The Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library
April, 26 2024 07:26:17
Sheep in a Jeep
By Shaw, Nancy
What could be better than a misadventure in board book format from that rambunctious flock of sheep? In "Sheep in a Jeep", the hapless flock goes for a drive in the country. Full color.
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9780395867860
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Book
Queen Victoria's Bathing Machine
By Whelan, Gloria
Prince Albert comes up with a royally creative solution to Queen Victoria's modesty concerns in this true story that reveals an overlooked splash of history.Poor Queen Victoria! She loves to swim, but can't quite figure out how to get to the water without her devoted subjects glimpsing her swimming suit. (Because, of course, such a sight would compromise her regal dignity.) Fortunately for the water-loving monarch, it's Prince Albert to the rescue with an invention fit for a queen! This quirky tale about the longest reigning monarch in British history is as fun as it is authentic, and the book includes a picture of the actual bathing machine Prince Albert created.
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9781416927532
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Book
Where Is the Green Sheep?/Donde esta la oveja verde? Board Book
By Fox, Mem
Little ones are sure to be lulled off to a peaceful, sheep-filled sleep by this cozy book from acclaimed author Mem Fox - now available in a bilingual English/Spanish edition.There are red sheep and blue sheep, wind sheep and wave sheep, scared sheep and brave sheep, but where is the green sheep?The search is on in this cozy, sheep-filled story from acclaimed author Mem Fox and popular Australian cartoonist Judy Horacek. In this edition, each line is translated into Spanish directly below for easy comprehension.Complete with sleepy rhymes and bright illustrations, this book is sure to delight children of all ages, from the very young to those just beginning to read.
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9780152049072
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Hardcover
Mouse Mess
By Riley, Linnea Asplind
With exuberant, brightly colored collages, Riley presents the simple story of a mouse who wakes for a midnight snack and winds up creating a chaotic mess in the family kitchen. "Rhythmic and fun to read aloud." - School Library Journal, starred review. "Wickedly witty." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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9780590100489
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Hardcover
All Fall Down
By Oxenbury, Helen
Helen Oxenbury's delightful board books, featuring her sweet and cuddly babies at play, are back with a whole new look.
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9780689819858
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Book
Julia Donaldson 17 Books Childrens Collection Set
By Donaldson, Julia
Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image In this Listing shall be Dispatched Collectively: Julia Donaldson Collection 17 Books Set:: Titles In This Set: The Snail and the Whale Room on the Broom The Gruffalos Child The Gruffalo The Paper Dolls Tyrannosaurus Drip Cave Baby A Squash and a Squeeze Charlie Cooks Favourite Book Big Book The Smartest Giant In Town Spinderella Night Monkey, Day Monkey The Smeds and the Smoos Tabby Mctat Zog The Highway Rat Superworm
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9780142501122
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Paperback
All of Baby, Nose to Toes
By Adler, Victoria
From eyes to ears and legs to toes, there's a lot for baby to discover, and even more for a family to love. Bright, buoyant art, a catchy rhythm and rhyme, and a roly-poly little baby are sure to inspire plenty of giggling and grabbing and feet-in-the-air-ing. Already a hit in hardcover, this is the perfect first board book for every baby-and for every parent who loves that baby to bits.
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9780803735316
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Board book
One, Two, Buckle My Shoe
By Cabrera, Jane
One, two, buckle my shoe! Three four, run out the door...and pick up this delightful rendition of the beloved nursery rhyme. In this counting picture book it's the little Pigs' birthday; and Rabbit, Little Chicks, and Mommy Hen prepare a yummy surprise. All of the pigs are waiting for the party to begin, but where can those naughty Little Chicks be? Planning a very silly surprise entrance! Young childen will have fun aplenty as they count from 1 to 20 in this cheerful sing-along nursery rhyme awash with Cabrera's vibrant art.
