Most Popular Books by Sally Huss

Laura Sue wanted to be a princess with all her heart. However, she was not from a royal family; she was from an ordinary family, which included an ordinary brother. One day to her delight, her teacher announced to the students that they could be anything they wanted to be. This was music to Laura Sue''s ears, until she announced her desire in front of the class. Laughter dampened her spirits, as did the reality that her family members offered. However, a beautiful, golden angel came to her rescue and told her how to become an ordinary princess. She gave her the formula and it is one every child could follow should he or she wish to become an ordinary prince or princess. Over 30 charming and colorful illustrations dance along with the text.

Many children experience the loneliness created by military separation. The little girl in this story is such a child. She describes her struggle with sadness when her mother is deployed. But, her wise and thoughtful mother uses a string of pearls to tell her daughter how proud she is of her and how she can feel good even when her mother is away. How does she do it? You''ll have to read the book to find out.

The many ways a mother loves her child are conveyed by the author with her simple words and cheerful illustrations.

Patrick, a young leprechaun, liked the red of the beach ball in his basket of balls and the roses outside his window. He liked the blue of the sky and the boat he sailed in the bathtub. He liked oranges to eat and the orange of his schoolbooks. He liked purple grapes and purple snakes and purple fish. Yes, he liked all the colors of the rainbow, but most of all he loved YELLOW! This love causes him to follow the rainbow to its end in hopes of finding the pot of gold -- the finest yellow of all. But, what he found was far better than any gold! *Over 25 delightful illustrations.*Wonderful message for every child.*If you like the books of Dr. Seuss, Mo Willems, Sandra Boynton, the Berenstains, Suzy Spafford, Felicia Bond, Laura Numeroff, and P.D. Eastman, you will love THE LITTLE LEPRECHAUN WHO LOVED YELLOW!

Don''t eat your soup with a fork... Or a shovel... Or a rake. Use a spoon for goodness sake! Don''t drink your milk from a carton... Or a bucket... Or a thimble. Use a glass; it''s so simple! Don''t eat your salad with a spoon... Or a broom... Or a feather duster. Use a fork. It''s a must here! Of all the ways to eat, there is certainly a correct one. Eating food correctly is very smart, Particularly when it''s eaten with a grateful heart!

A tree longs to be a Christmas tree, but doesn''t look the part, and fears he will never be chosen. He lingers on a rubbish pile until two children come find him. Through the eyes of appreciation, the tree becomes a full-fledged, full-scented, magnificent Christmas tree. It is a wonderful Christmas after all, but most especially for the tree.

Who doesn''t need a hug? Every animal in this forest steps forward when a koala offers a free hug, but not just any hug, a hug each will never forget. A hippo, giraffe, brown bear, snake, badger, porcupine, and tiger all agree the koala''s efforts are worth it. There is still another who could use a hug. Who could that be?

What is Halloween without a pumpkin? It is just another day full of sweets. Without a pumpkin, the sweets are not real trick-or-treats. But, a pumpkin can make a Halloween night into a delight By brightening up its face with its own inner light. A pumpkin that sits on a table And watches and waits to see if anyone is able... To take a knife and whittle a grin To let the spirit of the pumpkin come out from within... Is a very lucky pumpkin! (But, what happens when the knife goes askew? Can the pumpkin''s smile be fixed? What to do? What to do?) This children''s picture book is part of the wonderful collection of children''s books by Sally Huss.

A very funny book about teeth and who needs them. From a rabbit to a dog to a cat to a cow to a horse, they all need teeth to eat the food they require to remain healthy and happy. Children are the same. \"If you didn''t have teeth, you wouldn''t have fun.You couldn''t eat an apple or a cinnamon bun.You couldn''t eat a sandwich made of cheddar cheese.You couldn''t eat green beans or peas.You couldn''t eat all the things that make you strong and bright.You couldn''t eat a snack in the middle of the night.You couldn''t eat a birthday cake on your special day.You''d be left with only ice cream, as they''d take the cake away.\"This is a delightful way to emphasize the importance of caring for one''s teeth, and not just to chew with, but to put on a happy face and smile with. * 25 whimsical illustrations full of color and charm* Great reminder for every childWho needs teeth? We all do!

