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My Favorite Pets: by Gus W. for Ms. Smolinski's Class
by Jeanne BirdsallA hilarious picture book from New York Times bestselling author of The Penderwicks Jeanne Birdsall and New York Times bestselling illustrator Harry Bliss about one child's outrageous school essay on his "pet" sheep. Things to know about sheep: Sheep live outside. Sheep have wool. Sheep will not learn to ride a skateboard. Sheep will not climb a tree. Sheep will come into the house...but this will get you into trouble. Seventeen sheep plus one Gus means that life is never dull on the farm! From National Book Award winning author Jeanne Birdsall and New York Times Bestselling illustrator Harry Bliss comes a hilarious tale about man's other best friend.
My First Baking Book: 50 recipes for kids to make and eat!
by Becky JohnsonAprons on, it's time for kitchen fun for everyone! From cookies and cupcakes to bread and tarts, all the baking recipes in this book are tasty and easy to make (and good for grown-ups too). Cooking together is a wonderful activity for a family to engage in, and children find it really rewarding to serve up food they've helped to make. It also develops important skills - weighing out ingredients familiarizes them with numbers, while mixing, spreading and spooning aid coordination. This book has ideas and step-by-step instructions for more than 50 baking recipes that your little ones will love to make and eat.
My First Book About the Internet
by Sharon CromwellLearning to cybersurf is fun and easy with this beginner's guide. In this book, you'll learn what the Internet is, how it works, how to send E-mail, and all about the World Wide Web. In no time at all, you'll be zipping along the information superhighway!
My First Book Of Biographies: Great Men and Women Every Child Should Know (Cartwheel Learning Bookshelf)
by Jean Marzollo Irene TrivasAn accessible collection of introductory biographies combines colorful illustrations with profiles of forty important men and women, including Abraham Lincoln, Gandhi, Marie Curie, Rosa Parks, Neil Armstrong, and Michelangelo.
My First Book of Airplanes: All About Flying Machines for Kids (My First Book of)
by Kristina A. HolzweissIt's time for takeoff! Get curious kids excited about amazing airplanes with this colorful book for ages 3-5From the Wright brothers and Amelia Earhart, to the latest Mars mission, people have always been fascinated by flying. This airplane book for kids 3-5 comes from the same series as the beloved My First Book of Planets, teaching them all about what makes airplanes work!All kinds of aircraft—Read together as you explore gliders, passenger planes, military aviation, jumbo jets, and more.Awesome images—Get up close to the coolest crafts with the big, colorful pictures and illustrations.How does it fly?—Find kid-friendly language that explains the forces at work when airplanes go, like gravity, thrust, drag, and lift.Soar into incredible facts about flight with this age-appropriate kids' book about airplanes.
My First Book of Animals: All About the World's Wildlife for Kids (My First Book of)
by Sarah BarnettExplore the animal kingdom with kids ages 3 to 5 From gigantic elephants to tiny frogs, we share this planet with many wonderful animals. Introduce kids to the world's most incredible creatures with My First Book of Animals. Kids will go wild for toothy sharks, plump penguins, sleepy sloths, and many more.Amazing animal trivia—Did you know kangaroos can jump 10 feet high? This animal book has tons of fascinating facts to expand kids' knowledge.Big, colorful images—Take kids up close and personal with some of the world's most exciting animals.Lions, tigers, and bears—From the world's biggest beasts to the cutest creatures, kids will learn how these animals live, how they eat, and where to find them!Grab this animal facts book for kids today and help them discover the wild, fascinating lives of Earth's animals!
My First Book of Cats: All About Furry Felines for Kids (My First Book of)
by Morgan GrassiMeet your favorite furry friends with this colorful kids' book about cats for ages 3-5Get little animal lovers excited about the fun and fuzzy world of pet cats—from the athletic Abyssinian to the ultra-fluffy Norwegian forest cat, just to name a few! With this incredible cat book for kids, curious learners ages 3 to 5 will explore the cutest and most popular house cats through adorable photos and fascinating trivia on what makes each cat so special, like their size, colors, breed history, and more.Get the cat book kids love:WHICH CAT IS THAT?: Detailed pictures let kids get up close and personal with dozens of unique breeds.LIFE AS A CAT: Explore what makes cats such wonderful companions, like their soft fur, friendly purrs, and snuggly cat naps.COOL CAT FACTS: Did you know that cats can't taste sweet things? Or that humans and pet cats have lived together for more than 10,000 years?PART OF A POPULAR SERIES: Keep them interested in reading and learning with the rest of the My First Book Of series, including books about planets, trains, sharks, and dinosaurs!Introduce kids to the world's most popular pet with this incredible cat book for new readers!
