Have you ever had the feeling a doll was watching you?Jenna finds the perfect gift for her sister at a neighbor's garage sale—a beautiful old doll dressed all in red velvet. Jenna can't believe her luck. Not only does Mrs. Tate seem happy to be rid of the doll, she even gives it to Jenna for free! But when Jenna takes the doll home, trouble begins. First her best friend gets a creepy feeling whenever she's around it. Then the family cat hisses...
Every animal approaches winter differently. What should the fox do? Stunning illustrations by new talent Jones complement this playful homage to the natural world by Newbery Honoree Bauer (On My Honor). Full color. 8 x 10.
Meet Mr. Geo, everybody's favorite geography teacher! He loves to explore new places. Today, he's visiting California, the Golden State. His first stop is a TV studio for a front-row seat at his favorite television talent show! Then he will feed the sea lions at the San Diego Zoo. He'll cheer for the Los Angeles Angels, ride a cable car in San Francisco, visit the Redwood Forest and even pan for gold! He'll also visit fun-filled theme parks, b...
Part of a first-of-its-kind, nonfiction, easy reader series about the 50 states, "Celebrating New York" takes beginning readers on a whirlwind tour of the Empire State with Mr. Geo as he explores New York City and New York State with stops at cultural attractions, historic landmarks, scenic wonders, sports events, and much more. Full color.
Meet Mr. Geo, everybody's favorite geography teacher! He loves to explore new places. Today, he's visiting New York, the Empire State. His first stop is Times Square on New Year's Eve. He plans to climb to the top of the Statue of Liberty and watch a Broadway show, too. Then, he's heading north to visit many historic landmarks and scenic wonders, including Niagara Falls. Join Mr. Geo on his travels all around New York. Together, you will disco...
This title in a new nonfiction, easy reader series about the 50 states takes beginning readers on a whirlwind tour of the Sunshine State with Mr. Geo. Youngsters are invited to join this fun and funny geography teacher as he visits popular attractions, national parks, historic landmarks, beaches, and much, much more. Full color.
A boy, a dog, and an old man are lonely before the boy plans a rally, the dog looks for a boy, and all the townspeople run to the old man's aid when lightning strikes his home and something miraculous happens. Illustrations.
How do I love you? Let me count the ways. In this board book with padded covers, a parent declares her love...as the bees love a flower, a duck loves a shower, a bird loves to sing, a bear loves the spring. Written by Newbery-award-winning author Marion Dane Bauer, inspired by the poem by Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and with pictures by Caroline Jayne Church, illustrator of the bestselling I Love You Through and Through.
Why do kittens purr?
Because they're happy,
deep inside their fur.
Lions roar in the dining room and frogs hop down the stairs as a child's curiosity leads to whimsical fun. Marion Dane Bauer and Henry Cole create an inviting child's-eye view of the world in their imaginative book.
Eine anrührende Geschichte über einen Wolfswelpen.
In den Wäldern von Minnesota werden vier gesunde und starke Wolfswelpen geboren. Und dann kommt noch ein fünfter Welpe auf die Welt. Schwarz und mit einem weißen Stern auf der Brust sieht er aus wie sein Vater King. Aber etwas stimmte nicht mit ihm: er ist klein, viel zu klein. King macht sich große Sorgen. Die Welt ist hart und der Überlebenskampf unerbittlich ...
This critically acclaimed, first-ever collection of original stories devoted to the topic of growing up gay or lesbian, or with gay or lesbian parents or friends, features works by Marion Dane Bauer, Lois Lowry, Francesca Lia Block, Bruce Coville, James Cross Giblin, M.E. Kerr, William Sleaton, Jane Yolen, and eight others.
When lightning flares in the faraway sky, and clouds growl like lions waking, big brother Chad is thrilled by the coming storm. But not little Brannon. He looks for a place to hide. Each adult tries to calm Brannon in turn, by comparing the thunder to something that's not scary. Full color.
In this companion book to the "New York Times" bestseller "My Mother Is Mine, " lilting verses describe how various animals care for and protect their young, making it an ideal Father's Day gift. Full color.
From Newbery Honoree Marion Dane Bauer comes a heartwarming novel in verse that's a companion to the "wholly satisfying” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) Little Dog, Lost.When an indoor calico cat named Patches spots a golden autumn leaf fluttering past her window, she can't help but venture outside to chase it. But soon, Patches feels something tugging at her, telling her to find a special place—one she won't know until she sees it. Why must ...
This beautiful retelling of the Nativity story that celebrates the timeless joy of Christmas and of welcoming a new baby into the world is now available as a Classic Board Book!Have you heard? A baby is coming! Our baby is here? When Mary and Joseph's child was born, the good tidings spread from the animals in the manger, to the shepherds in the fields, to the kings in distant lands, and even to the angels in the heavens! Now every time a baby...
