An elderly man shares his life story with his grandson, complete with long, dangerous walks to school, war, love and marriage, and a very special protector.
Picture Book
Hanna’s Cold Winter
A child tells how her family and other people in Budapest help save the famous hippopotamuses in their city’s zoo from starving one difficult winter during World War II. Based on a true story.
I Lost My Dad
A small boy loses his Dad while browsing in the toy section of a department store.
Benny’s Had Enough!
Benny runs away from his mother’s housecleaning, but finds that home is best.
Where’s Jamela?
When Mama gets a new job and a new house, everyone is excited about moving except Jamela who likes her old house just fine.
You and Me
A mother goose and her child may travel far and wide, but they will always be fine just as long as they are together.
Marushka’s Egg
Nine-year-old Marushka is sucked into a magic egg, where she is forced to be housekeeper to the witch Baba Yaga.
Cool Time Song
After a hot day on the African savannah, the animals begin to move and make sounds in the cool air of evening.
For You Are a Kenyan Child
From rooster crow to bedtime, a Kenyan boy plays and visits neighbors all through his village, even though he is supposed to be watching his grandfather’s cows.
Rhymes for Annie Rose
A collection of more than twenty poems about young Annie Rose and the daily activities of a child.