Books with author Laura Gates Galvin

In a backyard in southern New England, Bumblebee emerges from her winter hibernation and soon her nest is a flurry of activity. Follow Bumblebee and her young as they collect nectar while buzzing around a New England backyard. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Bumblebee at Apple Tree Lane is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard! This book includes an audiobook cassette tape with realistic sound effects for added fun.Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Paperback dimensions: 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches- Cassette Tape

Children read and watch as baby Giraffe is born and has a day full of learning new things. With simple text and fun photography of a baby giraffe, children are bound to read this book over and over. Also included is an easy-to-download e-book version of the book. Book Features:- Simple text and fun photos- 16 sturdy board pages- Easy-to download e-book- Appropriate for ages: 18 months-5 yrs- Dimensions: 7 x 7 inches

Join Baby Lamb as he sets off to join his friends for a fun-filled day of games and adventure. Baby Lamb Finds a Friend, a 16-page sturdy board book, is part of Soundprints' Baby Animals series, which teaches kids that young animals depend on their Mommies and Daddies just as much as young children. Baby Lamb Finds a Friend offers a delightful story complemented by rare photographs of a baby lamb playing with his friends, a combination that is sure to excite all little learners! Also included is an adorable stuffed toy baby lamb! An e-book and printable activities are included and are easy-to-download.Book Features:- Cute photographs of an adorable baby lamb- Easy-to-download e-book and printable activities- 16 sturdy board pages- Appropriate for ages 18 months to 5 yrs- Dimensions: 7 x 7 inches

Children follow the Black Bear family as they cool off in the lake, find honey in the woods and have a fun day of playing and exploring! Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Black Bear at Sweet Berry Trail is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Hardcover dimensions: 12 x 8 3/4 inches

This book and toy set has been authenticated by the Smithsonian Institution's museum curators. A portion of the publisher's proceeds from your purchase supports the educational mission of the Smithsonian Institution. Little animal lovers are thrilled with this special Baby Ocean Animals pack. Included are 2 full-color 7"x7" board books, each with 16 sturdy pages of sweet photographs of adorable baby ocean animals. Heartwarming photograpy and engaging stories about the everyday lives of these baby ocean animals fascinate and resonate with children of all ages. Children follow Baby Polar Bear as he explores the water and begins to paddle in Baby Polar Bear Learns to Swim. While in Baby Dolphin's Busy Day, children play along with Baby Dolphin as his mommy teaches him how to swim on his back, catch food and leap in the air. Fluffy, 6" plush stuffed animal toys of both animals make this pack as cute as can be. A fun and informative pack for all young children learning to read.

Peep, Chirp and Quack are on the look-out for colors and shapes as they explore the Big Wide World. This interactive storybook comes with 26 learning cards and a read-along CD that adds to the fun and helps children learn all about colors and shapes. The audio CD also includes a sing-along song, original music, additional activities and ideas for other games to play with the cards.

Armadillo emerges from her burrow in search of tasty insects, but her peaceful hunt will be interrupted by a hungry coyote and a trip across a busy roadway. How will Armadillo manage? This fun and informative story with detailed illustrations has been reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Hardcover dimensions: 12 x 8 3/4 inches

Deer Mouse prepares a nest for her soon-to-be babies, and then ventures into the night for a snack. But in the back yard lurks danger, as there is a prowling cat and swooping owl hoping to make Deer Mouse their snack. Will Deer Mouse make it back safely to her nest to have her babies? Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Deer Mouse at Old Farm Road is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- 32 pages- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Mini book dimensions: 5 7/8 x 4 3/4 inches