Strawberry Bullfrog: Fun with Compound Words by Laura Hambleton (Author), Sedat Turhan (Author), Sally Hagin (Illustrator) In a fresh, playful approach to compound words, children are invited to have fun with two-part words whose composition may be unusual or tricky to understand. Vibrant illustrations...

The Gingerbread Man Gr. Preschool 3 Brighter Child Keepsake Storybook In this beloved tale, the Gingerbread Man escapes from the oven and has to outrun all the creatures that try to catch him! Children will eagerly continue reading to see if he is able to avoid the clever fox or if he will end up as...

The Little Red Hen Gr. Preschool 3 Brighter Child Keepsake Storybook In this beloved tale, the Little Red Hen makes delicious bread that her lazy friends can't resist. Children will eagerly continue reading to see what she will do when everyone wants a taste! Between the pages of the Brighter Child Keepsake...

The Princess and the Pea Gr. Preschool 3 Brighter Child Keepsake Storybook Between the pages of the Brighter Child Keepsake Stories books are the classic tales of magic, imagination, and inspiration that will delight children again and again. From the hard-working Red Hen to the foolish Gingerbread Man,...

The Velveteen Rabbit Gr. Preschool 3 Brighter Child Keepsake Storybook English-Spanish Version In this beloved tale, the Velveteen Rabbit learns the value of friendship and the power of love as he encounters toys that tease him and live rabbits in the garden! Between the pages of the Brighter Child Keepsake...

The Wizard of Oz Gr. Preschool 3 Brighter Child Keepsake Storybook In this beloved tale, Dorothy is swept away on an adventure with her friends Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion, and Tin Woodsman. Children will eagerly continue reading to see if the friends can escape the clutches of the Wicked Witch of the West!...

All her life Tillie the mouse has wondered what lies on the other side of the wall. Imagining all sorts of fantastic possibilities, she digs a tunnel to get to the other side, where she discovers . . . other mice, just like her! Together, Tillie and her friends work to bring down the wall and unite mouse-kind....

The Tortoise and the Hare: An Aesop Fable by Janet Stevens (Author) Tortoise proves he is a formidable opponent in this comic adaptation of a classic tale. Age Range: 5 and up Grade Level: Kindergarten and up Lexile Measure: 540L ( What's this? ) Series: Reading Rainbow Books Paperback Publisher: Holiday...

Up, Down, and Around by Katherine Ayres (Author), Nadine Bernard Westcott (Illustrator) "An inviting introduction to the wonder of plants, food, and gardening. . . . Will be a favorite of teachers, students, and home readers alike." KIRKUS REVIEWS From seeds dropping into soil to corn bursting from its...

A Weekend with Wendell by Kevin Henkes (Author, Illustrator) Wendell was spending the weekend at Sophie's house. Playing house, Wendell was the mother, the father, and the children; Sophie was the dog. Playing bakery, Wendell was the baker; Sophie got to be the sweet roll. Wendell shone his flashlight...

Dearly, Nearly, Insincerely: What Is An Adverb? (Words Are Categorical) by Brian P. Cleary (Author), Brian Gable (Illustrator) Bursting with adverbs, this addition to the Words Are CATegorical(tm) series creatively clarifies the concept of adverbs for young readers with delightfully playful rhymes and...

Hairy, Scary, Ordinary: What Is an Adjective? (Words Are Categorical) by Brian P. Cleary (Author), Jenya Prosmitsky (Illustrator) Simple, rhyming text and colorful cartoon cats help children expand their vocabularies and gain an appreciation for the rhythm of language in this lighthearted book of rhyming...

I And You And Don't Forget Who: What Is a Pronoun? (Words Are Categorical) by Brian P. Cleary (Author), Brian Gable (Illustrator) The latest addition to the best-selling Words Are CATegorical(tm) series, this fun-filled guide uses playful puns and humorous illustrations to creatively clarify the concept...

Lazily, Crazily, Just a Bit Nasally: More about Adverbs (Words Are CATegorical) by Brian P. Cleary (Author), Brian Gable (Illustrator) What is an adverb? It's hard to explain but easy to show--and that's just what this book does, in rhyming, comical verse that will have readers giggling as they learn....

A Mink, a Fink, a Skating Rink: What is a Noun? (Words Are Categorical) by Brian P. Cleary (Author) "Words are Categorical" is a series which explores some of the basic principles of English grammar in a fun way. The books each deal with a different part of language, using playful and ingenious rhymes...

Stop and Go, Yes and No: What Is an Antonym? (Words Are Categorical) by Brian P. Cleary (Author), Brian Gable (Illustrator) What is an antonym? You'll find the answer inside this clever book. Author Brian P. Cleary and illustrator Brian Gable creatively clarify (not confuse) the concept of antonyms....

