"With a little handholding (or paw-holding) from Angus the Answer Dog, Mommy's first-born can be guided happily and intelligently through the often bewildering experience of becoming an older sibling. For children who are about to lose their only-child status (or their youngest-child status, in larger families), this read-aloud book is a treasure. On each two-page spread, Angus asks a question: "Where is the baby?" "How did the ..."
"Growing Up Just Got Easier...With the help of Angus, the lovable Answer Dog, best-selling author Heidi Murkoff extends a hand to children and parents as they tackle life's first experiences together.It's hard to believe, but your child's starting preschool. Even if it's just for a couple of hours two or three days a week, it seems such a big step for someone in such little sneakers. Not to worry -- we're here to help prepare both of you ..."
A Book of Hugs by Dave Ross, LauraRader Board Book, 30 Pages, Published 2001 by Harperfestival ISBN-13: 978-0-06-000273-2, ISBN: 0-06-000273-5
"Can you imagine what it would be like to hug a bear? An octopus? And how does that differ from a brother hug? Or a Great-Aunt Mary hug? Dave Ross and illustrator Laura Rader's A Book of Hugs explores the full spectrum of hugs with bright, cartoonish illustrations and winsome one- or two-line descriptions. "Fish hugs are very cold and seldom returned," for instance. As for tree hugs, "Some trees are easier to hug than others. Note: If yo ..."
Run, Turkey, Run! by Diane Mayr, LauraRader Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2009 by Bloomsbury Usa Childrens ISBN-13: 978-0-8027-8481-0, ISBN: 0-8027-8481-X
"The perfect picture book for the holiday, this hilarious twist on the traditional Thanksgiving feast features Turkey as he hops from hiding place to hiding place to avoid ending up as the main course.With Thanksgiving only one day away, can Turkey find a place to hide from the farmer who's looking for a plump bird for his family feast?Maybe he can hide with the pigs . . . or the ducks . . . or the horses . . .Uh-oh! Here comes the farme ..."
The Teeny Tiny Woman(Reprint) Level 2 (Penguin Young Readers, L2) by Harriet Ziefert, LauraRader Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 1995 by Penguin Young Readers ISBN-13: 978-0-14-037625-8, ISBN: 0-14-037625-9
"Harriet Ziefert ... 1-2-3! PUFFIN EASY-TO-READ 4 Level 2 The Puffin Easy-to-
Read Program makes. Level 1: Ages 4-7 Л Class Play with Ms. Vanilla Dark
Night, Sleepy Night ... Nicky Upstairs and Down Quick Chick Say Good Night!
Stitches ..."
"On the first day of Christmas my parents gave to me...a holiday book about my very own state!Happy holidays, from California to the New York Island--and celebrate with six joyful new titles in the popular children's series! Based on the beloved song, every Twelve Days of Christmas book has become a sold-out sensation. Through lively, chatty letters home, each one follows a child on a fun visit with a friend or relative over winter vacat ..."
"Move Over!: Level 2 Five animal friends set out in a raft, and there's plenty of space. Then a voice pleads "Move over! Move over! Make room for me." So they all move over--and no one falls out. But then another pal begs to come in. And another. Yet even with Hippo aboard, all is well. But sometimes it's the tiniest creature that makes the biggest difference of all. Amusing speech balloons add to the fun of this humo... Full description"
"Everyone knows babies can't talk, but if they could, they'd have a lot to thank their older siblings for -- whether it's giving them extra licks of an ice cream cone, teaching them songs to sing, or not letting them put sand in their mouths. This big thank-you of a book is sure to add an extra layer of appreciation to any sibling relationship. Julie Markes's sweet text and Laura Rader's humorous illustrations will delight the entire fam ..."
"Christmas is just around the corner. The sleigh is polished. The toys are wrapped. The lists are all checked (twice). Everything's right on schedule -- until Santa finds all eight reindeer in bed with the flu. Uh-oh! How can Santa deliver presents without the reindeer?In this hilarious follow-up to Santa's New Suit, Laura Rader once again treats readers to a fresh and funny look at beloved Christmas traditions."
