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Published by Holiday House Inc, United States, New York, 1995
ISBN 10: 0823412725ISBN 13: 9780823412723
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 1976
ISBN 10: 082340269XISBN 13: 9780823402694
Seller: Anna's Books, Branson, MO, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Rounds, Glen (illustrator). Weekly Reader Children's Book Club Editi. There is no dust jacket. The cover has a small amount of tape residue on the back and very light scuffing and wear from handling. The binding is tight and the pages look practically new with no marks or highlighting. [000043-C].
Published by Holiday House, Inc./New York,, 1996
ISBN 10: 0823412245ISBN 13: 9780823412242
Seller: Alf Books, Menomonie, WI, U.S.A.
Book First Edition
hard cover, reinforced binding, unpaged, 10 1/4 x 9 1/4 inches, 1st edition, fine book condition, fine dust jacket condition, juvenile picture book,
Published by Holiday House, Inc./New York, 1994
ISBN 10: 0823410420ISBN 13: 9780823410422
Seller: Alf Books, Menomonie, WI, U.S.A.
Book First Edition
Griffith, Gershom (illustrator). hard cover, unpaged, 9 1/4 x 10 1/4 inches, 1st edition, very good + book condition, very good dust jacket, juvenile picture book,
Published by Holiday House, Inc.,/New York,, 1996
ISBN 10: 0823412202ISBN 13: 9780823412204
Seller: Alf Books, Menomonie, WI, U.S.A.
Book First Edition
hard cover, 152 pages, 5 3/4 x 8 1/2 inches, first edition, fine book condition, fine dust jacket, fiction,
Published by Holiday House Inc, United States, New York, 1992
ISBN 10: 082341065XISBN 13: 9780823410651
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Byrd, Samuel (illustrator). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by A Bantam Skylark Book from Holiday House, Inc./New York,, 1992
ISBN 10: 0553154346ISBN 13: 9780553154344
Seller: Alf Books, Menomonie, WI, U.S.A.
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soft cover, gift inscription inside the front cover, 218 pages, 5 1/8 x 7 5/8 inches, very good book condition, no dust jacket, juvenile fiction,
Published by Holiday House, Inc./New York,, 1998
ISBN 10: 0823413519ISBN 13: 9780823413515
Seller: Alf Books, Menomonie, WI, U.S.A.
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Scruton, Clive (illustrator). new book, fine dust jacket condition, juvenile picture book,
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2017
ISBN 10: 0823438805ISBN 13: 9780823438808
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Sleepy Pig just wants to take a nap, but his barnyard pals have other plans for him in this hilarious early reader.Tired of all the noise his farm friends are making, Pig hatches an ingenious plan to catch some zs. But wait, in a surprise ending, Pig learns that his friends have been planning a birthday party just for him all along. So much for napping! Humorous cartoon illustrations, a fun story line, and an easily decodable text make for a real treat for new readers. An I Like to Read book, Guided Reading Level B. The award-winning I Like to Read(c) series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustratorsincluding winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honorscreate original, high quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read with parents, teachers, or on their own!This Level B book, suitable for kindergarten readers, features short sentences and high-frequency words. The illustrations provide clues to word meanings. When Level B is mastered, follow up with Level C. Poor Pig! He just wants to take a nap, but his barnyard pals are making a terrible racket. Pig hatches a plan to block all the noise, and then learns that his friends have been planning a birthday party just for him. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, United States, New York, 1990
ISBN 10: 0823409503ISBN 13: 9780823409501
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Wallner, John; Wallner, Alexandra (illustrator). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Holiday House Inc, United States, New York, 1988
ISBN 10: 0823407985ISBN 13: 9780823407989
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Stevens, Janet (illustrator). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2019
ISBN 10: 0823442713ISBN 13: 9780823442713
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Wallner, John; Wallner, Alexandra (illustrator). Paperback. An elegantly repackaged edition in DAVID A. ADLER'S popular A Picture Book of . . . SeriesThe founder of modern nursing comes to life in this accessible biography for young readers.Born and raised in a wealthy family, no one expected Florence Nightingale to grow up to do dirty work. But she found her life's calling after witnessing firsthand the atrocious conditions at hospitals in the mid 1800s. Where everyone else saw unavoidable chaos, Florence saw opportunity for order. She developed strict standards of hygiene and established extensive nurse training. Her new systems significantly lowered death rates and revolutionized the healthcare landscape of her time.When she was thirty-eight years old, Florence contracted Crimean fever and remained homebound for the rest of her life. She continued to fight for nursing reform and sanitary conditions, working from her bed as she met distinguished guests and published papers.This informative entry in Adler's well-known series contains biography, facts, and history accompanied by charming illustrations. The founder of modern nursing comes to life in this accessible biography for young readers. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2018
