Best of
Storytime

2003

My Lucky Day


Keiko Kasza - 2003
    Fox's door "accidentally," the fox can hardly believe his good luck. It's not every day that dinner just shows up on your doorstep. It must be his lucky day! Or is it?Before Mr. Fox can say grace, the piglet has manipulated him into giving him a fabulously tasty meal, the full spa treatment (with bath and massage), and . . . freedom.In a funny trickster tale of her own, Kasza keeps readers guessing until the surprise ending when they'll realize it was piglet's lucky day all along.

The Family Book


Todd Parr - 2003
    Full color.

Bear Wants More


Karma Wilson - 2003
    He wants more! With his friends' help, he finds some berries, clover, and fish to eat, but that's not enough. Bear wants more! How Bear's friends help him to finally satisfy his HUGE hunger in a most surprising way will enchant young readers. Karma Wilson's rhythmic text and Jane Chapman's vibrant illustrations make Bear Wants More a perfect springtime read-aloud.

Falling for Rapunzel


Leah Wilcox - 2003
    Instead of her curly locks, she throws her dirty socks. Instead of silky tresses, out go lacey dresses. And you can predict the guaranteed-to-crack-kids-up clothing she sends down when the prince simply says hair. . . .Finally Rapunzel heaves out something that makes all the prince's dreams come true, showing how misunderstandings can lead to happily-ever-after.Hilarious text, clever page-turns, and vibrant, eclectic art make this a non-traditional Rapunzel kids will want to read about again and again.

Yummy Yucky


Leslie Patricelli - 2003
    Sandwiches are yummy, sand is yucky.' With bold illustrations, Leslie Patricelli humorously introduces concepts to very young children. The book also has a double spread section featuring 'more yummy things' and 'more yucky things'.

Tanka Tanka Skunk!


Steve Webb - 2003
    When you say their names together, they sound like drums!"Steve Webb's innovative and visually stunning picture book introduces young readers to simple rhythms with this riot of shout-out-loud words and cavorting animals. TANKA TANKA SKUNK! makes reading tons of fun as the text and the illustrations leap and dance across the pages.

Some Dogs Do


Jez Alborough - 2003
    Full color.

How Do Dinosaurs Get Well Soon?


Jane Yolen - 2003
    Can you imagine dragging a very stubborn styracosaurus into the doctor's office? Or saying "Open wide" to a very sharp-toothed carnotaurus? From enormous sneezes to gigantic wails, the outrageous antics of the mischievous young dinosaurs in this book are sure to bring laughter to anyone - large or small - who has ever said atchoo!

Full, Full, Full of Love


Trish Cooke - 2003
    With a special focus on the bond between little Jay Jay and his grannie, Trish Cooke introduces us to a gregarious family we are sure to want more, more, more of.

Do Princesses Wear Hiking Boots?


Carmela LaVigna Coyle - 2003
    A girl asks her mother copious questions in this tale that encourages readers to follow their dreams.

Little Quack


Lauren Thompson - 2003
    As his brothers and sisters splish, splash, and splosh their way into the pond behind their mama, he is left all alone on the shore. Little Quack wants to join his family. Can he find the courage to be a very small duck in a very big pond? Count along and find out! The QUACK-U-LATOR keeps score, adding a splash of math to all the fun!

Little Bear's Little Boat


Eve Bunting - 2003
    He rows it around Huckleberry Lake, fishing and dreaming. But then Little Bear begins to grow and grow, until one day he doesn’t fit in his little boat anymore! All children who experience growing pains will appreciate Little Bear’s predicament. And they will smile with satisfaction as the solution to his problem unfolds in simple, lyrical words and charming pictures from two award-winning picture-book creators.

Finklehopper Frog


Irene Livingston - 2003
    But Finklehopper learns that it’s best to be himself and do what he loves--because that’s the perfect way for him!Book Details: Format: Paperback Publication Date: 3/1/2008 Pages: 32 Reading Level: Age 3 and Up

Billy's Bucket


Kes Gray - 2003
    Inside it, he can see all kinds of magnificent sea creatures. But Mum and Dad are sceptical and, when Dad unwittingly uses the bucket to clean his car, he's in for a big surprise!

