A large family gets into an increasingly complicated home repair situation when the doorknob falls off a door.

Just in time for the holidays, enjoy this wintry classic about the joys of playing in the snow. the perfect read aloud for a snow day--or any day this winter! This classic Beginner Book edited by Dr. Seuss is a delightful ode to winter. Brrrrr—it snowed! From snowball fights and skiing to fort building and snowman-making, P. D. Eastman and Roy McKie’s Snow will have young readers eager for the kind of fun only a wintry-white day can bring. Perfect for enjoying with a cup of hot cocoa, it makes an ideal gift for the holidays, and happy occasions of all kinds! Originally created by Dr. Seuss, Beginner Books encourage children to read all by themselves, with simple words and illustrations that give clues to their meaning. "Joyful verse relates the many ways to enjoy snow. First graders will love it." --Chicago Tribune

A collection of rhyming stories ideal for young readers. Age 7+ Contains the stories: there was a crooked man, the Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe, the Old Woman Who Swallowed a Fly, the Castle that Jack Built, the Owl and the Pussycat, Old Mother Hubbard, One, two, Buckle my Shoe and the Dinosaur who Lost his Roar. Age 7+

The Rhyming Rabbit loves to make up entertaining poems, inspired by everything he sees, but the other rabbits don't appreciate his talent for rhyme. Sad and lonely, the Rhyming Rabbit sets off one starry night all on his own - will he ever find someone to share his poems with? The Rhyming Rabbit is a clever rhyming adventure from the stellar picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, creators of What the Ladybird Heard. With brilliant rhyming verse and bright and distinctive illustrations, this story is a delight to read aloud. Enjoy all the stories from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks: Sharing a Shell, The Princess and the Wizard, The Rhyming Rabbit, The Singing Mermaid, Sugarlump and the Unicorn, Princess Mirror-Belle and the Dragon Pox, What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard Next, What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday and The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes.

Rhyming Stories - practice with the sounds and spelling of English' (A5 Reader) is designed to demonstrate the spelling and pronunciation patterns of English. Each story focuses on a particular sound of English and uses colour and visual aids to highlight the connection between English spelling and pronunciation. ‘Rhyming Stories’, contains interesting topics in story form and imaginative illustrations which demonstrate the link between spoken and written English. ‘Rhyming Stories’ will be of benefit to learners of all ages and will provide the most benefit when used with the accompanying language workbook activities and audio CD.

Rabbits Eat Lettuce Without Any Dressing and Other Rhyming Stories by Marian H. Miller This is a book for children. It is about children’s thoughts and written in the voice of a child, from his or her perspective. It is about ordinary, everyday occurrences: the child who hesitates to try new food; the child who is told he is too young or too small to join in certain games or activities; the child who longs for a grandparent who lives far away; the child who is sick; and the child who is bored. It talks about ambition, like wanting to work with horses or owning a boat. It is about the things kids do and what they would like to do; about holidays and about family. Each rhyming story teaches an important lesson and shows children the wonders of an active imagination. Rabbits Eat Lettuce Without Any Dressing and Other Rhyming Stories can be read by children on their own or will be enjoyed by parents reading to their children.

This book shows how adults can bring rhymes and stories to life with young children and support children’s early steps in communication and literacy. Focusing on the use of rhythm, rhyme and repetition in nursery rhymes and traditional tales from around the world, it provides a wealth of practical ideas for using rhymes and stories one-on-one, in small groups or with whole classes. Drawing from the culmination of their many years of combined experience, the two authors link the theoretical understanding of language and communication with the practical use of rhymes and oral storytelling in the classroom, nursery and at home. Early chapters (or Part I) provide a rationale for using rhyme, rhythm and repetition to inspire children to play with words and develop a love of language, building a foundation for literacy learning. Part II consists of ten lively chapters featuring original and re-imagined traditional fairy tales, containing: Accompanying rhymes to use with children Key themes including friendship, kindness, compassion and generosity Follow-up activities activities for extending children’s vocabulary, building their confidence and developing critical thinking Suggestions of using voices, facial expressions, gestures, props and puppets to enrich children’s emotional, imaginative and intellectual experience This delightful and practical book will be valuable reading for all adults wanting to support young children’s creative learning through enjoyable and valuable experiences.

In the book we will consider in detail many topics related to speech development in children. We list just some of the topics that will be described in the book: • The importance of early speech development. • A general overview of language stages from infancy to preschool. • Creation of an environment that stimulates speech development. • The importance of reading from birth. • The importance of early communication and its impact on speech development. • Communication techniques with newborns and infants. • Games and exercises to stimulate the production of sounds. • An introduction to phonetic development and the prevention of common pronunciation problems. • Exercises to develop vocabulary and comprehension. • How to use everyday activities to teach. • Strategies for encouraging first words. • Developing the ability to connect words into sentences. • Games and exercises to teach basic grammar. • The importance of correction and encouragement in the learning process. • Techniques and games to develop storytelling skills. • How to use books to improve speaking skills. • The role of music and singing in speech development. • Practical activities for incorporating music into learning. • Early detection and overcoming of speech development delays. • When to seek specialist help. • Strategies for maintaining interest in learning and conversation. • The importance of social interaction and play with peers. • Wise use of technology in stimulating speech development. • Applications and resources to support learning. • Laying the foundation for reading and writing. • The importance of continuing the educational process at home. • Summing up and parting words for parents for the future. • The importance of patience, consistency and encouragement in the process of speech development. Each chapter will contain specific tips, strategies, games, and activities that parents can use daily to stimulate their child's language development. The book aims to provide parents not only with theoretical knowledge, but also with practical tools to actively participate in the development of their child's speech.

Of the many genres of writing a potential writer can break into, children's literature may be one of the most exciting and rewarding, yet it can also be one of the most difficult ones to gain a foothold. It takes passion, persistence, talent and a deep knowledge of the publishing requirements and atmosphere. This book is an invitation to that world, offering the education and background you need to succeed as a children's author. Creating a bestselling children's book may seem like a far-flung dream, yet proper preparation is the first step in making that dream a reality. From understanding the importance of children's books to planning your story, expanding your creativity to discovering your sub-niche, this book will guide you through each and every step along the journey, including the final steps of publication and promotion. Children need and want to read books, books you can write for them, with the right planning an preparation.