Synopsis: Dawn until dusk, the city is alive with sounds, from the TING-ALING- A-LING of an alarm clock in the morning to the BEEEEEP! BEEEEP! of traffic in the afternoon to the quiet SHHHHHHHHHHHHHH of evening. Noted illustrator Beppe Giacobbe’s bright palette and pleasing cityscapes bring the excitement of the city to life in a story that begs to be read aloud again and again.

Synopsis: For use in schools and libraries only. Unable to find a library book he checked out on kite making, Franklin searches high and low for the missing book until he finds his friends involved in a very familiar activity that may provide the answer he is seeking.

Synopsis: It is rare in the animal world for fathers to be caregivers. This non-fiction book looks at some unusual animal fathers who help to raise their young.Reading Age: 8.5-9.5 yearsText Type: Report

Synopsis: Based on the successful Pirates of the Caribbean film franchise, this new series of full-color, illustrated readers will tell /DIV all-new tales about life and adventure on the Seven Seas. Each book is approximately 500 words long, with short sentences and simple vocabularly to appeal to beginning readers. DIVA mysterious, ghostly ship has anchored in the harbor of Port Royal. It's up to Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann to get rid of it before…

Synopsis: Immerse yourself in the magical world of the Disney Fairies with this value-packed play set! The handy carrying case includes over 30 magnets, six backgrounds, and a 16-page book of fairy poems. You can recreate the charming scenes from poems, or send your fairy friends on all-new adventures!

Synopsis: Each year, as days grow shorter and trees become bare, the world outside seems to slow and darken. But for children, this time of year is magical. The frosty air crackles with play and laughter. There’s a sense of excitement as snow and cold weather make for outdoor adventures that aren’t possible any other time of year.This charming picture book, the latest in National Geographic’s popular Picture the Seasons series, is a vibrant celebration of…

Synopsis: Welcome to the wacky world of meerkats, where groups of these furry friends team up to survive in the wild. Each meerkat has a job: babysitting the kids, guarding the troops, or foraging for food. Kids will be mesmerized by wonderful photographs and inviting text. This level 1 reader is written in easy-to-grasp text that will help kids learn about these cute critters and the power of teamwork!

Synopsis: What happens to leaves during fall? Read this book to find out what happens in the fall. Books in this series introduce children to the four seasons. Each book uses simple, repetitive text to teach children basic vocabulary, and includes stunning photographs to show the changes that take place during each season. In Fall, children learn about typical autumn activities and changes in the natural world.

Synopsis: What do people wear in summer? Read this book to find out what happens in summer. Books in this series introduce children to the four seasons. Each book uses simple, repetitive text to teach children basic vocabulary, and includes stunning photographs to show the changes that take place during each season. In Summer, children learn about typical summer activities and changes in the natural world.

Synopsis: "What is honesty? Why is trust important? How does it feel when you cheat? Read 'Honesty' to learn what honest behavior is and why it is important. Find out why telling lies can make things worse, what to do if you find something that is lost, and why it is wrong to copy other people's work."

Synopsis: What makes a good leader? Why is honesty important? How do leaders communicate well? Read 'Leadership' to learn about why people need leaders. Find out how leaders are chosen, what makes a good role model, and why everyone should try to be a leader sometimes.

Synopsis: Rico is missing just one Hero Cat prize. Robot and Rico take a trip to the grocery store. With Robot's special tricks, Rico is sure he'll get the prize he wants. Even if he has to check every cereal box in the store!

Synopsis: "Robot and Rico are off on another adventure. This time they are going camping. See if they make it through the night or if they get too scared"--Unedited summary from book.

Synopsis: Jake, Andy, Lucy and Kayla are best friends, and so are their pets Buddy, Nibbles, Ajax and Daisy. Together, the four friends and their pets make up the Pet Club, where new adventures are part of everyday life.

Synopsis: Jake, Andy, Lucy and Kayla are best friends, and so are their pets Buddy, Nibbles, Ajax and Daisy. Together, the four friends and their pets make up the Pet Club, where new adventures are part of everyday life.

Synopsis: Emily has always dreamed of riding a horse. When her dad takes her to a real farm, she soon realizes she has to do chores before she can ride. Will Emily ever get to ride a horse?

Synopsis: IT IS THE 29th Century and the Earth has been abandoned, but one robot has been left behind to collect and condense trash--WALL-E. This Step 1 book, introduces early readers to "WALL-E," Disney-Pixar's newest animated film coming to theaters in summer 2008.