Melissa R. Ellard
Wilfrid Gordon Mcdonald Partridge
In this gentle, moving story about caring and sharing, a small boy helps an old friend remember when her memory is not as sharp as it used to be.
How Do Dinosaurs Learn to Read?
Children sometimes feel the task of learning to read is overwhelming, but the winning combination of rhyme and illustrations here provide a perfect way to present the subject in a comical, engaging, and nonjudgmental way. The contrast of enormous dinosaurs in kid-sized bedrooms (with human parents) adds irresistible humor as families explore the do's and don'ts of reading. Both practical and engaging, this book shows dinosaurs getting into all sorts of reading-related trouble! But of course, in the end, the dinosaurs learn how to carefully handle their books, read out loud, and read a lot!
LMNO Peas
Get ready to roll through the ABCs with a cast of busy little peas, as they work their way from A to Z.
Cat&Canary
Cat's unlikely friend Canary shows him a great time when his master is away at work.
Princess Furball
A princess in a coat of a thousand furs hides her identity from a king who falls in love with her.
Ellington Was Not a Street
In this reflective poetic tribute, the author remembers growing up when many of the great figures in African-American history gathered in her family home to talk, share ideas and even sing.
Lincoln and Douglass: An American Friendship
We present this story of the unusual friendship between two great American leaders. At a time when racial tensions were high and racial equality was not yet established, Lincoln and Douglass formed a strong bond over shared ideals.
Henry Hikes to Fitchburg
It isn't how fast you get someplace, but what you do along the way: that's the philosophy behind this story about two friends who agree to meet 30 miles away in Fitchburg. In this story inspired by Thoreau's Walden, Henry elects to take a very long nature walk, while his friend chooses to work to earn his train fare.
He's Got the Whole World In His Hands
Through sublime landscapes and warm images of a boy and his family, this adaptation of the beloved folk song creates a dazzling, intimate interpretation that rejoices in the connectedness of people and nature.
Great Joy
Frances is worried about the monkey and the organ grinder who play near her window, especially after she sees them sleeping outside on the cold street after midnight. To express her compassion, she finds just the right thing to say at the local Christmas pageant.
What to Do About Alice?
A new idea always in his mind, Ben Franklin's joy of living, his humor and gentleness will capture children's attention and spark their interest in American history.
Rosa
On December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks boarded a Montgomery, Alabama city bus and refused to give up her seat to a white man- an act that ignited a movement that changed modern history.
Elizabeti's Doll
When her new baby brother arrives, Elizabeti, a young Tanzanian girl, longs for a baby of her own to hold and bathe and kiss and burp. One day she finds the perfect baby - a rock she names Eva - just the right size for holding and bathing and kissing and burping.
All the Colors of the Earth
Inspired by her own two children's multi-ethnic heritage, Ms. Hamanaka uses soaring text and beautiful art to celebrate the glorious diversity of children laughing, loving and glowing with life.
By the Light of the Halloween Moon
Join the fun as a brave young girl, who would rather play a trick than be gobbled up as a treat, is the star of this spirited romp under an old wooden bridge by the light of the spooky Halloween moon.
Roberto, The Insect Architect
A termite named Roberto pursues his dream of becoming an architect and travels to the big city where he hopes to find success.
Players in Pigtails
Katie Casey was baseball mad. Had the fever and had it bad. A story that celebrates a brave girl's love of the game as she works to become a player in the first-ever All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.
March On! The Day My Brother Martin Changed the World
Martin Luther King, Jr.'s sister presents a personal, stirring account of the remarkable day Dr. King delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech and of the man who went on to inspire nation.
Johnny Appleseed
John Chapman was his real name, but almost everyone remembers him by his legendary name - Johnny Appleseed - the man who sprinkled apple seeds and planted trees all across the Midwest.