Best of
Storytime

1997

From Head to Toe


Eric Carle - 1997
    And so can you! Throughout this interactive book, the animals of From Head to Toe invite young readers to copy their antics as they play.Through Carle’s vibrant collages and simple instructions, children will learn the importance of listening, exercising, and taking on a new challenge. Join the giraffes, monkeys, donkeys, seals, and more for a frolicking, fun adventure!

Cookie Count: A Tasty Pop-up


Robert Sabuda - 1997
    Award-winner Robert Sabuda's intricate paper engineering, along with his whimsical art, creates a book that will be counted as a family favorite for years to come.

I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie


Alison Jackson - 1997
    I know an old lady who swallowed a pie, a Thanksgiving pie, which was really too dry.And with that the feast begins! After the pie the old lady swallows a whole squash, all of the salad, and the entire turkey! Will this holiday feast end in humor or disaster?

Color Surprises: Color Surprises


Chuck Murphy - 1997
    Can you guess what's hiding behind each color? Lift the flaps and watch Chuck Murphy's colors literally explode off the pages in this eye-popping book.

I Like It When . . .


Mary Murphy - 1997
    Perfect for little ones--and for the ones they love!

If You're Happy and You Know It, Clap Your Hands!


David A. Carter - 1997
    Sing along with six animal friends with ingenious pull-tab and pop-up activities.

Edwina the Emu


Sheena Knowles - 1997
    This sequel to the popular Edward the Emu is an excellent choice to share in the classroom or at home—both adults and kids will laugh at and sympathize with the Emu family.

To Market, To Market


Anne Miranda - 1997
    Anne Miranda’s inventive twist on a classic rhyme tells what happens after a shopper goes “to market, to market, to buy a fat pig.” Back home the pig promptly escapes, and soon the pig’s in the kitchen, the lamb’s on the bed, the cow’s on the couch--and the rest of the animals are wreaking havoc throughout the house.

Disney's - The Little Mermaid (Junior Novelization)


Walt Disney Company - 1997
    A junior novelization for older Little Mermaid fans is illustrated with eight full-color stills from the animated film and follows Ariel's quest to win the heart of Prince Eric in the strange world above the sea.

Mystery in Bugtown


William Boniface - 1997
    But Inspector Cricket is on the case to find out who tried to flatten low-life Charlie Roach. Like its predecessor, Ten Little Dinosaurs, this picture book contains a pair of roaming eyeballs that wiggle and jiggle from page to page.

Mrs. McNosh Hangs Up Her Wash


Sarah Weeks - 1997
    Nelly McNosh brings out a barrel and does a big wash.Mrs. McNosh's wash is certainly big—and definitely wacky. You'll be surprised to see what is hanging on her clothesline by the end of the day!Sarah Weeks's hilarious tale, complemented by Nadine Bernard Westcott's lighthearted illustrations, is perfect for reading aloud.Don’t forget to check out these other children’s books by Sarah Weeks:Baa-Choo!Drip, DropLizzy McTizzy and the Busy Dizzy DayMac and CheeseMac and Cheese and the Perfect PlanOh My Gosh, Mrs. McNoshPip SqueakSplish, Splash!Woof: A Love StoryWithout You

Little Coyote Runs Away


Craig Kee Strete - 1997
    And he especially doesn't like being told what to do. So he decides to run away, scampering over the high hill and under the big trees, where he encounters some scary creatures who take all the fun out of his adventure. Although his mother's parting gift of a magic medicine bag helps him through the rough spots, Little Coyote soon discovers that there's more magic where it came from -- back home where he belongs.Little Coyote's wish for independence will strike a familiar chord with every child in a story that, like Else Minarik's Little Bear books, captures everyone's longing for the big wide world and the joyful feeling of returning to a place you love.

Muddle Cuddle


Laurel Dee Gugler - 1997
    But Dad shouldn't get too comfortable, because now "Kitty wants to sit in your lap a little bit ... A comfy, cozy, furry, purry cuddle."

January Rides the Wind: A book of months


Charlotte F. Otten - 1997
    A month-by-month introduction to the natural world that reflects a childs sense of wonder and delight.

Boo Who? A Spooky Lift-the-Flap Book


Joan Holub - 1997
    There's a fun riddle to read and a flap to lift on every spread, plus a mylar mirror on the last page to provide hours of spooky fun for your favorite little monster!From a ghost that says "Boo!" to an owl that hoots "Whooo?" young children will love guessing what is beneath each over-sized flap in this adorable novelty book. There's a fun riddle to read and a flap to lift on every spread, plus a mylar mirror on the last page to provide hours of spooky fun for your favorite little monster!

The Animal Orchestra


Nick Sharratt - 1997
    What's going on in the animal orchestra? Deer's drum doesn't go BOOM! BOOM! It goes QUACK! QUACK! And Panda's piano goes SQUAWK! How odd! How peculiar! Lift the flaps and find out why! Animal lovers and budding musicians alike will grin with delight at the marvelous mix-ups in Nick Sharratt's lively and colorful book.

One Bear, One Dog


Paul Stickland - 1997
    "One bear, one dog, one mouse, one frog..." all these and many more captivating animals rush across the sturdy pages of this engaging board book. Toddlers will love identifying the cheerful, instantly recognizable animals, and at the end they will join in the fun as well--"a high-quality Mylar mirror on the last page ensures the ultimate in reader participation! Originally a well-loved picture book--"described by Booklist as a solid choice &for the ready to read child --"this simple rhythmic poem and beautifully drawn menagerie of familiar animals will now amuse an even younger audience in its new format as a particularly well-wrought, made-for-young-hands board book.""

Ten Dogs in the Window: A Countdown Book


Claire Masurel - 1997
    After ten dogs are placed in a display window for the whole wide world to see, one by one their numbers diminish until the last canine departs with its new owner.