ISBN 10: 0823440141ISBN 13: 9780823440146
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Arnold, Tedd (illustrator). Paperback. Tedd Arnoldthe guy who does Fly Guyand his storyteller friends are bringing folktale tomfoolery into the 21st Century, with this Geisel Honor-winning companion to Noodlehead Nightmares. Although Mac and Mac are as hollow-headed as, well, noodles, they're always coming up with brilliant schemes. For instance, they're absolutely certain Mom will bake them a cake if they gather some firewood for her. But when their friend Meatball offers to trade them a handful of firewood seeds, the gullible brothers can't foresee what will happen next. . . Illustrated by Tedd Arnold, whose Fly Guy series is a kid favorite, this graphic novel is perfect for comic fans and reluctant readers, with short, funny chapters following Mac and Mac through ridiculous adventures. Full of wordplay, jokes, and slapstick humor, the Noodlehead series is sure to delight. Based on traditional world folktales and stories of fools, the Noodleheads also encourage critical thinking, inviting kids to use their noodles spotting the holes in the brothers' grand plans, and anticipating how things will go awry. Source notes from professional storytellers Martha Hamilton and Mitch Weiss provide more information about the traditional stories that inspired Mac and Mac's mishaps, showing how these comic motifs feature in folklore and legends all around the world and offering opportunities for further reading. This easy-to-read series is an accessible introduction to stories of fools, and a great next read for fans of the Fly Guy books. A Junior Library Guild selection! Inspired by folktales about fools from around the world, brothers Mac and Mac Noodlehead exasperate Uncle Ziti, are fooled by their friend Meatball, and make a garden for their mother. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2023
ISBN 10: 0823453197ISBN 13: 9780823453191
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Do you want to be famous? Mac and Mac do. How? By doing the impossible! You'll laugh out loud at the funny adventures in this comic-style book.First they decide to walk around the world. But when Mom says it's too far for them to go, they decide to count the stars. They reach a bazillion when they see that some of the stars have fallen into Mom's washtub.Mac and Mac rescue the fallen stars, but then lose count. They decide to count grains of sand instead.Then . . . while counting grains of sand, they realize THEY'VE WALKED AROUND THE WORLD!!!This sixth book in the Noodleheads graphic novel series is perfect for comic fans and reluctant readers. Short chapters--full of wordplay, jokes, and slapstick humor--follow Mac and Mac through their funny adventures. It is co-written and illustrated by Tedd Arnold, known for his popular Fly Guy series.Based on traditional world folktales and stories of fools, the Noodleheads encourage critical thinking. They invite readers to use their noodles to spot holes in the brothers' grand plans.Source notes by co-authors Martha Hamilton and Mitch Weiss, professional storytellers known as Beauty and the Beast, provide information about the traditional stories that inspired Mac and Mac's mishaps and give suggestions for further reading.This easy-to-read series, including the Geisel Honor book Noodleheads See the Future, is an accessible introduction to stories of fools, and a great next read for fans of the Fly Guy books.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection After hearing Uncle Ziti's unbelievable story about a snake and a frog, brothers Mac and Mac are captivated by the idea of doing something impossible so that perhaps one day people will tell tales about their amazing feats. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2023
ISBN 10: 0823454274ISBN 13: 9780823454273
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Taking it easy is easy peasy, until Mac and Mac give it a try! This colorful graphic novel will have 1st and 2nd grade independent readers laughing out loud at Noodleheads' funny adventures.Mac and Mac want to take it easy and eat their favorite pie, but making pie isn't as easy as eating it! Or is it? Along the way they their friends and mom give them tricks to make it as easy as.well pie! But the boys' shenanigans make things harder than they need to be. Will Mac and Mac get to have their pie and eat it too?This seventh book in the Noodleheads graphic novel series is perfect for comic fans and reluctant readers. Short chapters--full of wordplay, jokes, and slapstick humor--follow Mac and Mac through their funny adventures. It is co-written and illustrated by Tedd Arnold, known for his popular Fly Guy series.Based on traditional world folktales and stories of fools, the Noodleheads encourage critical thinking. They invite readers to use their noodles to spot holes in the brothers' grand plans. Source notes by co-authors Martha Hamilton and Mitch Weiss, professional storytellers known as Beauty and the Beast, provide information about the traditional stories that inspired Mac and Mac's mishaps and give suggestions for further reading.This easy-to-read series, including the Geisel Honor book Noodleheads See the Future, is an accessible introduction to stories of fools, and a great next read for fans of the Fly Guy books. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2009
