"When Sitti, an American girl, goes to visit her grandmother in her small Middle Eastern village on the other side of the world, they don't need words to understand each other's heart. Full color."
"For Ernestine and Amanda, the sixth grade brings dance classes, pajama parties, the arrival of the "cutest boy on the planet," new friends, and the formation of Amanda's exclusive club, C.L.U.B.--an organization that excludes Ernestine from membership."
"A group of children enjoy a game to develop their rhythm."
Bus Riders(1st Edition) by Sharon Phillips Denslow, NancyCarpenter Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 1993 by Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing ISBN-13: 978-0-02-728682-3, ISBN: 0-02-728682-7
"When their beloved bus driver, Lee, goes into the hospital and a series of substitute drivers take over, Louise, Warren, and the five Pickles brothers are understandably upset."
"A picture book about playing pretend—and the joy of trying out being “bad” or “good” This charming picture book is a timeless celebration of imagination and make-believe. A brother and sister invite their friends to play good guys and bad guys with them. While playing pretend, this rowdy group of kids dress up as pirates, swimmers, cowboys, and more—imagining a vibrant world where the bad guys cause mischief and the good guys save the ..."
"A stunning picture book about Mary "Mother" Jones and the 100 children who marched from Philadelphia to New York in a fiery protest against child labor. Here's the inspiring story of the woman who raised her voice and fist to protect kids' childhoods and futures-- and changed America forever. Mother Jones is MAD, and she wants you to be MAD TOO, and stand up for what's right! Told in first-person, New York Times bestelling author, Jonah ..."
"In this rhyming, hilarious romp about a little-known facet of American history, Thomas Jefferson tries to disprove a French theory that those in the New World are puny and wussy by going in search of mammoth bones.In the New World called America big changes were a’brewing. Independence was declared with bold hurrahs and ballyhooing! The French feel threatened by America’s new freedom and confidence, as embodied by Count Buffon who claim ..."
"This funny, touching picture book –the perfect gift for a child to give to his/her own teacher– celebrates the difference a good teacher can make. Written as a thank-you note to a special teacher from the student who never forgot her, this moving story makes a great read-aloud and a perfect gift for Teacher Appreciation Day or the end of the school year. Dear Teacher, Whenever I had something to tell you, I tugged on your shirt and wh ..."
"Little Bear loves his little boat. But Little Bear soon begins to grow and grow, until oneday he doesn t fit in his little boat anymore! All children who experience growing painswill appreciate Little Bear s predicament. And they will smile with satisfaction as thesolution to his problem unfolds in simple, lyrical words and charming pictures fromtwo award-winning picture-book creators.""
Balderdash! John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children's Books (Nonfiction Books for Kids, Early Elementary History Books) by Michelle Markel, NancyCarpenter Hardcover, 44 Pages, Published 2017 by Chronicle Books Picture Book ISBN-13: 978-0-8118-7922-4, ISBN: 0-8118-7922-4
"This rollicking and fascinating picture book biography chronicles the life of the first pioneer of children's books John Newbery himself. While most children's books in the 18th century contained lessons and rules, John Newbery imagined them overflowing with entertaining stories, science, and games. He believed that every book should be made for the reader's enjoyment. Newbery for whom the prestigious Newbery Medal is named became a cel ..."
"Like Patricia Polacco’s classic Thank You, Mr. Falker, this funny, touching picture book celebrates the difference a good teacher can make. Written as a thank-you note to a special teacher from the student who never forgot her, this moving story makes a great read-aloud and a perfect gift for Teacher Appreciation Day or the end of the school year. Dear Teacher, Whenever I had something to tell you, I tugged on your shirt and whispered ..."
"Based on the true story behind Gilbert Stuart's famous portraits of Washington, this funny historical read will leave rascals, ruffians, and troublemakers of all ages laughing. Charlotte, James, and baby John have promised to be on their very best behavior for when George Washington comes to have his portrait painted by their father, Gilbert Stuart. But, it seems like every time George Washington comes to visit, Charlotte has to write a ..."
"Meet Imogene Tripp, a plucky girl with a passion for history. As a baby, her first words were “Four score and seven years ago.” In preschool, she finger-painted a map of the Oregon Trail. So it’s not surprising that when the mayor wants to tear down the long-neglected Liddleville Historical Society to make room for a shoelace factory, Imogene is desperate to convince the town how important its history is. But even though she rides throu ..."