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A Child's Garden of Verses
Robert Louis Stevenson - 1885
In this collection of sixty-six poems, Stevenson recalls the joys of his childhood, from sailing boats down a river, to waiting for the lamplighter, to sailing off to foreign lands in his imagination.Tasha Tudor's watercolour paintings evoke a simpler time in the past, and celebrate two of the things she loves most — children and nature. Her talents are the perfect match for these inspiring poems, making this a handsome gift edition that will be cherished by families for generations.
Blue Moose
Daniel Pinkwater - 1975
A man who runs a restaurant on the edge of the big north woods meets a talking blue moose that moves in and spends the winter serving as head waiter.
Curious George Plants a Seed (CGTV Reader)
H.A. Rey - 2007
Upon learning that Jumpy is storing food for later, George decides to do the same. The man with the yellow hat comes home to find the kitchen empty and its contents buried in the yard! It’s time to teach George about what things grow and what don’t. George finally gets it right when he grows a beautiful sunflower from a seed.
Matt, the Green Cat
Jenny Mitchell - 2018
On a Lovely Sunny Day a Cute Ginger Cat Suddenly Turns a New Color!
Matt is walking down the street and tells his fascinating and breathtaking story.-Our Toddlers Book Teaches kids that Being "unusual" or "different" has a lot of Advantages and that our Friends and Family are very important in our life.-Our Amazing Kids Book encourages Kindness and Empathy towards others.-Wonderful HD pictures Educate and Enhance children's Emotions while reading.
Babar and the Ghost
Laurent de Brunhoff - 1980
Cornelius warns that the castle looks haunted, but the children fearlessly go exploring.
It's My Bedtime...But I'm Thirsty!: (and other famous stalls)
Shannon Benish - 2018
It's time for bed, but he's not ready for night! How many stalls can be used before Momma's little angel is fast asleep and counting sheep?
Mittens
Lola M. Schaefer - 2006
Everything seems loud and unfamiliar and scary. The little kitten wants a special place all his own. Can a new friend help him find one?The satisfying story of an adorable kitten's search for security and his discovery of a new friend is perfect for children who, like Mittens, are ready to take their first steps on a new journey: reading.Mittens is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child. "The beautiful physical immediacy of the new pet story will draw emergent readers," commented Booklist.
Ladybug Girl and Bumblebee Boy
David Soman - 2009
Sam likes Diggers, while Lulu thinks Monkeys is the best game. Sam suggests playing under the castle, but Lulu knows that the top is the most fun. They just can't agree! And then Lulu asks, "Have you ever played Ladybug Girl?" As Ladybug Girl and Bumblebee Boy, Lulu and Sam save the playground from hairy monsters and big mean robots, and have their very own parade on the bouncy dinosaurs. They figure out that when they work together, they can create fun games that they both like to play.
Hooray for the Golly Sisters
Betsy Byars - 1990
Big rivers, magic pigs, and high-wire waltzes can mean only one thing - the Golly sisters are here again! Five more adventures star those western showgirls, May-May and Rose, as they dance and sing their way out west.
Wild Reptiles: Snakes, Crocodiles, Lizards, and Turtles (Wild Kratts)
Chris Kratt - 2015
PBS’s successful animated show Wild Kratts follows the adventures of zoologists Chris and Martin Kratt as they travel to animal habitats around the globe. Along the way, they encounter incredible creatures while combining science education with fun. Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 can join the Kratt brothers as they activate their Creature Power Suits to creep, crawl, and slither with amazing reptiles!Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
Fish and Sun
Sergio Ruzzier - 2021
One day, bored little Fish journeys up to the surface of the ocean where it meets Sun, and a wonderful friendship blooms…Only, right in the middle of their fun, Sun starts to set! Told in a graphic novel format.
A Little House Birthday
Laura Ingalls Wilder - 1997
There are special presents from everyone, and that night Laura falls asleep to the merry music of Pa’s fiddle. Renée Graef’s enchanting full-color illustrations, inspired by Garth Williams’s classic artwork, bring Laura and her family lovingly to life in our tenth My First Little House Book, adapted from Laura Ingalls Wilder’s beloved storybooks. It’s a Little House birthday to remember!
Pete the Cat: Too Cool for School
Kimberly Dean - 2014
He has so many colorful choices in his closet to choose from, how will he decide on one?In this hilarious I Can Read tale, Pete learns it's not what you wear, but how you wear it that makes you cool.
Pirate Pete's Talk Like a Pirate
Kim Kennedy - 2007
He needs one that not only acts like a pirate but talks like a pirate. He interviews several applicants only to find they don't talk right!
The Gingerbread Man Loose on the Fire Truck
Laura Murray - 2013
Luckily, this Gingerbread Man is one smart cookie, and he races into the fire truck, up the pole, and all through the station, staying one step ahead of the hungry dog the whole time.Then an emergency call comes in and the Gingerbread Man knows just what to do:“I’ll ride to the rescue, as fast as I can.I want to help, too! I’m the Gingerbread Man!”With snappy rhymes and fresh illustrations, the Gingerbread Man makes a sweet return in his second school adventure. Includes a poster with fire safety tips and activities.