Helen Plum Library

"Simple words accompany descriptive illustrations in this read-alone book."--Publisher

Each spread in this primer focuses on 8 to 12 words related to dinosaurs-from Microraptor to Spinosaurus, Jurassic to Cretaceous, spines to frill to horns and more! Chris Ferrie's latest offering is the perfect way to introduce basic concepts to even the youngest dino enthusiast. After all, it's never too early to become a dinosaur buff!

Word Bird puts words about Halloween in his word house, introducing such words as 'witches,' 'costumes,' and 'masks.' Catch everyone's favorite little bird with a colorful, modern look! These updated versions of Jane Belk Moncure's popular beginner books from the 1980s reflect current educational standards as well as social and cultural changes. The clear, clean typeface and dynamic illustrations encourage today's kids to try their wings in fun, learn-to-read...

Go on a tour of Daniel's favorite places and see the words and pictures that go with them

This super-sturdy casebound board book introduces babies and toddlers ages zero to three to 100 essential first words and to the artwork of Richard Scarry! Illustrated with images of everyday items from Richard Scarry's most-popular Busytown books, there's something fun to find on every page! Perfect for learning and for play--and also a great way to introduce young children to the friendly characters in Richard Scarry's Busytown!

Discover words to surprise, delight, and enamor. Learn terms for the sunlight that filters through the leaves of trees, for dancing awkwardly but with relish, and for the look shared by two people who each wish the other would speak first

A young girl who uses fancy words and considers herself practically a poison ivy expert learns a valuable (and itchy) lesson about the plant after picking a bouquet of wildflowers in her backyard

"Shares the story of friends at a girl's birthday party. Readers will follow the children as they eat cake, play with toys, and open presents. This story helps readers learn the words a, at, and party. Bright pictures provide visual cues to help the reader. Additional features include a word list, an introduction to the author, and a letter to caregivers and educators"--Provided by publisher

"What do 'I Scream!' and 'Ice Cream!' have in common? Nothing--besides the fact that they sound the same! The ever-surprising Amy Krouse Rosenthal unleashes her prolific wit in this silly and smart book of wordplay. Perfectly complemented by equally clever illustrations from the talented and internationally renowned Serge Bloch, this mind-bending book will have young readers thinking about words in an entirely new way!"--Provided by publisher