Doreen Croninová se proslavila jako autorka dětských knih, ale než se k psaní naplno ponořila, věnovala se právu. Její texty se vyznačují humorem a neobvyklými pohledy na každodenní život, často prostřednictvím zvířecích postav. Croninová mistrně objevuje svět z perspektivy svých hrdinů, ať už jde o vynalézavé krávy nebo o optimistického červa, a ukazuje, že i ty nejběžnější situace mohou být zdrojem překvapivého potěšení a vhledu. Její styl je hravý a zároveň pronikavý, což z jejích knih činí oblíbené čtení pro děti i dospělé.
In this humorous tale, Farmer Brown's cows discover a typewriter and begin to voice their demands. When their requests are ignored, they decide to go on strike, leading to a funny standoff between the farmer and his clever cows.
Cows That Type (Storytime Together Edition)
The story features Farmer Brown, who is perplexed by typing sounds from the barn, leading to unexpected chaos when his cows start leaving him notes. They advocate for improved working conditions and even organize a strike, showcasing their determination for better treatment. This humorous tale highlights themes of communication and negotiation between humans and animals, all presented in vibrant full color.
J.J. the search-and-rescue dog seeks a peaceful break after his last adventure, but his plans are disrupted by the arrival of Diamond Lil, a show dog who captivates Moosh and her chicks. As J.J. grapples with Lil's influence and the peculiarities of her world, he also faces the challenge of a mischievous possum threatening the coop. With questions about Lil's true nature and the possum's antics, J.J. must navigate these new dynamics while ensuring the safety of his friends.
Farmer Brown has a problem. His cows like to type. All day long he hears Click, clack, MOO. Click, clack, MOO. Clickety, clack, MOO. But Farmer Brown's problems REALLY begin when his cows start leaving him notes.... Doreen Cronin's understated text and Betsy Lewin's expressive illustrations make the most of this hilarious situation. Come join the fun as a bunch of literate cows turn Farmer Brown's farm upside down.
This is the diary... of a spider. But don't be worried – he's more scared of you and your gigantic shoe! Actually, he's a lot like you. He goes to gym class and has Grandparents' Day at school. But he also spins sticky webs, scales walls, and takes wind–catching lessons. Lucky for him, his best friend is a fly!Doreen Cronin and Harry Bliss, the team behind the #1 bestselling Diary Of A Worm, spin a hilarious tale about the upside–down web world of an eight–legged charmer and his unlikely friend, Fly.
This is the diary . . . of a worm. Surprisingly, a worm not that different from you or me: He lives with his parents, plays with his friends, and even goes to school. But unlike you or me, he never has to take a bath, he gets to eat his homework, and because he doesn't have legs, he just can't do the hokey pokey -- no matter how hard he tries. Oh, and his head looks a lot like his rear end.Doreen Cronin, the New York Times best-selling author of Click, Clack, Moo and Giggle, Giggle, Quack, teams up with illustrator Harry Bliss for this hysterical journal about the daily doings and the hidden world of a lovable underground dweller.
This is the diary...of a fly. A fly who, when she's not landing on your head or swimming in your soup, is trying to escape her 327 brothers and sisters who are driving her crazy!Even though she's little -- just like her best friends Worm and Spider -- Fly wants to be a superhero. And why not? She walks on walls, sees in all directions at once, and can already fly!Doreen Cronin and Harry Bliss, the team behind the New York Times bestsellers Diary of a Worm and Diary of a Spider, reach hilarious heights with their story of a little fly who's not afraid to dream big. Really big.
This board book edition of a "New York Times"-bestselling title features vibrant full-color illustrations. It presents a delightful story that engages young readers with its charming characters and playful narrative, making it an ideal choice for early literacy. Perfect for little hands, this standalone version brings the beloved tale to life for a new generation.
A Whacky Adventure
It's time for the annual Corn Maze Festival.The farm is bursting with activity.CluckWhack!The chickens build a fence around the cornfield.MooThwack!The cows give the barn a fresh coat of paint.Thump. Quack!Duck builds the ticket booth for the hot-air balloon ride.Everyone is excited. Well, Duck is not excited exactly. But he has a plan. As Farmer Brown designs the corn maze for the festival, Duck does some designing of his own. Guess who's in for a big surprise?The always-creative, always-hilarious, always-champions-of-corn-mazes pair who brought you Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type ; Giggle, Giggle, Quack ; and Duck for President have planned a terrific event. Step right up, folks.
New York Times bestselling duo Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin’s beloved story about a noisy duckling is now available as a Level 2 Ready-to-Read! There’s more trouble on the farm, but Duck has nothing to do with it, for once. This time the trouble is a four-ounce puff of fluff who just won’t go to sleep, and whose play-with-me “peeps” are keeping the whole barnyard awake with him. Peep! Peep! Peep! How do you get a baby duck to hit the hay? Poor Farmer Brown will find out—and Duck might just find himself in trouble after all…