Ellen Zanderfrog finds an old trumpet. "I'm going to Memphis to be in a blues band!" E.Z. travels down the river, meeting other musical characters along the way. One friend gives her an invitation to a talent show on Beale Street.Ready to sing the blues, E.Z. arrives in Memphis. But she discovers the talent show was last year.Will E.Z. give up and go home? Will she ever get to sing the blues?

A new garden pond proves fascinating for Albert. Especially when he befriends an unusual underwater creature. But one day, his new friend vanishes and Albert is sad. He keeps checking to see if they have returned. His other garden chums do their best to cheer him up. But there is no sign - right up to Albert's long winter sleep. Will the spring bring a happy reunion when Albert wakes and returns to the outdoors?

Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books plant a love of reading and help readers grow! Autumn leaves are falling, and that means it's time for Bumble and Bee to paint pumpkins and help Froggy...

Franky the Frog Short Stories, Funny Jokes, Activities Immerse yourself in the ongoing escapades of Franky the Frog and his inseparable companion, Felix the Fly, as their story unfolds in the second installment of this beloved series. Uncover the new adventures that lie ahead! This beautifully crafted storybook is perfect for fledgling readers, group reading sessions, and bedtime storytelling.Discover 5 entertaining short tales for childrenLaugh along...

Determined to see the Great World beyond the familiar vistas of the Smiling Pool, Laughing Brook, Green Meadows, and Green Forest, Grandfather Frog leaps forth to tumble haplessly into the pitfalls of greed, boastfulness, and carelessness. In this time-honored classic, Thornton W. Burgess mixes exciting adventure and good-natured humor with gentle homily to spin a wholesome tale of animal characters that children have found irresistible for generations...

One bright, sunny morning, the pond's creatures prepare to perform a symphony. The birds begin with their calls, the frogs join in with their croaks, the fox barks, and the bees buzz. At last the clouds arrive with their thunderous percussion... Acclaimed author-illustrator Jennifer Yerkes presents the sights and sounds of an ecosystem in motion. Told with bold, vibrant art and playful onomatopoeia, A Perfect Day is a spectacular reminder to stop...

Growing up means going through many changes. These life cycles are different for all living things. Explore the exciting journeys of creatures that crawl, swim, and fly from birth to adulthood through easy-to-understand facts and vibrant photography.

Hi, there! I'm a red-eyed tree frog. You might think red eyes would make me stand out, but my green skin helps me blend in with my surroundings. Learn more about my life cycle and how I went from a teeny tiny tadpole to a full-grown frog.

A brownish creature with bumps and lumps sits on rock. Is it a frog or a toad? From the color of their skin to how they move, frogs and toads are not the same. Dive right in to discover how they are alike and how they are different. Filled with stunning photos and engaging text, this book is just right for early learners.

In this book, early fluent readers will learn how poison frogs use varying bright colors to both warn off predators and camouflage themselves in the rain forest. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about poison frogs, their habitat, behaviors, unique life cycle, and science behind their amazing, bright colors. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity...