Books with author Linda Bronson

Brianna doesn't know how she'll make it through her first winter in Portland. It rains too much, she misses her mother and the country life they once shared, and with Christmas coming up she's having a hard time adjusting to life with only her dad. When she finds a kitten trapped in their garage, Brianna is sure things will get better. But nothing goes as planned, and Brianna wonders what she's gotten herself into.CAT TALES is a series of short, stand-alone fiction celebrating the human-animal bond, from award-winning author Linda Benson. They can be read in any order.

Sing a song, share a poem, settle in for a cozy read -- here's a lovely collection that celebrates the Christmas spirit."Smooth clean and frost whiteThe world looks good enough to bite.That's the season to be young,Catching snowflakes on your tongue."- Ogden NashWhat makes Christmas time so special? It's a season to be shared with family and friends. So take a dash through the snowdrifts on an open sleigh; spend a quiet moment remembering a Christmas long past; or sing out in joyful celebration! From the tender and moving to the bustling and cheerful, this stunning collection of poems and songs captures Christmas in all its magical glory.

In a world that has forgotten the ancient bond between horses and humans, can one girl's dreams make people remember?Sahara travels with her clan in a future, barren environment where recyclables are bartered for sustenance, and few remember horses or their connection to humans. But Sahara has recurring dreams of riding astride on magnificent animals that run like the wind. At the Gardener's Camp, she discovers a valuable book and learns that her visions are real. But how can she persuade others of the ancient bond between horses and humans, when she is labeled just a foolish girl?When Sahara discovers a helpless young horse, she must use both her courage and inborn knowledge to keep the animal safe, convince others of the true worth of horses, and learn the secret of her real identity.

An inventive alphabet book with three-dimensional illustrations -- especially accessible for preschoolers"C is for Clowncurved round like a noodle.D is for Dog who looks like a poodle."Come meet the most stupous performers in town -- monkeys on stilts, sheep on trapeze, and clowns of all shapes and sizes. These are just a few of the zany characters you'll discover at this three-ring show. But unlike most circus affairs, the performers in this extraordinary cast turn, twist, and flip through the air as they form the letters of the alphabet from A to Z.With playful verse and stunning illustrations -- made of everything from cotton to wallpaper fabric -- Linda Bronson brings the alphabet and the circus together under one quirky tent.

Over sixty beloved nursery rhymes all dressed up in a fresh new look."Little Miss Muffet,sat on her tuffet,eating her curds and whey . . ."A princess who has lost her shoe. Little Boy Blue. A teeny-tiny spider. Jack Spratt. A fiddling cat . . .Nursery rhymes—with their lyrical, playful verse—introduce young children to the rhythms of language. In this delightful collection, favorite classics are rediscovered in Linda Bronson’s three-dimensional pictures. So share a comfy chair and recite along as funny characters in all shapes and sizes leap from the pages right into the imagination.

Dee finds an injured tabby hiding in a blackberry patch, and risks her mother's wrath to bring it home. But as the cat regains health and sneaks its way into Dee's heart, it ultimately will heal her family in totally unexpected ways.CAT TALES is a series of short, stand-alone fiction celebrating the human-animal bond, from award-winning author Linda Benson. They can be read in any order.

When Spuds goes missing, Hannah's whole world comes crashing down, and all signs point to the horseshoer. But is he really to blame for Spuds' disappearance? Can a faraway friend help find this special cat, or is it already too late?CAT TALES is a series of short, stand-alone fiction celebrating the human-animal bond, from award-winning author Linda Benson. They can be read in any order.

Contains the first four stories in the Cat Tales series (The Winter Kitten, The Springtime Cat, The Summer Cat, and The Autumn Kitten) from award-winning author Linda Benson, plus a note from the author.These heart-warming stories, celebrating the bond we have with our pets, are suitable for the entire family and can be read in any order. Enjoy the first four of the series in one volume - guaranteed to warm your heart in any season.THE WINTER KITTEN - Brianna doesn't know how she'll make it through her first winter in Portland. When she finds a kitten trapped in the garage, nothing goes as planned.THE SPRINGTIME CAT - When Dee finds an injured tabby, she has no idea of the surprises ahead. Can one cat heal an entire family?THE SUMMER CAT - Spuds is missing, and Hannah's whole world comes crashing down. Did the horseshoer have a hand in the cat's disappearance?THE AUTUMN KITTEN - Life becomes complicated when Grace falls for a pair of blue eyes she spots online. Will she let a kitten decide who she should date?

In a world that has forgotten the ancient bond between horses and humans, can one girl's dreams make people remember? Sahara travels with her clan in a future, barren environment where recyclables are bartered for sustenance, and few remember horses or their connection to humans. But Sahara has recurring dreams of riding astride on magnificent animals that run like the wind. But how can she persuade others of the ancient bond between horses and humans, when she is labeled just a foolish girl? When Sahara discovers a helpless young horse, she must use both her courage and inborn knowledge to keep the animal safe, convince others of the true worth of horses, and learn the secret of her real identity.

Emma Buttersnap is throwing a special tea party, and there's so much to do before the guests arrive. From creating the invitations and the menu to buying and preparing the finger foods and tea, Emma hasn't a minute to spare.Young children love to play tea party, and now Emma Buttersnap can show them how to plan the perfect affair. This interactive book introduces children to the origins of tea, one of the world's favorite beverages. The text combines interesting facts (in the eighteenth century, ladies used to carry their own teacups to parties in special cases) with historical anecdotes (the Earl of Sandwich invented the sandwich to keep his fingers from getting greasy when playing cards). Craft projects and delicious recipes, which children can try with the help of an adult, are also included. Add Linda Bronson's gorgeously detailed illustrations and you get the perfect book for teatime--or any time!

Sometimes - you have to take a journey to find out where you really belong.With nowhere else to land, Olive gets shipped off to live with her aunt in rainy Washington State. Stuck in the country and surrounded with rescue animals, she longs to be reunited with her mother. On a search for the owner of a lost yellow Lab, she meets David, a boy who lives in the fancy houses along the river. As the friendship between these two grows, it will ultimately lead them to a risky crossroads, where they are forced to choose what really matters in life.