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Henry and Mudge fans will love this carry-along Ready-to-Read boxed
set with the first six books in the series
This handy Ready-to-Read boxed set of six cherished Henry and Mudge
classics includes paperback editions of "Henry and Mudge," "Henry
and Mudge in Puddle Trouble," "Henry and Mudge in the Green Time,"
"Henry and Mudge Under the Yellow Moon," "Henry and Mudge in the
Sparkle Days," and "Henry and Mudge and the Forever Sea." Parents
and children alike will love to visit with these beloved characters
in every humorous adventure
The joyous room-by-room presentation of a cozy house offers readers
a welcoming tour in this story about why home is such a special
place. Full-color illustrations.
John Dante is seventeen when the Japanese bomb Pearl Harbor, and he
wants to fight for his country. But then he falls head over heels
for Ginny Burton, who is against all war, and his beliefs are
suddenly questioned. Rather than be judged a traitor or a coward,
though, John enlists--a decision that changes his life
forever.
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"Includes a reader's guide and an inverview with the author."
It is fall and juicy things are growing in Mr. Putter's
backyard--apples, tomatoes, and pears. Mr. Putter dreams of all the
juicy things he loves to eat, but most of all, he dreams of pear
jelly. There's only one problem--cranky legs keep him from climbing
up to pick the pears. His ingenious solution will have young
readers cheering him on.
A beautiful and poignant meditation on what makes a home from
Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant. There are so many things, both big
and small, that make a place feel like home. Home is where you
might have a special nickname or a special toy. It’s where you
might have a snack or a nap or a bath—or all three! Whether home
is a city apartment or a country cottage, it’s a place you want
to return to again and again. Celebrate all kinds of homes—and
all kinds of families—in this cozy, lushly illustrated ode to the
universal feeling of being at home.
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We Give Thanks (Hardcover)
Cynthia Rylant; Illustrated by Sergio Ruzzier
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From acclaimed and beloved creators Cynthia Rylant and Sergio
Ruzzier comes a cozy and quirky picture book that reminds us of all
the wonderful things we have to be thankful for. We give thanks for
apple trees and bushes filled with roses. We give thanks for nice
warm soup and fires to warm our toeses. Follow two sweet friends as
they zip around town talking to all their pals about the things
they love. The pair may even have a plan cooking to show everyone
their gratitude! With its themes of thankfulness and inclusion,
this playfully illustrated story is the perfect read for
Thanksgiving--or for any day of the year.
In a lighthouse by the ocean, Seabold, a dog, and Pandora, a cat, live with their three little mice children, Whistler, Lila, and Tiny. One day, Lila and Whistler decide they want to investigate the mysterious forest that stands near their home. What adventures could be waiting between those trees? Brother and sister ask permission to go exploring and discover not only adventure and enchantment but also a new friend!
Mr. Putter can't imagine why anyone would need to know one hundred
ways to cook beans. His neighbour Mrs. Teaberry can, and she says a
cooking class will be something new and fun for them to do. Mr.
Putter isn't so sure - he'd much rather think about an ice cream
soda than all those beans. But Mrs. Teaberry has a way of talking
him into things. It turns out that learning one hundred ways to
cook beans might be more exciting than Mr. Putter ever expected.
With his cat, Tabby, and Mrs. Teaberry's dog, Zeke, at the class
with them, everything takes a chaotic turn when Zeke bites into
something surprising - and beans go flying!
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Hornbeam All in
Cynthia Rylant; Illustrated by Arthur Howard
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Snow (Paperback)
Cynthia Rylant; Illustrated by Lauren Stringer
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* "Few have the grace and exuberance of this lovely collaboration
of Rylant's evocative words and Stringer's entrancing paintings."
--Booklist, starred review Cynthia Rylant's lyrical descriptions of
the sights and feelings evoked by falling snow blend gorgeously
with the rich and beautiful world created by Lauren Stringer's
illustrations, in which a young girl, her friend, and her
grandmother enjoy the many things a snowy day has to offer.
From Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and acclaimed illustrator Mark
Teague comes Poppleton, a posh and persnickety pig with friends and
adventure abound! Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of
Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are
learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story format,
plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books
will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books plant a love
of reading and help readers grow!Meet Poppleton -- he's the new pig
in town! He makes friends with his new neighbor, Cherry Sue. He
goes to the library every Monday to read adventure stories. And he
helps his friend Fillmore take his medicine when he is sick. This
Acorn edition contains brand-new content, including story prompts
and how-to-draw pages!
Mr. Putter gets an old cat to share his life with him.
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In November (Paperback)
Cynthia Rylant; Illustrated by Jill Kastner
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In November, the air grows cold and the earth and all its creatures
prepare for winter. Animals seek food and shelter, and people
gather together to celebrate their blessings with family and
friends.
Cynthia Rylant's lyrical language and Jill Kastner's rich, cozy
paintings capture the cherished moments of this autumn month.
Mr. Putter is sure he is too old for birthday celebrations. And
that means he's also too old for model planes and balloons and
candles and cake. So on his special day, he invites Mrs. Teaberry
and Zeke over for a quiet cup of tea. But--good heavens --what
could "possibly" be taking them so long to arrive?
Nigel Chipmunk lives in a cozy little cottage on Thimbleberry Lane,
and he has wonderful neighbors who are always up for a visit or an
adventure. With heartwarming illustrations and old-fashioned charm,
this oh-so-gentle storybook is perfect for a snuggly read-aloud and
to be shared with the dearest of friends!
The world becomes an extraordinary place when viewed through the
eyes of a scarecrow.
They perch high above gardens and fields, with borrowed coats and
button eyes and pie-pan hands that glint in the sun. What else is
there to know about scarecrows? Perhaps more than we realize. . .
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Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant's lyrical descriptions of the
sights and feelings evoked by falling snow blend gorgeously with
the rich and beautiful world created by Lauren Stringer's
illustrations, in which a young girl, her friend, and her
grandmother enjoy the many things a snowy day has to offer.
Fall is filled with fun for Poppleton, the posh and persnickety pig
created by Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and acclaimed
illustrator Mark Teague! Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is
part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children
who are learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story
format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page,
these books will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books
plant a love of reading and help readers grow!Autumn has arrived
for Poppleton! He meets geese flying south for winter. He goes
shopping for a brand-new coat. And he has a delicious pancake
breakfast with his friend Cherry Sue!This Acorn edition contains
brand-new content, including story prompts and how-to-draw pages!
The first book in the acclaimed easy-to-read series featuring Henry and his lovable 180-pound dog, Mudge.
In this animal adventure from Newbery Medal-winning author Cynthia
Rylant, Stumpy Squirrel has just settled into a new nest in a
magnificent pin oak in Gooseberry Park. It's the perfect spot for
her babies to be born When they arrive healthy and strong, Stumpy's
three good friends--a Labrador retriever, a wise hermit crab, and a
bat who eats Chinese food--are thrilled. But after a terrible ice
storm destroys the pin oak, Stumpy disappears. It takes a special
combination of courage, humor, and tenacity for Stumpy's friends to
rescue her babies and bring her home again. Arthur Howard's
black-and-white illustrations illuminate the companions' adventures
throughout.
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