Books like 'Bedtime for Frances'
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The Jolly Postman by Janet Ahlberg, Allan Ahlberg
25 ratingsNow republished in a larger format, this classic depicts amusing correspondence from one fairy tale or Mother Goose character to another, giving readers a chance to follow-up on some favorite tales. Full-color illustrations... -
The World of Pooh: The Complete Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner by A.A. Milne
39 ratingsLifelong devotees and new friends of the Bear of Very Little Brain will be glad to see all twenty of A. A. Milne's world-famous Winnie-the-Pooh stories brought together in one beautiful volume. Milne's prose and Ernest H. Shepard's drawings-including full-color art created especially for these editions-perfectly capture the feelings of childhood...Categorized as:
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The House of the Hedgehog: (Ježeva Kućica) by Branko Ćopić, Raymond C. Ramo
14 ratingsThis is a story about The Hedgehog, gentle creature of nature, who is defending and taking care of his humble home.He is brave and honorable little hedgehog, who lives in the forest and protects his house, his way of living and his freedom. Some other animals in the woods are making laughs and fun of him, but they do not understand why he loves his home... -
The Country Bunny and the Little Gold Shoes Gift Edition with Charm by DuBose Heyward
24 ratingsThe country bunny attains the exalted position of Easter Bunny in spite of her responsibilities as the mother of twenty-one children...Categorized as:
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When We Were Very Young by A.A. Milne
28 ratingsThis is the first book of A.A. Milne's verses for children, with Ernest H. Shepard's line illustrations in colour... -
A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond
36 ratingsAn alternate cover edition of this ISBN can be found here.Mr. and Mrs. Brown first met Paddington, a most endearing bear from Darkest Peru on a railway platform in London. A sign hanging around his neck said, "Please look after this bear. Thank you" So that is just what they did... -
Walt Disney's 101 Dalmatians by Walt Disney Company, Justine Korman Fontes
20 ratingsThere are more than 101 things to love about Disney’s 101 Dalmatians! The animated classic from 1961 is being released in a Platinum Edition DVD, so a whole new generation of children will come to love Perdita and Pongo, Cruella DeVil, and all those adorable puppies. This Little Golden Book retells all the tail-wagging excitement of the film... -
Bambi by Bob Grant
24 ratingsDisney...Categorized as:
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The Silver Brumby by Elyne Mitchell
16 ratingsA silver brumby is a very special and valuable horse...Thowra, the magnificent silver stallion, is locked in a battle to become King of the Brumbies. But a terrible danger is coming, and Thowra faces a threat even greater than the rival King: the menace of Man...Categorized as:
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Good Night, Gorilla by Peggy Rathmann
30 ratings"Good night, Gorilla," says the zookeeper. But mischievous Gorilla isn't quite ready to go to sleep. He'd rather follow the zookeeper on his rounds and let all of the other animals out of their cages. Little night owls can sneak along with Gorilla and see who gets the last laugh in this riotous goodnight romp... -
Good Dog, Carl by Alexandra Day
20 ratingsAvailable in paperback for the first time, the modern classic that introduced the beloved baby-sitting rottweiler to the world... -
Wacky Wednesday by Theo LeSieg, Dr. Seuss
24 ratingsIllus. in full color. A baffled youngster awakens one morning to findeverything's out of place, but no one seems to notice! Beginning readers willhave fun discovering all the wacky things wrong on each page while sharpeningtheir ability to observe, as well as to read... -
The Little Red Caboose by Marian Potter
24 ratingsAll aboard! This classic Little Golden Book, originally published in 1953, tells the tale of a charming red caboose who wants nothing more than to be as popular as the big steam engine at the front of the train. Boys and girls will love the inspiring tale and the colorful illustrations by Tibor Gergely...Categorized as:
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A Fish Out of Water by Helen Marion Palmer
