Snoopy’s new home at Pleasant Valley Farm was cozy and safe. She had plenty of fresh green grass to eat, and a tall wire fence protected her from hungry coyotes. But Snoopy was not content. Then one afternoon she wandered up the hillside alone and found herself in big trouble.A…

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…

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…

He never learned to tie his shoes or do his own laundry, but he became a brilliant and beloved mathematician. Most people think of mathematicians as solitary, working away in isolation. And, it’s true, many of them do. But Paul Erdos never followed the usual path. At the age of four, he…

Thornton Burgess helps children learn about birds through the context of stories told from the perspective of the birds themselves.

Try your luck, and search for your fortune in California! Follow the joy and heartbreak of the ’49ers during the California Gold Rush.

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…