Targeted to young children first beginning to read, this book delivers a timely and timeless message about the importance of tolerance.Along with the four other bestselling Todd Parr picture books debuting in paperback this season, It's Okay to be Different is designed to encourage early literacy, enhance emotional development, celebrate multiculturalism, and promote character growth.

    Here, for the first time, all of his published works--Make Way for Ducklings, Blueberries for Sal, Lentil, Time of Wonder, One Morning in Maine, Burt Dow, Deep-Water Man, Homer Price and Centerburg Tales--are brought together. With biographical information and photographs, and an introduction by renowned critic Leonard Marcus that outlines McCloskey's career and his unforgettable contribution to children's literature, this collection is an in-depth look at the life and work of an extraordinary children's book legend.

    Dora is off on more phonics adventures!Explore phonics with Dora, Boots, and their friends! This bind-up includes six phonics stories featuring six different sounds.

    Things last longer when we take care of them. Respect, responsibility, and stewardship are concepts that even young children can relate to—because they have things they value. This book encourages children to pick up after themselves, put things back where they belong, and ask permission to use things that don’t belong to them. It also teaches simple environmental awareness: respecting and taking care of the earth. Includes ideas for adult-led activities and discussions.

    Kids will laugh in recognition of siblings, classmates, and friends—and maybe even themselves.

    These signing guides introduce signs for a variety of everyday activities, from getting up in the morning to going to the park.

    Young readers will be amazed to learn all that robots can do: perform delicate surgical operations, clean city sewers, work as museum tour guides, or even battle each other in combat. Find out how humans have created these mechanical minds and bodies.

    Fortunately, this is a grandpa who knows a lot. While searching for food, his grandfather gives him all the answers. I Love You, Grandpa has beautiful illustrations by Kristina Stephenson and a sweet story by Jillian Harker in text that easy to read.

    Pete is hurt and angry and doesn't understand why this has happened. Pete's dad tells him that even though he can no longer run, he can still be Pete's father. The book includes two pages of suggestions for parents and others helping a child through loss of this kind, written by R. Scott Stehower, Ph.D., professor of psychology, Calvin College, and clinical psychologist.

    - Bright, vibrant art and simple words- Builds word association and deductive reasoning skills- Giant fold-out pictures on each spread- Laminated pages prevent wear and tear

    The book includes a helpful question page to encourage dialogue between parents and children.

    Find out the causes of thunder, lightning, hurricanes, and tornadoes; how clouds are formed and what each kind portends; and why weather forecasters are seldom 100 percent right. "The imaginative use of photographs helps to clarify many of the concepts."School Library Journal.

    

    In truth, he is not much to look at and he can be a little timid. But Leon is content with his quiet life on the pond. Other frogs are more handsome and can swim faster and leap higher. Leon is all right with that; he loves to watch the others and admire their talents. But when Leon hears Romeo, his heart aches - for Romeo is the greatest singer on the pond. Leonas humble croak is nothing like Romeoas rich tones. More than anything, Leon wishes he could sing. When Romeo opens his mouth, all the pond dwellers are spellbound. And although it hurts him to know that he will never match Romeoas talent, Leon is inspired by the music to dream of a time when he too might make a difference.Leon isnat going to have to wait very long. Something is about to happen that will threaten the pond dwellers and their way of life forever. And to protect them all, Leon will find a talent that no one knew he possessed.A gentle and moving story about love and loyalty, "Leon's Song" will inspire readers to find the qualities that make them special and, more importantly, to appreciate others for their unique talents. Short listed for the Blue Spruce Award 2005-2006 Chocolate Lily Award nominee Will make you want to croak out loud!

    Kids can dive beneath the waves and join a little turtle on an underwater journey full of pop-up surprises. Young readers are sure to thrill at the whale on their trail, the jellyfish floating on the tide, funny fish that leap into the sky, the walrus scouring for goodies beneath the ice, and of course the sneaky shark who creeps among the shipwrecks waiting to scare the other fish Joining these creatures are a dolphin, an eel, and many other friends from the ocean.