Publisher: n/a
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9780823422302
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Hardcover
The Neighborhood Mother Goose
By Crews, Nina
Every day, children the world over sing, shout, and celebrate Mother Goose rhymes. And now there's a new reason to cheer: Nina Crews has added her own remarkable, jazzy style of illustration to a collection of forty-one favorite verses. Whether it's Jack jumping over a candlestick (atop a cupcake) , Georgie Porgie kissing the girls (at the playground) , or a fine lady riding a white horse (on the carousel) , this exuberant treasury is sure to be read and enjoyed over and over again.
Publisher: n/a
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9780060515737
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Hardcover
I Ain't Gonna Paint No More! )
By Beaumont, Karen
A dab of blue here, a splash of red there, a goopy smear of green . . . everywhere. To the tune of "It Ain't Gonna Rain No More," one creative kid floods his world with color, painting first the walls, then the ceiling, then HIMSELF! Before this feisty artist is through, he'll have painted his head, back, hands, legs, feet, and . . . Oh no--here comes Mama!Karen Beaumont's zippy text and David Catrow's zany illustrations turn an infamous childhood activity into raucous storytime fun, giving a silly twist to the fine art of self-expression.
Publisher: n/a
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9780152024888
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Hardcover
Dinosaur Roar
By Stickland, Paul
Dinosaurs of every shape and size race, roar, and stomp through this colorful book of opposites. And where are all these silly-looking creatures off to? A dinosaur picnic, of course! These prehistoric pranksters and the simple, playful rhymes that accompany them will delight children everywhere. Dinosaur Roar! is an entertaining way to introduce preschoolers to the concept of opposites.
Publisher: n/a
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9780140568080
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Paperback
How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?
By Yolen, Jane
Substituting children for dinosaurs, Jane Yolen explores a world where dinosaurs are animated and with nightly routines. These anthropomorphized reptillians (a cast of 10) run the spectrum of different species, from the Pteranodon to the Stegosaurus. Composed of familiar bedtime scenes, it's the perfect book to read and share with your child right before they go to sleep. With delightfully and humorously drawn illustrations that never grow tiresome or ordinary, it will instantly become one of your child's favorites on its way to becoming a classic.Features: Hardcover book
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9780590316811
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Hardcover
How Big Is a Pig?
By Beaton, Clare
How big is a pig? To find out, follow in the footsteps of a cheerful piglet as he takes you on a trail around the farmyard. You will meet beasts, birds, and insects of all shapes and sizes, until at last you come to a big surprise in the pigsty. With a clever, repetitive text, How Big Is a Pig? offers a gentle and humorous way of introducing pre-school children to all kinds of opposites.
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9781841489599
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Book
Rhyming Dust Bunnies
By Thomas, Jan
Bug! Rug! Mug! Hug! These dust bunnies love to rhyme. Well, except for Bob. Much to the other bunnies' frustration, Bob can never get the rhythm right. Then he saves everyone from a big, scary monster wielding - gasp! - a broom, and they all breathe a sigh of relief. But can Bob save them from the big, scary monster's next attack? Vrrrrrroooommm . . .
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9781416979760
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Book
EVERYWHERE BABIES
By Meyers, Susan
Every day, everywhere, babies are born. They're kissed and dressed and rocked and fed--and completely adored by the families who love them. With an irresistible rhyming text and delightfully endearing illustrations, here is an exuberant celebration of playing, sleeping, crawling, and of course, very noisy babies doing all the wonderful things babies do best.
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9780152053154
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Print book
Ten on the Sled
By Norman, Kim
A favorite children's song ("Ten on the Bed") gets a delightfully slippery, slide-y twist! In the land of the midnight sun, all the animals are having fun speeding down the hill on Caribou's sled. But as they go faster and faster, Seal, Hare, Walrus, and the others all fall off . . . until just the caribou's left, only and lonely. Now, a reindeer likes flying-but never alone, so . . . all the animals leap onto the sled again! This beloved story is new in board and abridged for a preschool audience, and it's ideal for reading, counting, and singing along with, over and over.
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9781454911913
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Print book
Each Peach Pear Plum
By Ahlberg, Janet
'Each Peach Pear Plum' is a classic picture book that won the Kate Greenaway Medal. In pictures and words it introduces the very youngest of readers to a number of characters from traditional stories.