The Skeleton in the Closet


Alice Schertle - 2003
    "Creak . . . creak . . . creak . . . Now he's going up the steps -- but this skeleton isn't looking for what you'd expect. There are both snickers and shivers awaiting readers in this wickedly funny rhyming story that is sure to tickle funny bones.

Wishes for You


Tobi Tobias - 2003
    . . comes this collection of warm and generous thoughts for a child that express universal hopes for joy and curiosity, creativity and strength. Full color.

Stanley's Party


Linda Bailey - 2003
    Stanley is a good dog, but one night, while they're away, the temptation becomes too great and he sneaks up onto the couch. What a wonderful experience! Soon he's also blasting the music, dancing around the living room and raiding the fridge. Stanley's never had so much fun! But after a couple of weeks something is missing, and Stanley realizes that partying alone has lost its thrill.

One Dark Night


Lisa Wheeler - 2003
    Evenings at home with Mouse and Mole are always safe and cozy, until one dark night they venture outside for a moonlit walk and find something waiting for them.  With its satisfying ending, this adventure is a perfect read-aloud for every night.

The Most Thankful Thing


Lisa McCourt - 2003
    A perfect bedtime story for every day -- and especially for Thanksgiving!When a little girl asks her mom what her "most thankful thing ever" is, Mom turns the question into a fun trip down memory lane. Turning the pages of Mom's photo album, they discover many wonderful moments in Mom's life, from summer camp to winning a trophy in a soccer tournament, from singing onstage to her wedding day. But one event in Mom's whole life is the very best ever -- the birth of her precious little girl.

Can You Cuddle Like A Koala?


John Butler - 2003
    Can you cuddle like a koala, holding on tight? Or can you creep like a mouse in the pale moonlight? Join in the fun rhyme with all the little animals from around the world and copy their actions.

Santa's Suit


Kate Lee - 2003
    . ."RED is the best, and it matches Rudolph's nose."

Winter Woes


Marty Kelley - 2003
    What if he slips on the snow? What if he falls through the ice? What if he's frozen--til spring ? ? The silliness builds like a snowball rolling downhill as our hero posits all the things could possibly go wrong in the winter wonderland outside his house.

Seabiscuit vs War Admiral: The Greatest Horse Race in History


Kat Shehata - 2003
    She is the author of San Francisco's Famous Sea Lions. She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio. Jo McElwee is a Society of Illustrators award-winning artist. She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio.

I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly: A Hilarious Lift-the-Flap Book!


Colin Hawkins - 2003
    I don't know why she swallowed the fly—so read along and find out! Meet all the animals that end up in the old lady's tummy—but what will happen when she starts to get a bit full? This is a comical retelling of the favorite nursery rhyme from a popular team, with lift-the-flap pages that are just right for small hands.

Lonesome George, the Giant Tortoise


Francine Jacobs - 2003
    Then visiting fishermen introduced goats to the unique island, which completely disrupted the ecosystem.One lone tortoise stubbornly clung to life, even after his fellow tortoises disappeared slowly. Then, years after it was believed that all Pinta Island tortoises were extinct, scientists discovered one lone tortoise among the rocky hills of the now barren land.The scientists named this miraculous survivor "Lonesome George" and brought him to the Darwin Research Station, where they hoped to find him a mate. Even though George has remained a steadfast bachelor while waiting for a Pinta Island mate, he is an inspiration for survival as well as a living reminder of the terrible price of extinction.

Flick a Switch: How Electricity Gets to Your Home


Barbara Seuling - 2003
    Nancy Tobin, explains how electricity was discovered and how it is generated and distributed.

Hello Shapes! (Hello Kitty)


Sandra Higashi - 2003
    Circles are circus balls...squares are paper for painting pictures...triangles are yummy slices of pizza. Young readers will quickly catch on to Hello Kitty's lessons--and soon they will be spotting rectangular mirrors, star-shaped fish, baseball diamonds, and much more. Bonus punch-out shape stencils reinforce the lesson and help teach shapes the Hello Kitty way

Living Lights: Fireflies in Your Backyard


Nancy Loewen - 2003
    Includes life cycle and activity.

