Synopsis: Briefly describes rock climbing, how its done, the equipment used, and how to stay safe.

Synopsis: Max loves Bus Driver. Finding the small, forgotten toy on the street was a fantastic bit of luck. Now Max does almost everything with Bus Driver: he gives him a bath, shares his lunch with him, and lets him nap in his bed. But poor Bus Driver has a way of getting lost--first at the store, then in the park, and even at the library. It isn't until Max sees his buddy's missing school bus that Bus Driver has a safe place of his own. This charming…

Synopsis: Things are not always what they appear to be in this mezmerizing tale of a bee and a bird's epic journey. These brilliantly hued illustrations by Craig Frazier look good enough to eat, and the simple but surprising story will entrance young readers . . . and everyone else.

Synopsis: Describes how dolphins communicate with each other in squeaks, whistles, and pops.

Synopsis: When Jem and the Holograms are asked to make a movie, Jerrica Benton relies on the special computer Synergy to keep her identity as Jem a secret.

Synopsis: Grab your backpack and get ready for the second grade in the latest big moment to be celebrated in Natasha Wing's best-selling series! It's the night before a young boy's first day of second grade, and he's excited. He's spent all summer reading and preparing for the year ahead, and he can't wait to learn more about what fun surprises second grade has to offer. Join him and his friends on their journey through the new school year in this…

Synopsis: This fabulous new picture book is designed to teach children about appropriate behavior while they enjoy a fun, heartwarming story.This book features a child from Miss Clayton's class and explores the action of staying calm. This story is written in clear, simple text, and Stuart Lynch's charming illustrations will keep children engaged and entertained.A spread of information for parents, which offers questions to ask children to engage them…

Synopsis: Children adore Clifford, the red dog, whether he's portrayed as a puppy or as the lovable giant dog that's constantly getting into trouble. These stories highlight his adventurous, cheerful, giving, and tender ways.

Synopsis: Chicken Soup with Rice, along with the other three classic Nutshell Library titles (Alligators All Around, One Was Johnny, and Pierre), is the first board book edition of Maurice Sendak's original work! You loved Nutshell Library as a miniature collection, and these large board books will make it even easier for children to share with their grown-up readers.For over fifty years, children have discovered that whether it's January, June, or…

Synopsis: It's a jungle in here! Join this rhyming safari and meet everyone from the elephing elephant to the gangly giraffe, and maybe even the terrible tiger. Energetic verses and brilliant artwork make this exuberant introduction to a host of wild animals pounce to life.

Synopsis: Lazy Bear loves ice-cream. But when he falls asleep in his chair one snowy day, he gets a shock: his ice-cream cupboard is bare. He thinks his luck has turned when it starts to snow ice-cream, but the enormous snowball he makes goes out of control. And then he realizes it was all a dream

Synopsis: This lively sequel to The Long Way to a New Land follows the fortunes of Carl Erik’s family from New York City to the farmlands of Minnesota. "Historically accurate; will attract competent primary-grade readers and will be equally suitable for less able readers in intermediate grades." —SLJ. 1990 The USA Through Children's Books (ALA)Children's Books of 1989 (Library of Congress)1989 Children's Books (NY Public Library)

Synopsis: Ancient Earth was alive with creatures that have long since died out. Discover these strange dinosaurs, and the flying, swimming, creeping reptiles that shared their world.

Synopsis: Timmy is a very timid little hare. He longs to be brave like his friend Rocket. Rocket is fearless. He leaps over water-filled ditches in a single bound, skips through a herd of cows, teases wild boars. And he isn't even afraid to cross the deep, dark forest alone. Timmy knows he will never be that bold and daring. But Timmy discovers that his own seemingly small act of courage--telling the truth--is the stuff of true bravery.

Synopsis: This package contains a classic Arthur adventure, illustrated with bright, bold full-color art, as well as a fun-filled sound track that features lively character voices and an original musical score. Side 1 has turn-the-page signals for reading along; side 2 has uninterrupted narration of the story.

Synopsis: Retells the classic fairy tale in which a princess sleeps for a hundred years and is reawakened by a prince, and includes a picture dictionary and other resources for readers.

Synopsis: It's the time of the gold rush, and Chang has come with his grandfather to California from China. Chang's dream is to own a horse of his own. With luck ... and a little gold dust ... that wish just might come true.

Synopsis: The Cam Jansen books are perfect for young readers who are making the transition to chapter books, and Cam is a spunky young heroine whom readers have loved for over two decades. Now the first ten books in the series have updated covers that bring new life to these perennial best-sellers. Old fans and new readers will love Cam's cool, modern look!

Synopsis: Richard determines to win the Thanksgiving Candy Corn contest by guessing the correct number of candies in the jar but before he realizes what he's done he eats three big pieces. What will the teacher do when she finds out?

Synopsis: A spider has made her home among the green hills and valleys of a lettuce leaf. It is a perfect den, just the right size, with a dewdrops pool nearby that will catch moths on moonlit nights. How is the spider to know that the lady intends to eat that very lettuce for lunch one day?