Nancy White Carlstrom

Jesse Bear is admonished not to get wet under a variety of tantalizing circumstances, until finally he receives permission in his own wading pool.

Mama and child discuss the family's upcoming move to a new house and the reasons why she does not wish to leave the child behind.

Annie Claire, excited but nervous about her first day of school, is reasurred by her mother, whose love always goes with her.

It is both the unnoticed cottonwood seed floating in the air and the familiar raven's call that prompts children to listen, touch, be surprised, laugh, and celebrate the wonder of their creator and the beauty of creation. This enchantingly poetic story will delight children as they discover new ways to appreciate and interact with the world around them.

Because none of the other animals will play with him, Joshie the sea otter swims too far out to sea, but he is called back by a song sung in the strong safe voice of his mother.

A collection of poems about one family's activities on Thanksgiving Day, including pondering the history behind the holiday, welcoming visiting relatives, praying for others, enjoying the good food, and giving thanks at the end of the day.

Sammy wakes up to Monday morning sunshine, has breakfast, and heads to preschool.

Rhymed text and illustrations describe Jesse Bear's activities from January to December.

A little boy watches the wind through the four seasons of the year.