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9780140506396
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Book
One Duck Stuck
By Root, Phyllis
"Perfect for reading aloud, this counting book not only contains bright bold illustrations but also has lots of . . . sound effects that children will love to replicate." - BooklistDown by the marsh,by the sleepy,slimy marsh,one duckgets stuck in the muck . . .Can two fish, tails going swish, help? What about three moose, munching on spruce? Bright, spirited illustrations by Jane Chapman enhance this one-of-a-kind counting tale by Phyllis Root - a feast of sounds and numbers that will have listeners scrambling to join in the slippy, sloppy fun.
Publisher: n/a
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9780763615666
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Paperback
Trashy Town
By Zimmerman, Andrea
I dump it inI smash it downI drive around the trashy townMeet Mr. Gilly. He cleans up Trashy Town. He does it with a big smile and a big truck--which is sure to make him a hero with all the children in the neighborhood. David Clemesha and Andrea Zimmerman have created a rhythmic, repeatable refrain that will roll off the lips of every child. Dan Yaccarino's dynamic art puts the zip in Mr. Gilly's stride and adds style and charm to trash collection. 2000 Notable Children's Books (ALA)
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9780060271398
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Book
Gaston
By Dipucchio, Kelly
A bulldog and a poodle learn that family is about love, not appearances in this adorable doggy tale from New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and illustrator Christian Robinson.This is the story of four puppies: Fi-Fi, Foo-Foo, Ooh-La-La, and Gaston. Gaston works the hardest at his lessons on how to be a proper pooch. He sips - never slobbers! He yips - never yaps! And he walks with grace - never races! Gaston fits right in with his poodle sisters. But a chance encounter with a bulldog family in the park - Rocky, Ricky, Bruno, and Antoinette - reveals there's been a mix-up, and so Gaston and Antoinette switch places. The new families look right ... but they don't feel right. Can these puppies follow their noses - and their hearts - to find where they belong?
Publisher: n/a
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9781442451025
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Hardcover
The Farmer's Away! Baa! Neigh!
By Kennedy, Anne Vittur
When you see a horse, say neigh The animal sounds tell the story in an infectiously rhythmic picture book that's a delight to read aloud. What mischief do the animals get up to when the farmer's back is turned? Anne Vittur Kennedy lets us know in the animals' own words There will be boating, of course, and a picnic, a rollercoaster ride, Jet Skiing, a hot-air balloon, ballroom dancing -- oh, no Could that "arf arf arf "mean the farmer's heading back? Even the youngest listeners can read this book aloud by following along with the pictures and making each animal's sound.
Publisher: n/a
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9780763666798
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Book
Moose on the Loose
By Wargin, Kathy-jo
What would you do with a moose on the loose? Would you chase him, or race him, or stand up to face him? What would you do with a moose on the loose? What would you do with a moose in your yard? Or in your house? How about in your room? Or in your tub? Would you give him two boats? Would you see if he floats? What would you do? Colorful, comic artwork highlights the hilarity that ensues when wildlife wanders indoors. Can boy best beast? By story's end, young readers will know exactly what to do when a moose goes on the loose! Kathy-jo Wargin is the bestselling author of more than 30 books for children. Among her many awards for her work are an IRA Children's Choice Award for The Legend of the Loon and an IRA Teachers' Choice Award for Win One for the Gipper. Kathy-jo lives in Minnetonka, Minnesota. John Bendall-Brunello began drawing at quite a young age, and especially loves illustrating animals and children, capturing movement and life within simple and bold compositions. He has illustrated over 60 children's books. John lives part of the year in Cambridge, England, and part in Cannes in the south of France.
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9781585364275
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Book
Pretend You're a Cat
By Marzollo, Jean
In these rollicking verses note author Jean Marzollo urges young readers to stretch their minds as well as their bodies, thinking and acting like a fish or bird or chick or cow--or a leaping, hissing, purring kitty. 31 full-color illustrations.
