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: Now in a board book format, this delightful poem with charming folk-art style pictures from renowned illustrator Tomie dePaola is a perfect first book for sharing with young children. "The sounds that animals make is the joyful subject of this very simple rhyme in the three verses and dePaola's exuberant illustrations in his best bold folk-art style will have kids joining in and shouting out the words." ("Booklist," starred review) "Simplicity…

Synopsis: A counting book in rhyme presents various marine animals and their children, from a mother manatee and her little calf one to a mother octopus and her little babies ten. Complete with a glossary, musical score, and numbers hidden in the illustrations.

Synopsis: Leo Lionni's Caldecott Honor-winning story about the magic of friendship is now available as a Step 3 Step into Reading book--perfect for children who are ready to read on their own. Everyone loves Willy the wind-up mouse, while Alexander the real mouse is chased away with brooms and mousetraps. Wouldn't it be wonderful to be loved and cuddled? thinks Alexander, who wishes he could be a wind-up mouse, too. Lionni's enduringly popular story…

Synopsis: Shake, shake, shudder ... near the sludgy old swamp. The dinosaurs are coming. Get ready to romp!On the heels of the bestselling GIRAFFES CAN'T DANCE board book, DINOSAURUMPUS! is now available in board book!Where can you find a Deinosuchus that practically pirouettes on its tail and a T. rex that bounds gracefully through the air? In DINOSAURUMPUS!, where dinosaurs run, boom, shake, and shudder their way to the sludgy old swamp and rock the…

Synopsis: On a snowy day, Sarah notices that a little boy at the bus stop does not have any mittens. Worried that he couldn't join in the winter fun, Sarah knits mittens for the little boy, placing them on a tree at the bus stop the next day. Each day thereafter, the children look for new mittens, and every day Sarah knits new ones. One morning she covers every branch with bright new mittens for the children. Though she has used up all her yarn, Sarah…

Synopsis: Angus's curiosity is always getting the better of him, whether he's egging on a pair of bossy ducks, being one-upped by a wily cat, or finding himself lost in the middle of the night. This lovable Scottish terrier has entertained millions since he first appeared in 1930, and now a new generation can enjoy his antics.

Synopsis: Even though the other animals exclude him from the Christmas play because of his quills, Little Porcupine still ends up in a starring role.

Synopsis: A family brings a most unusual souvenir home after vacation in this classic picture book from the brilliant mind that brought you The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore.The Lazardo family has brought back a peculiar souvenir from their trip to Africa…a dinosaur! Ah, but Bob is the friendly sort of dinosaur. The kind who enjoys playing the trumpet and tossing around a baseball. Bob is an instant neighborhood hit…until his love of…

Synopsis: Lilly listens as her grandmother tells of the whales she loved as a child how she'd wait by the sea with a special gift, until finally they came, with a gift of their own. The whales fill Lilly's dreams. She believes they will come to her, if only she can show them how to find her. The poetic text is illuminated by breathtaking oil paintings."

Synopsis: The beloved Caldecott Honor-winning classic about a brave little fish who embraces his differences and helps his friends is now available as a Step 3 reader--perfect for children who are ready to read on their own. Deep in the sea lives a happy school of fish. Their watery world is full of wonders, but there is also danger, and the little fish are afraid to come out of hiding... until Swimmy comes along. Swimmy shows his friends how--with…

Synopsis: Let the snowflakes fall! Enjoy a cold-weather adventure in this updated classic from the author of Apples and Pumpkins.Snow falls and falls all through the night. And when morning comes, it’s time for fun! Watch the snowplows sweep the streets. Shovel walkways! Build a snowman! Sled! Ski! There are so many wonderful things to do in this magical snow-covered world! This updated edition of a wintry favorite includes new jacket art from Lizzy…

Synopsis: All poor Monkey has to eat are sour lemons. One day she spies a banana tree on a faraway island, but the only way to get there is to navigate the crocodile-infested waters of the Sallabobble Sea. That's no problem when you're a brave and clever monkey who can count to ten and back again! Full-color illustrations.

Synopsis: By Charles M. Schulz The Joy of a Peanuts 50 Years of Holiday Comics! (1st First Edition) [Hardcover]

Synopsis: "The crisply edged, brightly colored illustrations that have become signatures of the Rockwells' books again invite youngsters into a first experience. This time the pair follows a young girl as she ponders the first snowfall of the year and then revels in its chilly whiteness the next day. Eager listeners and novice readers will relish the careful identification of . . . items that make a snowy day special".--Booklist. Full color.

Synopsis: When he decides to go south for the winter, a snowman is surprised at what happens to him.

Synopsis: A child describes the many layers of clothing needed to brave the winter weather.

Synopsis: A little girl finds a stuffed dog in the park and decides to take it home.

Synopsis: This book's "not too scary" ghost host tells five spooky stories.