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"Mick, Mack, and Molly are enjoying the flowers and fields on a sweltering summer day. But when a little bird suddenly warns them that a storm is coming, they quickly take shelter in a small cave. A summer thunderstorms can be quite scary, but for the three squirrel siblings--safe and dry-- it brings new friends."--

"Siblings May, Lily, and Noah build a dam. Stone by stone, their dam grows higher and higher, until their creation attracts the attention of fishermen, pirates, and even the King and his fleet! The sky's the limit, until Noah wants his stone back..." --

A not-so-scary ghost story about a little ghost who learns that she’s better at making people laugh out loud than faint from fear!Little Ghost is learning how to haunt, but nothing goes right. Her ball and chain run away with her, her clanking armor falls on top of her, and instead of terrifying people, she just makes them laugh.  “You must go to the ghost of Whistlefield,” says Father Ghost. “If anyone can teach you to be scary, he can.”  When Little Ghost goes to Whistlefield, she sees the villagers shaking with fear as blood-curdling shrieks echo from the gloomy castle. But when Little Ghost arrives there, she does not find at all what she expected.

"Little Tiger is excited to go to school, but he doesn't always know how to behave. Little Tiger can be quite bossy. If he wants something, he just takes it. His unruly nature intimidates everyone around him. But when his teacher gives him a gentle tip, he realizes that small changes can make a big difference and Little Tiger discovers that treating others well can be fun!"--

In this gentle retelling of the Christmas story, a little donkey sets out on the long journey to Bethlehem.Along the way he is sneered at by a camel and laughed at by the other animals. Feeling worthless, he begins to stumble and lose heart until a great light guides him to his destination. There he is rewarded for his courage and faith, and learns that the new king loves all creatures. Bernadette Watts' evocative illustrations bring the message of Christmas to life. "This story stresses that Jesus welcomes even the most lowly, and Watts' watercolors overlaid with crayon-like texture are appealing and rustic." -School Library Journal

A perfect book to welcome spring- now with a new cover! It's spring, and the world is full of new leaves, cherry blossoms, and hungry baby birds. Mick, Mack, and Molly-adorable squirrel siblings-explore the woods. They discover that caterpillars like to eat leaves and bees like to suck nectar from the blossoms, but what can they feed this hungry young chick? Pinecones? Flowers? Acorns? Young children will love Mick, Mack, and Molly's puzzlement and delight when they find out the answer. "The lively dialogue among the characters will make this an upbeat story hour choice."-Booklist

"The cats are waiting for their tea. The mouse says, "Please don't look at me!" What do a polar bear and a hare, a rooster and a panda, and a badger and an elephant have in common? Erwin Moser shows readers just that in eleven spreads featuring his playful rhymes and humorous illustrations."

"The hedgehog's cozy as can be. Now count the ravens: one, two, three. What do an owl and a trout, a giraffe and a monkey, and a pelican and a koala bear have in common? In eleven spreads, Erwin Moser's delightful rhymes and illustrations lets readers in on the fun."--Provided by publisher.

A fun Rainbow Fish puzzle for the whole family.The world’s favorite glittery fish is now available in this attractive 36 piece puzzle with real glittery scales! The extra-large pieces make it perfect for children aged 3 and up. The puzzle features five beloved characters– Rainbow Fish, Red Fin, the wise octopus, the big blue whale, and the firefly squid from four Rainbow Fish books (The Rainbow Fish; Rainbow Fish and the Big Blue Whale; You Can’t Win Them All, Rainbow Fish; and Rainbow Fish Discovers the Deep Sea).

Recounts the true story of Jadav Payeng, who, as a boy, grew a forest in the state of Assam, which offered a home to countless plants and animals and became an extraordinary habitat whose existence borders on a miracle come true.

"The eagle's sitting on her nest. A walk is what the bear loves best. What do a sheepdog and fox, a stork and a leopard, and an octopus and an ostrich have in common? The solution is simple: Erwin Moser depicts them all with ingenious rhymes and portrays them in typical and unusual situations in eleven playful spreads. Above all, the great warmth and clever wit of Erwin Moser is spoken via his illustrations. Through juxtapositions of two animals on each spread, he tells a whole story."--Provided by publisher.

