Synopsis: Simple text follows a young boy and the many animals he meets on his adventure through the jungle. Each animal group uses its collective noun.

Synopsis: With Daddy away fighting in the Second World War, Hattie, Junior and Momma have had to move to the city so Momma can take a factory job. Money is tight, and this year a Christmas tree is a luxury the family cannot afford. But Junior finds an abandoned plant in the hallway, and in his eyes, it holds the promise of Christmas magic. If he can only convince Hattie, maybe they can have a tree after all!Marilyn Helmer's tender story and Dianne Eastman…

Synopsis: "When Kitty's owners have finally had enough of her bad behavior, it's time to ship her off to obedience school"--

Synopsis: A Caldecott Honor BookA Coretta Scott King Award WinnerFrom a highly acclaimed author and bestselling artist comes a resounding, reverent tribute to Harriet Tubman, the woman who earned the name Moses for her heroic role in the Underground Railroad.I set the North Star in the heavens and I mean for you to be free...Born into slavery, Harriet Tubman hears these words from God one summer night and decides to leave her husband and family behind and…

Synopsis: A little girl and father purchase "a garden" and board the bus to carry it home. The pansies, tulips, daffodils, geraniums, and daisies are hurriedly and lovingly planted in a window box, and the candles on the cake are lighted -- just as Mom walks in the door to find her daughter, her husband, and her birthday surprise.

Synopsis: Describes the struggle of Seminole chief and warrior Osceola to save his people from being forced off their land in Florida.

Synopsis: The animals in the clearing were content until the Terrible Things came, capturing all creatures with feathers.Little Rabbit wondered what was wrong with feathers, but his fellow animals silenced him. “Just mind your own business, Little Rabbit. We don’t want them to get mad at us.”A recommended text in Holocaust education programs across the United States, this unique introduction to the Holocaust encourages young children to stand up for what…

Synopsis: Living Science is a dynamic series designed to introduce the basic concepts of science to young readers. Through a combination of information, investigation, and full-color photography, readers are invited to explore the fascinating world around them.

Synopsis: Bird and Squirrel add a new member to the adventuring team: Squirrel's daughter, BIRDIE!!!When Red has to go spend the night helping Grandmole, Bird and Squirrel are put in charge of taking care of Squirrel's daughter, Birdie. But Birdie wants to go with her mom because staying home is so BORING! So Bird convinces Squirrel (despite his better judgment) to have some fun while Red is gone. And as far as Bird is concerned, nothing is more fun than…

Synopsis: Squirrel helps Bird overcome his biggest challenge yet -- FAMILY The dangerous Horned Toad 500 cross-country race is coming up and Bird's father has always won it. But when his dad gets injured, Bird reluctantly joins the race to save the family honor. While dealing with the scorching desert heat and dirty tricks from another team, Bird and Squirrel are put to the ultimate test of endurance and sportsmanship. Along the way, the duo learns that,…

Synopsis: "The Duckling asks for a cookie-and gets one! Do you think the Pigeon is happy about that?" --Page 4 of cover.

Synopsis: Koya Delaney hides behind her smile and cannot express her feelings--until she is caught in the middle when a fight erupts between her sister and her best friend just before her pop star cousin comes to town to do a concert. Reprint.