With a little help from the Birthday Bird of Katroo, the Cat and Co. explain (in rhymed verse!) the origin of common holiday rituals such as lighting candles, dying eggs, and sending cards. Holidays include Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year’s, Groundhog’s Day, Valentine’s Day, President’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day—and that’s only through March! “The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library shows young readers that books can be entertaining and educational at the same time. This is a wonderful series!”—Barbara Kiefer, Ph.D. Bonnie Worth is the author of the Cat in the Hat Learning Library titles If I Ran the Rain Forest, Great Day for Pup!, Oh Say Can You Seed? (winner of the 2003 Ohio Farm Bureau Children’s Literature Award), Wish for a Fish, and Oh Say Can You Say Di-No-Saur? She lives in Middletown, NY. Among his many other credits, Aristides Ruiz is the illustrator of all the Cat in the Hat Learning Library Books. He lives in Newark, NJ.
The English Roses are in a tizzy over the gift exchange at school, especially Charlotte. Certain she?ll get something fabulous, she can?t hide her dismay at ending up with a dumpy pot holder. After her Secret Santa, the nerdy Jeanette Jones, runs off in tears, the English Roses help Charlotte grasp the true meaning of Christmas.
Started by Dr. Seuss, finished by Jack Prelutsky, and illustrated by Lane Smith, Hooray for Diffendoofer Day! is a joyous ode to individuality starring unsinkable teacher Miss Bonkers and the quirky Diffendoofer School (which must prove it has taught its students how to think--or have them sent to dreary Flobbertown). Included is an introduction by Dr. Seuss's longtime editor explaining how the book came to be and reproductions of Dr. Seuss's original pencil sketches and hand-printed notes for the book—a true find for all Seuss collectors! Jack Prelutsky and Lane Smith pay homage to the Good Doctor in their own distinctive ways, the result of which is the union of three one-of-a-kind voices in a brand-new, completely original book that is greater than the sum of its parts. For all of us who will never forget our school days and that special teacher, here is a book to give and to get.
Paint hands andGooey glue.Tricky puzzlesI can do!What's a day in preschool like? Com inside and see! Every preschooler will relate to this lyrical and empowering text that is fun to read again and again! Hiroe Nakata's expressive and active illustrations celebrate the happy place where kids learn to love school.
When the moon is up, Owl is wide awake and ready for fun: “Hooray for today! Would you like to play?” But everyone says, “Not now! I’m sleepy!” Owl’s playday gets lonely fast as each friend turns her away—until sunrise, when Owl discovers a friendly surprise. Perfect for little ones learning the art of patience, Hooray for Today! celebrates playtime, sharing, and friendship.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5! What can 5 little fingers do? Tickle, wiggle, dance-and more, just for you! Along with discovering just how amazing little fingers are, this irresistibly eye-catching book is also an engaging counting book. The die-cut holes on the cover and each spread encourage readers to play along.
Hooray for Thanksgiving! is a heart-warming addition to the popular Shiny Shapes series as Little Turkey takes time to remember all the things he is thankful for: family, food, and fun with friends! There are feather-shaped holes in every page, edged with shimmery, brightly-colored foil, leading to the end of the story—a Thanksgiving Day parade! With a host of cute characters to meet and a sweet story to share, Hooray for Thanksgiving! makes a special gift for the little one you're thankful for this holiday.