Michael Garland
Author
Language
English
Description
Mr. Smith is the green thumb of the neighborhood, and his colorful garden and perfectly manicured lawn are his pride and joy. So, when he eyes the neighborhood kids
traipsing through his yard and trampling his flowers, he roars, "GET OFF MY LAWN!". The thunderous scolding sends all the kids sprinting home and blaming "mean" Mr. Smith for ruining their fun. But one mom knows exactly where the blame really belongs and helps the children understand...
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English
Description
Ricky doesn't play outside. He doesn't read books. He is so addicted to his phone, his life consists only of what he sees and hears on the screens he holds in front of his face... and that's just how the BIG IDEA Company wants it! The company tells kids what to like, what to buy, what to do, and even what to think! New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Michael Garland creates a haunting, yet eerily familiar, world that reminds readers...
3) Ferry Boat
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
20210105.
Language
English
Description
A child describes each moment of the ferry boat ride from Manhattan to Staten Island and back, including seeing the Statue of Liberty and the Verrazano Bridge.
6) Paul Bunyan
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Series
Language
English
Description
This truly tall tale weaves the story of giant lumberjack Paul Bunyan and his beloved bovine companion, Babe. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the tale, and an introduction to the author and illustrator. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Tall tales thrive on exaggeration and embellishment, making them some of our nation's most cherished creative stories. With...
7) Pecos Bill
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Series
Language
English
Description
This tall tale weaves the story of legendary cowboy Pecos Bill, who was raised by coyotes and had adventures with his beloved horse, Widow-Maker. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the tale, and an introduction to the author and illustrator. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Tall tales thrive on exaggeration and embellishment, making them some of our nation's most...
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Series
Language
English
Description
Based on a real person, this tall tale tells the story of legendary nurseryman Johnny Appleseed and how he introduced apple trees to large parts of the United States. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the tale, and an introduction to the author and illustrator. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Tall tales thrive on exaggeration and embellishment, making them some...
9) Casey Jones
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Series
Language
English
Description
Based on a real person, this tall tale tells the story of legendary train engineer Casey Jones and his heroic last ride on the Cannonball Express. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the tale, and an introduction to the author and illustrator. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Tall tales thrive on exaggeration and embellishment, making them some of our nation's...
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Series
Language
English
Description
Herman Jiggle has something he wants to say. He doesn't like recess anymore. And it's NOT because he's kinda sorta shy. Herman is frustrated because recess isn't fun when other kids do things that make it not fun. Like, when you play tag, it isn't supposed to hurt. Or when you play on the playground, you aren't supposed to wind up getting woodchips dumped on your head. And it isn't very fair when kids change the rules so that they are the ones who...
Author
Series
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Formats
Description
A determined boy tries to find the perfect place to curl up with his new book in this hilarious and heartwarming story. From bedroom to den, from kitchen to backyard, our eager reader dodges his baby sister's messes, a lawn full of spraying sprinklers, and more—all in a quest for the best place to read!
The bouncy rhymes of authors Debbie Bertram and Susan Bloom and the vibrant artwork of bestselling illustrator Michael
...Author
Series
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
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Description
The little boy from The Best Place to Read can now read by himself, and he's looking for an audience. But everyone—his parents, siblings, grandparents, even his dog!—is too busy to hear a story in this fun and lively tale. When our young reader finally settles in to read to his toys, he gets a surprise visit and learns that the best time to read is whenever you have loved ones to listen! With catchy, rhyming text and vibrant illustrations,...