Synopsis: Nothing makes Amelia Bedelia happier than helping people and doing exactly as she's told. And what could be more satisfying than a day spent volunteering at the library? Full color.

Synopsis: In this companion to Miss Nelson Is Missing--the classic, hilarious story of a misbehaving class--the scheming kids in Room 207 are in for a big surprise from the scariest substitute around: Miss Viola Swamp. This edition comes complete with the book plus a CD reading of the story.When their teacher has to go away for a week, Miss Nelson's kids are excited to "really act up." But when the principal ends up being the most boring substitute…

Synopsis: Drawing from their own journals, this story offers a first-hand account of what life was like when the New World was new, as they went forth on their great expedition to the west. Simultaneous.

Synopsis: The Caldecott Honor-winning classic by bestselling picture-book creator David Shannon!When David Shannon was five years old, he wrote and illustrated his first book. On every page were these words: NO, DAVID! . . . and a picture of David doing things he was not supposed to do.Now David is all grown up. But some things never change. . . .Over fifteen years after its initial publication, NO, DAVID! remains a perennial household favorite,…

Synopsis: Rhyme follows rhyme as layer after layer of winter clothing ("bunchy and hot, wrinkled a lot, stiff in the knee, and too big for me!") is first put on and then taken off to the relief of the child bundled inside. Clever rebuses and jaunty illustrations make The Jacket I Wear in the Snow especially fun for prereaders and new readers.

Synopsis: Simple text and illustrations show squares in everyday objects. Includes an activity.

Synopsis: Chronicling the quiet heroism of one small mouse on an arduous journey to bring another mouse the smallest of gifts, Great Big Things serves as a reminder that it's not our size but what we're doing in this world that makes us small or big: it's what makes a teeny mouse as big as a mountain, what makes his gesture after a long journey as big and as consequential as the moon. Following her debut, Real Cowboys, Kate Hoefler's poetic story of…

Synopsis: Junie B. Jones learns some interesting things about the Tooth Fairy when she becomes the first student in Room One to lose an upper tooth.

Synopsis: The classic heartwarming tale from Kate DiCamillo—now with an afterword from the beloved author, reflecting on twenty years in printOne summer’s day, ten-year-old India Opal Buloni goes down to the local supermarket for some groceries—and comes home with a dog. But Winn-Dixie is no ordinary dog. It’s because of Winn-Dixie that Opal begins to make friends. And it’s because of Winn-Dixie that she finally dares to ask her father about her mother,…

Synopsis: The magic tree house takes Jack and his sister Annie to the Great Plains where they learn about the life of the Lakota Indians.

Synopsis: Merlin the magician send Jack and Annie back 1,200 years, to a desert in the Golden Age of Baghdad. Their mission is a mystery until bandits attack a camel caravan and Jack and Annie are given a strange box to protect. What's in the box? And how will it help the ruler of Baghdad spread wisdom throughout the world?

Synopsis: For use in schools and libraries only. Junie B. Jones is a first grader at last, which means a new class, a new teacher, and even some new friends.

Synopsis: When a small boy graduates from his little pony to a big horse, the pony is sad until the time comes when he is able to do something the big horse cannot do.

Synopsis: NATIONAL BESTSELLER • In this silly Bright and Early Book classic by Dr. Seuss, a young boy goes exploring in his house and finds an array of fun characters! Are you certain there’s a Jertain in the curtain? Or have you ever had a feeling there’s a Geeling on the ceiling? From the pesky Nooth Grush on a tooth brush to a sleepy Zelf up on the shelf, There’s a Wocket in My Pocket will have young readers eager to explore their homes and the wonders…

Synopsis: Introduces distinguishing characteristics, life cycles, and different types of ants.

Synopsis: Easy activities provide instruction for observing the sun and discovering the many ways it can affect the things we do every day.

Synopsis: "Stick and Stone are best friends. So when Stick sets out to find his family tree, Stone is right by his side. After all, quests are the best! But as they search far and wide, Stick and Stone begin to wonder how they'll ever get home--and whether their search was a mistake. Sweet and silly, this story celebrates the love between friends and shows us that families come in all sizes and shapes--even sticks, stones, and pinecones" -- Back cover.

Synopsis: Ten-year-old Justin hates that his sisters and his mama are always fussing at him. They make him feel stupid because he can't clean his room or cook. But why should he? He'd rather be outside playing. After all, cooking and cleaning is just “women's work.” That's why Justin is glad when his grandfather invites him back to his ranch for the summer. Justin is sure he can get away from all the women and do some actual “men's work,” such as cleaning…

Synopsis: Peter describes the highs and lows of life with his younger brother, Fudge.