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.
Mabela the Clever
Author: Margaret Read MacDonald
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
Published: 2001-01-01
Total Pages: 35
ISBN-13: 0807549045
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPick of the Lists, ABA A 2001 Parents' Choice Picture Book Silver Honor Highly Commended Book–2002 Charlotte Zolotow Award Committee Texas Library Association 2002 2 X 2 Reading List Children's Literature Choice List 2002 Storytelling World Award-2002 Winner-Stories for Young Listeners 2001 Aesop Accolade, American Folklore Society 2003 Washington Children's Choice Master List "MacDonald's retelling of this Limba tale is engineered for storytime success."—School Library Journal starred review Mabela may be the smallest mouse in the village, but her father has taught her to be clever. And this cleverness comes in handy when the cat comes, inviting everyone to join the secret Cat Society. The mice line up, with Mabela at the front and the Cat at the back. They march into the forest, singing the secret Cat song and shouting FO FENG! Only clever Mabela realizes the Cat is up to no good!
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.
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.
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
I Am the Mummy Heb-Nefert
Author: Eve Bunting
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 36
ISBN-13: 9780152024642
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA mummy recalls her past life in ancient Egypt as the beautiful wife of the Pharaoh's brother.
Sheep Take a Hike
Author: Nancy E. Shaw
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Published: 1996-08-26
Total Pages: 37
ISBN-13: 0547349386
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThat fun flock is raring for a rugged hiking adventure. Rapid rhythm, rhyme, and colorful illustrations make this a perfect introduction to poetry.
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
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
