Sam is tired of waiting to be Hamster Helper. So when his class takes a trip to the science museum, Sam decides to bring along something extra . . .

Featuring a hilarious gang of wisecracking sheep and a wolf with a flair for drama, the classic tale of "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" is presented with a humorous twist. A Junior Library Guild Selection. Full color.

Ariel would love to be in the basket of Lucky Star on the day of the big balloon race against Bernard the Brave. Her mother, Carlotta the Great, is the best lady balloonist in America. But Ariel's parents think she is too young. Little do they know she is asleep in the Odds and Ends box when Carlotta the Great orders Hands off! and the balloon race begins. The thrills of Ariel's first ride in a h ...

On her day in town with her mother, a little girl starts off with an empty big green pocketbook--just like her mother's--and along the way collects pieces of her day to put inside, inventing stories for each treasure. Color illustrations. Trophy edition.

Jake the giraffe is missing, and Big Max is on the case! But is this mystery too big for even the world's greatest detective?

Woof! Woof!It's time for bed, but Biscuit wants to have a snack, and play, and hear stories. Will he ever go to sleep?

Biscuit wants to meet the new baby, but the baby is sleeping and Biscuit must be patient--and quiet. It's not easy, but at last the curious puppy gets to meet the baby. Full color.

Just in time to celebrate the 15th anniversary of "Biscuit," this My First I Can Read reader features a lost toy that gives the beloved bestselling character a chance to save the day and make new friends. Full color.

Whose teddy bear has Biscuit found?

A cute story for beginning readers who love pets.

This is a definite curl-up-in-your lap read aloud. The puppy’s playful shenanigans captured by the illustrations tell the whole story, while sparse text provides a repetitive, rhythmic backdrop. Playful and fun.

Biscuit's owner tries to teach him to fetch, but Biscuit has some tricks of his own to show her. Illustrations.

Written by a former head writer for "The Simpsons," this hilarious cautionary tale finds a little boy who refuses to share his toys learning a lesson with the help of an unlikely ally. Full color.

These classic titles are now updated with the most recent research with the cooperation and curators from the Smithsonian's Air & Space and Natural History museums. These new editions feature full-color photos, glossaries, reference materials, and indices.

Jess and Leslie, competitors at first, then unlikely friends who create a magical land called Terabithia, are the unforgettable protagonists in one of the most celebrated children's novels of all time. This classic has been adapted into a live-action picture from Walt Disney Pictures and Walden Media.

In this beautiful volume, the award-winning author of Scorpions and Now Is Your Time! combines eleven original poems with a selection of turn-of-the-century photographs chosen from his own personal collection. "A celebration of childhood and the African-American heritage".--Los Angeles Times Book Review.

Winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science SeriesIs a spider an insect? Is a ladybug a bug? Lean how to tell what is an insect and what isn't, and discover the fascinating world of the tiny creatures who live in your own backyard.

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.

Beloved by generations, this timeless classic about a peddler and a band of mischievous monkeys is filled with warmth, humor, and simplicity. Full color.

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.