New Release Books by Lillian Hoban

A hilarious account of Arthur's attempts to earn enough money to buy a T-shirt and cap, assisted by his sister Violet.

Silly Tilly Mole can't remember why today is special. Is it because it's snowing and the wind is swirling colored snowflakes all around her? Or maybe it's the bright red something special in her mailbox that makes this a special day. Beginning Readers will enjoy discovering what Tilly forgot to rememeber in Lillian Hoban's third charming story about this delightfully silly character.Tilly Mole knows it's a special day, but she just can't remember why.Is it because it's snowing outside? Or does it have something to do with that bright red something in her mailbox? Beginning readers will enjoy discovering what Tilly forgot to remember in this delightful Level 1 I can Read Book. "Hoban's simple text and trademark illustrations make this story a fine addition for easy-reader collections.’—School Library Journal

Three delightful stories about everyone's favorite chimp.

Arthur the chimpanzee is determined to be the best all-around gymnast at his gymnastics birthday party.

While Mama Otter fishes for supper, Baby Otter pursues his goal of catching his own fish by himself, in a story complemented by simple read-aloud text and endearing illustrations.

Joe and his pet dinosaur, Betsy, are ready for a fun-filled day in the snow. But as soon as they go out . . . Kerplunk! Crash! Bang! Betsy slides down the hill and crashes right through the ice, her big feet samsh the steps of the lions' den, and her sneeze blows the chimney off the bears' house. Poor Betsy! She's too big for her own good -- or is she? Lillian Hoban tells a warm and funny story that's just right for beginning readers.

Arthur's gone Camping. Violet's camping out too, but her friends don't want Arthur around. So Arthur decidesto collect slimy things he knows Violet wouldn't like. But he doesn't count on slippery rocks and swooping bats, or hunger pangs. Then he smells hot dogs roasting over a warm fire...

Violet's camping out too, but her friends don't want Arthur around. So Arthur decidesto collect slimy things he knows Violet wouldn't like. But he doesn't count on slippery rocks and swooping bats, or hunger pangs. Then he smells hot dogs roasting over a warm fire...

"[In] this lovely valentine from Hoban to all beginning readers, a minor squabble with his best friend, Norman, has left Arthur all alone this wintry Valentine's Day [until] Norman's little brother saves the day, and the two best friends are reunited. This title will warm up any snowy, blustery day."—SLJ.

Combines simple, read-aloud text with endearing illustrations that follow a day in the life of Baby Lion, who resists his caring mother's attempts to look after him while he plays with the other lions.

Arthur’s little sister, Violet, proves she can read better than he. ‘Convincingly childlike in structure and situation, the book conveys a universal humor through an easy-to-read vocabulary.’ —H. Children's Choices for 1979 (IRA/CBC)

Arthur thinks his pen pal is more fun than his little sister. Little sisters don't do things like karate and wrestling -- or do they? It takes a surprise letter to show Arthur that sometimes there's more to sisters -- and pen pals -- than meets the eye!

Raccoon twins Arabella and Albert track down the robbers who stole Mrs. Turtle's eggs.

For use in schools and libraries only. Forgetful Silly Tilly Mole nearly succeeds in ruining her Thanksgiving dinner, but her animal friends come to the rescue with tasty treats.

Arthur, afraid of pulling his loose tooth, and his little sister, Violet, learn something about being brave in the seventh adventure about two favorite chimps.

Arthur decides to make Mother and Father special Christmas cookies as a present. But when the cookies are finally finished, they are hard as rocks! Can Arthur think of a way to turn this disaster into the best Christmas present ever?

‘An hilarious account of Arthur’s attempts to earn enough money to buy a T-shirt and cap, assisted by his sister Violet. Simple business concepts are ingeniously woven into the story. This marvelous book will capture the interest of eager learners and creative teachers.’ —YC. Children's Choices for 1982 (IRA/CBC) Children's Books of 1981 (Library of Congress)

Arthur and his sister Violet are selling all their old toys in a Tag Sale. Even Arthur's Honey Bear! But Arthur finds there's more than one way to say good-bye to an old friend.

One morning Silly Tilly Mole wakes up and smells jelly beans. She thinks sheforgot to remember Easter. She wants to ask the Easter Bunny in for a cup of tea, but where are her glasses and Easter bonnet? Tilly is so silly she forgets what she's looking for--and almost misses Easter!

Since he has no money to buy Christmas presents for his family, a chimp decides to bake cookies with the help of his sister and friends

Arthur and his friend unknowingly switch their lunchboxes; later Arthur finds out what surprise his sister had put into hers.

Born in the Christmas decorations in the summer, a mouse whose generosity saves the lives of all the mice in the attic but jeopardizes his own is granted his wish to see Christmas.