How to surprise a dad
How to surprise a dad
"Two siblings provide instructions for how to surprise one's dad, including surprises you can make, do, or find-- and how to plan a Special Day surprise party for him"-- |cProvided by publisher
Genres: Fiction
I had a favorite hat
I had a favorite hat
At the end of summer, a girl's mother wants to put away her favorite beach hat but the girl asks to keep it out, then decorates it for each holiday and season from autumn through spring
In a cloud of dust
In a cloud of dust
"Inspired by the many bicycle libraries that have opened all across Africa, In a cloud of dust is an uplifting example of how a simple opportunity can make a dramatic change in a child's life"--Page 4 of cover
In a village by the sea
In a village by the sea
"Moving from the wide world to the snugness of home and back out again, Village by the Sea tells the story of longing for the comforts of home"--|cProvided by publisher
In the new world
In the new world
The story of Robert and Margarete and their children Johannes and Dorothea, who emigrate from Germany to the United States in 1850. After landing in New Orleans and joining a wagon train headed west to Nebraska, the family establishes a farm outside Omaha. The book ends with a switch to modern day with descendants of Robert and Margarete living on the same farm. They make the decision to investigate their roots and visit Germany, reversing the trip their ancestors made
Indonesian Children’s Favorite Stories
Indonesian Children’s Favorite Stories
"Set in tropical rainforests, on balmy beaches, and in the remote highlands of the Indonesian islands, Indonesia children's favorite stories offers a taste of how universal values of bravery, cleverness, true love, kindness, and loyalty are transmitted to Indonesian children. Astute princesses, resourceful villagers and daring travelers appear throughout this vast archipelago to tell their stories and charm our children. Retold for an international audience, these beautifully illustrated stories provide children with an insight into the traditional culture, morals and environment of Indonesia. This book is aimed at children in the five to twelve age group"--Back cover
Interstellar Cinderella
Interstellar Cinderella
In this outer space adaptation of the fairy tale in rhyme, Cinderella dreams of becoming a spaceship mechanic.
Is that for a boy or a girl?
Is that for a boy or a girl?
Meet some awesome kids who have gotten pretty tired of being told that certain things are for girls and others just for boys. See how they mix and match everything they like to get what suits them best! --Page 4 of cover
Spanish edition, ¿Es de chica o de chico?, available in Bates catalog.
Island Toes
Island Toes
"Island Toes takes readers around the islands, where shoes are optional and toes have the freedom to explore. What kinds of experiences do toes have? What places do one's toes take them? On an island one can expect plenty of moving toes. From Snorkeling toes, to wheelchair toes, and even strap-in-between toes! Just how many toes can there be?" -- publisher
It’s Just Aging!
It’s Just Aging!
"Lily is a playful young girl who loves her Tutu and Papa. On this beautiful day in Hawai`i, Lily learns how to make her Tutu's famous banana bread and, in the process, discovers some of the benefits and challenges of growing up." -- publisher