Glaser, Linda

"A young man travels to Jerusalem to learn the Torah. When he decides that the greatest teacher will be able to teach him the entire Torah while standing on one foot, he gets laughed at and shooed away. Finally, he meets the great Rabbi Hillel, who is willing to help him"--Provided by publisher.

Presents the story of Emma Lazarus who, despite her life of privilege, became a tireless advocate for the immigrants who arrived in New York City in the 1880s and wrote a famous poem for the Statue of Liberty.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of the common earthworm.

In this version of the familiar tale, an old man tricks the townspeople of Chelm into contributing the necessary ingredients for making a Seder feast for all to share.

A child observes the coming of winter and its effects on the weather, animals, and plants. Includes suggestions for wintertime activities.

Rosie's mother reluctantly agrees to get her a rat for her birthday, but it takes Rosie a while to convince her mother that she made the right decision.

Depicts the process of composting and what happens to the rotting food and materials that are mixed together. Describes the cycle from garbage to compost to garden again and again. Includes photos and questions and answers about composting.

Text and pictures describe how squirrels live during each of the four seasons.

Colorful illustrations and simple rhyming text teach young readers about crickets and how they sing.

A child observes the arrival of spring and its effects on plants and animals. Includes suggestions for nature study projects.