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No Bear Anywhere
by Leah GilbertA young boy learns to cope with disappointment and embrace the unexpected in this infectiously charming, beautifully illustrated picture book.When his family takes a walk on Bear Creek Trail, Bruin is determined to spot his favorite animal (a bear). Before too long, he notices something! It's a . . . pinecone! Not a bear, but that's okay. A few minutes later, Bruin stops again: He's seen a . . . flower! No bear anywhere, but there's still plenty of time. Eventually, they make it all the way to the . . . cave! But when there is no bear anywhere in the cave, Bruin is as sad as could be. Can he turn his day around, even when there's no bear? Or, wait a minute-was a bear there, after all?! Leah Gilbert's gorgeous art shines in this playful and charming story about finding wonder and joy in the world around us, even when life takes unexpected turns.
Ninja Camp
by Sue FliessPack your bags and grab your gear: you're going to Ninja Camp! Listen closely to the ninja master, who will teach you everything you need to know to become a ninja warrior-but it won't be easy. You'll have to be sly and swift, strong and speedy, and only then will you become a Ninja of the Night!This fun and energetic book will delight and entertain kids and parents alike with its clever, rhyming verse and action-packed depictions of the coolest camp around. For fans of Ninja Red Riding Hood who are looking for a lesson in teamwork and cool stealth skills.
The New Big Book of U.S. Presidents: Fascinating Facts About Each And Every President, Including An American History Timeline
by Running PressThe New Big Book of U.S. Presidents is the perfect introduction for young readers to learn the lives and times of America's 45 most influential leaders. Readers can learn about our new president and relive the course of American history through digestible information about each president's term in office and the major political issues of each era, as well as through detailed timelines and historical photographs and illustrations throughout. Quick-reference sidebars provide brief summaries of the major events and important people who emerged during each presidential term.This engaging and enlightening book will be a favorite among children studying U.S. history and who crave fun facts that cannot be found in textbooks!
The New Big Book of U.S. Presidents
by Running PressUpdated for 2013, readers can easily relive the course of American history through a detailed timeline, more than 50 vivid photographs and illustrations, information about each president's term in office, and the major political issues of each era.
Nelson Mandela (little People, Big Dreams) (PDF)
by Maria Isabel Sanchez VegaraIn this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first Black president and his fight for equality. Little Nelson's given name was Rolihlahla, which means 'troublemaker' in Xhosa, his native language. But his rebellious nature would lead him to become one of the world's most inspirational civil rights leaders and anti-apartheid revolutionaries. Despite the many years of imprisonment and adversity he faced, Nelson remained firm in his mission to end the racist system of apartheid in South Africa. His bravery and resilience was rewarded when he was released from prison and later voted in to become South Africa's first Black president. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the activist turned president’s life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
Nelson Mandela (Little People, BIG DREAMS #73)
by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara Alison HawkinsIn this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first Black president and his fight for equality. Little Nelson's given name was Rolihlahla, which means 'troublemaker' in Xhosa, his native language. But his rebellious nature would lead him to become one of the world's most inspirational civil rights leaders and anti-apartheid revolutionaries. Despite the many years of imprisonment and adversity he faced, Nelson remained firm in his mission to end the racist system of apartheid in South Africa. His bravery and resilience was rewarded when he was released from prison and later voted in to become South Africa's first Black president. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the activist turned president’s life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
My Life in Dioramas
by Tara AltebrandoKate Marino knows very well that home is where her heart is, and if she had any say in the matter, her heart would stay put in Big Red. The old, rambling farmhouse has withstood the test of time with her family, but now Kate's parents have decided to sell it from under her feet. The preventative solution: sabotage the realtor's tours with the help of best friends and a plan that has maximum stinkage potential. The back-up plan: hang on to at least a little bit of life at Big Red by creating shoebox dioramas of each room. But even with a full-scale assault, will her mission be a success? And if not, what will the diorama of Kate's future look like? With a keen eye for capturing the moments that matter, acclaimed author Tara Altebrando explores the pain-and promise-of letting go.CCSS-aligned curriculum guidecan be found online at http://www.rpcurriculumguides.com/curriculum_guides.html
