When a shy brown puppy appears at her front gate, the old woman won’t name it, because it might not outlive her. Tender watercolors capture the charm of this heartwarming story of an old woman who doesn’t know she’s lonely until she meets a plucky puppy who needs a name—and someone to love. “Rylant and Brown together create with affection and lovingly humorous touches a glimpse of old age lived with relish.” —Booklist

    In the segregated south, a young girl thinks that she can drink from a fountain marked "Whites Only" because she is wearing her white socks.

    Soon she falls in love with this man she has never seen, but in a moment of doubt she betrays his trust. To win back his love, Psyche must show that she is as brave as she is beautiful by performing three impossible tasks.Perhaps the greatest love story of all, Cupid and Psyche is unsurpassed in its richness and drama. Marie Craft's lively, suspenseful retelling of this classic Greek myth will appeal to young and old alike. And these legendary lovers have inspired forty lush luminous paintings by award-winning artist Kinuko Craft.Lavishly illustrated and thrillingly told, here is a book to be treasured forever.

    The loud, unanimous comment from her classmates is: “Ugly, ugly, very ugly.” Steadfast, when all the girls have copied her ponytail, she resolves to try a new style. With true Munsch flair, each of Stephanie’s ponytails is more outrageous than the last, while the cast of copycats grows and grows.

    of a spider. But don't be worried – he's more scared of you and your gigantic shoe! Actually, he's a lot like you. He goes to gym class and has Grandparents' Day at school. But he also spins sticky webs, scales walls, and takes wind–catching lessons. Lucky for him, his best friend is a fly!Doreen Cronin and Harry Bliss, the team behind the #1 bestselling Diary Of A Worm, spin a hilarious tale about the upside–down web world of an eight–legged charmer and his unlikely friend, Fly.

    Someday, she believes, she will marry a prince. When the town mayor announces he is throwing a grand ball, Fanny is convinced her time has come. She puts on her best calico dress and goes out to the garden so that she'll be ready when her fairy godmother arrives. As the seconds tick by, Fanny waits and waits. Finally, she hears a voice. It isn't her fairy godmother-but it is someone who will change her life forever.

    Seuss wrote in 1973, was a letter outlining his hopes of finding "a great color artist who will not be dominated by me." The late Dr. Seuss saw his original text about feelings and moods as part of the "first book ever to be based on beautiful illustrations and sensational color." The quest for an artist finally ended—after the manuscript languished for more than two decades—at the paint brushes of husband-and-wife team Steve Johnson and Lou Fancher whose stunning, expressive paintings reveal such striking images as a bright red horse kicking its heels, a cool and quiet green fish, a sad and lonely purple dinosaur, and an angrily howling black wolf. Using a spectrum of vibrant colors and a menagerie of animals, this unique book does for the range of human moods and emotions what Oh, the Places You'll Go! does for the human life cycle. Here is a wonderful way for parents to talk with children about their feelings. With Johnson and Fancher's atmospheric, large-scale paintings bursting off the pages, Dr. Seuss's vision is brought to life. This rare and beautiful book is bound to appeal to both the innocent young and the most sophisticated seniors.

    . . of a worm. Surprisingly, a worm not that different from you or me: He lives with his parents, plays with his friends, and even goes to school. But unlike you or me, he never has to take a bath, he gets to eat his homework, and because he doesn't have legs, he just can't do the hokey pokey -- no matter how hard he tries. Oh, and his head looks a lot like his rear end.Doreen Cronin, the New York Times best-selling author of Click, Clack, Moo and Giggle, Giggle, Quack, teams up with illustrator Harry Bliss for this hysterical journal about the daily doings and the hidden world of a lovable underground dweller.

    In the middle of her family's preparation for the festival of lights, Trisha visits her closest neighbors, expecting to find them decorating their house for Christmas. Instead they are all bedridden with scarlet fever. Trisha's family is one of the few who has been spared from the epidemic. It is difficult for them to enjoy their Hanukkah feast when they know that their neighbors won't be able to celebrate their holiday. Then Grampa has an inspiration: they will cut down trees, decorate them, and secretly deliver them to the neighbors, "But what can we decorate them with?" Babushka asks. Although it is a sacrifice, Trisha realizes that Grampa's carved animals are the perfect answer. Soon her living room is filled with trees -- but that is only the first miracle of many during an incredible holiday season. Based on a long cherished childhood memory, this story celebrates the miracle of true friendship.

