Song of the Swallows, which won the Caldecott Medal when it was first published in 1948, was written and illustrated by Leo Politi, one of Los Angeles’ most beloved artists. It tells the famous story of the yearly return of the swallows to the Mission San Juan Capistrano through the…

The perennial favorite, read to a generation of children by Captain Kangaroo, the story of three soldiers who manage to cook up a fine soup by cajoling the necessary ingredients from a village of wary French peasants. Caldecott Honor Book; ALA Notable Children’s Book. Three-color illustrations.

The real-life, classic story of a dyslexic girl and the teacher who would not let her fail. A perfect gift for teachers and for reading students of any age.Patricia Polacco is now one of America’s most loved children’s book creators, but once upon a time, she was a little girl…

Bobby Raccoon discovers that life can have many surprises when he loses his home, makes new friends, and finds a new home.

This delightful tale tells of the escapades of Chatterer the Red Squirrel, who’s known throughout Green Forest as a mischief maker. When he tries to leave the forest for a new home, he learns that curiosity, carelessness and mistrust can lead to a heap of troubles. 92 pp.

Beloved children’s classic concerns the problems faced by Jerry Muskrat and the other creatures of the Green Forest when the water stops flowing in the Laughing Brook and the Smiling Pool. Children will love finding out how Jerry, Little Joe Otter, Billy Mink, and others team up to solve the…

Spring has arrived at the Green Meadow and Johnny Chuck is restless. He goes wandering, gets in a fight with another woodchuck, and finally sets up housekeeping with Polly Chuck. This delightful classic teaches children important lessons while offering insights into actual wildlife behavior. Includes 6 charming illustrations by Thea…

The arrival of Old Man Coyote causes a lot of commotion in the Green Forest. Master storyteller blends a good story with gentle lessons about nature and virtuous conduct. 6 new illustrations.“Listen,” whispered Jimmy Skunk to Peter Rabbit as the strange howling sound echoed through the Green Forest. But Peter…

Peter Rabbit and the other woodland animals discover that they have misjudged Old Mr. Toad, who also learns some important lessons.

Delightful classic transports young readers to the timeless world of the Green Forest, where Peter discovers the folly of changing his name, outwits the ever-hungry Reddy Fox, manages a number of hare’s-breadth escapes, and makes an ill-advised decision to hibernate. Little lessons about the environment and being true to one’s…

Learn how Prickly Porky makes friends, what makes Old Granny Fox lose her dignity, and more in this entertaining collection of tales from a master storyteller. 80 pages.

Sammy Jay often does things he shouldn’t do. In particular, he likes to steal things. Much of the time he just struts around trying to look like a fine gentleman in his blue coat and high cap. Burgess’ heartwarming tale has thrilled generations of youngsters. 30 black-and-white illustrations. 87 pages.

For many years an arrowhead lay hidden, buried in the soil of an Indiana farm. The Indian who had shot it was long forgotten. The generations of settlers who followed, chopping down trees and planting corn, never found it. Decades passed, and other families who worked the land never found…

Are there bears on Hemlock Mountain? One boy is about to find out in this classic tale.People have always told Jonathan that there are no bears on Hemlock Mountain, no bears at all. So he isn’t afraid to set out alone over the mountain. But as Jonathan discovers one cold…

In this charming P. D. Eastman classic, Mr. and Mrs. Bird’s search for a “better” nest leads them to some peculiar spots.Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series…

Peter Rabbit has learns about all sorts of animals from Old Mother Nature.

Some of Thornton Burgess’ classic characters, Danny Meadow Mouse, Jimmy Skunk, and Reddy Fox explore the seashore, learning about all the interesting creatures that live there.

Poor Dick and Sally. It’s cold and wet and they’re stuck in the house with nothing to do . . . until a giant cat in a hat shows up, transforming the dull day into a madcap adventure and almost wrecking the place in the process! Written by Dr. Seuss…

Includes all eight books in the Brambly Hedge series:Spring Story, Summer Story, Autumn Story, Winter Story, The Secret Staircase, The High Hills, Sea Story, and Poppy’s Babies

A habit? What is a habit? What does it look like? Does it live in the barn, or does it hide under the bed? After hunting here and there and everywhere, Curtis and Violet discover that a habit is not a creature at all. When they talk to their mother…

Here are Pooh and Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, and of course Christopher Robin, doing what they’ve done for generations–enchanting young readers.

This Newbery Honor Book tells the story of “a boy and his hundred-year-old great-great-aunt in . . . a quietly intense story, illustrated with sepia pictures that make dramatic use of chiaroscuro” (“The Horn Book”). Two-color illustrations.

The perfect companion to Thank You, Mr. FalkerA heartwarming story of friendship and celebrating our differences–and the teachers who help us shine–from master storyteller Patricia Polacco, author of Thank You, Mr. Falker.In this story based on the author-illustrator’s own childhood, Patricia Polacco once again celebrates the power teachers have to help us…

“Once upon a time there was a little house way out in the country.” Life was good to the little house as season followed season. But every now and then, as she saw the lights of the city twinkling in the distance, she wondered what it would be like to…