New Release Books by Bill Martin

The award-winning, perennial classic featuring cheerful art by Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert is now available in a brand-new format with spiral binding and cardstock pages for an engaging read-aloud experience. A told B, and B told C, “I’ll meet you at the top of the coconut tree.” In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom! This beloved alphabet chant is now available in a Storytime Together edition, which is designed so the book can be folded in half and easily read aloud to an audience. The text will face the reader and the illustrations will face the audience. (Or if you prefer, the book can also be read like a traditional storybook with both text and art facing the audience). The spiral-bound book also comes with a cardstock jacket for convenient shelving and storage. This innovative format is sure to bring a rollickingly fun storytime experience to classrooms, libraries, living rooms, and video calls with family and friends!

A bilingual English and Spanish board book edition of Bill Martin and Eric Carle''s classic picture book Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? / Oso bebé, oso bebé, ¿qué ves ahí? Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? is the final collaboration from this bestselling author-illustrator team. Young readers will enjoy Baby Bear''s quest to find Mama, and they''ll revel in identifying each of the native North American animals that appear along the way. The central focus on the special bond between Mama and baby makes a fitting finale to a beloved series. Oso bebé, oso bebé, ¿qué ves ahí? es la última colaboración del equipo autor-ilustrado más vendido. Los lectores jóvenes disfrutarán la aventura de Oso Bebé en búsqueda de Mamá, y se divertirán identificando cada uno de los animales nativos a Norte América que aparecen en el camino. El enfoque en la conexión especial entre Mamá y bebé hacen de este libro un final perfecto para una serie tan adorada.

From the creators of the bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom comes a lively parade of fancy, dancy, prancy words! Some words are long. Some words are short. Some words are fancy. Some words are dancy. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault’s rhythmic text about first words is the perfect fit for Lois Ehlert’s bold, bright, cheerful art. This winning combination makes this book a must-have for all Chicka Chicka Boom Boom fans!

In Avant Rock,, music writer Bill Martin explores how avant-garde rock emerged from the social and political upheaval of the sixties. He covers the music from its early stages, revealing its influences outside of rock, from musicians such as John Cage and Cecil Taylor, to those more closely related to rock like James Brown and Parliament/ Funkadelic. Martin follows the development of avant rock through the sixties, when it was accepted into the mainstream, with bands like the later Beatles, The Who, Jimi Hendrix, The Velvet Underground, King Crimson, and Brian Eno. His narration takes us into the present, with an analysis of contemporary artists who continue to innovate and push the boundaries of rock, such as Stereolab, Mouse on Mars, Sonic Youth, and Jim O''Rourke. Martin critiques the work of all important avant rock bands and individual artists, from the well-known to the more obscure, and provides an annotated discography

Unlike most books on rock music, Music of Yes does not focus on personalities, but instead on musical structures, lyrical vision, and cultural and historical context. Bill Martin situates one of the most creative groups from the progressive rock period, Yes, within the utopian ideals of the sixties and the experimental trend in rock music initiated by the Beatles and taken up by groups such as King Crimson, Jethro Tull, Pink Floyd, and others. Working against the seemingly entrenched cynicism and "blues orthodoxy" among rock music critics, Martin demonstrates the power of Yes''s romantic, utopian, "Blakean," ecological, multicultural, and feminist perspective, showing how this vision is developed through extended musical works. "I think this book will stand out as the most definitive study of Yes, and anyway, how could I not like a book that compares my ability to that of John Coltrane and Jimi Hendrix?" —Chris Squire Co-founder of Yes "Yes fans will flock to this paean to the world of 1960s ''art rock''. . . Martin''s points about the artistic aspirations of ''60s and ''70s ''progressive'' music are thought-provoking." —Booklist

Celebrate our beautiful home in this joyous, poetic bilingual tribute to the Earth''s colors, climates, and seasons. Panoramic photographs capture the majesty of nature from swirling deserts to curling ocean waves. Close-ups reveal quieter treasures like springy moss and sunlit leaves. Tying all these wonders together are the faces of children from around the globe, reflecting our shared connection to the planet. Warm, approachable text throughout makes this perfect for read-alouds and for youngsters just beginning to read independently. A gorgeous gift for Earth Days and birthdays.

