New Releases by Tom Paxton

It's a major publishing event! For nearly half a century, "The Marvelous Toy"--composed by the legendary singer/songwriter Tom Paxton--has enchanted children and adults alike. A simple tale about a mysterious, magical, and mystical toy that a father gives to his son--and that eventually gets passed down to the next generation--it celebrates a child's sense of wonder. The witty, evocative lyrics spark the imagination. No surprise, then, that the song has been recorded by countless major artists, from Peter, Paul, and Mary to the Chad Mitchell Trio to John Denver, and won legions of fans through the years. Paxton's marvelous song has finally become a stunning picture book, featuring incredible and wildly imaginative art by Steve Cox, illustrator of the award-winning PIGS MIGHT FLY. Parents, grandparents, friends, and family worldwide will remember this classic from their own youth--and joyfully share it with their own children.

15 stunning story-songs about love from the latest CD by this lauded folk artist. Features a bio, and Paxton's detailed notes about the album and each song on it. Includes: Bad Old Days * The First Song Is for You * Home for Me (Is Anywhere You Are) * Jennifer and Kate * Reason to Be * When We Were Good * You Are Love * more.

When seven-year-old Emily and the fairy, Glynnis, exchange a tooth for a coin, the Fairy Queen announces the renewal of friendship between mortals and fairies.

The jungle animals enjoy a rousing game of baseball.

How did a gentle old woodsman become Santa Claus and cheer for boys and girls the world over? This "well-told, intriguing tale' ("School Library Journal") recounts how. Full color.

After traveling from the jungle to America to visit his cousin in the circus, Engelbert accidentally ends up in the spotlight and steals the show.

Daddy's taking us to the zoo tomorrow, zoo tomorrow, zoo tomorrow. Daddy's taking us to the zoo tomorrow. We can stay all day. Now you can go along too, as Tom Paxton's classic song comes to life in this boisterous picture book. Rhythmic verse leads you through a wild kingdom where animals burst from every page. Monkeys are scritch, scritch, scratchin', and kangaroos are hop, hop, hoppin', making every moment an adventure. Karen Lee Schmidt's lively, irresistible illustrations show the animals up to all sorts of mischief. And with the easily played melodies included, this musical menagerie is every bit as fun as a trip to the zoo. Youngsters will want to "stay all day" -- and come back again and again!

Engelbert the elephant helps Mrs. Mouse move her house when it becomes too noisy.

Join Tom Paxton as he evokes a peaceful world going to sleep. Watch as doves fly home to their tree-top nests and chipmunks dash back to cozy burrows. See puppies and kittens curl up for the night. Award-winning artist Erick Ingraham's stunning lifelike illustrations are the perfect companion to Paxton's soothing verse. Full color.

After looking for the baby in various spots, the reader finds her in a very safe place.

An elephant's dancing skills and good manners surprise everyone at the royal ball, including the queen.

Words and music to forty-one folk songs.