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I Wish I Had a Dinosaur
V. Moua - 2016
Once again, the little red bird has another great idea. This time, he absolutely knows what would make a great pet—a dinosaur! The bird also does a great job at convincing the reader why a particular dinosaur would make the perfect pet. So read along as you and your child will enjoy the adventures and wild imagination of this quirky bird! I Wish I Had a Dinosaur is a book that any child will love, especially at bedtime. Read this children's book FREE as part of your PRIME or Kindle Unlimited membership
The Princess and the Pea (Hans Christian Anderson)
Ronne Randall - 2005
Leplar - this classic story is retold by Ronne Randall and will be a joy for any young child.
Little Bear
Else Holmelund Minarik - 1957
Children will be entranced by Little Bear's trip to the moon, his birthday party, and his wishes and adventures.This is the first of the five classic books about Little Bear, introducing the funny and strikingly childlike bear cub and his friends. The combination of Else Holmelund Minarik's simple, yet eloquent, stories and Maurice Sendak's warm, tender illustrations have made this beloved character an enduring favorite among beginning readers.
The Emperor's New Clothes
Hans Christian Andersen - 1837
This is the imaginative tale of a vain Emperor who is hilariously deceived due to his own vanity and dihonesty.The Emperor, who is swindled by two crooks posing as weavers, is fooled because of his desire to be both handsome and wise.In the end, the naked truth is made known by an innocent child, and the Emperor is exposed as the greatest fool of all.
The Monster at the End of this Book
Jon Stone - 1971
Generations of kids have interacted with lovable, furry old Grover as he begs the reader not to turn the page—for fear of a monster at the end of the book. “Oh, I am so embarrassed,” he says on the last page . . . for, of course, the monster is Grover himself! This all-time favorite is now available as a Big Little Golden Book—perfect for lap-time reading.
The Cat in the Hat and Other Dr. Seuss Favorites
Dr. SeussBilly Crystal - 2003
11 complete stories at a great price!Featuring:The Cat in the Hat read by Kelsey GrammerHorton Hears a Who read by Dustin HoffmanHow the Grinch Stole Christmas read by Walter MatthauDid I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are? read by John CleeseThe Lorax read by Ted DansonYertle the Turtle, Gertrude McFuzz, and The Big Brag read by John LithgowThidwick, the Big-Hearted Moose read by Mercedes McCambridgeHorton Hatches the Egg read by Billy CrystalThe Cat in the Hat Comes Back read by Kelsey Grammer
Happiness Is a Warm Puppy
Charles M. Schulz - 1962
Schulz remains untouched. On every spread there’s a tiny tidbit of wisdom from one of the gang, along with one of Schulz’s irresistible drawings. It’s a trip down memory lane that every Peanuts fan will cherish.
The Case of the Marble Monster and Other Stories
I.G. Edmonds - 1961
These stories are filled with imaginative and moral solutions to each case. In one case, he is called to decide what should be done with a man caught stealing a smell. The stories are creative, the solutions inventive, and the judgements are fair.
Be a Flamingo & Stand Out From the Crowd
Sarah Ford - 2017
She is always the first on the dancefloor and the very last to stop boogying. She has never tried to dress like a Parisian, never followed advice on what not to wear, and certainly has never tried to tone down her natural pinkness; she knows he is perfect just the way she is. And even when life throws Flamingo a curveball, she is always ready to embrace the unknown and jump straight in.A gorgeous little gift book of motivational sayings and hilarious axioms, Be a Flamingo is a perfect pink pick-me-up gift for a friend who needs a confidence boost, or great as an impulse self-purchase when you feel you need to start tooting your own horn a little louder. Because we could all do worse than taking a leaf out of Flamingo's book.
Rikki-Tikki-Tavi
Jerry Pinkney - 1894
Nobel Prize winner Rudyard Kipling's timeless masterpiece has been lovingly passed from one generation of readers to the next. Triumphantly brought to life in stunning watercolors from Caldecott Honor artist Jerry Pinkney, this is a tale that will win the hearts of young and old alike.
Walt Disney's Dumbo (A Little Golden Book)
Walt Disney Company - 1940
With artwork from the 1940s, allof the original charm and beauty of the Disney classic can be found in this vintage book.
My Big Little Golden Book About God
Jane Werner Watson - 1956
A comforting, gentle introduction to the concept of God, it is one of the most beautifully written and illustrated books on the Golden list.
The Red Sky At Night
Jo Thomas - 2015
A sparkling short story from the bestselling author of The Oyster Catcher, available exclusively in ebook.
The Story of Babar
Jean de Brunhoff - 1931
In this classic that has delighted three generations of readers, Babar escapes from the hunter who killed his mother and comes to town. Here, with the help of an old friend, he will learn a lot of new things and one day, once returned to the great forest, he will be acclaimed King of the elephants! A story beautifully told accompanied by fascinating and hilarious illustrations! A must read for kids of any age!