Kathy Henderson

Background lore on Christmas trees and a discussion of how they are grown for decorating our homes at Christmas.

An ancient Sumerian tale about the youngest and weakest of eight brothers who, caught up in an ill-advised war, uses his wits and courage and eventually becomes king.

Joe and Gram grow a garden, with the help of the good brown earth.

In illustrations and rhyming text, an active toddler demonstrates how water is meant for washing (splash splash splash), chairs for sitting (bounce bounce bounce), and saucepans for cooking (crash crash crash).

During the night while almost everyone is asleep, cleaners, bakers, astronomers, nurses, doctors, and many others carry on with their work.

As she's passed from one family member to another, Baby enjoys a rollicking ride.

A month-by-month description in pictures and words of what goes on in a city during the year.