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ORPHAN, CLOCK KEEPER, AND THIEF, twelve-year-old Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris train station, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity. But when his world suddenly interlocks with an eccentric girl and the owner of a small toy booth in the train station, Hugoâ s undercover life, and his most precious secret, are put in jeopardy. A cryptic drawing, a treasured notebook, a stolen key, a mechanical man, and a hidden message all come together... in «The Invention of Hugo Cabret».

Mischievous reindeer Twinklestar has bolted — leaving real-life Santa Claus Niklas to fall from the sky in his Christmas caravan. Luckily, he crash-lands in a friendly neighbourhood, where two children come to his rescue. But he's still in terrible danger. For on his trail are Gerold Goblynch and his bad Santas from Yule Land, who will stop at nothing to steal Christmas. This book presents a big-hearted story of two children's adventures to save the last real Santa on earth.

Explore phonics with Dora, Boots, and their friends! This bind-up includes six phonics stories featuring six different sounds.

- Fans of Venezia's highly praised artist biography series will be drawn to this new series. — Author presents the lives of U.S. presidents in an entirely fresh way with his unique format — a blend of casual prose, historical reproductions, and amusing original illustrations. — Special sales potential in historical museums and in schools to celebrate Presidents' Day.

Ideal for boys and girls, these classic guides explain how to do everything and anything better than the rest, from fighting off a crocodile to reading someones mind.

How to do almost anything in one handy little book! Want to be known for your unique style? Inside you'll learn how to design your own clothes (p. 35), do the perfect manicure (p. 82), or make your own lip gloss (p. 11). Feel like impressing your friends? Show them how you can make a crystal (p. 16), juggle one-handed (p. 33), or deal with a bully (p. 42). Bored and need something to do? Not anymore when you find out how to keep a secret diary (p. 88), make a scrapbook (p. 9), or put together a dance routine (p. 24). And tons of other neat-o things you need to know how to do!

For more than 75 years «The Real Mother Goose» has been delighting thousands of boys and girls, and the magic is as strong as ever. All the familiar verses are here, exactly as they have been repeated from generation to generation.

Santa Claus needs help in his workshop, so he advertises for applicants. But the mermaids get the toys wet and the wizards turn Santa into a frog. Just when things look desperate, the elves arrive to save the day, in this humorous peek behind the scenes at the North Pole.

- Fans of Venezia's highly praised artist biography series will be drawn to this new series. — Author presents the lives of U.S. presidents in an entirely fresh way with his unique format — a blend of casual prose, historical reproductions, and amusing original illustrations. — Special sales potential in historical museums and in schools to celebrate Presidents' Day.

- One of few series that covers a broad range of major events throughout U.S. history — Primary source quotes are included — Includes expanded subject coverage, subheadings, informative sidebars, glossary terms, timelines, and additional resources, as well as an attractive new design and dramatic photographs — Core — curriculum subjects.

Are you ready for some animal magic? Oliver is! He waves his magic wand and... Abracadabra! His Animal Soup comes to life! Watch out for crocodiles, hippos, elephants and whales in this spectacular soupy adventure!

An irresistible read-aloud romp. Hippo doesn't want to be a hippo. She'd rather be an eagle or a buffa-luffa-lo. That's until she meets a scary crocodile and discovers that hippos are brave and kind too. Catchy rhymes and funny, lyrical prose make this a joy to read aloud, while the fabulous, lush illustrations brim with details for children to find. Happy I'm a Hippo is destined to become an essential storytime favourite.

The nasty bits at your fingertips! Discover the truth behind the pointy hats and black cats, and other idiotic ideas about witchcraft, and brace yourself for foul facts about the evil executions the poor people suffered. Want to know: which magic word was used to zap zits? Why people were paid to prick a witch? The terrible torture inflicted by a turca? Everything you need to know about Witches — all the gore and more!

Perfect accent for any bulletin board. Can also be used as name tags, notes, rewards and much more. Coordinates with many of our Charts, Banners, Borders with Corners, Name Plates, and Bulletin Boards. Plastic-coated for durability and color-fastness.

Give students the skill-building practice they need in reading, writing, math, and more with these engaging, full-color workbooks. Easy-to-follow directions and fun exercises motivate students to work on their own.

Give students the skill-building practice they need in reading, writing, math, and more with these engaging, full-color workbooks. Easy-to-follow directions and fun exercises motivate students to work on their own.

These full-color, illustrated books with audio CDs include lively original songs that encourage active listening. The toe-tapping tunes and fun lyrics also help young children build oral language and early literacy skills! Includes song sheets and easy, learning-filled activites.

When Ellie and her friends go camping, they have no idea they're leaving their old lives behind forever. Despite a less-than-tragic food shortage and a secret crush or two, everything goes as planned. But a week later, they return home to find their houses empty and their pets starving. Something has gone wrong — horribly wrong. Before long, they realize the country has been invaded, and the entire town has been captured — including their families and all their friends. Ellie and the other survivors face an impossible decision: They can flee for the mountains or surrender. Or they can fight.

- Pronunciation guides to less familiar words. — Includes chart that explains the game of dreidel. — Holiday books are always in demand in schools and libraries, but the controlled vocabulary of Rookie Books make them especially marketable. — Excellent resource for classroom unit on holidays. — Text has fewer than 400 words. — Word list. Curriculum Standards: Grades K-4 Social Studies Standards Culture: I — People, societies, and cultures address needs and concerns in ways that are both similar and different — Language, folktales, music, and art serve as expressions of culture — Cultural unity and diversity can be identified within and across groups Time, Continuity, and Change: II — Accounts of past events, people, places, and situations contribute to our understanding of the past Global Connections: IX — Explore ways in which language, the arts, beliefs, etc. facilitate global understanding or lead to misunderstanding.

Dinosaur colors start with red: A red fire truck stuck under the bed, A purple towel left on the floor, A green sign taped to the closet door, The third board book by the bestselling, award-winning duo Jane Yolen and Mark Teague focuses on one of the most fun concepts learned in childhood: colors. Packed with vibrant illustrations of dinosaurs drawing, painting, and playing, this book will captivate and inspire children as they learn their colors.

These four beginning Clifford readers, bound in a 6 x 9 paper-over-board format, feature the funny adventures of everyone's favorite big red dog — Clifford! This bind-up includes: Clifford the Small Red Puppy Clifford the Big Red Dog Clifford 's Birthday Party Clifford Goes to Hollywood.

When Desmond and Clayton, two mice, finally learn to cooperate, they create a wonderful valentine for their teacher, in a companion title to The Biggest Pumpkin Ever.

26 BIG shape cards for presenting the important decoding skill of beginning blend and digraph sounds!

Teach a child letter sounds with Bob Books Set 1! With four letters in the first story, children can read a whole book. Consistent new sounds are added gradually, until young readers have read books with all letters of the alphabet (except Q). Short vowels and three-letter words in simple sentences make Bob Books Set 1 a fun confidence builder. With little books, come big success.