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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.
Spirit: Stallion on the Cimarron (Picture Book)
David Clement-Davies - 2002
Spirit is the leader of a herd of wild mustangs. Rustlers, soldiers, and railroad builders capture and attempt to tame the stallion just as they are taming the land, but the mustang has a determination and a need for freedom that cannot be contained. Through bravery, cunning, and an unexpected friendship with a Native American boy, Spirit finds his way home again.
A Whisper In the Snow
Kate Westerlund - 2018
A lost bear means a sad Christmas for him and for the poor child missing their friend. Together the animals, with a little love, spruce up this shoddy teddy just in time to make a very special Christmas for his lonely owner. This is a heartwarming story about the power of hope, persistence, and finding the way home.
Where's Spot?
Eric Hill - 1980
The simple text and colourful pictures will engage a whole new generation of pre-readers as they lift the picture flaps in search of Spot. A number 1 bestseller since it was first published in 1980, this interactive favourite has stayed in the charts ever since.
Over the Moon: A Collection of First Books: Goodnight Moon, The Runaway Bunny, and My World
Margaret Wise Brown - 2006
This classic of modern children's literature is read and reread to countless children every night worldwide. Goodnight Moon, The Runaway Bunny, and My World together form a wonderful trio of books for any child about to embark on a lifelong love of reading. Take any child Over the Moon.
Don't Paint the Cat: Can there really be too much of a good thing?
Julia Inserro - 2019
But then one day she paints, and she paints, and she paints some more, until she runs out of things to paint. Or does she? Don't Paint the Cat is a silly story about embracing the things we love, but also recognizing that even fun things must have their limits. It also teaches that even mommies can say, "I was wrong."Perfect for kids from 4-9, and parents of all ages.
Albert the Albatross
Syd Hoff - 1961
His adventures on land, on sea and in the air will bring fun and laughter to beginning readers everywhere.
The Singing Bones
Shaun Tan - 2015
Introduced by Grimm Tales author Philip Pullman and leading fairy tale scholar Jack Zipes, The Singing Bones breathes new life into some of the world's most beloved fairy tales.
Stone Soup: A Tale of Cooperation
Mary Rowitz - 1996
Stories to Grow On. Size is 5 by 5 3/4 inches.
When Turtle Grew Feathers: A Tale from the Choctaw Nation
Tim Tingle - 2006
A Native American version of the big race between the turtle and the hare shows that it was not being slow and steady that won turtle the big race.
A Bargain for Frances
Russell Hoban - 1970
Thelma always seems to get Frances into trouble. When she tricks Frances into buying her tea set, it's the last straw. Can Frances show her that it's better to lose a bargain than lose a friend?
The Please and Thank You Book
Barbara Shook Hazen - 1996
A funny first book of manners, in rollicking rhyme!When Wanda Warthog comes over, beware!She leaves a trail everywhere.There’s ink on the sofa, gum on the cat,Modeling clay ground into the mat.This collection of short, snappy poems about grabby gorillas, wild cats, sloppy pigs, sharing bears, and thoughtful elephants will have kids in stitches as they’re reminded how—and how not—to behave!
Clifford's Christmas
Norman Bridwell - 1984
Clifford loves making snowmen, playing ice hockey, and helping out with the tree. But on Christmas Eve, when Santa accidentally drops his bag of toys into Clifford's water bowl, the dog's good heart and Santa's magic make it the best Christmas ever!
Zella, Zack and Zodiac
Bill Peet - 1985
When he grows up Zack returns the favor by saving Zella's young offspring from a lion.