26 ratingsIllus. in color. "Comic pictures show how the fish rapidly outgrows its bowl, a vase, a cook pot, a bathtub."--The New York Times... -
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Frederick by Leo Lionni
26 ratingsIllus. in full color. "While other mice are gathering food for the winter, Frederick seems to daydream the summer away. When dreary winter comes, it is Frederick the poet-mouse who warms his friends and cheers them with his words."--Wilson Library Bulletin... -
One Snowy Night Miniature by Nick Butterworth
14 ratingsPercy the park keeper always feeds the animals in the park where he lives. But one cold winter’s night Percy discovers that his little friends need more than food, and he must think of a way to help them find a warm place to sleep for the night. Percy’s hut is nice and warm, but he discovers that if you invite one animal in you’ll have to invite them all in... -
More About Paddington by Michael Bond
16 ratingsThis new revised edition of the third book about Paddington captures all the playfulness of the incorrigible little bear. Living with the Brown family in London, Paddington has a talent for getting into trouble. His intentions are always the best, but he is seldom far from disaster... -
Telephone Tales by Gianni Rodari
16 ratingsReminiscent of Scheherazade and One Thousand and One Nights, Gianni Rodari's Telephone Tales is many stories within a story. Every night, a traveling father must finish a bedtime story in the time that a single coin will buy... -
Clifford the Big Red Dog by Norman Bridwell
38 ratingsEmily Elizabeth describes the activities she enjoys with her very big red dog and how they take care of each other... -
Richard Scarry's Best Storybook Ever! by Richard Scarry
20 ratingsFrom the cheery sun on the first page, to the sleepy moon on the last, and throughout all 290 pages in between, there are stories, rhymes and fun with the one-and-only Richard Scarry. Classic tales, alphabet and counting stories, lots of new words and concepts, and visits around town, to the airport, and across the world make this essential book that will captivate even the most restless child... -
Wolvensaga by Käthe Recheis
6 ratingsIn het dal van de Fluisterende Winden is de wolvenwereld nog intact. De roedel van Palo Kan leeft in harmonie met de andere dieren en respecteert Waka, de wet van de natuur.Dit vredige leven wordt plotseling verstoord door de komst van Sjogar Kan, de reuzenwolf uit het noorden die Waka niet erkent en met zijn roedel Talloos alle levende wezens wil onderwerpen... -
The Story of Babar the King by Jean de Brunhoff
24 ratingsAfter making peace with the rhinocerous, King Babar and Queen Celeste plan a model city and live happily with their friends and subjects in the country of elephants... -
The Tale of Benjamin Bunny by Beatrix Potter, R.F. Gilmor
24 ratingsChildren's Bedtime Story: The Tale of Benjamin A Vintage Collection Edition Almost everyone is familiar with the adorable little rabbit named Peter who disobeyed his Mother and went into Mr. McGregor's garden. Now the adventures continue with Benjamin Bunny. There seems to be more trouble ahead for these lovable fellows...Categorized as:
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Each Peach Pear Plum by Janet Ahlberg, Allan Ahlberg
24 ratingsViking is proud to reissue a special 25th anniversary hardcover edition of Each Peach Pear Plum, Janet and Allan Ahlberg's engaging and beloved adaptation of "I spy." A true classic, this book starring a cast of familiar nursery rhyme characters is the winner of the 1978 Kate Greenaway Medal (the U.K. equivalent of the Caldecott Medal) and an American Library Association Notable book... -
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Put Me in the Zoo by Robert Lopshire
31 ratingsIllus. in color. Spot, a polka-dot leopard who can change colors and even juggle his own spots, tries to convince two children that he is special enough to be exhibited in the zoo... -
Go, Dog. Go! by P.D. Eastman
38 ratingsStack the blocks to construct a tower and discover all the interesting ways dogs can go. Learn numbers with dogs, and see the dogs climbing a ladder to an unusual party at the top of the tree...Categorized as:
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Paddington Helps Out by Michael Bond
14 ratingsThat bear is back again, and in this new edition of Paddington Helps Out, his attraction for near disaster is as magnetic as ever. Who but Paddington would set out to cook dumplings only to find himself chased from the kitchen by something so nasty only his resourceful friend Mr... -
Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You? by Dr. Seuss
32 ratingsMoo moo! Hoo hoo! Cock-a-doodle-doo! Oh, the wonderful sounds Mr. Brown can do. Now see if you can do them too! This fabulous book is ideal for teaching young children all about noises!This delightful book forms part of the second stage in HarperCollins’ major Dr. Seuss rebrand programme... -
No Flying in the House by Betty Brock
16 ratingsA funny and fantastical novel about a young girl who makes a life-changing discovery about who she really is. Perfect for fans of The Tail of Emily Windsnap—or anyone who has wondered if they might have some magic in them.Most little girls have parents to take care of them, but not Annabel Tippens. She has Gloria, a tiny white dog who talks and wears a gold collar... -
What Was I Scared Of?: A Glow-in-the Dark Encounter by Dr. Seuss
16 ratingsDr. Seuss in a glowing new format!What were we waiting for? We’ve taken the classic Dr... -
Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are? by Dr. Seuss
18 ratingsDr. Seuss. Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are? New York: Random House, [1973]. First edition, first printing. Quarto. 47 pages. Publisher's binding.Illus. in full color. Children will be cheered just contemplating the outrageous array of troubles they're lucky they don't have... -
Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me by Eric Carle
18 ratingsThis story literally unfolds as pages open dramatically, extending both outward and upward. Monica wants the moon to play with, so her Papa sets out to get it for her. It isn't easy to climb all the way to the moon, but he finally succeeds--only to find that the moon is too big to carry home! The way the problem is resolved is a joyful surprise. Illustrated... -
Moominpappa's Memoirs by Tove Jansson
18 ratingsBefore he had a family, before he met Moominmamma, Moominpappa led a life of adventure and intrigue. But he's never told his story until now.Now Moominpappa has a bad cold, and it's the perfect time to remember his youthful endeavors and to ponder the Experiences which have made him the remarkable Moomin he is... -
The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies by Beatrix Potter
18 ratingsWhen the cupboard is bare at the Flopsy Bunny's burrow, the family all have to go in search of food...Categorized as:
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The Tale of Two Bad Mice by Beatrix Potter
18 ratingsTo celebrate Peter's birthday, Frederick Warne is publishing new editions of all 23 of Potter's original tales, which take the very first printings of Potter's works as their guide. The aim of these editions is to be as close as possible to Beatrix Potter's intentions while benefiting from modern printing and design techniques... -
Mossflower by Brian Jacques
34 ratingsThe thrilling prequel to "Redwall". The clever and greedy wildcat Tsarmina becomes ruler of all Mossflower Woods and is determined to govern the peaceful woodlanders with an iron paw. The brave mouse Martin and quick-talking mouse thief Gonff meet in the depths of Kotir Castle's dungeon. The two escape and resolve to end Tsarmina's tyrannical rule...Categorized as:
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Dr. Seuss’s Sleep Book: Yellow Back Book (Dr. Seuss - Yellow Back Book) by Dr. Seuss
24 ratingsFull of wonderful yawning creatures who spread sleep thoughts at bedtime, this book is the perfect remedy for children who don't want to go to sleep... -
The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher by Beatrix Potter
24 ratingsTHE TALE OF MR. JEREMY FISHERThe Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher, like Peter Rabbit, began life as an illustrated letter to a young child. It was written when Beatrix Potter was on holiday in Scotland where her father and his friends enjoyed fishing expeditions. Mr. Jeremy has a day full of the worst fisherman's mishaps when he sets out to catch minnows for his dinner...Categorized as:
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The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle by Beatrix Potter
24 ratingsBeatrix Potter loved the countryside and she spent much of her otherwise conventional Victorian childhood drawing and studying animals. Her passion for the natural world lay behind the creation of her famous series of little books... -
Bambi by Felix Salten
