VHS: 9726 $49.95
HCBook/Cass: 6962 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4185 $29.95
DVD: 8071 $50.00
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Lightship
K-3
By Brian Floca
Introduced by Brian Floca
Do you know what a Lightship is?
Once, lightships anchored on the waters across America ... floating where lighthouses could not be built. Smaller than most commercial ships, but far more steadfast, lightships held their spots through calm and storm, to guide sailors toward safe harbors. This fascinating book presents life aboard these relatively unknown -- but very important -- little ships.
Come aboard as Brian Floca introduces his story from the wheelhouse of the lightship Ambrose.
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VHS: 9724 $49.95
HCBook/Cass: 6960 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4183 $29.95
DVD: 8069 $50.00
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The Three Snow Bears
PreK-3
By Jan Brett
When Allo-ki loses her sled dogs, her search for them leads her to an igloo. She can't resist peeking inside ... and then she can't resist the smell of something delicious.
Meanwhile, Mama, Papa, and Baby Snow Bear are out for a walk -- waiting for their breakfast to cool. This Goldilocks story takes a wonderful twist when an endearing snow bear family and a curious Inuit girl meet face to face in a land where Inuits and the animals share the amazing Arctic landscape.
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VHS: 9723 $49.95
HCBook/Cass: 6959 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4182 $29.95
DVD: 8068 $50.00
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Buster
K-3
By Denise Flemming
Introduced by Denise Fleming
Buster was a happy dog. He had everything he could ever want -- a happy home ... a bowl with his name on it ... a basketful of toys ... and so much more. Then one day his owner, Brown Shoes, brought home the BIG BOX. Inside the BIG BOX was something Buster did not want. And that 'something' was named Betty!
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VHS: 9718 $49.95
SCBook/Cass: 6945 $17.95
SCBook/CD: 4159 $19.95
DVD: 8047 $50.00
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Miss Smith's Incredible Story Book
K-3
By Michael Garland
Zack is sure second grade will be boring, but that is before he
meets his most interesting new teacher. Miss Smith has a knack for
telling tales---when she reads to the class from her incredible book, the
stories seem to literally spring to life. After each tale ends, the fantastic
characters slip back into Miss Smith’s mysterious book, leaving Zack and
his classmates wide-eyed with wonder. One day Miss Smith is late for
school and the principal takes over story time. See what happens when
many books come to life at once and what it takes to restore calmness in
the class.
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VHS: 9719 $49.95
SCBook/Cass: 6946 $27.95
SCBook/CD: 4160 $29.95
DVD: 8048 $50.00
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Mr. Ouchy's First Day
K-3
By B.G. Hennessey
Illustrated by Paul Meisel
Mr. Ouchy, a teacher, has a case of firstday
jitters. Will his students like him? What if he can’t remember their
names? What if he can’t even find the bathroom? Fortunately, Mr.
Ouchy’s students have plenty of their own questions, and together they
have a great day telling time, spelling Mr. Ouchy’s silly-sounding name,
and just having fun. This is an upbeat classroom story with a funny twist
on the first day of school experience, and its lively illustrations are sure
to please young readers. This story will help young children explore their
feelings about beginning a new school year.
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VHS: 9725 $49.95
HCBook/Cass: 6961 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4184 $29.95
DVD: 8070 $50.00
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Before You Were Mine
K-3
By Maribeth Boelts
Illustrated by David Walker
A little boy wonders what his dog's life was like before he was adopted from the shelter. Did he have a different name? Did he once have a family who loved him? How long was he alone? Maybe it doesn't matter because now he's home ... and getting all the love he should have.
A heartwarming story about how adopting an animal can bring happiness and comfort to a pet ... as well as the owner.
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VHS: 9722 $49.95
HCBook/Cass: 6958 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4181 $29.95
DVD: 8067 $50.00
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Dear Deer
A book of Homophones
K-3
By Gene Barretta
Introduced by Gene Barretta
Clever Aunt Ant has just moved to the zoo. Speaking in homophones, she describers the quirky animal behavior she sees. There's the MOOSE who loves MOUSSE and ATE EIGHT bowls ... and a WHALE that was ALLOWED to WAIL ALOUD -- and that's just for starters!
Gene Baretta's playful story introduces children to homophones ... and a cast of characters to boot!