"Everyone in the circus loves to perform--except for Adam, the very youngest member of the Von Trapeze family. Wherever Adam Von Trapeze's family circus performs they inspire audiences with their breathtaking feats. Grandma Antonia breathes fire, Uncle Artem builds dizzying human pyramids, and Papa Alexei and Mama Anastasia dance blindfolded on the tightrope. Only Adam, the youngest of the family, doesn't show an interest in circus tricks and loud applause. The family is concerned. Where did they go wrong? But one day they are enchanted by the sound of a tuba. And from that day forward, the famous Von Trapeze family circus features a new performer--the one they never expected to be part of the family tradition"--

Ladybugs are so cute, small, and fly so gently. Not so for the "Jitterbug"--Lady B. Marie! Her heart beats for rock 'n' roll. Instead of going flower to flower, Jitterbug strums her electric guitar and belts out melodies. But Papa, Ms. Snail, Mr. Grasshopper and many of the meadow dwellers aren't so sure they're fans. Will Jitterbug give up? Told in rollicking rhyme, this story reminds us all to be our own beetle.

Seventeen of Ovid’s enduring stories stunningly illustrated.Known the world over, Ovid’s canonical work has spanned centuries, never losing its relevance. Retold by award-winning Austrian author Heinz Janisch with transcendent illustrations by Ana Sender, this collection includes some of Ovid’s most popular and potent stories—sure to reach new hearts and minds.  From The Story of the Origin of the World to Midas, Pan, Europa, Apollo, Daphne, Narcissus, Echo, and Fama, the goddess of rumor and stories, we see the multifaceted world of Ovid’s Metamorphoses. These tales about gods, goddesses, humans, nymphs and other beings remind us that transformation and the power of story is never ending. 

Five Rainbow Fish favorites are now available in one place in this collection. He and his friends experience the happiness of sharing, discover how to resolve an argument, and how to be a good sport. It is these everyday but important situations that every child experiences and from which they can emerge strengthened.

"It's time for Bruno, the little brown bear, to hibernate.It will be many nights before spring comes again, so Mother Bear must find something special to help him sleep. When Mother Bear tells Bruno she'll tell him stories, he can hardly wait. From an ocean swimming elephant, a flower picking panther, a flying squirrel, a hippo who wants to dance, and more, Mother Bear's captivating and funny stories do the trick"--

"Mama's back is the very best place to be. That's how the little anteater feels anyway. But his friends are fans of this spot too. Can they all fit on Mama's back?"--Back cover.

"Every snowflake has a dream. While the other snowflakes boast about their plans to travel on to glamorous and far off destinations-- the most beautiful mountain in the world or atop the golden pinnacle of the jeweled dome of the castle, St. Basil--the smallest snowflake simply longs for someplace special...someplace warm. The snowflakes fly over oceans, parting wa ys over mountains and red roofed farms, until at last, the smallest snowflake finds her home. And when spring finally arrives with snowdrops and unexpected friendship she knows that she has fulfilled her destiny."--Provided by publisher.

"When the sun goes down, fireflies, bats, and nighthawks wake up. Together they follow the call of the Night Librarian and visit the Twilight Library. The creatures make themselves comfortable on the forest floor as the Night Librarian transports them to the land of imagination with her silken silver stories"--Dust jacket flap.

Friendship makes us brave! This delightful story—part of Hans de Beer’s beloved Little Polar Bear series—is now back in hardcover.On a quiet day in the arctic, Lars, the Little Polar Bear, hears a cry coming from a deep hole in the ice. It’s Hugo, a scared little hare, who is trapped and needs to be rescued. The two become fast friends with Lars teasing Hugo for being timid, and Hugo wishing Lars was just a little more careful! But when Lars lands himself in trouble, Hugo has to show just how brave he can be in an emergency. "Lars gains a new friend in his latest adventure . . . Such teamwork and fond friendship will win readers’ hearts while the falling snow and expressive faces will dazzle their eyes."—Kirkus Reviews   

Friendship comes in all shapes and sizes! Originally published in 1969, this original Bernadette Watts story is now back in print with brand new, radiant illustrations.  Hans Millermann is lonely and longs for the company of a friend. The little green caterpillar that lives with him in the mill is not good enough, so he goes out into the world to find a real friend. He is happy to befriend a snowflake, a flower, or even a fox. But none are willing to be his friend in return—not even the wind. The wind reminds Hans that they both still have something important to do. When Hans returns home to the mill, he finds a surprise: a beautiful butterfly is waiting for him. Could it be the caterpillar that Hans had previously disregarded?   Bernadette Watts has delighted children around the world with her timeless tales and expressive art. This sweet story about recognizing friendship in all of its disguises will warm hearts and open minds.  The original edition of Hans Millerman was published in 1969. For her 80th birthday, Bernadette completely re-illustrated the book with colorful illustrations that give this universal story a new shine. “Pretty-pretty illustrations.”—Kirkus Reviews  Praise for Bernadette Watts “My what big talent she has!”—Kirkus Reviews  “A master in choosing a palette.”—Eric Carle   

