Picture Books from Portia's Books

Retelling of an old fable of how Ming Lo eventually moves the huge mountain. Beautiful, soft watercolors will delight young readers. Lobel is the prize winning author of the beloved Frog and Toad series. Book is as new.

Not at all a "typical" picture book (though Shed's paintings are lovely). Squanto, a member of the Patuxet people, was taken by ship to Spain about 1614. After he was returned to his homeland, he helped the English settlers in many ways. This tells that story, ending with the harvest being celebrated as the first Thanksgiving. With Author's note and… Ler mais sobre este item

Beautiful, 25th Anniversary edition of Sendak's beloved picture book. The only flaw keeping this copy from being "As New" is a book plate inside the front cover, inscribed "Christmas 2009, Love from Grammie+ Grandpa". However, it appears the lucky child never read this copy. For sale also is a paperback, as new copy ($5.50).

This amazing, beautifully illustrated book resembles an atlas of women who shaped the nation of the United States. Over 100 are mentioned, in chronological sections (New World, Grwong Pains, Turn of the Century, to name a few). From Sacagawea to Martha Stewart, the author Harness casts a wide net in picking these "Great American Women". In her flowing script, Harness… Ler mais sobre este item

Sheila Kitzinger was a mother of 5, and British Midwife. This remarkable book, for children of nearly any age covers pregnancy and birth using matter of fact language. The photogaphy is striking. Your child (or classroom) will return to this lovely book again and again. Book is completely clean, showing very slight signs of being read in the past.

Since the words are simple, this story can be read by 2nd graders on up. Or read this aloud: the magic of a herd of western wild horses makes it a perfect bedtime story. Stunning natural watercolor depictions of southwest geology. This was first published in 2017 under a different title. Includes a glossary of horse related terms. A clean,… Ler mais sobre este item

A classic by the imaginative Seuss. This will be a loved gift, and is specially right at a time of transition, such as graduating from 1st grade, 5th grade, or even college. Book is as picured: no wear of any kind and a clean copy.

True to its title, the theme of Halloween is cleverly used to show multiplication in action. A Trumpet Club special edition, with wonderful illustrations.

For beginning readers of chapter books. Miss Sanchez' class is planning a fundraising fair. James is told to order flyers, and gets donations of butterflies and even a small plane, but this is not the type of flyer his teacher was thinking of! Book has slight marking on cover but is in very good condition.

Perfect for beginning readers. Science author Simon presents fascinating facts about orca whales, using easy vocabulary. Beautiful photos to bring the text alive. Book has very slight wear of front cover and is in very good condition.

Charming picture story of what beloved dragons want for party refreshments. With lively pencil/watercolor drawings. A clean, unmarked copy.

Ideal book for kids ages 6 to 16 who love the ocean and nature. Each page spread is a "chapter" illustrating a shark feature- sharks on the seabed, reproduction, shark jaws and others. The consultant, Harris, is from the London Zoo Aquarium and with his knowledge, Llewellyn has created a detailed story of life under the sea. In good condition.

Our old friend Curious George goes to see his friend Pedro dance onstage. Pedro is playing Jack, from Jack in the Beanstalk. George puts on a mask...and without meaning to, becomes part of the performance! For ages 3 and older. A clean copy, perfect for any child.

In this simple story, a girl goes to Marvin's store on Thanksgiving day to buy whipping cream. She enjoys her walk back home, where she helps her mother whip it. Then she eats pumpkin pie with whipped cream, with her family. "Thank you" is conveyed with simple sentences and colorful drawings which will delight any child. In excellent shape,… Ler mais sobre este item

Sarah and Luke, her cousin love to visit their grandparents' farm each summer. Grandma Rose says this year, they are in charge of starting a Petting Zoo. Though Sarah and Luke are careful, the calves and goats escape just as their zoo opens. THe chase is on! With several "asides" full of information about farm animals and petting zoos, this… Ler mais sobre este item

Mr McMillan picked two 8 year old kids, and for two days they cooked foods (recipes in this book)- then divided their results. Through photos- of cloverleaf rolls, divided into thirds, or strawberry pie, cut into fourths an so forth- the book makes fractions clear to young readers. A delightful book of photos!

Matti and his mother bake a gingerbread baby that escapes from their oven and leads a crowd on a chase similar to the one in the familiar tale, The Gingerbread Man. The end has a twist, though: Matti builds a gingerbread house (on the book's last page, readers can open it's walls). Complete with a CD narrated by Frances Sternhagen.… Ler mais sobre este item

Young Harry is taken to visit family friends, "Uncle" Charlie and "Aunt" Betty, whose children and unfamiliar foods make him feel squeamish at first. Then Betty's son Jonathan asks him to join a basketball game, and Harry ends up having a marvelous time. For ages six and up. This discontinued library copy has some marks on the flyleaves and inside… Ler mais sobre este item

Rosie's extended family gathers for a Passover seder. Every detail- from asking the Four Questions, to the aroma of delicious foods is described (and shown in loving drawings by the author). There's a careful picture of the Seder Plate, and the Four Questions are printed in both Hebrew and English. A clean, unmarked copy.

The story of how as a boy, Johann Sebastian Bach lived with his older brother Cristophe. Johann longs to copy the precious music score his brother forbids him to even see. So while the household is asleep, he steals into the music room to make his own copy in secret. Lovely watercolor illustrations. Copy has been well loved, with slight… Ler mais sobre este item