Three-Ring Rascals, Book 1: The Show Must Go On!
When Sir Sidney, a kindly old circus owner, becomes too tired to travel with his show, he places a Help Wanted ad in the newspaper. Enter Barnabas Brambles:
The classic fantasy trilogy of Elmer Elevator and the flying baby dragon has delighted children and their parents for generations. Now, on the occasion of their fiftieth anniversary, Random House is proud to bring the three timeless tales together in one beautiful commemorative edition, complete with the original delightful illustrations. A Newbery Honor Book and an ALA Notable Book, My Father's Dragon is followed by Elmer and the Dragon ('rich, humorous, and thoroughly satisfying'*) and The Dragons of Blueland ('ingenious and plausible, the fantasy well-sustained'*). Each story stands alone, but read in succession, they are an unforgettable experience.*Library Journal, starred review
Each of the three seeds in this story?a cherry seed in the Middle East, an acacia seed in Australia, a lotus seed in Asia?survives a difficult journey through flood, fire, or drought, then sprouts (in the case of the lotus seed, a hundred years later) and flourishes. To author Stephie Morton, nature's powerful forces are a metaphor for the hardships faced by displaced children. Kids, like seeds, thrive when given a chance.
Enjoy this fantastic edition of The Three Little Pigs, read by the brilliant comedian, writer and actor Rik Mayall. Adapted by the renowned producer Mike Bennett, this delightful retelling of a classic tale will have you captivated from start to finish.
The late, great Richard "Rik" Mayall was a pioneer of alternative comedy in the '80s, who formed a famous comedy partnership with Ade Edmondson, and featured in numerous cult classic sitcoms, including The Young Ones, Bottom, Blackadder, and Guest House Paradiso, among others. On 9th June 2014, at the age of 56, a massive blow was dealt to the world of comedy, as Rik passed away.
The three little pigs each set out to build a house. The first two build less than sturdy houses and the big bad wolf blows the house down. The third little pig builds a very sturdy house and the wolf cannot blow it down. The wolf tries coming down the chimney but the third little pig is waiting with a pot of boiling water. The wolf gets a surprise and runs away.
A remarkable collaboration - that brings together giants of the picture book world - to create a funny, anarchic and utterly delightful picture book. A classic of the future.
Beep! Beep! The three little monkeys are back in an irresistible new story!
Hilda Snibbs is taking her three mischievous monkeys to visit her mother in the country. But what is supposed to be a calm and peaceful holiday is soon filled with chaos and hilarious havoc!
Quentin Blake's delightfully funny story is brought to life by Emma Chichester Clark's beautiful mixed-media illustration in this landmark follow up to Three Little Monkeys.
A funny, anarchic and utterly delightful picture book. A classic of the future.
Hilda Snibbs takes her three mischievous little monkeys to stay with her Uncle Gilbert for Christmas. Among many amazing things, Uncle Gilbert’s prized possession is an ancient golden teapot, so the little monkeys must be very good. But what is supposed to be a traditional holiday is soon filled with chaos! Hilda begins to regret bringing the three little monkeys with her – until, one night, their antics come in very handy . . .
A remarkable collaboration - that brings together giants of the picture book world - to create a funny, anarchic and utterly delightful picture book. A classic of the future.
Hilariously read by Olivia Colman.
Hilda Snibbs had three little monkeys. Their names were Tim and Sam and Lulu. They were very lively...
Jazbury, Yowler and Fluffy are three brave and curious kittens craving adventure. Join them as they accidentally venture into the woods and courageously face off against dogs, rats and strange people. - Summary by Mary Kay
Beatrix the beaver longs to be good at something.
Her brother Bevan is an expert at repairing the
lodge with mud and twigs. Her sister Beverly is a
superb swimmer and underwater gymnast. What
makes Beatrix stand out? One day, she runs away
by swimming up the creek and finds yummy plants
to eat and trees to gnaw. When her siblings set
off to find her, all Three Little Beavers wind up
trapped! It takes some simple engineering on the
part of the humans who set the traps, and Beatrix's
discovery of her special talents, for the people and
beavers to finally find a way to live in harmony.
Article about Thomas Jefferson's interest in mammoth fossils. Includes details about how William Clark collected fossils to send to the White House "Mammoth Room" for study.
