Brian Lies

Farmer Evan and his dog do everything together and, especially, in the garden but when his dog passes away Evan lets his garden fill with weeds until a pumpkin vine brings new hope.

Bored with another normal, inky evening, bats discover an open library window and fly in to enjoy the photocopier, water fountain, and especially the books and stories found there.

"From seemingly mundane tasks such as grocery shopping to more active pursuits like a romp at the park and fort-building, a loving and playful father alligator shows his gator kids that the simplest pleasures done together can make for an incredibly fun day"--

Little Bat is excited about his first night in school! He is excited about everything: his new school supplies, learning amazing things, and making new friends. But when he finally arrives, his world turns upside down. Join Little Bat and his new opossum pal Ophelia as they discover that spreading your wings isn't so hard-- when you take the time to listen, act with kindness, and simply do your best. Readers will love to see him spread his wings in...

A team of well-intentioned mice saves a friend from hoarding too much stuff.

"Australian bushfires roar above Wombat's home. He is fortunate that his burrow is deep below ground and he is safe. He snuggles under his crazy quilt and drinks his tea. Soon his frightened friend Wallaby shows up at his door. 'Oh Wombat! I c-c-can't reach my home! M-m-may I stay with you awhile?' Wombat pauses only for a tick of the clock, and says, 'Come in!' Then, one by one, five uniquely Australian animals - the Wallaby, a Kookaburra, a Platypus,...

Provides a history of one of America's favorite snack foods, presenting its origins, nutritional information and recipes.

Count from 1 otter pup to 10 baby crayfish as readers learn about the special relationships of baby and mom mammals, reptiles, birds, and insects that make their home in the Okefenokee Swamp. A helpful guide to swamp flora and fauna is included. Modeled after the song "Over in the Meadow" by Olive A. Wadsworth.