in full color. A sympathetic story about Sister Bear, who conquers her fear of starting kindergarten.

    This acclaimed best-seller, first published in 1978, transports readers into a world of pure magic and mystery.

    These favorite titles are ready for another generation of children to love.

    This charming allegorical tale is once again available in a new edition. 18 color illustrations.

    The pictures have "the hazy softness of air in snow." A little boy rushes out into the wintry day to build a snowman, which comes alive in his dreams that night. The boy invites him home and in return is taken on a flight high above the countryside.

    Each beautifully illustrated page encourages young children to interact with the picture to find the next fairy tale and nursery rhyme character. This board book edition is perfect for little hands. In this book "With your little eye, Take a look, And play 'I spy'". This familiar rhyme has been given the brilliant Ahlbreg treatment to which no young child can fail to respond. It's a book which will be read over and over again . . . just perfect!'"Deceptively simple. 'Each Peach Pear Plum' is a work of genius." - Elaine Moss

    “The full-color pictures with subtle tonal modulations are an integral part of the design of the lumious pages full of movement and vitality. The Italianate aspects of the setting are beautifully realized.”--The Horn Book

    You hear rocks murmuring and hills singing, and it seems like the most natural thing in the world. Of course, it takes a lot of practice, and you can’t be in a hurry. Most people never hear these things at all. This is the story of an old man who had a special way of hearing and of a child who hoped to learn his secrets. Byrd Baylor and Peter Parnall have combined their unique, award-winning talents to celebrate the world of nature.

    But it never rained rain and it never snowed snow and it never blew just wind. It rained things like soup and juice. It snowed things like mashed potatoes. And sometimes the wind blew in storms of hamburgers. Life for the townspeople was delicious until the weather took a turn for the worse. The food got larger and larger and so did the portions. Chewandswallow was plagued by damaging floods and storms of huge food. The town was a mess and the people feared for their lives. Something had to be done, and in a hurry.

    Three brave little bears explore the inside of a mysterious old tree and go into, up, through, over, down, and out.

    The more you learn, the more places you’ll go”. In this delightful book, Dr. Seuss celebrates the joys of reading, encouraging young children to take pride in their budding reading abilities.With his unique combination of hilarious stories, zany pictures and riotous rhymes, Dr. Seuss has been delighting young children and helping them learn to read for over fifty years. Creator of the wonderfully anarchic Cat in the Hat, and ranked among the UK's top ten favourite children's authors, Seuss is firmly established as a global best-seller, with nearly half a billion books sold worldwide.As the first step in a major rebrand programme, HarperCollins is relaunching 17 of Dr. Seuss's best-selling books, including such perennial favourites as The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham and Fox in Socks. In response to consumer demand, the bright new cover designs incorporate much needed guidance on reading levels, with the standard paperbacks divided into three reading strands – Blue Back Books for parents to share with young children, Green Back Books for budding readers to tackle on their own, and Yellow Back Books for older, more fluent readers to enjoy. I Can Read With My Eyes Shut belongs to the Green Back Book range.

    The tales trace the life of Beatrix Potter from her first publication in of The Tale of Peter Rabbit 1902 to her later tales set around her farm, Hill Top. A wonderful illustrated introduction provides background on Beatrix Potter and the people and places that inspired her writing.

    There was a terrible mistake - Wayside School was built with one classroom on top of another, thirty stories high (The builder said he was sorry.) Maybe that's why all kinds of funny things happened at Wayside-especially on the thirteenth floor.

     In January, the cows stay in the barnyard, and the chickens don't lay many eggs. By March, you can tell spring is coming: the barn is filled with baby animals. Month by month, the animals at Maple Hill Farm sense the changing seasons and respond to the changes. Through gently humorous text and charming illustrations, Alice and Martin Provensen capture one year at their beloved Maple Hill Farm in a way sure to delight city slickers and country folk alike.

    This is a new Puffin edition of Allan Ahlberg's best-selling Cops and Robbers classic picture book, with a brand new cover! The robbers of London town plan a desperate crime one Christmas Eve - to steal all the toys they can lay their hands on! Fortunately, the robbers meet their match in brave office Pugh who leaps into action and arrests the villains - all except Grandma Swagg who manages to get away.