Zoom by Istvan Banyai (Author) Open this wordless book and zoom from a farm to a ship to a city street to a desert island. But if you think you know where you are, guess again. For nothing is ever as it seems in Istvan Banyai?s sleek, mysterious landscapes of pictures within pictures, which will tease...

A Walk in the Rainforest by Kristin Joy Pratt (Author) A Walk in the Rainforest provides a colorful, stimulating way of learning about the exotic animals and plants of the rainforest. Presented in an alphabet style format, each page consists of an illustration of a different rainforest species, together...

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day by Judith Viorst (Author), Ray Cruz (Illustrator) Alexander knew it was going to be a terrible day when he woke up with gum in this hair. And it got worse... His best friend deserted him. There was no dessert in his lunch bag. And, on top of...

All in a Day by Mitsumasa Anno (Author) Ten outstanding artists illustrate the similarities and differences in children and their activities in eight different parts of the world throughout one 24-hour day. Features artwork from Raymond Briggs, Ron Brooks, Eric Carle, Gian Calvi, Zhu Chengliang, Leo...

Apt. 3 by Ezra Jack Keats (Author) On a rainy day two brothers try to discover who is playing the harmonica they hear in their apartment building. Paperback: 32 pages Publisher: Puffin (25 Mar 1999) Language: English ISBN-10: 0140565078 ISBN-13: 978-0140565072 Dimensions: 203 x 235 x 5.08mm

Big Al by Andrew Clements (Author), Yoshi (Illustrator) Poor Big Al! He just wants to make friends. And in the whole wide blue sea you can't find a nicer fish. But because Big Al is large and scary-looking, the little fish are afraid to get to know him. What can he do? He tries everything he can think...

The Boy Who Cried Wolf by Tony Ross (Author) On one side of the mountain a wolf lives in the lap of luxury - on the other side lives a boy called Harry. Whenever Harry is made to do anything he doesn't like (such as washing or playing the violin), he distracts people by crying, 'Wolf!' even though the...

Chester's Way by Kevin Henkes (Author, Illustrator) Chester and Wilson had their own way of doing things, and they did everything together. When they cut their sandwiches, it was always diagonally. When they rode their bikes, they always used hand signals. If Chester was hungry, Wilson was too. They...

The Chick and the Duckling by Mirra Ginsburg (Author), Jose Aruego (Illustrator), T Russian of V. êsuteyev (Translator) As Duckling sets off to explore the world, Chick is close behind, mimicking each of his actions with a perky "Me too." But when Duckling decides to go for a swim, his friend is in for...

Clap Your Hands by Lorinda Bryan Cauley (Author) Full of reasons to get up and dance, Lorinda Bryan Cauley's popular picture book, now available in board book format, has been delighting children for nearly a decade. Little ones will jump at the chance to join this menagerie of zany animals and children...

Elephants are gray. Pigs are pink. Only the chameleon has no color of his own. He is purple like the heather, yellow like a lemon, even black and orange striped like a tiger! Then one day a chameleon has an idea to remain one color forever by staying on the greenest leaf he can find. But in the autumn,...

Unlike other crocodiles, Cornelius walks upright, sees things, and does tricks no other crocodile can. His friends aren't impressed. "So what?" they say when he demonstrates standing on his head or hanging from his tail. At first, Cornelius is disappointed, but things aren't always what they seem, and...

Draw me a star. And the artist drew a star. It was a good star. Draw me a sun, said the star. And the artist drew a sun.? And on the artist draws, bringing the world to life picture by beautiful picture until he is spirited across the night sky by a star that shines on all he has made. In Draw Me a Star...

Ebb and Flo and the New Friend by Jane Simmons (Author, Illustrator) SOMETIMES YOU JUST DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU HAVE UNTIL IT'S GONE. When Bird flaps in and steals Ebb's favorite sitting spot on Flo's boat, Ebb is angry. She wishes Bird would fly away so everything could be just as it was before. But when...

Betsy Who Cried Wolf by Gail Carson Levine (Author), Scott Nash (Illustrator) On her eighth birthday Betsy takes the Shepherds' Oath and is determined to be the best shepherd in Bray Valley history. Any wolf who tries to eat her sheep had better watch out. But Zimmo is no ordinary wolf he's a hungry...

Cinder Edna by Ellen Jackson (Author), Kevin O'Malley (Illustrator) The famous Cinderella and her neighbor Cinder Edna each worked sunup to sundown for their wicked stepmother and stepsisters. But while Cinderella had the good fortune to be rescued by her fairy godmother, Edna was strong, self-reliant,...

Goldilocks Returns by Lisa Campbell Ernst (Author, Illustrator) Ever since she snooped around the house of the three bears, Goldilocks (now Goldi) has been feeling guilty. She wants to do something nice for the bears. What if she stops by one day, replaces the icky porridge with Rutabega Breakfast Bars...

The Wolf Who Cried Boy by Bob Hartman (Author), Tim Raglin (Illustrator) Little Wolf is tired of his mom's cooking! It's the same old thing night after night, Lamburgers and Sloppy Does. How he wishes his mother would serve up a nice platter of his favorite dish&150Boy! But Boy is hard to come by these...

