Best of
Young-Readers

1989

Precious Moments Bedtime Stories


Samuel J. Butcher - 1989
    More than 100 endearing Precious Moments illustrations and drawings, four prayers, and 23 bedtime stories provide a natural springboard for parent/child talks about honesty, sharing, and giving. (Baker Book House)

Little Critter's Christmas Book


Mercer Mayer - 1989
    In this classic, Little Critter is doing all he can to get ready for Christmas! From building snow critters to visiting Santa to wrapping presents, Little Critter celebrates the holiday season with his family in a way only Little Critter can. All the joys of the holiday season are here, including an original Christmas carol, complete with music.

The Silver Slippers


Elizabeth Koda-Callan - 1989
    Now, The Silver Slippers takes a dramatic new turn with a fresh redesign featuring a new cover and an irresistible 5" x 6 1³2" trim size--a smaller book for smaller hands, and the perfect stocking stuffer. The look is contemporary, yet as classic as the story inside, with its ageless message of "Good things happen when you believe in yourself." And, of course, nestled inside the cover is a charm on a matching gold or silver chain.

Lives of the Saints (Boxed Set)


Lawrence G. Lovasik - 1989
    Two volumes.

All Aboard Trains


Deborah Harding - 1989
    Freight trains, passenger trains, and super-speed trains--they're all here in this colorful collection, filled with easy-to-read facts and realistic pictures, just right for young train lovers.

East of the Sun and West of the Moon


Nancy Willard - 1989
    Rendered in play format, this is the traditional tale of a spirited young girl in a wretchedly poor household, and the magical white bear who chooses her to share his lavish palace.

The Little Mermaid


Walt Disney Company - 1989
    On one of her visits above the surface, she meets a human prince and falls in love. Determined to be with her true love, she makes a risky deal with an evil sea witch and trades her voice for legs. Ariel embarks on the adventure of a lifetime, but soon finds that the fate of her father's kingdom is in her hands. This collectible storybook includes beautiful, full-color art in the style of the beloved film, The Little Mermaid.

The News about Dinosaurs


Patricia Lauber - 1989
    The author reveals the latest scientific discoveries and theories about the habitat, behavior, anatomy, characteristics, and other important aspects of the dinosaurs.