Mama, do you love me? Yes I do, Dear One. How much? In this universal story, a child tests the limits of independence and comfortingly learns that a parent's love is unconditional and everlasting. The lyrical text introduces young readers to a distinctively different culture, while at the same time showing that the special love that exists between parent and child transcends all boundaries of …
Two megaworms starting at either end of this book meet in the middle fold-out section. Along the way the worms meet a variety of Australian creepy crawlies, involved in their own courtship rituals. This clever information book is a welcome addition to the more usual ‘What do they eat?’ and ‘Where do they live?’ type of animal books.
A bird can fly. So can I. A cow can moo. I can, too. So begins the simple, delightful rhyme by Ruth Krauss that both celebrates and encourages a child’s imagination. Mary Blair’s vibrant artwork, found in the Golden Books archives and newly scanned, looks as fresh as it did 50 years ago.
The nationally bestselling picture book about a kitten, the moon, and a bowl of milk, written by the celebrated author and illustrator Kevin Henkes, was awarded a Caldecott Medal. From one of the most celebrated and beloved picture book creators working in the field today comes a memorable new character and a suspenseful adventure just right for reading and sharing at home and in the classroom…
“If anything ever goes wrong at the zoo, you can send the zebras to my house,” Leslie tells the zebra keeper. She also invites the monkeys and the elephants. None of them ever comes--until one wet, stormy night when the zoo floods and the zebra keeper remembers Leslie’s offer. “It’s a simple, enticing idea, gracefully and logically developed by this new author and ably abetted by Dyer…
When Spot sleeps over at Steve's house, he forgets his most important possession--Teddy! Luckily, Spot's mom saves the day--and night. Every child and parent will identify with Spot's predicament, and the engaging and interactive format will allow parents and children to share the fun of finding out what happens next! Full color.
Catty Jane has always loved to dance. And now that she’s finally old enough to take lessons, all Catty Jane wants is to become a real ballerina. But her constant practicing leaves her too busy to play with her friends. Can Catty Jane find a way to soothe hurt feelings and still do what she loves most? Wise and loving Catty Jane returns in this satisfying story, where she discovers there’s a…
This charming tale, with brightly colored illustrations by Jose Aruego and Ariane Dewey, will delight small children who are discovering the world around them. As Duckling sets off to explore the world, Chick is close behind, mimicking each of his actions. But when Duckling decides to go for a swim, his friend is in for a surprise.
One day in the woods, Pup finds an egg and hopes it might hatch a new little playmate. But Pup and Hound must first find the egg's elusive mother. This Level 1 first reader contains short stories, simple sentences, easy vocabulary, simple visual clues and lots of repetition.
Think and discuss: What do you when the rain comes?