New Releases by Harriet Ziefert

Everybody has a lot to do before school starts, and so does Harry. He has to go for a checkup, visit the dentist, get a haircut--and that''s only the beginning!

The third book in the Be Thankful . . . series for kids; this time, providing a gorgeous exploration of plant life and showing how essential they are to sustaining life on Earth Would animals be satisfied without plants? They would not! Leaves for gorillas, Food for antelopes, Grasses for zebras on African slopes. Plankton for small krill, Greens for manatees Plants provide food in big oceans and seas. The third book in the successful Be Thankful . . . series, Plants uses lilting, rhyming couplets to explore the many ways that plants are essential to our lives and the existence of life on earth. But it doesn’t stop there! Kids will also learn about the many uses of plants—and the environmental danger to plants posed by pollution and lack of respect for this precious resource. In this series, kids are encouraged to be kind, not only to one another but to the environment as well. Kids will view the many types of plants in our lives and will see them in a whole new light after going on a botanical eco-tour in this gorgeous poem about plants. This book is printed on responsibly sourced, 100% recycled FSC paper.

A STEAM-centered exploration of boxes to spark scientific inquiry in a fun and engaging way! There are so many types and uses for boxes, it’s time to think of as many as we can. In this entertaining book with rhyming text, young children are invited to explore all the different boxes we find in our lives and what they are used for. With a little investigation, boxes are found in so many shapes and have so many uses: from carrying fruit or playing hopscotch, to a house for bees, or a case for a guitar. What constitutes a box? What size is it? What fits inside? What is it used for? Endless amount of discussion will result from this book, and even the titular question will get kids thinking. A perfect book to initiate early-years scientific inquiry in a fun and inventive way and set children on the path to thinking critically, creatively, and reflectively.

Patience pays off for Leo and his sisters as they wait for the right bus to take them to the park! Leo and his family are waiting for the bus, but each one that passes just isn''t the right bus for them. First a red bus filled with a hen, a cow a duck, a goat and a horse, and driven by a sheep goes by, bound for the farm. Next a yellow bus jam-packed with fish, sharks and octopuses passes on it''''s way to the aquarium. When will a bus for people come by? Kids will hoot and howl with delight as one bus after another, filled with assortments of animals and sea creatures, passes Leo and his family in this comical and charming story. They will join in the repetitive phrases as they predict and identify the colors of the buses and the destination of each one. And, in the end, patience pays off for Leo and his family as the bus arrives to take them to the park. Questions for discussion and labeled parts of a bus are provided to encourage further conversation.

What gives you a seat, a floor for your feet? A place you can sit with your family to eat? The pum-pum of a drum, a guitar’s twangy strum . . . Tree wood makes music zing, ping, and hum. Using lilting, rhyming couplets, this book explores the many items that are made from trees. But it doesn’t stop there! Kids will also learn about the many uses of live trees – and the environmental danger to trees posed by forest fires, floods, and deforestation. Kids are encouraged to be kind, not only to one another, but to the environment as well. Kids will view their backyards and parks in a whole new light after going on an arboreal eco-tour in this gorgeous paean to trees. This book is printed on responsibly sourced, 100% recycled FSC paper.

The sequel to the bestselling Sleepy Dog! In this Step 1 Step into Reading Reader, Sleepy Dog does not want to wake up! The sun is up, the cat is up—wake up, Sleepy Dog! Every sleepy child will laugh with Sleepy Dog as he shakes off his snooziness and finally gets out of bed, all ready to play. Fans of the original Sleepy Dog will be excited to join in Sleepy Dog’s fun morning. Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

Harry Hippo takes a bath, plays in the water, and cleans up afterwards

Workbook to help children practice writing uppercase letters.

These are the words kids have to know by sight--the words that they should be able to read without sounding them out first.

"This workbook on short vowels will have kids sounding out their letters well, and learning a great deal along the way. And with it''s appealing design and bright colors, they''ll never think they''re doing homework!"--Publisher''s website.

A little mouse looks for the perfect gift for her father.

A young boys gets a new winter coat, boots, gloves and a hat and the waits eagerly for it to snow.

Jon falls off of his bicycle but is less than enthusiastic about receiving treatment for the cut on his forehead.

