Synopsis: Russell doesn't want to go to nursery school. He wants to stay home and be the baby the way he used to before his sister, Elisa, was born. Will he ever adjust to having his pesky little sister around? An ALA Notable Book. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Synopsis: When Little Critter helps his Dad all day long, things don't go as planned.

Synopsis: This companion to rocks combines exciting activities with accessible scientific information and an extensive glossary of geological terms. The authors look at how rocks form and the everyday use of rocks.

Synopsis: The bestselling picture book that Publisher's Weekly calls "simultaneously sassy and sweet." Rabbit loves carrots and that's a big problem! In this phenomenal bestseller, Rabbit loves carrots a little too much. In fact, his carrots are crowding him out of his cozy burrow. When his friends offer to help, they're just asking for trouble, a lot of trouble! This charming and lovingly illustrated children's book, by acclaimed author Katy Hudson (A…

Synopsis: A polar bear cub has lost his mother in the snow-covered forest. Unable to find her after a long search, he decides to build a big white bear out of snow to keep him company while he waits. His forest friends arrive one by one to help him, but when darkness falls, their own mothers call them home. The little white bear is left alone again. The cub cuddles close to the snow bear and falls fast asleep. But listen! As dawn breaks, who comes…

Synopsis: Amanda has always dreamed of being captain of a cheerleading squad, and this year, she is! But she soon realizes that being captain is harder than she thought. Not only does she have to lead the squad, she has to inspire them, and thats hard work.

Synopsis: ‘Mrs. Minarik is at her superb best in depicting the charming childlikeness of Little Bear’s delight in visiting his grandparents.’ —H.

Synopsis: ‘Mrs. Minarik is at her superb best in depicting the charming childlikeness of Little Bear’s delight in visiting his grandparents.’ —H.

Synopsis: The original story by E.T.A. Hoffman that inspired the beloved holiday ballet, illustrated by acclaimed artist Lisbeth Zwerger!For nearly two hundred years, E.T.A. Hoffmann's tale of the Nutcracker has enchanted readers, inspired artists and composers, and delighted audiences around the world. Lisbeth Zwerger's stunning, all-new interpretation on The Nutcracker, adapted from the original Hoffmann tale, rounds out the story depicted in the ballet…

Synopsis: A brief history of mapmaking, a simple explanation of how to read maps and globes, and an introduction to the many different kinds of maps there are.

Synopsis: The author of My Name Is María Isabel offers an inspiring look at her childhood in Cuba in this collection that includes Where the Flame Trees Bloom, Under the Royal Palms, five new stories, and more.These true autobiographical tales from renowned Hispanic author and educator Alma Flor Ada are filled with family love and traditions, secrets and deep friendships, and a gorgeous, moving picture of the island of Cuba, where Alma Flor grew up. Told…

Synopsis: Papa prepares dinner and the boys set the table as they, the dog, and the cat eagerly await Mama's return home after work.

Synopsis: Nearly 700 different muscles control the daily life of a human body, according to veteran nonfiction writer Seymour Simon. He takes young readers on a tour of the human body where they'll discover how muscles make it possible to move and see what's really going on underneath the skin.

Synopsis: In this warmhearted middle-grade novel, Oona and her brother, Fred, love their cat, Zook (short for Zucchini), but Zook is sick. As they conspire to break him out of the vet's office, Oona tells the stories of his previous lives, ranging in style from fairy tale to grand epic to slice of life. Each of Zook's lives have echoes in Oona's own family life, which is going through a transition she's not yet ready to face. Her father died two years ago…

Synopsis: Illustrations and rhyming text explore some of the things that dinosaurs might do when they are angry--and how they should control their tempers.

Synopsis: Lost in a pyramid while on a visit to Egypt, Gabe suddenly realizes that he is not alone, and he soon learns the meaning of the legendary curse of the mummy's tomb. Original.

Synopsis: Matter is everything around us.

Synopsis: Uses observations of bean seeds planted in eggshells to demonstrate the growth of seeds into plants.

Synopsis: SeedsHow does a tiny acorn grow into an enormous oak tree? At one time, the tree in your backyard could fit into your pocket! Look inside to learn the simple steps for turning a packet of seeds into you own garden. Seeds How does a tiny acorn grow into an enormous oak tree? At one time, the tree in your backyard could have fit into your pocket! Look inside to learn the simple steps for turning a packet of seeds into your own garden.