Driven by an overwhelming sense of faith, direction, and conviction, Harriet Tubman risked her life repeatedly for the causes of freedom and equality. An amazing life beautifully captured in this biography for developing readers.

The biography emphasizes Edison's grit in improving or inventing new products.

It seems like Alexander Hamilton faced challenges from the very start of his life. This early biography relates the many times and ways Hamilton overcame barriers to become an early visionary for the young USA.

On the first day of kindergarten, everyone is new at school--even Sam!

A lovable character discovers the library in this celebration of books and reading.

A pet comes with responsibility, and Clark the Shark isn't quite up to the task at first. As a result, his new pet dogfish gets into all kinds of humorous trouble. Can a young shark become a successful pet owner? Beginning readers will hope this isn't Clark's last appearance in a book!

A dog, a few treats, and the forces evident in stand -created machines make a science classroom abuzz with excitement. Can a few common materials really create a fun way to give a deserving doggy a treat?

A simple but enjoyable story in which science plays a critical role.

"When nobody is available to play, imaginative Ty is undeterred. After all, an empty box always has potential to be something more! Beautiful storytelling with family at its core."

"The frustration of failure gives way to the help of a new friend, leading to a fun day filled with imagination. An award-winning book!"

Ty and his dad can go anywhere with a little imagination. And since the weather is perfect for a trip to the beach, they head to their backyard where sand and surf await. This is a beautiful but simple book that shows the power of imagination and the love of a family.

If you can't bear it, fight it. At least that what Fox thinks about winter until a friend shows him the beautiful silence of the season. The fun main character and great writing make this a enjoyable read!

Courage can be easier to find when a friend is nearby. Another delightful story about Fox and his adventures!

Lively illustrations tag team with text to unfold a delightful tale of a determined fox and his very creative problem-solving methods. They're a little off the mark, but his friends, whose patience grows thin, take note of the problem and band together for a solid solution. Storytelling at its best.

A nighttime rainstorm sends Pip Squeak scrambling to catch the drips pouring through his leaky roof. But the drops just won't stop, and soon it's wetter inside the house than out! Full-color illustrations.

From writing letters to going swimming, telling stories to finding lost buttons, Frog and Toad are always there for each other--just as best friends should be.

Daniel is hurt when others laugh at his wood carving, until he learns that giving people pleasure takes a very special gift. 'Good, warm feelings result from reading this gentle tale set in rural Tennessee during pioneer days.' 'CS. 'A lovely book on all counts.' 'NYT. Notable Children's Books of 1979 (ALA)

Pickles is a young cat with big paws and big plans. But all he can find to do is chase other cats, until he is adopted by the local firehouse.Knowing that this is his chance to do big things, Pickles works hard to be a good fire cat. He learns to jump on a fire truck. He learns to help put out a fire, and he even helps out in a rescue! Beginning readers will cheer when Pickle's dream finally comes ...