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A Tale About Tails (Step into Reading)
by Tish RabeStep into reading with the Cat in the Hat in this leveled reader about animal tails based on an episode of the hit PBS Kids television show The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! While playing Pin the Tail on the Donkey, Sally and Nick get to wondering: What would it be like to have a tail of their own? And how would you pick the best one? Enter the Cat in the Hat. To help the kids choose, he whisks them off to the jungle to see—and try on—a variety of tails that serve different purposes: A monkey's tail that is strong for holding onto branches; a quetzal's tail that is long and colorful for attracting a mate; and a rattlesnake's tail that makes sound as a warning. Written for children who are ready to read independently, this tale about tails is a fun, funny book that introduces kids to basic comparitive anatomy! This Read & Listen Edition contains audio narration.
Tale of a Scaredy-Dog (Bea Garcia #3)
by Deborah ZemkeBea Garcia loves art, especially when she gets to draw pictures of her dog, Sophie. Their friendship is the star of this third story in the spunky chapter book series for fans of Amelia's Notebooks, Judy Moody, and Dory Fantasmagory series. Bea Garcia is using her art skills to tell readers all about her best friend ever--her dog, Sophie. Sophie can protect her from anything, even the Garcias' monster neighbor, Bert. When Bea's teacher makes her visit Bert for a school assignment, Bea brings Sophie along for extra security. But even monsters have pets, and Bert has a terrible one: Big Kitty. When Big Kitty attacks, Sophie runs straight out the door--away from Bea! Bea searches the neighborhood with her mom, and calls for Sophie up and down the street with her dad, but her dog is nowhere to be found. Will Bea's best friend ever come home again?
Tale of a Tail
by Margaret MahyStrange and exciting things are in store when Tom and his mum move to Prodigy Street one ordinary Thursday. There's a man with a magical name, a friendly dog with a powerful, waggy tail, and some remarkable surprises when anyone makes a wish. Includes more than 50 hilarious black and white illustrations by Tony Ross, who also illustrates Francesca Simon's Horrid Henry books and David Walliams' children's books, as well as his own picture books.
The Tale of Beatrix Potter (Penguin Young Readers, Level 4)
by Penguin Young ReadersLearn all about the creator of Peter Rabbit and celebrate Beatrix Potter's 150th birthday on July 28, 2016!Born to a wealthy family in Victorian London, Beatrix Potter never had many playmates. When she got lonely, she turned to the animals in her playroom: rabbits, mice, frogs, hedgehogs... even a snake! From an early age, she was a talented painter, and she published her art as a young woman. Her dream of becoming a children's book author, though, didn't come true until she was in her mid-thirties. After writing a letter about four little bunnies to a friend's son, Beatrix created The Tale of Peter Rabbit. The story was turned down several times but was finally picked up by Frederick Warne & Co. Beatrix spent the rest of her life in the countryside, painting, drawing, farming, and protecting the land she loved so much.
The Tale of Benjamin Bunny (Peter Rabbit)
by Beatrix Potter2012 marks 110 years since Warne published The Tale of Peter Rabbit. In celebration, we are publishing limited editions of twelve classic tales with colorful covers, special endpapers, and notes explaining the history behind each book. The Tale of Benjamin Bunny is the tale of Peter Rabbit's cousin, Benjamin Bunny.
The Tale of Benjamin Bunny (Xist Illustrated Children's Classics)
by Beatrix PotterBeatrix Potter's Classic Children's Stories in beautiful eBook editions The Story of Miss Moppet is a classic story about teasing featuring a little mouse and a kitten. The Story of Miss Moppet by Beatrix Potter is part of the Xist Publishing Children's Classics collection. Each eBook has been specially formatted with full-screen, full-color illustrations and the original, charming text.
A Tale of Highly Unusual Magic
by Lisa PapademetriouBestseller and author of the popular middle grade series Confectionately Yours Lisa Papademetriou is back with a magical, page-turning adventure for readers of all ages—a touching tale about destiny and the invisible threads that link us all, ultimately, to one another.Kai and Leila are both finally having an adventure. For Leila, that means a globe-crossing journey to visit family in Pakistan for the summer; for Kai, it means being stuck with her crazy great-aunt in Texas while her mom looks for a job. In each of their bedrooms, they discover a copy of a blank, old book called The Exquisite Corpse. Kai writes three words on the first page—and suddenly, they magically appear in Leila's copy on the other side of the planet. Kai's words are soon followed by line after line of the long-ago, romantic tale of Ralph T. Flabbergast and his forever-love, Edwina Pickle. As the two take turns writing, the tale unfolds, connecting both girls to each other, and to the past, in a way they never could have imagined.A heartfelt, vividly told multicultural story about fate and how our stories shape it.
