New Releases by SARAH ALBEE

Rumbly tummy, tumbly tummy! There are all different kinds of tummies on Sesame Street!

Zoe spends the day with her dad on "Take Your Little Monster To Work Day!" What exciting things does Zoe learn at her father''s office?

Grover, Big Bird and Elmo identify a variety of neighborhood heroes, from police and fire fighters to science teachers and helpful relatives.

Elmo''s bringing a present to Oscar in this silly story enhanced with audio narration by Bob McGrath from Sesame Street. But the mysterious wrapped gift has a curious effect—it''s making Elmo sneeze! And every time Elmo sneezes, something funny happens. The youngest readers will love following along as Elmo''s sneezes cause laundry to fall off a line and much more in this Early Step into Reading™ story This ebook includes Read & Listen audio narration.

For toddlers, mastering new skills is just a part of growing up, but sometimes they may find new challenges trying. That''s where Elmo, Big Bird, and their Sesame Street friends (including Grover, Zoe, Bert, Ernie, Rosita, and Telly) come in--to show toddlers that when you get stuck, it''s OK to ask for a helping hand. This Step 1 Step into Reading emphasizes core Sesame Street values of cooperation, friendship, and trying new things. The short rhyming text will prove popular with toddlers just beginning to read on their own.

Elmo''s bringing a present to Oscar. But the mysterious wrapped gift has a curious effect--it''s making Elmo sneeze! And every time Elmo sneezes, something funny happens. The youngest readers will love following along as Elmo''s sneezes cause laundry to fall off a line and much more in this Early Step into Reading™ story.

Individual Text

Born into slavery, Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth achieved freedom and historical importance during their lives. Dedicated to the welfare of their race and to the equality of all people, they earned their places in history through powerful words and deeds. What was life like for these slaves? How did they achieve greatness? Read these biographies to find out.

Where is the best place to live? For Evan it''s the city, with its diverse population and abundance of activities. Claudia prefers the country, where she lives side by side with nature. There''s no place like the suburbs for Nandini for enjoying a sense of community and lots of friends. Which person and place will get your vote? Read these essays to find out.

He was one of the greatest statesmen that ever lived. He was also the death target of family, friends, and foes alike. What made Julius Caesar the legend he was? What were the circumstances of Cleopatra''s life and alliance with Caesar? Why are people today still fascinated by Egypt''s last pharaoh? Read these biographies to find out.

Officer Grover and Safety Deputy Elmo share helpful tips about avoiding injuries, crossing the street, cleaning up spills, being careful in the kitchen and outdoors, and more.

Did lead pipes cause the fall of the Roman Empire? How many toilets were in the average Egyptian pyramid? How did a knight wearing fifty pounds of armor go to the bathroom? Was poor hygiene the last straw before the French Revolution? Did Thomas Crapper really invent the modern toilet? How do astronauts go in space? History finally comes out of the water-closet in this exploration of how people''s need to relieve themselves shaped human development from ancient times to the present. Throughout time, the most successful civilizations were the ones who realized that everyone poops, and they had better figure out how to get rid of it! From the world''s first flushing toilet invented by ancient Minoan plumbers to castle moats in the middle ages that used more than just water to repel enemies, Sarah Albee traces human civilization using one revolting yet fascinating theme. A blend of historical photos and humorous illustrations bring the answers to these questions and more to life, plus extra-gross sidebar information adds to the potty humor. This is bathroom reading kids, teachers, librarians, and parents won''t be able to put down!

When a hot-tempered dragon seizes the local bridge, the people of Berryville are cut off from their supply of beloved strawberries until they can correctly answer three questions related to weight. The grownups of the town are stumped, but one very smart little girl saves the day with some facts she learned in school.

The Sesame Street muppet pals demonstrate a variety of actions involving their tummies. On board pages.

"Originally published: Pleasantville, NY: Reader''s Digest Young Families, copyright 2006."

Introduces lions, describing their physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, hunting habits, and the threats to their continued survival which come from human beings.

Playful and friendly, dolphins are some of the most intelligent animals on Earth. Learn about these marine mammals, and how they use a special sense to navigate through dark waters.

Illustrations and rhyming text affirm the joy of being loved and being a friend, showing that, just as birds love to sing and kids love toys, Elmo loves little girls and boys.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of elephants.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of giraffes.

6 PACK, PART OF SCIENCE SOLVES IT! EN ESPANOL SET

Everybody’s favorite blue monster, Grover, gives readers his top ten rules of pet care. With a mix of seriousness and humor, Grover covers the basics, such as feeding, exercising, and grooming a family pet. With hilarious illustrations and appearances by all the Sesame Street characters, this book is nonstop fun!