Synopsis: Examines the characteristics of different types of leaves and explains how and why they change colors in the autumn.

Synopsis: Elephant performers on their way to a show have a flat tire and must employ a crane, cherry picker, and other vehicles to arrive on time.

Synopsis: There's a new dog in the junkyard, and boy, is he ever grouchy! He seems the perfect friend for surly, grumbling Rat. But the two animals are only interested in shouting at each other. "Don't you come near me!" barks Dog, and Rat mutters back, "Fine with me. Don't need friends, don't need 'em at all!" But as this crusty duo soon discovers, everybody needs a friend. Especially during a bitter winter in a junkyard where warmth is hard to find--and…

Synopsis: Despite their physical differences, best friends Hare and Bear laugh together, play together, and share special moments.

Synopsis: Tomatoes from Mars threaten to make a mess of the country unless someone can come up with a plan to stop them.

Synopsis: Franklin's reunion with a friend who moved away isn't exactly the fun Franklin had anticipated. This story is based on an episode of the popular television series. Franklin is overjoyed when he learns that his good friend Otter will be coming back for a visit. But when Otter arrives, Franklin's dream of reliving the past is soon squelched. Otter rejects the happy face sandwiches she used to love. She's become such a good swimmer, Franklin can't…

Synopsis: Young truck fans can now sit in the driver's seat as they imagine what it would be like behind the wheel of a powerful Tonka crane in this 8 x 8 storybook! Tyler loves to play with his toy trucks. But when he imagines himself as the driver of a powerful crane, his imagination takes him farther than his bedroom. Ride along as young Tyler pretends he is behind the wheel of a mighty crane as he helps build a house. Full of fun and imagination,…

Synopsis: Animals and nature come to life in this sturdy board book that allows preschoolers to "look it up." Using the die-cut tabs that run down the right-hand margin, little hands can point to the picture of an animal or object of interest, then turn to that spread to find out more. Full-color illustrations.

Synopsis: Fun facts told in simple, rhyming text and beautifully detailed illustration make this Level 2 Hello Reader! Science title a perfect addition for the home or the classroom. Panther Chameleon, Senegal Chameleon, Mountain Chameleon, and more-this informative non-fiction book features a variety of interesting reptiles. Chameleons come in all shapes, sizes, and patterns. Learn how the grow, where they live, what they eat, how they survive, and much…

Synopsis: The youngest of three brothers wants to make a snowman, but his brothers think he is too little. When he tries to make one himself, the balls of snow he is rolling keep getting away from him. Told in rhyme.

Synopsis: Shaggy Dog asks everyone he meets to scratch him, but his back still itches.

Synopsis: educationial

Synopsis: Introduces sea horses and where they live.

Synopsis: Simple text describes a trip to an apple farm.

Synopsis: When Mouse lets his best friend Rabbit play with his brand-new airplane, trouble is not far behind. Of course, Rabbit has a solution, but when he sets out to solve a problem, even bigger problems follow.

Synopsis: An illustrated version of the well-known poem about a wily spider who preys on the vanity and innocence of a little fly.

Synopsis: Rooster has forgotten how to crow, and all the animals are laughing at him.

Synopsis: Bear's friends are determined to keep Bear awake for Christmas! So they wake Bear up and have him help them find a Christmas tree, bake cakes, hang up stockings, and sing Christmas songs. Bear stays up--by discovering that giving is one of the best Christmas presents of all!.

Synopsis: To coincide with our HC publication of THIS WAY, RUBY!, here's the sweet little duckling's picture book debut--now in paperback. Mother Duck and Father Duck are worried about Ruby. As the littlest duckling of the family, she learns to eat and swim long after her four sisters and brothers. Father Duck frets that Ruby will never catch up, but Mother Duck calmly reassures him that Ruby will flourish -- "in her own time."Readers of all ages who have…

Synopsis: "When Santa needs help in his workshop, he tries everything from dragons and fairies to unicorns, with hilarious results. Will he find the perfect helpers in time for Christmas? From well-known author Jerry Pallotta and talented illustrator David Biedrzycki comes this charming companion to "Who Will Guide My Sleigh Tonight?"