Tomie dePaola

A retelling of the Comanche Indian legend of how a little girl's sacrifice brought the flower called bluebonnet to Texas.

Describes the traditional celebration of Chanukah, including the lighting of candles on the menorah, the eating of latkes, and the spinning of the dreidl. On board pages.

"This folkloric picture book tells the story of a magical robe that goes missing, and the kingdom that hangs in the balance"--

A houseful of relatives turns "Mrs. C." and Santa's Christmas into a string of surprises, from the arrival of a pet polar bear to Cousin James B.'s flaming plum pudding.

Twins Moffie and Morgie are excited when they hear that their family is adopting a three-year-old Hispanic boy.

Illustrations and simple text describe the ways various animals communicate, such as "Owls hoot, " "Pigs squeal, " and "Bees buzz."

Introduces the ten most common types of clouds, the myths that have been inspired by their shapes, and what they can tell about coming weather changes.

When he learns that his mother is going to have a baby, Tommy is very excited and hopes that the baby will be a sister.

His classmates' taunts do not stop Oliver Button from doing what he likes best.

"Winter is finally over! That means it's time for the Woolsey lambs to get their spring haircuts! They can't wait to have fun in the warm sun. But the next morning, the fields are covered in snow, and the newly shorn sheep are shivering! Luckily, Granny has the perfect surprise for the family"--