From beloved storytellers Bill Martin Jr. and Michael Sampson and with shimmering illustrations by Caldecott Honoru00ad artist Melissa Sweet comes a celebration of the animals all around us! Squawk! Hiss! Grr! Roar! Big, small, black, brown—all kinds of animals make their home in our world. From the jungle to the mountains to your own backyard, listen and you just might hear the sounds they make!

Numbers from one to one hundred climb to the top of an apple tree in this rhyming chant.

Introduces such characters as Noah, Jesus, David, and Paul through Martin''s signature question-and-answer format with rhymed and illustrated text.

Sleepy little monkey won''t get out of bed. Mama called the Doctor and the Doctor said: "Apple Juice, Orange Juice, Gooseberry Pies -- Monkey needs some exercise!" Sleepy little monkeys everywhere will clap, stomp, shake, and cheer -- while chanting this rhythmic, energetic dance song based on a popular playground game. And as they move their heads, hands, hips, and feet -- everyone will be bursting with clapping energy -- and ready to start a new day! With humor, high energy, and Bill Martin Jr''s trademark rhythm and rhyme, young readers will learn to name parts of the body. And the book makes a perfect exercise warm-up to start off a busy day of school!

This book aims to reinvigorate the Marxist project and the role it might play in illuminating the way beyond capitalism. Though political economy and scientific investigation are needed for pure Marxism, Martin’s argument is that the extent to which these elements are needed cannot be determined within the conversations of political economy and other investigations into causal mechanisms. What has not been done, and what this book does, is to argue for the possibility of a rethought Marxism that takes ethics as its core, displacing political economy and "scientific" investigation.

In Listening to the Future, Bill Martin sets the scene for the emergence of progressive rock and examines the most important groups, from the famous to the obscure. He also surveys the pathbreaking albums and provides resources for readers to explore the music further. "Written with the insights of an academic, the authority of a musicologist, and—best of all—the passion of a true fan. Martin charts topographic oceans, courts crimson kings, does some brain salad surgery, and generally rocks out in 7/8 time." —Jim DeRogatis Sun-Times music critic

We will make sure that you and your wife both get ten years in prison. Since your daughter is underage, we will make sure that she gets put in a foster home. But if you accept this plea agreement, it all goes away, and you get to go home with maybe up to only one year of probation time.'' Bill and Tina Martin were stunned when their average lives were turned upside-down in an instant. Falsely accused of dealing counterfeit computer parts, Bill thought a short investigation would clear his name and allow his family to resume life as normal. But the nightmare was just beginning. Thrown into a firestorm of hearings, polygraph tests, and interrogations, Bill soon realized that his fate was already decided. When Bill was forced into prison time, Tina and their teenage daughter were left struggling to make ends meet. As they tried to comprehend what purpose their hardships could serve, they resolved to face their circumstances with faith and courage. Their powerful story is proof that We Made It, You Can Too!

With more than 7 million copies in print in various formats and languages, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? is one of the most treasured children''s books of all time. This edition, narrated by Academy Award winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow, comes from a Grammy-nominated recording, which is sure to bring warmth and humor to children and parents alike.

Ten little caterpillars are out and about in our big, wide world--come join them! You never know what you might find. . . . A butterfly, perhaps? Readers of all ages have celebrated the work of Bill Martin Jr and Lois Ehlert ever since their first collaboration on Chicka Chicka Boom Boom more than twenty-five years ago. Now these two picture-book geniuses are together again in this dynamic and visually stunning counting-and-natural history picture book that''s just perfect for reading aloud--and comes complete with a glossary filled with intriguing information about all of the caterpillar stars!

This is a shocking and provocative thesis about the downfall of America and its hapless masses. It is a message so foreboding it even silences Bill O''Reilly and Glenn Beck. It confronts and answers such demanding questions as: Who Are You? Where Will You Spend Eternity? Why Our Rush To Communism? Why The Fury of The Intellectual elitists? Why The Rush to Pagan Academia? What Is The Agenda Of The World''s Great Religions? Will America Turn On The Jews? How Can You Survive This Disaster?This thesis represents seven years of research and travel to 50 troubled nations. It draws a corollary between the onslaught of failing cultures and their inability to rescue themselves from starvation, financial chaos, and religious and political bondage. However, there is hope for but a remnant, those who seek and treasure wisdom, truth and hope. Something that has long been lost to the world''s ignorant and rebellious. Which will you choose?Author of, "Life Is A Challenge, Not A Pass" and "Real Success Without College."