    All the central characters are spirited females—decisive heroes of extraordinary courage, wit, and achievement who set out to determine their own fate. Some of their stories are comic, some adventurous, some eerie, and some magical. The Chicago Sun-Times writes: "A sparkling gathering of traditional, yet little-known, tales from all parts of the globe. The female characters. . . manage to outsmart, outdo, and over-power the villains with nerves of steel, cunning minds, and disarming senses of humor."

    In Leo's first adventure, he and the other bunnies learn that no matter what you look like, everyone is normal. Full-color illustrations.

    There were so many things that he could do with all of that money! He could buy as much gum as he wanted, or even a walkie-talkie, if he saved enough. But somehow the money began to disappear... Readers of all ages will be delighted by this attractive new edition of Judith Viorst's beloved picture book.

    One Saturday morning while their parents are away, the three Noonan children decide to paint the house.

    Five new episodes in the friendship of two hippos: "The Tight Rope," "The Diary," "The Icky Story," "The Big Scare," "The Amusement Park."

    One morning Grasshopper finds a lovely road to follow. Off he goes on his journey, past plenty of busy characters. They wonder why Grasshopper isn’t as busy as they are. But Grasshopper—well, he is happy just walking down the road.Arnold Lobel's beloved Level 2 I Can Read classic was created for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.The classic Frog and Toad stories by Arnold Lobel have won numerous awards and honors, including a Newbery Honor, a Caldecott Honor, ALA Notable Children’s Book, Fanfare Honor List (Horn Book), School Library Journal Best Children’s Book, and Library of Congress Children’s Book.

    The poem engages in flights of fancy - what about a husk being a house for an ear of corn, or a throat being a house for a hum? "And once you get started in thinking this way,/ It seems that whatever you see/ Is either a house or it lives in a house,/ And a house is a house for me!" whimsical drawings color the imaginative text.

    Full-color.

    Sharing life lessons and memorable morals, the Serendipity books are a seasoned favorite with children and parents alike. So, journey to the magical, mystical land of Serendipity with these four cherished editions featuring newly revised text from the author.The Furry Eyefulls are so busy trying to see everything beautiful, that they can't even enjoy it! It takes a little blind snake named Kartusch to help them really experience the beauty of their surroundings.

    The intergalactic adventures of Luke Skywalker and the Rebel Alliance as they battle the evil Imperial forces which have overthrown the Old Republic.

    "Both informative and blunt, the book provides young readers with solid facts as well as plenty to snicker about, including sage advice ('Don't hold them in--pass that gas!)."--"Publishers Weekly." Full color.

    “The optimistic determination of the woman and the gentle humor of the illustrations make this an appealing book for the very young.”--School Library JournalThis title has been selected as a Common Core Text Exemplar (Grades K-1, Stories).

    Chester longs to be a performer in the circus, but the road to stardom is rocky until someone discovers Chester's true "worldliness."

    Soon she is rescued and nursed back to health by some merciful children but leaves them to make her way back to the city. A kindly street performer takes her in and shower her the possibilities of human decency. But in the middle of a cold night, fate decides that Scruffy must once more be alone. Alone that is, until a bullterrier named Butch accepts her as part of the street pack that beds down each night in an abandoned car and roams the streets and back alleys during the day. Then one terrible day they are all taken to the pound and condemned to death. But by now, Scruffy has a talent for survival. She not only saves the day but she becomes a national celebrity!

    A collection of 12 read-aloud stories featuring the Sesame Street Muppets.

    A French girl's brush with death while trying to secure a cherished doll from a ledge surrounding the top of a bell tower leads to the revelation of an evil spell on the doll and the identity of its victims.

    Pure, bright colors and a literal interpretation allow Asch to spin out the details in unified simplicity fitted to preschoolers' interests, feelings, and attention spans.--Booklist.

    A brief biography emphasizing the importance of learning in the life of the scientist who was awarded the Nobel prize for her work in chemistry.

    Each spring the snow child must leave, but every winter she returns with the first snowfall and comes to life with a kiss.

    High-spirited, impulsive and often exasperated by her elders, this young female is determined to keep her end up.

    . . freight train.In simple, powerful words and vibrant illustrations, Donald Crews evokes the rolling wheels of that childhood favorite: a train. This board book features sturdy pages and is just the right size for little hands.This Calecott Honor Book features bright colors and bold shapes. Even a child not lucky enough to have counted freight cars will feel he or she has watched a freight train passing after reading Freight Train.Donald Crews used childhood memories of trains seen during his travels to his grandparents' farm in the American South as the inspiration for this timeless favorite.

