![Froggy Goes to Hawaii](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0670012211.jpg?itok=dtxUwZvy)
Once you’ve joined Froggy and his family on their Hawaiian vacation, find out more about what many have called a tropical paradise in the Pacific Ocean. You can read about the geography of the Aloha State in Hawaii.
Country of origin: Hawaii, USA
Froggy Goes to Hawaii
![Ten Little Puppies/Diez perritos](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0061470430.jpg?itok=O6DvPPuu)
Count down with a child who starts with 10 dogs but winds up with only one lovable canine companion. This nursery rhyme is based on a popular Spanish counting ditty which is repetitive and rhythmic, and meant to be sung or recited. Music is included in this cheerily illustrated book.
Ten Little Puppies/Diez perritos
![Bring on the Birds](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1561455601.jpg?itok=F1mNdsUM)
Stunning yet accurate illustrations accompany a gently rhyming, rhythmic text to introduce the behavior of a variety of birds. Brief information about the birds shown encourages young readers to want to learn more about these handsome creatures.
Bring on the Birds
![Baby Says "Moo"](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1423134001.jpg?itok=YjOzVMbM)
While on their outing, baby always responds “moo” when asked by mom and dad what animals say. Slightly older children will see the humor in the predictable pattern and lighthearted illustrations — until baby gets it right when he sees a black and white cow!
Baby Says “Moo”
![At the Sea Floor Cafe: Odd Ocean Critter Poems](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1561455652.jpg?itok=BZFkc6OJ)
Poems introduce sea creatures and their habitats using different poetic forms (e.g., concrete, for two voices). Factual information is provided with each poem. This small, attractive collection concludes with where to find out more and a brief explanation of the poetic forms.
At the Sea Floor Cafe: Odd Ocean Critter Poems
![Around the World on Eighty Legs](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0439587557.jpg?itok=zt5nT6Wv)
Silly poems introduce real animals from around the world. The lively language and accompanying comic illustrations help place animals — from the agoutis to the yak — on a map and concludes with a “menagerie of facts” — sure to delight readers of all ages!
Around the World on Eighty Legs
![Moonstruck: The True Story of the Cow Who Jumped Over the Moon](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0786813946.jpg?itok=LYR7AF3Z)
Read the back story of why — and how — the cow who jumped over the moon (made famous in the nursery rhyme) was able to accomplish this feat. Though no longer in print, this funny parody may be available used or at libraries.
Moonstruck: The True Story of the Cow Who Jumped Over the Moon
![Notes from a Liar and Her Dog](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0142500682.jpg?itok=5nXQ3Kn-)
For Antonia MacPherson, lying is a way of life. If it weren’t for her best friend, Harrison, and a tiny ball of fluff named Pistachio, she would be miserable. Her older sister, Your Highness Elizabeth, says Ant is in training to be a juvenile delinquent, Harrison smells like a salami sandwich, and Pistachio should be put out of his misery. When a teacher takes Ant under her wing, Ant’s way of life may have to change.
Notes from a Liar and Her Dog
![Oscar and the Snail: A Book About Things That We Use](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763640395.jpg?itok=eaVYajsJ)
Oscar, a curious kitten, learns more about why sticks and twigs are used by birds and other materials are used differently. As with other books in the Start with Science series, Oscar’s science explorations are just right for younger children and may launch further exploration.
Oscar and the Snail: A Book About Things That We Use
![How to Clean a Hippopotamus: A Look at Unusual Animal Partnerships](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0547245157.jpg?itok=7PrjbLka)
Unlikely animals work together to the benefit of both as do more usual pairings such as dogs and people. How and why these relationships work is detailed in brief text and handsome collage illustration.
How to Clean a Hippopotamus: A Look at Unusual Animal Partnerships
![Stanley's Little Sister](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1554534879.jpg?itok=lj1_YfS3)
Stanley, a slightly lumpy but appealing dog, does not adjust well when his people bring home a cat. Eventually, however, Stanley and his “little sister” work it out much as children do with new additions to their families. Textured illustrations add verve to the lively language in this appealing book.
