Charles Ghigna

"Introduces basic shapes through fun, poetic text."--

A parade of animals and people presents the alphabet, from an acrobat walking on his hands to the zebra with his stripes.

Considers what kinds of shoes a centipede might wear and how he might shop for them.

What should you do if there's a fire? Get to safety and call 9-1-1! This sing-along picture book lets kids practice this vital skill in a fun, safe way. Young readers will feel like heroes as they tap their feet to this catchy song about fire safety. This hardcover book comes with a CD and online music access.

Illustrations and easy-to-read, rhyming text introduce the reader to the world as it was before humans made their mark, then propose going outdoors--without electronic devices--to connect with that ancient beauty.