    Luckily, Samantha discovers a furry, blue-eyed creature living in the cellar: a bogwoppit, once believed to be extinct.

    Illustrated.

    Otto Seibold---the creator of OLIVE, THE OTHER REINDEER---brings readers a fantastical Wonderland filled with surprises.Lewis Carroll's classic tale of magic and discovery comes to life in this pop-up extravaganza. Readers are invited to follow Alice on her journey, down the rabbit hole and through Wonderland, to meet all the colorful characters she encounters along the way. This exceptional interactive feast offers Alice fans of every age an unforgettable glimpse into the adventure and wild fun that is Wonderland.

    Through the power of music everyone learns that the loveliness of nature is there for everyone to share. Illustrated by Robin James.

    Full-color illustrations.

    

    Or has he reformed? Before you can say "Yo Ho Ho" the Terrapin household has become headquarters of the century's biggest pirate party.The Librarian and the Robbers is an equally tickling tale of a band of wicked robbers who one day carry off Serena Laburnum, a beautiful librarian. Follow what happens as the lovely and learned Miss L. not only outwits the robbers, turning them into outstanding citizens, but also teaches them the everlasting pleasures of library science.

    

    Nobody will ever catch him! Red O'Malley secretly admires the wily dog who has created trouble ever since he cem to town. But his father, the dog-catcher, has been outsmarted by Houdini once too often....and is determined to put an end to him once and for all! The touching story of a clever mutt and the boy who risked his life to save him.

    Nitter Pitter, a horse, never went and played with the other horses because he thought he was better looking then them. Then one day something happed, read this book and discover its not what's on the outside that matters.

    A sister and brother miss the bus to camp and instead secretly spend an adventurous summer at a cabin in the woods.

    Feeling a little foolish perhaps, but determined to see for himself if the dream is true, Isaac sets out on his long journey. What he finds makes a surprising and heart-warming ending to this retelling of a well-known folk tale. In a few words, Cadelcott Medal winner Uri Shulevitz draws a man who is innocent enough to have faith in a dream, and wise enough to understand the greatest reward of all.Isaac's solitary journey, his arrival at hte vast city, and his discovery there are all enriched by Mr. Shulevitz's beautifully detailed illustrations, which masterfully capture the spirit of the original tale while keeping it simple enough for the very youngest reader.The Treasure is a 1980 Caldecott Honor Book and a 1979 New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Book of the Year.

    A well-meaning puppy decides to show everyone how good he can be by ridding his owners' home of ants.

    A prince who has tired of his life at court aspires to lead the simple life, but finds it much harder than he imagined.

    A boy and a mouse describe their relationship during the months they spend together.

    But Tweezle and her friends help one another-she shows them the value of hard work while they teach her that laughter can make work more fun!

    

    Shows the growth of an English village from a medieval clearing to the urban congestion of the present day as seen from the same viewpoint approximately every hundred years.

    The Mayo brothers, knowing the importance of sharing, enter a career in which they can share their knowledge, skills, and money with sick people and other doctors.

    But first he must travel far and wide to find a golden eagle, a leaf-green bull, and a lion with a snow-white heart. Only then can he fight with a shining sword to conquer the dragon, fearsome beyond imagining.

    Benjamin and Elephant are sent to the store to buy some groceries but Elephant makes so many rhymes and puns on the list that they forget what they are supposed to buy.

    Questions and answers about all kinds of boats and planes, cars and trains, buses, helicopters, sleds, and other things that move.

    Now they're on the camping trip they've always dreamed of, trekking up the mountain to see if the story is really true. But they will have to live with what they find . . .

    Beautiful paintings highlight a text depicting the ways various peoples from around the world welcome the sun and the start of a new day.Text first appeared in McCall Magazine, February, 1977.

    Features die-cut pages.

    With the powerful Wand of the Necromancers in her possession, an apprentice witch tries to prevent the restoration of the days of the dark lore.

    

    Pig's daring world-wide adventures never lead him to suspect that he has never left the barn.

    They dream of opening their own restaurant and not having to work for their grumpy boss any more. One day they are left in charge of the antiques shop and they discover that their boss has a secret. A BIG secret.

    Feeling neglected by her innkeeper mother, Rosie reveals her feelings and dreams in a fantasy world called the Land of Three Roses which she and her bartender friend create together.

    

    Featuring the letters A and B and the number 1.

