New Releases by Barbara Shook Hazen

When things are looking bad, a farmer who would rather fiddle than do his chores invites his neighbors to a hoedown where he plays such a lively tune that his shy daughter''s pet turkey starts dancing, with happy results.

A visit to Grandma''s place by two children is used to illustrate various prepositions.

Illustrated by Paul Harvey. Macmillan whole language Big books program.

Emily accompanies Mommy downtown to see where she works.

Een dappere ridder is bang in het donker, maar heeft de moed om dat te vertellen aan zijn Ware Liefde. Prentenboek met levendige kleurrijke platen. Vanaf ca. 4 jaar.

Amy experiences some scary moments when she finally gets the chance to babysit herself.

When the castle bully discovers bold Sir Fred is secretly terrified of the dark, he tries to stir up trouble between that brave Knight and his Lady Wendylyn. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.

Although he is big and looks fierce, Fang the dog is afraid of so many things that he is even afraid of himself.

The range of emotions is explored in a friendly, sympathetic way that will encourage children to recognize and express their own feelings. Color illustrations throughout.

How to improve your manners.

Wally, a wart hog who worries about everything, discovers that the terrifying Wilberforce has as many fears as he does.

Animal characters in varous situations show the proper manners or behavior in such areas as visiting or giving a party, writing thank-you notes, and showing common courtesy at home, with friends, or at school.

When the castle bully discovers bold Sir Fred is secretly terrified of the dark, he tries to stir up trouble between that brave Knight and his Lady Wendylyn.

A dog who likes to follow his master everywhere finally learns to "stay".

Presents the boyhood of little Claus, explaining why he became the famous figure known as Santa Claus.

Children need to be reassured that their feelings are natural, that everyone has feelings, and that it is healthy to talk about feelings with family and friends. The range of emotion is explored, from anger and fear to happiness, pride, and confidence, in a way that will encourage children to recognize and express their own feelings.

When a young black student encounters prejudice at a new school, his grandmother reminds him that it''s alright to be different and shows him how to turn enemies into friends.

Relates how Cousin Scraggs saves the Fat Cat family from an attack by monster mice and eventually, leads them to a simpler but happier life.

Gradually a young girl comes to terms with her grandfather''s death.

A mother declares she will always love her child, no matter what happens.

A touching story told by a small boy whose father loses his job. The child and his father come to understand the sacrifices and compromises a family must make. The illustrations are full of human detail, and reveal a loving family with subtlety. Age 6+ 32 pages

A very shy little girl, by getting up the courage to speak to a new boy at school, takes the first step toward overcoming her shyness.

Andrew''s mother is in a hurry and asks him to step on it, which he does, with interesting results.