Helping mom is no fun for Junjun, so instead of doing as she asks, he utters the "magic" words "rata-pata-scata-fata." By chance or magic, Junjun's wishes come true and all of his chores get done. Is Junjun's magic just a coincidence?
What Animal Needs a Wig? invites readers to the world of animals and riddles, the ultimate combination that children love. Riddles are based on the word play of animals names and zoological facts. Readers are encouraged to turn the pages to see the answers, which accompany fascinating facts about animals.
In this delightful tale of the power of the imagination, Art's supplies come to life in the studio, creating mayhem and magic -- and art! Pastels, pencils and paints, crayons, brushes and markers, everything gets in on the act of creating a mess-terpiece of fun. Chris Tougas' brilliant illustrations and clever text explore the essence of the creative process in a way that children will understand.
Two small robots explore science and technology in their workshop. Enriched by amusing illustrations, witty texts, photos and information boxes, young children will learn the basics of the wheel and axle.
Posey Plans a Party has a lot of "p-word" alliteration and asks kids to count how many "p" words are in the story. The plot portrays Posey and her family planning, assembling, and enjoying a tea party. It's a perfectly pink primer on party planning--the menu, preparations, decorations, the invitation, dress code, entertainment, activities, etc.
Mrs. Gumm finds a turkey egg and raises the poult for Thanksgiving dinner, but will her new friend become her dinner or a guest?
A beginner reader. Snail's team has fallen behind in the final game, but slow as he is, he shows up just in time to save the day.
Warm illustrations convey the deep bond between an old man and his six cats while teaching the reader about the cycle of life.
At twilight, the Screech Owl tracks its prey, but natural camouflage makes it invisible. This seek-and-find book invites children to discover amazing beings hidden among the trees. A key and information guide is included.
Harriet delivers the mail each day, carrying loads of letters and packages in her humongous pouch. After a long week of work, she decides to take time off to go to the beach with her little Joey. Along the way, she encounters a group of hilarious marsupials who ask Harriet to carry their stuff -- from swim fins to a kayak. Poor good-natured Harriet cannot say no until . . .
Confident that her scrapbook will win first prize, Madison is upset when Jonathan wins instead. With consolation from her parents and Courage, her toy lion, she does the right thing and congratulates Jonathan on his success.
Everyone loved Sam and took care of him when he was a kitten, but now that he has grown and comes looking for attention all they do is feed him. So Sam gets fatter and fatter until Mother takes charge. This book teaches an important lesson about caring for pets.
When a very large baby is left on the steps of Town Hall, the villagers decide to raise the girl as their own. Oversized, but not under loved, Valentine wonders if there's a match for her anywhere in the world.
A beginner reader. Cat is terrified of taking his first parachute jump, but with Hippo's reassurance, he goes for it.
Madison wants to ride her bike without training wheels, but after her first fall she loses confidence and doesn't want to try again. Her parents and Hope, her toy bluebird, urge her to keep practicing until she finally manages to ride without training wheels.
Hazel and her mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother all go to visit each other on Mother's Day. But where's great-great-grandmother?
All around the world in cities, towns, and villages, clothes are washed. Smelling Sunshine captures some of the special moments of this day-to-day chore -- a wonderful, heart-warming time shared between parent and child and an experience young readers will relate to.
A Ukrainian folktale about a young man who obtains a flying ship and sets off to win the hand of the Tsarevna --helped by six men with very unusual talents.
It is Alicia's birthday and as she walks through her Latino neighborhood all her neighbors and friends help to make the day very special.
Oscar was hot and bored on the subway train. Then he saw the Island Lady with a huge basket. "Want to know what's inside?" she asked. And out she brought a cool island breeze, the green Caribbean Sea, good things to eat a calypso man and music and everone joined in the fun.
When a young boy leaves his muffin beside a sleeping homeless man, a cycle of goodwill begins. Without a single written word, this book effectively teaches about helping, sharing, and caring.
When the king dies, the queen and her three daughters must work to survive. A giant steals from their garden, and then steals the daughters. The princesses outwit the giant to return home. Themes: ingenuity, perseverance.
Carrie A. Pearson es una ex-profesora elemental y la ganadora del codiciado premio de tutoría de libros ilustrados de Michigan SCBWI. Su obra de no ficción ha aparecido en la revista de historia de Michigan. Junto con su esposo y sus tres hijas (y sus dos Labradoodles), ella hace caminatas, monta en bicicleta, corre, esquía en el bosque, hace windsurf, kayak, surf con remo y nada en las frías aguas del Lake Superior. La idea de Un invierno muy abrigador, su libro debut, surgió de un encuentro con un venado de cola blanca en un día invernal. Carrie y su familia viven en Michigan superior. Visite su sitio Web www.carriepearsonbooks.com.Además de ilustrar Un día muy abrigador, Veo, veo un hábitat, La pequeña murciélaga roja, y Enrique la garza impaciente para Arbordale, Christina Wald ha ilustrado para una amplia variedad de juguetes, juegos, libros y revistas. De un libro que incluía cientos de animales en cada página (Mira, busca y aprende: Animales del mundo) a los juegos, cada asignación cubre algo nuevo y emocionante. En los últimos años, ella ha ilustrado toneladas de animales diferentes para libros y otras publicaciones. Christina goza el aspecto de la investigación de tales proyectos, diciendo que cada libro nuevo es una nueva experiencia de aprendizaje fascinante. A menudo integra sus viajes a la investigación para sus ilustraciones. Ella vive en Ohio con su esposo y tres gatos. Visite el sitio Web de Christina www.christinawald.com.¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo se mantienen calientitos los animales en el invierno? Bueno, ellos se preguntan ¡cómo los humanos lo hacen también! En un giro de perspectiva, los animales salvajes se preguntan si los humanos utilizan las mismas estrategias de adaptación al invierno al igual que ellos. ¿Se acurrucan en un árbol o viajan al sur de México? Mira a través de los ojos de los animales, y descubre las maneras interesantes en que los animales enfrentan los meses fríos del invierno a través de esta historia en rima.
El árbol que trepó el oso es un giro creativo en el clásico, The House that Jack Built. Las personas jóvenes que escuchan y los que leen una edad temprana se enamorarán de la repetición rítmica mientras aprenden las muchas partes de un árbol. Empezando desde las raíces que lo aseguran, esta historia en rima acumulativa escala hasta llegar a un final sorprendente. ¿Por qué está tan ansioso el oso de trepar el árbol y qué sucede cuando llega a lo más alto?
Encuentra las plantas y los animales que viven en los 13 hábitats a lo largo de Norte América.Contado en rima narrativa, Veo, veo un hábitat invita a los niños a “espiar” las plantas, los invertebrados, los pájaros, y los mamíferos que viven en los hábitats de Norte América: el patio, la playa, la ciénaga, la cueva, el desierto, el bosque, la pradera, la montaña, el océano, las planicies, el estanque, el río, y el pantano. Los niños se divertirán descubriendo las características de cada hábitat mientras encuentran e identifican las plantas y los animales que residen en éstos, mientras aprenden acerca de lo que los seres vivos necesitan para sobrevivir.
