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And still the turtle watched

1996
A turtle carved in rock on a bluff over the Hudson River by Indians long ago watches with sadness the changes man brings over the years.

The signmaker's assistant

1997
A young signmaker's apprentice dreams of having his own sign shop but creates havoc when he is left in charge by himself.

Loudmouth George and the sixth-grade bully

1985
After having his lunch repeatedly stolen by a bully twice his size, Loudmouth George and his friend Harriet teach him a lesson he'll never forget.

Boundless Grace

2000
Grace is invited for a visit with her father and his new family in Africa.

I love Saturday

1991
On a Saturday morning Katie, who lives in Greenwich Village, plays checkers, helps paint the hallway, receives a sugar cookie from Mrs. Zelinsky, and keeps a secret.

The quilt

1994
A child's new patchwork quilt recalls old memories and provides new adventure at bedtime.

The first night

1996
A simple retelling of the birth of Jesus with emphasis on the quiet time before the arrival of the shepherds, angels, and kings.

Whiffle Squeek

1994
A seafaring cat named Whiffle Squeek has a narrow escape from a hungry monster of the briny deep.

A nice walk in the jungle

1992
Tim repeatedly tries to warn his oblivious teacher on the class nature walk through the jungle that they are being followed by a very hungry boa constrictor, until it is almost too late.

Humpty Dumpty

2002
While watching young King Moe's birthday parade, Humpty Dumpty falls and breaks, but the King is able to put him back together.

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