Synopsis: School is starting in the forest, but Chester Raccoon does not want to go. To help ease Chester's fears, Mrs. Raccoon shares a family secret called the Kissing Hand to give him the reassurance of her love any time his world feels a little scary. Since its first publication in 1993, this heartwarming book has become a children's classic that has touched the lives of millions of children and their parents, especially at times of separation,…

Synopsis: School is starting in the forest, but Chester Raccoon does not want to go. To help ease Chester's fears, Mrs. Raccoon shares a family secret called the Kissing Hand to give him the reassurance of her love any time his world feels a little scary. Since its first publication in 1993, this heartwarming book has become a children's classic that has touched the lives of millions of children and their parents, especially at times of separation,…

Synopsis: When Max the duck decides to stay behind when his flock flies south, Irene invites him to stay with her and her pets for the winter.

Synopsis: Introduces distinguishing characteristics, life cycles, and different types of grasshoppers.

Synopsis: Two favourites make the perfect gift - The HatBoard Book and soft-and-furry Hedgie in his new hat. It all begins the day Lisa's sock blows off the line and Hedgie crawls inside. But when he tries to back out, the sock catches on Hedgie's prickles. One by one, the farm animals laugh at Hedgie until he proudly explains that he's wearing his new hat to keep warm and dry. In a surprise ending, children will share the last laugh with Hedgie.

Synopsis: A Publishers Weekly #1 bestseller, Jan Brett's heartwarming story of Hedgie the hedgehog's misadventures in the snow has become a family favorite. When Lisa's woolen stocking flies off the closeline, Hedgie can't resist poking his nose in. He tries to pull it out, but the stocking is stuck on his prickles. At first the other animals laugh at the sight of him, but when they realize they might like something to keep their heads dry and ears warm,…

Synopsis: Arthur and his sister Violet are selling all their old toys in a Tag Sale. Even Arthur's Honey Bear! But Arthur finds there's more than one way to say good-bye to an old friend.

Synopsis: Have you ever wondered how some of nature's smallest creatures spend their days? Here's your chance to take a scientifically accurate peek at the world from their point of view. In each book. the striking illustrations and lively storyline follow a small plant or animal as it hunts for food, faces its enemies, and interacts with humans. -- From back cover.

Synopsis: Very young children will appreciate 'HAND HAND FINGERS THUMB' on the most basic finger-playing, hand-clapping level. This comic, rhythmic book gets 'drummed' and memorised first and read later. A book to last from babyhood to early school. Bright and Early books help even the youngest child get ready to read. Simple stories and basic concepts are humorously presented in rhythm and rhyme. Pictures that fully explain the text help even babies make…

Synopsis: A hysterical installment of the beloved Old Lady series!There was an old lady who swallowed a truck. I don't know why she swallowed a truck but it didn't get stuck. You won't believe why the Old Lady swallowed a truck, a tire, a chain, some wood, some metal, some tools, and some screws!Filled with hilarious illustrations and fun rhyming text, this volume is sure to be a hit with young readers!

Synopsis: Becky's vacation isn't at all what she expected, and she is feeling lonely. But when she meets magical bunny Arrow, her summer starts looking up.

Synopsis: More for Maisy fans!In Maisy Goes Shopping, Charley and our favorite mouse make a trip to the grocery store to buy lots of goodies for lunch. Wherever they go and whatever they do, Lucy Cousins’s lovable characters are a delight.

Synopsis: "It's the first snowfall of winter, and Little Bear can't wait to go outside. It's a perfect day to catch snowflakes and make snow angels, but when Little Bear wants to build a snowman, she needs a little help from her friends. See how Little Bear learns about friendship and sharing." -- Amazon.com.