During a seashell hunt on Oak Island in North Carolina, the author of this charming picture book encountered Herman the hermit crab. Herman was the only one in his seaside traveling pack of hermit crabs that didn't have a shell. Or did he? His was a tiny one at the end of his tail. He had long since outgrown his former home. The rhyming text and peaceful illustrations will put readers in the middle of the beach scene. The author has emotionally described her transition from feelings of mirth to ones of sadness for poor Herman who didn't have a home. Her decision to help Herman and what happens after that will delight readers and listeners alike. You will be able to hear the gentle lapping of the waves as you enjoy reading and rereading this book with or to a young reader. And I guarantee that you will never look at a seemingly empty shell in the same way that you did before.

Herman the Hermit Crab

Children's Books

Hollingsworth, Cindy W.

Animals

PC Kids

Cindy Hollingsworth has crafted a lively, sweet poem about her two loyal, dependable companions named Watson and Bill. They are her West Highland white terriers and have been her favorite friends for years. She has included ways that faithful canine companions can provide comfort and unconditional love and will always be there for their owners. As Cindy wrote, their "personality, love, and devotion rank at the very top." Underlying this enchanting rhyming text are gentle reminders of the ways that responsible pet owners provide for and take care of their pets. You'll see dogs you have known in the charming artwork that enhances Cindy's tale, and you just might have a good laugh or two.
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Westie Tails-Meet Two Little Westies

The dapper, charming mouse named Tippaley Toe will entrance readers with his lively, acrobatic dances. His red vest, bow tie, spats, and French chapeau create the fashionable look of a true performer. The girl for whom he performs takes delight in his every move, so Tippaley entertains her by dancing, scurrying, and scampering all around. She giggles as he taps his feet and twirls his whiskers. Though she hates to see his show come to an end at bedtime, she knows she'll see Tippaley Toe again the next day. Readers will be tapping their toes along with the lighthearted, rhyming cadence of the text. They'll be clamoring to read about Tippaley Toe's antics again and again.

Tippaley Toe

Herman the Hermit Crab: A Reel Dilemma

Anna's Ballet Costume

Arts, Music & Photography

Thomas Stuart is a formerly feral cat that found his way to Stuart, Virginia, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. There he was noticed by Erica and Stephanie who work in Attorney Christopher A. Corbett's law office in downtown Stuart. The Law Trio welcomed Thomas into their office with open arms. The striped tabby enjoys lying on the legal papers, playing with his toys and sprawling in a variety of positions in his hammock bed from which he eyes clients in whom he takes an interest, and entertaining everyone with his antics. Each day Thomas strolls to a variety of businesses in Stuart for extra chin rubs and back scratches. He's well loved by the citizens of the town. In Thomas's book, the author Cindy W. Hollingsworth has included delightful poems throughout the story that detail Thomas's adventures. Indeed the stars aligned perfectly to bring Thomas to Stuart, Virginia, to The Law Trio and the town folk there who love him. "Yes indeed, the tabby has been one lucky cat. Or was it the citizens of the town of Stuart who were lucky?"

Thomas Stuart Town Cat

Teen & Young Adult

Social Issues

PC Junior

Tommy loved trains and the sounds trains made. He played with his toy train: a red engine, boxcars, fuel car, flat car, passenger car, and yellow caboose. Tommy's parents surprised him with a ride on a real train! They rode the historic train and heard all the train's noises. From big, wide seats, they watched the big train wheels turn around, passed forests and hills, chugged upward slowly, and flew down fast. They saw many toy trains in the store afterward. Tommy would never forget that train ride! Neither will you.

Tommy's Trains

Cars, Trains & Things That Go

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