Most Popular Books by Linda Ashman

A New York Times Notable Children''s Book for 2011 Samantha can''t wait to try out her new roller skates, but Mama''s too busy too help her. What''s a girl to do? Well, this girl isn''t waiting. While Mama tends to other things, Sammy straps on the skates. First she glides down the hallway. Then she tries the sidewalk. Next, she ventures a bit farther down the street. She''s doing great! But when she finds herself cresting Hawthorn Hill, it''s too late to stop-- Samantha is on a roll!

This spirited picture book reveals the true sources of bad behavior as it introduces Desmond, a sweet boy, who falls under the influence of the Naughtybugs, leading him to do some rather naughty things. Full color.

In the spirit of read-aloud family favorites like Guess How Much I Love You and I Love You Through and Through comes a fresh classic about the unique and eternal love between mother and child -- now available in our bestselling I Am a Big Sister and I Am a Big Brother format! Sun is rising, warm and bright. Mommy lifts me, holds me tight. We start our day with a kiss -- Then another, just like this. Now in an exciting reissued format, accompanying the publication of Daddy''s Hugs and Snuggles, discover a poignant, heartfelt ode to the special love between mother and child. From sharing an adventure at the market to a tender bedtime cuddle, Mommy''s Kisses and Cuddles celebrates the day-to-day joys of motherhood. With tender, rhyming text from Linda Ashman, sweet illustrations by Jane Massey, and featuring a diversity of families, this book is perfect for mommies everywhere -- who love and guide their little ones morning, noon, and night!

A celebration of fathers and their sons and daughters.

In the spirit of read-aloud family favorites like Guess How Much I Love You and I Love You Through and Through comes a fresh classic about the eternal love between father and child -- now available in our best-selling I Am a Big Sister and I Am a Big Brother format! Daddy wakes before I rise. Drinks his coffee. Rubs his eyes. Sees me standing on the stair. Picks me up. Smooths my hair. Now in an exciting reissued format, accompanying the publication of Mommy''s Kisses and Cuddles, discover a poignant, heartfelt ode to the special love between father and child. From sharing a quiet moment over the comics section at breakfast, to playing at bathtime before tucking into bed, Daddy''s Hugs and Snuggles celebrates the day-to-day joys of fatherhood. With tender, rhyming text from Linda Ashman, sweet illustrations by Jane Massey, and featuring a diversity of families, this book is perfect for daddies everywhere -- who love and guide their little ones morning, noon, and night!

"As each of the twelve days of Christmas pass, VERY unusual gifts from around the state pile up."--Back cover

A group of children learning soccer have a lot of questions and comments for their coach.

A little boy imagines that the everyday objects around him are fantastic creatures as he goes about his day.

"It''s moving day--and look who slipped in the door: an elephant! But when a little girl tries to tell her family about their unusual guest, the distracted grown-ups just say, "Ella WHO?""--Provided by publisher.

An ideal book for animal lovers, "No Dogs Allowed!" offers a satisfying message about acceptance in spite of differences. Full color.

"The classic song gets a fresh new twist! The fun begins when Grandma and Grandpa send invitations to their far-flung, modern, and multiracial family: Come to our house for the holidays--and bring your favorite pie! Off everyone goes, driving down snowy roads, riding the train, boarding a plane ... even sailing along in a hot-air balloon. As each family faces an obstacle that delays their trip, they learn that sometimes the most old-fashioned form of transportation works best . . . NEIGH!"--Publisher.

Just when William is ready to fall asleep in his cozy cabin, there is a tap on his window. A chilly chipmunk asks to stay, and Will scooches over in bed. "There''s room for two--I''m sure we''ll fit." The chipmunk is just the first in a parade of mammals, each bigger than the last, until the bed is full. Then a note is slipped beneath the door: "Do you have room for just one more?" William tugs the door to see who''s there . . . only to find a great big BEAR! Is there enough space to spare? Will the other animals be willing to share?

Impatiente d''essayer ses rollers flambant neufs, Clara n’écoute pas sa maman, trop occupée pour l''aider à apprendre, et joue les intrépides. Elle glisse d’abord dans le couloir de la maison, puis tente le trottoir et s’aventure dans la rue. Peu à peu, Clara se lance dans une course folle à travers la ville, provocant dans son sillage un véritable chaos mais il est trop tard pour s’arrêter ! Un album irrésistible et dynamique illustré au crayon et à l’aquarelle.

Plic, ploc... Il pleut. Un vieux grincheux peste contre la pluie. Chemin faisant, il croise un enfant qui sautille avec joie dans les flaques d''eau. Comment deux personnes peuvent-elles percevoir si différemment une même journée ? Que se passe-t-il lorsqu''elles se rencontrent ? Prenez votre parapluie, et venez le découvrir !