    Tell Me Again About the Night I Was Born is a special celebration of the love and joy an adopted child creates for a family.In asking her parents to tell her again about the night of her birth, a young girl relives a cherished tale she knows by heart. Focusing on the significance of family and love, this a unique and beautiful story about adoption and the importance of a loving family.A beautiful adoption story, Tell Me Again About the Night I Was Born also speaks to the universal childhood desire to know more about the excitement, awe, love, and sleeplessness that a new baby brings to a family.Tell me again about the night I was born.Tell me again how you would adopt me and be my parents.Tell me again about the first time you held me in your arms.

    Slinger. But when Lilly brings her purple plastic purse and its treasures to school and can't wait until sharing time, Mr. Slinger confiscates her prized possessions. Lilly's fury leads to revenge and then to remorse and she sets out to make amends.Lilly, the star of Chester's Way and Julius, the Baby of the World, is back. And this time she has her name in the title - something she's wanted all along. If you thought Lilly was funny before, you are in for a treat. So hurry up and start reading. Lilly can't wait for you to find out more about her.

    A fly who, when she's not landing on your head or swimming in your soup, is trying to escape her 327 brothers and sisters who are driving her crazy!Even though she's little -- just like her best friends Worm and Spider -- Fly wants to be a superhero. And why not? She walks on walls, sees in all directions at once, and can already fly!Doreen Cronin and Harry Bliss, the team behind the New York Times bestsellers Diary of a Worm and Diary of a Spider, reach hilarious heights with their story of a little fly who's not afraid to dream big. Really big.

    But now Caldecott Honor winner Dav Pilkey tells their story--a moving tale of gentle stone creatures come to life.

    When her mother left Marianne at the orphanage, hadn't she promised she'd come for her after making a new life in the West? Stop after stop goes by, and there's no sign of her mother in the crowds that come to look over the children. No one shows any interest in adopting shy, plain Marianne, either. But that's all right: She has to be free for her mother to claim her. Then the train pulls into its final stop, a town called Somewhere . . .

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

    Emily thought she must be dreaming when she met a young fairy named Glynnis, but soon they were friends. And when they exchanged gifts that night, they started something special for children and fairies everywhere.

    Meanwhile, Adam Krupp wakes up, Brenda Heath brushes her teeth, and Christopher Beaker finds his sneaker. Miss Bindergarten puts the finishing touches on the room just in time, and the students arrive. Now the fun can begin! This rhyming, brightly illustrated book is the perfect way to practice the alphabet and to introduce young children to kindergarten."Multifaceted and appealing, this book can be enjoyed in many ways, at home and at school."-The New York Times Book Review

    They watch it when they're eating, working, playing, and sleeping. They even use TVs to teach the kids at school. But when Eli's eccentric Aunt Chip (who refuses to own a TV) discovers that her nephew and her neighbors don't remember how to read, she pulls the plug on the whole town?using books that have been piled high to build a dam to spread the magic of reading all around.

    Suddenly, for no apparent reason, he is attacked by an umbrella-wielding mouse in a confrontation that quickly turns into a full-scale war. "A strong anti-war message and lithe, incandescent artwork propel this affecting wordless picture book".--"Publishers Weekly".

    So he revs up his little red car and drives away so fast that his mother cannot catch him. He drives to a magical land filled with larger-than-life toys. But the toys are all too tired to play with him. The tiger is too sleepy to practice roaring, the train would rather rest than race, and the musicians insist on playing a lullaby that puts the boy's car to sleep. How will he get home now? Luckily someone is still awake, and she's on her way to pick the boy up and tuck him (finally!) into bed."This charming story will soon become a favorite part of the bedtime ritual."--School Library Journal

    The house is a mess, anti there's nothing to eat. That means cleaning, scrubbing, vacuuming, and shopping. She asks Sam and his sister to help her out, but they don't. Instead they bicker and whine and create even more of a mess. But suddenly they realize that something very strange is happening to Mom...Joanna Harrison, author and illustrator of the popular Dear Bear ( C. 1994), has brought another familiar slice of childhood to life in When Mom Turned into a Monster. Readers of all ages will recognize themselves in this whimsical and funny story of domestic life.

    Laura takes it to her room, mends it, and lays it tenderly on her pillow. She tells the star all her secrets but when she wakes in the morning, the star is gone.

    In the style of the author's 'Don't Put Your Finger in the Jelly, Nelly' and 'I Went to the Zoopermarket', this book introduces such oddities as a fish on wheels and exploding grannies.

    When Little Bear is frightened by a strange noise, he and the other animals get up to investigate. What they find is a new nocturnal friend--the shining star of this delightful new picture book about a small stuffed owl in need of a rest!