28 ratingsThe Prince of the ForestBambi's life in the woods begins happily. There are forest animals to play with -- Friend Hare, the chattery squirrel, the noisy screech owl, and Bambi's twin cousins, frail Gobo and beautiful Faline.But winter comes, and Bambi learns that the woods hold danger -- and things he doesn't understand. The first snowfall makes food hard to find...Categorized as:
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Dr. Seuss's ABC by Dr. Seuss
31 ratingsArguably the most entertaining alphabet book ever written, this classic Beginner Book by Dr. Seuss is perfect for children learning their ABCs. Featuring a fantastic cast of zany characters—from Aunt Annie’s alligator to the Zizzer-Zazzer-Zuzz, with a lazy lion licking a lollipop and an ostrich oiling an orange owl—Dr. Seuss’s ABC is a must-have for every young child’s library... -
How Tom Beat Captain Najork and His Hired Sportsmen by Russell Hoban
6 ratingsTom likes fooling around and is rather good at it, much to the annoyance of his Aunt Fidget Wonkham-Strong. So one day this fearsome lady decides to teach Tom a lesson and summons Captain Najork and his Hired Sportsmen to play womble, muck and sneedball... -
Beaver Towers by Nigel Hinton
6 ratingsIn the first book of this hugely popular and much loved series, a magic spell whisks Philip away to a far-off island where he meets the beavers - Mr Edgar and his grandson, Baby B. They tell him how the wicked witch Oyin has imprisoned most of the island's inhabitants in Beaver Towers...Categorized as:
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The Wainscott Weasel by Tor Seidler
8 ratingsWhile other young weasels dance under the pines, Bagley thinks about Bridget, the mesmerizing fish who lives in a pond down the brook from his den. Only a true hero can save Bridget from the gruesome death that awaits her'and this is exactly what Bagley, much to his own surprise, proves himself to be...Categorized as:
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Paddington at Work by Michael Bond
10 ratingsHere’s Paddington once more, just returned from a visit to Darkest Peru and his Aunt Lucy’s birthday celebration at the Home for Retired Bears. Now that Paddington is home with the Browns, he’s free to cause his usual kind of trouble: dabbling in the stock market, trying a career as a barber, even taking a turn at the ballet. But the promise of international fame doesn’t turn this bear’s head... -
Paddington Goes to Town by Michael Bond
10 ratingsIf a boulder rolls down the aisle of a bus, sending the entire carload careening; if a visitor to the hospital leaves even the staff psychiatrist baffled; or if a hostess discovers her surprise dessert is “baked elastic,” you can be sure that Paddington is somewhere close at hand. Still wearing his floppy old hat, he causes trouble wherever he goes... -
David and the Phoenix by Edward Ormondroyd
10 ratingsA tale of adventure and friendship between a young boy and a Phoenix-- a tale that begins with the boy's education in the ways of the mythological world and ends with the Phoenix's rebirth.Notice: This Book is published by Historical Books Limited (www.publicdomain.org... -
Old Mother West Wind by Thornton W. Burgess
12 ratingsPerfect for gift-giving--a classic illustrated by Michael Hague, in a beautifully redesigned edition.Thornton W. Burgess said that imagination was "the birthright of every child." His Old Mother West Wind stories, first published in 1910, have worked their magic on generations of children...Categorized as:
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Walt Disney's The Jungle Book by Walt Disney Company
12 ratingsRelive Walt Disney's 19th full-length animated feature in this beautiful, hardcover, 96-page classic storybook that accurately captures the movie magic and places it right into a child's hands. With every turn of a page, adventure unfolds to create memories that will last a lifetime... -
Gobbolino, the Witch's Cat by Ursula Moray Williams
12 ratings'WHOEVER HEARD OF A WITCH'S CAT WITH BRIGHT BLUE EYES AND ONE WHITE PAW?'Gobbolino doesn't want to be a witch's cat. He wants to be an ordinary kitchen cat, and site by the fire, catch mice and watch the baby. So while his sister, Sootica, learns how to ride a broomstick and turn mice into toads, Gobbolino goes in search of a kind family to live with. But the trouble is no one trusts him...Categorized as:
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