Книги. Художественная литература. Учебники и пособия.

Paul Rooyackers

When the circus isn't in town, children can still enjoy it at a birthday party, summer camp, drama class, or elementary school thanks to this colorful collection of circus-based games and activities. Ideal for children ages four through 12, the book draws on popular circus elements such as acrobatics, clowns, animal numbers, and balancing acts. The games are presented in a clear, simple way, range from ten to 45 minutes in length, and vary in complexity. Each section includes a "circus program" children can use if they want to plan an actual performance. Readily available props are used for some of the games, and costumes are encouraged for all! Noncompetitive and playable without special skills training, the activities in 101 Circus Games for Children provide delightful entertainment for participants and spectators alike.

Joanne O'Sullivan

It’s easy being green! Kids have enormous potential to affect change, and this enlightening book harnesses children’s natural energy, enthusiasm, optimism, and drive to make a difference in the world. Young eco-activists will feel empowered as they begin doing simple things such as cutting down on water use, starting a compost bin, and creating litter-free lunches. From these activities will grow even greater sensitivity to how they, their families, schools, and neighbors can have a positive impact on our planet. A list of websites encourages further exploration. Kids will learn how they can: - Become an eco-expert by figuring out how they want to save the planet- Have green holidays- Work with their families to create fun eco-trips or even “stay-cations” - Green their school supplies, pets, and even their school- Become an advocate for the environment in their community- Help their parents make gardening a real green experience

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Ida Pearle

Artist Ida Pearle gives readers a way to play for every letter in the alphabet. A is for act--curtains up! B is for blow--pinwheel ready! And C is for catch--butterflies beware! Ida's cut-paper collages are the perfect mix of vintage and modern, comfort and inspiration. Her images of children--on tiptoe, on a zebra, dancing, and jumping--are full of grace and flow. And her distinctive patterns and striking designs spring from page to page.Perfect for both children and adults, this extraordinary alphabet book will add a dash of whimsy and style to any bookshelf.

Welcome Mother Goose to the popular Children's Treasury series. Here are the playful, rhythmic verses children have loved and listened to for generations-from "I Saw a Ship A-Sailing" to "Simple Simon". This gift edition, with charming illustrations by Linda Fleck, belongs on every child's bookshelf. Includes: The Crooked Sixpence; To Market; The Clever Hen; The Little Girl with a Curl; Wee Willie Winkie; For Want of a Nail; Going to St. Ives; The Lion and the Unicorn; Pussy-Cat and Queen; The Grand Old Duke of York; and more!

Whether rhyming, tongue-tying, or defying structure, here are more than three dozen poems that simply beg to be read aloud. The creators of A POKE IN THE I and A KICK IN THE HEAD complete a triplet with this collection of lively rhymes and tricky tongue twisters, poems for more than one voice, bilingual poems — and poems that may just inspire kids to memorize them. Paul B. Janeczko offers a range of gems, from classic Shakespeare and Lear to anonymous rhymes to contemporary riffs on everything under the sun, while Chris Raschka counterpoints with the vibrant accents of his wittily detailed artwork.

Anette Bley

There are many kinds of friends and friendships, and all are explored in this lovely, quiet volume. Anette Bley's spirited illustrations and lighthearted yet meaningful text combine to make this an extraordinarily special picture book to be shared both with those just beginning the process of gathering and making friends, and those who have a lifetime of shared laughter and experiences behind them.

Stephen T. Johnson

A is for Art: An Abstract Alphabet is a remarkable journey of discovery about art and language through painting, collage, and sculpture by Caldecott Honor artist Stephen T. Johnson. With literal renderings of each letter, complete with witty titles and playful, alliterative captions, Johnson's abstract art forges connections between words, objects, and ideas.Can you find the hidden letters? Look closely and you will see a letter C made of colorful candy, a letter H hidden in a hook, and an S in a soft shadow. From A to Z, each stunning, original work of art will stimulate the imagination and creativity of children and adults alike.

Freddi Zeiler, Ward Schumaker

A Kids Guide to Giving

Charlotte Voake

What sort of tree did Robin Hood's bow come from? What pine tree drops its needles in the winter and how did the monkey puzzle get its name? These are just some of the wonderful facts to be discovered inside this book. Trees give us shade and the oxygen we breathe, like tall green giants that watch over us. And they are beautiful! Use the delicate illustrations and simple text to help your child identify the trees they see every day, whether they live in the country or the city. This book is a wonderful way of encouraging a child to interact with their environment, helping them to respect and protect the trees that surround them.

Melissa Stewart

This fact-filled, colorful look at the amazing world of birds includes a call to action to protect these beautiful creatures. In this simple introduction to birds and ecology, Melissa Stewart describes the behavior and beauty of birds and describes specific ways people can help protect them and their natural habitats. Children learn basic facts about birds, including where they live, what they eat, and how they benefit plants and other animals. Sidebars throughout the book contain information on human action that has harmed birds and the many ways people can protect certain bird populations, such as by preserving forests and meadows and cutting down on pesticide use. Pointers on how youngsters can help birds in their own neighborhood are also included. Author Melissa Stewart offers children a glimpse into the interconnectedness of our world and shows how the actions of one species can inadvertently harm another. Illustrator Higgins Bond s colorful, realistically detailed watercolor...

Anita Reynolds MacArthur

The first book of the MacCheeky Series introduces Prince Hayden MacCheeky, the youngest in his royal family.His older brother Prince Campbell wants him to stop copying him. Princess Ava, his older sister, wants him to stop bugging her. Prince Hayden just wants to have fun.This is the story of a real little prince who learns that playing with his royal siblings is way more fun than imitating and irritating them.

When Franny steps into a pair of hiking boots, she is whisked away to the coast! There she meets a girl named Lily who lives in a lighthouse and has no one to play with. Can Lily teach Franny how to have fun playing on her own? With over 75 reusable stickers, this adventure is frantastic!

Lisa Glatt, Suzanne Greenberg

Readers of all kinds will fall in love with the precocious, adorable Abigail Iris! Abigail Iris is sick of being One-of-Many—brothers and sisters, that is. She’d rather be an Only, like all her best friends, and not have to compete with siblings for time or attention. So Abigail is thrilled when she joins her friend Genevieve’s family on a trip to San Francisco. She gets to stay in a fancy hotel, visit Chinatown, order room service—and she doesn’t have to share anything with her pesky older siblings! Amid all the fun, though, Abigail discovers that having a set of parents to yourself might be nice some of the time, it just isn’t right for Abigail all of the time. An adorable story for Onlies and One-of-Many alike starring a one-of-a-kind new character!