Leaf, Munro

Explains the terms of the metric system and suggests a few exercises for practicing using these measurements.

Ferdinando was a peace-loving little bull who preferred smelling flowers to making a reputation for himself in the bullring.

Ferdinand likes to sit quietly and smell the flowers, but one day he gets stung by a bee and his snorting and stomping convince everyone that he is the fiercest of bulls.

Ferdinand likes to sit quietly and smell the flowers, but one day he gets stung by a bee and his snorting and stomping convince everyone that he is the fiercest of bulls.

Presents a reprint of the classic guide to good grammar, originally published in 1934, in simple text with illustrations, including suggestions on how to speak politely and with good manners.

Illustrations and text provide simple lessons in honesty, fairness, strength, and widsom; first published in 1946 for young children but still valuable at the start of the twenty-first century for parents looking for ways to teach their children about proper behavior.

Relates basic rules for maintaining good health--adequate diet, cleanliness, exercise, rest, and regular checkups.

Wee Gillis couldn't decide whether he wanted to be a Highlander and stalk stags, like his father, or a Lowlander like his mother, and raise long-haired cows.

Ferdinand likes to sit quietly and smell the flowers, but one day he gets stung by a bee and his snorting and stomping convince everyone that he is the fiercest of bulls.