Most Popular Books by Harriet Ziefert

"A fresh and moving story of a mother''s dedication to acquire a coat for her daughter in post-World War II hard times. Anna''s mother decides to trade the few valuables she has left for wool and for the services of a spinner, a weaver, and a tailor. Lobel''s pictures do a tremendous job of evoking the period. Insightful and informative, this may make children consider how precious the ordinary can become in times of turmoil."--(starred review) Booklist

A dog and his pet cat share good-night kisses and playful dreams until morning wakes them, in this bedtime story for youngest beginning readers. Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. And look for the sequel to this popular leveled reader, Sleepy Dog, Wake Up!

Three children wake up early in the morning to prepare a surprise for their mother.

A farmer makes a series of trades and ends up with the dog he had at the start.

An assortment of animals playing various instruments make different kinds of music.

When the prince complains that he cannot eat because he has a loose tooth, everyone rallies to help him make it come out.

A little witch and a little warlock have a booing contest to determine which of them can scare the moon.

What''s a husband good for? This humorous, quirky, and sure-to-be-a-success follow-up to 41 Uses for a Cat and 44 Uses for a Dog--with witty drawings by Todd McKie--provide a playful reminder. From a diva who sings in the shower to a grill master setting the world (and food) on fire, from an interior designer carefully hanging up the fish that didn''t get away to chief back scratcher, husbands have so many uses! And 38 of his most important attributes are captured in whimsical and humorous drawings that will delight husbands everywhere--and have wives smiling in wry recognition. Whether he''s doing pest control with a fly swatter, getting caught up in wires as an IT specialist, or making a mess as sous chef, hubby''s antics are amusing. The perfect gift for an anniversary, birthday, or anytime--just to let him know how much he''s loved.

The reader is asked to guess, by looking at pictures of clothes, what Bear will wear when he goes outside in different types of weather. Foldout pages reveal the proper attire. 3 yrs+

Everybody has a lot to do before school starts, and so does Harry. He has to go for a checkup, visit the dentist, get a haircut--and that''s only the beginning!

Three friends spend an enjoyable day at the amusement park, riding roller coasters, driving bumper cars, and eating cotton candy.

Mothers-to-be are supposed to glow—but sometimes a lost waistline, morning sickness, unwanted parenting advice, and total strangers who feel free to touch her swelling belly get her down. Here’s something to cheer up that expectant mom who’s experiencing these and other little agonies as she awaits the blessed event. With its sympathetic perspective and humorous drawings, this delightful gift book will help those who are pregnant laugh about the small trials endured over nine months—strange food cravings, maternity clothes shopping, labor horror stories, and the total inability to find a comfortable position to sleep in. Of course all ends as it should: with the happy birth of a healthy, beautiful baby!

Laura Rader''s charming art, reusable colorful vinyl stickers, and an enjoyably interactive story make this board book the perfect gift for inside the Easter basket. It''s Easter time, so Rosie Rabbit''s getting ready for the holiday--and young kids will have a great time helping her. All they have to do is take the reusable vinyl stickers and decorate the bunny cake, put cookies on the table, hang eggs on the egg tree, and fill up the Easter basket. And the final page of this adorable seasonal board book features a special treat: a fun "find-it" game, where children try to spy the candy chicks Rosie has hidden everywhere.

From hairstylist to chief financial officer, a wife plays so many roles--and this delightfully humorous collection honors every one of them. With fun full-page drawings and an appealing gift format, this adorable little hardcover is perfect for Mother''s Day, holidays, birthdays, or any day at all. Throughout, wives do just what they do best: substitute for a thermometer with a hand on the forehead; provide ballast for a canoe by sitting at the edge; double as a travel pillow as hubby rests his head on her shoulder; and have a sexy time walking the home runway as a lingerie model. The friendly, eye-catching format and engaging look will have this book flying off the shelves and into wives'' arms everywhere.

Young Rosa lives with her grandmother in Mexico while her mother works in the United States. Peppered with Spanish words, this unique Christmas story is drawn from actual events. Full color.

A little boy makes a day full of wishes--one in the morning, one at noon, and one in the evening--and his imagination lets him see what it would be like if they came true. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Jon falls off of his bicycle but is less than enthusiastic about receiving treatment for the cut on his forehead.

Although Sarah''s visit with her grandmother is cut short before her special woolly afghan is finished, Grandma comes to Sarah''s home for a visit months later and brings the afghan--plus an extra surprise.

