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Books in Growing Tree series

  • Maybe My Baby

    Irene O'Book, Paula Hible

    Board book (HarperFestival, Jan. 23, 1998)
    Maybe My BabyFor babies who are fascinated by faces of other babies, here is a love poem from parent to child perfect for sharing.Dancer, astronaut, builder, athlete—what will baby grow up to be? Here is a love poem from parent to child, illustrated in a way that babies love—with funny photos of other babies. Irene O’Book is a poet and artist. This is her first book for children. She lives in Garrison, NY. Dancer, astronaut, builder, athlete—what will baby grow up to be? Here is a love poem from parent to child, illustrated in a way that babies love—with funny photos of other babies. Irene O’Book is a poet and artist. This is her first book for children. She lives in Garrison, NY.
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  • What in the World?

    Eve Merriam, Barbara J. Duke

    Hardcover (Harpercollins Childrens Books, Jan. 1, 1998)
    In a new picture book edition, the author's classic poem becomes a simple guessing game featuring clever fold-out pages that reveal a variety of playful surprises. By the author of The Inner-City Mother Goose.
  • Cow Moo Me

    Stephen Losordo, Jane Conteh-Morgan

    Board book (HarperFestival, Aug. 28, 1998)
    For babies beginning to respond to rhythm, this silly rhyming verse is a perfect read-aloud.
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  • You Can't Catch Me

    Charlotte Doyle, Rosanne Litzinger

    Hardcover (HarperFestival, Feb. 28, 1998)
    Delighted in by toddlers everywhere, a familiar sport is captured in bold, full-color illustrations that prove that getting caught--especially in a reassuring embrace--is even more fun than getting away.
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  • My First Songs

    Public Domain, Jane Manning

    Board book (HarperFestival, Jan. 23, 1998)
    My First Songs...For toddlers who love to sing and dance, this collection contains ten favorite, easy-to-sing songs.Here’s a toddler’s top-ten collection of easy-to-sing songs. Join in the chorus of such favorites as Take Me Out to the Ball Game, London Bridge Is Falling Down, Old MacDonald Had a Farm, and Ring Around the Rosie. Here’s a toddler’s top-ten collection of easy-to-sing songs. Join in the chorus of such favorites as Take Me Out to the Ball Game, London Bridge Is Falling Down, Old MacDonald Had a Farm, and Ring Around the Rosie.
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  • Wings Across the Moon

    Linda Hargrove, Joung Un Kim

    Paperback (HarperFestival, May 8, 2001)
    A lyrical poem describes a variety of nighttime creatures that fly about in the evening sky, such as owls and fireflies, and the sounds and movements that each one makes.
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  • Hey, Little Baby!

    Nola Buck, R. W Alley

    Board book (HarperFestival, Feb. 18, 1999)
    Hey, Little Baby, look at me! I can read a book. I can count to three.Toddlers love to show off their budding skills, especially to a new baby. Here, the can-do's of a big sister are boldly expressed in confident verse. Young children dealing with the frustration and fun of having a new baby around are sure to relate to this humorous story.
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  • It's Time!

    Kathleen W. Deady, Jill Newton

    Board book (HarperFestival, May 7, 2002)
    It's Time!Your 2 1/2-year-old thrives on predictable patterns of language and simple stories.Tips for reading and sharing:With your child, point out the animals in each picture Ask your child what sound each animal makesEncourage your child to chime in on the refrain, "It's time!"
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  • Wrapping Paper Romp

    Patricia Hubbell, Jennifer Plecas

    Board book (HarperFestival, Aug. 28, 1998)
    Baby's got a present. A present in a box.It's time to do the wrapping paperWrapping paper romp.Here is a playful poem exploring the simple fun of opening a present. There's lots of colorful paper and ribbons to tear, rustle, and crumple as this toddler and kitten unwrap a gift. And as every baby knows--the packaging is even more fun than what's inside! Adorable and lively illustrations by Jennifer Plecas capture the simple joy and fun of this common experience.
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  • Do You Know New?

    Jean Marzollo, Mari Takabayashi

    Board book (Festival, Jan. 2, 1998)
    Do you know new?For infants starting to coo and babble, this gentle poem echoes babies' first attempts at language.
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  • Backyard Bedtime

    Susan Hill, Barry Root

    Board book (HarperFestival, May 8, 2001)
    A tender bedtime story for 1-year-olds who crave routine, illustrated by award-winning artist Barry Root.
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  • Show Me!

    Tom Tracy, Darcia Labrosse

    Board book (HarperFestival, March 5, 1999)
    Show me your nose, is that where it grows? I'm gonna nuzzle that nose!Tom Tracy depicts a familiar game that is a favorite with babies and toddlers. Who can resist nuzzling noses tweaking cheeks and tickling tummies? Darcia Labrosse's tender illustrations capture the simple fun of this gentle game with warmth and glee.An Alternate Selection of Childrens Book-of-the-Month Club
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