Most Popular Books by Jane Werner Watson

This poetic book illustrates how even the tiniest things that we might take for granted, like the “jewels on the insect’s back,” are part of God’s great plan. A comforting, gentle introduction to the concept of God, it is one of the most beautifully written and illustrated books on the Golden list.

Easy-to-read text introduces the way of life of the various groups of native Americans before the arrival of the white man.

A profile of the Niger, Africa''s 2600-mile river that flows north for over half its course.

Contains 13 children''s hymns, with music.

Celebrate Easter with this sturdy board book format Little Golden Book that serves as both a gentle and comforting introduction to the concept of God. A perfect gift for your little one''s Easter basket! With poetic writing and beautiful illustrations this book shows how even the tiniest things that we might take for granted, like the “jewels on the insect’s back,” are part of God’s great plan. Little Golden Books have been loved by children for over 75 years. When they were first published in 1942, high-quality books for children hadn’t been available at a price most people could afford. Little Golden Books changed that! Priced at just 25 cents and sold where people shopped every day, they caused an instant sensation and were soon purchased by the hundreds of thousands. Created by such talented writers as Margaret Wise Brown (author of Goodnight Moon) and Richard Scarry, Little Golden Books have helped millions of children develop a lifelong love of reading. Today, Little Golden Books feature beloved classics such as The Poky Little Puppy and Scuffy the Tugboat, plus new, original stories—the classics of tomorrow—ready to be discovered between their sturdy cardboard covers and gold-foil spines. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: • Misty Copeland • Frida Kahlo • Iris Apfel • Bob Ross • Queen Elizabeth II • Harriet Tubman

Originally published as a Little Golden Book in 1960, Walt Disney''s The Lucky Puppy is back in print. This adorable story based on the characters from the beloved animated movie The Hundred and One Dalmatians is back to delight a new generation of boys and girls ages 2 to 5—as well as collectors of all ages! Little Golden Books enjoy nearly 100% consumer recognition, and have been loved by children for 75 years. They feature beloved classics, hot licenses, and new original stories. . . the classics of tomorrow.

Mickey Mouse and his friends have a picnic--but without Donald Duck.

A little boy learns to accept the new baby in the house.

Simple text and full color pictures introduce wonders of nature to the very young.

Illustrations and text briefly present facts about plants and animals.

A little boy describes some of the things that make him angry and what he does about it.

Mom and Dad help to allay a young child''s fears about moving to a new house.

A child''s first book about our most familiar birds.

An introduction to Russia''s history and a glimpse of her people''s way of life at work, at school, and at home.

A child explores the important functions of the different parts of his body.

Describes, simply, a visit to the dentist''s office, how teeth are filled and cleaned, and what to do to have good, healthy teeth.

Adapted from the Greek classics of Homer by Jane Werner Watson.

A young boy describes his feelings of fear, guilt, and confusion when he discovers that his parents are getting a divorce.

Traces the history of the 2,290 mile river that flows from the hills of northern Russia to the Caspian Sea.

A king vows to allow the man who can discover how his twelve daughters manage to dance their shoes apart night after night, despite being locked in their room, to marry the princess of his choice.

Presents the classic African folktale of a ferocious lion who has a thorn stuck in its paw and the little mouse who is the only one brave and compassionate enough to remove it.