Synopsis: From Anishinabe artists making birch bark bowls to Zuni elders saying prayers for the day that is done, the diversity of Native American cultures is simply presented in this unique alphabet book. Striking full-color paintings depict Native Americans living in harmony with their environment.

Synopsis: A silver thimble and a new friend make a girl's summer magical in Elizabeth Enright's Thimble Summer.A few hours after nine-year-old Garnet Linden finds a silver thimble in the dried-up riverbed, the rains come and end the long drought on the farm. The rains bring safety for the crops and the livestock, and money for Garnet's father. Garnet can't help feeling that the thimble is a magic talisman, for the summer proves to be interesting and…

Synopsis: Over 200,000 copies sold! Now with a newly refreshed design, this classic mathematical folktale tells the story of a clever farmer who outwits the Emperor of China and becomes the wealthiest man in the world—all starting with one grain of rice.When a humble farmer named Pong Lo asks for the hand of the Emperor’s beautiful daughter, the Emperor is enraged. Whoever heard of a peasant marrying a princess? But Pong Lo is wiser than the Emperor knows…

Synopsis: It's fun to tell time as you dance around the clock!Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to boogie! It's American Batstand - a twelve-hour rock and roll extravaganza with Click Dark as your host. Decked in go-go boots and bobby sox, the buoyant bats bebop their way around the clock. And there's a special guest appearance at the end!With their swinging text and groovy illustrations, the creators of Bat Jamboree and Bats on Parade don't miss a…

Synopsis: A New York Times bestseller! It’s Halloween in this companion to the beloved and bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, and there’s a spooky surprise in store for everyone’s favorite letters!A told B, and B told C, “Let’s sneak to the top of the creaky old tree.” The classic alphabet chant gets a Halloween twist as the letters sneak their way up the tree, all donning their spiffiest costumes. But when a witch swoops in, and the letters…

Synopsis: Discover that earthworms aren't just yucky, but are necessary to keeping soil healthy.Nature Up close series uses beautiful watercolors to depict each creature's world from its unique perspective. Simple text describes the creatures' movements and activities.

Synopsis: This Step 1 Phonics Reader can start your child on the road to reading success!A little mouse zooms about changing letters—for example, substituting P for C to change a "cup" into a "pup." A beginning reader rhyming extravaganza that emphasizes initial sound substitution.Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children…

Synopsis: What happens when you leave twenty-six little monkeys home alone? Lots of monkey business, that’s what! The charming chimps in this book, with names and misbehaviors to match each letter of the alphabet, cause all kinds of trouble when Mom and Dad go out. Jim Aylesworth’s rollicking rhyming text and Henry Cole’s irresistibly mischievous monkeys teach thealphabet with unmatched exuberance, from Andy . . . all the way to Zelda!

Synopsis: Mr. Bear spends the night searching for enough peace and quiet to go to sleep.

Synopsis: Hans Wilhelm's adorable white puppy wants to learn about colors, so he dips his paw into a pot of paint. Soon, every part of him is covered in a different color as he discovers how to mix primary colors to make secondary colors. But the paint makes his fur stiff. He sees a swimming pool nearby, and look out...here comes Rainbow Dog! Splash! Now he's back to his old self again.

Synopsis: Little Critter explains the functions of all the body parts from mouth, eyes, and ears, to arms, hands, and legs. This low-key introduction is filled with little details and visual humor.

Synopsis: Jamaica doesn't want a younger child to play with her, until she remembers how she felt when her older brother excluded her from his games. A sensitive, charming sequel to Jamaica's Find.

Synopsis: Perfect for fans of Lois Ehlert and Press Here, this charming picture book gently explores the world of color and celebrates the joy of creativity. One day three white mice discover three jars of paint--red, blue, and yellow. But what happens when they splash in the colors, mixing the red and blue? Or dance in the blue and yellow? This playful introduction to colors will appeal to any budding artist or curious preschooler.

Synopsis: Sunshine plus vacation makes the summer equation fun! Readers will get excited for the warm weather with this beautiful introduction to the summer season. They�ll learn key facts about this time of year, such as how we protect ourselves from the sun and how summer affects plants and animals. A helpful calendar teaches readers which months occur in summertime. Vibrant photographs of flourishing nature and fun summer activities, such as swimming…

Synopsis: Red, orange, yellow, and brown � fall is a season of beautiful colors! Spectacular nature photographs capture the beauty of this time of year and draw in even reluctant readers. They�ll marvel at changing trees, ripe pumpkins, and fun fall activities. A handy calendar shows readers the months of the year that correspond with fall. Readers will also learn key features of the season, from the foods we harvest to the clothes we wear to keep warm…

Synopsis: From April showers to May flowers, this book introduces readers to everything spring! Simple, age-appropriate language encourages early readers, and gorgeous full-color photographs and a playful design will transfix even reluctant readers. They�ll relate to fun spring activities, such as Easter egg hunts and playing in the rain. Readers will also learn about baby animals, foods that grow in spring, and the clothes and accessories we need to stay…

Synopsis: Pictures in full, riotous colors and dazzling shapes glamorize numbers, as related to a train carrying animals to a zoo . . . great animation.--Publishers Weekly. A pleasureable counting book which can be used to introduce numbers and number sets to young children.--Booklist.

Synopsis: As Amelia Bedelia helps Mrs. Rogers prepare for Christmas, she bakes a date cake with a calendar in it and stuffs the children's stockings with turkey stuffing.