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Kunoichi bunny
Par Sara Cassidy. 2022
Production note: This title was created through eBOUND's Literary Image Description project. The author and illustrator wrote or consulted on…
the image descriptions, which are included in the body and narration of the text. "In this amusing wordless picture book, a young toddler uses her stuffed bunny to perform a number of daring acts."Toto the Ninja Cat: Books 1-3
Par Dermot O’Leary. 2017
Meet Toto: she's no ordinary cat, and she can't wait to have an adventure with you! The totally paw-some collection…
of Books 1-3.Join Toto for funny animal escapades written by one of the UK's best-loved broadcasters. For fans of The Aristocats, The Secret Life of Pets, 101 Dalmatians and Atticus Claw Breaks the Law.Toto the cat and her brother Silver live footloose and fancy-free in a townhouse in London. Toto is almost totally blind, and learned to trust her senses from a ninja cat-master who taught her back in Italy where they were born. By day, Toto and Silver seem to be ordinary cats, but by night, they love to have adventures!Book 1: Toto the Ninja Cat and the Great Snake EscapeOne evening, news reaches Toto that a king cobra has escaped from London Zoo! Together with help from a very posh cat and two hungry tigers, Toto and Silver must investigate. Can they find the giant snake, before it's too late?Book 2: Toto the Ninja Cat and the Incredible Cheese HeistSomething CAT-ASTROPHIC has happened: ALL the cheese in the world has been stolen. Join Toto, her brother Silver and their best-friend Catface on a secret mission to save the day. Toto is going to need all her ninja skills to defeat the fur-midable cheese thief ...Book 3: Toto the Ninja Cat and the Superstar CatastropheAfter months of keeping London safe from notorious animal bad guys, Toto the Ninja Cat is going on a well-earned holiday to the world's most famous music festival - Catstonbury! But a villain has a dastardly plan to hypnotise the crowd when a world-famous band is on stage, turning them into evil minions. How can Toto possibly prevent the catastrophe when everyone thinks the band is the cat's pyjamas?Bear Finds Eggs (The Bear Books)
Par Karma Wilson. 2024
Bear and his friends hunt for missing eggs in this new picture book adventure in the bestselling series. Mama Meadowlark…
can’t find her eggs! Bear and his friends pitch in to help and search high and low. Each time they find an egg, they paint it with bright colors so they don’t lose it again and add it to Hare’s handy basket. Will they be able to return all the eggs to their mother? Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these. New York Times BestsellerThe Secret Language of Birds
Par Lynne Kelly. 2024
From the award-winning author of Song for a Whale comes a poignant and heartwarming tale about a girl who discovers…
a pair of endangered birds about to lay eggs in the marshes of her summer camp...and the secret plan she hatches to help them. Nina is used to feeling like the odd one out, both at school and in her large family. But while trying to fit in at summer camp, she discovers something even more peculiar: two majestic birds have built a nest in the marsh behind an abandoned infirmary. They appear to be whooping cranes, but that&’s impossible—Nina is an amateur bird-watcher, and all her resources tell her that those rare birds haven&’t nested in Texas for over a hundred years.When Nina reports the sighting to wildlife officials, more questions arise. Experts track all the endangered birds, but they can&’t identify the female bird that Nina found. Who is she, and where did she come from?With the help of some fellow campers, Nina sets out to discover who the mystery bird really is. As she gets closer to the truth, will she find a flock of her own?This instant classic captures the coming-of-age moment of learning to spread your wings in a way you'll never forget.Dog vs. Strawberry
Par Nelly Buchet. 2024
A dog and a strawberry find themselves nose to stem in this hilarious picture book that's perfect for dog lovers.…
An epic battle ensues—who will come out on top?Welcome to the Greatest Race of All Time! Give it up for our reigning champion, the one-and-only DOG! And let&’s have a hand for her opponent: the formidable STRAW-BER-RYYYY! When Dog is handed a strawberry from the fruit bowl, she sizes it up, dances around it, and decides she is going to race the Strawberry--and win. She dashes left, then right, then--oh!-- over the couch in an attempt to outrun her opponent. Strawberry doesn't move, but that doesn't stop Dog from continuing the race. Eventually, it's neck-and-neck... until mom walks in to see what the fuss is about, and SPLAT!Kids everywhere will recognize the rivalry at play here, and will laugh-out-loud at the bright, expressive illustrations and ridiculous scenarios from the award-winning creators of Cat Dog Dog.The Sea Hides a Seahorse
