The Caboose who Got Loose


Book Description

Tired of being last on the smoky, noisy train, Katy wishes for some way to escape the endless track.




Smokey


Book Description

For use in schools and libraries only. Colorful illustrations accompany a humorous tale of a little steam engine who finds a new life for himself teaching youngsters their letters




The Little Red Caboose


Book Description

Presents the classic story of a little red caboose who saved the train one day when it didn't have enough steam to climb the high mountain.




Big Bad Bruce


Book Description

Bruce, a bear bully, never picks on anyone his own size until he is diminished in more ways than one by a small but very independent witch. "Another animal fantasy that children will enjoy again and again".--Booklist.




Chester the Worldly Pig


Book Description

A disgruntled pig sets his sights on being more than something to eat.




The Gnats of Knotty Pine


Book Description

The smallest creatures of Knotty Pine Forest avert the horrors of the hunting season in a very "sportsgnatlike" way.




Moose, Goose, and Mouse


Book Description

A roving, rhyming tale about three friends in search of the perfect new home. Giggles guaranteed! Moose, Goose, and Mouse need a new house, so they set off in search of one. But when their caboose comes loose, they're off on a wild adventure—with a perfect surprise waiting at the end. The rollicking story is a delight to read aloud, paired with boldly-colored, expressive illustrations. This zany friendship tale is sure to be a favorite. Author Mordicai Gerstein, Caldecott medalist, was a four-time New York Times best illustrated book winner. Moose, Goose, and Mouse is the culmination of the humor, wit, and joy that he brought to all of his books. A heartfelt letter from Jeff Mack, who worked with Gerstein to finish the art, celebrates the legacy of this talented artist. With fun rhymes, wordplay, and alliteration, Moose, Goose, and Mouse promotes foundational skills for young readers. Officially leveled using the Fountas & Pinnell Text Level Gradient™ Leveling System, Moose Goose, and Mouse is a Level I book, perfect for late first-grade readers. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection




Cock-A-Doodle Dudley


Book Description

Dudley the rooster's ability to make the sun rise with his crowing is questioned by a spiteful goose, whose malice almost destroys the popular rooster.




The Loose Caboose and Other Math Mysteries


Book Description

Kids love mysteries. They enjoy uncovering clues and piecing the clues together to find the solution. This book uses this interest in sleuthing to develop math skills. In each lesson, students are presented with a mystery to solve. By doing math and logic problems, they find clues that allow them to solve the mystery. With each math mystery students play the roles of mathematicians as well as detectives. Each of the 13 mysteries presents a motivating opportunity to review and apply essential math processes.




Farewell to Shady Glade


Book Description

Forced to leave their old home, 16 animals decide to take a train ride to search for a new one.