McGee, Marni

Follows a quiet farmer through a busy day of chores, describing the many animal noises and other kinds of sounds that surround him every step of the way.

A young child wakes up and greets the world, getting ready to play.

Jack tries to deliver the gifts his grandmother sends to his father, but he keeps making mistakes.

A donkey tells how he reluctantly played a part in Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on the first Palm Sunday.

A child lost in the forest is fed and protected by the animals there.

A child lost in the forest is fed and protected by the animals there.

Animals recall how angels were involved in the creation of the Earth, and confide that they are still here teaching birds how to sing and fly, helping the lost find their way, and guarding and guiding children each day and night.

From sunup to sundown, the quiet farmer hears many different types of sounds.

Winston loves to eat books because the words are so delicious, but when he gets trapped in the library by an angry librarian and her helpers, a little girl named Rosie helps him to escape and teaches him a new way to enjoy words.

Explores the history and culture of ancient Greece; and examines major archaeological sites including buildings constructed during the age of Pericles and ancient treasures, wall paintings, statues, and other artifacts.