Book Tales


Joan Hilyer Phelps - 2003
    Just like Finger Tales, Book Tales offers fun for preschoolers and children's librarians alike! Each of the lively, ready-to-use programs is based on a popular children's book such as Where the Wild Things Are, Joseph Had a Little Overcoat and How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night? The programs include a synopsis of the book, an activity and a take-home activity based on the story.

The Book of Finger Plays Action Songs


John M. Feierabend - 2003
    It provides a basis for understanding the musical concepts of form and expression.

My Cat Just Sleeps


Joanne Partis - 2003
    With vivid collage style artwork, Joanne Partis gives young readers a deceptively simple story about what a cat gets up to when his little girl owner isn't looking.

Count the Ways, Little Bear


Jonathon London - 2003
    “You can count the ways,” she says. She loves him more than he loves to gobble one pie, more than he loves to read six books, even more than he loves getting nine kisses. But that’s not enough for a little bear who isn’t ready for bed. Finally, Mama comes up with an example that helps Little Brown Bear count himself to sleep. A mother’s deep and steady love and a young child’s delight in play are captured in this charming bedtime counting book.

Bunnies on the Go: Getting from Place to Place


Rick Walton - 2003
    All family vacations should be this much fun!

The Love Me Bird


Joyce Dunbar - 2003
    This sweet narrative by Joyce Dunbar is perfectly complemented by Sophie Fatus' elegant yet gentle illustrations.THE LOVE-ME BIRD is the sweet story of a small bird who will go to any lengths to find a love. At her friend, Shut-Eye, the owl's coaxing, she primps and preens and plays hard to get, to no avail. Her song is not answered. But after Shut-Eye advises her to change her tune, the Love-Me bird finally finds her true love.

My Friends


Rozanne Lanczak Williams - 2003
    Each book introduces a new sight word within a delightful story. Written by popular children's author Rozanne Lanczak Williams, these fun books are the perfect complement to any emergent reading program!

Mrs. Twiggenbotham Goes to a Party


Emily King - 2003
    Twiggenbotham teach Felicity that giving is much more fun than getting. Includes Mrs. Twiggenbotham's original recipes.

Humpty Dumpty (Baby's First Nursery Rhymes)


Brimax Books - 2003
    Children and parents alike will love to say the traditional rhymes aloud.

Thank You, Dr. King!


Robin Reid - 2003
    And the more they know, the better equipped they are to handle the challenges of growing up.Little Bill encourages children to value their family and friends, to feel good about themselves, and to learn to solve problems creatively.I hope young readers will see Little Bill as their friend and enjoy his real-life adventures.Happy reading!

Cinco de Mayo: A Mexican Holiday about Unity and Pride


James Garcia - 2003
    Introduces the Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo, its meaning, origins, and how it is celebrated.

Mrs. Chicken and the Hungry Crocodile


Won-Ldy Paye - 2003
    Chicken has to think fast to outwit hungry Crocodile, who wants to eat her for dinner.One morning Mrs. Chicken took her bath in a puddle.“Cluck, cluck,” she said proudly. “What a pretty chicken I am!”Mrs. Chicken can’t see her wings in the puddle, so she walks down to the river where she can admire all of herself. She doesn’t know that Crocodile is there, waiting for dinner—and a tasty chicken would do nicely! To save herself, Mrs. Chicken tells Crocodile that they are sisters. But how can a speckled chicken and a green-skinned crocodile be related? Mrs. Chicken had better prove that they are, and fast, because Crocodile is getting hungrier . . .The authors and illustrator of Head, Body, Legs join together to create another lively retelling of a popular African folktale. Mrs. Chicken and the Hungry Crocodile is a 2004 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.

The Storytime Craft Book


Kathy Ross - 2003
    Games, puppets, jewelry, toys, and more that will add an extra element of play to eighty of the most popular children's songs, fairy tales, nursery rhymes, and stories. An invaluable resource for librarians, teachers, parents and babysitters!

Penguins and Their Chicks


Margaret C. Hall - 2003
    Text and photographs describe the lives of baby penguins, also known as chicks, from birth to early maturity.