My First Book of Chinese Calligraphy
by Guillaume Olive Zhihong HeMy First Book of Chinese Calligraphy is a fun and engaging introduction to one of China's most popular arts and crafts for kids. <P><P>Calligraphy-the art of producing decorative handwriting or lettering with a pen or brush-has been around for thousands of years. In this book, readers will follow along with Mimi who takes her first steps towards learning this magical art. Dive in, and explore:The Evolution of Chinese Writing-how Chinese characters first began, thousands of years ago, and how they have evolvedThe Order of the Strokes-learn how to write the strokes in the correct orderThe Four Treasures of Calligraphy- the four essential tools to get startedMovements and Position-how to master your mind's focus, your breathing and even how to moveThe Five Styles of Calligraphy-Zhuan Shu (seal), Li Shu (clerical), Kai Shu (regular), Cao Shu (cursive), and Xing Shu (running)The Eight Strokes- how to draw the 8 strokes; with them, you can write anythingWriting a Character in Calligraphy-create an entire character in calligraphyThe included interactive CD-ROM enables learners to play creative games to see, hear and try Chinese writing; listen to the pronunciation of the Chinese characters; observe calligraphers in action and print the characters to create practice pages.
My First Book of Earth: All About Our Planet for Kids (My First Book of)
by Stephanie Manka SchuttlerSee how much there is to discover with this Earth science adventure for kids 3-5. From the same series as the popular My First Book of Planets!From the clouds way up above us to the liquid core miles beneath our feet, there are so many amazing things about Earth. See what makes our home planet so special with this introduction to land, sea, and sky for preschool and kindergarten kids. With My First Book of Earth, they'll explore the different continents, how weather works, the important jobs of trees and plants, and so much more!Awesome images—Colorful photos and accurate illustrations show off unbelievable scenery like volcanoes, canyons, and the moon.Why does that happen? —This nonfiction science book for kids explains how rocks are formed, what makes the sun go down at night, and why gravity affects the oceans.Fascinating Earth facts—Did you know that there are mountains underwater? Or that the tallest tree is almost as tall as 19 houses stacked on top of each other? Find trivia like this and more in this amazing Earth book for kids.Pick up this ultimate book of planet Earth and encourage curious kids to read, learn, and explore.
My First Book of Emotions for Toddlers
by Orlena KerekHelp toddlers get to know their feelingsToddlers may be small in size, but they have enough emotions to fill an entire playground! This fun picture book introduces little ones to common emotions by explaining what they are, how they might feel in the body, and how to express them in positive ways.Six key emotions—Help toddlers learn to identify and manage fear, anger, joy, sadness, disgust, and surprise.Big, colorful illustrations—Keep toddlers engaged with this vibrant picture book full of cute kid characters and simple scenes that illustrate each emotion.Toddler-friendly language—Discover age-appropriate explanations and examples that make it easier for young children to understand big feelings.Give your child a headstart on building emotional intelligence with this book about emotions for toddlers.
My First Book of Fancy Letters
by Jessica HischeFrom the New York Times best-selling creator of Tomorrow I'll Be Brave comes a delightful spin on the traditional alphabet book, featuring creatively hand-lettered words from A to Z and an affirming message for young readers.Did you know letters can be ATHLETIC, BUBBLY, or even CREEPY?Using unique lettering styles to showcase a fun word for each letter of the alphabet, this inventive picture book by creator Jessica Hische highlights how letters can come in all shapes and sizes—and are awesome in their own ways.Not only conveying the value of differences to little ones but also introducing young readers to some &“bigger&” words through typography, this book makes a great gift for baby showers, big-kid birthdays, your favorite font-obsessed friend, and more.
My First Book of Knots: A Beginner's Picture Guide
by Berndt Sundsten Jan JägerWhat is more memorable than a child first learning to tie his shoes? Or wrapping his first Christmas presents? Knots aren't easy to learn, but they are very helpful--whether you are five years old, ten years old, or even fifty years old. Here is a children's picture book that will help parent and child learn together. In My First Book of Knots, you'll learn how to tie knots you can use in fishing, camping, ranching, farming, and more. You'll learn how Santa Claus ties up his sack full of presents and how to tie a knot that will make it easy to carry heavy objects. Every step of each knot is drawn out for you and includes clearly written instructions. After you read this book, you can save the day with a square knot and wow your friends with a double figure eight bend.