As he gets up in the morning and goes to school, a boy alternates between saying "Yes" and "No" to everything he is asked.

A little mouse takes part in a wonderful wedding celebration.

What a great gift for the bride drowning in pre-wedding madness! She’ll totally relate to her comic counterpart on the page, who’s coping with everything from a stubborn hairdresser to embarrassing family members. Divided into two parts— “Planning the Wedding” and “Wedding Day”—this little gem is sure to give stressed-out brides-to-be a very welcome laugh. Witty cartoons capture the agony of a fianc� with no opinions and a future mother-in-law with lots of opinions; of selecting bridesmaids and choosing a dress that suits everyo≠ and dealing with a pimple that arrives bright and early on the big day! All these little miseries add up to, of course, a happy, fairytale ending as the bride marries the one she loves. Jennifer Rapp’s cartoons have appeared in Wunderkind, an all-cartoon newspaper. She is the creator of a nationally distributed greeting card li≠ owner of Teetersaw, Inc.; and illustrator of two earlier books: Misery Is a Smell in Your Backpack and Misery Is a Spider in the Bathtub. Jennifer lives in Chicago.

Three friends spend an enjoyable day at the amusement park, riding roller coasters, driving bumper cars, and eating cotton candy.

Scooter the Pig, first introduced in What''s Polite? and What''s Pretend? returns in this happy holiday tale. Come along with him as he visits Grandma, and open the many flaps throughout to find out what surprises lie beneath. It''s perfect in the Christmas stocking or under the tree--and for youngsters to read and share with their grandparents.

Laura Rader''s charming art, reusable colorful vinyl stickers, and an enjoyably interactive story make this board book the perfect gift for inside the Easter basket. It''s Easter time, so Rosie Rabbit''s getting ready for the holiday--and young kids will have a great time helping her. All they have to do is take the reusable vinyl stickers and decorate the bunny cake, put cookies on the table, hang eggs on the egg tree, and fill up the Easter basket. And the final page of this adorable seasonal board book features a special treat: a fun "find-it" game, where children try to spy the candy chicks Rosie has hidden everywhere.

What''s a husband good for? This humorous, quirky, and sure-to-be-a-success follow-up to 41 Uses for a Cat and 44 Uses for a Dog--with witty drawings by Todd McKie--provide a playful reminder. From a diva who sings in the shower to a grill master setting the world (and food) on fire, from an interior designer carefully hanging up the fish that didn''t get away to chief back scratcher, husbands have so many uses! And 38 of his most important attributes are captured in whimsical and humorous drawings that will delight husbands everywhere--and have wives smiling in wry recognition. Whether he''s doing pest control with a fly swatter, getting caught up in wires as an IT specialist, or making a mess as sous chef, hubby''s antics are amusing. The perfect gift for an anniversary, birthday, or anytime--just to let him know how much he''s loved.

Although Sarah''s visit with her grandmother is cut short before her special woolly afghan is finished, Grandma comes to Sarah''s home for a visit months later and brings the afghan--plus an extra surprise.

A little witch and a little warlock have a booing contest to determine which of them can scare the moon.

Putting a fun twist on a favorite holiday song, this adorable book presents a truly dazzling countdown to Christmas. Instead of the old-fashioned partridges and lords-a-leaping, youngsters will find colorful hula hoops, wind-up toys, and furry bears. Full color.

When Jessica visits her artist grandpa they make a painting together.

A dozen dogs frolicking on the beach introduce the numbers one through 12. Step Into Reading.

Lift the flaps and see all the extra special things a sister does.

Puffin Easy-to-Read Level 2.

When you need worms for fishing, Grandpa knows just where to look. Grandpas are great at making things, like bookshelves, burgers, and funny faces. Some grandpas like to sing old songs, some like to play baseball, and all grandpas make you feel special. Young children and grandpas alike will love this sweet tribute to the special love between them

When Mrs. Mouse''s many children tell her what they would like to give Santa for Christmas instead of making a wish list for themselves, they have a happy surprise.

A mommy is a special person. She knows just how to kiss a boo-boo to make it feel better and how to do hair-dos. When you need an audience for your puppet show, a mommy will always watch. Lift the flaps and see all the ways a mommy is wonderful. This celebration of mothers is ideal for Mother''s Day and for sharing throughout the year.