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Children's Classics
and All Time Favorites
The Complete Alice: Welcome back to a Wonderland that is as astonishingly new as it is joyously familiar! Lavishly illustrated by the incomparable Helen Oxenbury, these exuberant editions of Lewis Carroll's beloved classics brim with warmth and humor as they depict a spirited Alice who is truly a child of our times. Featuring a handsome slipcase holding hardcover editions of both Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking-Glass, this collectible set offers contemporary children their own accessible view into the whimsical world of Lewis Carroll.

The Complete Alice
CW6623 $49.98

Earl the Squirrel: Early on Autumn morning, a mother gray squirrel sat talking with her young son, Earl. "It is high time you went out and learned how to find acorns on your own," she said. Earl doesn't know where to begin, but he is determined to make his mother proud. An all time favorite by Don Freeman. Ages 3 - 7.

Earl the Squirrel PP0194 $15.99

Earl the Squirrel Doll: A great 7 1/2" plush doll to cuddle as this classic story is read.

Earl Doll MM1516 $12.95

Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little: Renowned Artist Rosemary Wells has lovingly added delicate watercolor to the original black-and-white drawings by Garth Williams in E.B. White's Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little Collector's Editions. Larger format, 7" x 10". All Ages
Charlotte's Web HC2983 $24.95
Stuart Little HC2975 $24.95
Alice in Wonderland: Lisbeth Zwerger creates a surreal dreamland virtually devoid of background and details; yet its ambiance is so intense that it inspires the reader's own imagination. Exquisite full-page paintings with unexpected vantage points give appeal to older children and adults, her illustrations open doors to many levels of creative interpretation. Ages 9 & up.

Alice in Wonderland CB1660 $19.95

The Wizard of Oz: The Wizard of Oz, an American classic, has been a childhood favorite for nearly a hundred years. Now, internationally acclaimed Viennese illustrator, Lizbeth Zwerger, brings her artistic wizardry to this magical tale. You will find a pair of green glasses slipped into the back of your book. The Great Wizard Oz has decreed that you must wear them whenever you enter his wonderful Emerald City. Do not dare to disobey the Great Oz! Ages 9 & up.

The Wizard of Oz CB6385 $19.95

Children's Book Treasury: An amazing 308 pages containing 44 read-aloud classics with their original illustrations. Included are old favorites such as, Make Way for Ducklings, Frog and Toad, Amelia Bedelia, and Bedtime for Frances. More recent selections included are, The Stinky Cheese Man, Good Night Gorilla and Guess How Much I Love You. Each selection is color coded to indicate the appropriate age level. Biographical notes are included for each author and illustrator. A perfect treasury to start your child's book collection and a great addition to the family library! Edited by Janet Schulman. Ages 2-8.

Children's Book Treasury RH6478 $40.00

Children's Poetry Treasury: Jack Prelutsky has selected over 200 short, fun-to-read poems by 137 outstanding poets of the 20th Century. Arranged by topics, such as sports, sibling rivalry, outer space, food fights and building skyscrapers, Every poem seems to burst from the page with the lively art of Meilo So. This is an enticing collection of a century of children's poetry. Ages 5-10.

Children's Poetry Treasury RH3148 $19.95

The Wind in the Willows Boxed Set: Inga Moore's exquisite art brings to life the English country-side where Kenneth Grahame's beloved Toad, Mole, Rat and Badger live along the river.

The adventures of Mr. Toad and The River Bank and Other Stories, 96 pages each. Hardcover Picture books.

The Wind in the Willows Boxed Set
(Two Volume Keepsake Edition)
CW9801 $39.99

Mike Mulligan and Clock: The classic story of a faithful Irish steamshovel artist and his steam shovel, the beguiling Mary Anne, whom he would not desert even though newer gas and diesel powered shovels were taking business away from him. Virginia Lee Burton's timeless story was first published in 1939. Little boy on clock face moves back and forth as the clock ticks. Clock is 6" tall. Ages 5-8.

Mike Mulligan and Clock HM9615A $29.95

Mike Mulligan Book HM9615 $ 16.00
Mike Mulligan Clock SHMMAC $15.95
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day:
He could tell it was going to be a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. He went to sleep with gum in his mouth and woke up with gum in his hair. When he got out of bed, he tripped over his skateboard and by mistake dropped his sweater in the sink while the water was running. He could tell it was going to be a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. Ages 5 - 8.

Alexander ...Very Bad Day SS0727 $16.95

Katy and the Big Snow: Katy the Snowplow was always waiting for her big chance to help. But with winters that usually didn't hold a lot of snow, Katy didn't have much opportunity to shine. Then a blizzard blankets the city and everyone is relying on Katy for help digging out. Children love sharing Katy's shining moment of glory and will inevitably admire her "chug, chug, chug" endurance.
Paperback Picture Book. Ages 3 - 6.

Katy and the Big Snow HM5629 $6.99

Uncle Remus - The Complete Tales: The four award winning collections of the exciting adventures of Brer Rabbit and his friends and enemies, materfully retold by Julius Lester and illustrated by Jerry Pinkney are combined in this remarkable 686 page volume. The four book titles are: The Adventures of Brer Rabbit; Further Adventures of Brer Rabbit, His Friends, Enemies, and Others; The Misadventures of Brer Rabbit, Brer Fox, Brer Wolf, the Doodang, and Other Creatures; and The Last Tales of Uncle Remus.
Hardcover illustrated Chapter Book. All Ages.

Uncle Remus - The Complete Tales PP4518 $37.00

Rabbit Stage Puppet: Heirloom-quality details and a rich mix of sumptuous plush make this 20" Rabbit Stage Puppet a stand-in for Brer Rabbit and his adventures as told by Uncle Remus.

Rabbit Stage Puppet FM2800 $19.95

Brer Bear: Brer Bear puppet is designed as a carpenter. His removable apron is detailed with a pocket to keep tools handy. He is ready for any adventure with Brer Rabbit, Brer Fox and other Creatures in Uncle Remus tales. Brer Bear is 18" tall.

Brer Bear FM2540 $27.95

Aesop's Fables: In this elegantly designed volume, more than sixty of Aesop's timeless fables have been carefully selected, humorously retold, and brought gloriously to life by four-time Caldecott Honor-winner Jerry Pinkney. Included are the Shepherd Boy and The Wolf, the Lion and the Mouse, the Tortoise and the Hare, plus many other characters - and morals - that have inspired countless readers for centuries. With more than fifty magnificent full-color illustrations, this handsome edition is a must for every bookshelf.
Hardcover Picture Book. All Ages.

Aesop's Fables CB0003 $19.99

Fox Puppet: This sly little trickster who tried to make the stork look foolish, has been featured as well in folklore from Europe, North America and Japan. With his realistic fur and foxy good looks, this vulpine charmer will brighten your day! Fox Puppet is 16" tall.

Fox Puppet FM2598 $19.95

Wolf in Sheep's Clothing Puppet: Complete with removable sheepskin, this 16" stage puppet will try to sneak into the flock of sheep, but what happens when the shepherd is humgry?.

Wolf in Sheep's Clothing Puppet FM2859 $25.95

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