He really just likes to liven things up at school -- and he's always had plenty of great ideas. When Nick learns some interesting information about how words are created, suddenly he's got the inspiration for his best plan everÉthe frindle. Who says a pen has to be called a pen? Why not call it a frindle? Things begin innocently enough as Nick gets his friends to use the new word. Then other people in town start saying frindle. Soon the school is in an uproar, and Nick has become a local hero. His teacher wants Nick to put an end to all this nonsense, but the funny thing is frindle doesn't belong to Nick anymore. The new word is spreading across the country, and there's nothing Nick can do to stop it.
Tom Bosley brings to life the story of Jack, a boy who climbs to the top of a giant beanstalk where he uses his quick wits to outsmart a giant and make his and his mother's fortune. The Jack & The Beanstalk Collection also includes The Golden Crab, The Elves and the Shoemaker, The Magic Kettle, Po-Wan and Kaun-yan, To Your Good Health, Don't Cut the Lawn, A Long-Bow Story, The Three Little Pigs, Snow White and Rose Red and The Collage Cat.
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Let Margot Kidder mesmerize you with her performance of The Emperor's New Clothes, the classic tale of a young boy's recognition of "wisecloth" for what it really is. Ms. Kidder then continues to entertain children of all ages with the many other stories included in this collection.
Brian Lies' runaway hit Bats at the Beach made this talented author and illustrator a sensation with youngsters everywhere. Uh oh! A librarian has left the window open, and now it's time for fun-loving bats of all ages to fly in for a night in the stacks. Bats at the Library is a recipient of starred reviews from both Publishers WeeklyHorn Book Magazine.
Karma Wilson's Bear books, featuring a heartwarming reading by series stalwart John McDonough, are endearing short tales cher-ished by young listeners. Here, Bear goes out for a walk only to quickly get hungry and start back to his lair for a snack. Soon he becomes lost in the dark, cold, and windy woods. Good thing he has a number of woodland friends to rescue him and get him back home safely.
Sesame and Maddy are on holiday in Cornwall when they're whisked to Lantern Hill in Karisma to meet the third gatekeeper, Firebird. The girls arrive to find the spirit of the great dragon, Agapogo, Guardian of the Silver Pool seeking revenge on Zorgan, the sorcerer. A plague of fire-breathing drakons is causing havoc. They must also face Morbrecia, Queen Charm's older sister and bitter rival. There are still 11 precious charms missing - Morbrecia, Zorgan, Ses and Maddy all want to be the first to find them.
Charmingly written stories, appealing characters, and a beautifully imagined world with its own language.
Read by Kate O'Sullivan
(P)2004 Orion Publishing Group.Ltd
Kids can't get enough of the squirrels from Patrick Carman's fun-filled Elliot's Park series. In their latest adventure, Elliot and his furry friends are eagerly anticipating the Walnut Cup-a soccer competition that has the whole park buzzing. But the choice of ball-a perfectly round walnut-proves unfortunate when it's stolen by the nut-happy Pistachio.
All the animals are busy lending a hand in the garden in this lively numbers book! The parrots are pulling up carrots, the bears are picking pears and a swarm of bees are pruning the trees with their miniature shears.
Julia Donaldson's whimsical rhymes and Nick Sharratt's hilarious illustrations make One Mole Digging a Hole a delight to share out loud.
With plenty to giggle at, counting - or gardening - has never been so much fun!
At their first riding lesson Sesame and Maddy are watching Silver being re-shod, when they're whisked back to Karisma to hunt for another magical charm. But they're up against Zorgan the sorcerer and his wicked pixie puppets, Nix and Dina. Treacherous Zorgan has raised the spirit of the dragon Agapogo who guards the fabled silver pool. Now the pool has dried up, there's no more silver and the Silversmith and Queen Charm are in despair. And when there are charms to find evil Morbrecia, the queen's older sister, and her gribblers are on the trail. The race is on to find the charms which will restore order and harmony to the kingdom.
Read by Kate O'Sullivan
(P)2004 Orion Publishing Group.Ltd
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a wolf? What would you do in the cold winter months? Where would you sleep? What would you eat? Spend a year in the world of wolves in One Wolf Howls. This adventurous children's book uses the months of the year and the numbers 1 through 12 to introduce children to the behavior of wolves in natural settings. The lively, realistic illustrations of Susan Detwiler complement the rhyming text and bring each month to life. From January to December, howl, frolic, and dance, while learning important lessons page-by-page! The "For Creative Minds" learning section includes a "Wolf Communications Matching" and "Wolf Calendar" activity.
¿Alguna vez te has preguntado que pasaría si fueras un lobo? ¿Qué harías en los meses del frío invierno? ¿Dónde dormirías? ¿Qué comerías? Pasa un año en el mundo de los lobos en Un lobo aúlla. Este intrépido libro infantil utiliza los meses del año y los números del 1 al 12 para enseñarles a los niños el comportamiento de los lobos en su mundo natural. Las ilustraciones vivas y realistas de Susan Detwiler complementan el texto en rima y traen cada mes a la vida. ¡Desde enero a diciembre, aulla, retoza, y baila, mientras aprendes unas importantes lecciones página por página!
There are ten fat sausages sizzling in the pan, but they’re going fast! Can you count the sausages as they disappear – and can you see where they go? A book to stimulate observation and discussion, and an enjoyable introduction to number bonding. Ingenious die-cut holes in each page bring the number concepts in this favourite counting song to life. All children love this traditional rhyme and singing along will help to develop number skills. Bouncy illustrations, innovative die cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. Available in three formats, suitable for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and the nursery or classroom.
