The Newbery Medal-winning author brings her unparalleled talent to the classic animal story genre with this tale of two border collies who must discover that brothers and sisters can succeed in their own ways and still be friends. Illustrations.

When Bo spots what he thinks is a rip-roarin', rootin'-tootin', shiny red armadillo, he knows what he has to do. Follow that armadillo! Bo leaves his mother and three brothers behind and takes off for a two-stepping, bronco-bucking adventure. Jan Brett turns her considerable talents toward the Texas countryside in this amusing story of an armadillo on his own.

To Janey Larkin, the blue willow plate was the most beautiful thing in her life, a symbol of the home she could only dimly remember. Now that her father was an itinerant worker, Janey didn't have a home she could call her own or any real friends, as her family had to keep moving, following the crops from farm to farm. Someday, Janey promised the willow plate, with its picture of a real house, her ...

The third book in MacLachlan's popular series, which began with "Sarah, Plainand Tall" and was continued in "Skylark," spins a tale of love, forgiveness, and the ties that bind a family together.

A lovable dog with a reliable canine friend and a cow who never listens—a perfect mixture for a delightful story that begs to be shared.

Another fun story featuring a lovable main character who frequently overestimates his influence and abilities.

Charlie is used to running the ranch, so when Rowdy shows up for a day, smelling like Charlie's breakfast, stealing belly rubs from Mama and more, his patience is sorely tested. However, his big heart softens and kindness triumphs. A big message in a small story. Delightful.

Wilbur, a lovable pig, is rescued from a cruel fate by a beautiful and intelligent spider named Charlotte. "Told with delicacy, humor, and wisdom . . . a perfect blending of fantasy and complete realism".--"Booklist". Newbery Honor Book; ALA Notable Children's Books of 1940-1970.

Jimmy's boa constrictor wreaks havoc on the class trip to a farm.

Every page's sing-song rhyme introduces a new farm animal and its sound—"Ducks, come back!" Quack. Quack. Quack.—followed by the repeated phrase, "Down on the the farm, DOWN ON THE FARM." While jaunty words make this a fun farm primer, colorful illustrations fill in storyline details—the silliness of a goat kid stuck in a shoe who needs an assist from his farm friends. A visua ...

Developing readers can have fun while learning with these Green Light Readers, featuring short sentences, creative stories, and simple dialogue. Illustrations.

This volume featuring Cowgirl Kate and her feisty horse Cocoa showcases two treasured friendship stories from the second book in the Geisel Honor-winning series. Ideal for beginners, who will enjoy the easy-to-read text and full-of-fun illustrations by a Caldecott Honor-winning artist. Full color.

Who knew there were so many different types of tractors? Young readers will enjoy discovering the variety with the brother-sister team featured in the text.

Being responsible for the safety of others is a big job, but Jax, a livestock guardian dog, is up to the challenge. Coyotes? No problem. Rambunctious puppies? No problem. But then a mountain lion shows up, threatening the sheep Jax protects. A tense showdown ensues, insuring young readers will keep turning the pages as Jax tells his own story. The post-story pages feature interesting information a ...

In this acclaimed, award-winning national bestseller, readers are introduced to Ida B, a fourth grader like no other, who's living a life like no other, with a voice like no other, and a family like no other. How does Ida B cope when outside forces attempt to derail her, her family, and her future?

Naomi Vlecke lives with her farming family in an Amish community in Pennsylvania. The Amish first came to Pennsylvania in the early 1700s, and to this day preserve a religious and "plain" life-style. As part of her household chores, Naomi looks after the chickens with her little sister, Ruth.

Giving thanks makes Otis happy. He gives thanks for the land and country he loves. He cherishes his farm friends. And most of all, everyone's favorite tractor is thankful for the greatest thing in life: love. This original board book is a wonderful addition to Long's beloved series. Full color.

What happens when a town has an accidental abundance of pumpkins? What do Jos and her well-intentioned brothers do with a mountain of pumpkins? Readers are invited to step into Pumpkintown and see. Full color.

"Did Mama sing every day?"Caleb asks his sister Anna."Every-single-day," she answers."Papa sang, too."Their mother died the day after Caleb was born. Their house on the prairie is quiet now, and Papa doesn't sing anymore. Then Papa puts an ad in the paper, asking for a wife, and he receives a letter from one Sarah Elisabeth Wheaton, of Maine. Papa, Anna, and Caleb write back. Caleb asks if she sin ...

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. Illustrations.