Books with author Larry Dast

Do you like challenges? You'll find plenty in this entertaining book filled with cleverly hidden pictures. Look closely at each of the 24 full-page illustrations to discover some very unusual objects located in out-of-the-way places.A peaceful tableau of a lion and its mate reveals — on closer examination — a clothespin, spool of thread, teddy bear, and ear of corn, among other items. And that appealing scene of puppies at play also includes a barbecue fork, seahorse, two carrots, party cap, fireman's ax, and an ice cream scoop.Older children and adults can sharpen their perception skills as they look for hidden pictures. Each charmingly rendered illustration is accompanied by a list of the items to be found in that picture.

Today you can get just about any kind of food — at any time — without much of a wait thanks to fast food. These speedy snacks can be found at concession stands, delicatessens, ice cream parlors, doughnut shops, and, of course, fast food restaurants. Pizza, hamburgers, French fries, doughnuts, and sixteen other delectable delights are in this appetizing assortment of fast food stickers. To use the stickers, simply peel and apply.

Learning while having fun is as easy as ABC with 23 activity-packed puzzles. Children can focus on practicing alphabet expertise with eye-catching illustrations that feature oodles of objects beginning with each letter of the alphabet. The pages are great for coloring, too! Free Teacher's Manual available. Grades: 1–2.Boost: Seriously Fun Learning!Keeping children entertained and engaged is the key to learning, and the Boost series offers a wide range of fun-filled coloring and activity books that help teach a variety of basic skills. Each title is targeted to a specific grade range and carefully aligned with the Common Core State Standards, which are listed at the bottom of each page.

Whimsical, eye-catching illustrations fill 25 fun-to-search picture puzzles featuring oodles of objects beginning with every letter from A to Z. Children will sharpen their alphabet skills with an outdoor painting session bursting with things beginning with the letter A . . . a funny birthday scene filled with letter B objects . . . and many more ready-to-color — and easy to learn from — illustrations! Solutions provided.