A little girl who’s afraid of the dark goes to sleep one night and dreams of a candlestick. “A simple candlestick. Not very old. Just a plain candlestick made of gold.” This candlestick however is not an object in her... Read More

"A Walk in New York" is the book, whether you’re planning a trip or just showing a youngster how the city people live. Isn’t it funny how so many of them angle forward in a rush? Sidewalks bustle with street musicians, school... Read More

“Bears! Ugly, filthy bears!” a girl shouts when she steps in bear dung while picking blackberries. Her reaction toward bears changes, however, in this retold folktale of the indigenous people of western Canada and Alaska. When the... Read More

A yellow-haired girl, whose traveling companions are three bears, is bad news. A surprise is in store for anyone who takes her up on her offer of a great deal on a cow. In addition to the humorous tone of the story, this can be a lesson... Read More

Uncle Gabby, a sock monkey, takes part in a dual adventure in this color and black-and-white book that offers great fun for both children and adults. Left-hand pages tell one story, while right-hand pages tell another in a completely... Read More

There may be a more famous snowman out there, but there aren’t any snowmen more loveable than Bob and Sue. Told completely in rhyme, this lyrical tale will introduce children to these two enchanting snow people and their mystical... Read More

There is no better time to learn the power of the written word than during childhood. Encouraging children to tap into their imaginations and express themselves via writing can lead them to discover their inner thoughts and feelings. But... Read More

The picture-book design of this primer belies the depth of its information and vocabulary about democracy and Americas famous citizens and leaders. In fact, middle- and high-schoolers struggling with homework might want to keep a copy... Read More