Books in Nursery Collection series

It is fun to have fun. But you have to know how! Now babies and toddlers can have fun with the Cat in the Hat!This cloth playtime book is based on Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat. Complete with teething ring, squeaker, rattle, and textures to touch, this unique book is perfect for the stroller, crib, or high chair. It's sure to give babies and toddlers a warm welcome to the wonderful world of Dr. Seuss!

The Nursery Collection books are enhanced by special touches such as flocking and embossing on the cover and pages. Charming illustrations and soft, pastel colors distinguish the entire collection of traditional nursery rhymes, fairy tales, and lullabies. Nursery rhymes are a traditional part of early childhood. This beautifully illustrated book is filled with well-loved rhymes cherished by generations including One Two Buckle My Shoe, Three Blind Mice, and Little Miss Muffet.

“Jumping,” thought Fred,“ looks like wonderful fun. I can’t wait to grow legs and hop in the sun.” As a tadpole, Fred can’t wait to jump just like the older frogs. But one of Fred’s new legs is shorter than the other and the jumping coach tells Fred that maybe jumping is not for him. Instead of giving up, Fred figures out a special way to jump. He practices and practices ... until he can hit the target every time. Through storytelling, Baxter’s Corner® pursues its mission to inspire young children to develop positive social skills that affect behavior choices. Each book features fun filled pages that Go Beyond the reading with a series of questions and learning activities that focus on an important point for your young listener or reader, including: “What do you think” questions Fun facts about the featured animals Social skill activities “Stop and think” situations that show the effects of choices we make “Parents and educators share responsibility to engender in children empathy and a sense of responsibility. The children’s books from Baxter’s Corner help adults teach these essential skills through delightful stories. Not only are the characters engaging and their tales charming, the design of each story captivates the imagination of the child. As an educator for 40 years, I appreciate the Go Beyond feature at the end of each story. With the activities in this section, parents, grandparents and educators can turn story time into opportunities for lessons about the impact of the choices we make. We discover fun facts about the featured animal characters as well as questions that develop critical thinking and spark children’s creativity. Through the creative process, children develop essential life skills such as empathy, grit, imagination and critical thinking.” Suzanne Cooke, RSCJ Independent School Administrator Miami, Florida “Since I live in Baxter County, Arkansas, I had to check out your books and puppets. I am so glad I did! The delightful characters and books are perfect for my classroom of special needs children. My students will really benefit from these wonderful social stories. I have turned the reading corner of my classroom into The Gang at Baxter's Corner Reading Club. Thank you for creating these stories.” Rebecca Weliver Elementary Instructor Mountain Home, Arkansas

"Jumping," thought Fred," looks like wonderful fun. I can't wait to grow legs and hop in the sun." As a tadpole, Fred can't wait to jump just like the older frogs. But one of Fred's new legs is shorter than the other and the jumping coach tells Fred that maybe jumping is not for him. Instead of giving up, Fred figures out a special way to jump. He practices and practices ... until he can hit the target every time. Through storytelling, Baxter's Corner(R) pursues its mission to inspire young children to develop positive social skills that affect behavior choices. Each book features fun filled pages that the reading with a series of questions and learning activities that focus on an important point for your young listener or reader, including: "What do you think" questions Fun facts about the featured animals Social skill activities "Stop and think" situations that show the effects of choices we make "Parents and educators share responsibility to engender in children empathy and a sense of responsibility. The children's books from Baxter's Corner help adults teach these essential skills through delightful stories. Not only are the characters engaging and their tales charming, the design of each story captivates the imagination of the child. As an educator for 40 years, I appreciate the Go Beyond feature at the end of each story. With the activities in this section, parents, grandparents and educators can turn story time into opportunities for lessons about the impact of the choices we make. We discover fun facts about the featured animal characters as well as questions that develop critical thinking and spark children's creativity. Through the creative process, children develop essential life skills such as empathy, grit, imagination and critical thinking." Suzanne Cooke, RSCJ Independent School Administrator Miami, Florida "Since I live in Baxter County, Arkansas, I had to check out your books and puppets. I am so glad I did! The delightful characters and books are perfect for my classroom of special needs children. My students will really benefit from these wonderful social stories. I have turned the reading corner of my classroom into The Gang at Baxter's Corner Reading Club. Thank you for creating these stories." Rebecca Weliver Elementary Instructor Mountain Home, Arkansas

“Each day after school at a quarter to three, a school guard named Tajo stands at Elm and McGee.”Tajo the Tarantula is the school crossing guard. Choosing to ignore Tajo’s directions, one youngster finds himself in the path of an oncoming truck. Afterwards he develops a new respect for authority when he considers Tajo’s rules are meant to keep him safe.Baxter’s Corner – Building Character is Child’s Play®Parents and educators agree that exposing children to learning values at an early age leads to healthy emotional and spiritual children. Baxter’s Corner has a unique series of books designed to enhance conversations between adults and preschool through primary-aged children. Each book has a magical section that allows caregivers to go beyond and tackle hard subjects like bulling, manners, being different than others, single-parent families, respecting authority, and working with others. Matching puppets, stretched canvas wall art, and removable wall decals bring the stories to life and deepen each child’s understanding of respect, determination, resilience, compassion, cooperation, and acceptance. Your books are fantastic! The illustrations, messages, and supplemental sections for teachers, parents, and caregivers are phenomenal!” Cortney Downs, MSSW, CSW Louisville Kentucky "Thank you for all the additional research and planning that went into the excellent expanded lessons in the back of the books!" Caren Yucha, M.A., CCC-SLP Pottstown, Pennsylvania