picture books

The classic tale of Cinderella is told by her stepmother, who was not really so wicked after all.

"Paws is an old dog whose rabbit-chasing is limited to his dreams nowadays. When Paws dies, Edward is lost without his loyal companion, but finds solace and even happiness in his own memories and dreams of Paws"--OCLC.

"A wordless picture book in which a young Eskimo girl befriends a weak, hungry polar bear that has taken refuge in her igloo, and the bear later returns the favor"--OCLC.

"Big gloomy clouds have hung over Delilah's head and heart since her beloved grandfather died. But remembering an old trick he taught her on the farm, she lassos all the clouds out of the sky as she navigates her feelings of sadness and isolation"--Provided by publisher.

"The gnarled tree on the hill sometimes turns into a pirate ship. A rope serves as an anchor, a sheet as a sail, and Samis its fearless captain. But one day another sailor approaches, and he's not from Sam's street. Can they find something more precious than diamonds and gold? Can they find--friendship?"--Dust jacket.

"A lyrical story about enjoying nature in all its forms and being a good steward to the Earth"--Provided by publisher.

Woodrow the elephant paddles out to sea and meets some new friends.

"When a young fisherman is rescued from the depths of the sea by a playful seal, a magical, touching and tender friendship is formed"--Back cover.

"A young girl yearns to see an elusive puma in the wild, knowing that their numbers are dwindling and that what her Gram calls a 'long-dream' may never come true"--OCLC.

"It's a busy morning in the park. All along the boulevard, families are picnicking and people are napping, playing checkers and reading on the grass. But Owen and his dad are hard at work, raking and mowing the grass. And today, Owen gets to do the best job all on his own. With his dad's encouragement, Owen gathers his courage and goes around to everyone in the park. He tells the families, the checkers players and the readers what he has to do, and they rush off. Finally, when the park is empty, it is the moment Owen has been waiting for. He turns the tap for the sprinkler system, and water cascades over the trees and flower beds"--Provided by publisher.