![George and Martha: The Complete Stories of Two Best Friends](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0395851580.jpg?itok=LuWhggp1)
The slightly silly, gently humorous, often wise stories of the irrepressible hippopotamus duo, George and Martha, have been compiled into one large volume in honor of the 25th anniversary of their first appearance. George and Martha’s friendship is revealed in a series of short stories each illustrated with seemingly simple but hugely expressive illustrations – appropriate for the size of their friendship.
George and Martha: The Complete Stories of Two Best Friends
![Georgie Lee](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0688179401.jpg?itok=CIFZ_UX6)
When J.D. first meets Georgie Lee, a cow, on his grandmother’s farm, he doesn’t think she’s very smart or even very gentle. During the course of the summer, however, they share many adventures and J.D. comes to agree with Grandmother: Georgie Lee is not only smart and gentle, she’s shrewd and funny and helps make the summer very special.
Georgie Lee
![Giving Thanks: The 1621 Harvest Feast](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0439243955.jpg?itok=1s2iMnwK)
Alternating between narratives of Dancing Moccasins, a 14-year old Wampanoag boy, and Resolved White, a 6-year old English boy, the preparation and cooperation between the Pilgrims and Indians unfold. It culminates in the harvest celebration of what is now an annual celebration called Thanksgiving. Full color photographs of actors in authentic clothing and additional notes about sources complete this informative, carefully researched, and respectful book.
Giving Thanks: The 1621 Harvest Feast
![Goblins in Green](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0688128025.jpg?itok=310Nv9iC)
Meet Annabelle, Zelda, and the 24 lively green goblins in between, all dressed in zany costumes gleaned from an attic trunk. The language is alliterative and may stretch readers (and listeners) though well-crafted, brilliantly hued illustrations brimming with verve and humor provide visual cues and clues. This sophisticated, slyly humorous alphabet book merits numerous re-examinations.
Goblins in Green
![Gossie and Gertie](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0618176764.jpg?itok=JdQ74wpu)
When Gossie loses her beloved red boots, she searches everywhere for them. Ultimately, she finds Gertie, another gosling, wearing her boots! The small yellow birds settle their issue and go off together, each wearing one red boot. The small, square book ideally supports the crisp, appealing illustrations.
Gossie and Gertie
![Gus and Grandpa at Basketball](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0374328188.jpg?itok=5HckLowa)
It is Grandpa’s sage advice that helps Gus overcome his fear and play the best game of basketball he can. Gus learns to play on the court just like when he practices in Grandpa’s driveway. The gentle tone of the story is reflected in the illustrations to tell a tale that rings true. (Look for other Gus and Grandpa stories by Claudia Mills.)
Gus and Grandpa at Basketball
![Harry and the Terrible Whatzit](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0899192238.jpg?itok=Z3z-Jmuh)
Harry knows that a terrible two-headed monster lives in his basement. So when his mother doesn’t return from a trip downstairs, Harry swallows his trepidations and goes down to rescue her. But when he confronts the monster face-to-face, it literally diminishes in size and eventually leaves Harry’s house forever. Humorous illustrations use black line and limited color to depict Harry overcoming a once fierce (but softly edged) monster.
Harry and the Terrible Whatzit
![Hats Off for the Fourth of July](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0670891185.jpg?itok=eVUtXwbz)
Parades are part of the fun of any Fourth of July celebration. Young readers are invited to join the fun of this down-home parade, told with a jaunty rhythm and rhyme. Animated illustrations literally parade across the pages to a sparkling conclusion.
Hats Off for the Fourth of July
![Henry and Mudge: The First Book](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0689810059.jpg?itok=FWcrvAiF)
There are no other kids on Henry’s block so his parents agree that a dog to play with will ease Henry’s loneliness. This is the start of an unforgettable friendship between a boy and a big pooch named Mudge.
Henry and Mudge: The First Book
![Honk! The Story of a Prima Swanerina](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0786812982.jpg?itok=m0Yyqk0f)
When Mimi the Swan sees ballet practice from the window of the Paris Opera House, she becomes obsessed with ballet. Though she tries to attend a performance, she is not allowed into the opera house. She finally follows a tardy dancer into the theater and gets her big break: Mimi becomes the star in none other than “Swan Lake!” The wry humor is conveyed in both text and witty illustrations in this appealing, comical story.
Honk! The Story of a Prima Swanerina
![How My Parents Learned to Eat](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0395442354_0.jpg?itok=a3nu9i_K)
When an American sailor meets a Japanese woman, they both try in secret to learn the other’s way of eating. Their courtship and growing love culminates in marriage. This realistic family story explores cultural similarities and differences and is told with humor and honesty by the couple’s daughter.
How My Parents Learned to Eat
![Hurray for the Fourth of July](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0618040366.jpg?itok=aK8-t-eQ)
Celebrate America’s birthday with a family in a small town. Animated and often funny illustrations and verse present this special day’s activities starting with a read, white, and blue breakfast and culminating with fireworks.