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VHS: 9721 $49.95
HCBook/Cass: 6952 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4175 $29.95
DVD: 8055 $50.00
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Now
& Ben
The Modern Inventions of Ben Franklin
K-3
By Gene Barretta
Introduced by Gene Barretta
What would you do if you lived in a community without a library,
hospital, or fire department? If you were Benjamin Franklin,
you'd set up these organizations. He also designed the lightning
rod, suggested the idea for daylight savings, and even invented bifocals
-- all inspired by his common sense and intelligence. in this
informative book, Gene Barretta brings Mr. Franklin to life as one
of the most influential figures in American history.
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VHS: 9730 $49.95
HCBook/Cass: 6951 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4174 $29.95
DVD: 8054 $50.00 |
The
Cow Who Clucked
PreK-1
By Denise Fleming
Introduced by Denise Fleming
What's a cow to do when she's lost her moo? Go out
and find it, of course! Join Cow and her friends as they conduct
their barnyard search. Cow searches right into the starry night
until she can go no farther. But, in the end, Cow and her moo
are reunited and all is well. Caldecott Honor winner Denise
Fleming has created a character that will appeal directly to a child's
sense of humor. The simple repetition will have children chanting
right along with Cow!
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HCBook/Cass: 6963 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4186 $29.95
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Mississippi Morning
K-3
By Ruth Vander Zee
Illustrated by Floyd Cooper
Piece by piece, James William's comfortable life begins to unravel. First, he learns that the burning of a black man's house was not an accident. Then his fishing buddy, LeRoy, tells him about the hanging tree and the Klan. James simply can't believe racial hatred exists in his own community until he comes face to face with a Klan member.
A thought provoking story of one boy's loss of naivete in the face of harsh historical realities. |
HCBook/Cass: 6953 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4176 $29.95
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Miss
Malakey Leaves No Reader Behind
K-4
By Judy Finchler and Kevin O'Malley
Illustrations by Kevin O'Malley
Principal Wiggins promises to dye his toupee purple, and
sleep on the roof of his school, if his students read 1000 books
by June. Miss Malarkey is determined to find the right book
for each student so they'll participate in the program and learn
to love reading. She's got a tough audience -- video game
fanatics, artists, sports lovers -- nonreaders all. Will
she attain her goal? And, will Mr. Wiggins honor his promise?
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HCBook/Cass: 6954 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4177 $29.95
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One-Eye! Two-Eye! Three-Eyes!
A Very Grimm Fairy Tale
K-2
Told by Aaron Shepard
Pictures by Gary Clement
When a young girl is picked on for having only two
eyes by her cruel sisters, -- with one and three eyes, respectively
(and who think they are normal!) -- she turns to
a fairy godmother, a magic goat, and a handsome knight for
help. With a spirited text that is fun to read aloud,
and hilarious illustrations, this clever retelling of a classic
Brothers Grimm story celebrates the joy of not only having
two eyes, but finding the courage to be proud of them, too.
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HCBook/Cass:
6955 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4178 $29.95
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The
Forever Dog
1-4
By Bill Cochran
Illustrated by Dan Andreasen
Mike and his dog, Corky, are best friends. They
do everything together. They even make a plan to be forever
together. It is their Forever Plan -- and it works well. From
one year to the next, Corky is right there with Mike -- until
one day when Mike comes home from school and Corky isn't there
...
The story of how Mike comes to accept Corky's death forms a simple,
poignant portrait of a special friendship that celebrates
the joys of having a pet, and becomes a heartfelt guide for anyone
who is coping with the loss of a loved one. |
HCBook/Cass:
6956 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4179 $29.95
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Bad
Boys
K-2
By Margie Palatini
Illustrated by Henry Cole
Margie Palatini and Henry Cole have created a madcap fairy-tale read-along
sure to capture the imagination of young readers. Bad boy wolves,
Will and Wally, try to pull the wool over the sheep's' eyes -- dressing in
disguise as Willimina and Wallanda ...hiding out "on the lam" ... spying
for dinner -- that is, until they meet their match in the form of three savvy
sheep. The truth is only a close shave away!
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HCBook/Cass:
6957 $27.95
HCBook/CD: 4180 $29.95
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Bad
Boys Get Cookie!
K-2
By Margie Palatini
Illustrated by Henry Cole
Those two bad boys, Willy and Wally, are still really bad! And
now they have two bad sweet tooths. When the baker's cookie runs
off, these newly cloaked private eyes, "Willis and Wallace", see their
chance to GET COOKIE! But, this is one smart cookie. Can
our terrible duo satisfy their hankering before their new disguises
land them in ill-fated trouble? Margie Palatini and Henry Cole
reunite for another rollicking fairy-tale. |
