Walking sticks are among the world's most fascinating insects. And one many children can find right in their backyards! With a simple story, perfect for read-alouds, and colorful illustrations, this s
Walking sticks are among the world's most fascinating insects. And one many children can find right in their backyards! With a simple story, perfect for read-alouds, and colorful illustrations, this s
From the author-illustrator team that created Grandma Loves You! and Grandma's Christmas Wish comes a touching story just for Grandpa and grandchild. Told in charming verse with the signature bunny ch
Follows Nobel's life from his invention of dynamite and subsequent wealth to his sadness at the explosive's destructive power and decision to create yearly prizes for those who have rendered the great
"An A through Z picture book introducing royalty from around the world, both real and make-believe. Topics such as Aurora, emperor, Grace Kelly, Princess, Ka'iulani, King Arthur, nobility, and tiara a
An introduction to camping from A to Z using poetry, prose, and illustrations includes information on beach camping, canyons, foliage, camping gear, John Muir, Juliette Gordon Low, and more. By the au
This magical alphabet book brings to life the rich tradition, culture, history, lore, and legend of New Mexico, from the ancient Aztec and early Spanish explorers to modern day nuclear energy research
When Finn and her dog Skeeter set out on a hike to cure their restlessness, they encounter some scat and tracks left by a variety of woodland creatures, in a rhyming nature guide.
From its achievements in arhitecture, and literature, the country of France has had a profound impact on the world. E is for Eiffel Tower: A France Alphabet explores its venerable history and cultural
Explores the fascinating state of Maryland--a place filled with diverse cultures and traditions--that is home to the largest estuary in the United States, the U.S. Naval Academy, and Muddy Creek Falls
From an early age in Glasgow, Scotland, June Almeida loved learning about science and nature. A good student, she was especially interested in biology and won the top science prize at her school. Crea
From "Mary, Mary, Tall and Scary" to "Wee Willie Werewolf," this collection of classic nursery rhymes turned on their heads will give readers the chills--and a serious case of belly laughs. With cleve
In this multicultural travelogue through each of the 24 time zones, young readers are invited to travel the world and experience all the people, places, and things that exist on our planet right now.
Tutus and leotards, pointe shoes and ribbions, stretching exercises at the barre--these are all familiar images when one is thinking of ballet. But there's much more to this historic dance form than p
Poetic puzzles are perfectly paired with dual photos of Minnesota scenery and landmarks to acquaint beginning readers with the great state of Minnesota and its wonders. By the author of V Is for Vikin
Illustrated excerpts from the nineteenth century classic relate the experiences of a young horse as he explores his home, plays with other colts, and learns from his loving mother to be gentle and goo
In 1777 Philadelphia the Revolutionary War rages and spies for and against the Americans are everywhere, but young Maddy Rose has more everyday chores to attend to, until she is drawn ever deeper into
Harking back to the turn of the last century, this early reader is sure to charm students, teachers, and parents alike. In a compact format, The Michigan Reader features poems, short stories, and word
It's 1969 and Marty's family lives on the U.S. island of Guam, where his father manages the NASA tracking station. It's important work and never more so than during the Apollo 11 space mission, where
Even the forest has to sleep! This sweet walk through the forest says good night to flora and fauna alike, from the quiet bunny to the howling coyote. With silly, colorful illustrations and soft rhyme
Petra just loves spring in Gimmelwald. Each season she and her family lead their prize dairy cows into the pastures to graze and each cow wears her own jingling, jangling, clanging bell. What a sympho
The birth of a baby is an opportunity for celebration far beyond the anticipation of the new parents. There are happy aunts and uncles, and, of course, delighted grandparents who can’t wait to meet th
Norbert is a pig with a dream. It doesn't matter if the other farm animals snicker behind his back, Norbert has always dreamed of swimming the English Channel. He's been preparing and training and fin
Now cat lovers of all ages can discover what's lurking behind kitty's twitching tail and bewitching eyes in a book that uses an alphabet format to present the history, care, behavior, and mystery of c
An adaptation of the writer's original fairy tale features a golden statue of a prince that mourns the hardship and misery of the city's poor and the gentle swallow that performs the helpful deeds tha
"This book provides readers with details on the famous drivers, history, and statistics from the sport of stock car racing. From A to Z topics such as Bill France, Daytona, helmets, pit stops, and mor
Growing up on Hazel Ridge Farm, Kelly paints a vibrant picture of life on a wildlife sanctuary where both the land and its many animal residents, including white-tailed deer, sand-hill cranes, and sna
The Christmas holiday is best forgotten on a small, desolate farm recently touched with loss, but a blizzard brings together two unlikely beings, one man and one beast, both in need of comfort and hop
There's nothing in the world like a wonderful friend. Friends are there to laugh with you and ready with a hug when you need one. There are forever friends and brand new friends. Friends for adventure
The art and writing of Gwen Frostic are well known in her home state of Michigan and around the world, but this picture book biography tells the story behind Gwen's famous work. After a debilitating i
With a cast of characters including a zebra, toucan, and a hippo, everyday concepts such as up/down and in/out are hilariously demonstrated by animal friends on a playground. A new board book series b
""Construction equipment is a favorite of little readers and D is for Dump Truck takes children on an A to Z exploration of a backyard construction site. With bouncy poems for each letter and a glossa
Throughout his life, Benjamin Banneker was known and admired for his work in science, mathematics, and astronomy, just to name a few pursuits. But even when he was born in Maryland in 1731, he was alr
Each letter of the alphabet is represented by a name or word derived from some aspect of the country of Canada, and each term is presented in a rhyme and then further explained in a note.
From "Do you have ants in your pants?' to "Stick together!" and "Great minds think alike," readers will be intrigued by the history of these adages, told in poetry form as well as expository text, and
Offers the true and tragic story of the giant transport ship and its crew that never returned after encountering a devastating storm on Lake Superior while on a routine journey to carry its load of or
Lulu and her cousin Rocky are visiting the city of Detroit, the Motor City! There are so many fun things to see and do, like visiting Campus Martius to make sand castles, eating cherries at the Easter
Jack is a rather silly horse. And when bored, he takes it upon himself to unlatch his stall and go for an adventure through the farm before escaping into the neighbor's garden for a snack. This rhymin
Feeling quite ordinary, a plain gray moth sadly compares itself to its more exotic kin, such as the Luna Moth, the Spider Moth, and the Hummingbird Moth. And the little moth feels even worse when a yo
A puppy named Poppy hears a rustling behind her fence and does what any curious puppy would--digs a hole under! There she finds another puppy! The puppies find two more floppy puppy friends and go on
