Once upon a time, there were three little rascals who thought they were the BIGGEST, BADDEST monsters around. But when they decide to build a huge monster of their own, he isn't exactly what the creatures were expecting. He's happy. He giggles. He's just grateful to be alive. And he has a lesson for his grouchy creators that only takes two little words. In this playful tale from bestselling …
The blue whale is the biggest animal that has ever lived on Earth. Curious young minds will love reading this sensuous exploration of what a blue whale feels, sounds and smells like, and learning facts about a whale's size, life-span, diet, babies and more. Previously part of the acclaimed "Read and Wonder" series, "Big Blue Whale" has been re-launched in the new "Nature Storybooks" series with…
Virginia Hamilton's Coretta Scott King Honor book is the breathtaking fantasy tale of slaves who possessed ancient magic that enabled them to fly away to freedom. And it is a moving tale of those who did not have the opportunity to “fly” away, who remained slaves with only their imaginations to set them free as they told and retold this tale. Leo and Diane Dillon's powerful illustrations…
Provides an overview of the inventions, patents and technological advances pioneered by the "Wizard of Menlo Park" as well as his concentration on industrial research and his flair for marketing and promotion.
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In the dark of winter a little bear is awakened from his winter sleep by a soft and mysterious sound. Intrigued, the bear wanders through the snowy forest, making new friends along the way. Then the bear finally discovers the source of the mysterious sound - there, in the middle of the woods is a house lit up with a warm, magical glow. Peering through the window the bear sees a family gathered …
There are lots of animals for young children to recognize in this picture book. The animals are depicted by what they eat, the noises they make - even what they would feel like to touch. Child-centered, the text encourages participation from the youngest readers.
Helen Nicoll and Jan Pienkowski, childrens auth or/illustrator team, are responsible for the classic and collectable. REDUCED IF COMBINED -24 HOUR DESPATCH
While Big Bear works, Little Bear patiently plays his bear games all by himself. What he really wants, though, is for Big Bear to play with him. Will his wish ever come true?
Holding hands, linking toes, paw in paw, or tail to nose, join us by the mulberry bush for some sing-along fun where anything goes!
Bored and restless on a summer day, a little boy steals his sister's bunny and sends it on an adventure. He is well satisfied with the results--until his own stuffed animal disappears. Could it be that he is not the only troublemaker around . . . ? A case of sibling rivalry is neatly resolved with the "assistance" of a hilarious raccoon in Lauren Castillo's warm, simple text and gorgeous cla…
All the hippos down by the muddy river have a special bird friend to eat the itchy insects that land on them. All except Hannah Hippo! Hannah needs to go on a journey through the jungle to find herself a helper. This is an ideal first storybook with bright, bold illustrations. It is perfect for bedtime and storytime.
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Find out what happens when Mr Happy loses his smile!