And, His Excellency has a boy! Pepito, as he is named, is not just any boy: according to Madeline, he is a "bad hat"--for starters, he's equipped with an irksome slingshot, he "ghosts," and he boasts. And when Miss Clavel gives him a box of tools to function as an "outlet for his energy," he makes a guillotine for the cook's chickens. ("He ate them ROASTED, GRILLED, AND FRITO! Oh what a horror was PEPITO.") Children will love Ludwig Bemelmans's jaunty rhymes and simple, evocative drawings, and the ferocity with which the feisty Madeline suspects, condemns, and rebuffs the boisterous new boy neighbor. In the end, however, everything comes out right, and we, along with Miss Clavel, can relax. (Ages 4 to 8) --Karin Snelson

    Margaret Wise Brown’s simple yet playful tale is beautifully complemented by Garth Williams’s exquisite artwork.From the Hardcover Library Binding edition.

    A lulling text and exquisite illustrations follow the animals' day on the farm as they make their noises, play in the grass, and return to the big red barn to fall sound asleep.

    This childhood favourite is perfect for reading aloud before going to bed or avoiding a bath.

    When he realizes that humans are upset by mice sampling their leftovers, he is shocked! He must provide for his beloved family--but he is determined to find a way to earn his supper. And so he heads for the tasting room at the Duvall Cheese Factory. On each cheese, he leaves a small note--"good," "not so good," "needs orange peel"--and signs his name. When workers at the Duvall factory find his notes in the morning, they are perplexed--but they realize that this mysterious Anatole has an exceptional palate and take his advice. Soon Duvall is making the best cheese in all of Paris! They would like to give Anatole a reward--if only they could find him...

    Harry also has to hunt for his family beneath all the similar beach umbrellas. Children will relate to Harry's funny misadventures.This is an irresistible story featuring a classic picture book character, especially perfect for young dog lovers and fans of Harry the Dirty Dog. Harry the Dirty Dog has been recognized by the National Education Association as an all-time top-100 children's book. It has also been welcomed by a new generation at home, as Betty White's 2020 reading of the story on StorylineOnline has been viewed more than 8 million times.For more fun with Harry the Dirty Dog, don't miss No Roses for Harry! and Harry and the Lady Next Door.

    

    No isbn. Library of congress # 56-5120. Good story about a man and his wife who live in a small house and learn how to love living in close quarters.

    

    They take their toys there and gradually build up a nativity scene until one day they meet at the tree and become friends.

    A collection of delightful traditional Japanese tales about the legendary (but real) Judge Ooka, the Solomon in Kimono.Solomon in Kimono OOKA and the … … Stolen Smell … Wasted Wisdom … Surprised Slayers … Two First Sons … Sorrowful Samurai … Sly Scoundrel … Tell-Tale Tale … Marble Monster … Thief of Toranomon … Terrible Tempered Tradesman … Rescued Rice … Mistreated Monkey … Death Decree … Worried Wife … Strangest Spy … Curious Confessions … Hijacked Hare … Stronger Stick … Murderer’s Mistake … Suspect Statue The Real Echizen no Kami Glossary

    Tired of waiting for spring, a group of city people decide to do something about it.

    One child can play store, run, or swing, but having a friend to do things with is better.