All Aboard! Now back in print! A rollicking retelling of the story of Noah’s ark—one of the greatest stories in the Bible—and a timely reminder that our world and its inhabitants need our care.Noah is happy that his ark was finished in time for the great flood. It offers protection to all animals on earth. But it doesn't take long for the animals to become dissatisfied: the giraffe doesn't have enough space, the monkeys complain about the leaky roof. Fortunately, the white dove appears shortly afterwards and brings long-awaited news: land is in sight! The story of Noah's Ark has been told countless times, but rarely as child-friendly and humorously as by Piotr and Jozef Wilkon. Józef and Piotr Wilkon are a prestigious duo—Józef is considered one of the most famous illustrators of books in Poland and his son, Piotr, is a well known theater director and writer. “The ark is a symbol for me. Today we have to think of nature just as Noah thinks of animals.”—Józef Wilkon

The Spanish language edition of the New York Times Bestselling book? The Rainbow Fish. Eye-catching foil stamping, glittering on every page, offers instant child appeal but it is the universal message at the heart of this simple story about a beautiful fish who learns to make friends by sharing his most prized possessions that gives the book its lasting value. El pez arco iris, gracias a sus relucientes escamas, es el pez más bonito de todo el océano. Sin embargo, se encuentras solo. ¿Por qué los demás peces no quieren jugar con él? The rainbow fish with its iridescent scales is the most beautiful fish in the whole ocean. But since he is also vain and proud, he becomes more and more lonely over time. Then he realizes that you can't win friends through beauty. He overcomes his pride and begins to distribute his glitter scales to the other fish.

Fun is just a fresh perspective away in this entertaining book about boredom. What a boring day! Badger doesn't feel like doing anything. Unfortunately, Fox, Squirrel, Blackbird, and Rabbit feel the same way. One after the other, they appear at Badger's door. Even together they don't know what to do. But when Mouse comes over wearing an eye patch, she gets the ball rolling-or rather a pirate ship in motion-and the treasure hunt begins! Badger and his friends are finally on an adventure. Grumpy Badger is back in Moritz Petz's humorous story-that could take place in any child's room-reminding us that boredom often gives rise to the best ideas. Amélie Jackowski's illustrations keep the laughs coming with her unique and humorous details. Praise for The Day Everything Went Wrong "Amelie Jackowski's illustrations are wonderful."- Youth Services Book Review "This sweet Swiss import gives a fresh take on altruism and friendship."-Booklist

To everything there is a season in this beautiful story about gardening, seasons, and treasured memories.This inspiring picture book written by Zoë Tucker and illustrated by Julianna Swaney-the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of We Are the Gardeners by Joanna Gaines-celebrates the friendship between a young girl and an elderly woman as they plant seeds in a community garden alongside friends and neighbors, waiting for the seeds to flower. By mid-summer, the friends welcome a rainbow of color in the garden and picnics in the sun. At harvest, the young girl's elderly friend is bed-ridden, but jubilant as they share baskets with red tomatoes and snap peas amid the sweet smell of lavender. When the last leaves fall, everything is different. But in the spring, hope arises anew.

Opposites attract in this playful book by Binette Schroeder-one of Germany's most beloved illustrators!Mr. Gray thinks his neighbor-the colorful and cheerful Frieda Frolic-is unbearable. She whistles while gardening and happily romps around with her miniature pig. All of this bothers Mr. Gray who only enjoys thinking about his beloved numbers. Then one day Frieda Frolic's bright yellow canary barges into his home. It's an outrage! But when Mr. Gray falls under the spell of Frieda Frolic's wonderfully gray eyes; he soon discovers there's more to life than numbers. Binette Schroeder tells the story of an unlikely couple with humor and charm. In bold, bright illustrations, she shows us what we gain when we open ourselves to chance and let color into our lives. Binette Schroeder's vibrant story is sure to brighten the grayest day.