The badger proprietor of a country store fusses and fumes at the children who sit on his steps to read until young Rita Raccoon discovers his secret.

Simple variations on the traditional cumulative rhyme.

Werewolves, vampires, witches, voodoo, Elvis—-and weddings
An "ordinary" wedding can get crazy enough, so can you imagine what happens when otherworldly creatures are involved? Nine of the hottest authors of paranormal fiction answer that question in this delightful collection of supernatural wedding stories. What's the seating plan when rival clans of werewolves and vampires meet under the same roof? How can a couple in the throes of

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Introduces the water cycle, explaining how rain fills lakes and other bodies of water, is warmed and evaporated into the air, and changed by cooler temperatures back into rain or snow.

Introduces the life cycle of frogs, describing how a tadpole emerges from frogspawn, eats plants and grows, and is transformed into a frog.

Those new to Minnesota's North Shore, as well as experienced hikers in Lake Superior country, will find Hiking the North Shore the most comprehensive resource around--the author hiked every trail, checked every overlook, and visited every waterfall so you can plan a perfect day's hike. Find recommendations for short and easy hikes that will quickly plunge you into a true North Shore experience, as well as longer, more challenging hikes that will...

"Introduces China's major cities and landmarks, such as the Great Wall and the Forbidden City in Beijing. Presents the daily activities and ceremonies of the Chinese culture. Includes map diagrams and lessons on learning to speak and count in Chinese"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces India's major cities and landmarks, such as the Taj Mahal, the Golden Temple, and the Ganges River. Presents the daily activities and ceremonies of the Indian culture. Includes map diagrams and lessons on learning to speak and count in Hindi"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces Spain's major cities and landmarks, such as the Royal Palace, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, and the Donana National Park. Presents the daily activities and ceremonies of the Spanish culture. Includes map diagrams and lessons on learning to speak and count in Spanish"--Provided by publisher.