"Angus the Answer Dog is back! This time the ever-helpful pooch is here to help kids learn all about their new baby siblings. As in the other popular titles in Heidi Murkoff's What to Expect Kids series, including What to Expect When Mommy's Having a Baby and What to Expect When You Use the Potty, the format is fun, friendly, and informative. Each two-page spread features a question likely to be asked by new big brothers or siste ..."
A Book of Hugs(Illustrated) by Dave By Ross, LauraRader Hardcover, 40 Pages, Published 1998 by Harpercollins ISBN-13: 978-0-06-028147-2, ISBN: 0-06-028147-2
"Can you imagine what it would be like to hug a bear? An octopus? And how does that differ from a brother hug? Or a Great-Aunt Mary hug? Dave Ross and illustrator Laura Rader's A Book of Hugs explores the full spectrum of hugs with bright, cartoonish illustrations and winsome one- or-two-line descriptions. "Fish hugs are very cold and seldom returned," for instance. As for tree hugs: "Some trees are easier to hug than others. Note: If ..."
"Find our complete line of educational resources at Amazon.com/SchoolZonePublishing. BOOK FEATURES 61 activity pages, 3 answer key pages For ages 6 to 8 7.75" x 10.75" pages with durable glossy cover Crossword puzzles, riddles, and codes reinforce important spelling skills Skill areas include: Beginning and Ending Sounds, Compound Words, Consonants, Vowel Sounds, and More! First and second graders get playful practice in mastering ..."
I'm Going to Read® (Level 1): Grow, Little Turnip, Grow Big (I'm Going to Read® Series) by LauraRader, Harriet Ziefert Paperback, 24 Pages, Published 2006 by Sterling ISBN-13: 978-1-4027-3075-7, ISBN: 1-4027-3075-6
"A classic story! What a BIG turnip—it’s so huge, the old man can’t pull it out of the ground. So he calls the old woman…and she calls the girl, who calls the dog, who calls the cat. Can you guess what happens? Laura Rader’s delightful illustrations enhance this amusing cumulative tale. "
""There are all kinds of kisses in the world... Good morning kisses, Boo-boo kisses, Good report card kisses, Great Aunt-Mary kisses--watch out for the lipstick!" A celebration of smooches, this Book of Kisses shows children the wide range of appropriate ways to show affection. Cute, colorful animal characters speak in cartoon-style word bubbles, with simple captions describing each kiss type. There are even some how-tos: For prom ..."
Chicken Little (Harper Growing Tree Series) by LauraRader, Public Domain Staff Hardcover, 24 Pages, Published 1998 by Harperfestival ISBN-13: 978-0-694-01034-9, ISBN: 0-694-01034-0
"For children who love silly stories, the classic tale of Chicken Little will delight and entertain.The sky is falling! Chicken Little’s comic misadventures are a favorite with toddlers, who always know better than the silly chick. This fresh retelling of the classic tale features bright, humorous illustrations. The sky is falling! Chicken Little’s comic misadventures are a favorite with toddlers, who always know better than the silly ch ..."
"From the spicy aroma of a bayberry candle to the sweet smell of vanilla, the scents of Christmas are here in this scratch-and-sniff holiday treat. While hard at work baking a gingerbread house, a cast of mischievous mice leads children through a nose-tickling adventure redolent of peppermint, apple cider, cinnamon, and more. Full color."
""Santa’s laugh has gone missing! Can Santa be Santa sans his trademark 'Ho! ho! ho!'? Not to fear, the story will yield far more giggles than despair."*It's almost Christmas, and everyone—from Mrs. Claus right down to the littlest elf—is getting ready for the big day. But there's something wrong at the North Pole. It's just a bit too . . . quiet. Oh no! Santa has lost his laugh! Where could it be? And how can there be Christmas without ..."
"Adorable Angus the Answer Dog cheerfully and respectfully guides young children through the exciting, sometimes daunting experience of potty training. An ideal read-aloud book for children who are on the verge of transitioning from diapers to big-kid underpants, this matter-of-fact book explains the process naturally and calmly. Each two-page spread asks a question: "Where do pee-pee and poop come from?" "What's a potty?" "How do I ..."