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Penguin and Pinecone
Salina Yoon - 2012
When curious Penguin finds a lost pinecone in the snow, their friendship grows into something extraordinary!
Angelina's Christmas
Katharine Holabird - 1986
Bell all alone at Christmastime, she decides to bring him some holiday cheer. Cousin Henry doesn't want to help—until he finds that there's a real Santa Claus living in their town! With festive sparkly foil on the jacket and a heartwarming story, this book is perfect for holiday giving.
Pete the Cat's 12 Groovy Days of Christmas
Kimberly Dean - 2018
He adds a cool-cat spin on a well-known Christmas carol, bringing a hip and energetic spirit to the season.This is a perfect Christmas gift for Pete the Cat fans who are eagerly awaiting Santa’s arrival.Plus, don't miss Pete’s other spin on a holiday classic, Pete the Cat Saves Christmas.And Pete’s other groovy guides,
Pete the Cat’s Groovy Guide to Life,
Pete the Cat’s Groovy Guide to Love, and
Pete the Cat’s Groovy Guide to Kindness!
The Tomten
Astrid Lindgren - 1960
No one knows when he came to the farm, no one has ever seen him, but everyone knows it is the troll Tomten who walks about the lonely old farmhouse on a winter's night, talking to all the animals and reminding them of the promise of Spring.Adapted by Astrid Lindgren from a poem by Viktor Rydberg
The Crayons' Book of Numbers
Drew Daywalt - 2016
2... purple?... in this charming book of numbers from the creators of the #1 New York Times Best Sellers, The Day the Crayons Quit and The Day the Crayons Came Home.Poor Duncan can't catch a break! First, his crayons go on strike. Then, they come back home. Now his favorite colors are missing once again! Can you count up all the crayons that are missing from his box?From the creative minds behind the The Day the Crayons Quit and The Day the Crayons Came Home comes a colorful board book introducing young readers to numbers.
Vegetables in Underwear
Jared Chapman - 2015
The unexpectedness of vegetables in their unmentionables is enough to draw giggles, but the pride with which the “big kid” attire is flaunted in front of the baby carrots in diapers will tickle readers of all ages. With rhyming text that begs to be chanted aloud and art that looks good enough to eat, this vibrant story will encourage preschoolers to celebrate having left those diapers behind!
The Library Gingerbread Man
Dotti Enderle - 2010
Abraham Lincoln, Harriet Tubman, and Amelia Earhart tried to stop him. "Stop! Stop, Gingerbread Man! You're a long way from home."The Gingerbread Man sped around them. "Run, run, as fast as you can. You can't catch me, I'm the Gingerbread Man! I ran away from the librarian, a Word Wizard, a giraffe, a robot, a paper bird, and a jokester, and I can run away from you, too."Even Jesse Owens, a record-breaking Olympic runner, couldn't keep up.
Footprints in the Snow
Mei Matsuoka - 2007
But will his wolfish instincts get the better of him after all?Author/illustrator Mei Matsuoka's simple yet sophisticated art imbues Wolf's story of searching for a friend with wry humor and subtle wit.
Mouse's First Halloween
Lauren Thompson - 2000
He hears bats flying, leaves falling, and children singing, "Trick or Treat!" What can it mean? Find the answer in this sturdy board book edition of the best-selling picture book.
The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything
Linda Williams - 1986
Once upon a time, there was a little old lady who was not afraid of anything! But one autumn night, while walking in the woods, the little old lady heard...clomp, clomp, shake, shake, clap, clap.And the little old lady who was not afraid of anything had the scare of her life! With bouncy refrains and classic art, this timeless Halloween story is perfect for reading aloud.
A Time to Keep
Tasha Tudor - 1977
There were homemade valentines and Easter eggs, Fourth of July picnics and family birthdays. Thanksgiving brought visits from relatives—so many, the children had to sleep in the barn! And finally, there was Christmas, the best of all “times to keep,” with handmade presents, an Advent calendar, and a “beautiful tree in a shine of candles.” Month by month, Tasha Tudor’s delicate illustrations bring to life the holidays of an earlier time. A warm-hearted celebration of family and tradition, this treasury of “times to keep” will be cherished and enjoyed all year long.
Grumpy Dinosaur
Michael Gordon - 2017
Boy has a friend Dinosaur. Dinosaurs represent all the kids: when they want something, they go out and get it. Let’s be honest the Dino is having an ugly tantrum. Dinosaur battles against his friends, food and even grown-ups. Warning: Cuteness Overload! This book contains illustrations of cute monster. Lots of them. Enjoy these little sweeties, perfect alongside beautiful rhymes.
The Tailor of Gloucester
Beatrix Potter - 1903
Her passion for the natural world lay behind the creation of her famous series of little books. A particular source of inspiration was the English Lake District where she lived for the last thirty years of her life as a farmer and land conservationist, working with the National Trust.She described The Tailor of Gloucester as her own favourite among her books. It was based on the true story of a tailor who left the unsewn pieces of a coat in his shop and found that the garment had been mysteriously finished for him in the night. It turned out that the real tailor's assistants were his apprentices, but in Beatrix Potter's version of the story the secret helpers are skilful little brown mice.
Red and Lulu
Matt Tavares - 2017
Red and Lulu make their nest in a particularly beautiful evergreen tree. It shades them in the hot months and keeps them cozy in the cold months, and once a year the people who live nearby string lights on their tree and sing a special song: O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree. But one day, something unthinkable happens, and Red and Lulu are separated. It will take a miracle for them to find each another again. Luckily, it's just the season for miracles. . . . From Matt Tavares comes a heart-tugging story combining the cheer of Christmas, the magic of New York City, and the real meaning of the holiday season: how important it is to be surrounded by love.
Miss Suzy
Miriam Young - 1964
Poor Miss Suzy is very sad. But soon she finds a beautiful dollhouse and meets a band of brave toy soldiers. How Miss Suzy and the soldiers help each other makes a gentle, old-fashioned tale that will capture the imagination of girls and boys alike. Enchanting illustrations by Caldecott Medal winner Arnold Lobel are sure to make the kind squirrel and the gallant soldiers the everlasting friends of all who turn the pages.