Five ducklings explore their brand new world following their mother.

A determined duck pleads for grapes at the most unlikely of places: a lemonade stand. The story and song in this comical, musical picture book will delight both adults and children, who can play the song aloud while learning important lessons about persistence and compassion.

An ugly duckling spends an unhappy year ostracized by the other animals before he grows into a beautiful swan.

My book is a collection of experiences in my life from various vacations and trips I have taken and the different people I meet or see on the way. Some of the poems are personal and depict experiences with health issues and relationships. I ‘ve also included poems about my family and friends alike. There are poems related to social issues of the world today. And lastly, there are poems about my spiritual life and my appreciation for the positive power that guides me.

Playing in the mud was one of the ducklings’ favorite pastimes—mud pies were the order of the day! Daddy Duck of Whisper Pond was written with a story line encompassing multiple characters and centered on the fun to be found living around Whisper Pond. Meet characters such as Sally Squirrel and Bandy the Bear Cub as they share the experience of becoming friends at Whisper Pond.

One by one, four ducklings find the courage to jump into the pond and paddle with Mama Duck, until only Little Quack is left in the nest, trying to be brave.

How can I help my child become a good reader? Getting Ready to Read emphasizes the vital link between good reading skills and a love of books. You’ll discover the importance of talking and singing to your baby, of playing with and reading to your toddler, of encouraging your pre-schooler’s curiosity, and of making your child aware of the importance of reading in your life. This warm, practical guide provides you with advice about games and activities that will pave the way to good reading skills as they bring hours of enjoyment to both parent and child. You’ll discover: • Why it’s important for children to develop reading skills at their own pace • Which books to choose for each stage of your child’s development • How to monitor TV watching, and how to use TV as a teaching tool • Why all facets of your child’s development—physical, mental, and emotional—affect reading readiness • How to integrate reading readiness activities into your daily life . . . and much more. Featuring a special section with practice games and tests to help prepare your child for the Reading Readiness Tests administered by schools