The Average Monkey


Todd Aaron Smith - 2003
    But when he escapes to make a difference in the real world, he discovers that he doesn't need to be a police officer or a bus driver or a famous ballplayer to be someone important--he just needs to be himself This charming, full-color story for kids ages three to seven shares the important message that "God made you special."

The Big Book of Stories, Songs, and Sing-Alongs: Programs for Babies, Toddlers, and Families


Beth Maddigan - 2003
    Unlike many other children's programming guides, this one takes a literature-based approach, offering a dynamic mix of stimulating activities that center around books and give young children a head start on literacy.Promote lifelong reading and library use with these exciting programs for infants, toddlers, and their families, and enhance children's capacity for learning with a myriad of stories, songs, and sing-alongs! Anyone who works with the very young will delight in this charming treasury of age-appropriate programming ideas for children from as young as 6 months through age 3. Unlike many other children's programming guides, this one takes a literature-based approach, offering a dynamic mix of stimulating activities that center around books and give young children a head start on literacy. PreK.You'll find everything you need to run magnificent literature-based children's programs. For each age level (6-11 months, 12-23 months, 24-36 months, 36-48 months), the authors present eight complete programs and provide specific instructions and guidance for working with each group. Adults will have as much fun as the children with such programs as Wiggle, Jiggle, and Bounce, Oink, Cluck, Moo, 1, 2, 3 Count With Me, and Monster Mash. A chapter on Family Fun addresses working with diverse ages and features eight family programs. Whether you're a novice or an experienced children's programmer, this book will help you offer quality programming and foster lifelong literacy in your community.Ages: Infant-3

Mr. Crumb's Secret: A Fribble Mouse Library Mystery (Fribble Mouse Library Mystery)


Phyllis J. Perry - 2003
    Crumb, is taking up a new hobby. But he's keeping it a secret until he learns how to do it -- unless Fribble can use his library know-how to crack the mystery first!

Scoop the Digger


David Wojtowycz - 2003
    

Who Says Woof?


John Butler - 2003
    With this book's large, lovable illustrations and a guessing-game format similar to Whose Baby Am I?, toddlers will love learning who says quack, who says baa, and lots more.

What Are You Doing In My Bed?


David Bedford - 2003
    So he creeps into a house and curls up in a snug, cosy bed. But this bed belongs to someone else. This is a fun-filled story, aimed at 3-6 year olds, perfect for reading aloud.

The Blind Hunter


Kristina Rodanas - 2003
    Retells an African folktale about a blind man who teaches a young hunter how to "see" with his ears, nose, hands and heart.

Trains, Boats And Planes


Gill Guile - 2003
    

Are Eggs Square?


D.K. Publishing - 2003
    Full color. plus 5 acetate overlays.

Touch & Tickle


Sanja Rešček - 2003
    Designed to stimulate the senses, and based on research into the benefits of baby exercise and massage, these books encourage interaction between parent and baby. Devoting time to special activities with your baby plays a crucial part in the bonding process. Touch helps to promote feelings of security and confidence. Massage has been shown to encourage relaxation, enhance sleep, improve circulation and digestion, and aid pain relief. It also allows time to explore new feelings and share new experiences.

Maurice Sendak's Seven Little Monsters: Monsters in Space - Book #1


Arthur Yorinks - 2003
    A rainy Saturday afternoon makes way for an exciting trip to Pluto! With the help of every member of the family and some pretty wild imaginations, the seven little monsters get an out of-this-world ride.

Storytime Action!: 2000+ Ideas For Making 500 Picture Books Interactive


Jennifer Bromann - 2003
    It also provides advice for planning programmes and developing your own personal style.

Peekaboo Jungle! (Peekabooks)


Emily Bolam - 2003
    Older babies will enjoy lifting the flaps and making the animal noises... and all babies will love peeping at themselves in the mirror at the end

If Peace Is...


Jane Baskwill - 2003
    If Peace Is examines the concept of peace from various perspectives.

What Colour Is Love?


Linda Strachan - 2003
    Is it pink?, he asks the flamingo. Is it yellow?, he asks the lion. But of course there is only one person who really knows the answer, and that's Mum!