Stanley’s Little Sister
![The Trucker](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0374378045.jpg?itok=THY7tmEZ)
From the time Leo was small, he was a trucker. To broaden his interests, Leo’s mother gets him Lola the cat but Leo and Lola find they have more in common than first thought. Humorous illustrations and a well told tale make an enjoyable and droll story.
The Trucker
![Rocket to the Moon](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763646520.jpg?itok=BJ-Av8uJ)
Lester explains the basics about the moon and space travel to Little Nye before they take off on their lively imaginary journey. Sturdy pages support uncluttered illustrations and simple text in this appealing, surprisingly informative book.
Rocket to the Moon
![Dogteam](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0440411300.jpg?itok=ssu1HPWi)
The narrator tells of a winter run with a team of dogs. Lush illustrations depict the animals’ anticipation and pleasure on the snow-filled night.
Dogteam
![Spot's Snowy Day](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0399254196.jpg?itok=ewyMz5pa)
What can be more fun than playing in the snow with mom and dad? Coming home to a warm up with grandma! In his signature style, Hill’s spotted puppy in the snow is sure to surprise and satisfy the youngest child.
Spot’s Snowy Day
![Snow! Snow! Snow!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1416984542.jpg?itok=cF-nGbLs)
The conditions are just right for sledding after the snow-filled night as the two young pups find out. The lighthearted illustrations and simple text convey the joy of playing out in the snow on a cold, crisp winter day.
Snow! Snow! Snow!
![Mama, Will It Snow Tonight?](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1590785622.jpg?itok=1bL7fDWK)
A lyrical refrain repeats as each of the young asks its mother if it will snow tonight. No, is the answer, until one winter evening a mother answers in the affirmative. Poetic language and soft illustrations depict the changing season.
Mama, Will It Snow Tonight?
![Tiny Little Fly](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763646814.jpg?itok=RAY7UbHs)
Tiny Little Fly sees many things and lands on something quite large: a series of bigger animals. No matter, Tiny Little Fly won’t be caught and zooms away. A large format and textured illustrations combine with a rhyming text for a simple, satisfying saga.
Tiny Little Fly
![Pet Shop Follies](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/159078619X.jpg?itok=taJ3JQSR)
The animals in a pet shop decide to put on a show to attract visitors when no one is coming in to meet them. Children will enjoy the imaginative illustrations and simple text.
Pet Shop Follies
![Oh, Daddy!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0061730807.jpg?itok=1xr08mB1)
The blue hippo dad does everything wrong — much to the delight of his young son who knows how to do many things, from getting dressed to giving hugs. Parents and children will enjoy the fun though adults may appreciate father hippo’s technique the most.
Oh, Daddy!
![Little Owl Lost](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763650226.jpg?itok=_hV1Mbf3)
The little owl searches for his mother when separated from her, but his descriptions aren’t very clear. At last, a concerned squirrel helps reunite baby and mother. Muted colors and broad shapes are used in this appealing story.
Little Owl Lost
![Hello, Puppy!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763643033.jpg?itok=qkSkz25u)
A young child gets to know the new puppy. Simple questions followed by straightforward responses are accompanied by realistic illustrations for a winning effect.
Hello, Puppy!
![You Read to Me, I'll Read to You: Very Short Fables to Read Together](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0316041173.jpg?itok=olZBLnbo)
Humorous illustration and color-coded, rhyming text present retellings of familiar fables that include the morals (though with a light touch). Newly independent readers will have fun reading the short, snappy text with a second reader as they enjoy the cheery visuals.
You Read to Me, I’ll Read to You: Very Short Fables to Read Together
![Ducking for Apples](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0805089357.jpg?itok=Vuf3F12o)
Five ducks ride on bicycles for an apple-picking adventure. The rhyming text and gentle illustrations create a playful, satisfying, everyday adventure.