A little toad, two little fish, three little squirrels, four little otters, five little honeybees, six little crows, seven little rabbits, eight little lizards, nine little frogs, and ten little spiders all do what their mothers ask.
In spring, the hills and meadows of Texas and Wyoming are ablaze with the reds, oranges, and yellows of the Indian Paintbrush. How this striking plant received its name is told in an old Indian legend. Many years ago, when the People traveled the Plains, a young Indian boy had a Dream-Vision in which it was revealed that one day he would create a painting that was as pure as the colors of the …
Some of Ron Bacon's Maori stories are set in pre-historical times. This one goes back to the dawn of Ao-te-a-roa when the god Tane brought life to the face of the land. It is an imaginative concept, and though some liberties have been taken with biological facts, and some of the insects may not be immediately identifiable, we have provided a pictorial key at the end to most of the creatures dep…
Activities that teach readers how to plan and write comic books.
This classic story is a favorite with toddlers, who will cheer on the three clever billy goats who outsmart a mean troll. With plenty of repetition, this adventure is perfect for reading aloud and for joining in, and a satisfying ending provides a reassuring touch.
Simply written and marvelously illustrated, these colorful books introduce young people to the four basic "elements" that make up our planet: earth, fire, air, and water. Each book includes a special section to help adults answer children's questions.
When the Tsar proclaims that he will marry his daughter to the man who brings him a flying ship, a goofy country bumpkin sets out to try his luck and meets some unusual companions on the way. Includes an audio cassette with narration and music.
Things in my world is an exciting series for early emergent readers, emphasizing sight recognition of words that name everyday objects. Things i play with features familiar toys and playthings. Simple vocabulary and repetitive text boost reading skills, while a strong photo/text match and an in-text visual glossary aid comprehension.
When Little Mouse sets off into the woods on a quiet moonlit night, all is not quite what it seems. As he makes his way to Grandma's house, every shadow seems to play tricks on him! By lifting a flap or turning a page watch the illustrations change throughout the story with the amazing changing pictures feature!
Ellie lives with her uncle and aunt, Mr and Mrs Scrudge, in the miserable town of Greyton. The Scrudges and their horrible son, Colin, can't stand the sight of Ellie and won't let her into the bakery, even for a moment. But on her birthday Ellie receives a mystery present – a very special cookery book where the recipes magically appear on the page! There are recipes for what to bake for a …