The Early Childhood Almanac: Activities For Every Month Of The Year


Dana Newmann - 1997
    Materials are conveniently organized into 12 month-chapters, January to December, each packed with easy-to-use information and materials for fresh and appropriate experiences to involve young children in learning. 100+ line drawings.

Everyone Hide From Wibbly Pig


Mick Inkpen - 1997
    Help him to find his friends by lifting the flaps. Tiny Pig has found a great hiding place. Will you be able to find him?

The Color Monster


Ron Fontes - 1997
    Hopson to catch the thief and save Easter. Full-color illustrations.

Minas and the Fish


Olga Pastuchiv - 1997
    "Let me go free and I will give you a wish, " the fish said to Minas. Minas wanted only one thing, to join his father and older brothers on their fishing trips. "No, Minas, you're too little. Wait until you get bigger and learn how to swim, " his brothers always said. Would this strange fish be able to help? Join Minas as he rides on the back of the magical fish to the depths of an ocean alive with a curious procession of creatures, some beautiful and delicate, some ugly and frightening. Jellyfish and seahorses shimmer through Olga Pastuchiv's watercolors in this vivid and imaginative tale of a boy growing up with the mysteries of the sea.

Jooka Saves the Day


Gilles Eduar - 1997
    But like all children, he wants to belong. And life is good among the crocodiles on the banks of the Zimbu River -- until Jooka sneezes fire and wings pop out from under his shirt. What's he to do? He has frightened the crocodiles away. He sets out on a journey and meets Theo, the wise pelican, who recognizes him for what he is -- a dragon! In this innocent and magical tale of growing up, Theo teaches Jooka to embrace his differences and master his abilities. The young dragon flourishes and, in a wholly satisfying ending, returns to his friends just in time to save the day.

Bright and Breezy


Alan Rogers - 1997
    Young children find out all about colors, shapes, weather, travel, and motion while they enjoy hearing the adventures of a cast of funny animal characters.Bright, colorful pictures with only one sentence to a page.Surprise lift-the-flap endings let kids help tell the story.Original artwork from leading animator Alan Rogers.

Owl


Rebecca Stefoff - 1997
    Large colorful photos and uncomplicated text bring unusual members of the animal kingdom into focus. They can enter into the fascinating world of exotic creatures and learn where they live, feed and interact.

The Night is Like an Animal


Candace Whitman - 1997
    And when dawn comes, Night departs, leaving hidden paw prints in the shadows and elusive memories of sweet dreams.

Great Blue Grump


Jill Creighton - 1997
    And he eats normal stuff, like chocolate and bean sprouts. He's hairy and grumpy and blue all over -- and just happens to have an awful lot in common with...Dad!A small girl and her friend creep through the house, with each step further embellishing the description and habitat of the Great Blue Grump who is asleep upstairs.

Ms. Murphy Fights Fires


Alice K. Flanagan - 1997
    With a striking photojournalistic style and easy-to-read text, this series presents the life stories of real people. From a television reporter to a young ballet dancer, a wide variety of occupations is brought to life. The biographies in this series will encourage children to think about the ways they might influence their neighbors and their community as adults.

Mrs Millie's Painting


Matt Ottley - 1997
    Instead, she grows geraniums in pots by the window, and paints wild, beautiful pictures of exotic plants. And then, one night, something wonderful happens...

Little Miss Muffet Counts To Ten


Emma Chichester Clark - 1997
    Well, not this time. The spider asks her to stay, and politely she does. And then come the animals: two, three, four, five – bearing gifts and delicacies and decorations. But why? Find out in this riotous new paperback picture book.

My Very First Look at Colors


Christiane Gunzi - 1997
    -- Bright and arresting photographs help toddlers identify everyday and unfamiliar objects.-- Develops word recognition skills and enriches vocabulary for the very young.-- Provides a first library for parents and children to share.-- Understandable, interesting, and fun to read.

Lots of Dads


Shelley Rotner - 1997
    Kids will love looking at these large, joyful pictures of dads playing with their children, lending a helping hand, and going to work. Even the less glamorous day-to-day aspects of "dadhood" are portrayed -- dads are photographed doing chores around the house, going on errands, and taking some time to relax. The book's message is simple and sweet: there are lots of different kinds of dads, but they all have one thing in common -- they love their children.

Storm Chasers


Gail Herman - 1997
    Full color.

Hush, Little Baby


Shari Halpern - 1997
    In this fresh new version, Shari Halpern's country-bright collages -- as arresting and inviting as a handmade quilt -- convey all the warmth and love at the heart of this bedtime classic.

Cat and Mouse in the Rain


Tomek Bogacki - 1997
    "Let's do something exciting!" they say. But when it starts to rain, it seems as if their day is over before it's even begun. All they can do is huddle under a leaf umbrella and complain. But then along comes a new kind of friend--Frog--who shows them that wet can be fun! Full color.

Into the Woods: A Woodland Scrapbook


Loretta Krupinski - 1997
    A collection of facts and fiction about the woods.

A Cow, a Bee, a Cookie, and Me


Meredith Hooper - 1997
    Ben not only gets a baking lesson but also learns about the natural world and the ingredients necessary to make the cookies.

Is There Room on the Feather Bed?


Libba Moore Gray - 1997
    Full color.

Rhinos Who Snowboard


Julie Mammano - 1997
    colorful watercolors from Julie Mammano capture an epic day of snowboarding for these totally aggro rhinos. They catch air, take insane gaps and charge the steeps until it's time to head home and chill in the cabin, dreaming of their next ride. Snowboarders and those who dream of boarding will love these adorably extreme rhinos and a glossary of snowboarding speak is included to boost anyone's boarding know-how.