A sister enumerates the joys of welcoming a new baby to the family and the advantages of already being "big."

"Leading phonics expert Wiley Blevins has updated his best-selling classic to include the latest in phonics instruction and the science of reading, as well as current research on handwriting and on phonemic awareness. This revised edition also offers ideas for maximizing your scope and sequence, practical tips for creating sound walls, a decodable text routine for building comprehension, strategies for differentiating during whole-group lessons while...

Due to their obvious frailties, an old dog and a fat cat manage to coexist relatively peacefully.

Ashley learns to pee and poop in her potty and makes the transition from diapers to big-girl pants. Includes tips for successful potty teaching.

With clear and inviting text and lively illustrations this book introduces the concepts of pregnancy and childbirth.

Describes Hannah's visit to the doctor's office for a routine examination.

A young girl tells the story of how she came to be her parents' child through adoption.

Hippo and his animal friends share a variety of adventures including making a wish, selling lemonade, and telling a scary story.

With the help of his animal friends, Hippo builds a house, paints a picture, breaks out in spots, and celebrates a birthday.

Every time his family gets excited over something Baby James can do, big brother Shane demonstrates that he can do even better, from burping to rolling over to walking.