Synopsis: A Publishers Weekly #1 bestseller, Jan Brett's heartwarming story of Hedgie the hedgehog's misadventures in the snow has become a family favorite. When Lisa's woolen stocking flies off the closeline, Hedgie can't resist poking his nose in. He tries to pull it out, but the stocking is stuck on his prickles. At first the other animals laugh at the sight of him, but when they realize they might like something to keep their heads dry and ears warm,…

Synopsis: Guided by a magic rhyme, Jack and Annie travel to ancient Baghdad on a mission to help the Caliph disseminate wisdom to the world.

Synopsis: A very beautiful book--simple words, halloween theme--with illustrations created by pouring colored cotton fiber through hand-cut stencils.

Synopsis: Nothing is more frustrating for children than putting on--and taking off--layer after layer of winter clothing. Nothing is more fun for preschoolers and those just learning to read than enjoying that dreaded experience through a spirited, cumulative rhyme, embellished and extended with rebuses. Full color.

Synopsis: What does it mean to live in Pooh's neighborhood? On his way to deliver a neighborly present to Piglet one fine day, Pooh visits all the special places in his neighborhood, including The Sandy Pit where Roo plays and Eeyore's Gloomy Place. Pooh and Owl end up at the top of the old bee tree, where a Pooh's-eye view provides a splendid map of the Hundred-Acre Wood.

Synopsis: When no dalmatians apply for the job of firehouse mascot, a cow named Daisy takes the job.

Synopsis: When he is abandoned just before Christmas by the people who had taken him from his mother, a little dog tries to find a new home.

Synopsis: In Mardi Gras, early readers will learn about this American festival and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique celebration. A labeled diagram helps readers understand the symbols of Mardi Gras, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Mardi Gras online using our safe search engine that provides relevant…

Synopsis: In a playful voice that is uniquely Margaret Wise Brown's comes this delightful picture book about just what it means to be six, five, four, three, two and -- most importantly -- you. Caldecott Honor Medalist Chris Raschka's innovative illustrations burst with energy and literally dance along with Brown's whimsical verses of discovery. A sturdy mirror fixed to the last page allows readers to literally become a part of the story.Another Important…

Synopsis: Introduces equipment and devices commonly found in a science laboratory, including a pencil for taking notes, a hand lens, a microscope, and a camera, and describes their use.

Synopsis: Some scientists study plants. Others study the stars. And others study the oceans. This book explains what different scientists do and what they need to know. Photographs show scientists exploring the world around them. With full-color, full-page photographs throughout plus straightforward and engaging text, the I Want to Be ... series is an appealing introduction to a broad spectrum of occupations. The series gives young children a realistic…

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: When the class pet bites the finger of Penelope, a tyrannosaurus rex, she finally understands why she should not eat her classmates, no matter how tasty they are.

Synopsis: New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings Pete the Cat’s world to life under the sea in this new I Can Read book.Pete the Cat is going scuba diving! Before he hits the water, Captain Joe tells him about all the sea creatures he can encounter, and Pete is super excited to see a seahorse. But when he is suited up and swimming around, he has to search high and low to find the little guy. In this aquatic adventure, Pete makes a…

Synopsis: This charming introduction to the American Revolution is now available in paperback! When the American colonists felt they were being treated unfairly by the British, they decided to do something about it. With the help of brave citizens like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, America won the Revolutionary War and the Declaration of Independence was born. With fun and fact-filled verse and playful illustrations, IN 1776 is perfect for…

Synopsis: It's time for lunch, and one little mouse is famished! In fact, he's so hungry that once he starts eating, he can't stop. He sinks his teeth into a crisp white turnip, gobbles up some orange carrots, devours an ear of yellow corn, then tosses back some tender green peas. He's full, but this mouse keeps on munching until his bulging belly won't hold another bite. A very hungry mouse eats a large lunch comprised of colorful foods.