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Buster the little garbage truck can't wait to grow up and be a big truck like his father. But loud noises frighten him and he skids away to hide. When his best friend Kitty gets into trouble, Buster musters up his courage to help.

In the 1880s the US Forest Service didn't hire women, thinking they couldn't handle the physical challenges of the work. But the Forest Service didn't know Hallie Morse Daggett and how determined she could be. This picture-book biography tells the story of Hallie Morse Daggett, the first woman "fire guard" hired by the US Forest Service.

Everyone knows that when Christmas rolls around Santa employs a legion of helpers to ensure the season goes off without a hitch. But between the santas on parade, the santas at the malls, and the ones ringing bells in front of busy department stores...one intrepid investigator wants to know exactly WHO the real Santa is. Armed with a notebook, pencil, and a barrage of questions, can this young detective get to the bottom of Santa's secret?

Pirate Pete's treasure map indicates treasure is located in the library and he's prepared to dig it up. Library Lou clever guides him to the library's true treasure--the books.

For young Finn and her hound, Skeeter, exploring the outdoors becomes a somewhat pungent adventure and a vehicle to introduce readers to identifying commonly known animals through their tracks and, particularly, droppings, or skat.

Tutus and leotards, pointe shoes and ribbons, stretching exercises at the barre--these are all familiar images when one is thinking of ballet. But there's much more to this historic dance form than pink tulle. Illustrations.

Rhyming riddles introduce the elements that make Illinois special.

Bear is tired. The weather is getting cool and he's ready for a nice long nap. Meanwhile, real estate mogul Woodpecker finds his recent homes...missing. And he follows the trail of debris right to Bear's new front door. The two engage in a feisty exchange of name-calling and gossip with the rest of their forest neighbors. Can they patch it up--literally--before Bear loses too much sleep?

The Color Collector is a poignant story about newness, friendship, and common ground. When a boy notices the new girl picking up all manner of debris and litter on their walks home from school he wants to know why. So she shows him the huge mural she's created in her room that reminds her of the home she left behind. He learns all about where she's come from and they both find how wonderful it is to make a new friend.

Lulu and her cousin Rocky are visiting the city of Detroit, the Motor City! There are so many fun things to see and do. This second book in the Our City Adventures series explores the city of Detroit, visiting well-known sites and attractions like Comerica Park, Fox Theatre, and "Hitsville, U.S.A," where the Motown sound came alive.

Join a brilliant, but stubborn, parrot as he endures the banality of the pet store before being purchased by an equally insufferable young man. But while things between parrot and owner get off to a rocky start, the delights of having a pet (or human) bring them both around in the end.

Following the alphabet this book uses poetry and expository text to explain the Kentucky Derby horse-racing event, focusing on its culture and history, famous winners both horse and rider, and offering a behind-the scenes view of thoroughbred breeding and racing.

Eduardo, a young boy living in present-day Ecuador, helps his father collect Brazil nuts from the Amazon rainforest. When poachers capture two tamarins Eduardo has befriended, he works to free them.

Jasper is a moon bear captured, caged, and milked of his bile used in China for medicinal purposes. He along with many other moon bears are given a second chance through the rescue efforts of Animals Asia and provided a home at their sanctuary.

As a trio of tired tots settles into bed for the night, the sheep who should be helping them count down to sleep kick up their hooves instead in an energetic dance performance. They tap, they waltz, they even boogie. But finally, after their energy is danced out, nap sheep lull everyone to sleep.

From the author-illustrator team that created Grandma Loves You! comes a touching story just for Mommy and baby. Told in charming verse with the signature bunny characters, this book celebrates the deep love a mother has for her child, this pair's adventures and tender moments will warm the heart.

Following the alphabet this book uses poetry and expository text to explore the history of lighthouses on the Great Lakes, detailing famous structures, local lore, as well as notable moments in Great Lakes history.

Portrayed as a bunny family, Grandma and her new grandbaby experience an immediate and precious love.

Following the sea shanty rhyme of "What Do You Do With . . .," a ship's crew of sailors has to contend with a coterie of mythical sea creatures that includes a grumpy kraken, a sickly sea serpent, and a tearful gigantic tortoise, all demanding comfort and attention. Back matter includes information about the sea creatures featured, music and lyrics, along with a brief history of sea shanties.

We all know Helen Keller's story--but what else do you know about her? Did you know she was an activist, a rebel, a performer, a romantic... and so much more! Most stories about Helen Keller focus on the story of her deaf-blindness and scholarship, but there is more to Helen than her disability. This bouncy, rhyming story is an excellent tool for teaching children to see beyond the surface with everyone they encounter.

Lily has a hole. It eats her joy, makes her angry, and--no matter what Daddy does to try to help--it just keeps growing. So Lily retreats. But a friend lets her in on a secret (he has a hole too!) and shows her the best way to repair holes: spend time on friends, family, the things you love, yourself, and kindness. Those patches don't make the hole go away, but they help. A lyrical and age-appropriate story for learning to cope with grief and loss.

During WWI a young girl, missing her soldier father, looks for a way to help the war effort. Her teacher encourages her in her idea to collect peach pits, which are used in gas masks to help combat chemical poisoning.