Synopsis: "The Sword And The Stone" recreates, against the background of magnificent pageantry and dark magic that was medieval England, the education and training of young King Arthur, who was to become the greatest of Britain's legendary rulers. Growing up in a colorful world peopled by knights in armor and fair damsels, foul monsters and evil witches, young Arthur slowly learns the code of being a gentleman. Under the wise guidance of Merlin, the all-…

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: The rich vocabulary and factual panels will set them on a lifelong path to reading for information in this retelling of how the Greeks used a wooden horse to win the ten-year-long Trojan War. Full color.

Synopsis: This charming version of Clement Clarke Moore's Christmas poem features sparkling new illustrations that bring the poem back to its original setting--New York City in the 19th century.

Synopsis: A team of experts from a variety of Spanish-speaking cultures worked together to create this Spanish translation of Paul Bunyan. Paul Bunyan and Steven Kellogg--a splendid pair indeed --Booklist. Full color.

Synopsis: Think you know the story of the three little pigs? Not until you've read this version, retold and illustrated by Caldecott Honor winner James Marshall. Children will know and love the familiar characters—three pig brothers and one huffing-puffing wolf—and they will giggle over the funny, new dialogue and cartoon like illustrations, which put a fresh, modern twist on the classic tale.

Synopsis: The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Jack and Annie are off on another mythical mission at the request of Merlin the magician. Luckily, they have a young sorcerer, Teddy, to help them. From underwater caves to a Spider Queen, from mystical selkies to a magical sword, this is a Magic Tree House adventure kids won’t want to miss!Formerly numbered as Magic…