My Father's Dragon (My Father's Dragon #1)
by Ruth Stiles GannettA NEWBERY HONOR BOOK When a little boy Elmer strikes up a friendship with an alley cat, he learns of a baby dragon that is being forced to serve as a ferry for the selfish animals of Wild Island. Elmer determines at once to free the dragon, and with a bit of advice from the savvy cat, he arms himself with chewing gum, lollipops, rubber bands and some other unlikely items. With these tools and his own sharp wits, Elmer is prepared to face hungry tigers, cranky crocodiles and other challenges. Both a Newbery Honor Book and an American Library Association Notable Book, this charming story has delighted generations of readers since its original publication in 1948. 'A real delight' New Yorker
My Big Wimmelbook—On the Farm (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by Max WaltherDesigned for a color e-reader with a touch screen.My Big Wimmelbooks let kids ages 2 to 5 be the storytellers with hours of seek-and-find hands-on learning—and fun!This one-of-a-kind picture book features six panoramic scenes that are bursting with life—and tons to discover! First, your child will meet a colorful cast of characters: Jessie the handywoman, unlucky Cousin Grady, and more.Then, as they explore the scenes—from the stable to the rodeo—children as young as two will have a blast pointing out recognizable things, while older kids will begin to find the star characters . . . and tell their stories!It&’s hours upon hours of fun—and an effortless introduction to literacy to boot.Please use pan and zoom to explore the illustrations.About Wimmelbooks Wimmelbooks originated in Germany decades ago and have become a worldwide sensation with children (and adults!) everywhere. My Big Wimmelbooks is the first-ever Wimmelbook series to feature Wimmelbooks as Wimmelbooks in English. They&’ve been praised as &“lively . . . and abounding with humor and detail&” (WSJ), likely to &“make any parent&’s heart sing.&” (NYT)
My Big Wimmelbook—My Busy Day: A Look-and-find Book (kids Tell The Story) (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by CaryadWelcome to Wimmelworld—a land of few words, yet endless entertainment—for curious kids age 2 to 5!
My Big Wimmelbook—I Can Do It!: A Look-and-Find Book (Kids Tell the Story)
by Sarina JödickeOur first Wimmelbook with words for beginning readers to learn: chock-full of vibrant illustrations that tell stories and teach basic vocabulary for everyday activities that kids can do
My Big Wimmelbook—Good Night (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by Alexandra HelmA book for beginning readers, chock-full of vibrant illustrations that tell stories with the help of imaginative prompts in multiple nighttime scenes—from a slumbering fairy-tale woodland to a toy store after hours
My Big Wimmelbook—Fire Trucks! (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by Max WaltherA book for beginning readers, chock-full of vibrant illustrations that tell stories without the use of words, depicting firefighters and other first responders at the station, responding to emergencies and having fun at the Wimmelfair.
My Big Wimmelbook—Dinosaurs (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by Max WaltherWelcome to Wimmelworld—a land of few words, yet endless entertainment—for curious kids age 2 to 5!
My Big Wimmelbook—Diggers at Work!: A Look-and-Find Book (Kids Tell the Story) (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by Max WaltherKids who can&’t get enough of construction equipment will love this seek-and-find introduction to literacy, full of busy diggers! The My Big Wimmelbooks series is an effortless introduction to literacy that lets beginning readers ages 2 to 5 be the storyteller—with hours of seek-and-find hands-on learning. Nearly wordless, My Big Wimmelbooks® invite young children to explore vibrant, full-spread illustrations of everyday scenes. Little ones love pointing out what they can find, while older kids can seek out recurring star characters and imagine their unfolding story lines!Diggers at Work! is packed with digging machines of all kinds, alongside a crew of hard workers who are tearing down houses, shoveling dirt, and moving scrap. This is our first wimmelbook to include a spread with illustrated diagrams, helping curious kids point out different parts of diggers, like the bucket, cab, and engine. Promising hours of imaginative fun, wimmelbooks are a blast—and an excellent introduction to reading. About Wimmelbooks Wimmelbooks originated in Germany decades ago and have become a worldwide sensation with children (and adults!) everywhere. My Big Wimmelbooks is the first-ever English-language Wimmelbook series. Its books have been praised as &“lively . . . and abounding with humor and detail&” (WSJ) and likely to &“make any parent&’s heart sing&” (NYT).
