Most Popular Books by Ruth Brown

Shortlisted for both the Picture Book and Early Exploration categories of the Teach Early Years Awards 2021 Nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2022 Age range 3 to 6 Ten little dogs, sitting in a line, One chased a butterfly And then there were.... nine Then 8, then 7 and so on. Continue the countdown fun until only one little dog remains. Will there be none? Turn the final page to find out. 'A treat for dog lovers of all ages, this.' -- Red Reading Hub 'A feast for the eyes...an extremely enjoyable and satisfying reading experience for both adult and child.' -- Books for Keeps 'I love this delightful counting picture book.' -- School Librarian 'Gorgeous illustrations and a rhyming narrative bring the bouncing dogs to life.' -- Book Activist

Too-Nice is sent by her sisters, Horrid and Very-Horrid, to fetch them one of the witch Baba Yaga's jewelled toads. But nothing is for nothing, and Baba Yaga sets her a number of seemingly impossible tasks: if she fails, she's done for. But deep in her pocket is a wise doll, a gift from her mother. With her advice, Too Nice returns to her sisters with a toad but the sisters don't get quite what they expected. .

Our cat Flossie leads a very remarkable life. She has many interests and hobbies, such as gardening, knitting, collecting butterflies and getting in boxes. Sometimes she is very helpful, and then sometimes she is not quite so useful. There are even a few things she really hates. But, like all cats, theres only one thing that she loves to do more than anything else!

Step back in time to experience the joys and challenges of school life with Ruth Alberta Brown's "Tabitha at Ivy Hall." This classic tale, focused on students in a boarding school setting, explores the bonds of friendship and the everyday experiences of young women coming of age. Delve into the world of Ivy Hall, where Tabitha navigates the complexities of school life and forms lasting connections with her peers. A treasured example of girls' stories from a bygone era, "Tabitha at Ivy Hall" offers a glimpse into the social dynamics and personal growth of young adults within the unique environment of a boarding school. This meticulously prepared print edition preserves the original charm and appeal of Brown's work, allowing readers to rediscover the timeless themes of camaraderie, self-discovery, and the enduring power of friendship found within the halls of Ivy Hall. 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 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. 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.

In this adaptation of the familiar nursery rhyme, Ladybug encounters a variety of animals while rushing home to her children.

A cruel ruler and his mad queen, collectors of stuffed beasts, exchange rare gifts which turn on them to exact a terrible but fitting revenge.

The gardener tells of the devoted dog who lingered near his master's grave from 1858 until his own death in 1872 and who won the affection of an entire town in Scotland.

2 Kinder entdecken bei einem Besuch in Schottland ein Erinnerungsschild an den treuen Terrier Bobby. Vom Friedhofsgärtner erfahren sie seine Geschichte.