Whether used for thematic story times, program and curriculum planning, readers' advisory, or collection development, this updated edition of the well-known companion makes finding the right picture books for your library a breeze. Generations of savvy librarians and educators have relied on this detailed subject guide to children's picture books for all aspects of children's services, and this new edition does not disappoint. Covering more than 18,000 books published through 2017, it empowers users to identify current and classic titles on topics ranging from apples to zebras. Organized simply, with a subject guide that categorizes subjects by theme and topic and subject headings arranged alphabetically, this reference applies more than 1,200 intuitive (as opposed to formal catalog) subject terms to children's picture books, making it both a comprehensive and user-friendly resource that is accessible to parents and teachers as well as librarians. It can be used to identify titles to fill in gaps in library collections, to find books on particular topics for young readers, to help teachers locate titles to support lessons, or to design thematic programs and story times. Title and illustrator indexes, in addition to a bibliographic guide arranged alphabetically by author name, further extend access to titles.
Pandas like to be loners. They enjoy spending their time resting and sleeping. But what will happen when a giant panda meets a girl who wants to become his friend? Fun and educational, this conversation between a chatty little girl and a giant fluffy bear will help your children learn more about pandas. The girl's interesting questions and panda's even more interesting answers and reactions will make your little ones laugh. Fun facts on some pages will teach your kids all about pandas, from what they eat to where they sleep. This story is suitable for all ages and anyone who works with children.
Panda The Cat was the most important being in the house. Until one day a baby arrived and changed her world forever.Now Panda will have to learn how to share and become friends with someone new.
Once upon a time there was a pudgy little bear called Puddin'. One day he went to play with his best friend, Cake. Cake was a mouse. While they were playing, Puddin' saw two eyes peeking out from a bush. Puddin' the Pudgy Panda Makes A New Friend is a heartwarming story for children of all ages. It teaches not to discriminate against those with different personalities but to open our hearts to new and exciting friendships. T. Williams created Puddin' the Pudgy Panda to help children learn and understand the many lessons in life. T. Williams lives in Virginia with her husband and family and is currently working on the third book in the Puddin' the Pudgy Panda series. This is an eLIVE book, meaning each printed copy contains a special code redeemable for the free download of the audio version of the book.
The Childrens Book Review Index contains review citations to give your students and researchers access to reviewers comments and opinions on thousands of books, periodicals, books on tape and electronic media intended and/ or recommended for children through age 10. The volume makes it easy to find a review by authors name, book title or illustrator and fully indexes more than 600 periodicals.