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The Christmas Story


Jane Werner Watson - 1952
    This simple but poetic text brings to life the story of Jesus' birth in a stable in Bethlehem. First published in 1952, this Little Golden Book adaption of the Christmas story was illustrated by beloved artist Eloise Wilkin. This classic picture book retelling of the Christmas story is a perfect gift for the holidays.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer


Barbara Shook Hazen - 1939
    Pictorial cover with Rudolph lighting the way for the sleigh with his wonderful nose.

The Littlest Christmas Elf


Nancy Buss - 1987
    The newly-arrived and littlest elf at the North Pole feels lonely, fearful, and too small to do anything, until he is befriended by a kind old elf named Nicholas.

Disney Pixar Finding Nemo (a Little Golden Book)


Victoria Saxon - 2003
    This Little Golden Book retells Disney/Pixar's newest film, Finding Nemo.

Ike's Incredible Ink


Brianne Farley - 2013
    An incredible story. But he's not sure what to write about. Maybe he should clean his room first. Or find his favorite pen. And, oh! He'll need the right ink!Ike's journey to find the perfect ink becomes his very own unique story to tell. Ike's Incredible Ink is the perfect book for anyone, child or adult, who is contemplating a creative journey of his or her own--and who may be doing a little procrastinating along the way.

The Biggest, Most Beautiful Christmas Tree


Amye Rosenberg - 1985
    Residents of a great fir tree in a thick forest make their home noticeable in hopes that Santa will come for his first visit to them.

Splat the Cat: Where's the Easter Bunny? (Splat the Cat)


Rob Scotton - 2011
    A really big Easter egg, of course!But where is the Easter Bunny? Do you know?

Walt Disney's Pinocchio (A Little Golden Book Classic)


Steffi Fletcher - 1940
    The beautiful, vintage illustrations in this Little Golden Book retelling will charm children and collectors alike.

Disney's The Little Mermaid


Michael Teitelbaum - 1989
    She even falls in love with a human named Prince Eric But will the Little Mermaid remain with the prince of her dreams without losing everything she loves?

The Secret Life of Pets (Secret Life of Pets)


Dennis R. Shealy - 2016
    It's perfect for boys and girls ages 2 to 5!

The Twelve Days of Christmas


Jan Brett - 1986
    A Christmas carol, a parlor game, and a delightful counting song-The Twelve Days of Christmas- is indeed a favorite of the holiday season. In this book, sumptuously illustrated by Jan Brett, all the splendid images of The Twelve Days of Christmas come joyously alive. Look closely and you'll see not only the extravagant gifts given by a suitor to his lady, but a love story, a family's busy Christmas preparations, "Merry Christmas" in eleven languages, and a veritable menagerie of charming creatures. Jan Brett's exquisitely detailed illustrations so rich in traditional folk motifs, make this book a visual treat to be enjoyed over and over again.

Stuck in the Mud


Shana Corey - 2009
    Based on the new Thomas & Friends direct-to-DVD movie, Hero of the Rails, this Step 1 leveled reader will introduce children to reading—and the exciting world of Thomas and his friends!

Cookie Monster and the Cookie Tree


David Korr - 1977
    Can Cookie Monster learn to share, or will the cookies forever be out of his reach?

Pooh Winnie the Pooh and the Honey Tree (A Little Golden Book)


Mary Packard - 1995
    Winnie the Pooh, the honey loving silly old bear attempts to get honey from a bee tree, so after climbing the tree didn't work, he borrows Christopher Robin's balloon, dunks himself in mud and floats to the top of the honey tree incognito as a little black rain cloud.

The Little Red Caboose


Marian Potter - 1953
    Boys and girls will love the inspiring tale and the colorful illustrations by Tibor Gergely.