Don Wood

Overview: First published in 1984, a picture book in which the Little Mouse will do all he can to save his strawberry from the Big, Hungry Bear, even if it means sharing it with the reader. The Little Mouse and the Big Hungry Bear are known and loved by millions of children around the world. Little Mouse loves strawberries, but so does the bear. How will Little Mouse stop the bear from eating his freshly picked, red, ripe strawberry?

" ... Now the little Mouse is celebrating Christmas--with a generous spirit that will warm the hearts of families everywhere."

Little Mouse worries that the big, hungry bear will take his freshly picked, ripe, red strawberry for himself. El ratoncito hara cualquier cosa para evitar que el gran oso hambriento le quite su fresa.

In this cumulative tale, a wakeful flea atop a number of sleeping creatures causes a commotion, with just one bite.

A young boy describes himself as "loud as a lion," "quiet as a clam," "tough as a rhino," and "gentle as a lamb."

Rhyming text and illustrations show what Piggy Pie Po likes to do, how smart he is, and how he sometimes makes mistakes.

A mother saves her seven children from Heckedy Peg, a witch who has changed them into different kinds of food.

Jubal Bullfrog wishes for happiness for his animal friends and finds that sometimes wishes come true in an unexpected way.

"The Birthday Queen is busy in the Birthday Palace, making everything perfect for your birthday, and it will be the best birthday party ever"-- Provided by publisher.