Synopsis: When Nelly asks Bear what kind of bear he is, he isn't entirely sure how to answer. So off he goes to find out. But none of the different bears he meets on his travels are like him. Grizzly bears don't have funny stitches; polar bears don't have washing labels attached to their bottoms; spectacled bears are simply not as soft and bouncy as him; and sunbears never wear smart bow-ties. So, disheartened, he returns to Nelly, only to discover…

Synopsis: "Speedy gleefully and rhythmically subverts the nursery classic. And Root plays along zestily, coloring the Huckabuck farm with quiet, pastel tints and the moon with rich, jazzy tones -- some of which 'return' with the cows. A rewarding romp." -- Publishers Weekly"This tales needs some dynamic art, adn Root comes through with motion-filled spreads featuring two black-and-white, shades-wearing cows. HE catches all th ehumor, too; each out-of-this…

Synopsis: A perfect book for families to introduce Thanksgiving to toddlers and young children, who will rejoice in all the events of this special day--remembering the Pilgrims, preparing a feast, giving thanks, and much more.

Synopsis: When Mrs. Bradley suggests that they collect jellybeans to mark each day of school, her students eagerly await the one-hundredth addition to the jar that will mark the special day--concluding with a grand party for all!

Synopsis: The holiday mice are back! It's Christmas time and the four cheerful mice merrily hang stockings, string popcorn, wrap presents, and sing carols. The little mice are so caught up in their joyful preparations that they almost forget to look out for their old enemy, the cat. Happily, their Christmas spirit is so infectious that even the cat is not immune. Simple, lively verse and colorful, action-filled illustrations convey all the anticipation…

Synopsis: Follow our three adorable bunnies as they stumble and bumble through their day and back to their huggy mommy, who awaits them with open arms.

Synopsis: The delightfully silly song comes to life in a hilarious picture book--complete with a mirror on the final spread! Do your ears hang low? Do they wobble to and fro? Can you tie them in a knot? Can you tie them in a bow? Most kids and parents know and love the song "Do Your Ears Hang Low?"--and Jenny Cooper's utterly adorable illustrations will have everyone singing with joy! A little mouse leads the fun as it plays with a bloodhound's…

Synopsis: Find out where your favorite crunchy, refreshing fruit comes from in this snack-sized book.  Apples come in all shapes and sizes from all over the world. Take a bite and chew on months of planting, growing, picking, and selling that bring this tasty fruit into the home. With deliciously bright, detailed images and a simple text, Apples is the perfect board book for small curious hands who are still new to the crisp comfort of autumn.Gail Gibbons…

Synopsis: Contains facts about killer whales and great white sharks, comparing such aspects as their sizes, brain structure, and abilities.

Synopsis: Pulling up her roots to find what she needs to thrive, Sprout the plant quickly learns that what she really needs may not be what she thought at all.

Synopsis: Tacky and his fellow penguins are off to summer camp in Nice Icy Land to enjoy themselves while Rock Hopping, Line Dancing, and playing Capture the Ice Cube. One night, they gather around the campfire to sing, eat s’mores, and tell scary stories. But after going to bed, something straight out of one of their scary stories pays the sleeping penguins a visit. Goodly, Lovely, Angel, Neatly, and Perfect think they should high-tail it out of there,…

Synopsis: A new edition of the classic story from Dr Seuss's much loved The Lorax. Ideal for children learning to read on their own. "Mister!" he said with a sawdusty sneeze, "I am the Lorax. I speak for the trees." In this haunting fable about the dangers of destroying our forests and woodlands, the long-suffering Lorax struggles to save all the Truffula Trees from the wicked Once-ler's axe. A hilarious story with typical zany humour and silly rhymes,…

Synopsis: Provides for practice in telling time as the Munch Bunch prepares for a picnic at the beach.

Synopsis: Discover the magic of this Elf on the Shelf emergency guide that includes over twenty-five punch-out gifts for your elf! Someone touched the elf. But not just any elf. The Elf on the Shelf. You've got an ELFTASTROPHE! Now what? With the help of the Scout Elves, discover the ultimate guide to your Elf on the Shelf! This laugh-out-loud storybook provides essential instructions on how to properly care for one of Santa's Scout Elves. Whether you're…

Synopsis: In The Nutcracker's Night Before Christmas, preparations for a doomed stage production of the classic ballet go from terribly bad to ridiculously worse. Sick stagehands, renegade cats, a crashing Christmas tree, and more have everyone sure that the show won't go on. But it's Christmas Eve and help is on the way from none other than Santa Claus! Told in verse with wonderful, whimsical illustrations, this story hits all the right notes for holiday…

Synopsis: 'Twas December 24th, and three brave knights were just settling in for the night when out on the drawbridge, there arose such a clatter! The knights try everything to get rid of this unknown invader (Santa Claus!), a red and white knight with a fleet of dragons . . .But nothing would stoptheir white-whiskered foe.No matter their efforts,he just would not go!This parody of Clement Clarke Moore's well-known poem 'Twas the Night Before Christmas is…

Synopsis: It’s time for Grizzle Grump the bear to hibernate, and he can’t wait to sleep.Just when he thinks he’s found the perfect quiet spot . . . WHAT’S ALL THAT NOISE?The woodland creatures just won’t let Grizzle Grump get some peace and quiet! Will Grizzle Grump ever find the perfect place for his long winter snooze?In this lively read-aloud picture book, Grizzle Grump searches for the perfect spot for his long winter nap.

Synopsis: Santa has woken up on the wrong side of the bed. He's got a crick in his neck, a cold in his nose, and aches in his fingers and all ten toes. So Santa decides to take his first vacation in one thousand years. The Elves, the reindeer, the Gnomes, and, most of all, the children around the world are upset when they find out. But then one six-year old boy comes to Santa's rescue, and children everywhere band together to give Santa a Christmas he'll…

Synopsis: Every Saturday is an adventure for these feisty triplets!Triplets Ana, Bella, and Carlos are always looking for an adventure. And on Saturday mornings they always seem to find one!This Saturday, the triplets are going to the Pumpkin Fair! Ana wants to go on a ride. Bella would rather find the horses. And Carlos wants to listen to music. But the triplets have to stay together. Will they find an adventure perfect for three very different…

Synopsis: For graduates, for their parents, for anyone facing change, here is a stunningly heartfelt ode to the challenges of growing up and letting go. A story as poignant for parents as for their kids, from the creator of Otis the tractor and illustrator of The Little Engine that Could. "Long’s gentle but powerful story about a young tree who holds tight to his leaves, even as everyone else lets theirs drop, takes on nothing less than the pain and…