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.

    •Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy•Hairy Maclary's Bone•Hairy Maclary Scattercat•Hairy Maclary's Caterwaul Caper•Hairy Maclary's Rumpus at the Vet•Hairy Maclary's Showbusiness

    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.

    It contains references to 1,000 beloved books for children ages three to five, along with the complete text for 500 action rhymes. Practical program planning and presentation tips, an extensive listing of further resources, and a first-line index to the rhymes provide invaluable solutions for an old dilemma—how to keep preschoolers' attention long enough to enjoy and make story-time worthwhile for all.

    Maybe if she tries one more thing, it would work perfectly!

    Each of the four animals in these four board books solves a problem after exploring various options.

    A snake, an owl, a fox and a boy all think they've seen him, but the chameleon never seems to be where they think he is. Craig Kee Strete and the popular illustrating team of Aruego and Dewey have created an irresistible bok about little chameleon's colorful escapes. Full color.

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

    Engaging introductions to classical music for children, Peter and the Wolf and The Nutcracker allow parents to bring their young ones into the world of the concert hall without leaving the comfort of home. The books include short biographies of the composers and listener's guides introducing children to the characters in Peter and the Wolf and the dances of the Nutcracker. The high-quality CDs are perfect for listening to while reading the books or on their own. Both books and CDs are engaging, entertaining first looks into the world of classical music.

    It's Bear who throws sand in the playground. It's Bear who wants a big piece of cake, not a small one. And it's Bear who certainly does not want to be quiet during naptime. After an entire day of naughtiness, the little girl realizes that Bear has gone too far . . . and her attempts to make amends result in a grateful kiss from her beleaguered dad. But once Dad leaves the room . . .A blissfully mischievous story sure to strike a chord with contrary bears, contrary bear owners, and contrary bear parents.

    Full color.

    Each features a delightful story and full-color art in a size especially for little hands.These enchanting adaptations are just the right size for kids to carry and spend time with over and over again

    The animals are curious, so they follow her to the stable, where they discover Cat's secret-newborn twin kittens named This and That!

    These creative tales, based on movement concepts and kinesthetic educational theory, help children develop physical, cognitice, social, and emotional skills -- while having a lot of fun!Book Details: Format: Paperback Publication Date: 10/1/1996 Pages: 83 Reading Level: Age 3 and Up

    Full color.

    Little hands can pull the tabs and lift the flaps to reveal all kinds of ocean creatures - dolphins that leap from the waves, sea horses that dance into view, and a giant shell that hides a secret. Each page is a surprise in itself, a world of exciting discoveries waiting to be found!

    Fourteen situations are photographed on full-page-sized flaps. Lift the flap, and each is resolved in a frequently hysterical, and always satisfying way.

    And that is the start of a crazy adventure peopled with talking animals and birds and things which make Alice shrink and grow tall alternately. But is it for real?Landoll's Fairy Tale Classics are perfect introductions into the wonderful worlds of reading and storytelling, featuring colorful art and a kid-friendly style.

    Not only does the fish eat all the food in the house and insist on sleeping in Carl's bed, but when he becomes Carl's show-and-tell at school, things truly get out of hand. Full color.

    Boyds Mills Press publishes a wide range of high-quality fiction and nonfiction picture books, chapter books, novels, and nonfiction

    Now in Dragonfly, this is the perfect book for any kid who loves to giggle (and who doesn't?) and parents who love to hear them.

    Children discover that they do not have to travel great distances to see great things as they read about amazing animals, insects, and birds that live in backyards across North America.-- A Parents' Choice Approval for 19 title book and tape series.-- Glossary highlights key plant and animal terms.-- Read-along cassettes include page-turning tones and authentic sound effects.-- Toys authenticated by Smithsonian Institution curators for realism.Vivid, colorful illustrations give a bug's-eye view of the backyard in this enchanting exploration of a ladybug's miniature world from the predators she faces to the aphids she eats to the place where she will make her cozy winter home.

    Each features a delightful story and full-color art in a size especially for little hands. These enchanting adaptations are just the right size for kids to carry and spend time with over and over again.

    Each sturdy page is a window into the next, inviting readers to explore the wonders of the seasons.

    By opening some flaps, the reader can see the various visitors, including one from outer space, to Old MacDonald's farm.

    Engaging introductions to classical music for children, Peter and the Wolf and The Nutcracker allow parents to bring their young ones into the world of the concert hall without leaving the comfort of home. The books include short biographies of the composers and listener's guides introducing children to the characters in Peter and the Wolf and the dances of the Nutcracker. The high-quality CDs are perfect for listening to while reading the books or on their own. Both books and CDs are engaging, entertaining first looks into the world of classical music.

    He wants to be a singer, but in the forest where Frog lives only birds are allowed to sing. After much practice on his lily pad, one day he says to himself, I'm tired of holding all this inside me. I want to sing. I can sing, and I'm going to be a singer! What happens as Frog sets out to achieve his dream surprises everyone, including Frog himself. Full color.

    As in Look! Look! Look!, Hoban lets children peep through a cutout circle at a small portion of a photograph, giving them the opportunity to guess the subject of the picture. When the black page with the cutout is turned, the whole photograph is revealed. Another flip of the page shows the featured object in wider view....A great way to encourage children to notice how interesting a closely observed world can be."--Booklist.

    It's all up to a little squirrel --- who's determined to have biscuits for supper --- to discover their fate and rescue them. The simple plot, filled with lots of repetition and fun-to-repeat sounds, is perfect for reading aloud. Exuberant illustrations by Alan and Lea Daniel leap off the page, adding hilarious details that enhance this lively retelling of the traditional tale.

    Rhythmic verse shows the special meaning of colors and patterns while glorious paintings show kente as it is used and worn in Ghana, from babies' blankets to dancers' capes. An author's note further explains kente's rich symbolism. Readers young and old will delight in discovering the connections between African culture and the colorful cloth we love to wear.

    A gaggle of energetic, irresistible toddlers invites readers to join them as they practice their amazing moves in a delightful book that captures all the wonderful things little ones can do with their heads, their toes, and their tummies! Full color.

    This text emphasizes process over product in guiding preservice teachers to guide preschoolers and primary-grade chidren in creatively expressing themselves in the arts: visual arts, dance and movement, and drama. Key changes to this edition include a new feature on extending creativity into the home with families, more multicultural content and examples of multicultural art forms, and a new section in each chapter addressing national standards.