\"Dancing keeps me on my toes,\" announces Allison Rose. She dances here and there and everywhere, even when people stop and stare. No problem for her, but she thinks how much more fun would it be if others were so free and would kick up their own heels? So, she introduces them to every dance she can think of - the waltz, the tango, the bunny hop, hip hop, line dancing, fine dancing, the can can, the polka and schottische. These are just a few, but she knows that if she can get them to pick up their feet they will discover a wonderful treat. What do you think they will do? You''ll have to read the book to find out.All in rhyme and with over 40 whimsical illustrations. If you like the books of Dr. Seuss, Mo Willems, Sandra Boynton, Suzy Spafford, Jane O''Connor, the Berenstains, Felicia Bond, Laura Numeroff, and P.D. Eastman, you will love ALLISON ROSE AND HER DANCING TOES.

Yes, everybody loves Valentines! From mothers to sisters, brothers, fathers and grandparents to friends to making new friends, Valentines are the perfect way to say you care. This book is filled with charming illustrations of Valentines in many forms. Its sweet message of love and friendship, all in rhyme, is appropriate for everyday as well as Valentine''s Day. Sample: Mothers love Valentines... Sisters too. Even a brother loves a Valentine When it comes from you. Dads like Valentines without much fluff. Grandmothers love Valentines. And whatever fluff there is, it''s never enough. What else is there to say About Valentines and Valentines Day? How about this?

Many children experience the loneliness created by military separation. The little boy in this story is such a child who describes his struggle with sadness when his father is deployed. But, he has a wise and creative father who knows how to turn his son''s unhappiness into an opportunity for growth, with the help of his favorite shirt. How does he do it? You''ll have to read the book to find out.

What little girl would not want a princess to visit her? That''s what kept happening to the little girl in this story. But it is what the princess told her that was most important, and the little girl took it to heart. All in rhyme and accompanied by over 35 delightfully colorful illustrations that dance along with the story.

Learning was everything to Mrs. Emerson. So when a new student was brought into her classroom, Mrs. Emerson was delighted because she learned that this young man knew something that everyone needed to know. She said that Jack was just like everyone else, except for one thing - he had food allergies. \"Would you like to explain that to us, Jack?\" A bit hesitant, Jack began telling his classmates what it was like to have food allergies, what the dangers were, and what he had to do to protect himself, or even save himself if he had an allergic reaction. The students listened attentively and then applauded him when their teacher praised his courage. \"Jack has faced a difficult situation and handled it. He is an example of someone who has tremendous self-discipline. Anyone who has that can do anything \" Jack left school that day with a new spring in his step and a classroom full of new friends.

Like many children who have food allergies, Melissa felt limited and anxious when it came to everyday activities and especially when it came to trying something new. Her excuse for not participating was always, \"I have food allergies!\" It wasn''t until she realized that she was not the only one with a disability that she dared to expand her experiences. Not only did her world become wider and richer, her future was now unlimited. By monitoring what she ate, she found that she could be anything and do anything. She could Dream Big. No more sitting on the sidelines!

By observing the techniques and abilities of an extraordinary Blue Heeler named Gracie, certain aspects of the game of tennis, normally considered complex, are made easy and doable. Anyone who plays tennis will appreciate seeing a tennis ball through the eyes of champion - one who knows how to focus, concentrate, create intensity, overcome impatience, stay positive, and remain joyful regardless of the score. The champion, of course, is Gracie, who never once gives herself a second thought.

All in rhyme, this tongue-twisting delight is about a naughty group of gnomes who will do anything to win a game, even if they all become lame. What a mess! Will they learn the silliness of fighting... or not?

Like many children in military families, the boy in this story misses his pilot mother when she is deployed for duty. But, she is a wise and resourceful mom who knows how to heal his lonely heart. In doing so, she gives him the key to helping other children of military parents. What did she tell him? You''ll have to read the book to find out.All in rhyme, with happy and colorful illustrations, this story brings a smile to any child who reads it.

What is needed for the witch in this story to become a generous and happy person? Just one child -- as long as the child shows some spirit, or spunk as the story puts it. If a skunk can show spunk, so can anyone. This book show that Halloween can also be imbued with a bit of Kindness.