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Tomie dePaola
A treasury of six previously published stories about Strega Nona, the ‘grandmother witch,’ and her sidekick, the bumbling Big Anthony, plus new material including introductions, a map, recipes, and an…
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Includes instructions for making quicksand.
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Meet William Everett Crocodile, who spells his name Bill . Meet Pete, Bill’s best bird friend and trusty toothbrush . Together, they foil a crocodile-hunting Bad Guy, making life safer…
A knight who’s never fought a dragon and an equally inexperienced dragon prepare to meet each other in battle.
Bill the crocodile and his toothbrush, Pete the plover, set out to save Bill’s cousin, who’s been captured along with other endangered animals and taken from Egypt to the Bad…
From best-selling author and illustrator, Tomie dePaola, comes this folktale of a determined and self-reliant troll learning the importance of being true to yourself.
In this picutre book drawn from his own childhood experiences, dePaola delivers this warm yet hilarious story about young Tommy, who gets a part in the play Peter Rabbit being…
Bossy Moffie and her quiet twin brother Morgie both enjoy starting school, especially getting gold stars and making new friends.
It’s a new school year, and Bill and Pete are back in a new adventure. Their teacher, Ms. Ibis, is taking all the little crocodiles (and their toothbrushes) on a…
From best-selling author and illustrator, Tomie dePaola, comes this reissued adapted Italian folktale of how a town was saved by their beloved giant statue.
In the final completed book written by beloved and award-winning creator Tomie dePaola, Tomie tells the emotional and deeply personal story about overcoming his grief after the loss of his…
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Jane Yolen
A family of giants band together to build an enormous super-deluxe treehouse.
The Giants build a tree house in the fourth book about the huge-hearted family from the bestselling and beloved team, Jane Yolen and Tomie dePaola, in this series for Aladdin…
Strega Nona has ripe tomatoes in her garden.
Now, for the first time, Strega Nona reveals her life’s story to artist/author Tomie dePaola, in this wonderful prequel to the famous Strega Nona books. From the dark and stormy…
When Strega Nona babysits twins for the day, Bambolona and Big Anthony help, but the children find trouble everywhere they go.
Juan Diego's encounter with Our Lady of Guadalupe in 1531 is one of the most important events in the history of Mexico and North America. Acclaimed children's author and artist…
Back in print, a collection of seventeen well-loved parables of Jesus, from the bestselling author-illustrator of Quiet, Strega Nona, and many more.
Cindy Ward
In celebration of Tomie dePaola’s 70th birthday this fall, one of his most popular picture books–about a mischievous cat named Cookie–is now available in a board book format. Full color.
Tony dreams that one day he’ll become the most famous baker in northern Italy. His poor daughter Serafina wants to be allowed to marry. Each of their dreams seems far…
"Giants Dazzle, Grizzle, Grub, Grab, and Dab are in for a giant surprise when their Grandma Draggle comes for a visit!"--
"Giants Dazzle, Grizzle, Grub, Grab, and Dab are in for a giant surprise when their Grandma Draggle comes for a visit"--
Tomie DePaola
A favorite American children’s book author and artist shares 15 vivid memories spanning six decades of joyous Christmas celebrations. Full color.
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For the youngest child comes an exuberant, comforting text with adorable, childlike illustrations that allows children to discover the world around them and find their places within it. Full color.
From the beloved author of Strega Nona comes an informative and funny first book on felines, from Abys to Burmese to Maine Coon to alley cat. Includes simple instructions for…
When Jungle Girl falls into some quicksand and starts slowly sinking, Jungle Boy arrives quickly–and takes the opportunity to tell her how it’s formed, what it’s made of, and how…
Some people see animals and pictures in clouds. The ancient Greeks believed that Hermes, the messenger of the Gods, once stole the sun’s cattle, which were clouds. In this picture…
Bobby Shaftoe, Old Mother Hubbard, Simple Simon, Jack Sprat, Little Miss Muffet … they are all here, along with 200 others … From start to finish a treasure house of…
This fun-filled, interesting book introduces readers to the 10 most common types of clouds, myths that have been inspired by their shapes, and what they can tell about coming weather…
Fin M'Coul’s wife, Oonagh, helps him outwit his arch rival, Cucullin.
Catherine Harmon, John Herreid
"This lively volume brings together the best of Tomie dePaola's Art Mail--the charming illustrations of feast days and holidays he sent to family and friends. Each piece is accompanied by…
Old King Cole, Little Bo-Peep, and Jack and Jill are among the many familiar friends children will find in this delightful collection of Mother Goose favorites. Full color.
Who invented the first Christmas Tree? When and where did they become popular? Why did Teddy Roosevelt’s son hide a Christmas Tree in his closet? A family learns all about…
In this stunningly illustrated collection of stories from the Bible, Tomie dePaola lovingly brings to life the people and places of both the Old and New Testaments. Readers will find…
Originally published as The family Christmas tree book –Title page verso.
An illustrated collection of poems, fables, and stories for the nursery, with an emphasis on traditional tales.
This beautifully illustrated collection has been carefully refreshed with its thirty-one classic Christmas carols illustrated by the beloved Tomie dePaola that will be perfect for making the holidays merry and…
Introduces the ten most common types of clouds, the myths that have been inspired by their shapes, and what they can tell about coming weather changes.
!A todo el mundo le gustan las palomitas de maiz! Actualizado con las ultimas investigaciones, presentamos la deliciosa edicion del 40 aniversario de un clasico sobre las palomitas.
A Tony…
Originally published in 1989 by Grosset & Dunlap as Haircuts for the Woolseys –Title page verso.
Tommy’s excited about his new baby sister–but he didn’t ask for stern Nana Fall-River to come while his mom is in the hospital! Full color.
Originally published in 1968 by J. B. Lippincott Company –Copyright page.
A houseful of relatives turns Mrs. C. and Santa’s Christmas into a string of surprises, from the arrival of a pet polar bear to Cousin James B.‘s flaming plum pudding.
Old Mother Hubbard runs errand after errand for her remarkable dog.
Originally published: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey: Prentice-Hall, 1975 –Title page verso.
