New Releases by Catherine McCafferty

TUG is a tow tractor helping Bethlehem''s steelworkers to do their very best. In this tasty tale, he tells the true story about how one Thanksgiving the steelworkers cooked loads of turkeys right there in the plant, using the heat from the coke ovens. Readers learn about the food traditions of our the region (Lehigh Valley, Pa.) with TUG the Tow Tractor. TUG is an artifact you can visit at the National Museum of Industrial History in Bethlehem Pa.

A fictional tale of a young boy from Bethlehem, PA who encounters a "giant" in his town that turns out to be a relic of the town''s industrial past. The boy meets a man who used to work at Bethlehem Steel, learns about what it entails, and becomes interesting in working at a forge himself.

This 16-page, oversized board book tells the beloved tale of the Gingerbread Man as he escapes from the oven and has to outrun all the creatures that try to catch him! Children will eagerly continue reading to see if he is able to avoid the clever fox or if he will end up as an afternoon snack. Between the covers of this durable board book is a classic tale of magic, imagination, and inspiration that delights children again and again. The stories in this series capture children''s interest and spark their imagination page after page. With rounded corners and captivating illustrations, this 10" x 10" board book for toddlers can inspire a lifelong love for literature and reading

In this beloved tale, the Gingerbread Man escapes from the oven and has to outrun all the creatures that try to catch him! Children will eagerly continue reading to see if he is able to avoid the clever fox or if he will end up as an afternoon snack. This title, retold in English and Spanish, is an excellent skill-builder for reading and foreign language comprehension. Between the covers of this 32-page book is a classic tale of magic, imagination, and inspiration that delights children again and again. The stories in this series capture children''s interest and spark their imagination page after page. With captivating illustrations, this 8" x 8" book can inspire a lifelong love for literature and reading

In this beloved tale, Rapunzel can only see her true love if she lefts down her long, golden hair. Children will eagerly continue reading to see what will happen when the evil witch discovers that a man has been climbing Rapunzel''s hair! This title, retold in English and Spanish, is an excellent skill-builder for reading and foreign language comprehension. Between the covers of this 32-page book is a classic tale of magic, imagination, and inspiration that delights children again and again. The stories in this series capture children''s interest and spark their imagination page after page. With captivating illustrations, this 8 x 8 book can inspire a lifelong love for literature and reading.

A collection of 19 stories featuring princesses from Disney films.

In this beloved tale, Rapunzel can only see her true love if she lets down her long, golden hair. Children will eagerly continue reading to see what will happen when the evil witch discovers a man has been climbing Rapunzel''s hair! Between the pages of the Brighter Child(R) Keepsake Stories books are the classic tales of magic, imagination, and inspiration that will delight children again and again. From the hard-working Red Hen to the foolish Gingerbread Man, these stories will capture children''s interest and spark their imagination page after page, inspiring a lifelong love of literature and reading. Each book includes 32 pages of fresh, captivating illustrations, and measures 8" x 8".

Children''s Storybook Features: • 32 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches • Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 3 Level Readers, Lexile 470L • Simple, easy-to-read pages with vibrant illustrations • A classic tale that helps children learn important life lessons • Includes hundreds of words to introduce and help build vocabulary The Magic Of Reading: Introduce your child to the world of literature with the timeless classic, The Gingerbread Man. This 32-page book features striking illustrations that entice young readers and new words to help develop vocabulary. Hands On Reading: A gingerbread man escapes from the oven and runs away to avoid being eaten. Find out if he avoids all the creatures he meets on the way, and teach children about the importance of trust! Features: More than just an engaging and timeless fairy tale, this children’s book includes illustrations that jump off the page, a narrative that encourages imagination, and a universal moral lesson every child should learn. Leveled Reading: This early reading book engages preschoolers to third graders with leveled reading text, illustrations, vocabulary, and an interesting story about trusting others to promote reading comprehension. Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

THE GINGERBREAD MAN: Featuring 32 pages of fresh, captivating illustrations, this 8" x 8" story book tells the story of the Gingerbread Man as he escapes from the oven and has to outrun all the creatures that try to catch him! CLASSIC STORIES: This classic tale, retold in English and Spanish, captures a child''s interest, page after page, as they take their imagination on a magical journey through timeless stories and adventures. FEATURES: With English and Spanish text side-by-side, this easy-to-follow Spanish story book is an excellent resource for strengthening reading skills. With its bilingual format, this Spanish story book for children is ideal for helping early readers with foreign language comprehension. FAMILY STORY TIME: Reading together is a great way to bond with your child while also fostering communication, understanding, and a lifelong love for reading. BUILD A LIBRARY: Collect every title from the Keepsake Stories collection to create the perfect library that will enchant readers time and time again!

Cinderella, Belle, Tiana, and Rapunzel each get their own happily ever after story in this deluxe wedding storybook! Princess fans will eagerly discover how four of their favorite characters finally said "I do." These charming tales of true love are complemented with beautiful new artwork. Perfect for Valentine''s Day, this elegant jacketed storybook also makes a great gift for young flower girls.

MOTHER GOOSE RHYMES: Featuring 32 pages of fresh, captivating illustrations, this 8" x 8" story book entrances children with whimsical and memorable classic rhymes. CLASSIC STORIES: This classic retold tale captures a child''s interest, page after page, as they take their imagination on a magical journey through timeless stories and adventures. BENEFITS: Easy-to-follow story books are an excellent skill-building resource for reading comprehension, while introducing your child to hundreds of new words. FAMILY STORY TIME: Reading together is a great way to bond with your child while also fostering communication, understanding, and a lifelong love for reading. BUILD A LIBRARY: Collect every title from the Keepsake Stories collection to create the perfect library that will enchant readers time and time again!

Instruction in drawing six Walt Disney princess characters (Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Ariel, Belle, and Jasmine) and one pixie (Tinkerbell).

8 extra-busy scenes. Lists of more challenges at the end of each book, Perfect entertainment on car and plane rides. Fun for kids to share toether.