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A Fly Went By
Mike McClintock - 1958
A fly went by, followed by a frog, who's chased by a cat, who's chased by a dog and a host of other frantic characters, in a humorous cumulative tale.
I Love You, Mommy
Edie Evans - 1999
Lovingly illustrated scenes show moms and kids cheering at a ball game, exploring in a museum, and playing games at home.
Big John: The Life Story of John Gokongwei Jr.
Yvette Fernandez - 2011
They include brands such as Chippy, C2, Maxx, Cloud 9, Payless instant noodles, Great Tast coffee, Cebu Pacific, Robinson's Department stores and malls, and YES! magazine.But Big John didn't always have money. Many years ago he was little John with no money at all.This is the story of how a young boy learned the value of dreaming big, working hard, and never giving up.
My Name is Elmo
Constance Allen - 1993
Just right for toddlers, Junior Jellybean Books feature simple stories and pictures, sing-song text, and beginning concepts, guaranteed to nurture a lifelong love of reading.
A Harry The Dirty Dog Treasury: Three Stories
Gene Zion - 1956
Children will love Harry's bath time adventure in Harry the Dirty Dog. He's run away from home and gotten into a very muddy situation that actually changes his spots! Will his family ever recognize him? Ever get a present you didn't like? In No Roses for Harry, Harry receives a birthday present from Grandma -- a woolen sweater with roses all over it! He tries to lose it desperately and one day, he succeeds (with the help of a little bird). But Grandma is coming to visit. Now what? Find out in this uproarious caper. Finally, Harry By the Sea finds Harry "lost at the beach." He's wandered from his family, become caught in a huge wave. Covered in seaweed, he's mistaken for a strange sea monster! Will he ever find his family and be ordinary Harry the Dog again? Ages 3 to 8.
Dance at Grandpa's
Laura Ingalls Wilder - 1994
Laura Ingalls Wilder's classic books, illustrated with Garth Williams' timeless artwork, have been cherished by millions of readers ever since they were first published over sixty years ago.
The Lady and the Lion: A Brothers Grimm Tale
Jacqueline K. Ogburn - 2003
She fears for her life, but finds kindness rather than danger there, for the lion by day is a gentle young man by night-a prince under the spell of a wicked enchantress. Soon the lady and the lion fall in love. Unlike the more familiar tale, however, this story has only just begun. The prince is not yet safe from the enchantress, and it will take all of the lady's strength and courage, through a seven-year quest, to rescue him. Dazzlingly romantic and visually magnificent, this is a book for the ages-an exhilarating tale of virtue, heroism, and the power of love. Illustrated by Laurel Long.
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.
The Princess Knight
Cornelia Funke - 2001
But she wants to be a knight. At night, she practises at becoming the best knight in the land. When her father, the king, stages a tournament for Violetta's hand in marriage, she knows she must win the greatest battle yet, for the most important prize of all - herself.
Curious George Rides a Bike
H.A. Rey - 1952
He does tricks, he helps the paper boy with his round and then he sees a river... and George is curious. And that's when his exciting adventure begins.
The Frog Prince (We Both Read - Level 1-2)
Sindy McKay - 1812
This delightful adaptation shows the meaning of true friendship and the importance of keeping promises.
A Child's Book of Art: Great Pictures First Words
Lucy Micklethwait - 1993
More than 100 paintings are exquisitely reproduced to illustrate a child's first words. Beautiful paintings and prints illustrate concepts such as numbers, shapes, and opposites, as well as categories such as animals and transportation. As a child looks at a blue Monet sea or a red room by Matisse, he or she will learn about color as well as enjoy a painting. By becoming familiar with the pictures in this book, children will take the first step toward art appreciation.
Where the Wild Things Are
Maurice Sendak - 1963
In his room, he imagines sailing far away to a land of Wild Things. Instead of eating him, the Wild Things make Max their king.
Five Minutes' Peace
Jill Murphy - 1986
Large wants is five minutes' peace from her energetic children, but chaos follows her all the way from the kitchen to the bath and back again.
Three Samurai Cats: A Story from Japan
Eric A. Kimmel - 2004
Humorous, finely detailed pen-and-ink illustrations bring this timeless tale to life.