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Happy Animals
Gerald Hawksley - 2011
One, two, three.A book of happy animal pictures with simple rhyming text, and a happy ending!
And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street
Dr. Seuss - 1937
A plain horse and wagon on Mulberry Street grows into a story that no one can beat! In this tale, Young Marco allows his imagination to run riot as he travels home from school one day, to the extent that a horse and cart is soon transformed into a chaotic carnival of colourful creatures in his own mind.
When I Wake Up
Joanna Liu - 2016
that is, until her curiosity takes over and the magic of imagination begins. This delightful bedtime story, with a fun rhythm and whimsical illustrations, is the perfect way for winding down the day and getting ready for sleep.
Not Just a Princess
Mary Lee - 2010
She has lots of fun playing pirate, having tea with a mermaid and flying with rainbow-swans. In this adventure filled story, a girl has no limits on what she can be.
Cedric The Shark...Gets Toothache!
Kay Carter - 2013
Cedric loves candy, lollies and toffees. But what happens when he gets greedy? Can his friend Billy the sea lion help him out? A visit to Mary puts things right and Cedric learns a sound lesson.All Kay Carter's pre-school children's picture books contain the magical story world of cartoon friends and their adventures while growing up. A favorite Bedtime Story for children and adults alike. Don't Miss Out On The Other Books In This Series. Click my Author name above. Suited to ages 2-6 years old but will often remain a favorite once children start reading for themselves. Scroll back up and add to cart today!Click the 'Look Inside' feature before you buy to take a sneak peek!Amazon Prime Members - Borrow a copy now FREE! The Bedtime Stories for Children Series eBook Categories:- Children's Picture Books- Pre-school Children's Book - Bedtime Stories For Children- Rhyming Picture Books- Children's Books- Stories in Verse
The Bad Seed
Jory John - 2017
A baaaaaaaaaad seed. How bad? Do you really want to know? He has a bad temper, bad manners, and a bad attitude. He’s been bad since he can remember! This seed cuts in line every time, stares at everybody and never listens. But what happens when one mischievous little seed changes his mind about himself, and decides that he wants to be—happy?With Jory John’s charming and endearing text and bold expressive illustrations by Pete Oswald, here is The Bad Seed: a funny yet touching tale that reminds us of the remarkably transformative power of will, acceptance, and just being you. Perfect for readers young and old, The Bad Seed proves that positive change is possible for each and every one of us.
Blank Space: A story in concrete poetry for striving readers
Beth Bacon - 2018
This book's elegant design, lyrical language, and abundant white space offer striving readers lots of time to co-create the story. Blank Space by Beth Bacon is a simple yet powerful exploration of the act of reading. The story asks, where exactly does reading happen? It happens somewhere between the words on the page and the reader’s heart and mind. The themes in this easy-to-read story can aid teachers, parents, reading specialists, and librarians in sparking discussions on reading strategies. Children who are reluctant to read will see themselves in this hi-lo book for intermediate readers. Like Beth Bacon’s other books, I Hate Reading, The Book No One Wants To Read, and The Worst Book Ever, this book validates the experience of today’s striving readers.
How to Catch a Star
Oliver Jeffers - 2004
So much so that he decided to catch one of his very own. But how? Waiting for them to grow tired from being up in the sky all night doesn't work. Climbing to the top of the tallest tree? No, not tall enough. The boy has a rocket ship . . . but it is made of paper and doesn't fly well at all. Finally, just when the boy is ready to give up, he learns that sometimes things aren't where, or what, we expect them to be. First-time author/illustrator Oliver Jeffers offers a simple, childlike tale of reaching for the stars, and emerging with a friend.
Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug
Jonathan Stutzman - 2019
Meet Tiny, a diminutive but determined T-Rex in a big world, as he embraces all obstacles against him in his quest to learn how to hug.
Bo the Bat
Alma Hammond - 2019
Reading level 1 to 2 Celebrates differences in others and respect for nature Learn the true story about the misunderstood bat Fun Facts about real bats; includes disclaimer that you should not touch them Pages to color in the back Free ebook with paperback purchase.
Mama Loves You Always
Lindsey Coker Luckey - 2020
Take your child on a journey about a mother’s love in this sweet, touching children’s picture book filled with beautiful watercolor illustrations and warm and engaging rhymes that speak to the power of a mother’s love and explain to children in terms that they understand just how immense that love is.Written for children of any age, this beautifully illustrated book will inspire, comfort, and make a young heart sing with joy and love.
The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish
Neil Gaiman - 1997
"Oh-oh," said my little sister.What if you wanted your best friend's two goldfish so much that you'd swap anything for them, even your father?What if your mother came home and found out what you'd done?The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish is a hilarious adventure and was the first book for younger readers from the acclaimed author and illustrator of the New York Times best-sellers The Wolves in the Walls and Coraline. Chosen as one of Newsweek magazine's Best Children's Books of the Year, The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish is beloved by readers of all ages. This new edition features brand-new jacket art and an afterword by the author on the origins of this unique and wonderfully funny story.
Narwhal: Unicorn of the Sea
Ben Clanton - 2016
Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do they love waffles, parties and adventures. Join Narwhal and Jelly as they discover the whole wide ocean together.