Synopsis: When Bessie decides to explore a frozen ice ship one morning, she finds a new playmate -- a baby polar bear. Snow Bear and Bessie are instant friends, but Bessie's brother and Snow Bear's mother are worried. The grown-ups wait and watch the little ones play to be sure nothing happens that will break up the happy pair.With beautifully simple text and lavish wintry paintings, this gentle Arctic picture book will remind readers of the classic…

Synopsis: What should you say to the bus driver? Find out how good manners make bus rides pleasant for everyone.

Synopsis: To thank Miss Eula for her wonderful Sunday chicken dinners, three children sell decorated eggs to buy her a beautiful Easter hat.

Synopsis: It's Christmas and the little Mouse is looking forward to opening the presents around the tree. But what about the Big Hungry Bear who lives on top of the hill? The little Mouse's brave and generous spirit reminds us that Christmas is for everyone, not just ourselves. The little Mouse and the big, hungry Bear are known and loved by millions of children around the world. Published in 1984, The Little Mouse, The Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big…

Synopsis: Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence? It's true. The shy Virginia statesman refused at first, but then went on to author one of our nation's most important and inspiring documents. The third U.S. president, Jefferson was also an architect, inventor, musician, farmer, and--what is certainly the most troubling aspect of his life--a slave owner. Finally, here's a biography for kids…

Synopsis: Gives examples of children who use good manners at school, including those that are punctual, give their full attention to the teacher at all times, and clean up after themselves.

Synopsis: Find out how good manners make your school a nicer place.

Synopsis: For fans of Gary Soto and Matt de la Peña comes a tale of a contemporary Mexican-American family with a "spunky and imaginative heroine" (Publishers Weekly).Miata Ramirez is scared and upset. The skirt she brought to show off at school is gone. She brought her forklorico skirt to show off at school and left it on the bus. It’s not just any skirt. This skirt belonged to Miata’s mother when she was a child in Mexico. On Sunday, Miata and her dance…

Synopsis: It was simply the worst the most terrible day. Nothing but NOTHING was going my way. If you've ever wondered whether anyone else knows what it's like to have a really bad day, this special collection of poignant and funny poems is for you.

Synopsis: 1997 Literacy Tree / So Much to Do Set 3 -- Camping with Claudine (P) Written by Virginia King / Illustrated by Bettina Guthridge ***ISBN-13: 9780732720575 ***Pages: 24

Synopsis: A new school year and new friends for everyone's favorite classroom pet! Humphrey is excited to get back to Room 26 and see all his old classmates. But on the first day of school, a bunch of strange kids arrive and no matter how loudly he squeaks up, they don't realize they're in the wrong room! Finally Humphrey realizes that these kids are his new classmates, and he sets off to learn all about them. He hasn't forgotten about his friends from…

Synopsis: Humphrey the hamster is puzzled when unfamiliar students fill Mrs. Brisbane's classroom at summer's end, but he soon learns that his friends from last year are fine and that the new class needs his special help.

Synopsis: Traces the history of the United States' symbol of freedom and democracy, the flag, from its conception and design to the modern-day conflict over flag burning.

Synopsis: NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE!"I wish I'd had these books as a kid. Hilarious!" -- Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants and Dog ManThey may look like Bad Guys, but these wannabe heroes are doing good deeds...whether you like it or not! This New York Times bestselling illustrated series is perfect for fans of Dog Man and Captain Underpants.The Bad Guys - sorry, Shadow Squad-G - have finally saved the world from butt-handed evil. And now it's…