Rebuffed by Sam, who is busy, Stella plays instead with Buffy the dog, who displays both old and new tricks.

Includes a gift for the new baby! Max does everything he can think of the encourage his new sibling to be born. He''s convinced that the baby will never arrive--until the day comes when Daddy takes Mommy to the hospital. Expectant parents will want to read this with their children. Soon-to-be older siblings are sure to identify with Max. Includes a nursery door hanger with two important messages: "Shhhh! Baby sleeping" and "Come in! Baby awake".

A little mouse looks for the perfect gift for her father.

It’s fun to play hide-and-seek with a brother, or build a fort, or jump in puddles. You can make a brother laugh, play baseball together, and keep each other company when Mom and Dad go out. A brother is a lifelong friend. Sisters and brothers alike will enjoy lifting the flaps of this adorably illustrated book, brimming with cheerful, colorful art, to see all the ways a brother is special.

Putting a fun twist on a favorite holiday song, this adorable book presents a truly dazzling countdown to Christmas. Instead of the old-fashioned partridges and lords-a-leaping, youngsters will find colorful hula hoops, wind-up toys, and furry bears. Full color.

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After playing with her paints, the little princess needs to take a bath, which ends up involving the whole castle staff.

Pumpkin Pie the goat enters a competition at the fair. Includes information on the life cycle, physical charcteristics, and behavior of dairy goats.

"This workbook on short vowels will have kids sounding out their letters well, and learning a great deal along the way. And with it''s appealing design and bright colors, they''ll never think they''re doing homework!"--Publisher''s website.

Scooter the Pig, first introduced in What''s Polite? and What''s Pretend? returns in this happy holiday tale. Come along with him as he visits Grandma, and open the many flaps throughout to find out what surprises lie beneath. It''s perfect in the Christmas stocking or under the tree--and for youngsters to read and share with their grandparents.

A child relates how Papa built a cradle and Mama made a quilt in preparation for the birth of their baby.

An older sister helps a younger brother get dressed, identifying clothes in the process.

Spending time with Grandma is so much fun! She knows all about butterflies, snails, and computers. And she has great ideas for new adventures. Grandma will play dress-up with you, and she''ll show you pictures of your mom when she was a little girl. This adorable lift-the-flap book is perfect for young children to read with Grandma when she comes to visit.

Allie''s preparations for Halloween include making a jack-o''-lantern, filling trick-or-treat bags, and finding a costume for the school parade.

These are the words kids have to know by sight--the words that they should be able to read without sounding them out first.

Would life be fun without water? It would not! Pools for lap swimming, ponds for row boating, Lazy rivers for paddling and floating, Canoe in a creek, sail on the blue sea, And on a big lake stand on one ski. Snorkel in the ocean, what''s down in the deep? Jump in and splash from a cliff so steep! Using lilting, rhyming couplets, this book explores the many way that water is essential to our lives and the existence of life on earth. But it doesn’t stop there! Kids will also learn about the many uses of water – and the environmental danger to water posed by pollution and lack of respect for this precious resource. Kids are encouraged to be kind, not only to one another, but to the environment as well. Kids will view the many forms of water in our lives and will view it in a whole new light after going on an aquatic eco-tour in this gorgeous poem about water. This book is printed on responsibly sourced, 100% recycled FSC paper.

Workbook to help children practice writing uppercase letters.

What a great gift for the bride drowning in pre-wedding madness! She’ll totally relate to her comic counterpart on the page, who’s coping with everything from a stubborn hairdresser to embarrassing family members. Divided into two parts— “Planning the Wedding” and “Wedding Day”—this little gem is sure to give stressed-out brides-to-be a very welcome laugh. Witty cartoons capture the agony of a fianc� with no opinions and a future mother-in-law with lots of opinions; of selecting bridesmaids and choosing a dress that suits everyo≠ and dealing with a pimple that arrives bright and early on the big day! All these little miseries add up to, of course, a happy, fairytale ending as the bride marries the one she loves. Jennifer Rapp’s cartoons have appeared in Wunderkind, an all-cartoon newspaper. She is the creator of a nationally distributed greeting card li≠ owner of Teetersaw, Inc.; and illustrator of two earlier books: Misery Is a Smell in Your Backpack and Misery Is a Spider in the Bathtub. Jennifer lives in Chicago.

A little mouse takes part in a wonderful wedding celebration.