Silvey's 35 years in children's book publishing inform this authoritative list of essential reading for kids of all ages. In addition to the 100 best, extensive lists of books to meet special needs and interests as well as classics, selected by age
Each delightful story in this appealing collection of contemporary illustrated children's books from 16 different countries is reprinted with complete text and original art.
Best Children Stories: Best Children's Stories in English: A Collection of Timeless Tales for Young Readers Spark joy and curiosity with this beautifully curated collection of the Best Children's Stories in English, featuring timeless tales that entertain, inspire, and teach valuable lessons. From heartwarming friendships and magical adventures to bravery and kindness, this anthology brings together beloved classic stories and modern favorites, perfect for young readers aged 4-10. Each story is crafted with engaging language, enchanting illustrations, and age-appropriate themes that support early reading skills, imagination, and character building. With simple yet expressive prose, this book is ideal for bedtime, classroom reading, or independent exploration. Discover beloved characters, explore fantastic lands, and celebrate the power of friendship and kindness through tales that children will treasure for a lifetime.
The only guide you'll need for choosing the best videos -- and CD-ROMS -- for your family. INCLUDES: More than 1000 entries of kid-tested and adult-approved videos currently available. Listings organized by age -- from infancy to adolescence -- as recommended by child development specialists. A wide range of categories with special attention to gender and ethnicity: Educatioinal/Instructional; Fairy Tales; Family Literature and Myth; Special Interest; Foreign Language; Holiday; Music; How-To; and Nature. Review ratings in a clear, easy-to-read format. Evaluations by panels of adults and children. Outstanding programs from independents and major studios. Ordering information, running times, and suggested retail prices. Evaluations of more than 100 CD-ROMs 500 recommended feature films for the family...and more!
(Easy Piano Songbook). A great collection of over 100 songs, including: Alouette * Alphabet Song * The Ballad of Davy Crockett * The Bare Necessities * Be Kind to Your Parents * Beauty and the Beast * Bingo * The Brady Bunch * The Candy Man * A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes * Eensy Weensy Spider * The Farmer in the Dell * Frere Jacques * Friend Like Me * Hakuna Matata * Hello Mudduh, Hello Fadduh! * I Whistle a Happy Tune * I'm Popeye the Sailor Man * Jesus Loves Me * The Muffin Man * My Favorite Things * On Top of Spaghetti * Puff the Magic Dragon * The Rainbow Connection * A Spoonful of Sugar * Take Me Out to the Ball Game * Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star * Winnie the Pooh * and more.
From award-winning author Pablo Cartaya comes a deeply moving middle grade novel about a daughter and father finding their way back to each other in the face of their changing family and community. A SCHNEIDER FAMILY BOOK AWARD HONOR FOR MIDDLE GRADE Emilia Torres has a wandering mind. It's hard for her to follow along at school, and sometimes she forgets to do what her mom or abuela asks. But she remembers what matters: a time when her family was whole and home made sense. When Dad returns from deployment, Emilia expects that her life will get back to normal. Instead, it unravels. Dad shuts himself in the back stall of their family's auto shop to work on an old car. Emilia peeks in on him daily, mesmerized by his welder. One day, Dad calls Emilia over. Then, he teaches her how to weld. And over time, flickers of her old dad reappear. But as Emilia finds a way to repair the relationship with her father at home, her community ruptures with some of her classmates, like her best friend, Gus, at the center of the conflict. Each Tiny Spark by Pablo Cartaya is a tender story about asking big questions and being brave enough to reckon with the answers.
"A fascinating chapter in American social and cultural history, Like Our Very Own offers compelling evidence of the role that adoption has played in our evolving efforts to define the meaning and nature of both motherhood and family."--BOOK JACKET.