My First Book of Nautical Knots: A Guide to Sailing and Decorative Knots
by Caroline BritzDo you know what seamanship is? It's the art of making knots. But there's no need to board a boat to learn how to make sea knots. My First Book of Nautical Knots brings you eighteen knots to discover. Some are done in a jiffy, like the figure eight or the bowline knot; others require greater concentration, such as the slip knot or the bosco knot. Still others are so pretty that you can use them to make a jewel or a small decorative object. Ropework is an activity very popular with children, and My First Book of Nautical Knots offers beautifully illustrated step-by-step models of nautical knots that is sure to help parents and children to learn and master this craft together. As a bonus, My First Book of Nautical Knots presents the star of the playground: gimp stitching.
My First Book of Ocean Animals: All About Marine Wildlife for Kids (My First Book of)
by Ginjer L. ClarkeExplore life under the sea with this book of ocean critters for kids ages 3 to 5 From tiny plankton to huge whales, our oceans are home to all kinds of amazing animals. Discover some of the most fascinating marine creatures with My First Book of Ocean Animals. It's packed with fun facts and photos that teach preschool and kindergarten kids all about the reptiles that crawl on coastlines, the fish that swim underwater, and so much more.Dive deeper than other ocean animal books for kids with:Big, beautiful images—Lots of colorful pictures will take kids deep under the ocean—no submarine required.Life at sea—Find out where in the ocean these animals live, what they eat, and even how big they can get!Ocean-sized trivia—Did you know that dolphins are actually whales? Or that some penguins eat so much krill it turns their poop pink?Get kids excited about the incredible underwater world around us with this toddler-friendly entry into animal facts books for kids.
My First Book of Planets: All About the Solar System for Kids (My First Book of)
by Bruce BettsBlast off on an exploration of outer space with this colorful solar system book for kids 3-5Get little astronomers excited about the cosmos—from the bright and burning sun, to our own blue Earth, stormy Neptune, and every planet in between. With this incredible exploration of planets for preschool and kindergarten kids, curious learners will discover the ultimate solar system book, featuring amazing pictures and fascinating facts about what makes each planet so special, including its size, distance from the sun, what the surface is like, how many moons it has, and more!Go beyond other planet books for kids with:BIG, BEAUTIFUL IMAGES: Vibrant photos and illustrations will take kids deep into space—no telescope required.ASTRONOMY FOR KIDS: Learn all about the eight planets in our solar system, plus dwarf planets Ceres, Pluto, Eris, Haumea, and Makemake.FUN SPACE FACTS: Did you know the bubbles in soda are the same gas that's on Venus? Out of this world facts will make this toddler space book a hit!Show kids the amazing universe that surrounds them with My First Book of Planets.
My First Book of Sharks: All About the Largest Fish in the Sea for Kids (My First Book of)
by Buzz BishopDive into the world of sharks with this underwater adventure for kids ages 3 to 5! From deep in the ocean to lakes and rivers, sharks live all around us. Help curious preschool and kindergarten kids explore beneath the surface as they learn all about sharks and what makes them such amazing creatures. This book is bursting with facts, photos, and vocabulary that bring sharks to life for little ones!Awesome images—Kids will meet sharks of all shapes and sizes—like the giant great white shark and the longnose sawshark.It's a shark's life—Discover where to find different kinds of sharks, what they eat, and how they use their powerful bodies.Shocking shark facts—Did you know that sharks can grow 30,000 teeth in their lifetime? Or that sharks existed before the dinosaurs?Pick up this shark book for kids today and get them excited about one of the most incredible ocean animals.
My First Cookbook: Fun recipes to cook together . . . with as much mixing, rolling, scrunching, and squishing as possible!
by America'S Test KitchenFrom the creators of the #1 New York Times Bestseller The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs, this collection of approachable and fun recipes is designed to introduce kids ages 5 to 8 to the kitchen, along with their grown-ups. It's not about getting dinner on the table, but about doing fun cooking projects together.My First Cookbook will inspire the youngest chefs to enter the kitchen, empower them to cook, and engage their creativity--plus they'll have fun doing it. From simple after-school snacks like Yogurt and Berry Swirls and English Muffin Pizzas, to family meals like Cheese Pupusas and Rice Noodle Bowls, to holiday celebration recipes like Thanksgiving Biscuits and Chinese New Year Pork Dumplings, each beginner recipe is developed by the experts at America's Test Kitchen Kids before being kid-tested and kid-approved.
