Mr. Wishing Went Fishing


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Originally published: New York: Wonder Books, 1952.




Mr. Wishing Went Fishing


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Discover a treasure trove of beautifully illustrated books with our new series, G&D Vintage! Featuring books from our Wonder Books line originally published in the 1940s, 50s, and 60s, there’s something for every reader in these timeless stories accompanied by classic illustrations. Mr. Wishing decides to go fishing for a pet fish and finds Skipper, a perfect companion. But Skipper needs a friend! Mr. Wishing goes on another rowboat jaunt, but all he manages to catch are a starfish and a crab, which are not the ideal fish bowl companions for Skipper. Finally, Mr. Wishing brings home another fish, Flipper, and Skipper is happy as can be!




Big Fish, Little Fish: A Book of Opposites (Bubble Guppies)


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Boys and girls ages 2 to 5 will love learning about opposites in this sturdy board book starring Nickelodeon’s Bubble Guppies.




The Fixit Man


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Discover a treasure trove of beautifully illustrated books with our new series, G+D Vintage! Featuring books from our Wonder Books line originally published in the 1940s, '50s, and '60s, there’s something for every reader in these timeless stories accompanied by classic illustrations. Jimmy Jinks loves to help people in his town by fixing broken sewing machines, old umbrellas, or dull lawn mowers. He’s the Fixit Man! When he decides to travel and help even more folks, he finds many more people in need of his services. He’s still traveling, so maybe you'll meet him someday!




A Fly Went by


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A fly is followed by a menagerie of characters in this humorous cumulative tale edited by Dr. Seuss. When a young boy sees a frantic fly buzzing past, he asks where the fly is headed—and with that, a chase begins. The fly and the frog, the cat and the dog, the pig and the cow, the fox and the hunter . . . who is causing all the fuss? A Fly Went By will have young readers buzzing with excitement! Originally created by Dr. Seuss, Beginner Books encourage children to read all by themselves, with simple words and illustrations that give clues to their meaning. "The writing is merry and the pictures are real fun. Recommended."--School Library Journal.




What Fish Don't Want You to Know


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Expert, field-tested advice for anglers at every level This comprehensive, entertaining, and foolproof guide covers everything novice and avid anglers need to know to catch freshwater fish--from bass and trout to salmon and walleye--and reveals the two basic ways to catch ALL fish. With numerous photographs and illustrations, easy-to-follow instructions, and a liberal dose of good humor, the author shares his 40 years of angling expertise, including how to: Read the waters and the weather Select the right baits and lures for particular fish and situations Know which gear is essential and which is merely desirable Get maximum results on a minimum budget Practice proper etiquette and ethics Turn a tough day into a great one with dozens of tricks and tips Laced with amusing anecdotes and commonsense, this book will unlock the secrets of fishing and teach anglers how to catch more fish.




The Bingity-Bangity School Bus


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When the adults want to junk Busby the school bus, he runs away and winds up in a field where the children convince the adults to upgrade rather than replace him.




Fly Fishing for Sea-Run Cutthroat


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Finding the perfect beach to fish and learning its secrets.




My ABC Book


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Learn the alphabet with the use of animals, toys, vehicles, and more.




Wish


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From award-winning author Barbara O'Connor comes a middle-grade novel about a girl who, with the help of the dog of her dreams, discovers the true meaning of family.