All The Colors Of The Earth

Grades: PreK–4
Author: Sheila Hamanaka / Illustrator: Sheila Hamanaka

Inspired by her own two children's multi-ethnic heritage, Ms. Hamanaka uses soaring text and beautiful art to celebrate the glorious diversity of children laughing, loving and glowing with life.

All The World

Grades: PreK–4
Author: Liz Garton Scanlon / Illustrator: Marla Frazee

Awards: ALA Notable Book;Caldecott Honor Book;Booklist Editors' Choice;Silver Remi Worldfest Houston;Bank Street Best Book of the Year;NY Times Bestseller

This story follows a circle of family and friends over the course of a day—from morning till night. The importance of all things great and small in our world, from the tiniest shell on the beach…to warm family connections…to the widest sunset sky…is affirmed.

Reviews:
"...beautiful, fully animated...carefully preserves award-winning illustrator, Marla Frazee's style. Highly recommended." - ***1/2, Video Librarian
"This (film) is a wonderful way to enjoy the book and, perhaps, see connections that might not otherwise obvious." - Starred Review, School Library Journal
"This is a lovely animated adaptation of the 2010 Caldecott Honor Book...Narrator Joanne Woodward reads with warmth and conviction, savoring each word." - Booklist

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL - includes: SCRAMBLED STATES OF AMERICA, THE; THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND

Grades: K–5

Includes:
• THE SCRAMBLED STATES OF AMERICA - written and illustrated by Laurie Keller, narratated by John Carroll and Chevy Chase
• THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND - written by Woody Guthrie, illustrated by Kathy Jakobsen

BACK TO SCHOOL STORIES AND MORE includes: MISS NELSON HAS A FIELD DAY;CRAZY HAIR DAY;WILL I HAVE A FRIEND?

Grades: PreK–5

Includes:
• MISS NELSON HAS A FIELD DAY - written by Harry Allard and illustrated by James Marshall, narrated by Diana Canova
• CRAZY HAIR DAY - written and illustrated by Barney Saltzberg, narrated by Zach Braff
• WILL I HAVE A FRIEND? - written by Miriam Cohen and illustrated by Lillian Hoban, narrated by David de Vries
• Interview with Barney Saltzberg
• Crazy Hair Day Song

BACK-TO-SCHOOL STORIES - includes: CHRYSANTHEMUM; MONTY; DAY JIMMY’S BOA ATE THE WASH, THE

Grades: PreK–4

Includes:
• CHRYSANTHEMUM - written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes, narrated by Meryl Streep
• MONTY - written and illustrated by James Stevenson. Monty, a dependable and considerate alligator taxi for three children who need to get to school every day, decides that he needs a vacation when their back seat driving proves more than he can handle
• DAY JIMMY'S BOA ATE THE WASH - written by Trinka Hakes Noble, illustrated by Steven Kellogg

BE KIND

Grades: K–1
Author: Pat Zietlow Miller / Illustrator: Jen Hill

When Tanisha spills grape juice all over her new dress, her classmate wants to make her feel better, wondering: What does it mean to be kind? From asking the new girl to play to standing up for someone being bullied, this moving story explores what kindness is, and how any act, big or small, can make a difference?or at least help a friend. With a gentle text from the award-winning author of Sophie's Squash, Pat Zietlow Miller, and irresistible art from Jen Hill, Be Kind is an unforgettable story about how two simple words can change the world.

BE PROUD! BE BRAVE! BE KIND! Includes - AMAZING GRACE; BRAVE IRENE; WILFRID GORDON McDONALD PARTRIDGE

Grades: PreK–4

Includes:
• AMAZING GRACE - written by Mary Hoffman, illustrated by Caroline Binch, narrated by Alfre Woodard
• BRAVE IRENE - written and illustrated by William Steig, narrated by Lindsay Crouse
• WILFRID GORDON McDONALD PARTRIDGE - written by Mem Fox, illustrated by Julie Vivas, narrrated by Mem Fox

Be Strong

Grades: K–1
Author: Pat Zietlow Miller / Illustrator: Jen Hill

A picture book about finding strength in unlikely places from the team behind the hugely popular New York Times bestseller Be Kind.

When her gym class must face the school rock-climbing wall, Tanisha is discouraged. Her muscles are weak, and she knows she'll never reach the top like Cayla.

But maybe strength is about more than just muscles.

With help from her family, Tanisha learns that by showing up, speaking up, and not giving up, she can be strong, too. And that people are the strongest when they work together and trust each other.

Award-winning author Pat Zietlow Miller has reunited with illustrator Jen Hill for Be Strong, another unforgettable story sure to inspire kids and adults alike.

Bink & Gollie

Grades: PreK–3
Author: Kate DiCamillo;Alison McGhee / Illustrator: Tony Fucile

Awards: Theodor Seuss Geisel Medal;ALA Notable book;Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year;Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year;Oppenheim Toy Portfolio, Platinum Award

These two girls are marvelous companions who often do not agree…on socks…or goldfish…or venturing to the Andes. This humorous story relates how compromise helps these two very different individuals remain the best of friends.

Reviews:
"...delightful DVD...ideal for school and public libraries." - The Midwest Book Review
"A solid program about odd couple friendship..." - Video Librarian

Bink & Gollie Stories

Grades: PreK–3
Author: Kate DiCamillo; Alison McGhee / Illustrator: Tony Fucile

Includes: Bink & Gollie and Bink & Gollie: Two for One - both stories narrated by Kate Micucci and Riki Lindhome