My Big Wimmelbook—A Day at the Zoo: A Look-and-Find Book (Kids Tell the Story) (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by Carolin GörtlerA book for beginning readers, chock-full of vibrant illustrations that tell stories without the use of words, depicting characters exploring the zoo—with exhibits ranging from the Africa savanna to the Arctic tundra.
My Big Wimmelbook—A Day at School (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by Carolin GörtlerA book for beginning readers, chock-full of vibrant illustrations that tell stories without the use of words, depicting a day in a pre-K/kindergarten classroom
My Big Wimmelbook—Christmas Village (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by Monika ParciakA book for beginning readers, chock-full of vibrant illustrations that tell stories without the use of words, depicting a fun-filled, bustling day as the citizens of Christmas Village celebrate Christmas Eve
My Big Wimmelbook—Cars and Things That Go: A Look-and-find Book (kids Tell The Story) (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by Stefan LohrDesigned for a color e-reader with a touch screen.My Big Wimmelbooks let kids ages 2 to 5 be the storytellers with hours of seek-and-find hands-on learning—and fun!This one-of-a-kind picture book features six panoramic scenes that are bursting with life—and tons to discover! First, your child will meet a colorful cast of characters: Dan the delivery man, Lucky the hungry dog, and more.Then, as they explore the scenes—downtown shopping mall to Wimmeltown speedway—children as young as two will have a blast pointing out recognizable things, while older kids will begin to find the star characters . . . and tell their stories!It&’s hours upon hours of fun—and an effortless introduction to literacy to boot.Please use pan and zoom to explore the illustrations.About WimmelbooksWimmelbooks originated in Germany decades ago and have become a worldwide sensation with children (and adults!) everywhere. My Big Wimmelbooks is the first-ever Wimmelbook series to feature Wimmelbooks as Wimmelbooks in English. They&’ve been praised as &“lively . . . and abounding with humor and detail&” (WSJ), likely to &“make any parent&’s heart sing.&” (NYT)
My Big Wimmelbook—At the Construction Site (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by Max WaltherDesigned for a color e-reader with a touch screen.My Big Wimmelbooks let kids ages 2 to 5 be the storytellers with hours of seek-and-find hands-on learning—and fun!This one-of-a-kind picture book features six panoramic scenes that are bursting with life—and tons to discover! First, your child will meet a colorful cast of characters: Sarah the architect, Eric the surveyor, and more.Then, as they explore the scenes—from an underground tunnel to a bustling downtown—children as young as two will have a blast pointing out recognizable things, while older kids will begin to find the star characters . . . and tell their stories!It&’s hours upon hours of fun—and an effortless introduction to literacy to boot.Please use pan and zoom to explore the illustrations.About WimmelbooksWimmelbooks originated in Germany decades ago and have become a worldwide sensation with children (and adults!) everywhere. My Big Wimmelbooks is the first-ever Wimmelbook series to feature Wimmelbooks as Wimmelbooks in English. They&’ve been praised as &“lively . . . and abounding with humor and detail&” (WSJ), likely to &“make any parent&’s heart sing.&” (NYT)
My Big Wimmelbook—At the Airport
by Max WaltherDesigned for a color e-reader with a touch screen.My Big Wimmelbooks let kids ages 2 to 5 be the storytellers with hours of seek-and-find hands-on learning—and fun! In these one-of-a-kind picture books, every page is bursting with life—and tons to discover! Children as young as age 2 have a blast pointing out recognizable things—a blue tricycle, a hungry dog, a piggyback ride—while older kids can follow the star characters from page to page, telling their stories along the way. How? Wimmelbooks are virtually instruction-free, inviting kids to make their own way through the busy Wimmelworld they encounter, and to craft their own stories. First, you&’re introduced to a unique cast of characters who are hidden in plain sight on the pages that follow. As you seek them out, each character&’s storyline unfolds, but it&’s up to kids to interpret the scenes and create stories they think fit. It&’s hours upon hours of fun—and an effortless introduction to literacy to boot.Please use pan and zoom to explore the illustrations.About Wimmelbooks Wimmelbooks originated in Germany decades ago and have become a worldwide sensation with children (and adults!) everywhere. My Big Wimmelbooks is the first-ever Wimmelbook series to feature Wimmelbooks as Wimmelbooks in English. They&’ve been praised as &“lively . . . and abounding with humor and detail&” (WSJ), likely to &“make any parent&’s heart sing.&” (NYT)
