Maureen Wright Libros

A snowman keeps doing things that make him melt, but the kids build him up again.

The biography explores the life of Elizabeth Wolstenholme Elmy, a pivotal figure in the late-Victorian women's movement, known for her intellectual contributions. It delves into her activism and influence, showcasing her role in advocating for women's rights and education during a transformative period in history. The narrative highlights her significance and the challenges she faced, offering a comprehensive look at her legacy and impact on the feminist movement.

It’s time for Big Bear to hibernate, so Old Man Winter keeps telling him: “Sleep, Big Bear, Sleep.” But Big Bear doesn’t hear very well. He thinks Old Man Winter has told him to drive a jeep, to sweep, and to leap. Big Bear just can’t seem to hear what Old Man Winter is saying. Finally, Old Man Winter finds a noisy way to get Big Bear’s attention. Cozy illustrations rendered in pencil and mixed media by Will Hillenbrand bring this bedtime story to a fitting conclusion.

Big Bear has a pail of berries that his friends would like him to share. He doesn't pay attention well, so each time the tree tells him to share he does something different.

Big Bear thinks that his tremendous sneezes are causing the leaves and apples to fall off the trees and the geese to fly away, but when the wind finally convinces him otherwise, he knows what to do.

When Sheep finds out that it is April Fools' Day, he plays jokes on Rooster, Dog, Pig, and Cow, before Horse plays a trick on Sheep.

The story centers on Anna, who is eagerly anticipating a visit from the Tooth Fairy due to her loose tooth. As her excitement builds, she decides to mentor her baby sister, Sophie, in the art of being a Tooth Fairy. Through their interactions, Anna shares the essential skills and joys of this magical role, fostering a sense of wonder and sibling bonding. The book features engaging illustrations that complement the charming narrative.

Maddie struggles with bedtime, seeking drinks, stories, and reassurance against monsters. When her toy duck, Quackers, disrupts her attempts to sleep by asking for crackers, Maddie realizes getting her toys to settle down is a challenge. The story explores themes of imagination and the playful resistance to sleep, highlighting the whimsical adventures that unfold when bedtime routines are interrupted by lively toys.

The story revolves around Monkey, who insists on celebrating his birthday, while the other jungle animals remind him that it is Earth Day. They suggest various ways for Monkey to honor the environment, leading to a playful conflict between personal celebration and collective responsibility. This narrative highlights themes of friendship, environmental awareness, and the importance of listening to others in a community.

It's Groundhog Day, and everyone is gathered to find out if it's time for spring. But Groundhog does NOT want to leave his cozy bed in his cozy den. Will the townspeople be able to coax him outside to do his job? Kids will love the humorous antics of Groundhog in this delightful rhyming tale from the author of Sleep, Big Bear, Sleep.