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The Shy Little Kitten
Cathleen Schurr - 1946
The Shy Little Kitten, with illustrations by the renowned Gustaf Tenggren.
The Little Red Hen
Diane Muldrow - 1954
P. Miller's graphic, colorful farm animals seem to jump right off the page--but they aren't jumping to help the Little Red Hen plant her wheat! Young children will learn a valuable lesson about teamwork from this funny, favorite folktale.
The Tailor of Gloucester
Beatrix Potter - 1903
Her passion for the natural world lay behind the creation of her famous series of little books. A particular source of inspiration was the English Lake District where she lived for the last thirty years of her life as a farmer and land conservationist, working with the National Trust.She described The Tailor of Gloucester as her own favourite among her books. It was based on the true story of a tailor who left the unsewn pieces of a coat in his shop and found that the garment had been mysteriously finished for him in the night. It turned out that the real tailor's assistants were his apprentices, but in Beatrix Potter's version of the story the secret helpers are skilful little brown mice.
The Jungle Book
Walt Disney Company - 2003
But what happens when he is told that he must go live in the Man-village? Find out in this Little Golden Book retelling of the classic Disney movie The Jungle Book.
Tawny Scrawny Lion
Kathryn Jackson - 1952
Once there was a tawny scrawny lion who chased monkeys on Monday—kangaroos on Tuesday—zebras on Wednesday—bears on Thursday—camels on Friday—and on Saturday, elephants!So begins the funny, classic Golden story of a family of ten fat rabbits that teaches the hungry lion to eat carrot stew—so that he doesn’t eat them!From the Hardcover edition.
The Color Kittens
Margaret Wise Brown - 1949
. .So goes the rollicking tale of two pouncy kittens who make all the colors in the world. First published more than 50 years ago, this much-requested title is now available as a Little Golden Book Classic, with its original cover!
The Poky Little Puppy
Janette Sebring Lowrey - 1942
Now this curious little puppy is ready to win the hearts and minds of a new generation of kids.
Scuffy the Tugboat
Gertrude Crampton - 1946
But on his daring adventure Scuffy realizes that home is where he’d rather be, sailing in his bathtub. For over 50 years, parents and children have cherished this classic Little Golden Book.
The Little Red Caboose
Marian Potter - 1953
Boys and girls will love the inspiring tale and the colorful illustrations by Tibor Gergely.
The Three Bears
Feodor Rojankovsky - 1948
This classic Little Golden Book edition of the famous folk tale has had many imitators, but none can measure up to the way illustrator Feodor Rojankovsky brought Goldilocks and the three bears to life.
The Bunny Book
Patricia M. Scarry - 1955
But the baby only nibbles on his carrot and looks wise . . . for he knows what he will grow up to be!
Walt Disney's Santa's Toy Shop (A Little Golden Book Classic)
Al Dempster - 1950
In this delightful story, Santa wants time to play with all the wonderful toys he and the elves have made, but he’s just too busy–until Mrs. Claus gives him an idea! Disney animator Al Dempster and the Walt Disney Studio artists created a holiday classic now reissued as a Little Golden Book.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Barbara Shook Hazen - 1939
Pictorial cover with Rudolph lighting the way for the sleigh with his wonderful nose.
Thumbelina
Hans Christian Andersen - 1835
Soon after being born from a fiery red flower, Thumbelina is kidnapped from home and pursued by many suitors, including a horrible toad, a bumbling beetle, and a grumpy mole--until the plucky heroine finds a true love who fits her just right. Sneed's rich, detailed watercolors are a true standout, illustrating the animals and natural world with remarkable realism and vibrancy. The story, lighthearted and lively, has a simple text that keeps the elegant flavor of the original tale, yet is perfect for a picture book audience. Brad Sneed's fresh look at a well-loved fairy tale is simply sumptuous!
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.