Born different, the ugly duckling is mocked by his siblings, rejected by other ducks, and even shunned by his own mother. The sad little bird leaves home, starting a journey where he is jeered at and hunted as he struggles to survive on his own-only to discover that the identity he longed for was within him all along.

The adventures of Desperaux Tilling, a small mouse of unusual talents, the princess that he loves, the servant girl who longs to be a princess, and a devious rat determined to bring them all to ruin.

An illustrated version of the classic Christmas poem about a visit from St. Nick. Includes a specially created three-track musical and narrative CD featuring Moore's tale set to music by Noel Paul Stookey, an reading by Mary Travers over a special score composed by Peter Yarrow with Peter and Noel joining Mary one last time in her final performance, plus the classic Peter, Paul and Mary holiday favorite, "A' Soalin."

Laura and her family are moving west again, this time to Dakota Territory. Laura really likes their frontier home until the night she and Carrie take a walk and come face to face with a huge prairie wolf!

"National Geographic Kids Chapter books pick up where the best-selling National Geographic Readers series leaves off, offering young animal lovers who are ready for short chapters lively, true stories just right to carry in your backpack, share with your friends, and read under the covers at night. Follow along as National Geographic Kids Chapters' presents a trio of true stories about incredible acts of animal heroism. Courageous Canine features...

"Appaloosas are best known for their spots. No two Appaloosas have the same pattern of spots. Learn about the history and features of this unique-looking breed in Appaloosas, part of the I Love Horses series"--

"Fifteen years ago, Rudi Matt's father died trying to climb the Citadel, the last unconquered summit in the Alps. Now, at 16, Rudi wants to place his banner on the top to prove that it can be done."

Dorothy and her friends follow the enchanted road to Oz and arrive in time for Ozma's birthday party.

A horse in nineteenth-century England recounts his experiences with both good and bad masters. Illustrated notes throughout the text explain the historical background of the story.

"Meet the manatee! Learn about how this underwater mammal comes to the surface to breathe. Elementary-aged readers will discover how manatees use their whiskers to search for food. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these fascinating sea creatures. A Portuguese folk tale explains how manatees are connected to mermaids. Part of Creative Education's Amazing Animals series, this title will delight animal...