Par Sara T. Behrman. 2024
In lyrical prose with beautifully rendered illustrations, this gorgeous picture book introduces young readers to the amazing world of seahorses."This…
saltwater standout will have librarians, parents, and mini marine biologists hooked." —School Library Journal, starred review Hidden in the ocean of colorful fish, octopus, kelp, sea sponges, and other sea life is a most unique creature: the seahorse. Featuring different species of seahorses and seadragons across the world, The Sea Hides a Seahorse is a subtle seek-and-find story that journeys underwater to provide a glimpse into the secrets of seahorses as they swim, hide, hunt, court, mate, and more. Included at the back is more information about seahorses and how to support their protection and conservation.Curious George Roller Coaster (I Can Read Level 2)
Par H. A. Rey. 2024
Everyone's favorite curious monkey George learns about height and measurement at an amusement park in this Level Two I Can…
Read based on the Curious George TV show.Curious George can’t wait to ride the Turbo Python 3000 with his friends Betsy and Steve at the amusement park. But he is not tall enough! Will George figure out how to ride the roller coaster before the end of the day? Curious George Roller Coaster is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.Kit and the Missing Notebook: A Book About Calming Anxiety
Par Chris Andrew Wheeler, Lindsey Erin Wheeler. 2024
Join Kit as she learns a lesson about overcoming anxiety and makes some new friends—and some delicious soup!—along the way.…
As kids get to know this little kangaroo with big feelings, they will discover how they can manage their own stress and new experiences in a healthy, positive manner.When Kit&’s family moves to Cozy Lane, she feels anxious. Exploring the neighborhood with her notebook where she writes everything down makes her feel a little better. But when her notebook goes missing, not even her new hamster friends can help her calm down. Then Mrs. G., the guinea pig next door, has an idea. They all make soup together, and as Kit breathes in the smell and breathes out to cool it, she finds herself feeling calmer. She even realizes her notebook isn&’t as lost as she thought!Kit and the Missing Notebook uses a fun and relatable character to teach children ages 4-8:What anxiety is and how to identify it in their bodies.A simple breathing exercise—smell the soup, cool the soup—that promotes mental wellness and can help when they are feeling overwhelmed.How to use their senses—sight, smell, sound, touch, and taste—to find themselves again. For parents and educators, Kit and the Missing Notebook also includes an author&’s note with information about anxiety, managing emotions with kids, and a delicious soup recipe!Addie Ant Goes on an Adventure
Par Maren Morris, Karina Argow. 2024
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Maren Morris and former schoolteacher Karina Argow have together written their picture-book debut, Addie Ant Goes on an Adventure. This delightful…
story of one little ant’s journey for independence while realizing when to ask for help, is set against the backdrop of a vast and abundant garden inhabited by some very helpful insect friends.Addie Ant travels from one garden bed to another on her first solo adventure. As she forges her own path, she gets lost along the way and finds help from her trusted garden pals, Lewis Ladybug, Beatrix Butterfly, and Cleo Cricket, in finding her way back home. A celebration of friendship, this sweet book is a collaboration by renowned, musical artist Maren Morris and former schoolteacher and close friend Karina Argow. Artist Kelly Anne Dalton brings the delightfully written characters to life with colorful and charming illustrations. Join Addie Ant in a vast and magical garden adventure full of insect friends, growing vegetables, blooming flowers, and the inspiring abundance of nature.Petronella and the Janjilons (Petronella Ser. #2)
Par Cheryl Bentley. 2015
“...the story was well done, Petronella a good strong female lead.A fun and exciting tale of mischief and the resulting…
