After the death of her mother and father, Adelita is badly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters until she finds her own true love at a grand fiesta.

When he learns that his mother is going to have a baby, Tommy is very excited and hopes that the baby will be a sister.

"When the first big snow of winter hits, Sandy wants to play outside--but Andy isn't so sure. Sandy drags Andy along to make a snowman, go sledding, and make snow angels. Will Andy discover that snow can be fun--despite being wet and cold?"--

Mister Frog is usually asleep at Christmas time, but this year his good friends make sure that he has a wonderful holiday. Mister Frog has slept through Christmas every year, and every year he has listened to his three friends talk about how wonderful it is. This year, Mister Frog is determined not to miss it -- but oh, if he could just take one small nap.... Join world-renowned children's author and illustrator Tomie dePaola as he celebrates the...

While observing the busy world around them, two children and their grandfather take a moment to appreciate being quiet and still.

A collection of familiar nursery rhymes, including "Baa, Baa, Black Sheep," "The Three Little Kittens," and "Wee Willie Winkie."

Three stories featuring the Kitten Kids sleeping at their grandparents' house, riding bikes, and playing with a bully.

On the morning of the first Christmas, the colorful birds of Bethlehem gather to talk about the exciting events they have witnessed, from the long line of people approaching the town to the stable where a newborn baby lies.

Discusses the composition of quicksand and rescue procedures.

"A treasury of six previously published stories about Strega Nona, the 'grandmother witch,' and her sidekick, the bumbling Big Anthony, plus new material including introductions, a map, recipes, and an original lullaby (with sheet music and a CD)"--