Best Selling Books by Claire Masurel

"Parents looking for a book about separation or divorce will find few offerings as positive, matter-of-fact, or child-centered as this one. . . . Simple, yet profoundly satisfying." – Booklist (starred review) At Mommy’s house, Alex has a soft chair. At Daddy’s house, Alex has a rocking chair. In each home, Alex also has a special bedroom and lots of friends to play with. But whether Alex is with Mommy or with Daddy, one thing always stays the same - Alex is loved. The gently reassuring text focuses on what is gained rather than what is lost when parents divorce, while the sensitive illustrations, depicting two unique homes in all their small details, firmly establish Alex’s place in both of them. Two Homes will help children - and parents - embrace even the most difficult of changes with an open and optimistic heart.

Summary: At first Titus the dog has trouble discovering exactly what his job is on the farm, but then a fox''s approach to the chicken coop helps him understand how valuable he is.

A cat and a dog are enemies until a crisis brings them together as friends.

What a bad, bat cat! He tears the pillows, he eats the plants, and he even scratches the furniture. He just won''t behave! But his family loves him anyway. The simple and repetitive text will provide new readers with a true sense of accomplishment when they finish this book all by themselves. The adorable and quirky illustrations bring this frisky, troublemaking feline to life.

Juliette gathers her toys together in preparation for bedtime.

After ten dogs are placed in a display window for the whole wide world to see, one by one their numbers diminish until the last canine departs with its new owner.

NC State Textbook Adoption 1996-2000 - Rowan/Salisbury Schools.

Juliette and her parade of stuffed animals prepare for this special holiday by choosing a tree, decorating the house, and baking cookies. Juliette explains that Santa will bring gifts for everyone, but when Christmas day arrives, she is so excited about her new presents she forgets all about her friends until she receives a special present that reminds her that friendship is the best gift of all. This delightful story, perfectly suited for the board book audience, captures the anticipation of Christmas and gently underscores the true spirit of the season.

Today is Emily''s first dance class! First she changes into her tutu and meets her teacher, then it''s time to stretch, jump, and learn to dance. Cleverly conceived flaps lift to reveal Emily and her friends practicing a variety of fun dances and movement activities. Full color. plus flaps.

Emily prepares for the Valentine Day party she is having.

The sweet and lovable Emily can now be found in the fun and popular Sticker Stories format. Includes 75 reusable stickers and big full-color spreads. Consumable.

Emily''s grandparents invite her for an overnight visit.

Emily is excited and nervous about being in her aunt''s wedding.

Emily and her friends paint pumpkins, talk about costumes, and anticipate the treats they will get as they prepare for Halloween.

Strawberry Shortcake and her friends are going to Seaberry Beach for the whole day! Strawberry lets Angel Cake borrow something berryspecial to take to the beach, but when Angel accidentally breaks it, she has to find a way to tell Strawberry the bad news - and tell her that she''s sorry, too. What will Angel Cake do?

After ten dogs are placed in a display window for the whole wide world to see, one by one their numbers diminish until the last canine departs with its new owner.

At first Titus the dog has trouble discovering exactly what his job is on the farm, but then a fox''s approach to the chicken coop helps him understand how valuable he is.