Best Selling Books by Lois Lenski

Easter is coming! The farmyard animals are planning a surprise for Ann Eliza, the little girl who takes care of them. Everyone contributes—Little Brown Hen lays the eggs, the chicks and goslings gather flowers, and White Rabbit and his family paint the eggs. Easter morning, the animals have a parade and give Ann Eliza her very own Easter basket . . . a very happy Easter, indeed!

"A Merry-Go-Round of Modern Tales" is an enchanting collection of stories that breathes life into the everyday objects of the early 20th century. Written by Caroline Dwight Emerson and featuring the delightful illustrations of Lois Lenski, this work transforms the mundane into the extraordinary. From the clatter of a typewriter to the rhythmic pulse of a steam engine, each tale explores the secret lives and adventures of modern inventions, offering a whimsical perspective on the machinery and gadgets that defined a new era. This collection stands as a charming example of imaginative children''s literature, blending the tradition of the fable with the mechanical wonders of its time. The stories are crafted with a sense of wonder and humor, making them as engaging for the modern reader as they were upon their debut. By personifying the tools of daily life, Emerson creates a world where everything has a story to tell, encouraging young readers to look at their surroundings with fresh eyes and curiosity. With its historical significance as a bridge between classic storytelling and the dawning technological age, "A Merry-Go-Round of Modern Tales" remains a valuable piece of literary history. It captures the spirit of innovation and the timeless joy of discovery, presented through a series of rhythmic, engaging narratives that celebrate the magic found in the most unexpected places. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Mr. Small teaches children about some common forms of transportation as he drives in his automobile, goes sailing in his boat, and flies his airplane out of the Tinytown Airport

Debbie discovers she didn''t have to have a pet show to determine which of her many pets were the best.

Cowboy Small takes good care of his horse, rides the range, helps in the roundup, and rides a bucking bronco.

Debbie plays with her dolls; her brother and sister hide them; Debbie finds them hidden in the laundry pail.

Mr. and Mrs. Little and their two children live in a little house with a cat, a dog, a garden, chickens, and a car that takes them on picnics.

Brief verses relate the games and other activities enjoyed by three-year-old Debbie.