Gr 1-2–Several cartoon critters hike (Forest) and scuba dive(Odyssey) through forest scenes and undersea neighborhoods in thesetitles. Mitton's tidily rhyming texts point out that “Black bearsare good at climbing/Just see how well they do./These bears arefetching insects/and pinecone nuts to chew” and that “A giant squidlooks scary….” Parker's illustrations give quick impressions ofmoose and gulper eels. A final page in each book presents a bunchof creatures not mentioned in the texts but depicted in the brightspreads, asking, “Did you find…/see…,” and calling for a secondperusal in a quick location game. No additional data for any of theanimals (featured or not) is provided. Patricia Manning, formerlyat Eastchester Public Library, NY Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly ownedsubsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Mouse loves all of his friends in different ways... will they all like the valentines he’s made to show that love

This bestselling collection of classic nursery rhymes includesfavourites such as 'Pat-a-Cake', 'Rock-a-Bye Baby', 'Baa, Baa,Black Sheep' and 'Humpty Dumpty', as well as ABCs, lullabies,finger games, counting rhymes, cumulative tables and nonsenseverse. Illustrated in glorious colour by Faith Jacques.

Dear Zoo is twenty-five years old -- and still as popular as ever! And with an updated look, this children's classic is sure to delight a new generation of readers! 《亲爱的动物园》是一本低幼纸板翻翻书，通过小翻页的巧妙设计，让每一只动物出现的时候都充满了可猜测的神秘感。故事讲述了小朋友写信给动物园，希望得到一只宠物，动物管理员寄给他什么呢？重重的大象、高高的长颈鹿、坏脾气的骆驼、吓人的蛇 等等，可是这些都不太适合做家里的宠物，*后，小朋友收到了一只可爱的小狗狗！这正是他想要的！

The Classic Guide That Helps You Select the Books the ChildYou Know Will Love In this third, fully revised and updated edition of The NewYork Times Parent's Guide to the Best Books for Children, thechildren's book editor of The New York Times Book Review personallyselects and recommends books for children of every age. The most comprehensive and authoritative book of its kind hasbeen completely updated for the new millennium. It containshundreds of new entries, many expanded de*ions, and notationsof additional companion and related titles -- more than l,700 inall. The best-loved classics of the twentieth century are included,as well as a thoughtful selection of outstanding titles from thelast decade. Six sections are organized according to reading level:Wordless, Picture, Story, Early Reading, Middle Reading, and YoungAdult. In addition to a summary of the book, each entry providesthe essential bibliographic information you need to find abook in your local library or bookstore, in

Children love to pretend! Whether it’s flying like an airplaneor galloping like a horse, the delightful songs in this collection,set to both classical and contemporary music, will encourage everychild’s imagination to soar!

These Roly Poly Box books are a completely original design. They roll out and pop-up to provide a whole host of tactile and visual surprises for children of any age. This book is a clever adaptation of the pop-up book. Rather than pages to turn, this cube shaped book unrolls as you count along from one to ten. The pictures have a lovely fluid movement to them and the illustrations are bright and cheerful. ... This book appealed to the two-year-olds who loved the bright moving pictures, to the four-year-olds who liked the way that the book rolled out and back in. We all squealed with delight at the final surprise hidden in the centre of the book.

It’s Christmas Eve, and Spot and his parents prepare for theholiday by trimming the tree, singing carols, and wrapping gifts.But when it’s time for bed, will Spot be able to calm down from allthe holiday excitement before Santa comes? With bold, festivecolors and a child-friendly oversized shape, this book is perfectfor the youngest Spot fans, and perfect for Christmas.

Peter Rabbit loves radishes, and so do all the othercharacters in this entertaining counting book. Poor Peter startsoff with ten juicy radishes all to himself, but that doesn't lastlong as one bunny after another comes hopping up to snaffle hisprize. Luckily, on the last page, Peter finds some juicy lettucesfor his lunch. "Ten Juicy Radishes" is a sturdy board book that canbe read again and again by even the most boisterous toddlers. Aseach page is turned, the number of holes in the page - and thenumber of radishes - goes down, providing a really vividillustration of the mechanics of counting. With a charming rhymeand gorgeous artwork featuring Beatrix Potter's most famouscharacters, this books is also a perfect bedtime read.

Learn the alphabet with the help of this bright and engagingbook. With gorgeous new illustrations and irresistible coverfinishes, this is pocket money power punching well above itsweight.

Identifying different parts of the body is one of the firstthings young children learn to do. This book reinforces and expandsthis vital skill. Sharing it will help children understand thesimilarities and differences between themselves and their favouritecharacters. The simple text is enhanced by a variety of differenttouch and feel materials. With plenty to look at and talk about onevery page, this book is a real delight. The attractive Potterartwork of Peter Rabbit and his friends is loved by all ages. Eachspread features a favourite character with simple rhythmic wordsreflecting the charm of Potter's stories. Children will clamour toread this book again and again, and parents will be happy toagree.

One beautiful day, a shy little kitten embarks on a journeyfilled with adventure! In the course of her wanderings, she meetsan interesting and often amusing collection of fellow creatures.The Shy Little Kitten, with illustrations by the renowned GustafTenggren.

Children will love these colourful cars, trucks and cycles,including a bananamobile and 'bugdozer'. It is suitable forchildren aged 3 to 5 years old. Beep, beep! Honk, honk! Busytown'sresidents are on the go! Richard Scarry's wacky introduction tovehicles both realistic and fanciful brims with his trademarkhumour. Every one of these colourful cars, trucks and cycles, fromthe Cat family's bright red convertible and Postman Pig's mail vanto Banana Gorilla's yellow bananamobile, Wilbur Rabbit's drivablehot dog and Lowly Worm's bugdozer-will delight car-lovingchildren.

Rediscover your favourite characters from "In the NightGarden" in a whole new way! This "Bedtime Little Library" featuresIgglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka, the Tombliboos, thePontipines and the Haahoos as they each settle down for bedtime.These six little board books are housed in their very own slipcase,perfect for reading with your little one before they go to bed.

Spot loves spending the day with his Grandma and Grandpa.Whether he’s helping Grandma make lemonade, or swimming in the poolwith Grandpa, it’s always a fun time when he visits. A follow-up tothe popular Spot Loves His Mommy and Spot Loves His Daddy, thesesimple, colorful board books are perfect for sharing with specialgrandparents anytime!

Spot loves his toys, and so do all his friends! In this newaddition to the popular landscape board book series, Spot's friendsplay all day with his favorite toys?cars, trains, balls, andblocks. But Spot's most cherished toy of all is for him alone?histeddy bear! Full of toys and play, this book is sure to be loads offun for young children everywhere.