Synopsis: Does a polka-dotted sock match a striped sock? Young children will learn about matching, an important early math skill, as a lonely striped sock searches the house for its mate. They will may even be inspired to practice this skill in their own sock drawers! Best Children's Science Books 1997 (Science Books and Films)

Synopsis: Pete and his friends must solve a mystery when some of the cupcakes they have backed for a party go missing!

Synopsis: "Pete the Cat wants to go to sleep, but his animal friends want to stay up and play"--

Synopsis: "Pete the Cat is learning a new dance -- the Cool Cat Boogie! When he hears a groovy beat, he's full of happy feet. But when Grumpy toad tells him, 'Pete, you dance all wrong!' Pete is determined to become a better dancer. With the help of his friends and some wise words from Owl, Pete learns that he's the grooviest when he's being himself"--

Synopsis: Could you be a true rider? When Amara started riding at the Moonlight Stables Riding School she never expected that the horses there could do magic! Rose can harness the strength of earth, Tide has the abilities of water, and Ember has fire power! Amara is delighted when Ember chooses her to be his True Rider, but she has a lot to learn. Can she help Ember to master his powers and protect him from the evil Night Riders?

Synopsis: An old school classical story about a child being mean before valentines day. Who eventually comes around and be civil to his other peers.

Synopsis: Eight-year-old J.D. turns a tragic home haircut into a thriving barber business in this hilarious new illustrated chapter book seriesJ.D. has a big problem--it's the night before the start of third grade and his mom has just given him his first and worst home haircut. When the steady stream of insults from the entire student body of Douglass Elementary becomes too much for J.D., he takes matters into his own hands and discovers that, unlike his…

Synopsis: While taking a walk with his father, a little penguin throws snowballs, rides a dogsled, slides down a slippery slope, gets lost in the snow, swims with seals, gets carried home, and asks to do it all again tomorrow.

Synopsis: Daisy and her little brother Pip encounter many different animals as they look all over the farm for the Monster from Grandpa's story.

Synopsis: Children will enjoy reading about this goofy, loveable dog and a newly arrived cat who compete for the family's attention, the snacks and a spot on the couch

Synopsis: Fisher-Price, a leader in early childhood development and education, has teamed up with Reader's Digest to create a premier beginning-to-read series. Not only is Fisher-Price the leading brand of toys for toddlers and preschoolers, it is also a name parents trust. Now parents can turn to Fisher-Price for all their children's developmental needs -- including learning to read.

Synopsis: Celebrate kindness, compassion, self-care, and love in all its forms in this beautifully illustrated book, a companion to I Am Human and I Am Peace "Practical and empowering for young ones learning how to emotionally attend to themselves and others." --Kirkus Love means showing kindness, living with gratitude, and taking care of our minds and bodies. Letting our hearts lead the way can help move us closer to a better world. "I put my hands on…

Synopsis: Harvey, upset when his Darth Paper finger puppet brings humiliation, gets Dwight suspended, but Origami Yoda asks Tommy and Kellan, now in seventh grade, to make a new casefile to persuade the School Board to reinstate Dwight.

Synopsis: The second book in the hit Rocket and Groot picture book series! Check out the rest of the books in the series: Night Night, Groot and Snow Day for Groot! You'll find adventure at every turn. Now, come on, quick--it's time to learn! Just like the rest of us, Groot's learning that there's a first time (and a first day!) for everything. Follow Rocket and Groot as they set off across the galaxy learning new lessons, developing new skills, and…

Synopsis: "Welcome to Animal Rescue Friends, where any stray can find a friendly face--furry or otherwise. This first collection of middle-grade comics includes five tales of found family: A lonely girl living in the suburbs finds happiness with a stray pit bull; a protective mama ferret and her six kits learn to trust a shelter volunteer; a shy boy stands up for himself with the help of a strong-willed bunny; a cantankerous cat helps to mend a troubled…

Synopsis: When Pete the Cat meets a super cool caterpillar, he thinks he has found a new best friend. But when his caterpillar goes missing, Pete is in for one wild surprise!