    Blueberry, I love whales very much and I think I saw one in my pond today. Please send me some information on whales." It's vacation time, so Emily has to write to her teacher to help when she discovers a blue whale living in her pond. Mr. Blueberry answers that she must be mistaken, because whales live in the ocean, not in ponds. Throughout the summer, Emily and Mr. Blueberry exchange letters, until Emily has a happy surprise to share with her teacher. In the process, Emily learns a lot about whales. And Mr. Blueberry leans even more about imagination, faith, and love.

    

    But Old Man Trouble has never reckoned with Aunt Nancy, who keeps her wits and won't let him get the better of her. Old Man Trouble doesn't grin quite as widely after Aunt Nancy finishes with him! Full color.

    Bright, colorful art and easy-to-understand language make this an exciting tale for reading aloud.

    It's the show of shows when the noodle circus comes to town! Step right up and see Stan Manicotti, the big muscleman, eat ravioli right out of the can; Yoni, the world-famous mad macaroni, shoot herself out of a huge cannelloni; and Eddie Tubetti juggle spaghetti (he says when it sticks to the ceiling, it's ready)! Full color.

    

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    Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City had a profound effect on children throughout the country. Now 50 Oklahoma city children talk about the terrorist explosion and its aftermath, speaking eloquently to millions of children who watched the disaster on TV or who have suffered traumas of their own. Proceeds from this book are being donated to The Care Center in Oklahoma City. Full color.

    He looks round his room and wonders where they all came from. He realizes that, secretly, even grown-ups want a teddy to cuddle, and so decides to encourage them.

    This warm tale of inter-generational love is complemented by whimsical full-color drawings.

    A fascinating look at the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of various salamander species, as well as numerous interesting factoids on everything from camouflage to regeneration abilities.

    This, the first book of photos devoted entirely to the great pioneers of jazz, will captivate jazz aficionados and art lovers alike.

    Two ugly witches argue about which of them is more beautiful.

    Second printing.

    The huge, 400-year-old oak tree sees many people come and go during the course of its life as a Mai-Mehtug or "path-tree" to the inland forest.

    Wanting big, delicious acorns, they lie to their parents and sneak out one night to Mr. Smith's farm. Their delightful meal suddenly ends by being chased by a very hungry wolf. Barely escaping with their lives, the young squirrels learn that to disobey is wrong even when you think no one will ever know. This adventurous and thrilling story by Carl Sommer shows the importance of honesty, respect for parents, and trust. Grades k-3

    Children will find the story and striking illustrations funny, charming, and lively.

    This book offers a full text that remains faithful to the dramatic, dreamlike simplicity of Bunyan's original version, while carefully presenting the story in understandable, modern English.

    Little written material remains from these women who reared large families and made homes for them, who measured their lives by the church's standards.This vibrant collection of photographs, however, tells a remarkable story of "girl crowds," courting couples, multi-generational harvest/gardening work parties, high-spirited quilters, purposeful caregivers.Thoughtful, interpretive text provides both a structural background for what the photos show, as well as stories and specific detail about what the pictures hold.A rare view of women's lives in an unusually robust community -- the Mennonites of Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

    Intriguing bits of information about Chumash Indians, sea otters, and the conservation of marine life are woven into the story of Phokey, an orphaned sea otter, who returns to the Channel Islands and becomes legendary among the locals for his exuberant romps with seals, sea lions, and biologists.

    And the most magical of all are the beloved, venerable words of Mother Goose. Now folklorist Iona Opie has gathered more than sixty treasured rhymes in their most perfect, honest form. From "Hey Diddle, Diddle" and "Pat-a-Cake" to "Little Jack Horner" and "Pussycat, Pussycat," these are familiar verses that have been passed from parent to child for generations; these are the rhymes that are every child's birthright.With watercolors by Rosemary Wells that may prove equally enduring, MY VERY FIRST MOTHER GOOSE captures the simple joy and the sly humor that are the essence of Mother Goose. Parents and children will find themselves exploring this volume together, savoring delightful details and funny surprises on every page. This is a book that promises hours of quiet smiles and merry grins for readers of all ages.

    Children will join in the raucous fun as the quiet of the jungle is disrupted by the merry chase of an armadillo, a monkey, a jaguar, and other jungle denizens trying to catch a pesky fly. This silly, fast-paced adventure will keep youngsters entertained all the way to its happy, peaceful ending. Full color.