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9780613017039
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Book
Hush! A Thai Lullaby
By Ho, Minfong
This book contains a lullaby which asks animals such as a lizard, monkey, and water buffalo to be quiet and not disturb the sleeping baby. 1997 Caldecott Honor Book
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9780531071663
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Paperback
Is Your Mama a Llama?
By Guarino, Deborah
With humorous rhymes, six lovable animals help Lloyd the llama discover what kind of animal his mama is.
This item is Non-Returnable.
Sheep in a Jeep
By Shaw, Nancy
What could be better than a misadventure in board book format from that rambunctious flock of sheep? In "Sheep in a Jeep", the hapless flock goes for a drive in the country. Full color.
Queen Victoria's Bathing Machine
By Whelan, Gloria
Prince Albert comes up with a royally creative solution to Queen Victoria's modesty concerns in this true story that reveals an overlooked splash of history.Poor Queen Victoria! She loves to swim, but can't quite figure out how to get to the water without her devoted subjects glimpsing her swimming suit. (Because, of course, such a sight would compromise her regal dignity.) Fortunately for the water-loving monarch, it's Prince Albert to the rescue with an invention fit for a queen! This quirky tale about the longest reigning monarch in British history is as fun as it is authentic, and the book includes a picture of the actual bathing machine Prince Albert created.
Where Is the Green Sheep?/Donde esta la oveja verde? Board Book
By Fox, Mem
Little ones are sure to be lulled off to a peaceful, sheep-filled sleep by this cozy book from acclaimed author Mem Fox - now available in a bilingual English/Spanish edition.There are red sheep and blue sheep, wind sheep and wave sheep, scared sheep and brave sheep, but where is the green sheep?The search is on in this cozy, sheep-filled story from acclaimed author Mem Fox and popular Australian cartoonist Judy Horacek. In this edition, each line is translated into Spanish directly below for easy comprehension.Complete with sleepy rhymes and bright illustrations, this book is sure to delight children of all ages, from the very young to those just beginning to read.
Mouse Mess
By Riley, Linnea Asplind
With exuberant, brightly colored collages, Riley presents the simple story of a mouse who wakes for a midnight snack and winds up creating a chaotic mess in the family kitchen. "Rhythmic and fun to read aloud." - School Library Journal, starred review. "Wickedly witty." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review
All Fall Down
By Oxenbury, Helen
Helen Oxenbury's delightful board books, featuring her sweet and cuddly babies at play, are back with a whole new look.
Julia Donaldson 17 Books Childrens Collection Set
By Donaldson, Julia
Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image In this Listing shall be Dispatched Collectively: Julia Donaldson Collection 17 Books Set:: Titles In This Set: The Snail and the Whale Room on the Broom The Gruffalos Child The Gruffalo The Paper Dolls Tyrannosaurus Drip Cave Baby A Squash and a Squeeze Charlie Cooks Favourite Book Big Book The Smartest Giant In Town Spinderella Night Monkey, Day Monkey The Smeds and the Smoos Tabby Mctat Zog The Highway Rat Superworm
All of Baby, Nose to Toes
By Adler, Victoria
From eyes to ears and legs to toes, there's a lot for baby to discover, and even more for a family to love. Bright, buoyant art, a catchy rhythm and rhyme, and a roly-poly little baby are sure to inspire plenty of giggling and grabbing and feet-in-the-air-ing. Already a hit in hardcover, this is the perfect first board book for every baby-and for every parent who loves that baby to bits.
One, Two, Buckle My Shoe
By Cabrera, Jane
One, two, buckle my shoe! Three four, run out the door...and pick up this delightful rendition of the beloved nursery rhyme. In this counting picture book it's the little Pigs' birthday; and Rabbit, Little Chicks, and Mommy Hen prepare a yummy surprise. All of the pigs are waiting for the party to begin, but where can those naughty Little Chicks be? Planning a very silly surprise entrance! Young childen will have fun aplenty as they count from 1 to 20 in this cheerful sing-along nursery rhyme awash with Cabrera's vibrant art.
