Aesop is said to have lived in the sixth century B.C., a slave on the Greek island of Samos. The eternally entertaining tales attributed to him–in which the fates of sly foxes, wicked wolves, industrious ants, and others, suggest what our own behaviors should (or should not) be–have been universal "best-sellers" since before L'Estrange's definitive 1692 English translation. Gooden's superb engravings were first published in 1936 in a limited edition.

Did you know that what you do today can change the world forever?The Boy Who Changed the World opens with a young Norman Borlaug playing in his family’s cornfields with his sisters. One day, Norman would grow up and use his knowledge of agriculture to save the lives of two billion people. Two billion! Norman changed the world! Or was it Henry Wallace who changed the world? Or maybe it was George Washington Carver?This engaging story reveals the inc...

In this picture book classic, travel with young Walter on a fantastical adventure as he journeys—by way of his bed—into a polluted dreamscape world that wakes him up to our collective and individual environmental responsibility.**Walter does not appreciate the beauty of nature, or understand his role in keeping the planet healthy . . . until a fantastic journey shows him the tragic fate that could befall Earth if humans like him are not more careful.Chris ...

The story of one young girl's struggle for money and survival, and the lengths she will go to get both, now reissued with an arresting new cover.Is there greed in Raspberry Hill's genes? In this sequel to Coretta Scott King Honor Book Money Hungry, once-homeless Raspberry Hill vows never to end up on the streets again. It's been a year since Raspberry's mother threw her hard-earned money out the window like trash, so to Raspberry money equals secu...

The Fourth of July is on its way, and Abby Hunter has big plans. As president of the Cul-de-sac Kids, she declares "Mailbox Mania" on Blossom Hill Lane. The kids decorate their mailboxes. And choose a judge to vote for the winner!Before long, the friends are fighting and everyone is upset. Then a mysterious gift shows up in each of their mailboxes. Who hid the presents there? And why?

This illustrated chapter book series set in Ancient Greece is perfect for young readers interested in mythical creatures and thrilling adventure stories!In this second book, young Demon is summoned by the great god Hades to the Underworld. His most-hated hero, Heracles, has just returned Cerberus—the three-headed dog Guardian of the Underworld—to his god master, but something is wrong with the beast . . . and only Demon can help.

The Wisdom Tree and The Red Swing offers preteens and those who love them a unique way to work their way through the challenges they often encounter. Encouraging young people to think their way through their problems, the Wisdom Tree offers unique insights and guides them to some not-so-obvious revelations on issues like racial diversity, bullying, divorce, death of a parent, moral decision making, being the new kid in school, overweight, body image and more. Carol MacAllister engages a ca...

Howard took pride in being able to fix things and situations until he learned he couldn’t help his friend Ali whose parents were separating. He learned he can not fix everything, just change the way he thinks and feels about things. A simple, basic approach to the Serenity Prayer. Tips and lessons are included. The fourth book in the award winning Howard B. Wigglebottom series. Teacher and counselor endorsed. Print a poster @ www.wedolisten.com

Each story can be used as a powerful lesson plan in character education, complete with key words, introduction, questions and activities. The text of each story is very interactive with questions inserted ready for discussion. The situations spark discussion and help children explore what they stand for and what they believe. Reading and listening skills are enhanced. Each chapter ends with more questions for discussion and group or individual activities. All the tools and information to i...

CHALLENGE AT SECOND BASE Stan Martin's chances of playing second base seem next to zero at the start of the season. His rival for the position, Gary Newman, looks tough to beat. Stan loves baseball-maybe even more than his brother, Phil, who played pro ball until quitting suddenly the year before-but after experiencing a few setbacks, Stan is tempted to quit too. Then Stan receives a mysterious note telling him to stick it out-and soon Stan finds himself face-to-face with the challenge at ...

Aesop's fables and tales are among the most well-known in the world. Young readers will enjoy the fun and meaningful messages behind these stories. With lovely illustrations and enchanting text, this book of tales and fables--including The Wolf in Sheeps Clothing, The Boy Who Cried Wolf, The Fat Hens and the Thin Hens, and many more--will have children engaged from beginning to end.

Little Miss Splendid loves nothing more than Little Miss Splendid. She thinks she's too good to talk to "common" people, and definitely too good to ride a bus with them! But one day a rain cloud puts a wrench in her splendid life...