Bill and Pete
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Publisher: Puffin Books
Published: 1996-07-16
Total Pages: 34
ISBN-13: 0698114000
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhen William Everett Crocodile is chosen to be a suitcase, his talking toothbrush becomes his salvation.
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Bill and Pete to the Rescue
Author: Tomie dePaola
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 1998-04-13
Total Pages: 52
ISBN-13: 1524737356
DOWNLOAD EBOOKLittle Jane Allison Crocodile has been kidnapped by the Bad Guy's Big Bad Brother from Louisiana! Stowing away on a ship bound for New Orleans, Bill and his bird buddy, Pete, head to the rescue. But when Pete gets caught by the Rich Lady, it's up to Bill to save the day. Kids and parents everywhere will love Tomie dePaola's hilarious story featuring the Egyptian pair's first visit to the United States.
Little Grunt and the Big Egg
Author: Tomie dePaola
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2006-06-06
Total Pages: 36
ISBN-13: 1101996889
DOWNLOAD EBOOKTomie dePaola's classic (and hilarious) story of a young cave boy and his mysterious egg. Mama Grunt sends Little Grunt out to find a dozen eggs. All he can find is one huge egg. The egg hatches and out pops a baby dinosaur. Little Grunt names him George. Soon George grows too big for the Grunt family cave, and poor Little Grunt has to send him away. But when the local volcano erupts, there's only one dinosaur who can save the day!
Croco'nile
Author: Roy Gerrard
Publisher: Sunburst
Published: 2001-04-01
Total Pages: 32
ISBN-13: 9780374416119
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHieroglyphic messages are hidden throughout the story of Hamut's and Nekatu's adventures in ancient Egypt, as they travel down the Nile, become Pharoah's favorite artists, and are rescued by their pet crocodile. Reprint.
One Small Blue Bead
Author: Byrd Baylor
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2014-07-08
Total Pages: 32
ISBN-13: 1481417193
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA band of men sat huddled in a cave Where coals of fire glowed warm and red. Boy lay curled on a bed of leaves But he sat up when an old man said: "This thought keeps spinning in my head. There must be caves just like our own Somewhere And other axes made of stone Somewhere And other men like me." Though only Boy shares his dream, the old man leaves the tribe to search for what the world may hold. Boy does the old man's work in his absence and watches hopefully for his return... For any good thing Can happen when The world is full of Tribes of men Who know that they have brothers. First published in 1965 and long out of print, Byrd Baylor's powerful story is newly illustrated with Ronald Himler's vigorous yet tender pictures.
When Bob Met Woody
Author: Gary Golio
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Published: 2011-12-01
Total Pages: 44
ISBN-13: 0316210129
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn enchanting, true story of the 2016 Nobel Prize in Literature winner, Bob Dylan, and his mentor, Woody Guthrie. "Hey hey, Woody Guthrie, I wrote you a song..." When Bob finished, Woody's face lit up like the sun. Bob Dylan is a musical icon, an American legend, and, quite simply, a poet. But before he became Bob Dylan, he was Bob Zimmerman, a kid from rural Minnesota. This lyrical and gorgeously illustrated picture book biography follows Bob as he renames himself after his favorite poet, Dylan Thomas, and leaves his mining town to pursue his love of music in New York City. There, he meets his folk music hero and future mentor, Woody Guthrie, changing his life forever.
Strega Nona Meets Her Match
Author: Tomie dePaola
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 1996-07-16
Total Pages: 34
ISBN-13: 0698114116
DOWNLOAD EBOOKTomie dePaola’s beloved and bestselling Strega Nona gets in some friendly competition in this beloved addition to the series! Strega Nona (Grandma Witch) has cures for warts and headaches, even lovesickness. She uses old-fashioned potions and magic and the villagers in Calabria flock to her door. But when her friend Strega Amelia comes over the mountain for a visit, she brings more than just gossip. Soon she's set up her own shop, using the latest modern gadgets, offering sweets and cappuccino--to all of Strega Nona's regulars! Looks like Strega Nona's met her match, Unless she's got her own cure. For Strega Amelia! "A pleasure to read aloud, this features the broad humor that young children relish."—Booklist
Bill and Pete Go Down the Nile
Author: Tomie dePaola
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 1996-07-16
Total Pages: 36
ISBN-13: 0399548394
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIt's a new school year, as William Everett Crocodile and his trusty friend and toothbrush, Pete, prepare for a class trip down the Nile. They're ready for the mysterious Sphinx. They're ready for mummies and pyramids. Their teacher, Ms. Ibis, has even promised them a glimpse of the priceless jewel called "the Sacred Eye of Isis." But are Bill and Pete ready for the Bad Guy, up to his usual no-good tricks? Come along on this fast-paced and funny adventure with Bill and Pete, and find out.
Jamie O'Rourke and the Pooka
Author: Tomie dePaola
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2002-01-14
Total Pages: 36
ISBN-13: 1101653477
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhen Jamie O'Rourke's wife leaves him alone for a week, it's up to Jamie to do the housework. But Jamie isn't just the laziest man in Ireland, he's also the messiest! When a magical pooka arrives unexpectedly and starts to do the dishes and sweep the house, Jamie thinks that maybe he's the luckiest man in Ireland as well. But will Jamie's good fortune-and his pooka's housekeeping-last? Young readers will be giggling through Tomie dePaola's delightfully funny sequel to Jamie O'Rourke and the Big Potato. "DePaola's jaunty storytelling pace and his snappy Irish phrases give this tale extra sparkle." Publishers Weekly, starred review
Nana Upstairs and Nana Downstairs
Author: Tomie dePaola
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2000-04-03
Total Pages: 35
ISBN-13: 1101654538
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe love between many generations shines brightly in this story grandparents, parents, and grandchildren will treasure. Tommy is four years old, and he loves visiting the home of his grandmother, Nana Downstairs, and his great-grandmother, Nana Upstairs. But one day Tommy's mother tells him Nana Upstairs won't be there anymore, and Tommy must struggle with saying good-bye to someone he loves. Updated with new, full-color illustrations, this classic story will continue to win the hearts of readers of all ages. "Children will want to hear this again and again." –School Library Journal, starred review "A quietly touching story that depicts loving family relationships." –Publishers Weekly
