Synopsis: “[A] memorable story.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) From Newbery Award–winning author Patricia MacLachlan comes a “quiet tale about finding your own voice” (Kirkus Reviews) while learning to understand the people you love the most.Sylvie Bloom wants to find something new and exciting this summer—at least more exciting than the cows, goats, and chickens on her family’s farm that she’s become accustomed to. Luckily, Sylvie’s teacher Mrs.…

Synopsis: A charming picture book set in an Amish community, by the beloved storyteller Patricia Polacco.Naomi lives with her farming family in an Amish village in Pennsylvania. As part of her household chores, Naomi looks after the chickens with her little sister, Ruth.One day Naomi and Ruth find an abandoned egg near the road. Naomi decides this special egg must be hatched. And when it is, it's plain to see that this is no ordinary chick!The girls keep…

Synopsis: Meet all the workers, units, patients, technology, and more that exist within a hospital. This interactive Community Helpers book is Richard Scarry's Busy, Busy World meets Lisa Brown's The Airport Book with a medical spin! Welcome to the Helping Hospital! Everyone here works together to keep the town of Honey Hill safe and healthy. Emmy's mommy is having a baby. Leo hurt his arm playing baseball. Annabelle is due for a checkup. Who will help…

Synopsis: With vibrant art that shifts to a colorless world and back again, this is a story of a community lost and rediscovered--and how one child's actions can cascade into something that makes all the difference. A young boy who loves his community notices that as neighbors stop interacting, the colors around them slowly fade. Then a thunderstorm sweeps away the last hints of bluebird skies and lemon-Popsicle days and leaves a rift in the road that…

Synopsis: Explore LEGO(R) City!There's a fire in LEGO(R) City. The fire-fighters are in their fire truck and on their way. With their tall ladder and the very best equipment they'll save the day!

Synopsis: Build your LEGO(R) library.The LEGO(R) City harbor is a busy place -- but never too busy to help a windsurfer in trouble!

Synopsis: Reading is always fun in Lego City!When a forest fire breaks out in LEGO City it's up to the LEGO City fireman to put out the flames!

Synopsis: Build your LEGO(R) library!Welcome to the LEGO(R) City Fire Department! There's a new trainee in town - and he's a little bit clumsy. He can't use the fire hose, or fly the helicopter, but he might have what it takes to save the day.

Synopsis: NATIONAL BESTSELLER • One of the best-loved children’s picture books of all time, available as a mini hardcover for little hands! A classic tale that teaches the importance of making smart decisions, this edition features restored and never-before-seen illustrations!Once upon a time there were four little Rabbits, and their names were—Flopsy,Mopsy,Cotton-tail,and Peter.So begins Beatrix Potter’s classic story of Peter Rabbit, a mischievous…

Synopsis: This brand-new edition of Eric Carle’s beloved classic now comes with a CD narrated by award-winning actor Stanley Tucci!The barnyard rooster crows and Jack wakes up—hungry, of course! What does he want for breakfast? A big pancake! But first, Jack’s mother needs flour from the mill, an egg from the hen, milk from the cow, butter churned from fresh cream, and firewood for the stove. Will Jack ever get his pancake? With his trademark collage…

Synopsis: This elegant alphabet board book will teach little ones all about nature.This elegant alphabet board book will teach little ones all about nature. The talented Rosalind Beardshaw’s beautiful illustrations and visual storytelling follow two children on a day in the countryside, bringing a narrative feel to this simple book for very young readers. The first in a series of seasonal concept books, this is a board book to visit again and again.

Synopsis: Build your LEGO library!A new LEGO City reader, timed to tie into the new theme for Summer 2012, mining. There will be some caves, dark tunnels, and lots of digging--maybe even for gold! Now in ebook!

Synopsis: Old MacDino's farm is full of DINOSAURS! With a Stegosaurus stomp-stomping here and a Triceratops crash-bashing there, they're causing havoc EVERYWHERE! What's a farmer to do? A laugh-out-loud read for toddlers and fans of Old MacDonald Had a Farm! With bright and fun illustrations from Ben Whitehouse, this brilliant new picture book is a hilarious twist on the classic nursery rhyme.

Synopsis: Build your LEGO(R) library book by book!It’s a busy day on the farm!A big farm needs big machines.Follow the farmers as they feed the animals and harvest the crops.

Synopsis: Every day is a new adventure down on the Dino Ranch! Come along with Min, Miguel, Jon, and their dino partners for pre-westoric fun!There is never a dull day down on the Dino Ranch! When Miguel builds a dam on the creek to create a dino watering hole, the ranch is suddenly marauded by hungry wild pterodactyls snatching up food! Can the Rancheroos solve the mystery of the Pterodackattack?Join siblings and junior ranch-hands Min, Miguel, and Jon…

Synopsis: Katy Caboose is tired of being last, and one day a freak accident allows her to realize her dream of peace and solitude. "Bill Peet rides full throttle with a happy storys".--Christian Science Monitor.

Synopsis: "I know my teacher, Miss Malarkey, lives in our classroom, Room 10. She's there all the time. In fact, all the teachers live at school. They eat dinner in the cafeteria and sleep in the teachers' lounge. I'm sure of it! So why is Miss Malarkey moving into my apartment house?..." What could be more surprising than finding out your teacher has a life outside school? In "Miss Malarkey Doesn't Live in Room 10," Judy Finchler and Kevin O'Malley…

Synopsis: Summertime is here. Little Critter heads off for a day at his grandparents' farm. He loves to fish in the pond and collect frogs, but he "doesn't" love to swim. Little Critter doesn't really know how to swim. But with the help of some bees he's kicking and paddling like a pro.

Synopsis: This charming story for children illustrates how a loving farmer can turn a simple pumpkin into a simply glorious sight. In the same way, God's transforming love can fill each of our hearts with joy and light. Liz Curtis Higgs created this parable as a way to share the Good News with her own precious children each harvest season. . .and now with children everywhere.

Synopsis: It's back-to-school time for Cowgirl Kate, and horses are not allowed on the bus or in the classroom. So what's a loyal cowhorse like Cocoa to do? Beginning readers will have fun finding out in this newly formatted Level 2 easy reader with two easy-to-read stories from the Geisel Honor-winning series by Erica Silverman. Familiar words and short sentences boost early reading success.