Most Popular Books by Virginia Lee BURTON

A little engine decides it could be much faster without pulling all the other cars, so it takes off by itself.

Although threatened by competition from modern shovels, Mike proves the worth of his trusty old steam shovel, Mary Anne.

This book, presented in a unique five-act format, condenses 4.6 billion years of Earth''s evolution into a grand theatrical performance--from the Big Bang, the birth of the oceans, the dominance of dinosaurs, the Ice Age... all the way to the emergence of human civilization. Burton uses poetic prose and exquisite woodblock illustrations to transform complex geological changes and species evolution into vivid stories that children can understand.

Inspire Young Minds Through Literature with This Engaging Curriculum Bring stories to life with this 300+ page curriculum featuring 18 hands-on, literature-based units designed to spark creativity, critical thinking, and cross-curricular connections. Each unit centers on a beloved picture book and includes activities that extend learning into: *Social Studies *Science *Art *Geography Perfect for classrooms, homeschool environments, or small group instruction, the lessons are low-prep, easy to implement, and thoughtfully organized. Each unit includes: *18 week-long, kid-loved units *Hands-on, book-inspired activities *Discussion prompts and extension ideas *QR codes linking to optional online supplemental materials Quick, Flexible Learning *Each lesson takes about 30 minutes, though timing may vary depending on the activity and the pace of the adult guiding the child. *Recommended supplemental materials use everyday supplies you likely already have at home. Explore the World Through Stories Daily geography tie-ins encourage students to locate and explore the countries or regions connected to each story using the included world maps and printed flags. These geography activities help children see where the story is set in relation to their own location while building cultural awareness and global understanding. Learn About U.S. National Symbols Students also explore eight key U.S. symbols, including: *The American Flag *The Pledge of Allegiance *The National Anthem *Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial *Bald Eagle *Liberty Bell *White House *Statue of Liberty Beloved Books, Meaningful Learning Featured titles include The Story About Ping, The Rag Coat, How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World, Cranberry Thanksgiving, Grandfather''s Journey, and Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening. Each lesson deepens comprehension while encouraging curiosity and a personal connection to the material. Whether teaching one child or a full classroom, this flexible, low-prep curriculum brings literature to life, integrates multiple subjects, and inspires a lasting love of reading and learning.

A country house is unhappy when the city, with all its buildings and traffic, grows up around her.

A collection of four books by Caldecott Medal winner Virginia Lee Burton which feature characters who become heroes through determination and the ability to adapt to change.

The story of an Irish steam-shovel artist and his old-fashioned steam-shovel, Mary Anne.