Introduces the concepts of floating and sinking by following a fictional captain on the high seas who wonders why his boat floats and his treasure sinks.
"Zeke can't wait for his cousin Sam to arrive for a visit. But once Sam arrives, Zeke quickly tires of his guest's constant bragging and sucking up. Is Sam really perfect or is he just a big phony?"
Henry helps take care of his baby sister by bringing clean diapers to his mother when it is time for a change, getting her hat when it is time for a walk, and singing her a lullaby when she is sleepy.
If I were a veterinarian, I would help sick animals get well. I would give shots, bandage wings, and remove swallowed toys. I would care for all sorts of animals, maybe even tigers! Dream big, and see
Presents an illustrated version of the traditional song along with some discussion of its folk origins. Includes music and instructions for a musical banjo box.
"Zeke wants to bring home the class guinea pig, Poopster, but his mom insists he's not responsible enough. To prove he can handle it, he promises to take care of the family dog, Waggles, for a whole w
Zeke's third grade class is putting on a play and Zeke is unhappy and annoyed with what he sees as too small a role--until his mother teaches him the meaning of the saying "there are no small parts, o
Introduces basic shapes and illustrates how they can be found in everyday things, including such items as a breakfast bowl, backpack, kite, and a lemon wedge.
When Zeke's birthday party falls near Grace Chang's and Owen Leech's big bashes, he decides to cancel his party. After all, even he would rather go to their over-the-top parties than his simple celebr
If I were a movie star, I would jet to places around the world. I would wear fancy costumes and get my hair and make-up done. I would make audiences laugh and cry. Dream big, and see what fun it is to
"Emma and Owen visit Old Oak at the park. It is autumn, and the leaves are falling from the trees. Only one leaf is left. Will it fall, too?"--P. [4] of cover.
"Emma and Owen visit Old Oak at the park. It is spring, and all the living things are busy. Rachel the robin builds a nest. Will Emma and Owen see the baby robins?"--P. [4] of cover.
Emma and Owen celebrate summer by going to the playground to investigate the new equipment, and while they are there they learn about summer from their friend Old Oak.
