Synopsis: An irrepressible new girl dethrones the reigning recess bully by becoming her friend in this infectious playground romp.Mean Jean was Recess Queen and nobody said any different.Nobody swung until Mean Jean swung.Nobody kicked until Mean Jean kicked.Nobody bounced until Mean Jean bounced.If kids ever crossed her, she'd push 'em and smoosh 'emlollapaloosh 'em, hammer 'em, slammer 'emkitz and kajammer 'em.Until a new kid came to school!Parents and…

Synopsis: Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography all about our first president George Washington! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers!   Bright, appealing artwork and simple words introduce the youngest readers to our first president with engaging anecdotes, beginning with how young George liked to study and ride his horse. Fun facts at the end—such as that Washington’s image can be found on our dollar bill,…

Synopsis: Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography all about President Abraham Lincoln! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers! Bright pictures and a simple story capture the essence of one of our most popular presidents. Little ones will enjoy key anecdotes about Lincoln, beginning with young Abe's love of reading. Fun facts at the end—such as Lincoln’s declaration of the final Thursday in November as…

Synopsis: Meet Baloney! This book is about him. And also Peanut the horse, his best friend. There's Bizz the bumblebee, too, of course. And Krabbit. He'd rather not be here, but what can you do?In this graphic novel for young readers, watch our pig protagonist perform some questionable magic, cheer him on as he braves the swimming pool, and root for Baloney and his friends when a case of the blues gets him down.Brought to you by Geisel Medalist Greg…

Synopsis: From the British and our Constitution that replaced their rule, to Yellowstone Park and Zane Grey's stories of the west, "A is for America" is a sweeping tribute to all we know and love about our country. With delightful poems that beg to be read aloud, and expository text to broaden a student's horizons, this American alphabet will make you fall in love with the United States over and over again. Bright, beautifully detailed illustrations from…

Synopsis: Welcome to Winter Wonderland, a magical place filled with excitement, fun, and friends! You?re just in time...the big day has arrived. The racers are set. A thrilling adventure awaits you. And the best part? YOU decide how the story is told! Who will win the race? Whose path with YOU follow? Will you follow JACK FROST, the mischievous racer with magical winter powers? Or will you follow ABE, the lovable Abominable Snowman with a few surprises up…

Synopsis: Liam was the littlest leprechaun in the Enchanted Forest. Too little to measure. Too little to run. And too little to lift and carry important treasure. but he's not too little to make a friend.

Synopsis: Is the littlest Easter bunny too little to celebrate Easter? Find out in this adorably hoppy new story in the bestselling Littlest series -- with stickers!From the New York Times bestselling author who brought us The Littlest Elf and The Littlest Valentine comes a sweet new Easter story filled with colorful springtime fun and one adorable little bunny friend!In this Easter-themed addition to the series, Penny is the littlest bunny in Easter town…

Synopsis: In simple text, a young boy watches how nature changes from winter into spring.

Synopsis: Celebrate Groundhog Day with Grace, a shy female groundhog. Will she rise to the challenge of becoming the new weather predictor for her village, despite her cousin's interference? This rhyming story is an engaging way to introduce children to Groundhog Day, while also teaching valuable lessons about determination, self-belief, and overcoming obstacles. The story encourages children to believe in their abilities, do their best, "and let Mother…

Synopsis: Things don't go quite as planned when the family dogs go along for a trip to the beach. Geese chase the children, children chase the dogs, dogs chase everything, and all share in the fun. With catchy cadences and cheerful, colorful illustrations, this is one wild goose chase readers won't forget.

Synopsis: Using many photographs, this is a simple overview of the part played by African Americans during the formative years of the colonial period. The freedom sought by so many Europeans who came to America was not shared with many Africans…

Synopsis: When a young pig knocks on a fox's door, the fox thinks dinner has arrived, but the pig has other plans.

Synopsis: A modern classic that no child should miss. Since it was first published in 1939, Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel has delighted generations of children. Mike and his trusty steam shovel, Mary Anne, dig deep canals for boats to travel through, cut mountain passes for trains, and hollow out cellars for city skyscrapers -- the very symbol of industrial America. But with progress come new machines, and soon the inseparable duo are out of work.…

Synopsis: When Annie's beloved cat disappears into the forest one cold winter day, Annie becomes lonely and sets out to find another animal friend. Brett's exquisite and clever illustrations and use of borders captivate young readers and listeners.

Synopsis: What causes thunder and lightning? How do different clouds form? What makes a tornado twist? Kids will discover the answers to these questions and more in this colorful, photo-packed book. In this inviting and entertaining format, kids will discover what causes the weather they experience every day. This level 1 reader is written in an easy-to-grasp style to encourage the meteorologists of tomorrow!

Synopsis: Discover what it’s like to grow up in Australia in this fascinating, nonfiction Level 2 Ready-to-Read, part of a series all about kids just like you in countries around the world!Hello! My name is Ruby, and I’m a kid just like you living in Australia. Australia is a country filled with awesome beaches, unique animals, and exciting cities! Have you ever wondered what Australia is like? Come along with me to find out! Each book in our Living in……

Synopsis: A classic Arthur Adventure- now on CD!What makes a story entertaining? That's the question Arthur asks himself when Mr. Ratburn gives a creative writing assignment to his class. When D.W. yawns through Arthur's first story, he worries that his tale isn't exciting enough. Is the setting too humdrum? Maybe he needs to research his subject more thoroughly. Or perhaps humor is the key to creating a lively tale! With every new angle, Arthur's story…