This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Balinese fairy tales and other stories--providing insight into a rich oral culture.
These 28 humorous scenes illustrate for kids what good manners are all about. For instance, nobody is having fun at the playground swings because everybody is pushing and forgetting to take turns. Then Shelly yells out: "Taking turns works!" Meanwhile, thoughtful Rosita gets a big smile from Dad while helping with the dinner dishes ... and Will feels great after writing his first thank-you note…
Teddy often forgot to say 'sorry' and 'thank you' --until he visited his friend Sammy. Sammy wouldn't let Teddy play with his train set and he ate all the cupcakes. Now Teddy is a very polite bear. Lee Krutop's delightful illustrations bring this charming little story to life.
from the back cover: If you were given three wishes, what would you wish for? It's best to think twice, as Ned and Nat find out in this story. This charming retelling of a traditional European folktale has easy-to-read text and fun puzzles to try.
Henny Penny is pecking at her corn when something drops on her head. She is sure it dropped from the sky, which can only mean one thing—the sky is falling and the world is about to end. Henny Penny sets off to deliver the terrible news to the king. Her friends join her along the way—and so does someone else who is not so friendly.