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Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
Kate Toms - 2007
It has a soft-to-touch cover with flocking and glitterand exquisite, hand-stitched illustrations throughout. The charming,rhyming text is loosely based on “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star” – abook to read again and again.
Daddies
Janet Frank - 1953
It shows daddies working in all kinds of careers, from farming to teaching to even singing in the opera! And it assures children that at the end of the workday, by taxi, train, by car and bus, Daddy rushes home--to us!Illustrated by Tibor Gergely, who brought the beloved Little Golden Book characters Scuffy the Tugboat and Tootle to life.
Hand Rhymes
Marc Brown - 1993
Little hands can wiggle, stretch, pound, point, and dance as they animate rhymes like "Two Little Monkeys, " "Quack! Quack! Quack!" and "The Caterpillar." And children will enjoy a group of delightful poems at the same time.
Ten in the Bed
Penny Dale - 1988
There were ten in the bed and the little one said Roll over, roll over! But who were the ten? And what happened to them all after they rolled out of bed? All is revealed in this bedtime tale featuring a small child and an assortment of soft toys.
Walt Disney's Mother Goose (A Little Golden Book)
Al Dempster - 1949
This Little Golden Book from the 1940s is a must-have addition to every Little Golden Book collector’s library.
The Dark Man
Stephen King - 2013
Later this dark man would come to be known around the world as one of King's greatest villains, Randall Flagg, but at the time King only had simple questions on his mind: where was this man going? What had he seen and done? What terrible things...?i have ridden rails...More than forty years after Stephen King first wrote his breathtaking poem "The Dark Man," Glenn Chadbourne set out to answer those questions in this World's First Edition hardcover featuring more than 70 full-page illustrations from the talented artist behind The Secretary of Dreams.i have slept in glaring swamps...This Cemetery Dance Publications hardcover is a true marriage of words and art, with Chadbourne pulling the images from King's imagination and illustrating them in magnificent detail. This incredible blending of King's words with Chadbourne's art creates a unique page turning experience you can return to again and again, always finding new details hidden on every page. You'll discover hidden layers and mysterious secrets for years to come.i am a dark man...So who is the Dark Man and why is he traveling the country? The answers are terrifying....
Gris Grimly's Wicked Nursery Rhymes I
Gris Grimly - 2003
Darker adaptations of familiar nursery rhymes.
This Little Piggy: And Other Favorite Action Rhymes
Hannah Wood - 2010
Enjoy more than fifteen favorites including Pat-a-Cake, Itsy Bitsy Spider, I'm a Little Teapot, and The Wheels on the Bus! The soft padded covers, rounded corners and sturdy board pages make this title a perfect fit for preschoolers!
Old Macdonald Had A Woodshop
Lisa Shulman - 2002
Saw, drill, chisel, file, screwdriver, paintbrush are operated by cat, goat, chicken, pig, cow and dog. With a swish swash here and a swish swash there, and a whole lot of other sounds, there's a miniature toy farm being made-just for the baby animals. A twist on the familiar nursery song, this is sure to be a hit with any kid who loves tools or loves to sing.
The Animals' Merry Christmas (Giant Golden Books)
Kathryn Jackson - 1950
This oversize format features Scarry’s earlier, more painterly style and makes a perfect gift. A true holiday treat for Scarry fans!
Baa, Baa, Black Sheep
Jane Cabrera - 2015
But there is a special reward in store for a generous sheep in this story about the joy of giving.For extra fun, follow a winding strand of yarn through the pages of the book. Sheet music is included.
Humpty Dumpty Climbs Again
Dave Horowitz - 2008
The doctor can fix his shell, but how will he get his nerve back? When one of the King's horses gets stuck on a cliff, Humpty has a chance to show the world what a resilient egg he can be. Dave Horowitz creates a wholly original tale and cleverly mixes in lots of beloved nursery rhyme characters in a story that celebrates his love of climbing.
The Night the Monsters Came
Junia Wonders - 2020
But first, they must outwit the hungry monsters that stand in their way — by harnessing the power of hygiene! This delightful picture book will keep children enthralled while teaching healthy habits like washing their hands and brushing their teeth.” –BookbubDo you want to inspire healthy habits in your little one today?Do you want to empower your little one to be brave in a joyful way? Here’s an adorable rhyming read-aloud about hygiene and overcoming fears. Washing hands, brushing teeth, and practicing healthy habits daily have never been this fun! It is bedtime when siblings Jack and Joy receive some unexpected visitors – a bunch of not-too-spooky monsters. Come and join Jack and Joy and find out what the monsters want and, more importantly, how the brave siblings are able to outwit them. With courage, proper hygiene, and a little sprinkle of magic…anything is possible! This playful and engaging children’s picture book delivers equal amounts of shivers and giggles. And with Lisa Ciccone’s wildly imaginative and whimsical illustrations, this might just become a new snuggle time favorite.Read this book together with your little one and delight in the magic of laughter and giggles – a wonderful shared experience for you and your little one to treasure for many years to come.Get your copy of this book Now and inspire your kids to be brave, to wash their hands, brush their teeth, and practice healthy habits starting Today.The Night the Monsters Came is:• Written with expressive rhymes and dialogues to capture young listeners’ attention and imagination.• Entertaining: The book is full of funny rhymes that are sure to elicit plenty of giggles.• Charmingly illustrated with playful characters and not-too-spooky monsters, brimming with expression and humor that small children will love.• An empowering rhyming story that relies on humor, wit, and courage to help kids overcome fear.• Written to encourage and inspire little ones to start and maintain healthy habits and proper hygiene as part of their routine.
The Green Mother Goose: Saving the World One Rhyme at a Time
David R. Davis - 2011
In these delightful “recycled” rhymes, Old Mother Hubbard shops with cloth grocery bags; Old King Coal is a better old soul, working to keep our skies smoke-free; and Hickety, Pickety is now a cage-free hen!Carin Berger's stunning and whimsical eco-friendly collages are created from ticket stubs, newspapers, and other reused items. Key Selling Points:Perfect for Earth Day promotionsThis eco-friendly book is printed on recycled paper with agri-based inks, with art made from creatively recycled materialsAward-winning creative team whose books have appeared on many “Best Children's Books” state lists About the Authors:JAN PECK is the author of many books for young readers, including The Giant Carrot, named to four state master lists and to the Bank Street College “Best Children's Books of the Year” list, among others. Jan lives in FORT WORTH, TEXAS. Learn more at www.janpeck.com. DAVID DAVIS has written more than a dozen picture books. Jazz Cats and Ten Redneck Babies were both named to the Children's Choice Top 100 list. David lives in FORT WORTH, TEXAS. Find out more at www.davidrdavis.com. About the illustratorCARIN BERGER is a designer, illustrator, and author of many acclaimed children's books. Her intricate cut paper collages are made from any scraps and odds and ends that she can find and reuse. Carin divides her time between NEW YORK CITY and rural VERMONT. Find out more at www.carinberger.com.