Books in The Little Man Series series

Very Little Sleeping Beauty is adorably re-cast as a very little precocious toddler in this modern retelling of the classic tale. Once upon a bedtime, a certain little girl isn't very sleepy at all—tomorrow is her birthday, and she is reeling with excitement. From lullaby to stories to tickles to dancing, Daddy tries just about everything to get this little toddler to go to bed. Will Very Little Sleeping Beauty finally fall asleep to rest up for her big day? Look for all three books in this must-have read-aloud series: Very Little Red Riding Hood, Very Little Cinderella, and Very Little Sleeping Beauty.

From the author of the award-winning The Little Man In the Map: With Clues To Remember All 50 States comes its eagerly awaited companion book, The Little Man In the Map Teaches the State Capitals! Following the proven method of its predecessor, this clever paper-bound volume uses memory aids, well-laced with humor, to help anyone learn the U.S. capitals. A How To Use section explaining the simple and effective method is followed by an alphabetical listing where a two-page spread is devoted to each state/capital unit. The left-hand page establishes word clues based on word associations derived from the sounds of the names of the state and its capital; the facing page brings the word clues together in two to four rhymed lines placed under a humorous cartoon that reinforces the story.The book will appeal to a wide range of ages, from elementary to high school students. They will surely be joined by some of their parents who will find themselves finally remembering even the more elusive state capitals.

Very Little Cinderella is adorably recast as a very little precocious toddler in this modern retelling of the classic tale. Very Little Cinderella is upset when her ugly Sisters are off to a party without her. But her Fairy Godmother (the babysitter) comes to the rescue and takes her to the ball in her favorite blue dress. When the clock strikes midnight, she discovers she's lost her favorite "lello" boot. A happy playdate ensues when a young prince shows up the next day. Look for all three books in this must-have read-aloud series: Very Little Red Riding Hood, Very Little Cinderella, and Very Little Sleeping Beauty (Fall 2016).

Sarah Conover's collection of traditional Buddhist tales leads us to the kind of implicit understanding of ourselves and others that only stories can provide. Following the Buddha through his various transformations, these clarified and often humorous narrative journeys open the ancient master's profound and gentle teachings to persons of all ages, religions, races, and ideological persuasions. Over and over, this marvelous book tells us, "Let go of your anger, your fear, your greedy desire. Embrace gladness. Follow the path." The stories form a wondrous pageant: of elephants, monkeys, monks, and men working through foolishness toward wisdom and delight.

Solve crimes like a detective, find clues where nobody else would think of looking, trap suspects with their own words, and ignore facts that appear to be significant but are only distractions. Better than a police academy course, all 80 of these simple stories will show you how to find the culprit while everybody else is completely confused. You'll make your town's Christmas merrier when you find out who shot Santa Claus. Figure out which family member poisoned the man of the house while he was watching the Super Bowl, and which housekeeping staffer hid a ruby necklace in a liquor bottle in plain sight. As you explore these fascinating whodunits, you'll enter a bizarre, glamorous, and dangerous world of mobsters, millionaires and heiresses--even detectives themselves. In case you can't outwit the bad guys, just turn to a special section of solutions to each mystery, including an explanation of each clue. Sterling 352 pages, 102 b/w illus., 4 3/16 x 5 1/4.

When you’re six, sometimes all the exciting things in life seem just beyond your grasp. This is Little Luke’s beef with the world. Little Luke is about to turn seven and his family is taking him to Adventure Land to celebrate. Luke’s had his eye on the Ghoster Coaster since last year’s visit but he’s an inch too short to get on the ride. Follow Little Luke as he begins a heroic, seven day quest to grow the extra inch. Little Luke And the Ghoster Coaster will resonate with students K-2 who share the same frustrations. The good news is, Little Luke discovers something even more crazy, that sometimes its good to be happy in the moment and that there is something special about every age.

