Jonathan London je uznávaný autor kníh pre deti, ktorého diela oslavujú prírodný svet. Prostredníctvom svojich príbehov sa snaží v deťoch podnietiť úctu a zvedavosť k zázrakom prírody. Jeho rozsiahla tvorba, ktorá zahŕňa viac ako sedemdesiat titulov, sa často zameriava na zvieratá a ich ekosystémy. Londonov prístup k písaniu je hravý a pútavý, čo zaručuje, že mladí čitatelia budú nielen pobavení, ale aj poučení o dôležitosti ochrany životného prostredia.
When you're with someone you love, every moment is extra special. Join a mother and her little one as they spend the day doing all of their favorite things together--playing games, climbing trees, and singing songs--until it's time for bed and sweet dreams.
This book offers a unique and insightful exploration of Native American culture, highlighting the deep connection between its traditions and the natural world. It serves as an exemplary introduction, emphasizing the significance of nature in shaping cultural values and practices. Through its intelligent narrative, readers gain a richer understanding of the themes and beliefs that define Native American communities.
A thrilling adventure unfolds as novice rafter Aaron embarks on a life-changing journey through Utah's canyonlands. Facing not only the challenges of white water but also personal growth, he navigates the wilds while discovering resilience and courage. Jonathan London crafts a fast-paced narrative that captivates young readers, blending excitement with valuable life lessons.
Froggy is going to the doctor for a checkup, and heas feeling a little nervous. "What if the doctor wants to give me a shot?" he thinks. He worries as he dresses and then he can't sit still in the waiting room. Finally, it's time to go in and change for his exam, but . . . OOOPS! He's forgotten his underwear! And that's just the beginning of Froggy's hilarious doctor visit that ends reassuringly with a gold star and a lollipop.
It's time for bed! Not if Froggy has his way! Even after a long day of playing, Froggy's still not tired. His bath is ready, but first Froggy has to find his boat. And where are his pajamas? And how did his toothbrush get into the cookie jar? Oh, Frrooggyy! Now it's time to go to sleep, right? But Froggy can't sleep without a bedtime story! Join Froggy as he hops, flops, and zips from one familiar bedtime ritual to another. Illustrated by Frank Remkiewicz
Frogs are supposed to be great swimmers. "Not me!" says Froggy, who's afraid of the water. But with a little encouragement, some practice, and the help of a silly song or two, Froggy becomes an expert frog-kicker! Full color.
Here comes Froggy’s marching band, led by the one and only Frogilina. Froggy and his pals are sure they can win the big prize in the Apple Blossom Parade, even though they haven’t been playing together very long. They just need to remember the rules: Don’t look left. Don’t look right. And DON’T STOP FOR ANYTHING! But when Froggy’s around, things never go quite as planned….
It's Froggy's mother's birthday, and Froggy wants to bake her birthday cake all by himself. He gathers the chocolate, the sugar, the eggs, the flour, and pretty soon, Froggy has all the ingredients he needs to make?a big mess! Jonathan London and Frank Remkiewicz have collaborated on the six previous Froggy books, and they've cooked up another winner here, sweetened with generous helpings of Froggy humor and charm.
The sequel to Desolation Canyon takes readers on a thrilling and occasionally terrifying kayak adventure through the Inside Passage, featuring the same beloved characters. As they navigate the challenges of the journey, suspense and excitement unfold, promising a gripping experience for fans of the series. Look forward to the next installment, Grizzly Peak, set to release in February 2017.
A pet! Mom has agreed: Froggy can have a pet. Off to the pet store they go. Mom would prefer a bunny or some mice, but Froggy and his little sister, Pollywogilina, have their hearts set on a doggy. And when Froggy sees the little dog with big brown eyes, he begs to take her home. Mom cautions Froggy about all the new responsibilities he will have taking care of Doggy, but Froggy’s sure there will be no problem. He doesn’t count on Doggy being more difficult to train than he expected. Froggy always lands himself in a pickle, but he always bounces back. That’s why everyone loves him!
Sean roars like a lion. But the lion who is Sean has asthma, and suddenly it's hard for him to breath. The whole family pitches in to help deliver the treatment, and soon Sean is King of the Jungle again―roaring louder than ever.
