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The High King (The Chronicles of Prydain)

131 reviews
Lloyd Alexander

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006

A fitting end
This is a fitting end to a great series. All that is meant to happen in these characters lives do happen. Our characters have come, in their own ways, full circle. They all play their parts in this story, and they all fulfill their missions and duties and become the adults they are supposed to be. Sure, we all learned about life and death along the way, but that is how it is in "the real ...

The Book of Three (The Chronicles of Prydain Book 1)

247 reviews
Lloyd Alexander

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006

Pig Keepers Rule!
Just throw me onto the pile of Alexander worshippers. This series is not mentioned much in light of the advent of Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter but it should be. It's that good and, more than that, has more underpinning its tales than simple magic and wonder. Taran's journey is one of a boy becoming a man but it is also that of a child becoming an adult and therefore, I think, ...

Make Lemonade

83 reviews
Virginia Euwer Wolff

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006

make lemonade is a really good book
i liked this book a lot. it was interesting and really sad, but not too depressing, and thoughtful and optimistic. i liked it

The Empty Pot

50 reviews
Demi

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2007

Retired Librarian
This is one of my most favorite books. I especially love stories that teach a moral lesson and is entertaining. I've read this story to the children in my school. I've also read it to an adult singles class at church when discussing character as an individual and as a parent. Love it...

The Black Cauldron (The Chronicles of Prydain)

123 reviews
Lloyd Alexander

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006

Keeps getting better
So, here we are, in part 2 of our coming of age story. I guess you could also say this falls under "the continuing adventures of..." Either way, a great continuation to the series. With all these particular books, I am trying not to really go into the story itself, as there are too many spoilers and whatnot one would be wanting to give away. I've read this series once or twice a year since ...

Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? Board Book (Brown Bear and Friends)

14 reviews
Bill Jr Martin

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2009

Great Book, Slow shipping!
This book is of good quality but the shipping on it was slow. I ordered a set of books from a different company at the exact same time and the other books arrived in 5 days this was 2 weeks. I know that when I checked the status it hadn't left the warehouse for the longest time. It was very frustrating as far as the amount of time it took.

Digger Man

13 reviews
Andrea Zimmerman

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2007

We Dig It!
As the mother of a 2 1/2 year old who is obsessed with anything with wheels, this was a must have. We had borrowed it from our local library, and once we returned it, he asked for it so frequently that I purchased it for him. It remains one of his favorites! Illustrations are sweet and simple, and the text is simple as well. Nothing fancy, just perfect for a toddler.

Taran Wanderer (The Chronicles of Prydain)

63 reviews
Lloyd Alexander

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006

best of the series
This one stands apart from the other books in the series, as it has far less action and far more character development. I read it something like 12 years ago and still remember most of the plot!

The Castle of Llyr (The Chronicles of Prydain)

56 reviews
Lloyd Alexander

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006

"Would You Have Me Set Her Free Only to Wed a Witless Prince?"
Lloyd Alexander's five-part "Chronicles of Prydain" is essential reading for anyone, regardless of age, gender or reading preferences. Although they are classed as both fantasy and children's literature, these books can be enjoyed by everyone, not just for its fantastical elements and the broad good vs. evil conflict, but for their gentle humour, loveable characters and vindication of humanity ...

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?: 40th Anniversary Edition (Brown Bear and Friends)

360 reviews
Bill Martin Jr.

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2008

Unhappy
I ordered this book thinking it was a regular size book but it so big thst it is hard to hold up. I need a regular size book. There was nothing wrong with the book it is just to big. Please Help

Alphabet Under Construction

8 reviews
Denise Fleming

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006

Cute book with good vocabulary.Useful for multiple ages.
If your little one already knows the alphabet, this book is still interesting because of the vocabulary used as mouse constructs each letter of the alphabet. For example, mouse, "ices the I", which my son thought was strange until I told him what icing was.

The Teddy Bear

12 reviews
David McPhail

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2005

One of the best stories ever!
This is one of the most incredibly sweet and moving stories I have had the pleasure of listening to. Our school librarian read it to my class this week. The storyline of a young boy losing his teddy bear is compelling and engaging for young children. My class watched spellbound as they listened to what happened to both the boy and the bear after being separated. And rejoiced at the bear and ...

Terror in Tights (Melvin Beederman, Superhero)
Greg Trine

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2007

Is Melvin Beederman DOOMED? Mysterious threatening e-mails, a sad sidekick, and . . . country music? Melvin Beederman and his partner in uncrime, Candace, are really in trouble. Once again someone is out to get them, and this time not even the Superhero?s Code can save Melvin from a terrible bologna-filled plight. Candace alone can rescue him?if only she can remember the country singer?s motto: ?When all else fails, sing about your dog.? ...

The Colors of Us

24 reviews
Karen Katz

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2007

Multi-Cultural Appreciation
This book is a great way to explain different colors of skin. My daughter LOVES this book!!

The Grateful Fred (Melvin Beederman, Superhero)

1 review
Greg Trine

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006

Really good.
My son read this book cover-to-cover last month and said that he enjoyed it very much ("really good"). He enjoyed the first two books in the series and said this one was the best so far. His favorite parts are the characters (Melvin) and their adventures.

The Foundling: And Other Tales of Prydain (The Chronicles of Prydain)

28 reviews
Lloyd Alexander

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006

"I Serve a Ruler Greater Than Yours, for I Serve My Music..."
After the five-part "Chronicles of Prydain" came to a close, fans of the series requested more stories from Lloyd Alexander, and he obliged with this anthology. There are eight short stories in all, set in Alexander's Welsh-inspired land of Prydain in the time before our favourite Assistant Pig-Keeper was born, and each one includes familiar characters or legendary circumstances from the original ...

The Revenge of the McNasty Brothers (Melvin Beederman, Superhero)

3 reviews
Greg Trine

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006

Evil Family Reunion
Just when his life appears to have settled down a little and he's getting ahead of crime-fighting in Los Angeles, Melvin Beederman's headed for a collision with disaster! Not only is crime giving him a brief vacation, but he's just discovered he has a roommate in his superhero lair/tree house: a rat he names Hugo. Unfortunately, Melvin and Hugo barely get to meet when the McNasty Sisters ...

The Curse of the Bologna Sandwich (Melvin Beederman, Superhero)

6 reviews
Greg Trine

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006

Teacher's Grade: A-
I'm going into my 13th year teaching second grade, and I'm always on the lookout for new books that will appeal to my reluctant readers and get them excited to read. The Curse of the Bologna Sandwich is just that kind of book. With funny pictures, action-packed chapters, and lots of references to underwear and other silly things, the kids in my class will be fighting to get ahold of this book. ...

The Shamer's Daughter (The Shamer Chronicles)

14 reviews
Lene Kaaberbol

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006

Wonderful story!
Shamer's Daughyer is a wonderful and well written story that can be recommended for ages 7-99. I myself was 57 when I read it, and I nearly missed going to work because it was so exciting! Enjoy! Anne Bisgaard

Maze: Solve the World's Most Challenging Puzzle

37 reviews
Christopher Manson

Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 1985

A "Crete-tive" Labyrinth worthy of the master Daedalus
I discovered Christopher Manson's MAZE in college and I found it so fascinating I knew I had to share it with the boys and girls at my workplace. I have now shared MAZE with hundreds of children--kindergarten students to sixth-graders--from Lawrence, KS to Denver, CO. Regrettably, someone stole my much-worn original copy last year from the elementary school where I worked (I know, crazy!). I ...

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