Boo! 84 tales, terrifying and true, will send shivers down your spine, make your knees knock, and stand your hair on end. Violent ghosts, lost souls, and strange specters all wander spookily through these stories--and the creepy illustrations heighten the horror. Read a bone-chilling account of a night in a haunted house, and of a ghost who scared a dog to death. What would you do if a spirit kept messing things up after you, stealing clothes and food, and trying to wrap you in its arms? And one museum in Toronto appears to have more on the grounds than just fine art! Fly through time with a pilot who saw into the future --and foretold tragedy. Watch with astonishment as poltergeists wreak havoc, tapping and banging, turning lights on and off, and throwing over furniture. Meet a doll you won't want to play with, and a demonic hairdresser who'll really give you a bad hair day! The spirit of one sad boy, though, wanted only to see justice done. Many first-hand accounts tell of ghost ships, runaway trains, and phantom planes. Could they be true? Engineer J.M. Pinkney thought so. During a train voyage in 1892 he watched horrified as a fast-moving locomotive headed directly for his train. Pinkney didn't believe his friends when they claimed that the "daredevil driver" was a dead man, until he learned that the train had arrived safely at the station--without any driver. Don't let the icy grip of fear grow too tight--if you can help it! Sterling 352 pages, 4 3/16 x 5 1/4.

Pre-teens, teens, young adults and older folks too will fall in love with Little Mouse as he uses logic and scientific thinking to save his home from destruction.Little Mouse is respected throughout his woodland home for his good character and logical thinking skills. When a boulder threatens his home, Little Mouse uses his brain to solve the problem. It won’t be easy, but Little Mouse will discover that the simplest machine can make all the difference when moving heavy objects. His ingenious solution could save not only his home but also the smallest of the smallest animals in his neck of the woods.Little Mouse’s adventures will have children and adults asking themselves, “What would Little Mouse do?” They will learn how to confront situations with logic, perseverance, and pluck. It’s the Little Mice of the world that will make our future brighter. So encourage your own big thinker(s) with this charming story.The Little Mouse the Mouse series is for adults to read and enjoy, and then share with young people. Wonderful books if you like humor, wit, surprises, fanciful plots, and suspense, and would like a roadmap of life while removing roadblocks that get in the way.One of the brightest points in the educational career of the author came when a former student contacted him two decades later. She had never forgotten Little Mouse, and now she wanted to read the story to her own children. Barnes is publishing The Adventures of Little Mouse to inspire the next generation.Readers report that this book is fun, humorous, and profound.

Little Mouse, who lives in Little Butte Creek Canyon, is a unique and creative thinker who never shies away from challenges. His most recent achievement is modifying the power of a lever to become a model to help animals and inspire humankind. He contacts his good friend Dr. Barnes, who has been recording Little Mouse’s adventures and relaying them to his students, and invites him to come to his home in Little Butte Creek Canyon to see this wondrous invention.But Dr. Barnes has a visitor—his niece, Shauna. Shauna knows of Little Mouse from her uncle’s stories, but she doesn’t know this animal is someone she can actually meet—and she’s about to. Children, teachers, and parents will be inspired by this heartwarming tale of ingenuity as Little Mouse demonstrates how the three parts of the lever—leverage, fulcrum, and balance—can guide them in seeking out and developing their true potential. Along the way, young readers will learn how to persevere in pursuit of their goals and know, as Little Mouse does, that where there’s a will, there’s a way.Readers and listeners will take away from this story a road map to personal excellence. All of the essential aspects of a good life are spelled out in Little Mouse's creative model.The Little Mouse the Mouse series is for adults to read and enjoy, and then share with young people. Wonderful books if you like humor, wit, surprises, fanciful plots, and suspense, and would like a roadmap of life while removing roadblocks that get in the way.Wonderful with people ages ten to 110. Most people who buy this book also purchase "The Little Mouse the Mouse Coloring & Activities Booklet." Readers report that this book is fun, humorous, and profound.

Little Man has to decide if his faith in the Lord is more important than being popular with people. While he gets bullied for trusting Jesus, he must decide what to do. Will he deny his faith in Jesus or stand strong in his beliefs? Come along with Little Man on his journey to the river and find out how important our relationship with Jesus really is.