A young boy is sustained by his family as he endures the difficulties of being a slave, but when he finally gains his freedom, his joy is tempered by the death of President Lincoln.

Brief, humorous rhymes describe animals both ordinary and unusual, including a rooster, a javelina, and a python.

Follows the adventures of three bicyclists as they ride through the countryside.

The people, animals, and objects on the farm explain their relationship with the dirt, which is used and needed by all.

While helping her neighbor assist one of his cows in giving birth, Ramie hears a story of another birth helped by a young person interested in cows.

Introduces the history and culture of Mexico using the alphabet, including adobe, Diego Rivera, Lady of Guadalupe, lava, prickly pear, and skeleton.

"To be reunited with his brother, twelve-year-old Manuel will have to cross the border and survive the perilous journey from Mexico to Los Angeles"--Provided by publisher.

When jellyfish brothers Spencer and Vincent are separated during a big storm, it will take the help of many friends and all of their brotherly love to reunite them.

"Hands wave hello, hands hold, hands heal. Hands say, I am here for you always. In simple, stirring rhymes, author Tony Johnston pens a timeless ode to parenthood. The small moments and quiet scenes that make up childhood-- learning to clap, planting a garden, waving good-bye on the first day of school-- fill the pages of this gentle tale, capturing the reassurance and love that parents hand their children every day. Warm illustrations by Amy June...

When a crazy chicken wreaks havoc in the kitchen there is just one thing to do--prepare a nest so that she will settle down.