Hurray for the Fourth of July
![Let's Get a Pup! Said Kate](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763614521.jpg?itok=z5WQt82_)
Her parents are receptive to Kate’s suggestion, “Let’s get a pup!” and head to the shelter. They bring home a puppy, but ultimately return to add Rosey, an older dog, to their family. Line and wash illustrations depict a very contemporary and loving family with wit and compassion.
Let’s Get a Pup! Said Kate
![A Letter to Amy](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/014056442X.jpg?itok=Qd9Hcx7l)
Peter finds a special way to invite Amy, the only girl and a singular friend, to his birthday party. But the wind catches his letter just as he puts it in the mailbox. Keats’ well-liked character (first introduced in A Snowy Day) is back for another everyday drama.
A Letter to Amy
![Lily's Garden](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0761315934.jpg?itok=7EUDXU9y)
It was cold and snowy when Grandma and Grandpa left their home in Maine to live in California. Lily, the young narrator, fills each month with activities that range from collecting sap to planting a garden. After a whole year has passed, Grandma and Grandpa return in December to share Christmas with Lily and her family in New England. Illustrated sidebars extend the text and provide additional information about Lily’s garden over the months.
Lily’s Garden
![I Love Saturdays y domingos](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0689318197_1.jpg?itok=QXetH76G)
A girl visits both sets of grandparents on weekends. On Saturdays, she speaks English with Grandpa and Grandma, while on Sundays, los domingos, she speaks Spanish with Abeulito and Abeulita. The format provides a glimpse at the subtle differences between cultures and highlights their similarities, one of which is each set of grandparents’ love for their granddaughter. Spanish words are interspersed in the fluid text.
I Love Saturdays y domingos
![Lyddie](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0140349812.jpg?itok=4yAvOQqN)
Lyddie is a resourceful, self-sufficient girl who leaves Vermont to work in a Lowell, Massachusetts factory. Historical detail about life in 19th century New England combined with a portrait of this fiercely independent girl create an unforgettable novel.
Lyddie
![Martha Speaks](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0395729521.jpg?itok=W95xMP3V)
When Martha, a slightly frumpy white and brown mutt, eats alphabet soup, the letters go to her head not to her stomach. The result is the first in a series of very funny adventures with a talking dog and her sometimes flummoxed human family.
Martha Speaks
![Me, Mop, and the Moondance Kid](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0440403960.jpg?itok=qDzmxH5h)
T.J. narrates the story of how he and his brother, nicknamed the Moondance Kid, become friends with Mop. Even after the boys are adopted they remain friends, though they worry about Mop – will she be adopted, too? A surprise ending which involves their shared love of baseball allows the children’s friendship to continue in this enjoyable novel.
Me, Mop, and the Moondance Kid
![More, More, More Said the Baby](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0688156347.jpg?itok=rqXWRsHH)
In each of these three short, colorfully illustrated stories, the grandmother loves her Little Pumpkin as only a doting grandmother can. Chubby, multi-ethnic children are brightly portrayed in sparkling watercolors.
More, More, More Said the Baby
![A Mother for Choco](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0698113640.jpg?itok=1JqEGgyq)
Choco is a little yellow bird who lives all alone. When Choco decides that he wants a mother, he has trouble finding one who looks just like him. Finally, just as he has given up hope, he meets Mrs. Bear. Not only does Mrs. Bear hug him and kiss him, she takes him home to her family. A delightful story about finding family in wonderful (and unexpected) places. Also available in Spanish.
A Mother for Choco
![Nana Upstairs & Nana Downstairs](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0698118367.jpg?itok=exF9VUqw)
Every Sunday Tommy and his family visit the two nanas: upstairs Nana is Tommy’s great-grandmother who stays in bed because of her age; the active Nana downstairs is his grandmother. Tommy is forlorn when Nana upstairs dies, but comes to understand that she remains with him through his fond memories of times shared. New artwork in a larger format was created to celebrate the twenty-fifth anniversary of this modern classic.
Nana Upstairs & Nana Downstairs
![New Pup on the Block](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0064408841.jpg?itok=zlJkMJyc)
Can Tracker, Fritz, Sheena, and Jake find Rosie before the dogcatcher finds them all? The quest starts when Rosie heads back to the city to find her former owner. Each puppy has his or her distinct personality; each lives with loving humans in Buxton, a small town where Rosie comes to live, too. The canine sleuths are captivating in this and other books in the series.
New Pup on the Block
![Nina Bonita](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1929132115.jpg?itok=5vHzQ6kE)
This delightful book is set on a Caribbean island and features a little white rabbit who admires a beautiful black girl. He asks her what her secret is and she tells him to drink lots of black coffee and to eat lots of black beans. He doesn’t give up though and in the end finds what change he can make.