While their father is napping, two boys enthusiastically wash everything in sight, from dishes and toys to the rug and wall.

Sam, a lonely garbage hound who lives at the dump, goes home with Rosie and her mother and discovers the joys of a loving home.

The Mississippi is more than simply a river: it is a legend. But there is no need for a raft or canoe to explore this mighty river. Curious readers can simply pick up this book to learn all they need to know about the Mississippi. Geography of the World introduces students to the major geographic features of our planet. With original maps and brilliant photographs, each book answers basic questions about how each geographic area developed, what makes...

A biography of Bill Gates, focusing on the Seattle business community and the global village that he has helped create through his work as a computer software entrepreneur.

Relates the life story of Molly Brown, who rose from humble beginnings to great wealth through the Colorado Gold Rush, survived the sinking of the Titanic, and was active in social reform.

Relates the story of the founder of the Hershey Chocolate Company in Hershey, Pennsylvania, known for his hard work, perseverance, and charity on behalf of young people.

Activities in a happy, busy kindergarten classroom introduce the numbers one to ten.