Linda Ashman

William asks his animal friends, one after another, to awake from hibernation and prepare a celebration for a special friend who has been away all winter.

"Children from all over the world describe what they see when they look outside their windows"-- Provided by publisher.

"Step right up, animal lovers! It's your turn to judge in this poetic competition of superlative animal abilities. Structured as a guessing game competition, and told through deftly crafted persona poems, the book celebrates animals' standout qualities, from the biggest (blue whale) to the smallest (shrew), with all the favorite creatures (speedy cheetahs, long-necked giraffes) plus some less common animals with equally amazing abilities (long-lived...

When everyone knows they're welcome, the world is a better place--and you might just make a new friend. This sweet, timeless picture book about small acts of kindness in a big world is one that kids and parents are sure to reach for again and again.

"Abby is anxious to host the perfect tea party for a friend she idolizes, but life serves up a sweet taste of the fun to be had when perfection is off the table. Have you met Phoebe--Miss Phoebe Dupree? Phoebe's as perfect as perfect can be. To Abby, her friend Phoebe can do no wrong. Phoebe is speedy. Phoebe is smart. She's equally brilliant at science and art. So when the budding hostess invites Phoebe over for a tea party, everything from the sugary...

"What's a day in the life of a small-town fire department like? In this action-packed adventure, Fire Chief Fran leads her fire-fighters through everything from inspections and drills to dangerous blazes. If a puppy is in danger or a café is ablaze, Fran and her crew are ready to help! When the lights flash and the bells blast, these firefighters leap into action; they need to move fast. With energy and grit, compassion and calm, they help their...

"A beloved lullaby comes to new life when Baby falls out of the treetop and into a rollicking adventure!"--Back cover

"A look at all that dogs do for us from the extraordinary to the everyday, as told by a dog on a walk with his owner"-- Provided by publisher.

En medio de una ajetreada mudanza, ¡Elefanta se cuela en la casa! Nadie se da cuenta, a excepción de una pequeña niña que acoge con cariño a sunueva amiga. Los distraídos adultos no prestan atención cuando les cuenta sobre su invitada, y la confunden con la hija de los vecinos... Ele... ¿quién? Elefanta. Un pequeño y divertido malentendido. La niña y Elefanta ayudan en casa, juegan, hacen una fiesta y se empapan juntas... hasta que llega...