Chasing Birds across Texas: A Birding Big Year


Mark T. Adams - 2003
    Adams started counting birds. His goal was to find the largest possible number of species in one year in Texas, an undertaking known in birding parlance as a Big Year. By the evening of December 31, he had tied the record of 489 species seen or heard within the state’s borders in a single calendar year. Traveling 30,000 miles across Texas by car and 18,000 miles by plane, Adams alone saw 92 percent of all bird species reported in the state in 2000.In Chasing Birds across Texas, Adams invites birders and others with a broad interest in the outdoors to join him in exploring Texas’ varied habitats on his quest for birds—from the upper coast to the lower coast; into the Hill Country, the Panhandle, and the Chihuahuan Desert; and up the Davis, Chisos, and Guadalupe Mountains. As he happily celebrates the bounty of the Valley’s spring migration or desperately searches for a Panhandle rarity, we watch him grow as a naturalist, exult in the Texas landscape, and benefit from the company of some of the world’s best birders.Informative, inspiring, and great fun, Chasing Birds across Texas conveys as perhaps no other bird book can the humor, obsession, dedication, and adventure that are all part of the sport of birding.

The Spooky Storybook: Full of Fearsome Fun!


Tony Ross - 2003
    Chesterton and Nicholas Allan, this creepy compendium is packed with ghosts, witches, monsters and bogeymen – all the ingredients needed for a tremulous tale at bedtime, or any time. Brand new illustrations from Nicholas Allan accompany a ghostly tale from Hilltop Hospital; the exuberant witch who got on the train brightens the lives of a host of commuters; and a resourceful little boy catches the elusive Bogeyman.These wonderfully creepy stories will thrill and delight the youngest of readers, without scaring them out of their wits.

Maybe, My Baby


Marilyn Janovitz - 2003
    Marilyn Janovitz's soothing text and endearing pictures of animal parents and their little ones combine in a loving lullaby of a book that will send children peacefully off to sleep.In the tradition of "Goodnight Moon" and "Guess How Much I Love You," this warm and fuzzy bedtime book is perfect for family snuggling.

The Book Bunch: Developing Book Clubs for Beginning Readers


Laura J.H. Smith - 2003
    

Yikes!!!


Robert Florczak - 2003
    This NO, DAVID!-inspired adventure features the wild-adventure approach of "Crocodile Hunter," as a boy encounters the deadliest and most fascinating animals on Earth.This energetic new book from talented artist Robert Florczak will have readers immediately hooked! A young boy who appears to be on safari is pictured on each spread, alongside the world's most fearsome and exotic creatures--cobras, gorillas, and crocodiles, oh my! On every spread, a simple caption ("Yikes!", "Look out!") explains the true danger he's in. But at the story's end, readers are in for a surprise: a spread showing the boy, now home, sitting under a tree, reading a book. Did he really have a wild adventure? Readers can decide for themselves.

Whose Bottom? (Lift The Flap)


Fiona Munro - 2003
    

One Pizza, One Penny


K.T. Hao - 2003
    Ben Bear is renowned for his perfect pizzas. Chris Croc is famous for his mouthwatering cakes. When the richest man in the world buys a slice of Chris's pizza, he decides to go into business. But as soon as he sets up his roadside stand, Ben sets up one of his own across the street, and the neighbors turn into fierce rivals. Slow business and creeping hunger force the two chefs to come up with a solution that shows that friendship is the best possible nourishment.

I Want to Be a Librarian


Dan Liebman - 2003
    series gives young children a realistic insight into the working day of adults. Easy-to-read captions and color photographs of women and men from different cultures help children understand what's involved in each occupation. Young readers learn to respect the importance of doing a job well and appreciate the contributions these workers make to our life and the world around us.These books are perfect for reading alone or in group story times. They are certain to spark questions and encourage dialogue and prompt children to learn more about these occupations.

Bing: Something for Daddy


Ted Dewan - 2003
    But when Bing is ready to add the sparkles, the goo bottle clogs and then . . . explodes! But don’t worry, Bing. It’s no big thing. Making something for Daddy—it’s a Bing thing!

Peek-A-Zoo!