    Sturdy board pages will stand up to repeated readings, and the cuddly toy -- which is also the star of the story -- will become a favorite stuffed animal. What is bedtime like for sleepy little raccoons, mice, and other woodland creatures? Youngsters will find out in Good Night, Little Bear as they read this special bedtime story with Little Bear. Format: Books with Plush Toys Dimensions (inches): 5 1/2 x 8

    But soon Kate comes up with her own remedy. Full color.

    Interesting facts about animals, their habitat and characteristics, are unobtrusively slipped into these engaging short stories. The lyrical quality of the pieces is closely matched by the charming four-color drawing of Precious Moments artist Samuel Butcher.

    Some creatures tell him about the noisy, busy, b right pond just across the field. But just as Gorf begins to think of how he''ll get there some strange things start to h appen. '

    But this enchanting new story casts its own unique spell with a delightfully funny, contemporary incantation over the traditional fairy tale genre. Frogs refuse to be kissed; the handsome duke faints when he tries to replace the princess' missing glass slipper, and the dragon changes into a chubby, white bunny.Like her wonderful tale, Leslie Elizabeth Watts' softly glowing illustrations are the perfect blend of fairy-dusted magic and warm realism that will bewitch every young child and their parents too.

    Skunk cabbage shoots poke through the snow and robins return north to sing their early morning songs. The days grow longer and the nights shorter as the earth's Northern Hemisphere slowly tilts back toward the sun.Seymour Simon chronicles this awakening in words and pirctures, describing in vivid detail srping's three-month journey from the southern tips of florida, Texas, and California to the northern edges of Maine, Minnesota, and Washington State. From April rains to the warmth of June, from trees pushing out new green leaves to the sound of the first spring peepers, spring is the season of beginnings, a signal of the renewal of life--all across America.

    

    - Snow-white Pigeon- Tale of the Blue-eyed Cat- In the King's Shoes

    But Louise hates the gift she is given, until she comes to realize that, like her, it is very special.

    Full color.

    As the only city kid on the trail, he wants to make a good impression. But does anyone notice? There is just too much to do. And boy - can the trail be rough! By the time it's all over, Tiger has learned a whole lot about what real means.

    But he won't share it with anyone. The children next door think of ways to encourage him to change his mind.

    Simple word labels help to develop vocabulary, and encourage children to name and talk about the things they see.

    

    David and his sister Sally get a surprise visitor when they celebrate his birthday in the country with Grandma and Grandpa.

    Rhymed text encourage child and playful pet to participate in the story on every page.

    -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

    Here are dozens of delightfully illustrated stories that teach about: Faith, Love, Joy, Peace, Truthfulness, Self-control, Obedience, Kindness, Courage and more.

    Filled with more than 100 full-color photographs, almost all taken in the wild, this informative introduction is organized in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format. Find out where dolphins live, what their bodies are like, how their senses meet the demands of life in the sea, what and how they eat, the way they reproduce and care for their young, how they protect themselves, and their relationships with people. Meet the whole family of dolphin species from the well-known Bottlenose Dolphin (made popular by the Flipper television show and film) to the extremely rare Vaquita porpoise, which only grows to an average of 4 1/2 feet long. Discover amazing facts such as that the Killer Whale is actually a dolphin, that dolphins and porpoises first swam in the seas around 12 million years ago, that they swallow their food whole, and that they use their own language to talk to each other. Learn also about how people's actions are endangering the world's dolphin population and find out what can be done to protect these intelligent and graceful creatures. 80 pages (all in color), 8 1/2 x 8 1/2. NEW IN PAPERBACK

    Why don't you meet me at the stage and I'll tell you all about it.

    The only mole that thrives in both earth and water, this animal lives in the wetlands of the American Midwest and southeast Canada. In this beautiful picture book, young readers get a mole’s-eye view of marsh life, following one star-nosed mole on an expedition through a dark tunnel deep underground and out into a sparkling pond. “This lyrical, read-aloud romance will endear Mole and his underworld to children.”--Publishers Weekly

    

    When a horrible accident happens, Elvis must leave his garden, and is sold over and over--until he ends up shoveling garbage. Then one stormy night, the reservoir threatens to burst and Elvis comes to the rescue. Children will cheer for the bulldozer who proves that all you need is heart. ************Full color.

    'Dr. Robotnik and his Badniks have been quiet lately, ' he reported. 'Maybe he's ready to give up!' said Tails, the two-tailed fox. 'No way, ' said Sonic the Hedgehog, lightning-quick leader of the Freedom Fighters. He knew that the evil Robotnik wouldn't stop until every living thing on the planet was destroyed or robotized. - Quoted from the book.