The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck (Xist Illustrated Children's Classics)
by Beatrix PotterThe beloved author of The Tale of Peter Rabbit tells the story of a very determined duck and a doggone hero. Jemima Puddle-Duck wants to hatch her own eggs, but she makes the very foolish decision to trust a fox with her nest. The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck by Beatrix Potter is part of the Xist Publishing Children&’s Classics collection. Each ebook has been specially formatted with full-screen, full-color illustrations and the original, charming text.
The Tale of Kitty-in-Boots (Peter Rabbit)
by Beatrix PotterFrom the creator of Peter Rabbit comes the tale of a serious, well-behaved young black cat, who leads a daring double life defeating vile villains.Beatrix Potter created some of the world's most beloved characters, and they will be coming to life in a movie slated for Spring 2018. And this book, written in 1941 but never illustrated, introduces the charming Kitty-in-Boots, who has been imagined by Quentin Blake.When Miss Kitty sneaks out to go hunting in her beautiful boots she gets herself into all sorts of scrapes, but on this particular night she meets the foxiest hunter of them all—Mr. Tod! This utterly entertaining tale is filled with mistaken identities, devious villains, and even an appearance from Peter Rabbit.
The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher: A Myread Production (Xist Illustrated Children's Classics)
by Beatrix PotterMishaps rain down upon a frog trying to catch something to eat in this splendid story from the perennially popular author of The Tale of Peter Rabbit. The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher is the story of an amiable but accident-prone frog who sets off on a fishing adventure. Written by Beatrix Potter, it is part of the Xist Publishing Children&’s Classics collection. Each ebook has been specially formatted with full-screen, full-color illustrations and the original, charming text.
The Tale of Mr. Tod (Xist Illustrated Children's Classics)
by Beatrix PotterA kidnapping leads to a showdown between a fox and a badger in this exciting adventure from the beloved author of The Tale of Peter Rabbit. The Tale of Mr. Tod is Beatrix Potter&’s longest work and tells the tale of a badger and his enemy, a fox named Mr. Tod. Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny must save the day in this endearing story. The Tale of Mr. Tod by Beatrix Potter is part of the Xist Publishing Children&’s Classics collection. Each ebook has been specially formatted with full-screen, full-color illustrations and the original, charming text. &“The darkest of all her tales. Set in a brooding Cumberland landscape of crags, empty dwellings, and moonlit woodland, the characters, menacing atmosphere and plot of Mr. Tod have all the hallmarks of classic crime fiction—approaching, indeed, something much greater.&” —Slightly Foxed
The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle: Large Print (Xist Illustrated Children's Classics)
by Beatrix PotterBeatrix Potter's Classic Children's Stories in beautiful eBook editions The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher is the story of a charming but accident-prone frog who sets off on a fishing adventure. The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher by Beatrix Potter is part of the Xist Publishing Children's Classics collection. Each eBook has been specially formatted with full-screen, full-color illustrations and the original, charming text.
The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse (Xist Illustrated Children's Classics)
by Beatrix PotterThere&’s no clutter allowed in the house of Mrs. Tittlemouse, but her neighbors keep leaving messes behind. From the author of The Tale of Peter Rabbit.The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse is the story of a very tidy mouse who is always cleaning her home. Written by Beatrix Potter, it is part of the Xist Publishing Children&’s Classics collection. Each ebook has been specially formatted with full-screen, full-color illustrations and the original, charming text.
The Tale of Pale Male: A True Story
by Jeanette WinterHere is the incredible true story of a Red-tailed Hawk that makes himself at home in the most unlikely of places--atop a high-rise apartment building in New York City. Named Pale Male by his many fans, this majestic bird not only endures in this urban environment, he thrives. But when the residents have Pale Male's nest removed from their building, a historic battle--and triumph--ensues, uniting bird lovers everywhere. With Jeanette Winter's beloved folk art-inspired illustrations and soulful insight into the spirit of this beautiful hawk, this is a book that will delight nature enthusiasts of all ages. Includes an author's note.
The Tale of Peter Rabbit
by Beatrix PotterThe story of a naughty young rabbit who decides to disobey his mother by trespassing into Mr. McGregor's garden. Images and image descriptions available.
The Tale of Peter Rabbit: A Myread Production (Peter Rabbit)
by Beatrix Potter2012 marks 110 years since Warne published The Tale of Peter Rabbit. In celebration, we are publishing limited editions of twelve classic tales with colorful covers, special endpapers, and notes explaining the history behind each book. The Tale of Peter Rabbit is the tale of a mischievous rabbit and his nerve-wracking encounter with Mr. McGregor.
The Tale of Peter Rabbit: A Myread Production (Peter Rabbit)
by Beatrix Potter2012 marks 110 years since Warne published The Tale of Peter Rabbit. In celebration, we are publishing limited editions of twelve classic tales with colorful covers, special endpapers, and notes explaining the history behind each book. The Tale of Peter Rabbit is the tale of a mischievous rabbit and his nerve-wracking encounter with Mr. McGregor.
