Books with author Jasmine Simmons

When Bosun chooses a kitten to be his new ship's cat, he thinks he's a she and names him Doris! But Doris soon finds this isn't his only problem: making friends with the ship's dogs is tricky, and standing up to the shipyard bully will take a lot of courage... Will Doris ever be a true ship's cat?Meet a brilliant cast of animal characters in this charming Cornwall story of friendship and belonging, with beautiful black and white illustrations throughout.

It isn't fair!Ebb and Flo and their friend Bird are having a peaceful day at the beach until Flo's sandwiches disappear. Flo blames Ebb -- but she didn't do it! Ebb doesn't think it's fair to be blamed for something she didn't do so she goes off by herself to sulk. But just when Flo discovers who the real sandwich-nappers are, a terrible storm begins -- and Ebb is missing! Flo is worried and desperately wants to find her friend. Will Ebb and Flo -- and their friendship -- weather this storm?

Daisy, the little duck with the big feet, and her brother, Pip, go in search of the Beastie! When Grandpa tells Daisy and Pip all about the mysterious Farmyard Beastie, they decide to go in search of it. But the Beastie isn't with the chickens...it isn't with the geese...it isn't in the bar...but what is that strange noise coming from the shed? Might they have found the Beastie?!Another beautifully illustrated and fun Daisy story from the talented Jane Simmons.

When Beryl decides to look for a family that will love her just the way she is, from her pig nose to her curly tail, she bravely sets off on a journey that will ultimately change her life forever. Away from the cruel and ill-tempered pigs on the farm where she grew up, Beryl finds her preconceived notions of wild pigs-- and everything else--put to the test. And with the help of the many unlikely friends she meets, Beryl discovers, at the cost of some heartache, that there just might be a place she could call home after all. If she could only get there . . .

These chunky Daisy jigsaw books are perfect for young Daisy lovers. Each title has a two-piece jigsaw puzzle per page and a great interactive text full of noises and repetition. Time for Sleep, Daisy! It's time for sleep but Daisy has lots of other things to do before settling down. Join her bouncing on the lilypad, splashing with the fish and jumping with the frogs. Daisy on the Farm Join Daisy as she explores the farmyard to find out what all the other animals' homes look like.

Scientifically research-based program supports state standards in literacy, science, mathematics, social studies, art, and music to prepare children for Kindergarten. Teacher Guides help build and assess children's cognitive skills, alphabet knowledge, and social-emotional development. Interactive charts with songs and activities inspire class discussion and build oral vocabulary. Big books, Trade Books, and Little Books provide shared reading experiences and develop children's concepts of print. Contents also available separately.