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D. J. Steinberg's heartfelt, relatable, and silly poems bring to life the highlights of second grade - reading those big-kid books, trying out for the school play, and even dance breaks to wiggle "arms and legs and kaboodles...like a big bunch of second-grade noodles!" Covering an entire school year of holidays, memorable moments, and important life lessons, this is perfect for soon-to-be second-graders!

First grade - it's the big time! After all, it's a real, honest-to-goodness grade. In verses that are both funny and full of heart, D. J. Steinberg celebrates big and small moments, ones that all young "scholars" will relate to - baby teeth that won't fall out, choosing the perfect library book, celebrating Pajama Day, and wrangling with the mysteries of spelling. From the first day of school to the last, this engaging anthology is essential listening for all soon-to-be first-graders.

From saying good-bye to parents on the very first day of school to watching butterflies hatch in spring, D. J. Steinberg celebrates all the landmark moments of preschool. Because the year is full of so many firsts, this collection of funny, joyful poems is a must-have for all small scholars in the making.

"I have something new to talk about...tonight I will be going out," Mama gently tells Llama Llama. At first, Llama feels okay with this. After all, Mama has gone out before and Gram and Grandpa have stayed with him. But this time they can't. Someone new is coming over, and the more he thinks about it, the more he worries! He knows he will be miserable...and then the doorbell rings. It's Molly from the ice cream store. What is she doing here? And she has ice cream! Maybe having a new babysitter isn't nearly as bad as he thought!

Stella and Luna know that their mama, Elsie, came from the Philippines when she was a child, but they don't know much else. So one night, they ask her to tell them her story. As they get ready for bed, their mama spins two tales: that of her youth as a strong-willed middle child and immigrant; and that of the young life of Mayari, the mythical daughter of a god. Both are tales of sisterhood and motherhood, and of the difficult experience of trying to fit into a new culture, and having to fight for a home and acceptance.

Llama Llama's tooth is wiggling! Is it time for his first tooth to come out? He's excited, but anxious. Who is this tooth fairy everyone talks about? Mama Llama reassures him; the tooth will come out when it's good and ready. But no one is ready for what happens next.... Suddenly, the tooth is GONE! Where did it go? And will the tooth fairy come at all, now? Anna Dewdney's fun rhyme is full of humor and comfort, and of course, a very happy ending.

Tally McNally is an alley cat who loves to tally! He keeps track of all sorts of contests - who wins the most races, who is the tallest, who can climb the most trees, and more. When the results are counted up, Tally is always the winner. One rainy day, Tally competes to become the “wettest cat”. But he goes too far and gets into a jam. Will his friends - who lose to him tally after tally - find a way to save him?

When you're at school be on the look out for anyone who looks upset. Try to be kind and you just might find a friend that you haven't yet met!

Ready, set, boo! It’s Halloween night, and there is one house on the block that offers more than just tricks or treats. If you stop by, you might be greeted by two of the friendliest ghosts you could ever meet, and they are dying for someone to stay and play a game with them. Meet Peek and Boo, two lovable characters who invite you into their home for some "not too scary" Halloween fun. But beware, there are many surprising things to see and do inside. If you are brave enough to stay and play, you might meet a lot of others here too.

Lucy the Wintertime Bunny is about having fun in the winter and decorating for the holidays. (No specific holidays are mentioned) Hidden images add an interactive element that will keep your child focused on the experience.

Bethany Blair and the Bugs in Her Hair is a story about a girl who doesn't quite fit in. She loves lying out in nature and is welcoming to the little bugs that are drawn to her curly locks. These little bugs are beautiful to her, and she truly enjoys their company. But her bugs are not so popular in her classroom, and once the children find out about them, Bethany becomes an outcast.

Perry Q. Pumpinog is a chapter poem about a little, blue-blood monster on his quest to show he's fit to be the crown prince of West Bryding. King Quincy challenges his eldest to find three objects: a sea horn, a sky stone, and a foreigner’s crown. While the first two aren’t exactly easy, the third makes Perry's two teeth itch as he imagines all the messy situations he might get into trying to take the crown off someone else's head.

Come experience the non-stop excitement of having to keep up with your energy-filled grandpa while he’s in town visiting you on vacation. He’s going to make each day the best day you have ever had. There’s not a minute to waste, because you are about to pack an entire summer of fun into a week. There’s no way of knowing just what all can happen when grandpa gets going.

Once again the Old Gray Goose delivers a collection of funny, heartwarming tales perfected over six decades of campfires and thousands of enthusiastic young campers as part of his amazing lifelong work with the YMCA. Here is the definitive collection of down-home songs and stories for children of all ages, affectionately told by a compassionate man who genuinely cares about young people.

Ocean Child is a magical tale of one girl's adventure at sea. She runs away from a troubled home, dresses as a boy, and stows away on a ship. She is finally fulfilling her dream of sailing the ocean, but she has no idea what lies in store for her! She is discovered by the ship's captain and crew, who are actually good, decent men, and the ship sets sail. Finding that she has stowed away on a "Questing Ship", she then has an encounter with dolphins that changes her life.

Imagine an unpleasant young lady spewing nastiness everywhere she goes. Now, imagine that the very words she's using get fed up and want to exact some delicious revenge! For anyone who loves and appreciates the power of words, this story is a must-listen.

Making story listening fun with short rhyming stories. Get with the rhythm - children will love them!

A fox's quest to search for food, turns out to be a life-changing lesson in how to be good. Follow the mischievous Fox in his journey and enjoy reading about his many encounters with his virtuous neighbors that do not only speak, but love to rhyme. Playful storytelling that rhymes all the way, musical dialogues, entertaining situations, and moral lessons to be learned from every chapter are all guaranteed to make you come back again and again. An instant classic!

Finalmente el cumpleaños de Sofía había llegado. A partir de hoy su deseo ya no sería negado. Era lo único en el mundo que podía desear. Ella bailaba y giraba cuando soñaba con cantar... A medida que su octavo cumpleaños se acercaba, podrá visitar la Gran Roca de las Hadas, como Sofía lo planeaba.

Barton the very hairy buffalo has so much hair, he doesn't need to carry a suitcase or push a shopping cart: he carries a multitude of wonderful treasures tucked into his fur! When Barton decides the time has come for a change (that means a very big haircut), he suddenly sees how he can help his friends by helping himself. The lesson Barton shares is an oldie but a goodie: it truly is better to give than to receive (though receiving is quite nice, too).