ISBN 10: 0823422062ISBN 13: 9780823422067
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Every child studies dental care in school and this lively picture book makes learning how to care for your teeth fun.Taking good care of your teeth and gums is an important part of maintaining overall health. After all, you need your pearly whites to eat, smile, and talk. But what should you expect when you go to the dentist? What should you do if you lose a tooth? Full of straightforward advice and animated, colorful art, as well as some bite-sized bits of history and lore, this guide provides accessible information about taking care of your teeth. The much-needed dental advice in this book is both timely and accessible to today's children.The "Monster Health Book", companion title to "The Tooth Book", was named a Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year and earned shining reviews. Filled with lively art and tasty bits of history and lore, this accessible guidebook makes learning how to care teeth fun for little ones. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2008
ISBN 10: 0823421538ISBN 13: 9780823421534
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. What are vegetables, anyway? Give kids the 411 on veggies with this richly illustrated introduction to produce! Peppers, beans, corn, and peas! Nonfiction superstar Gail Gibbons lays out the basics of veggies with colorful watercolors and straightforward text. Learn how they grow, how they get to stores, and how many kinds there areand learn some weird trivia, too! Diagrams, cross sections, and illustrations get kids up close and personal with glossy red peppers, plump orange pumpkins, delectable little peas, and dozens of other vegetables in this essential primer on the subject. Illustrations and simple text describe the various vegetables people eat. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2014
ISBN 10: 0823430499ISBN 13: 9780823430499
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Miller, Edward (illustrator). Paperback. How long would it take to count to a billion without stopping? How many pizzas could a million dollars buy? Big numbers-- like millions, billions, and trillions-- are hard to visualize. In this book, the dynamic duo of David A. Adler and Edward Miller illustrate and explain these huge numbers in a lighthearted, easy-to-imagine way. Whether it's a trillion pieces of popcorn, a billion dollars, or even bigger numbers, the concrete examples in Millions, Billions, & Trillions, laid out in simple, kid-friendly language and bright, cartoony illustrations, will help young readers make sense of large values and develop a sense of scale. From the masterful team of David A. Adler-- a former math teacher-- and Edward Miller comes another great introduction to mathematical concepts for young readers. Don't miss their other collaborations, including Squares, Rectangles, and Other Quadrilaterals, Money Math, Place Value, and Let's Estimate! The winning nonfiction team returns with a larger-than-life math book that is sure to fascinate young readers. Huge numbers are hard to comprehend. This book explains quantities in terms children can understand. For example, one million dollars could buy two full pizzas a day for more than sixty-eight years. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2013
ISBN 10: 0823427587ISBN 13: 9780823427581
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. On a windy spring day, Bear sniffs the air. Could it be. . . Kite day? Rushing home he tells Mole, and the two fast friends get to work building a kite of their own. They study, and collect, and measure, and constructand soon, their kite is flying high above the meadow. But when a storm rumbles inSNAP!the kite string breaks, and all their hard work soars away. Chasing after it, Mole and Bear discover all is not lostwedged in the branches of a tree, their kite protects a nest of baby birds from the pouring rain. Will Hillenbrand's Bear and Mole series is the perfect choice for storytime sharing or reading aloud. Strong verbs, repetitive phrases, and fun-to-read sounds keep young listeners and readers engaged with the story, while the gentle illustrations add detail and quiet humor. Kids will delight in poring over these books again and again. Don't miss the other Bear and Mole titles, including All For a Dime, Spring is Here, and First Star! On a windy spring day Bear and Mole decide to fly a kite. But when a storm rumbles in, the kite string breaks! The two friends tear after their kite and find it in a tree, protecting a nest of baby birds from the rain. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2024
ISBN 10: 0823458423ISBN 13: 9780823458424
