work a challenge to other artists who wish to capture the essence of animals and captivate viewers. It is surely one of the reasons that his sketches continue to please all who cherish wilderness.

    Foster shows you how to render a variety of different horse breeds in pencil, with tips on adding touches with charcoal, crayon, and brush and ink. In this step-by-step book, he explains not only a number of drawing techniques and special effects but also his own method of developing a drawing to its fullest. You will learn about various breeds and their proportions, starting with their heads and then progressing to full bodies. And in addition to helpful drawing instruction, "Horses" also contains a wealth of beautiful equine drawings you can both copy and admire ItAEs a fabulous addition to any artistAEs drawing reference library.

    And when the night tide comes in, the crashing waves offer him the freedom he craves. Full-color illustrations.

    The southern herds in the Texas Panhandle were gone as early as 1878. John R. Cook was one of the hunters taking part in the extermination. His book, The Border and the Buffalo, first published in a small edition at Topeka, Kansas, in 1907, is one of the most important first-hand accounts about buffalo hunting that has been written. The organization of hunts, camp routines, and marketing of the buffalo hides are all described in detail. The book also highlights battles with the Cheyenne and Comanche Indians, and various scouts with the U.S. Cavalry on the plains of Texas.

    Eschewing species lists and the charts-and-graphs approach of professional ornithologists and competitive birders, Kilham’s On Watching Birds elegantly balances the aesthetic and humanistic with the scientific. The author offers a philosophy of embracing nature through discovery rather than a methodology for categorizing it.“Watch everything,” Kilham advises the novice, for one may be surprised by what one sees, even when observing the most common of birds. His observations become part beautifully told story and part life-lesson, as the habits and rituals of cranes, crows, owls—even otters—reveal a rich counterlife of often unnoticed behavioral variation and personality in living nature. “Behavior watching,” Kilham concludes, “not only strengthens my bonds with the beauty of nature, but also my empathy with living things.”First published in 1988, this autobiographical account of a renowned naturalist’s love affair with birds has already become a classic. Illustrated with Joan Waltermire’s delicately rendered line drawings, On Watching Birds is now once again available to readers who wish to discover the simple pleasures of connecting with the natural world.

    But as the warthog returns every day to eat grass near Betty's front door, Betty gets to know him--and before long Walter is eating out of Betty's hand. Full-color photographs throughout.

    Here, in a dramatic narrative filled with spectacular, lifelike illustrations, is a fascinating look at the lives of a small pack of Arctic wolves. An NCTE/CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children. Full color.

    Full-color illustrations.

    

    

    Here are the stories of moving continents and dying dinosaurs, epics of Ice Age transformations and how new islands have been formed and populated. Full-color illustrations throughout.

    Their descriptions were often accurate but sometimes misinterpreted the animals' behaviors and underlying explanations for those behaviors. Organized natural history became one of the roots of the science of ecology inthe 1920s and by the 1960s scientists had begun to study the biology of weasels with all the critical, objective advantages of modern theory and equipment. Until the first edition of this book appeared in 1989 no one had attempted to explain these results to non-specialist naturalists. Nowthoroughly revised, this book will continue to be the main one-stop reference for professionals. But both kinds of knowledge are brought together here-- observations for the traditional naturalist and rigorous measurements and interpretations for modern scientists, integrated into a single, readableaccount.This new edition provides a comprehensive summary of the extensive advances over the last 15 years in our knowledge of these fascinating animals. A new U.S.-based co-author reshapes the content to be more U.S.-centric. Stories about North America trappers and backwoodsmen interacting with weaselsreplace some (not all) of the previous stories about English gamekeepers. These changes permeate the book, so readers familiar with the first edition will recognize some material, but will find a lot that is new. Much less reliable European information quoted in the first edition was there at thetime when no better information was available. Now a new NZ chapter focuses on predation problems of the species introduced to that country. This edition, much more than a simple update, is now truly an international treatment and a more valuable resource.

    There's nothing he likes to do better than to settle in front of the screen for the weekend with a fluorescent soft drink, cookies oozing white cream filling, packs of purple foaming pellets, and more…while his mind becomes stupefied.Feeling neglected by his parents, he drifts into a routine of watching TV for hour after hour. His father, angered by this "useless" activity, first hauls the TV down to the musty basement, where Fred re-connects it, and then outside. This is a big mistake. The TV gets wet in the rain, and then explodes when Fred tries to plug it in and watch it in the backyard.This is the beginning of Fred's transformation. When the TV repairman takes the insides to the shop for repair, the empty cabinet becomes a refuge for birds. Fred feeds them, and, bit by bit, more birds come to forage in his television feeder. Sitting in front of it in the backyard, Fred becomes active again, responding to the creatures that relate to him in turn.

    This comprehensive field guide covers them all. It includes the research in line with various findings and taxonomy; information; maps and images (where available) combined in a modern, full-colour layout; and colour coding introduced according to family groupings.

    Today, the animal rights movement is well-established across the globe and continues to gain momentum, with animal experimentation for medical research high on the agenda and very much in the news. This pioneering book — an historical survey of the relationship between humans and non-humans — paved the way for these developments. Revised, updated to include the movement's recent history and available in paperback for the first time, and now introducing Ryder's concept of 'painism', Animal Revolution is essential reading for anyone who cares about animals or humanity.

    A complete illustrated guide to the life and habits of deer species.

    That's when he goes into town to do errands. From the barber to the baker to the florist, everyone knows Paddy--an amazing dog both on- and offstage. Full-color illustrations throughout.

    ZOOBOOKS, the 59-book animal series - the "everything you wanted to know but didn't know who to ask" guide to the world's most fascinating creatures. Each exciting edition of ZOOBOOKS is packed with current scientific facts, striking photography, beautiful illustrations and unique activities that teach children about animals and the habitats in which they live. With innovative publications and products, Wildlife Education, Ltd. has enriched the lives of children, parents, and educators nationwide for 20 years. All titles are offered in library-bound hardcover and soft-cover styles. ZOOBOOKS, ideal for the knowledge-hungry 5-12 year old!

    Reed tells more stories of his adventures as a diver at California's Marine World/Africa U.S.A., this time about the dolphins with whom he worked and played--and came to know, respect, and love.

    Providing in-depth discussions of immunizations, worming, and dental care, Horse Sense also includes techniques for effectively treating common maladies like colic, choke, and founder. Monitor your animal’s health, prevent debilitating illnesses, and keep your horse thriving and happy for years to come.

    

    Written for the layperson and the scientist alike, this study of how heredity affects physical and behavioral conditions in dogs includes basic genetic principles, polygenic inheritance, inheritance of many desirable and undesirable features, genetic diseases, and much more.

    Text confronting animal rights: do experimental animals feel pain and suffer, and if so, what ought humans do about it? Forwarded by Jane Goodall. For veterinary students, educators, and anyone who cares about animals and the way they are treated in our society. This is an expanded edition of the first printing: c1989. Hardcover, softcover available.

    -- Delightful carousel entertains children throughout the seasons-- Includes a simple story and cut-out figures you can dress!

    Lewis, this new anthology of writings by Christians on the condition and rights of animals is a helpful and timely introduction that will appeal to general readers interested in animal welfare as well as activists and students of religion.

    Happy Miss Rat plays her banjo while all the other animals are getting ready for the coming winter, and her musical practice eventually gives her the means of earning her livelihood.

    Book by Shapiro, Robert, Rapkin, Julie

    When he is left alone for the afternoon, Tickle must learn that sometimes being to curious can get you into trouble.

    Illustrated. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

    

    Penelope is back in the saddle - or more frequently out of it - in a series of adventures with her favourite fat, furry, wicked pony, Kipper.

    But by the time she reaches the pet store, the money is gone! Keep track of the disappearing dollars and find out how Annie ends up with a lot more than she bargained for.

    information/history about the breed and breeding of Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs

    Features 60 species of birds commonly sighted in Grand Teton National Park.

    

    

    The Shy Little Kitten leaves its secret place and learns to have fun with all the other inhabitants of Little Golden Book Land.

    Full-color photos.

    As with the previous books, readers will be captivated by the brilliant color photography and lifelike illustrations of animals in their natural environment. At the same time, the informative and easy-to-read text will captivate even the most reluctant students. All aspects of the animals' development and habitats are covered. In addition, special activity sections bring the unforgettable information to life.Invite your students to the wild world of animals today, without ever leaving your library. Order "Zoobooks" and let the adventure begin!

    The book is in a question and answer format, and provides knowledge for a general audience as well as students of marine biology. The book provides a comprehensive review of the biology of sharks in three broad divisions. The first division is a general overview of shark biology and evolutionary history. The second division is on "supersharks"; those sharks interesting in terms of life history, size or temperament. The last division covers the interactions between sharks and humans, and looks at the risk of shark attack. It provides a brief survey of the commercial uses of sharks.

    A lyrical and expertly illustrated presentation of the plants, animals, insects, and natural environment that emerge between dusk and dawn.