My First Day
by Phung Nguyen Quang Huynh Kim LienA visually stunning story of resilience and determination by an award-winning new author-illustrator team, perfect for back to school.This is no ordinary first journey. The rainy season has come to the Mekong Delta, and An, a young Vietnamese boy, sets out alone in a wooden boat wearing a little backpack and armed only with a single oar. On the way, he is confronted by giant crested waves, heavy rainfall and eerie forests where fear takes hold of him. Although daunted by the dark unknown, An realizes that he is not alone and continues to paddle. He knows it will all be worth it when he reaches his destination--one familiar to children all over the world.
My First Day at School (School Rules Ser.)
by Thomas Kingsley TroupeWhat's the first day of kindergarten like? Covering all the basics, from lockers and bathroom etiquette to playground rules and afternoon snack time, My First Day of School walks young readers through a typical first, first day of school, complete with kid-friendly, 1st-person narration and playful yet realistic illustrations.
My First Encyclopedia: A Wealth of Knowledge at Your Fingertips (My First Reference )
by DKMeant for children aged 5 and up, My First Encyclopedia will pique kids' curiosity and stimulate their intellectual development. Stunning photographs, facts, games, and puzzles will capture children's attention and make reading fun. Clear and comprehensive content helps develop educational skills and broaden a child's knowledge. Additionally, helpful parents' notes are included to encourage an interactive learning experience between caregiver and child. With My First Encyclopedia, children will build knowledge and vocabulary that will stimulate their mind and aid their development.
My First Encyclopedia: Introduce Little Ones to the World of Learning (My First Reference )
by DKA first encyclopedia for curious kids, packed with fascinating facts and fully updated with bright and colorful pictures.This first encyclopedia for children aged 5-7 contains a wide range of exciting subject areas and answers to the big questions young children ask.From the human body to geography and history, science and technology to animals and habitats, the fascinating content will engage young children and support their learning at home and at school.This first encyclopedia for kids offers:A fully updated edition of the DK classic, with the latest information on emerging topics and new images featured throughout.Information on a variety of subjects, including: the human body and health, geography, history, science and technology, animals, habitats, and more. Topics that are separated by clear themes to introduce nonfiction reading.My First Encyclopedia contains age-appropriate and exciting content that’s familiar to children, as well as topics about the wider world to support their learning and interests. This exciting and fully updated encyclopedia is a must-have addition to every family library and an ideal gift for curious little ones.
My First Garden: For Little Gardeners Who Want to Grow (My First Series)
by Livi GoslingThis beautifully illustrated guide is the perfect gardening book for kids who want to plant fruit and vegetables, create mini farms from plants, and go on wildflower missions. Dive into this children&’s guide to growing plants, from vegetables to wildflowers, for little gardeners with green fingers. With clear step-by-step instructions on how to get seeds, plant them, and help them grow, this book will help kids to get started with their very first gardening projects. Children aged 5-7 will love getting stuck into gardening projects with My First Garden! Passionate gardener Livi Gosling has advice on creating places for plants to live in your home, scavenging from the recycling to create a vegetable kingdom, and adding a splash of color to grey city streets with your own wildflower seed mix. This first gardening book for children features: - Beautiful illustrations combined with a fun approach to gardening for lovers of the ever-growing nature trend.- The basics for growing different plants for children, from gorgeous flowers to delicious fruit and vegetables.- Advice and projects inclusive of all homes, including rented flats - you don&’t need a huge gardening space to get gardening!- A strong eco-message, with info about what seasonality is, planting for pollinators, reusing and recycling things in your garden, and encouraging rewilding of your area.No matter how tiny your space, you can be a gardener! Featuring plenty of inspiration and helpful tips, this gardening book makes a lovely gift from parents and grandparents who want to encourage hands-on hobbies, and is a great eco activity for kids to get outdoors and away from a screen.
My First Guide to Duct Tape Projects (My First Guides)
by Marne VenturaStep-by-step instructions and photographs guide students through easy to construct duct tape projects. Readers will learn how to create and customize a variety of items including drums, picture frames, checker boards, book covers, and more.
My First Guide to Fast Vehicles (My First Guides)
by Nikki PottsFrom high speed trains to hydroplanes and dragsters, readers will learn about the fastest vehicles in the world. Readers will have an up-close look at the fastest cars, trains, bikes and more. Fact boxes and full-color images of vehicles in action will entice fast vehicle enthusiasts.