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Good Masters! Sweet Ladies!: Voices from a Medieval Village


Laura Amy Schlitz - 2007
     Hugo, the lord’s nephew, proves his manhood by hunting a wild boar. Sharp-tongued Nelly supports her family by selling live eels. Peasant Mogg gets a clever lesson in how to save a cow from a greedy landlord. Barbary slings mud on noble Jack. Alice is the singing shepherdess. And many more . . . .

Uncle Arthur's Bedtime Stories Volume One


Arthur S. Maxwell - 1923
    

Noah's Ark


Jerry Pinkney - 2002
    Only Noah had been warned by God of the great floodand only Noah could save life on earth. This powerful story of salvation has fascinated people of all ages for centuries. Now, four-time Caldecott Honor-recipient Jerry Pinkney captures all the courage, drama, and beauty of this ancient parable in rich, glorious paintings. Full of sensitive detail and emotion, his art brings new life and meaning to an important message of peace. This elegant edition of Noah's Ark promises to give readers strength and hope for many years to come.

The Complete Illustrated Children's Bible


Harvest House Publishers - 2014
    With nearly 300 beautiful two-page illustrations to capture even the youngest child's imagination and heart, this vast collection of the Bible's most-loved stories is just right for sharing together or reading alone throughout the day.The Complete Illustrated Children's Bible is the perfect picture and storybook for young ones and an ideal first reader your children will treasure.

Snotty Crocky


Gary Lucas - 2010
    Despairing from the relentless teasing Crocky enlists the help of a local witch doctor who has an ingenious plan to deal with the monkey menace.A disgustingly funny story, Snotty Crocky is both hilarious and simple in its execution of a tale about standing up to bullies.A combination of read-along-verse by Papa G (Pedro The Ugliest Dog In The World) and illustrations by Carlos Patino which perfectly capture the humour of the story, Snotty Crocky is an excellent picture book for children to read along with their parents.

Bagels from Benny


Aubrey Davis - 2003
    When Grandpa explains to Benny that God, not him, should be thanked for the wonderful bagels, Benny sets out to do just that. He decides to leave God a bagful of bagels in the synagogue at the end of each week. And each week God eats the bagels --- or so Benny thinks ... Lovingly told, Bagels from Benny explores the values of caring and sharing, building a strong sense of community and finding joy in giving thanks.

Which Way is My Home?


John G. Pedicini - 1991
    An Ivory seagull loses his Arctic home when his iceberg melts. He meets a friendly snail, Poco, who helps him on his journey to find a new home. But, the seagull is afraid of the world and cannot find a home. He moves slow and cannot keep up with the other Ivory seagulls, earning him the nickname, "Slow Moe". As a result, the other seagulls shun him and force him off the docks. When Slow Moe crash-lands in a dark forest, he encounters a lost group of children and their puppy. However, a hungry pack of coyotes are lurking in the darkness. Can the group escape danger and find their way home? Can they rescue their puppy who was taken by the coyotes ? And who will lead them through the darkness ? Slow Moe learns the most important lesson. He discovers that his real home is among his friends.The story is an action-packed adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat waiting to read the next page. Stunning, colorful, and detailed graphics will make you feel as if you are in the forest with the group.

Frozen 2 Big Golden Book (Disney Frozen 2)


Bill Scollon - 2019
    Kristen Bell, Josh Gad, Idina Menzel, and Jonathan Groff are reprising their roles in an all-new story. This hardcover Big Golden Book based on Disney Frozen 2 is perfect for girls and boys ages 3 to 7.

Dear Dragon


Josh Funk - 2016
    There’s just one thing that the two friends don’t know: George is a human, while Blaise is a dragon! What will happen when these pen pals finally meet face-to-face?

The Yankee at the Seder


Elka Weber - 2009
    Ten-year-old Jacob would give anything to show those Yankees that not all Confederates are ready to surrender.He gets his chance when he sees a real, live Yankee soldier walking down his street, on leave for Passover. But before Jacob can think of a way to be brave, the Yankee asks him for a piece of his matzoh. This true story about a Jewish Yankee soldier joining a Southern family’s Passover meal shows how common values can overcome even the most divisive differences. Gathered around the seder table, the group discusses what it means to be free--a subject as relevant today as it was during the War between the States and during the Exodus.

Brown Sugar Babe


Charlotte Watson Sherman - 2020
    But so many beautiful things in the world are brown -- calming beaches, cute animals, elegant violins, and more. Brown is musical. Brown is athletic. Brown is poetic. Brown is powerful!

Books for Kids: Goodnight, Monster!


Chloe Sanders - 2017
    The only one problem that a monster lives in his bathroom and boy’s afraid to go there. Mom suggests that monster can be lonely and scared too. Ben meets a new friend with joy and kindness. He tries to teach the monster some manners and proper bedtime routine. Full-color professional illustrations with funny scenes Simple everyday lessons in an easy to understand manner Perfect bedtime rhyming lines that keep your kids interested Here's what readers are already saying about the colorful, funny and valuable book: "A very fun, well drawn, and colorful book with cute main characters. Very easy to enjoy and highly recommended." -- Bonnie "Love the Monster books as does my 4-year-old. My son felt like the book was written just for him." --Kristina . "This is a sweet book with great lessons! We will read this book many times more." -- Deborah You and your children are going to love this book. Scroll to the top of the page and select the buy button right now.

The Chanukkah Guest


Eric A. Kimmel - 1988
    Almost blind and deaf, a woman mistakes a visiting bear for a rabbi.

Not a Nickel to Spare: The Great Depression Diary of Sally Cohen


Perry Nodelman - 2007
    And her cousin Benny is always getting into scrapes Sally has to try to get him out of. Sally must find the strength and learn to cope with the world around her.

The Santa Claus Book


Alden PerkesVicki Hughes - 1982
    Nick's annual rounds.