"A mother porcupine helps her baby explore his world. Rhyme and witty wordplay take readers through a night in the life of a young porcupine, relaying facts about its environment, eating habits, and physical attributes"--Provided by publisher.
"Following the alphabet, poetry and sidebar text explore all aspects of bird life, from identification to habitat to how to be a bird watcher. Includes a glossary"--.
"When Ava decides to learn to play the tuba, it isn't as easy as she thought it would be. But with the encouragement of her music teacher, Ava finds a place for her and her tuba in a special holiday celebration"-- Provided by the publisher.
"Following the alphabet this book uses poetry and expository text to explain the Kentucky Derby horse-racing event, focusing on its culture and history, famous winners both horse and rider, and offering a behind-the scenes view of thoroughbred breeding and racing"--Provided by publisher.
Rhyming text, humorous illustrations, and informative sidebars present a god, goddess, monster, or other element of Greek mythology for each letter of the alphabet.
Lily gets permission to plant a Victory Garden at the home of the Bishops, who lost a son in the war, and slowly the garden helps Mrs. Bishop overcome her grief.