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A day with Dad is a day packed with fun! Eating too many pancakes is just the beginning. Morning rain means it's time for board games. When the sun comes back out, so do bikes and kites. Pup the dog tags along, too! Back home, the evening continues with mac and cheese, movies, and a phone call from Mom. Then Dad has one more surprise- PILLOW FIGHT!Young readers can enjoy this simply-worded story independently, or cuddle up for some quality father-child time of their own.For early-to-mid first grade readers, Level G books feature more complex storylines than prior levels, and a wider variety of structure and punctuation. Illustrations offer support for decoding the more challenging vocabulary words introduced.The award-winning I Like to Read series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators--including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors--create original, high quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read with parents, teachers, or on their own!Games, kites, a bike ride, and mac and cheese-it's fun to spend a day with Dad. First-graders can read this Level G story on their own!A day with Dad is a day packed with fun! Eating too many pancakes is just the beginning. Morning rain means it's time for board games. When the sun comes back out, so do bikes and kites. Pup the dog tags along, too! Back home, the evening continues with mac and cheese, movies, and a phone call from Mom. Then Dad has one more surprise- PILLOW FIGHT!Young readers can enjoy this simply-worded story independently, or cuddle up for some quality father-child time of their own.For early-to-mid first grade readers, Level G books feature more complex storylines than prior levels, and a wider variety of structure and punctuation. Illustrations offer support for decoding the more challenging vocabulary words introduced.The award-winning I Like to Read series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators--including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors--create original, high quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read with parents, teachers, or on their own! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 1975
ISBN 10: 0823405311ISBN 13: 9780823405312
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. You see, clouds are fun, silly, and very interesting. Tomie dePaolabest-selling author of Strega Nona, Quiet, and many othersknows a lot about clouds. He also knows a lot about what people think of them. Some people see animals and pictures in clouds. The ancient Greeks believed that Hermes, the messenger of the gods, once stole the sun's cattle, which were clouds. In this unique picture book, Tomie introduces some of the most common types of clouds, as well as the myths and legends inspired by their shapes. Simple, whimsical illustrations show the variations in shape and color that herald changes in the weather. This book will tell you many things about clouds we bet you didn't know. Filled with his signature humor and gentle illustrations, Tomie dePaola's approach to nonfiction is like no other. A Reading Rainbow book. This fun-filled, interesting book introduces readers to the 10 most common types of clouds, myths that have been inspired by their shapes, and what they can tell about coming weather changes. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
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Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 1996
ISBN 10: 0823413209ISBN 13: 9780823413201
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Paperback. Condition: new. Lloyd, Megan (illustrator). Paperback. What can you do with too many pumpkins?Rebecca Estelle has hated pumpkins ever since she was a girl when pumpkins were often the only food her family had. When an enormous pumpkin falls off a truck and smashes in her yard, she shovels dirt over the pieces and forgets about them. But those slimy pumpkin smithereens sprout up in autumn, and Rebecca Estelle finds a sea of pumpkins in her garden. A heartwarming classic for more than twenty years, this story shows what happens when one thrifty gardener figures out how to make other people happy with the squash she can't stomach.Filled with colorful illustrations from a season of gardening, this is a perfect book for young gardeners and pumpkin lovers. Its wonderful lesson about helping others can be appreciated in the classroom or at home. With countless unwelcome pumpkins to deal with, Rebecca Estelle turns disaster into a celebration. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2012
ISBN 10: 0823425940ISBN 13: 9780823425945
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Björkman, Steve (illustrator). Paperback. Running into the school to escape a hungry owl was easy. But with the door locked and an angry dog chasing him, how will Twitch the squirrel get back out?He'll need a hand, of course. . . . and maybe a paw, a fin, and a wing, too. Can the classroom pets-including Sweetie the library rat, a snake named Angel, and the first graders' Green Eggs and Hamster-help Twitch get back to his cozy home in the trees?Each chapter is told in the voice of a different animal as the squirrel works his way through the school, visiting each classroom and trying to stay one step ahead of the principal's menacing dog, Cuddles. The different perspectives make this a perfect introduction to narrative point-of-view-and an extra-funny read-aloud.Lively black and white illustrations add to the humor, depicting Twitch's mad dash through the school and the chaos created by a band of class pets on the loose. With short, funny chapters, young readers will race through this novel to find out what the pets do next.For more of Twitch's adventures, check out Squirrel in the House and Squirrel in the Museum.Running into the school to escape a hungry owl was easy. But with the door locked and an angry dog chasing him, how will Twitch the squirrel get back out?He'll need a hand, of course. . . . and maybe a paw, a fin, and a wing, too. Can