Linda Ashman

• Apr-2001
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Many places can make a home--a silent cave, a secret den, a silky web, even a sticky honeycomb. Each one is safe and snug and just right for the families who live there. Linda Ashman's spare, lyrical text and Lauren Stringer's sumptuous paintings inv...

• May-2001
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It's my sister's seventh birthday. Entertainer calls in sick. Poor Louise is brokenhearted. Better find a backup quick! When Maxwell the Magician entertains at Louise's birthday party, the birthday girl is turned into a rock, her father into a broom,...

• May-2002
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Filled with a wealth of suggestions for making a piggy giggle, such as fiddling, waddling, yodeling, stomping, tumbling, and twirling, a hilarious picture book is filled with amusing animal antics and lively wordplay....

• Sep-2002
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Mr. Gently warns Wagmore the dog that if he cannot control his wildly long, wagging tail, he won't be permitted to go on the Trail Trekkers hike with the family, but Wagmore's miserable thoughts only last so long before the joy of the day takes hold ...

• Apr-2003
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Inside, outside, fast, or slow . . . Babies are most definitely on the move in this exuberant rhyming celebration of all the amazing ways animal parents carry their little ones.
And as for those babies? They're delighted to go along for the ride...

• May-2003
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What underwater wonders can you see when you're in a bright orange submarine? Stealthy manta rays, silky seals, blimpy blowfish--and all sorts of other amazing ocean animals. So pull on your favorite swimsuit and dive into this rhyming young fantasy....

• Sep-2003
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While vacationing, this indispensible guide will help travelers of all ages avoid being disturbed by pesky monsters and crazy creatures by providing a wealth of advice for handling encounters with a Tengu, a Sasquatch, and a Domovic. 50,000 first pri...

• May-2004
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• Sep-2004
• / General Fiction
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Have you had a bad day?

Have things been zooming out of control from the moment you set your feet on the floor this morning?

Are you ready for the day to be over?

No problem! Just follow these instructions on how to make a night:...

• May-2005
• / General Fiction
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It's a perfect day for swimming, building sand castles, and flying kites. But will this wacky family of seven ever make it to the beach? First they need to go back for Fido. Then there's the cooler full of soda. And what about Baby's beloved ducky pa...

• Jun-2005
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Beep! Beep! Beep! A daring girl and her trusty orange jeep are off on an exciting safari. There are giraffes to watch, rhinos to race, and wily crocodiles to avoid. And when a roaring lion crosses her path, she knows exactly what to do: roar back! Bu...

• Feb-2006
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Trying his best to be good for his parents, Desmond has a hard time staying on track when the Naughtybugs, such as the Sloggies and the Squirmies, make their appearance and cause trouble for him in the most inappropriate places....

• Aug-2006
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Two lost souls--a lonely king and a beautiful treasure hunter--find each other and get married, and when they make their family complete by having a baby, they ask each other every night "What could be better than this?"...

• Jul-2008
• / General Fiction
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Clever cautionary poems, raucously illustrated, about 26 children you?d rather read about than meet.

Here are twenty-six brats you?d never want to babysit: Catastrophic Coco, Gluttonous Griffin, Impolite Irma, and Quarrelsome Quincy, just to name...

• Oct-2008
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Before you came, I owned the throne.They trembled at my slightest moan.I was the star, the prize, the king. . . .But you have ruined everything.

Welcoming new siblings isn't the easiest thing to do. But if you give t...

• Aug-2009
• / General Fiction
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For want of a screw, the doorknob was lost; for want of a knob, the door was lost�...and, from there, comic chaos builds in a series of hilarious steps!Linda Ashman (Stella, Unleashed) serves up a heaping helping of humorous fun as one big, happy fam...

• Jun-2010
• / Action Adventure
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It's nighttime, my little one. Climb into bed. I don't want to sleep -- I'll go sailing instead. There's only one problem: Your ship has no sail. I'm tying my boat to the tail of a whale. Cuddle up with this warm and loving tale of a feisty...

• Aug-2011
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Welcome to Alberto's restaurant…unless you're a dog, a cat, a bunny, or ANYTHING with fur, feathers, or scales! The entertainment escalates in this nearly wordless picture book as more and more people arrive with a surprising selection of pets. ...

• Oct-2011
• / General Fiction
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Samantha can't wait to try out her new roller skates, but Mama's too busy too help her. What's a girl to do? Well, this girl isn't waiting. While Mama tends to other things, Sammy straps on the skates. First she glides down the hallway. Then she trie...

• Oct-2011
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Come spend Christmas in Colorado with Sophie, where she'll see bustling cities, sprawling ranches, ancient ruins, ghost towns, and even giant sand dunes. Oh, and lots of mountains--big ones! From a bunting in a spruce tree to 5 golden nuggets to 12 s...

• Dec-2011
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Somewhere there's a mama lifting baby from a crib, Snapping rompers, looping laces, Brushing crumbs from baby's bib. With its simple rhyming verse, this book pays tribute to mamas and children. From waking babies up in the morning to hushing...

• Apr-2013
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Acclaimed author Linda Ashman gives new meaning to a familiar idea in this tale about intense feelings, compassion, conflict, and resolution. Gentle, clever rhymes illustrate the unpredictable emotions of childhood and show readers a smart way to dea...

