Even if they don't have much money for presents, they always have one another, and that's enough to make any Christmas merry. This lavish gift book gathers together five of Laura's classic Christmas stories from Little House in the Big Woods, Little Houes on the Prairie, and On the Banks of Plum Creek, and is illustrated with gently colorized versions of Garth Williams' original art. Bring these stories home with you as part of your own Christmas celebration!And, this Christmas, you can also be Laura with the Little House Christmas Theater Kit! Inside this wonderful new kit is everything you need to put on two Christmas plays adapted from the Little House books. Ask for this kit at a bookstore near you, and make your Christmas this year a Little House Christmas!1994 "Pick of the Lists" (ABA)

    They have delighted in the romance of Jane Austen, thrilled at the adventures of Jules Verne, and pondered the lessons of Aesop. Introduce young readers to these familiar volumes with Great Illustrated Classics. In this series, literary masterworks have been adapted for young scholars. Large, easy-to-read type and charming pen-and-ink drawings enhance the text. Students are sure to enjoy becoming acquainted with traditional literature through these well-loved classics.

    "It feels special," he tells her with a twinkle in his eye. "Perhaps it is a dragon's egg!"The stone is pretty, and Ai Lien places it on her dresser. She can hardly believe what happens next. In the middle of the night, the stone cracks and opens...and a baby dragon is born.

    Sonic, a blue super-fast hedgehog, and his Uncle Chuck once again confront Robotnik and his evil robots.

    Read all about it! How the people in 13 small colonies beat a great and powerful nation, became free, and went on to write some astounding words that inspired the whole world.

    "Getz explains the incredible story of the Iceman clearly and concisely, simply enough for a child to understand but in enough depth to satisfy a curious lay adult." --Kirkus Reviews

    As MomCat bids farewell to her kittens, Purry Brother decides to move into the barn, Smart Sister heads for the chicken coop, and AdventureCat strikes out on her own as she discovers the world.

    Three friends, Casey, Jenny, and Kate, are excited when Jenny's mother has a baby and they decide to go to work as nannies.

    This unique reference takes a visual approach to explaining science to children.

    It's factually and chronologically accurate and includes as many names, ideas, and events as possible without slowing down the pace. But, mainly, the book captures some of the spirit, excitement, perils, and follies of the Revolutionary Era.

    If you were big you could stay up late toasting marshmellows, or swim in the sea with whales, or ride a real motorbike. There are times, though, when being little is a big advantage!