The Neighborhood Mother Goose
By Crews, Nina
Every day, children the world over sing, shout, and celebrate Mother Goose rhymes. And now there's a new reason to cheer: Nina Crews has added her own remarkable, jazzy style of illustration to a collection of forty-one favorite verses. Whether it's Jack jumping over a candlestick (atop a cupcake) , Georgie Porgie kissing the girls (at the playground) , or a fine lady riding a white horse (on the carousel) , this exuberant treasury is sure to be read and enjoyed over and over again.
I Ain't Gonna Paint No More! )
By Beaumont, Karen
A dab of blue here, a splash of red there, a goopy smear of green . . . everywhere. To the tune of "It Ain't Gonna Rain No More," one creative kid floods his world with color, painting first the walls, then the ceiling, then HIMSELF! Before this feisty artist is through, he'll have painted his head, back, hands, legs, feet, and . . . Oh no--here comes Mama!Karen Beaumont's zippy text and David Catrow's zany illustrations turn an infamous childhood activity into raucous storytime fun, giving a silly twist to the fine art of self-expression.
Dinosaur Roar
By Stickland, Paul
Dinosaurs of every shape and size race, roar, and stomp through this colorful book of opposites. And where are all these silly-looking creatures off to? A dinosaur picnic, of course! These prehistoric pranksters and the simple, playful rhymes that accompany them will delight children everywhere. Dinosaur Roar! is an entertaining way to introduce preschoolers to the concept of opposites.
How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?
By Yolen, Jane
Substituting children for dinosaurs, Jane Yolen explores a world where dinosaurs are animated and with nightly routines. These anthropomorphized reptillians (a cast of 10) run the spectrum of different species, from the Pteranodon to the Stegosaurus. Composed of familiar bedtime scenes, it's the perfect book to read and share with your child right before they go to sleep. With delightfully and humorously drawn illustrations that never grow tiresome or ordinary, it will instantly become one of your child's favorites on its way to becoming a classic.Features: Hardcover book
How Big Is a Pig?
By Beaton, Clare
How big is a pig? To find out, follow in the footsteps of a cheerful piglet as he takes you on a trail around the farmyard. You will meet beasts, birds, and insects of all shapes and sizes, until at last you come to a big surprise in the pigsty. With a clever, repetitive text, How Big Is a Pig? offers a gentle and humorous way of introducing pre-school children to all kinds of opposites.
Rhyming Dust Bunnies
By Thomas, Jan
Bug! Rug! Mug! Hug! These dust bunnies love to rhyme. Well, except for Bob. Much to the other bunnies' frustration, Bob can never get the rhythm right. Then he saves everyone from a big, scary monster wielding - gasp! - a broom, and they all breathe a sigh of relief. But can Bob save them from the big, scary monster's next attack? Vrrrrrroooommm . . .
EVERYWHERE BABIES
By Meyers, Susan
Every day, everywhere, babies are born. They're kissed and dressed and rocked and fed--and completely adored by the families who love them. With an irresistible rhyming text and delightfully endearing illustrations, here is an exuberant celebration of playing, sleeping, crawling, and of course, very noisy babies doing all the wonderful things babies do best.
Ten on the Sled
By Norman, Kim
A favorite children's song ("Ten on the Bed") gets a delightfully slippery, slide-y twist! In the land of the midnight sun, all the animals are having fun speeding down the hill on Caribou's sled. But as they go faster and faster, Seal, Hare, Walrus, and the others all fall off . . . until just the caribou's left, only and lonely. Now, a reindeer likes flying-but never alone, so . . . all the animals leap onto the sled again! This beloved story is new in board and abridged for a preschool audience, and it's ideal for reading, counting, and singing along with, over and over.
Each Peach Pear Plum
By Ahlberg, Janet
'Each Peach Pear Plum' is a classic picture book that won the Kate Greenaway Medal. In pictures and words it introduces the very youngest of readers to a number of characters from traditional stories.