Marie Torres Cimarusti - 2003
    With its oversize flaps and bright, bold illustrations, this follow-up to the highly successful Peek-a-Moo! is sure to be another hit with young readers. On every page, kids play peek-a-boo with a different animal found at the zoo, guessing what it is, then lifting the flap to find out. Each animal has a different sound that becomes part of the peek-a-boo game: Guess who? "Peek-a-roar!" says the lion. "Peek-a-ooo-ooo-ooo!" says the chimpanzee. The sweet, funny animals will keep kids laughing, while the large trim size and sturdy binding will ensure many hours of lift-the-flap fun!

Can You Move Like An Elephant?


Judy Hindley - 2003
    Describes the movements of elephants, snakes, monkeys, peacocks, snails, butterflies, tigers, deer, flamingos and rabbits and asks readers if they can imitate them.

Spike In Trouble


Paulette Bogan - 2003
    Then someone digs up Mom's flower bed. Spike knows it's not his fault, but Shannon still has to take him to obedience school. While nervous at first, Spike discovers he loves school. He's good at all the lessons, he makes a new friend, and he even gets a blue ribbon. But as soon as he gets home, the trouble starts again. Will Spike be able to find the real culprit-before he gets blamed for more trouble? Family Life called Spike "a goofy-looking dog you've just got to love," and in Spike in Trouble, Spike's misadventures are as funny and endearing as ever.

Mommy Loves Her Baby/Daddy Loves His Baby


Tara Jaye Morrow - 2003
    Tara Jaye Morrow's charming two-in-one book is matched perfectly with Tiphanie Beeke's delightful illustrations.

Where Is My Mommy?


Julie Downing - 2003
    You will have fun with "Where Is My Mommy? Reading it aloud will quickly become like a favorite game of peekaboo as your child begins to anticipate each reassuring answer and greets again young animal friends.

At the Park: A Magic Picture Book


Sue King - 2003
    With full-color illustrations and lenticular screens throughout, just wiggling this adorable book up and down makes puppies prance, kites fly, squirrels scamper and more! This action-packed board book is a great way to entertain curious young readers at home or on the go.

Grow Up


Sandy Turner - 2003
    A cowboy? A dentist? A zookeeper? A bricklayer? Filled with the whimsical, fresh style that has made Sandy Turner an international sensation, Grow Up is a delight for the eyes and a feast for the imagination.

Billy Brownmouse Won't Go to Sleep!


Anna Casalis - 2003
    

The Way the Storm Stops


Michelle Meadows - 2003
    Mommies also make wonderful sounds, but they are warm and safe and the best comfort of all at the end of a blustery day.This lyrical, rhythmic bedtime story takes the fear out of the unexpected and provides a reassuring antidote for children. A wonderful read-aloud that preschoolers will enjoy.

This Is the Dreidel


Abby Levine - 2003
    Full color.

Wake Up, Black Bear!


Dawn Bentley - 2003
    Outside the den is a whole wide world for the cubs to explore. The clubs have a lot to learn during their first spring!

Don't Wake Up the Bear!


Marjorie Dennis Murray - 2003
    A small hare wanders by, and since his ears are so cold, he snuggles up in the bear’s cozy den. Before long, a fox comes along with the same idea. "You may come in," says the hare, "but don’t wake up the bear!" As the night wears on, the nest of sleeping animals expands until a mouse with a cold curls up right in the bear’s ear-and wakes him up with a loud sneeze! Warm, playful illustrations and a repeating refrain make this bedtime book perfect for year-round reading.

Snappy Little Zoo


Dugald A. Steer - 2003
    Brightly illustrated by Derek Matthews, the Snappies have been a children's literary phenomenon for more than four years. Snappy Little Zoo takes kids on a trip to the zoo, where they encounter a fantastic collection of ten amazing pop-up animals -- from zany zebras to playful pandas and gawky giraffes. It's an adventure that's full of fun from beginning to end!

For the Love Of A Pug


Woodleigh Marx Hubbard - 2003
    Pug owners are passionate, and have even been known to express their devotion in love songs and poetry--and Woodleigh Marx Hubbard is no exception! She is, in her own words, "besotted" with her pug, Oliver Wink. Perfect for pug aficionados and dog lovers everywhere, her whimsical tribute to pugs captures their exuberance, as her energetic illustrations celebrate and applaud the many colorful sides of this truly unique little dog. Praise for Woodleigh Marx Hubbard: