Ganesha's Sweet Tooth

Author: Sanjay Patel
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452119848
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41

Book Description
The bold, bright colors of India leap off the page in this picture book retelling of how Ganesha helped write the epic Hindu poem, the Mahabharata. Ganesha is just like any other kid, except that he has the head of an elephant and rides around on a magical mouse. And he loves sweets, but when Ganesha insists on biting into a super jumbo jawbreaker laddoo, his tusk breaks off! With the help of the wise poet Vyasa, and his friend Mr. Mouse, Ganesha learns that what seems broken can be quite useful after all. With vibrant, graphic illustrations, expressive characters, and offbeat humor, this is a wonderfully inventive rendition of a classic tale. Praise for Ganesha’s Sweet Tooth “Pink elephants haven’t looked this good since Dumbo.” —The New York Times “Beautifully presented. . . . So sweet we almost want to pop it in our mouths.” —Entertainment Weekly “Stylish. . . . A fresh and comedic introduction to a Hindu legend, with a winning combination of both eye candy and actual candy.” —Publishers Weekly “Bright, elaborately detailed illustrations. . . . Grade-schoolers. . . . will enjoy the story’s turnarounds and focus on luscious sweets, and many will be ready for the classic Hindu myth.” —Booklist

Library Mouse: Home Sweet Home

Author: Daniel Kirk
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1613125194
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44

Book Description
The library mouse learns about architecture, homes, and renovations in this illustrated adventure. When Sam the library mouse and his friend Sarah wake to find the library being packed up to prepare for a major renovation, they realize they won’t have a home during the construction. So off they go in search of a new place to live. Sam knows research is key, so he finds books about architectural styles to get ideas for building a temporary home from objects found around the library. They build and live in a variety of houses: a castle, an igloo, a yurt, a modern house, and even a geodesic dome. But none feels like home to Sam. Finally, though, the renovation of the library is complete, and they can move back to their true home, the library! The book includes photos of the real house styles discussed in the text and a relevant glossary of architectural terms. Praise for Library Mouse: Home Sweet Home “Kirk’s familiar gouache illustrations maintain a mouse perspective filled with library details. This clever presentation of world housing types has three pages of backmatter that describes each style and its location. Not only is the story amusing, but the information will be useful in classrooms.” —Kirkus Reviews “Newcomers and fans of the previous titles will welcome this tale, and librarians will put it to good use in their research lessons.” —School Library Journal “This is a fine use of light fantasy to teach a little lesson about building structures, and it will be especially useful to those preparing children for the disruptions that come with home renovations.” —Booklist

You Think It's Easy Being the Tooth Fairy?

Author: Sheri Bell-Rehwoldt
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 145212387X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33

Book Description
All over America, kids are losing their teeth. And who is there to gather them up, leaving coins in their places? The Tooth Fairy, of course! A self-described "action kind of gal" with plenty of attitude, she reveals her secrets at last. Learn about her amazing Tooth-o-Finder. Marvel at her ingenious flying machine. Watch her in action, dodging dogs and cats and gerbils. You Think It's Easy Being the Tooth Fairy? is the essential guide for every kid about to lose a tooth.

Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns

Author: Hena Khan
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 0811879054
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32

Book Description
In simple rhyming text a young Muslim girl and her family guide the reader through the traditions and colors of Islam. Full color.

The Little Book of Hindu Deities

Author: Sanjay Patel
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0452287758
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 146

Book Description
Pixar animator and Academy Award–nominated director Sanjay Patel (Sanjay’s Super Team) brings to life Hinduism’s most important gods and goddesses—and one sacred stone—in fun, full-color illustrations, each accompanied by a short, lively profile. The Little Book of Hindu Deities is chock-full of monsters, demons, noble warriors, and divine divas. Find out why Ganesha has an elephant’s head (his father cut his off!); why Kali, the goddess of time, is known as the “Black One” (she’s a bit goth); and what “Hare Krishna” really means. “Throw another ingredient in the American spirituality blender. Pop culture is veering into Hinduism.”—USA Today

Henry Eats Out

Author: Rodney Peppé
Publisher: StarWalk Kids Media
ISBN: 1623347033
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34

Book Description
Henry is very excited to go out to eat. But he finds that "restaurant manners" are not such an easy thing for an elephant.

This Book Is Not a Piece of Cheese!

Author: Benjamin Bird
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1479552313
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33

Book Description
Jerry the mouse eats his way through the book, despite Tom's efforts to convince him and the readers that this book is not made of cheese.

Albert’s Amazing Snail

Author: Eleanor May
Publisher: Weigl Publishers
ISBN: 1489683089
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32

Book Description
As he tries to teach his new pet snail, Flash, how to do tricks, Albert the mouse learns that patience can be a very good thing when it comes to snails. The text introduces the mathematical concept of position words.

The Tooth Mouse

Author: Susan Hood
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1554535654
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36

Book Description
In an ancient cathedral in France, the Tooth Mouse decides it is time to choose her successor.

If the Shoe Fits

Author: Jennifer Dussling
Publisher: Astra Publishing House
ISBN: 1635926181
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36

Book Description
Each read-aloud book in the Mouse Math series focuses on a single, basic math concept and features adorable mice, Albert and Wanda, who live in a People House. Entertaining fiction stories capture kids’ imaginations as the mice learn about numbers, shapes, sizes and more. Over 3 million copies sold worldwide! Albert has found a wonderful, beautiful thing in the People's backyard. An old shoe! And it's the perfect clubhouse for him to play in—if only he can fit it inside the playroom. Every Mouse Math title includes back matter activities that support and extend reading comprehension and math skills, plus free online activities. (Math concept: Measurements).