    A competitor's attempt to discredit Jean-Pierre and Isabelle's restaurant backfires and the Rue Petite receives even more accolades.

    Until the day she receives an heirloom - a golden locket that teaches her the magical power of believing in herself.Every little girl will be delighted and inspired by The Magic Locket, part of the Magic Charm series of children's books. A charmingly illustrated storybook in the tradition of classic children's literature, it's also a unique gift: nestled inside the cover is a heart-shaped golden locket with the same special powers as the locket in the story.

    But the weight of time and responsibility now weighs on her to teach little ones the love of God.

    The manager of the laundromat tells her she can't play with the carts. She tries to help Mama and gets into trouble. To Suzy it probably seems like she will never be big enough or never do things right. This is a beautiful little book about helping children to fit in no matter where they are.

    During the evacuation of children from Edinburgh in the early days of World War II, shy, wealthy Margaret on her way to relatives in Canada trades places and identities with the orphaned Shona bound for the Scottish countryside.

    To both wealthy Andrea and Fran, daughter of a cook, the carousel horse symbolizes their budding and unusual friendship.

    

    Although they fear the woman who lives in the little red brick house, a group of children accept her invitation to share the secrets of her garden.

    Three tall tales about Jim Bridger and several of his unbelievable discoveries in the wilderness of the West.

    Help Willy Bunny and his friends count all the things they see! From one bunny to ten flying watermelons, kids will learn to count, and do simple addition in this delightfully illustrated book by best-selling author/illustrator Richard Scarry!

    Humphrey becomes a very very very long dog after an accident involving an escalator.

    

    Two girls, one a runaway slave, are forced together to survive in the Alabama wilderness of 1836.

    

    Book 5 of Set 2

    

    A young boy on a faraway planet must find a way to stop the stars from disappearing from the sky.

    PW termed the lovable tale "a treat for beginning readers and grand make-believe." Ages 3-7.

    Oswald, who has been a circus cat, a ship's cat, and a witch's cat, treats Gladys to a series of exciting magical adventures.

    Serendipity books have warmed the hearts of young and old for over two decades, becoming classics in children's literature.Each beloved tale teaches youngsters how to deal with the challenges of their world, providing them with positive solutions to difficult problems.Join the whimsical characters in this beautifully illustrated collection as they entertain and inspire every reader.

    An anthology of Christmas stories, illustrations, comic strips, posters, and other miscellanea featuring Disney characters.

    A young Swiss girl dreams of the day the cathedral bells, which no one has ever heard, will break their long silence when a special gift is presented at the cráeche on Christmas Eve.

    Following her mother's death, Elena and her father relocate in a remote valley that brings tranquility and happiness to her father and loneliness and a sense of foreboding to Elena.

    

    Cats' missing son.

    A fictionalized diary kept by Tutankhamen during his ninth year, the year he became King of Egypt, about 1334 B.C.

    Someone asks for a part of speech: a verb, a noun, an adjective, or an adverb. We've included definitions and examples of the parts of speech in case you've forgotten. Players call out their ideas to fill in the blanks and in the end, you have a story reeling from one silly sentence to another until nothing makes sense. That's what you call a Mad Lib®, the world's greatest word game. Players have been howling with friends or laughing all to themselves for over 35 years!Now that you know what Mad Libs® are, you're ready to play Off-The-Wall Mad Libs®. From "Paul Revere" and "Albert Einstein" to "Little Red Riding Hood" and "The Three Little Pigs" this zany group of Mad Libs ® will make you the hit of the party.

    We meet strange creatures by going the wrong way up a one-way street. We learn about what a peculiar muddle your presents can get into when your birthday cake is baked with a wishing spoon. And if you manage to save the king of grasshoppers from drowning in your soup, what wonderful rewards may come your way!A magical collection of short stories from bestselling author Joan Aiken.

    MacGoose leaves the store and her egg in the care of Mr. MacGoose, who leaves them in the care of Junior, who leaves them in the care of Sis, who also gets tired watching store and egg.

    A piggy bank, bored with the sameness of every day, discovers that life outside his quiet Mexican home can be too exciting.

    Suggests vivid intangible souvenirs one carries away from such places and experiences as a beach, a parade, the woods, a snow-covered hill, and a county fair.

    An anthology of 18 illustrated fairy tales including Rumpelstiltskin, Rapunzel, The Bold Little Tailor, and The White Dove.