troubles, of problem solving and the outcome of working toward a goal.”Linda Barrett, Bookseller, USALoved this book - engaged with it straight away - especially liked Betty. Delightful book. Well recommended. Lorraine Baker, Bookseller, Wales"... a great book for reluctant readers ... A good fantasy read with good vs. evil" Ann Klausing, Books-a-Million"There are three witches, a hidden school and a lot of evil in this story. You'll meet characters that will surprise you and the ending is great. Ms. Bentley does not write boring books. I can see a young one reading this book more than once. Maybe they can even write a story of their own..." Jo Ann Hakola, The Book Faerie“What happens next? You’ll have to jump on this fast moving fairy tale thriller to find out!” Bill Baker, Maine, USA. “When I finished reading Petronella and the Janjilons, the first thing that came into my mind was, ‘I need to read more Nancy Drew.’ I kind of felt that it’s somehow like Nancy Drew.“Its contents are really action-packed. The writing is really alive and the author somehow connected with me through her writing.”Teenage reviewer, Philippines The bookThe Janjilons are not what they seem. They look like a type of monkey but they are really children. How did they turn into Janjilons? And could it happen to anyone?Behind this mystery is someone evil, Judge Ormerod who wants to be the next Duke of Westshire. With the help of three weird sisters, he has to rid the land of clever children from being an obstacle to him. The Janjilons work for him as the three sisters mete out punishment and keep them locked up.Petronella starts to look into these strange happenings. But time is running out because when the Judge no longer needs the Janjilons, they will be destroyed.Black Beauty's Family
Par Josephine Pullein-Thompson, Diana Pullein-Thompson, Christine Pullein Thompson. 1975
Everyone's heard about Black Beauty, probably the greatest horse that ever lived. But what about the rest of his family?…
Here we meet some of his other extraordinary relations, each with an amazing story to tell. There's his brother, Black Ebony, who is involved in a terrible mining accident; his great niece, Black Princess, a heroine in World War One; and then there's Black Velvet, a distant relation whose life as a show jumper is about to change dramatically.Black Beauty (Puffin Classics)
Par Anna Sewell. 2008
Black Beauty is a handsome, sweet-tempered colt with a strong spirit. As a young colt he is free to gallop…
in the fresh green meadows with his beloved mother, Duchess, and their kind master. But when his owners are forced to sell him, Black Beauty goes from a life of comfort and kindness to one of hard labour and cruelty. Bravely he works as hard as he can, suffering at the hands of men who treat animals badly. But Black Beauty has an unbreakable spirit and will, and is determined to survive . . .With a wonderful introduction by award-winning author Meg Rosoff, Black Beauty is one of the twelve best-loved classic stories being launched in the newly branded Puffin Classics series in March 2008.Black Beauty
Par Anna Sewell. 2012
"You saved your mistress's life, Beauty! yes, you saved her life" Black Beauty is the prettiest young horse in the…
meadows, and spends many happy days under the apple trees with his friends Ginger and Merrylegs. But this easy life comes to an end when Beauty is sold and goes from farm to inn to cabhorse in London, enduring rough treatment from foolish and careless masters. Beauty remains faithful, hardworking and full of spirit despite his trials, and through him we learn that all horses and humans alike deserve to be treated with kindness.BACKSTORY: Find out about the unusual author and learn some horsey vocabulary.The Bin Bears
Par Scoular Anderson. 2001
When the bin men find Dotty the Dinosaur, they put her up on the front of their truck. There she…
meets three other Bin Bears, called Posh, Threadbare and Dusty. The Bin Bears have lots of fun together. But Dotty doesn't really want to be a bin truck mascot. She'd rather be safely tucked up at home...An entertaining story from a very popular author/illustrator.The Beach Dogs
Par Colin Dann. 2011
'Now!' he snapped urgently. 'Down to the boat. As soon as you hear the engine start, jump in and get…
out of sight!'Zoe and Bertram have embarked on the most amazing adventure of their lives. Egged on by the lively young mongrel Jack, they are escaping heir dull, shorebound lives and are on course for the remote island of Clany.But what sort of life can the stowaways expect? Winter is coming, and food and drink will be hard to find on the island.Battle For The Park
Par Colin Dann. 1992
'I've been looking for him all over the Park. He's just not around any more, Vixen. He's gone.'When Plucky the…
fox disappears, the other animals soon realise that he isn't the only one missing from the White Deer Park nature reserve. And the Warden, whom the animals have learnt to trust, is responsible!The animals are frightened and confused - and then another threat appears. A stelthy gang of rats, led by the cunning Bully is invading White Deer Park . . .Appley Dapply's Nursery Rhymes (Beatrix Potter Originals)
Par Beatrix Potter. 2002
This original, authorised version has been lovingly recreated electronically for the first time, with reproductions of Potter's unmistakeable artwork optimised…
