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This Is the Teacher
Rhonda Gowler Greene - 2004
This is the teacher all ready for school. These are the students who rush through the door and topple the teacher all ready for school. The chaos continues&150and accumulates&150on each spread.An ant farm is tipped over, the birthday boy slips and spills his cupcakes, and then the class hamster escapes. . . . Through it all, the stalwart teacher manages to keep her cool. But, boy, is she ready for bed at the end of the day!
The Jewel Fish of Karnak
Graeme Base - 2011
In a merciful moment, the Pharaoh decides to give the two friends one last chance: they must journey up the River Nile to the temple of Karnak and bring back something that has been taken from her a beautiful and precious Jewel Fish. But she has a warning for the two:“Do not take anything else while you are in Karnak. And know that the Jewel Fish is magical. Be sure it does not get wet.”Jackal and Ibis are not very clever and ignore the Cat Pharaoh's words, taking a few extra treasures for themselves . . . and disaster follows!Book Details:
Format: Hardcover
Publication Date: 9/1/2011
Pages: 32
Reading Level: Age 5 and Up
Never Talk to Strangers (Family Storytime)
Irma Joyce - 1967
Colorful, ’60s-style “psychedelic” artwork and witty, lively rhyme clearly spell out a message about safety that empowers kids, and that has never been more relevant.Irma Joyce wrote many Golden Books during the 1960s.George Buckett was a popular children’s book illustrator during the 1960s.
Armadillo Rodeo
Jan Brett - 1995
Follow that armadillo! Bo leaves his mother and three brothers behind and takes off for a two-stepping, bronco-bucking adventure. Jan Brett turns her considerable talents toward the Texas countryside in this amusing story of an armadillo on his own.
11 Experiments That Failed
Jenny Offill - 2011
Here are 12 "hypotheses," as well as lists of "what you need," "what to do," and "what happened" that are sure to make young readers laugh out loud as they learn how to conduct science experiments (really!). Jenny Offill and Nancy Carpenter—the ingenious pair that brought you 17 Things I'm Not Allowed to Do Anymore—have outdone themselves in this brilliant and outrageously funny book.
The Jolly Mon: Book and Musical CD
Jimmy Buffett - 1988
But these gifts can't save him from treacherous pirates. For that, he will need the help of a very special dolphin.A perfect gift for Jimmy Buffett fans young and old, this beloved tale is now packaged as a hardcover book with a reading by Jimmy Buffett accompanied by an original musical score performed by his lead musicians.Book Details:
Format: Book+CD
Publication Date: 7/1/2006
Pages: 32
Reading Level: Age 4 and Up
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.
Seriously, Cinderella Is SO Annoying!: The Story of Cinderella as Told by the Wicked Stepmother
Trisha Speed Shaskan - 2011
Along with bright, bold illustrations, the bestselling OTHER SIDE OF THE STORY series gives young children a fresh perspective on familiar tales. Read others in this series by acclaimed author Trisha Speed Shaskan, including TRULY, WE BOTH LOVE BEAUTY DEARLY! and HONESTLY, RED RIDING HOOD WAS ROTTEN!
The Butterfly Jar
Jeff Moss - 1989
Jeff Moss, one of the original creators of the award-winning Sesame Street, in collaboration with illustrator Chris Demarest, has created this "offering of upbeat poetry that includes the serious and the silly." -- Booklist.
Disobeying
Joy Berry - 1982
Free download includes songs and read-along with Joy.For Ages 4-7.
I Spy a Dinosaur's Eye
Jean Marzollo - 2003
With rhythm, rhyme, and picture clues, this book is written to support the newest reader.
Harold and the Purple Crayon
Crockett Johnson - 1955
Adventure goes hand in hand with imagination to create this charming classic story.
Imogene's Antlers
David Small - 1985
Imogene, the cook, and the kitchen maid, however, make the best of things, finding unusual uses for Imogene's new horns. Meanwhile, the problem appears to be solved when Imogene awakes the next morning antler-free. But the family (and the reader) are in for a surprise when Imogene comes down to breakfast.
Raggedy Ann and Andy and the Camel With the Wrinkled Knees
Johnny Gruelle - 1923
After taking a magical balloon ride to Fairyland, Raggedy Ann and Andy meet a most unusual doll -- a soft flannel Camel with wrinkled knees. Stolen from his own nursery years earlier, the Camel Joins Raggedy Ann and Andy in their search for Babette. Along they way, they make friends with a tired old horse, travel to the Land of the Loonies, and reunite a little girl with her brother. They also stumble upon a kindly old witch who helps them find and rescue Babette. But things aren't always what they seem and the Raggedys are in for a big surprise. In this exuberant adventure story, readers will learn a very important lesson about understanding and forgiveness. Celebrate the world of Johnny Gruelle with this enchanting Raggedy Ann and Andy storybook. First published in 1924, "Raggedy Ann and Andy and the Camel with the Wrinkled Knees was considered one of the most popular storybooks ever written by Johnny Gruelle. It has been restored to its original condition with glorious full-color artwork. Readers will want to tag long with the Raggedys again and again.