Fiction

This innovative rendition of the story of the blind men and the elephant proves that true wisdom can come only when one knows the whole truth. Thus, when seven mice explore different parts of an elephant, each sees something different. This book is also...

In this funny book, Shannon applies his wonderful offbeat humor to the story of a duck that decides to try riding a bike and loves it! Soon all the animals on the farm are riding bikes, too.

In this hilarious book, a farmer must contend with the written demands made by his cows after they discover an old typewriter in the barn. When he refuses to give them the electric blankets they want, the cows decide to go on a milk strike! When the...

This tender story will help children deal with the pain that comes with the loss of a pet. When a little boy wakes to find that his pet mouse doesn’t move, he prefers to think that it is just very tired. Finally, his Dad explains that the mouse has died,...

As fresh as ever, this classic story about everyone's favorite monkey is sure to be popular among Spanish-speaking readers. When George gets a new bike, his curiosity gets the best of him and he get into all sorts of mischief.

Gilbert and Monica live above their grandparents' bakery where the scent of freshly baked bread greets them each morning. This brightly illustrated story depicts the warmth of a special family as they work together to prepare bread for the feast of the...

With simple verse and sun-drenched paintings, this touching book honors the life of farm workers and celebrates the fields and orchards where they work.

Olivia the pig is like a typical preschooler. She's good at lots of things, like singing very loud songs, trying on all her clothing, scaring away her little brother, reproducing abstract artwork on the walls, and especially wearing people out--even...

Leo, an adorable little tiger, feels frustrated because he just can't do the things that all his friends seem to have mastered. Mother Tiger urges him to be patient. Eventually, Leo begins to shine, showing that it's okay to be a late bloomer.

Camila the zebra loses seven of her stripes in a wind storm. As she walks home crying, she is granted seven assorted stripes from a snake, a snail, the rainbow, and others to replace the ones she has lost. When the colorful little zebra finally reaches...

This carefully crafted collection, richly illustrated with exuberant collages, contains 25 songs. Some of the selections are well known, such as Los pollitos and La piñata, and others are more current favorites. Spanish and English lyrics are presented...

A stuffed bear named Corduroy waits patiently and hopefully in a toy department for a loving home. He finds the love he is seeking in the arms of a little girl.

When Alexander Wolf is framed, he seeks justice and tells his own version of The Three Little Pigs. Children will love this amusing rendition of the classic fairy tale.

In this action-packed, humor-filled book, well-known writer-illustrator P. D. Eastman presents dogs, dogs, and more dogs enjoying every activity imaginable: swimming, driving, climbing trees, playing baseball, and more!

Children will love the hilarious adventures and exploits of everyone’s favorite monkey, Curious George! The engaging full-color illustrations and simple text make this classic perfect for beginning readers.

This classic book introduces a boy who goes out for a walk with his purple crayon and draws himself some wonderful adventures. The fanciful illustrations will stimulate children’s imaginations and lead them on some creative journeys of their own.

Based on an old folk tale, in which hilarious confusion seems to be the rule, this is the story of a peddler who falls asleep under a tree and, upon waking, finds countless monkeys above him wearing his hats.

Sendak's brilliant illustrations take the reader on a journey through a little boy's vivid imagination. When Max is sent to his room, he dreams of going where the wild things are, living among them, and sharing in their games. He soon 'returns,' longing...

A little boy discovers that if you give a mouse a cookie, he will want a glass of milk, then a straw, and then a mirror to see if he has a milk mustache, and so on. Children will delight in the simple yet captivating story and charming illustrations.

When a hungry moose unexpectedly visits a little boy's home, a lively sequence of events unfolds. There are muffins, but they need jam, and soon it's time to buy ingredients and bake another batch!

Doctor de Soto, a compassionate and clever mouse-dentist, outwits a fox with a toothache—and an appetite.

When Irene's mother can't deliver the ball gown she's made for the duchess, Irene volunteers to get the dress to the palace on time. Irene proves that where there's a will there's a way in this obstacle-filled adventure.

Full-page illustrations and a simple text are the hallmarks of this educational book that teaches children about the different characteristics of animals in a lighthearted way.

Chrysanthemum takes pride in her name, but she stops liking it after her classmates make fun of it. Things begin to change, however, when she meets her new music teacher, who makes her feel proud of her special name once again.

A little boy expresses his pride at the things he can do on his own, yet recognizes that sometimes he still feels very small.

This beautifully written and illustrated book will inspire children with its artistry, imagination, and spirit. A young girl embarks on a poetic journey through the desert, discovering the many gifts that nature offers.

When Alexander wakes up one morning with chewing gum in his hair, it's the beginning of a crazy, mishap-filled day for him. Ray Cruz's amusing pen-and-ink drawings vividly capture Alexander's ever-blackening mood as he struggles through his terrible day.