for use on colour devices such as the iPad. Beatrix Potter gathered material for a book of rhymes over many years. In 1917, when her publisher was in financial difficulties and needed her help, she suggested that Appley Dapply's Nursery Rhymes could be brought out quickly, using her existing collection of rhymes and drawings. The fact that the illustrations were painted at different times explains why the style occasionally varies.Appley Dapply's Nursery Rhymes is number 22 in Beatrix Potter's series of 23 little books, the titles of which are as follows:1 The Tale of Peter Rabbit2 The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin3 The Tailor of Gloucester4 The Tale of Benjamin Bunny5 The Tale of Two Bad Mice6 The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle7 The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher8 The Tale of Tom Kitten9 The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck10 The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies11 The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse12 The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes13 The Tale of Johnny Town-Mouse 14 The Tale of Mr. Tod15 The Tale of Pigling Bland16 The Tale of Samuel Whiskers17 The Tale of The Pie and the Patty-Pan18 The Tale of Ginger and Pickles19 The Tale of Little Pig Robinson20 The Story of a Fierce Bad Rabbit21 The Story of Miss Moppet22 Appley Dapply's Nursery Rhymes23 Cecily Parsley's Nursery RhymesThe Animals Of Farthing Wood: The Story Continues....
Par Colin Dann. 1994
After their legendary journey out of danger and into the safe haven of White Deer Park, the animals of Farthing…
Wood look forward to getting used to their new life in the nature reserve.But winter is drawing in: the nights are colder and food for the animals is scarce. Other animals in the park are unfriendly and want to make trouble, and around the Park there are the perils of hunters' traps, as well as humans and their machines. Will life ever return to normal for the animals of Farthing Wood...?Ambrose Follows His Nose
Par Dick King-Smith, Josie Rogers. 2022
'Sparkling humour and wonderful characters are Dick King-Smith's trademarks' - Books for Your ChildrenAn exciting new publication in celebration of…
the centenary of his birth, a recently discovered funny and poignant animal story by Dick King-Smith, completed by his great granddaughter, Josie Rogers.Ambrose may seem like an ordinary rabbit but he has the most extraordinary sense of smell. He can detect any aroma from sweets to kittens - and even niffy foxes!He lives with his family in a hutch and is visited every day by Biddy, who is desperate to take him home to be her pet - if only her mum and dad would let her. Biddy trains Ambrose to become a tracker rabbit - which comes in very handy when Ambrose's little sister Roly goes missing. But when Biddy's family find themselves in real danger, can Ambrose's sensitive nose save the day?Ace and the Animal Heroes: The Big Farm Rescue
Par Jb Gill. 2023
Dr Dolittle meets Dick King-Smith in this funny, charming animal adventure from pop-star, presenter and award-winning farmer JB Gill. The…
perfect next read for fans of Michael Morpurgo's Mudpuddle Farm and David Baddiel's Animalcolm! 'Ace couldn't believe his ears. NO WAY did a pig, two goats and a donkey just speak!'When Ace receives a surprise gift from a long-lost relative, he and his amazing grandparents pack up their life in the city and move to the countryside to live on a run-down farm.And there's an even bigger surprise in-store for Ace when he tries on some magical new wellies and realises he can talk to animals! He's going to have to master this new skill to take on the evil Councillor Crabbington, who is determined to shut down the farm!With a little help from Ginger the Pig, some squawkative hens and a new best friend, Ace must find a way to save the farm before Councillor Crabbington gets his hands on it!Full of hilarious illustrations from Becka Moor, the illustrator behind Pamela Butchart's Wigglesbottom Primary series!See what readers are saying about Ace and the Animal Heroes:'[V]ery entertaining and a pleasure to read for any young child . . . This is a fun read and comes highly recommended.' - The Independent, Children's Book of the Week'Ace and the Animal Heroes: The Big Farm Rescue is a fun and engaging book that is perfect for children who love animals and adventure. My son couldn't put it down and was captivated by the story from beginning to end.' - Amazon reviewer 'This book is so great! It is clever, funny, and the text and pictures are equally delightful. My children and I can read this over and over again without being tired of it.' - Amazon reviewer