Picture Books
They called her "Minty."
When she grew up, she became Harriet Tubman, the courageous and heroic woman who helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom through the Underground Railroad. But she was just a little girl for a while—and this is her story. Minty, short for Araminta, was a feisty and headstrong young slave, whose rebellious spirit often got her into trouble. She told stories to her doll, released animals from traps, and, above all, dreamed of running away. And when her father began to teach her the skills necessary for escape, she listened carefully, and learned. . . .
*"Rich with melodrama, suspense, pathos, and, of course, a powerful vision of freedom. This exquisitely crafted book resonates well beyond its few pages."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Winner of the Coretta Scott King Award
An ALA Notable Book
1st edition; like new
1st ed 1970; dust jacket in protective cover; very light wear to top of dj; illustrated boards; binding tight; text clean. VG/VG
Billy has a bear called Griz. A Grizzly Bear. And the two friends have all kinds of wonderful adventures together. They go exploring, play hide and seek, eat peanut butter and honey sandwiches, share secrets and tell jokes. Griz is the best friend a boy could possibly have - whether he's a Grizzly Bear or a teddy bear... This is a stunning debut picture book about a boy and his bear, in which the short text and tactile, large scale paintings bring Griz and Billy magically to life.
Mya, Mya, Mya is a fun book about an adventurous toddler that crawls out of a baby gate that is left open accidentally. This book tells of all of the things she gets into while her brother watches in disbelief. There is an emphasis on ways to keep your baby safe around the house. There is also a listing of items you can have at home to keep a toddler safe.
Mya, Mya, Mya is a fun book about an adventurous toddler that gets out of the baby gate after it is accidentally left open. Her brother watches in disbelief as she gets into so many things. This book highlights different things you can do to baby proof your home. There is also a list at the end of the book of items you can purchase to make your home as safe as possible.
From Caldecott Medalist Arnold Lobel (1933-1987) comes another brand-new collection of rhyming stories-this time featuring a unique assortment of owls and pigs. Discovered by his daughter, Adrianne Lobel, Odd Owls and Stout Pigs: A Book of Nonsense is full of the same humor and wit that is found in Lobel's beloved Frog and Toad stories. This new collection will tickle kids once more and create another generation of Arnold Lobel devotees.
Ages: 4 - 7