• Feb-2015
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In this delightful love letter to a growing child, Linda Ashman and You Byun celebrate the magic of those fleeting days of early childhood. Their lively read-aloud shows the delight to be found in the world of a toddler. Every day brings new mileston...

• Oct-2015
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Pack up the pooches and load the van.
We need to leave by eight!
There’s so much to bring.
Do we have everything?
Come on, we can’t be late!
 
The classic song gets a fresh new twist! The fun begins when Grandma a...

• Jan-2016
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Turning a beloved lullaby on its head, this wonderful read-aloud pairs playful text and enchanting paintings to create a rollicking escapade with a clever premise and a cozy conclusion. “Rock-a-bye, Baby, in the treetop. How did you ever get so...

• Feb-2016
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More games, more races, more tickles, more books -- little Henry can’t get enough! When a toddler is armed with that useful word and the world is full of brand-new things, his family just doesn’t stand a chance. Follow Henry on his exhausting and...

• Mar-2016
• / General Fiction
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New York Times bestselling artist Jane Dyer and acclaimed author Linda Ashman collaborate on this tender story of a mother’s unconditional love for her child. A seed knows how to sprout. A lamb knows how to bleat. A bee knows where the nectar is...

• Aug-2016
• / General Fiction
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Hey, Coach! Guess what? I’m on your team.   GOAL! This sprightly rhyming picture book captures all the fun and energy of very young children having a blast on the soccer field. Over the course of their first season, the players progress from uns...

• Apr-2017
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Mom ... there’s an elephant in the living room. It’s moving day -- and look who slipped in the door: an elephant! But when a little girl tries to tell her family about their unusual guest, the distracted grown-ups just say, “Ella WHO?” Ev...

• Oct-2017
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Just when William is ready to fall asleep in his cozy cabin, there is a tap on his window. A chilly chipmunk asks to stay, and Will scooches over in bed. "There's room for two--I'm sure we'll fit." The chipmunk is just the first in a parade of mammal...

• Sep-2018
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A joyous glimpse into different cultures Children living in different parts of the world see very different things when they gaze out of their windows. One child looks out over a boulevard lined with palm trees, another sees a train whistling pa...

• Feb-2019
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William and his animal friends have had the whole winter to nap. Now it's time for them to wake up and welcome a very special guest. There's lots to do to get ready, from scrubbing the floors to decorating the house to baking a tasty treat. But it's ...

• Jul-2019
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Wouldn't it be fun to bring your pet to school? Now imagine if EVERYONE brought their pet to school! That's exactly what happens in this hilarious picture book--and it gets pretty wild! A lighthearted way to tackle classroom etiquette with ne...

• Mar-2020
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In the spirit of read-aloud family favorites like Guess How Much I Love You and I Love You Through and Through comes a fresh classic about the eternal love between father and child.

Daddy wakes before I rise.
Drinks his coffee. Rubs...

• Jun-2020
• / General Fiction
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Ways to Welcomes is a sweet, timely picture book from writer Linda Ashman and illustrator Joey Chou about kindness and connection, ideal for schools and classrooms.A welcome can be warmOr cold,Shy and quiet,Big and bold. An offering,A smiling face,Th...

• Jun-2020
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A storm and its sunny aftermath come to life through gorgeous art and lyrical text. What do you do when the clouds roll in, When the wind chimes clang and the weather vanes spin? When stormy skies threaten, people stock up on supplies, bring i...

• Jun-2021
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Abby is anxious to host the perfect tea party for a friend she idolizes, but life serves up a sweet taste of the fun to be had when perfection is off the table.Have you met Phoebe—Miss Phoebe Dupree?Phoebe’s as perfect as perfect can be.T...

• Apr-2022
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From acclaimed author Linda Ashman and illustrator Eve Coy comes this joyful picture book about making new friends and finding common groundWe’re opposites! / You’re right -- we are. Like big and small. / Like near and far. But even when we disag...

• Oct-2022
• / General Fiction
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ALSC Notable Children's Book • Kirkus Reviews Best BookFOUR STARRED REVIEWS! �... Booklist �... Kirkus �... PW �... SLJPerfect for fans of firefighters and fire trucks, this energetic rhyming picture book shows how a fire chief and her crew kee...

• Mar-2023
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In the spirit of read-aloud family favorites like Guess How Much I Love You and I Love You Through and Through comes a fresh classic about the eternal love between father and child!Daddy wakes before I rise.Drinks his coffee. Rubs his eyes.Sees me st...

• Mar-2023
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In the spirit of read-aloud family favorites like Guess How Much I Love You and I Love You Through and Through comes a fresh classic about the unique and eternal love between mother and child!Sun is rising, warm and bright.Mommy lifts me, holds me ti...

• Mar-2023
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This tender and humorous picture book is an ode to all dogs do, from the extraordinary to the everyday.THEY’RE WONDER DOGS! They catch and carry, Search and save, Inspect and guide -- They’re smart and brave!Next to these amazing dogs, everyday ...

• Aug-2024
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Sometimes love happens in an instant.   From their first meeting, a kid and his dog become best friends. As the years go by, their bond grows deeper as they play games, go on adventures, learn new tricks, comfort each other, and celebrate milest...