the classroom pets-including Sweetie the library rat, a snake named Angel, and the first graders' Green Eggs and Hamster-help Twitch get back to his cozy home in the trees?Each chapter is told in the voice of a different animal as the squirrel works his way through the school, visiting each classroom and trying to stay one step ahead of the principal's menacing dog, Cuddles. The different perspectives make this a perfect introduction to narrative point-of-view-and an extra-funny read-aloud.Lively black and white illustrations add to the humor, depicting Twitch's mad dash through the school and the chaos created by a band of class pets on the loose. With short, funny chapters, young readers will race through this novel to find out what the pets do next.For more of Twitch's adventures, check out Squirrel in the House and Squirrel in the Museum. While trying to excape from a hungry owl, Twitch the squirrel roused the principal's dog and got chased into a school. Now he's locked in! Can the other school pets save Twitch from the crazed canine? In this hilarious chapter book, a group of small animals manage to turn an elementary school into a real zoo. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2019
ISBN 10: 0823442357ISBN 13: 9780823442355
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Board Book. Condition: new. Board Book. From the author of Strega Nona comes the story of the shepherd who heard the voice of God and converted the Irish people, now in a special format just right for the youngest readers.Young children can learn the story of beloved Saint Patrick's life, from his dreams that lead him to share his love of God to some of the most famous legends about him, including how he silenced barking hounds and drove the snakes from Ireland. Young children can learn the story of beloved Saint Patrick's life, from his dreams that lead him to share his love of God to some of the most famous legends about him, including how he silenced barking hounds and drove the snakes from Ireland. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2016
ISBN 10: 0823436853ISBN 13: 9780823436859
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Paperback. Condition: new. Cepeda, Joe (illustrator). Paperback. From their window on the bus, a girl and a boy see a fire truck that goes woo-ooo-ooo, also known as a camion de bomberos--uuuah uuuah uuuah. They see a train, an ambulance and an airplane too! With this rollicking adaptation of "The Wheels on the Bus," young people can sing out the names of their favorite vehicles and the sounds they make -- in both English and Spanish. An adaptation of the song "The wheels on the bus," written in Spanish and English, which follows two children who see and hear a train, a fire truck, an ambulance, and other vehicles on their way to an amusement park. Includes music. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2014
ISBN 10: 0823431940ISBN 13: 9780823431946
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Paperback. Condition: new. Hyman, Trina Schart (illustrator). Paperback. The classic Hanukkah tale, shared by families all around the world-- now available in a beautiful anniversary edition. A Caldecott Honor book. A gift edition of this title is also available, featuring a slipcase and fold-out poster. (ISBN: 9780823452552) An original tale featuring a traditional Jewish folk hero, this clever story, which received a Sydney Taylor Honor, has been a family favorite for decades. On the first night of Hanukkah, a weary traveler named Hershel of Ostropol eagerly approaches a village, where plenty of latkes and merriment should warm him. But when he arrives not a single candle is lit. A band of frightful goblins has taken over the synagogue, and the villagers cannot celebrate at all! Hershel vows to help them. Using his wits, the clever trickster faces down one goblin after the next, night after night. But can one man alone save Hanukkah and live to tell the tale? Trina Schart Hymans leering goblins are equal parts terrifying and ridiculous as they match wits with Hershel, trying to keep him from lighting the menorah and celebrating Hanukkah. This beautiful 25th Anniversary Edition includes an insightful afterword from the author and publisher explaining the book's origins, and remembering Trina Schart Hyman, the illustrator who brought the tale to life. This classic picture book is a perfect Hanukkah gift and a wonderful read-aloud. For more tales of this clever folk hero, read The Adventures of Hershel of Ostropol another collaboration between master storyteller Eric A. Kimmel and Trina Schart Hyman. Caldecott Honor Book ALA Notable Childrens Book NCTE Notable Childrens Book in the Language Arts A Sydney Taylor Award Honor Book Colorado Childrens Book Award Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award Relates how Hershel outwits the goblins that haunt the old synagogue and prevent the village people from celebrating Hanukkah. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2015
ISBN 10: 0823433048ISBN 13: 9780823433049
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Paperback. Condition: new. Weber, Jill (illustrator). Paperback. On Passover, Jewish people all over the world celebrate their freedom from slavery and their beginnings as a great nation. This simple introduction to the Passover story pairs an engaging retelling with bold illustrations, perfect for young readers. One of the most significant holidays in Jewish tradition, Passover commemorates Moses leading his people out of slavery in Egypt. The Story of Passover recounts the major events of the story in dramatic but accessible language, from Jacob settling in Egypt to the miraculous parting of the Red Sea. The text and images have been vetted for accuracy by a rabbinical authority, and the book includes an author's note about the modern Passover celebration, the seder, and how the different parts of the meal symbolize elements of the story. This is the story of Passover, and of Moses, the man who led his people to freedom. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2018
ISBN 10: 0823440583ISBN 13: 9780823440580
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Paperback. Condition: new. Olofsdotter, Marie (illustrator). Paperback. An elegantly repackaged edition in DAVID A. ADLER'S popular A Picture Book of . . . SeriesSi se puede! Learn all about the Mexican American activist who worked tirelessly to promote better conditions for workers.This clear and concise biography with folksy illustrations details the amazing life of American labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.As a child in California during the Great Depression, Cesar picked produce with his family to make ends meet. The work was backbreaking, the pay was low, and many families, including his, were homeless. But to Cesar, dignity always meant more than money.He grew up and dedicated his life to helping American farmworkers, arguing for better pay and fair working conditions. He was even jailed for his efforts. But he never stopped urging people to stand up for their rights. Young readers will be inspired by the fascinating life story of this champion of social justice.Repackaged edition features an elegant new series design! Back matter includes a thorough timeline, source notes, bibliography, and author's note.For almost thirty years, David Adler's Picture Book Biography series has profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-friendly illustrations combine with Adler's "expert mixtures of facts and personality" (Booklist) to introduce young readers to history through compelling biographies of presidents, heroes, inventors, explorers, and adventurers. These books are ideal for first and second graders interested in history, or who need reliable sources for school book reports. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2019
ISBN 10: 0823441776ISBN 13: 9780823441778
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Paperback. Condition: new. Shelley, John (illustrator). Paperback. Rap, bap, tap. Late one winter night, a boy wakes to strange noises. There's a bear in his yard! The bear leads him to a forest, where the snow has grown muddy and the trees have sprouted buds. The frost is melting --crinkle, crackle, CRACK. As they move deeper into the forest, the sounds grow louder. Rap, bap, tap, crunch, scrunch, crinkle, crackle, CRACK! In an explosion of spring ice shattering, a baby bird is born, and flowers burst forth. It's spring! Rap, bap, tap. Late one winter night, a boy wakes to strange noises. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Holiday House Inc, New York, 2020
ISBN 10: 0823445828ISBN 13: 9780823445820
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A Coretta Scott King Author Honor BookWinner of the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical FictionWhen eleven-year-old Langston's father moves them from their home in Alabama to Chicago's Bronzeville district, it feels like he's giving up everything he loves.A Coretta Scott King Author Honor BookWinner of the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical FictionWhen eleven-year-old Langston's father moves them from their home in Alabama to Chicago's Bronzeville district, it feels like he's giving up everything he loves.It's 1946. Langston's mother has just died, and now they're leaving the rest of his family and friends. He misses everything--Grandma's Sunday suppers, the red dirt roads, and the magnolia trees his mother loved.In the city, they live in a small apartment surrounded by noise and chaos. It doesn't feel like a new start, or a better life. At home he's lonely, his father always busy at work; at school he's bullied for being a country boy.But Langston's new home has one fantastic thing. Unlike the whites-only library in Alabama, the Chicago Public Library welcomes everyone. There, hiding out after school, Langston discovers another Langston--a poet whom he learns inspired his mother enough to name her only son after him.Lesa Cline-Ransome, author of the Coretta Scott King Honor picture book Before She Was Harriet, has crafted a lyrical debut novel about one boy's experiences during the Great Migration. Includes an author's note about the historical context and her research.Don't miss the companion novel, Leaving Lymon, which centers on one of Langston's classmates and explores grief, resilience, and the circumstances that can drive a boy to become a bully-- and offer a chance at redemption.A Junior Library Guild selection!A CLA Notable Children's Book in Language ArtsA Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year, with 5 Starred ReviewsA School Library Journal Best Book of 2018 When eleven-year-old Langstons father moves them from their home in Alabama to Chicagos Bronzeville district, it feels like hes giving up everything he loves. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.