Avi charts the turning points in seven young lives in this extraordinary collection of short stories.In the overlapping years when childhood and adolescence blend and shift like waves and sand, nothin
Introduce young naturalists to the mysterious high tide of the horseshoe crabs.One June night, under the full moon, Daniel’s mother wakes him up to see the extraordinary sight of horseshoe crabs spawn
From a wiggle of their shoulders to a stomp of their feet, a group of lovable toddlers joyfully explores the many ways to use their bodies. Lips can be made small for kissing, while arms can go up and
One good turn deserves another - and another - in this universal tale about the contagiousness of being kind.Hen gives Pig an unexpected present. "How kind!" says Pig. Pig is so touched, in fact, that
With spare, sure strokes evoking the customs and language of Thailand, the acclaimed author of THE GOLD-THREADED DRESS tells the graceful tale of a young artist’s coming of age."Your trembling is good
In the spirit of ANNE OF GREEN GABLES comes this delightful turn-of-the-century journal of a feisty, imaginative young girl who is finding her voice and the courage to make it heard.It’s the year 1901
The simple language and vibrant colors of Lucy Cousins’s beloved NOAH'S ARK breathe fresh life into a timeless story that has never failed to fascinate children. Now, with this new board book edition,
True stories and traditional songs shed light on a lesser known era in African-American history - the crucial decades between Emancipation and the start of the Civil Rights movement.In the dark of nig
Sure to charm children and collectors alike, this artful alphabet book promises a new discovery each time one opens its whimsy-filled pages."A" is for the amazing abundance of art in this addictive al
For true believers only, a lavishly illustrated reproduction of a legendary volume by the world’s most distinguished dragonologist. Don’t let it fall into the wrong hands!Do you believe in dragons? No
With a simple, witty story and free-spirited illustrations, Peter H. Reynolds entices even the stubbornly uncreative among us to make a mark - and follow where it takes us.Her teacher smiled. "Just ma
The critically acclaimed Charlie and Lola books -- now an animated series on television! Lola is a fussy eater. A very fussy eater. She won’t eat her carrots (until her brother Charlie reveals that th
WINNER OF THE NEWBERY MEDAL!Kate DiCamillo introduces a hero for all time!Welcome to the story of Despereaux Tilling, a mouse who is in love with music, stories, and a princess named Pea. It is also t
"Hest simply and faithfully holds a mirror to the milestone event for millions of turn-of-the-century immigrants."— PUBLISHERS WEEKLY (starred review)When a young girl from a poor eastern European vil
The award-winning Wilborn Hampton recounts one horrifying day in history through the eyes of several who experienced it firsthand.A blind man and his dog struggling to escape from the burning North To
Hands can do all kinds of things! A rhyming text with eye-catching color photos offers just the encouragement young children need to explore their world - hands on.Hands can hold things.Hands can mold
The acclaimed creators of CATHERINE AND LAURENCE ANHOLT'S BIG BOOK OF FAMILIES take an affectionate, amusing look at the everyday world of little (and not so little) children.What are babies like? How
"The author of BABE, THE GALLANT PIG offers another winner with this tale of a bright pig and her canny young keeper ‘training’ a spoiled princess. . . . Move over, Wilbur."— KIRKUS REVIEWS (starred r
"Not many, if any, children’s books on the Middle Ages and castles contain the wealth of information found in this fresh, appealing offering." - SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL (starred review)What was it real
"Students who are wild about penguins and classrooms doing units on them will find THE EMPEROR'S EGG an action-packed read." - SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNALCan you imagine spending the winter outdoors in Ant
"Part picture book for pleasure reading . . . and part practical how-to, this dramatic account is the next best thing to setting up a hatchery of your own." - FAMILY FUNWhen a mother brings her daught
"Perfect for reading aloud, this counting book not only contains bright bold illustrations but also has lots of . . . sound effects that children will love to replicate."— BooklistDown by the marsh,by
Haunting and deeply moving - a beautifully illustrated, fictionalized account of a formative time in the life of the teenage girl who wrote our most enduring horror story.Long before Mary Shelley publ
Do you believe in fairies? How about high fashion? Enter the exquisite world of fairie fashion - where feathered hats are designed for maximum lift, oak leaf jackets boast ample wing vents, and flower
An adorable bear joins a classic read-aloud for an adventure little hunters will love!Imagine the fun of going on a bear hunt-through tall, wavy grass (SWISHY SWISHY!); swampy mud (SQUELCH SQUELCH!);
Fabulous facts about nature's most devoted dad, in an utterly charming picture book.Can you imagine spending the winter outdoors in Antarctica without anything to eat? That’s just what the male Empero
Young readers will welcome this exciting opportunity to be a part of the pack.Walk with a wolf . . . as she hunts alone, howls to her pack, and greets her cubs and mate. Hunt with the pack as it follo
In paperback for the first time! The elusive little guy you loved as a kid has ventured into an affordable new format, ready to boggle a new generationl. Now he's easier to carry around -- but just as
From the creator of the best-selling TODDLEROBICS comes an exuberant collection of more than fifty favorite action songs and rhymes.Are you ready for a hand-clapping, finger-snapping, jumping-up-and-d
WESLANDIA honors the misfits—and the creators—among us.Enter the witty, intriguing world of Weslandia! Now that school is over, Wesley needs a summer project. He’s learned that each civilization needs
Piggy's activities with Dad include playing with a ball, finding that Piggy has drunk all the lemonade he was trying to sell, having a water balloon fight, and sledding.
Follow a goggle-eyed octopus as she jets through the shadows, tentacles flying behind her. Finally she finds a well-hidden den in which to lay her eggs, which will dangle from the roof like grapes on
From a wiggle of their shoulders to a stomp of their feet, a group of lovable toddlers joyfully explores the many ways to use their bodies. Lips can be made small for kissing, while arms can go up and
For Maisy, even cleaning up can be fun - if you have a friend stop by to help. In MAISY CLEANS UP, Charley smells something delicious in Maisy’s kitchen but has to wait until the floor is dry. Time pa
The award-winning companion to Volume One of WHEN I WAS YOUR AGE--now in paperback "Tell me a story of when you were little," children everywhere love to ask. In this acclaimed collection, ten award-w
Baby Duck faces blanket separation in this heartwarming, touch-and-feel tale for the youngest of readers.Poor Baby Duck! Her cozy blanket needs washing, and that means spending the day without it. In
The HISTORY NEWS--perfectly packaged! The award-winning History News series presents history in a unique, kid-friendly format that's as accessible as the morning newspaper. And now, with these new edi
Morning is a busy time on Maisy's farm. In MAISY'S MORNING ON THE FARM, there are chickens and pigs to feed, and the cow to milk. After the chores are finished, there's just one more thing to do—eat a
In DOCTOR MAISY, Maisy and Tallulah play hospital. Poor Panda is sick, but feels much better with Doctor Maisy in charge. When it’s Maisy’s turn to need help, Nurse Tallulah comes to the rescue!Doctor