Yours Truly, Goldilocks by Alma Flor Ada (Author), Leslie Tryon (Illustrator) Everyone who's anyone will be at the Three Little Pigs' housewarming party. Goldilocks and Little Red Riding Hood have already marked it on their calendars. Unfortunately, so have the wolves -- those who've caused the Pigs...

Feathers for Lunch by Lois Ehlert (Author) An escaped house cat encounters twelve common birds in the backyard but captures only feathers for lunch. Includes bird guide. Destined to become an uncontested favorite with many children and adults. -- The Horn Book Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool...

Flower Garden by Eve Bunting (Author), Kathryn Hewitt (Author) Follow the progress of a little girl and her father as they purchase "a garden," and board the bus to carry it home. The pansies, tulips, daffodils, geraniums, and daisies are lovingly planted in a window box, and the candles on the cake...

Apples, Cherries, Red Raspberries: What Is in the Fruits Group? (Food Is Categorical) by Brian P. Cleary (Author), Martin Goneau (Illustrator) What is in the fruits group? Bananas, grapes, lemons, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse and Martin Goneau's humorous illustrations give young readers...

Green Beans, Potatoes, and Even Tomatoes: What Is in the Vegetables Group? (Food Is CATegorical) by Brian P. Cleary (Author), Martin Goneau (Illustrator) What is in the vegetables group? Carrots, broccoli, eggplant, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse and Martin Goneau's humorous illustrations...

Oils (Just a Bit) to Keep Your Body Fit: What Are Oils? (Food Is Categorical) by Brian P. Cleary (Author), Martin Goneau (Illustrator) What are oils? Oils are liquid fats. They give a rich flavor to foods they are found in, such as nuts, seeds, and fish. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse and Martin Goneau's...

Run and Hike, Play and Bike: What Is Physical Activity? (Food Is Categorical) by Brian P. Cleary (Author), Martin Goneau (Illustrator) What is physical activity? Moving your body in a way that uses energy--playing soccer, dancing, throwing a Frisbee, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse and Martin...

Yogurt and Cheeses and Ice Cream That Pleases: What Is in the Milk Group? (Food Is Categorical) by Brian P. Cleary (Author), Martin Goneau (Illustrator) What is in the milk group? Cheese, yogurt, pudding, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse and Martin Goneau's humorous illustrations give young...

The Gingerbread Man by Eric A. Kimmel (Author), Megan Lloyd (Illustrator) A freshly baked gingerbread man escapes when he is taken out of the oven and eludes a number of animals until he meets a clever fox. Age Range: 4 and up Grade Level: Preschool and up Paperback Publisher: Holiday House; Reprint...

Goldilocks and the Three Bears by Jan Brett (Author) From the creator of Nicky and the Big, Bad Wolves , comes a fresh and irresistibly appealing new version of a nursery favorite. Valeri Gorbachev's humorous illustrations, filled with homey details, presents a delightful family of bears whose bemused...

GOOD NIGHT, GORILLA by Peggy Rathmann (Author) "Good night, Gorilla," says the zookeeper. But mischievous Gorilla isn't quite ready to go to sleep. He'd rather follow the zookeeper on his rounds and let all of the other animals out of their cages. Little night owls can sneak along with Gorilla and see...

Granpa by John Burningham (Author, Illustrator) Adorable Granpa gamely nurses his granddaughter s dolls, eats her pretend strawberry-flavored ice cream, takes her tobogganing in the snow, and falls in step with her imaginary plans to captain a ship to Africa like all good grandfathers should. Winner...

The Greedy Triangle by Marilyn Burns (Author), Gordon Silveria (Illustrator) Kids will get their early math skills in shape with this bestselling picture book--now available in Scholastic Bookshelf! Bored and dissatisfied with his life, a triangle visits a local shapeshifter to add another angle to his...

Hairy Maclary Scattercat by Lynley Dodd (Author) "Hairy Maclary felt bumptious and bustly, bossy and bouncy and frisky and hustly". Hairy Maclary, everyone's favourite dog, is busy chasing and hustling all the neighbourhood cats from Slinky Malinki to Pimpernel Pugh. But when he comes face to face with...

Hairy Maclary's Caterwaul Caper by Lynley Dodd (Author) Scarface Claw, the biggest cat in the neighbourhood, is out exploring when he gets stuck up a tree. The noise is terrible - so terrible that it draws Hairy Maclary and all his friends from Donaldson's Dairy to investigate. Young children will love...

All about Teeth (Healthy Teeth) by Mari Schuh (Author) In 2005 the USDA unveiled MyPyramid to help Americans make healthier eating choices. MyPyramid, which replaces the old Food Guide Pyramid, stresses the need for individual food plans. So now more than ever, young readers need to learn the importance...