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Three hungry soldiers outwit greedy villagers into providing them with a feast, in this classic based on an old French tale.

What a gorgeous tribute this is that preserves as it distills for future generations the life of a little railroad station. With this quote, Arlo Guthrie salutes composer and musician Gordon Titcomb's hauntingly beautiful tribute to a bygone era. Titcomb reads and then performs the lyrics of the book, which are based on his song of the same name. Wendell Minor's spectacular paintings capture the majesty and beauty of this special time and the trains that traveled through it.

Come along with Chef Alice Waters on a wonderful trip to Delicious! She learned as a child, and wants all children to share with her, the joy of tasting real food that begins not in the kitchen, but in the fields with good soil and caring farmers. This lively presentation hronicles AliceI"e;COes passion, from her childhood to her travels to France, and back home to establish the landmark restaurant Chez Panisse and the Edible Schoolyard project. With an Afterword read by Alice Waters that offers children tips on how to enjoy good food, and a Note read by the author, this is a delightful and inspiring journey for kids of all ages!

"e;Despite a raging snowstorm, Irene, a dressmaker's daughter, offers to deliver the duchess's newly finished ball gown...With sure writing and well-composed, riveting art, Steig keeps readers with Irene every step of the long way"e;. - Booklist

Two friends get highly imaginative on an urban basketball court as they try to one-up the other in a popular game that turns into a humorous and inventive celebration of athletics and creativity.

A former basketball star, Farmer Will Allen is an innovator, educator, and community builder. When he looked at an abandoned city lot he saw a huge table, big enough to feed the whole world. With clear and lively text and bright, engaging illustrations, this inspiring story of his determination to bring good food to every table inspires as it informs.

"e;...a good choice for story hours and a pleasant introduction to the library for young or library-phobic children."e; - School Library Journal

It's only the third day of summer vacation and Zora has run out of things to do. Then she notices a sign in the hardware store for free zucchini plants - "e;Z like me,"e; she thinks! As she tends to her garden the inevitable happens - zucchini everywhere! How resourceful Zora resolves her dilemma makes for an inspiring and playful story on the satisfaction of growing, not just food but also a community!

Bee, a young orphan, is terribly hungry when she steals a bun from a local bakery. This desperate act sets off a series of events that takes the twelve-year-old on an incredible adventure that begins with her being hired by the baker and discovering that whatever she bakes reflects her current mood. Bee's unusual talent comes in handy as she helps her new friend Princess Anika escape the evil mage, meets up with pirates and finds a family. A magical, meaningful story and a most magnificent heroine will delight readers of all tastes!

Lilting rhyme and profuse illustrations put forth the premise that anything that contains something else can be considered a house.

"e;This short, rhyming tale...deals with the farm animals owned by George Washington. Guaranteed to stretch the imagination while tickling the funny bone...Narrator Peter Fernandez does a fine job of reading with a deadpan expression - adding to the credibility of the story. Delightful period music weaves in and out at appropriate times...Sound effects...emphasize the action...Add this one to your list of tall tales for a very moo-ving experience! "e; -School Library Journal

From the 1880's to the present, how the pledge came about and how and why it has changed since its original version, are all part of the history of this American symbol in this recently updated readalong.

The reason for the celebration of Martin Luther King Day is clearly and factually explained...Both the cassette and the book fill a void at the primary level for material on Martin Luther King. - School Library Journal

"e;...a fine addition to audio collections for beginning readers."e; - School Library Journal

Children love "e;jump tales"e; and this one is perfectly sized for even the littlest to remember after hearing a few times. Every fall the leaves drift down until the teeny tiny woman's house is buried, but this year she has a few surprises up her teeny tiny sleeves! This clever new story, starring a popular character from folklore, will be a BIG storytime favorite!

The stunning story and exquisite illustrations in this Caldecott Honor and Coretta Scott King Award-winning book can now be savored along with Troy "e;Trombone Shorty"e; Andrews reading the words and playing his trumpet in this readalong that will transport readers to New Orleans and beyond!

Sylvia is dismayed to receive a packet of spinach seeds for her class garden project. Sylvia HATES spinach! That is, until she actually grows it...and tastes it. Young gardeners will relate to Sylvia's delightful discovery that healthy eating can be fun!

A self-taught Mexican composer, arranger, bandleader and pianist, Esquivel was revered for his unusual instrumentation and innovative sounds and this striking music biography allows readers to see and hear why.

This third book in the Food Hero series features Chef Roy Choi, a "e;street cook"e; in Los Angeles whose "e;best good time"e; as a kid was family together, making food. Though he became an acclaimed chef, Roy Choi grew tired of working in fine restaurants and started up the Kogi food trucks in Los Angeles, where he could remix the tastes he loved on the streets where he lived - Korean BBQ in a taco. Once folks tasted the Kogi tacos, they lined up, all kinds of people talking and laughing together. Back on the streets, in the food trucks, opening cafes in old neighborhoods, Roy found his "e;best good time"e; remixing fast food, remixing neighborhoods, feeding hungry people, cooking up joy. This biography brims with passion and excitement and the happiness that comes from doing what you love while giving back.

Intrepid Little Pig, from LITTLE PIG JOINS THE BAND, is back in a new adventure where once again he's too small to join his older brothers and sisters - this time at sailing camp. Brother Tiny gives Little Pig some rope and tells him to practice tying knots, but when Grandpa and Poppy come over with a model ship his sailing fun really begins. All week they happily sail the boat in the stream until on Saturday a gust of wind carries the ship down the waterfall and Poppy can't quite reach it. How Little Pig uses his knot-tying skills to save the day gives him his own sailing stories to share with his siblings on their return. This intergenerational tale of family and cooperation, along with the irresistible charm of Little Pig, will delight listeners of all ages.