One Duck Stuck
By Root, Phyllis
"Perfect for reading aloud, this counting book not only contains bright bold illustrations but also has lots of . . . sound effects that children will love to replicate." - BooklistDown by the marsh,by the sleepy,slimy marsh,one duckgets stuck in the muck . . .Can two fish, tails going swish, help? What about three moose, munching on spruce? Bright, spirited illustrations by Jane Chapman enhance this one-of-a-kind counting tale by Phyllis Root - a feast of sounds and numbers that will have listeners scrambling to join in the slippy, sloppy fun.
Trashy Town
By Zimmerman, Andrea
I dump it inI smash it downI drive around the trashy townMeet Mr. Gilly. He cleans up Trashy Town. He does it with a big smile and a big truck--which is sure to make him a hero with all the children in the neighborhood. David Clemesha and Andrea Zimmerman have created a rhythmic, repeatable refrain that will roll off the lips of every child. Dan Yaccarino's dynamic art puts the zip in Mr. Gilly's stride and adds style and charm to trash collection. 2000 Notable Children's Books (ALA)
Gaston
By Dipucchio, Kelly
A bulldog and a poodle learn that family is about love, not appearances in this adorable doggy tale from New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and illustrator Christian Robinson.This is the story of four puppies: Fi-Fi, Foo-Foo, Ooh-La-La, and Gaston. Gaston works the hardest at his lessons on how to be a proper pooch. He sips - never slobbers! He yips - never yaps! And he walks with grace - never races! Gaston fits right in with his poodle sisters. But a chance encounter with a bulldog family in the park - Rocky, Ricky, Bruno, and Antoinette - reveals there's been a mix-up, and so Gaston and Antoinette switch places. The new families look right ... but they don't feel right. Can these puppies follow their noses - and their hearts - to find where they belong?
The Farmer's Away! Baa! Neigh!
By Kennedy, Anne Vittur
When you see a horse, say neigh The animal sounds tell the story in an infectiously rhythmic picture book that's a delight to read aloud. What mischief do the animals get up to when the farmer's back is turned? Anne Vittur Kennedy lets us know in the animals' own words There will be boating, of course, and a picnic, a rollercoaster ride, Jet Skiing, a hot-air balloon, ballroom dancing -- oh, no Could that "arf arf arf "mean the farmer's heading back? Even the youngest listeners can read this book aloud by following along with the pictures and making each animal's sound.
Moose on the Loose
By Wargin, Kathy-jo
What would you do with a moose on the loose? Would you chase him, or race him, or stand up to face him? What would you do with a moose on the loose? What would you do with a moose in your yard? Or in your house? How about in your room? Or in your tub? Would you give him two boats? Would you see if he floats? What would you do? Colorful, comic artwork highlights the hilarity that ensues when wildlife wanders indoors. Can boy best beast? By story's end, young readers will know exactly what to do when a moose goes on the loose! Kathy-jo Wargin is the bestselling author of more than 30 books for children. Among her many awards for her work are an IRA Children's Choice Award for The Legend of the Loon and an IRA Teachers' Choice Award for Win One for the Gipper. Kathy-jo lives in Minnetonka, Minnesota. John Bendall-Brunello began drawing at quite a young age, and especially loves illustrating animals and children, capturing movement and life within simple and bold compositions. He has illustrated over 60 children's books. John lives part of the year in Cambridge, England, and part in Cannes in the south of France.
Pretend You're a Cat
By Marzollo, Jean
In these rollicking verses note author Jean Marzollo urges young readers to stretch their minds as well as their bodies, thinking and acting like a fish or bird or chick or cow--or a leaping, hissing, purring kitty. 31 full-color illustrations.
Hush! A Thai Lullaby
By Ho, Minfong
This book contains a lullaby which asks animals such as a lizard, monkey, and water buffalo to be quiet and not disturb the sleeping baby. 1997 Caldecott Honor Book
Is Your Mama a Llama?
By Guarino, Deborah
With humorous rhymes, six lovable animals help Lloyd the llama discover what kind of animal his mama is. This item is Non-Returnable.