Books published by publisher iPicturebooks

An introduction to gorillas, gentle, shy residents of Africa.How do gorillas live their daily lives?How do they rear their young? This book offers a close-up look at the gorilla; at its senses, its life cycle, and its habitat. Jane Goodall, one of the world’s foremost naturalists, presents a series of books that explore the wonders of our planet’s wildlife. Geared especially for young readers, each book adheres to Dr. Goodall’s principles of learning about animals by observing the way they live.Written by Miriam Schlein, author of Project Panda WatchWith an introduction by Jane GoodallWith full-color photographs throughout A Byron Preiss Book

In this original ebook, rediscover the traditional children's tale about a poor and old shoemaker being helped by two elves.Photographed entirely on location in New Zealand, each image is a composite of numerous photos, seamlessly composed to create the master image. Having spent over 20 years working his special brand of photographic and digital imaging magic for internationally acclaimed advertising campaigns and photographers, Graeme Smallfield decided to work some magic on his own. He created the pictures for The Elves and the Shoemaker using sophisticated computer technology. His wife, Jane Smallfield, is a writer by trade, retelling the stories in a modern way and highlighting an underlying positive message in each tale.

About The Bank Street Ready-To-Read Series More than seventy years of educational research and innovative teaching have given the Bank Street College of Education the reputation as America's most trusted name in early childhood education. Because no two children are exactly alike in their development, we have designed the Bank Street Ready-to-Read series in three levels to accommodate the individual stages of reading readiness of children ages four through eight. • Level 1: Getting Ready To Read- (Pre-K to Grade 1) Books are perfect for reading aloud with children who are getting ready to read or are just beginning to read words or phrases. • Level 2: Reading Together-(Grades 1 to 3) Books are written especially for children who are on their way to reading independently but who may need help. • Level 3: I Can Read It Myself-(Grades 2 to 3) Books are designed for children able to read on their own. They also can be enjoyed as read-alouds. Our three levels make it easy to select the books most appropriate for a child's development and enable him or her to grow with the series step by step. The Bank Street Ready-to-Read books also overlap and reinforce each other, further encouraging the reading process. We feel that making reading fun and enjoyable is the single most important thing that you can do to help children become good readers. And we hope you'll be a part of Bank Street's long tradition of learning through sharing. -The Bank Street College of Education Mr. Big Brother Jon, Eli's big brother, has called Eli such nicknames as Mr. Bubble Gum, Mr. Baseball, and Mr. Garbage. Now, Eli is back better than ever, and this time, he is going to be a big brother. But there is more to being a big brother than meets the eye. Watch as Eli learns a special lesson in brotherly love.

FROM AMERICA'S MOST TRUSTED NAME IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Every book in the Bank Street Ready-to-Read series is targeted at the individual abilities of children ages three to eight as they develop reading skills. LEVEL I (PRE-K to GRADE 1) books are perfect for reading aloud with children who are getting ready to read or are just beginning to read words or phrases. A DOG'S TALE When Ruff was a lonely pup, he thought he'd never find the perfect owner. Then Wendy came along. In this delightful tail . . . uh . . . tale, Ruff teaches his very new friend how to give him tender loving care.

About The Bank Street Ready-To-Read Series More than seventy years of educational research and innovative teaching have given the Bank Street College of Education the reputation as America's most trusted name in early childhood education. Because no two children are exactly alike in their development, we have designed the Bank Street Ready-to-Read series in three levels to accommodate the individual stages of reading readiness of children ages four through eight. • Level 1: Getting Ready To Read- (Pre-K to Grade 1) Books are perfect for reading aloud with children who are getting ready to read or are just beginning to read words or phrases. • Level 2: Reading Together-(Grades 1 to 3) Books are written especially for children who are on their way to reading independently but who may need help. • Level 3: I Can Read It Myself-(Grades 2 to 3) Books are designed for children able to read on their own. They also can be enjoyed as read-alouds. Our three levels make it easy to select the books most appropriate for a child's development and enable him or her to grow with the series step by step. The Bank Street Ready-to-Read books also overlap and reinforce each other, further encouraging the reading process. We feel that making reading fun and enjoyable is the single most important thing that you can do to help children become good readers. And we hope you'll be a part of Bank Street's long tradition of learning through sharing. -The Bank Street College of Education The Plant That Kept On Growing Will and his twin sister really want to win first prize at the 4-H club fair. But they never dream their green thumbs will produce a plant that never stops growing! What is it? Find out for yourself in this deliciously funny rhyming story!

FROM AMERICA'S MOST TRUSTED NAME IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Every book in the Bank Street Ready-to-Read series is targeted at the individual abilities of children ages three to eight as they develop reading skills. LEVEL I (PRE-K to GRADE 1) books are perfect for reading aloud with children who are getting ready to read or are just beginning to read words or phrases. THE BOY WHO CRIED "WOLF!" A young shepherd tricks the townsfolk into thinking wolves are attacking his flock. He thinks his prank is funny, but what happens if a real wolf comes? Reading becomes a game with this delightful rebus retelling of the classic fable, perfect for children getting ready to read.