Axel Scheffler

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This informative and accessible guide for young readers defines the coronavirus, explains why everyday routines have been disrupted, and lays out how everyone can do their part to help. With child-appropriate answers and explanations, the book addresses key questions, like: How do

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After a fun-filled day of collecting shells and digging in the sand at the beach, things get complicated by the arrival of a new friend who tests the bond between Pip and Posy.

An illustrated collection of more than one hundred nursery rhymes, interspersed with vignettes about Mother Goose and her three young goslings, Boo, Lucy, and Small.

A witch finds room on her broom for all the animals that ask for a ride, and they repay her kindness by rescuing her from a dragon.

A clever mouse uses the threat of a terrifying creature to keep from being eaten by a fox, an owl, and a snake--only to have to outwit that creature as well.

The Smeds (who are red) never mix with the Smoos (who are blue). So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love, their families strongly disapprove. But peace is restored and love conquers all in this happiest of love stories. There's even a gorgeous purple baby to celebrate!

A collection of T. S. Eliot's poems which concern cats including "Mr. Mistoffelees," and "Skimbleshanks: The Railway Cat."

George the giant, known for wearing his old patched clothes, finally buys new ones, but then gives them away to some needy animals.

Fred the street musician and his cat are "purr-fectly" happy, singing together all day long, until Fred gives chase to a thief and the two become separated.

From dragon's flesh, jellied gnats, earwigs cooked in slime, the foods of Roald Dahl stories are full of magic and wonder. From Willy Wonka's scrumptious candy to Matilda's chocolate cake, Roald Dahl has been creating mouth-watering food in his books for decades. Now there is a brand-new cookbook featuring fifty recipes, all referenced in the beloved works of Dahl -- from James and the Giant Peach to The Twits. Adults and children alike will delight...