It's a special occasion, so Froggy and his parents are going to eat dinner in a fancy restaurant. When they arrive at the restaurant, Froggy's mom has a few rules for him: "Be neat, be quiet, and don't put your feet on the table." But it's so hard for Froggy to sit still. He fidgets, he squirms, and he sssllluuuurrrrpppps his spaghetti. Then he spots Frogilina across the restaurant-now it's impossible for Froggy to follow the rules!
Froggy tries to find just the right costume for Halloween and although his trick-or-treating does not go as he had planned, he manages to enjoy himself anyway.Children have enjoyed the misadventures of trouble-prone Froggy in more than twenty books. Froggy just never learns — and that's why we love him!“An enjoyable, light-hearted comedy of errors, cheerfully illustrated with festive Halloween details.” — Booklist“Children will just love this frog, and non-scary Halloween stories are much needed, especially good ones.” — School Library Journal
Aaron embarks on a thrilling river kayaking trip with his dad, where he faces challenges that test his perseverance, patience, and survival skills. Throughout their journey, he encounters wildlife such as bears and moose, and navigates life-threatening situations, making for an exhilarating adventure. Fans of Aaron's Wilderness series can continue the journey in "Desolation Canyon" and "Bella Bella."
How does a bunny hug? Snuggle wuggle, snuggle wuggle. How does a monkey hug? Swing-a-ling, swing-a-ling. And how do you hug? Everybody loves to hug! You hug your mama, and your mama hugs you. You hug your papa, and your papa hugs you. But how do baby animals cuddle up with their mamas and papas? Pull the covers up tight and stretch out your arms to snuggle with the ones you love. •Companion to the popular Wiggle Waggle, an ABA Pick of the Lists •Reinforces simple sounds and colors •An interactive read-aloud for very young children •Children's Book-of-the-Month Club Selection
Froggy loves the library in this twenty-fifth book in the Froggy series! When Froggy and Mom and Pollywogilina set out for the library, Froggy brings a wheelbarrow to hold all the books he plans to borrow. There are so many to choose from: Dinosaur books! Books about Space Frog! Froggy is so excited that he forgets to use his indoor voice. Still, readers enjoy Froggy’s antics, and so does Miss Otterbottom, the librarian. “Come again soon, Froggy,” she says. "Another uproarious adventure. . . Remkiewicz’s brightly colored, cartoonish scenes, which depict lots of bouncy action, are a great complement for London’s energetic text and irrepressible character. A natural fit for a fun library storytime."—Booklist
Froggy has a ball visiting Grandma! When Froggy and his family go to visit Grandma, they look forward to all kinds of fun: a baseball game, a trip to the amusement park, a visit to the museum to see the Frogga Lisa. But best of all is cooking with Grandma and learning to make her specialty, spaghetti with fly sauce. Froggy's antics everywhere he goes will delight his many fans.
Froggy hopes to make lots of money at his lemonade stand--but things often go wrong for Froggy! Froggy sets up his lemonade stand on a very hot day. He dreams of all the things he will buy with his profits: a pogo stick, a hula hoop. But Froggy is very thirsty, and by the time customers appear, all the lemonade is gone. But Froggy has good friends and together they find a solution.
To go where you've never been before, someplace dark and cold and wild, takes great courage--and promises greater rewards. In Jonathan London's haunting story, a boy opens his door one winter night to let in a magnificent lynx. The lynx commands him to climb on his back and takes him into the wilderness to ride the northern lights as far as the moon. Full color.
Der kleine Hase Liplap vermisst seine verstorbene Grossmutter sehr. Er ist froh zu hören, dass sie sich in einen Stern verwandelt hat, der ihm immer zusieht und über ihn wacht.
Wenn der Molch im Frühling erwacht, besucht er als erstes seine Freundin, die Schildkröte. Zusammen verbringen sie die Zeit bis zum Winterschlaf. Dabei muss die Schildkröte immer wieder dem Molch aus allerlei Schwierigkeiten helfen.
Tiere zu beobachten, das fasziniert jedes Kind. Eines Tages wird auf dem Hof ein Lamm gerissen und die Spuren führen in den Wald ... Eine berührende Geschichte über das Mit- und Nemeneinander von Menschen und Wildtieren. (Quelle: Prospekt Sauerländer, Herbst '99).