Now in print for more than sixty years, this classic story of "the cutest, silliest tugboat you ever saw" continues to delight children around the world. This 8 x 8 edition features watercolor illustrations done in the style of the late Hardie Gramatky. Card catalog de*ion Little Toot the tugboat conquers his fear of rough seas when he single-handedly rescues an ocean liner during a storm.
PreS. There can never be enough truck books for some preschoolers, and those who feel that way are sure to love this one--for the sound and rhythm of the words as well as clear, brightly colored pictures of machines in action. As a boy and his mom watch the activity at a building site, the child hears the pounding of the huge machines. Digger goes "Grrr-clank! Grr-clank! Grrr-clank-clank!"; "Flatbed backs and grunts, then backs and grunts some more"; Cement Mixer rumbles and grumbles. The workmen are Digger's helpers, and the pictures show them climbing and clanging, welding and hammering. When all the work is done, there is a new community center for everyone. After a read-aloud, toddlers will want to play out the construction action again and again.
Hippos? Hyenas? Baboons? Have you ever dreamed of visiting the grasslands of Africa, watching zebras, lions, and wildebeest running free? Did you ever want to photograph a rhino up close and personal, or spot elephants showering in the river? Biologist Christina Allen had big dreams of Africa-and found a way to make those dreams a reality She joined a team of scientists biking along East Africa's Great Rift Valley looking for wildlife. Christina also visited several tribes, witnessing their cultures firsthand! Always ready to accept challenges and laugh at her mistakes, Christina candidly shares the details of her adventure. Humorous and touching, Hippos in the Night is full of hope for the wildlife-and the people-of Africa. 作者简介： Christina Allen grew up in Anchorage, Alaska, where her love for animals and the wilderness was nurtured. She studied biology, geology, and environmental science at Occidental College and spent eight months in Brazil learning about t
The little piggies in Geisert's (Oink Oink) latest porcine paean try to go to market, but are temporarily derailed in this clever caper of a picture book. French emigrants Jambo and Marva Jambonneau and their 12 piglets run a successful tree nursery in Ames, Iowa (an area famous for its nurseries), where they show off their talents as gifted topiarists and raise giant pumpkins. Each autumn, the pigs and their neighbors work overtime to meet local demand for trees trimmed into the shape of turkeys. But after the Jambonneaus put the finishing touches on their first batch of turkey trees, their masterpieces mysteriously disappear during the night. Family teamwork, Marva's quick thinking and the oversize squashes all play a part in discovering the thief just in time for a fine fall harvest sale. Geisert combines history, unique Midwestern color and fun in his simple yet snappy text. His intricate, evocative hand-colored etchings incorporate bits of bright and clunky salvage strewn about the nursery, adding charac
Did you know... That sharks have been around since the time of the dinosaurs? That the smallest shark could fit into the palm of your hand, and the largest is longer than a moving van? You'll find out lots more about sharks in this exciting book!
Mark and Caralyn Buehner’s wildly popular Snowmen at Night and Snowmen at Christmas are both New York Times Bestsellers. Now Snowmen at Night returns in a lavish pop-up format that features six action-packed, interactive spreads with multiple pop-ups, pull-tabs, and other nifty elements. It’s so much fun to play with, Santa might want to add it to his own Christmas list, yet this highly creative pop-up book will make a great gift for any occasion.
The determined Little Blue Engine is back,bringing inspiring and enlightening words of wisdom to graduates of all ages as they make the transition from one phase of life to the next.I Think I Can!provides familiar comfort in changing times and serves as a wonderful gift that will be treasured for years to come.Readers will revisit the story again and again as they move forward along life's path.From"I think I can"to"I knew I could,"The Little Engine That Could helps kids of all ages realize that anything is possible if you just put your mind to it! Celebrate life’s journeys with The Little Engine That Could!Selling over 60,000 copies in the first two months on sale,I Knew You Could!provides familiar comfort in changing times and serves as a wonderful gift that will be treasured for years to come.With inspiring and enlightening words of wisdom,this sweetly nostalgic book is perfect for graduates of all ages as they make the transition from one phase of life to the next.From"I think I can"to"I knew I coul
Dora the Explorer is an acclaimed, highly interactive TV series for preschoolers on Nick Jr . On Dora’s exciting journeys, she teaches children how to observe situations, solve problems, and learn new Spanish words . These lessons are incorporated in Dora the Explorer Mad Libs Junior, and parents will love playing this educational and silly word game with their little explorers! SpongeBob
I've Got the Back-to-School Blues Annie is about to start second grade. But her best friends aren't in her class. Plus, Annie has a new teacher--Ms. Toady! What if Annie's friends forget about her? And what if Ms. Toady is as mean as everyone says? How will Annie ever survive second grade?
Come along as Strawberry and her friends help the Sandman save the Dream Factory from the villainous Purple Pie Man and Sour Grapes! This Sticker Stories title has big, inviting scenes to decorate and over 75 reusable stickers so little girls can experience the Sweet Dreams movie again and again.
First you hear the siren, then you see the lights. Soon, a red blur zooms by— it’s a truck of firefighters to the rescue! From practical jokes in the firehouse to legendary bravery, every detail of a firefighter’s life is fascinating. This picture book’s simple rousing text and playful illustrations allow even the youngest firefighter fans to follow their heroes through an ordinary day of cooking, laughing, putting out a fire and rescuing a beloved pet.
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Fresh out of rehab, teen star Morgan Carter is taking a step out of the spotlight. She just doesn’t realize how big a step. Morgan’s mom sends her to Ft. Wayne, Indiana, to recover. Even with a makeunder, an assumed name, and a fake identity, Middle America is going to mean a serious lifestyle adjustment for this Hollywood starlet.
Basho And The Fox is a Marshall Cavendish publication.
There was once a woman who lived with her daughter in a beau-tiful cabbage garden… Ordered by her mother to drive away the rabbit who is eating up all their cabbages, our maiden obediently "shoo-shoos" the intruder. This is to no effect, and instead of contin- uing her efforts, she climbs upon the rabbit for a ride that ends in a most unexpected situation. Animal guests are gathered and a wedding under way, as the maiden weeps. Ordered by the Rabbit to do what she will not, our bride-to-be takes matters into her own hands. Caldecott Honor artist Holly Meade invokes the Brothers Grimm in a fairy tale she has made her distinctive own. Vibrant water- colors depict seemingly innocent events furthering the overall effect that this is no ordinary story.
Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, and all your favorite fairy-tale characters are back in Shrek the Third. This time, Shrek’s going on a quest to find the next ______ to the throne. Bring the hilarity home with this Mad Libs.
