from the back cover: An English rose garden on a summer's day. A small boy watches with interest as his great-aunt cuts the deadheads off the rosebushes with a sharp knife. What could be more peaceful, more harmless? Young Patrick grows up to be a calm, pleasant man, with a good job, a wife and two children, and the best rose garden for miles around. When somebody tells the police that Patrick…
oes a cat use his claws when he walks? How does a rabbit run? What does a skunk smell like? Find out the answers in this classic text that teaches young readers how to track animals by finding footprints and other clues. Marlene Donnellys lovely illustrations and Millicent Selsams gentle text make this a perfect first book for children with a budding interest in animals and nature. Included is …
Spot never looks forward to bedtime. He'd much rather stay up late and play with his toys instead! Will Spot ever be sleepy enough to go to bed?
Spot is back, and this time he’s going to the circus. Lift the flaps and come along! Spot arrives at the circus and begins looking for his ball. Kids can follow along with Spot’s adventure as he asks each circus animal, including an elephant, a tiger, and a monkey, if they have seen his ball. And in the end, Spot not only finds his ball, but learns a fun trick as well.
Spot loves school. His teacher, Miss Bear, is always there to help out, whether the class is learning to paint, reading a story, or going on a nature walk. The school day seems to end too soon, and Spot is always glad he?ll be able to see Miss Bear tomorrow. A follow-up to the popular Spot Loves His Mommy and Spot Loves His Daddy, this is a sweet book that will appeal to both teachers and first…
Spot shows off his knowledge of numbers and words in these bright, bold board books. Each spread illustrates objects toddlers will love to identify, along with a different touchy-feely element to engage tactile interaction. These are the perfect way for young children to learn concepts while following their favorite yellow puppy.