Foreman, Michael

"As a boy, Henry Friston dreamed of traveling the world. He thought he was signing up for a lifetime of adventure when he joined the Royal Navy. But when World War I begins, it launches the world, and Henry, into turmoil. While facing enemy fire at Gallipoli, Henry discovers the strength he needs to survive in an unexpected source: a tortoise. And so begins the friendship of a lifetime. Based on true events, and with charming illustrations, this story of war, courage, and friendship will win the hearts of readers"--Provided by publisher.

Two children playing at the beach tamper with the natural balance of a tide pool and, after destroying its beauty, realize how similar its microcosm is to their own world.

A young reindeer becomes a surprise Christmas gift for a city boy.

Adapts four stories about friendship for children, including the title work in which two friends learn the benefits of compromise.

Dog takes care of a trio of kittens when their mother, Cat, gets trapped in a fisherman's van while trying to find breakfast.

While a cat wanders wild and free, his friend Bubble the fish swims in circles in a bowl, until the cat decides to give Bubble a taste of freedom.

An illustrated collection of traditional rhymes, some familiar and some not so familiar.

Sometimes the house is inhabited by a bright and peaceful angel, sometimes by a wild and rampaging animal, but most of the time by a little boy.

A collection of six brief illustrated stories celebrating the spirit of Christmas.

An industrious dog in an English fishing village becomes a hero when a sailboat gets caught in a storm.