A young cat is distracted by many things while getting ready for bed at night.

Bill Martin Jr. is the beloved author whose books have sold more than 12 million copies, including the classics Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?; Chicka Chicka, Boom Boom; and Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear? His classic book Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? is read by millions of children around the world. Now, best-selling author Bill Martin Jr. has teamed with Michael Sampson to introduce your kids to the great heroes of the Bible.

Children see a variety of animals, each one a different color, and a teacher looking at them. On board pages.

This thesis expressly addresses the plight of young American males ages 15 to 25. The current (2009) crisis is their total lack of education, lack of basic skills, employability, ambition, manners and morality. This is all enforced by their 20 - 27% unemployment numbers and the fact that employers would rather hire women than them by a 15% margin. It is a hard hitting expose of the death of our nation and those who caused it. It begins with a study of man''s inherent ignorance and penchant for self destruction. It addresses the "cause and effect'' when deeply flawed leaders and politicians chose to enrich themselves by raiding the public treasury. But the most damning message of all is the onslaught of wickedness imposed on our nation by the advent of the rebellious "Hippie Generations"! America will never, ever recover from this curse. But it is a serious and encouraging message to our young men, 15 to 25, that even after surviving 12 years of the ravages of Public Education; they can change and even prosper without a college education!

Kitty Cat is distracted by many things as she gets ready for school in the morning.

Illustrations and rhyming text present ten different endangered animals.

Describes the characteristics of each month of the year in rhyming text and illustrations.

From the creators of the bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom comes a rollicking first concept board book collection! A told B, and B told C, I’ll meet you at the top of the coconut tree! From the creators of the bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom comes a delightful board book gift set that includes three Chicka Chicka classics! Little ones will love learning their ABCs, 123s, and fancy, dancy first words. This rollicking collection includes: Chicka Chicka ABC Chicka Chicka 123 Words

Learn What New Orthodontics Can Do For Your Child Your child''s smile is important. Poorly aligned teeth or jaws can affect your child growing up around peers--and they can even impact his or her careers later in life. Significant medical problems can also occur due to a lack of a straight smile, including chronic migraines, gum disease, and infections. So, what''s the solution, then? Where does an orthodontist come into play? The Ultimate Guide to Braces: A Parent''s Guide to the New Orthodontics will teach you all you need to know about the inner workings and recommendations of an orthodontist, including: -signs you or your child need to see an orthodontist -how New Orthodontics can not only impact your child''s social life, but overall health -what you can expect from an initial consultation and exam -the best treatment options for your child''s problems There is nothing more joyful than a child''s smile--learn what you can do to help yours obtain a great smile they can carry forever!

Where there''s smoke, there''s fire--at least that''s what they say....

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, does your bookshelf have enough room? For this collectible boxed set, of course it does! A told B and B told C, “I’ll meet you at the top of the coconut tree.” So begins the celebrated, rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children’s favorite for decades. As all the letters of the alphabet race one another up the coconut tree, Bill Martin Jr and John Archambault’s rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert’s bold, cheerful art. And the race continues in the counting-themed companion, Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3, featuring jaunty text from Bill Martin Jr and Michael Sampson and vibrant illustrations from Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert. Packaged together in a handsome boxed set, these two Chicka Chicka classics make an ideal gift and belong on every bookshelf!

Ryan and Ben were intrigued when Mr. Kramer, their middle school science teacher, told them that time travel was possible. That evening they stood in front of a 150 year-old mirror, and their lives were forever changed. Can two boys from the 21st century survive in the turbulent years just before the civil war? Can the mirror that took them back in time return them to the present? And after meeting the freckle faced, red-headed and fun Laura, will Ryan want to come home again?

Kitty Cat has a great day at school, where he sings, reads, counts, plays, has a treat, takes a nap, shows off his little bell, and paints.

A group of mice venture into a dark, dark woods where they find a dark brown house with a dark red stair leading past other dark colors to a spooky surprise. Reprint. 25,000 first printing.