A picture book in which "everyone digs- [pirates] moles, rabbits, and worms. But the biggest and best digger of all is the great steam shovel." McClurg. Book News.

Scorned by his new dog friends because he never learned to dig, Sam suddenly discovers his inherent dog talent and turns the countryside into a series of ruts and holes.

An illustrated poem tells how various animals come to a watering hole on the African plains, unaware that a lion is on the prowl.

Penguin gives a hippotamus all the reasons why he likes him and why he should become his personal penguin. On board pages.

"This dinosaur-themed touch-and-feel book is perfect for young children! Children will love reading the funny rhyme that warns of the dangers of touching a dinosaur -- and then ignoring the advice! Innovative silicone touches feature throughout the book, with a different texture for children to explore on every spread. This tactile book offers plenty for young children to enjoy, helping to promote an early love of reading!"--Provided by publisher....

Hang on tight for a raucous bounce through the solar system and back -- propelled by funny, fanciful, factually sound poems and exuberant illustrations. The universe poured into me. My brain was overloaded. It smoked and glowed red-hot. And then it actually exploded. Ever wonder what the sun has to say about being the closest star to Earth? Or what Pluto has gotten up to since being demoted to a dwarf planet? Or where rocket ships go when they retire?...