    Then Mom found a sitter who could make Howard behave -- Sarah the bear. A comforting story about a familiar childhood insecurity.

    And a marvelous market it is indeed, with all the hustle and bustle of an old-fashioned corner store, the cozy warmth and goodwill of a store-keeping grandma, and the hilarious pandemonium of a cat and mouse chase. Laura Krauss Melmed's spirited verse begs to be read aloud, and Maryann Kovalski's illustrations shine with the fun of this rollicking tale.

    BOMC.

    Now in his ninth life, he's finally met his match. A huge and hungry fish--just as stubborn as the cat itself--seizes his fishing line, and a tug-of-war is on. The plucky cat is pulled willy-nilly around the globe until he befriends the mighty fish by sharing the stories of his life. Full color.

    

    It's tea time in the dollhouse, and the dolls need help picking out dresses, making party cakes, and getting their teddy bear guests ready for a wonderful time! Full color. 75+ stickers.

    Provocative poetry and pictures inspire the reader to ponder new levels of relationships and meaning in this lyrical exploration of things -- from a simple seed in a flowerbed to the whole expansive universe.

    Fear goes on vacation, his fun house monsters decide they need a little holiday of their own. Now the monsters have escaped the fun house, and are running loose in the amusement park! Join the ghoul gang for a delightfully scary good time.

    

    Sweet-talking Boliver takes a Texan's pride in the telling of a good story, and every morning the class is in stitches as he recounts the hilarious high jinks that delayed him on his morning route. As the days go by, Boliver's tales escalate--until a giant monster follows Boliver to school and gives him the best excuse ever. Full color.

    When the old sheep and baby lams are hungry, the little shepherd finds a unique way to meet their needs.

    Four clever brothers slay four terrific dragons. Very visual, action stories. In first, Pell is a farm boy dreaming of becoming a knight. He tricks the king into knighting him, but then sees the treacherous, jealous fellows most knights really are, and he must kill a dragon. Only Sir Antigon, by his good model, saves Pell.

    Easter is here! With its colorful illustrations and warm story, this festive book introduces very young children to the traditions of Easter -- from dyeing Easter eggs to getting dressed up for church to hunting for candy treats -- and captures the excitement little ones feel on this special day.

    One day, the whole world becomes involved in the plight of these whales…trapped under an icy prison in the Artic Ocean. Could nations, fighting their own "cold wars" with each other for years, come together and cooperate to save the whales?

    

    Some "Happy Day books feature Bible stories. Others explore God's wondrous world and the things that he has created. And all point children to God and his eternal love for his children.

    Each month she tries something new, only to discover unexpected problems. 16 color illustrations.

    A collection of stories told in Paradise by beasts, birds, insects, and fish about an experinece that they remember when they lived on Earth.

    Describes the first steps of a baby, as well as the activities of many different animals in other places around the world, all happening at the very same moment.

    A Celtic tale about King Gwyddno, and his kingdom of golden cities built with a high wall to keep the sea out.

    

    One day she decides to follow William in his boat and flies far out to sea. Then William gets shipwrecked and has to depend on Bella to save him. Are her wings strong enough to carry her back to the mainland for help. . . . ?

    In this frank and witty guide, 20 of today's top humorous illustrators talk about their work, including techniques and tools and getting started in the business.

    To her door come Vainamoinen, ancient sage, and his faithful friend Ilmarinen, master blacksmith, each hoping to win her love. But little do the heroes know that Aila and her mother have agreed that she will wed neither of them.

    Clara Vulliamy captures the end of a cheerful baby's day in this enchanting board book. It's the perfect way to bring the day to a soothing end. Full color. Baby/Preschool.

    Without a word of text, The Red String playfully conveys the variety of things a red string can get into--and out of--as it finds its way back to the open drawer where its journey began. This book is another copublication between the J. Paul Getty Museum and the Children's Library Press of Venice, California.

    These easy-to-read stories, based on the Legends of the World series, introduce the youngest readers to the magic and adventure of multicultural legends.

    Full color.

    But when he is diagnosed with allergies, the doctor tells him that his pets --- a dog, a cat, six kittens and six guinea pigs --- have got to go. After Aaron reluctantly finds each pet a new home, he discovers other ways to make animals a part of his life.The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America reports that an estimated one in every five adults and children suffers from allergies. Aaron's Awful Allergies will have special appeal for those millions of children living with allergies.

    "Your things can just STAY lying about." That night, there is a surprise visitor and the piglets learn an important lesson!