My Big Wimmelbook—Animals Around the World (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by Stefan LohrDesigned for a color e-reader with a touch screen.My Big Wimmelbooks let kids ages 2 to 5 be the storytellers with hours of seek-and-find hands-on learning—and fun!This one-of-a-kind picture book features six panoramic scenes that are bursting with life—and tons to discover! First, your child will meet a colorful cast of characters: a pair of wildlife photographers, a daredevil adventurer, and more.Then, as they explore the scenes—from the Antarctic region to the African plains—children as young as two will have a blast pointing out recognizable things, while older kids will begin to find the star characters . . . and tell their stories!It&’s hours upon hours of fun—and an effortless introduction to literacy to boot.Please use pan and zoom to explore the illustrations.About WimmelbooksWimmelbooks originated in Germany decades ago and have become a worldwide sensation with children (and adults!) everywhere. My Big Wimmelbooks is the first-ever Wimmelbook series to feature Wimmelbooks as Wimmelbooks in English. They&’ve been praised as &“lively . . . and abounding with humor and detail&” (WSJ), likely to &“make any parent&’s heart sing.&” (NYT)
My Big Wimmelbook—All Aboard the Train! (My Big Wimmelbooks)
by Stefan LohrA book for beginning readers, chock-full of vibrant illustrations that tell stories without the use of words, depicting tons of train rides throughout a busy day—from boarding the platform to wandering the aisles, surveying the pretty scenery whizzing by, and more
Muhammad Ali (PDF)
by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara<div><strong>In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Muhammad Ali, 'the greatest' boxer of all time.</strong><br /> <br /> When he was little, Muhammad Ali had his bicycle stolen. He wanted to fight the thief, but a policeman told him him to learn how to box first. After training hard in the gym, Muhammad developed a strong jab and an even stronger work ethic. His smart thinking and talking earned him the greatest title in boxing: Heavyweight Champion of the World. This moving book features <strong>stylish and quirky illustrations</strong> and <strong>extra facts at the back</strong>, including a <strong>biographical timeline</strong> with historical photos and a detailed profile of 'The Greatest's' life.<br /> <br /> <strong>Little People, BIG DREAMS</strong> is a<strong> bestselling series of books and educational games </strong>that<strong> explore the lives of outstanding people</strong>, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.<br /> <br /> This empowering series offers <strong>inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats</strong>. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. <strong>Boxed gift sets</strong> allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.<br /> <br /> <strong>Inspire the next generation of outstanding people</strong> who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!</div>
Muhammad Ali (Little People, BIG DREAMS #22)
by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara<div><strong>In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Muhammad Ali, 'the greatest' boxer of all time.</strong><br /> <br /> When he was little, Muhammad Ali had his bicycle stolen. He wanted to fight the thief, but a policeman told him him to learn how to box first. After training hard in the gym, Muhammad developed a strong jab and an even stronger work ethic. His smart thinking and talking earned him the greatest title in boxing: Heavyweight Champion of the World. This moving book features <strong>stylish and quirky illustrations</strong> and <strong>extra facts at the back</strong>, including a <strong>biographical timeline</strong> with historical photos and a detailed profile of 'The Greatest's' life.<br /> <br /> <strong>Little People, BIG DREAMS</strong> is a<strong> bestselling series of books and educational games </strong>that<strong> explore the lives of outstanding people</strong>, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.<br /> <br /> This empowering series offers <strong>inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats</strong>. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. <strong>Boxed gift sets</strong> allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.<br /> <br /> <strong>Inspire the next generation of outstanding people</strong> who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!</div>