Edens, Cooper

Describes the secret activities of the Caretakers of Wonder, who perform such magical tasks as putting up new stars, keeping the night buttoned up against the cold, and mending old clouds, all while we sleep.

A collection of fifteen classic fairy tales, including "Hansel and Gretel," "Snow White," and "Puss in Boots," featuring antique illustrations.

A collection of nursery rhymes, including those about Humpty Dumpty, Jack and Jill, Little Jack Horner, and Little Miss Muffet.

The illustration for each letter is taken from a book by one of twenty-eight different artists who flourished between 1874 and 1926. Brief biographies of each illustrator (Boutet de Monvel, Crane, Willebeek Le Mair, Dulac, Parrish, Brooke, Rackham, etc.) are included.

Children learn skills in counting, addition, subtraction, and multiplication as Cooper Edens takes them on a tour of the shops in Little Animal Town.

Presents a collection of eight classic princess stories including Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, Rapunzel, Sleeping Beauty, and Snow White.

On Christmas Eve a visit from the Santa Cows brings gifts and the spirit of peace.

Mounted on the flying Santa Cows, the Schwartzes travel to the South Seas for a New Year's vacation.