The Tale of Rabbit and Coyote
by Tony JohnstonPoor Coyote! What&’s he doing, hanging upside down in the farmer&’s house, next to a pot of boiling water? How&’d he wind up underneath the jicara tree, getting bonked by rock-hard fruit? Who tricked him into whacking a wasps&’ nest with a stick? And why is he always howling at the moon?Because of Rabbit, that&’s why! Longtime collaborators Tony Johnston and Tomie dePaola look to the folklore of Oaxaca, Mexico, for this nutty, naughty tale of trickery and hijinks. Written with sly humor and illustrated in the vibrant golds, blues, and reds of the Southwest, this is a story with a flavor as distinctive as chile peppers.
The Tale of Rabbit and Coyote
by Tony JohnstonA Mexican trickster tale in which wily Rabbit outwits Coyote several times before escaping him permanently by climbing to the moon--which explains why Coyote is wont to howl at it.
The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin (Xist Illustrated Children's Classics)
by Beatrix PotterA children’s classic offering a lesson in manners from the beloved author of The Tale of Peter Rabbit.In a wood at the edge of the lake lives a squirrel named Nutkin and his brother Twinkleberry. Nutkin is rude little squirrel who tests his luck with Old Brown, a mean old owl, who might just teach this squirrel a lesson in manners . . .
The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies: Large Print (Xist Illustrated Children's Classics)
by Beatrix PotterBenjamin Bunny&’s offspring learn the perils of gluttony in this charming story from the popular author of The Tale of Peter Rabbit. In this story, Benjamin Bunny&’s children, the Flopsy Bunnies, eat so much lettuce from Mr. McGregor&’s garden that they become sleepy and are almost turned into a rabbit pie. The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies by Beatrix Potter is part of the Xist Publishing Children&’s Classics collection. Each ebook has been specially formatted with full-screen, full-color illustrations and the original, charming text.
The Tale of the Mandarin Duck: A Modern Fable
by Bette MidlerNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Inspired by the real-life rainbow-colored Mandarin Duck who appeared in New York&’s Central Park in 2018, this modern fable by Bette Midler celebrates the connections people make with each other and the world around them. How do you get people to appreciate what is right in front of them? In The Tale of the Mandarin Duck, it takes a mysterious, beautiful duck and a clear-eyed kid to point out the obvious! Bette Midler&’s distinctive voice joins striking photos of the real duck by Michiko Kakutani and charming black-and-white drawings by Joana Avillez. This book will have readers of all ages coming back to visit the fantastical interpretation of New York City and its odd ducks—both feathered and human. An afterword by Ms. Kakutani adds details to the facts behind this one-of-a-kind story of the Mandarin Duck.
The Tale of the Pie & the Patty Pan: Large Print (Xist Illustrated Children's Classics)
by Beatrix PotterTummy troubles prompt a dog to commit the ultimate pie switcheroo in this funny story from the renowned author of The Tale of Peter Rabbit. The Tale of the Pie & the Patty Pan tells the story of two friends who like different foods but don&’t want to hurt each other&’s feelings. Written by Beatrix Potter, it is part of the Xist Publishing Children&’s Classics collection. Each ebook has been specially formatted with full-screen, full-color illustrations and the original, charming text.
The Tale of the Tiger Slippers
by Jan BrettJan Brett reimagines a powerful Middle Eastern folk tale that celebrates hard work and appreciating your roots.Set in India, this gorgeous reimagining of the classic Middle Eastern folk tale "Abu Kassem's Slippers" features a poor tiger cub who is a very hard worker. His mother weaves him slippers to protect his feet from stones and thorns, and they allowed him to prosper--first making bricks, then building houses, and eventually becoming very wealthy. He continues to wear them until someone questions why such a prominent person would wear such worn shoes. Feeling embarrassed, Tiger tries to get rid of the slippers, but fate keeps bringing them back.Finally, Tiger sends them to his uncle, who weeps with pride when he sees the slippers his sister made and his nephew used to accomplish so much. He sets off right away to visit them, bringing the slippers along. Tiger can't believe the slippers are back again, but his little cub gives him an idea: honor the slippers by building a special place for them, to remind him of how far he's come.Jan Brett's lush, vibrant version of this story will inspire fans of her international retellings to appreciate the hard work that leads to all of their successes.
The Tale of the Unwelcome Guest: Nasruddin Teaches the Town a Lesson; A Circle Round Book
by Rebecca SheirThe award-winning children&’s storytelling podcast Circle Round shares some of their most popular folktales in the new Circle Round book series, with each interactive book featuring a colorfully illustrated read-aloud story accompanied by storytelling prompts that explore an important theme. The Tale of the Unwelcome Guest invites kids to explore the value of acceptance and the danger of judging others by their appearance. The illustrations of Turkish illustrator Mert Tugen amplify the narrative text by Circle Round host and writer, Rebecca Sheir.