An extraordinary story of an extraordinary man, "Pit Bull" tells the story of Buzzy Schwartz and is filled with humorous and commanding insights into the psychology of making money and dazzling stories of fortunes made and lost.
A teeny tiny baby, just two weeks old, describes his needs and wants--such as being tickled and petted, nursing, sleeping, and looking at "that other baby" in the bathroom mirror. Illustrated with color paintings. Selected by the New York Times Book Review as one of the Best Illustrated Children's Books of 1994.
As a recent and proud graduate of the second grade, Andrew looks back on all the things he learned during the school year as a student in Ms. Jones's classroom. Among Andrew's achievements are subtracting 348 from 411, writing in cursive, reading an entire chapter book, and playing the xylophone. Color illustrations accompany the text.
With the help of her third-grade sister Lucy, young Annabelle Swift prepares for her first day of kindergarten. However, once Annabelle gets to school, it seems that everything Lucy told her is...wrong. Will Annabelle Swift be a kindergarten washout? Color illustrations accompany the text.
With the help of her third-grade sister Lucy, young Annabelle Swift prepares for her first day of kindergarten. However, once Annabelle gets to school, it seems that everything Lucy told her is...wrong. Will Annabelle Swift be a kindergarten washout? Color illustrations accompany the text.
Young Sarah is friends with her elderly neighbor, Miss Lilly. Together Sarah and Miss Lilly enjoy such activities as taking care of Miss Lilly's garden and making plum jelly. When Miss Lilly dies, Sarah is able to cope with her grief by remembering all the good times they shared. Color ink-wash illustrations accompany the text.
Three boys proudly brag about their friendship--but would their friendship be as strong without the companionship of their three female pals? Are they really the Boys Team as they claim, or are they, in reality, the Friends Team? Color illustrations accompany the text.
Bea Jones and her father, Mr. Jones, are both in very bad moods. Bea is bored with going to kindergarten, and Mr. Jones is tired of his job at the big advertising agency. Luckily, Mr. Jones comes up with a remarkable idea: he and Bea will change places--Mr. Jones will take Bea's spot in her kindergarten class, while Bea will fill in for her dad at ...
Readers accompany Emily and her grandmother as they spend the summer traveling across America visiting all 50 states. Along the way, they learn the history of each state, observe the customs brought to America from other countries, and recognize the contributions of Native Americans to the history of the U.S. Color illustrations accompany the text.
Sara wants to paint something truly wonderful for the second grade art show, but where and how should she begin? This is a story about the all-too-familiar phenomenon of procrastination.
Mrs. Moskowitz is unhappy in her new apartment until the discovery of her old Sabbath candlesticks prompt her into a series of activities that turn her new dwelling into a real home.
On her way to market Jenna makes four new friends. Along with Baby Elephant, there's Robin, who thinks Jenna has a very silly beak; Fly, who wonders where her hundred eyes are; and Goldfish, who thinks she has very goofy gills. Kirkus has written that ?the power and grace in Schwartz's spare style and language lies in the fact that she never ...
Four vignettes about a preschooler named James who has many things that he likes--including his parents, his grandparents, his twin siblings, visiting the nearby county fair, and playing with his best friend, Angela. Color illustrations accompany the text.
Only Fancy Aunt Jess could tell Becky what it will feel like to fall in love, and only Hest and Schwartz could create such an affectionate, lively portrait of a young girl and the aunt she adores. Color illustrations.
A STAR IS BORN, HIPPO STYLE in this riotous tribute to life upon the stage. Determined to be a star, Darlene signs up for theater class. And she succeeds, though not in the way you might expect. In Noah's Ark she's cast as the Flood, with cataclysmic results. She mangles her lines in a science fiction epic. And as Sleeping Beauty, she, well, ...
A young boy tries to convince his mother that one of their neighbors is a witch. Can his story really be true? Two-color illustrations accompany the text.
Simon and his family are moving, and Simon expresses all his own fears by projecting them onto his younger sister, Maggie. According to Simon, Maggie doesn't want to leave the local playground, her favorite teacher, or the family's much beloved house. Watercolor illustrations accompany the text.
A toddler named Henry enjoys a day full of activity and fun. From visiting with his friends on the stoop of the red brick apartment building they all call home, to playing trains with his mother, to mailing a letter, Henry's happy life proves that even the most seemingly ordinary day can indeed be glorious. Colorful gouache and pen-and-ink ...
With the simplest of text and fresh, beguiling illustrations, these board books introduce the smallest of readers to two favorite pets--a kitten and a puppy. Full color.
What toddler can resist a wiggly puppy? Here is a board book with the simplest of texts and fresh, beguiling illustrations. When a puppy sets out to explore the world outside, there's a ball to be chased, a puddle to splash in, and maybe a little yawn too. Then it's time to say hello -- with a great big lick for a lucky boy.
The creators of "The Purple Coat" team up again for another heartwarming tale. Gabby and her grandfather plan to celebrate his birthday by going ice-skating together. It's a day full of cake, candles, and surprises for the duo in this winter story with festive art by bestselling illustrator Amy Schwartz. Full color.
After a long day of playing in the park, young Anna settles down for bed. As she drifts off to sleep, Anna imagines that she can fly, and once again visits the park. Illustrated with color paintings.
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