Book Highlights

Here’s just a sample of the outstanding books you'll find in this Special Themed Catalog!

			Who’s That Knocking on Christmas Eve? by Jan Brett 32 pages   10" x 11" Ages 4–9 Description: Every year, trolls pound down the door of Kyri’s sod house and eat up her Christmas feast. But this year, Kyri has visitors: a young boy and his pet ice bear. That means a big surprise for the trolls, and a delightful treat for readers of this gorgeous new picture book. Favorite author/illustrator Jan Brett fills each page with bright colors, lovely Arctic designs, and marvelous surprises hidden in her trademark detailed borders. Special Offer Price: $12.95 Bonus Points: 250 Item #107
			Merry Christmas, Big Hungry Bear! by Don and Audrey Wood 48 pages   9 5/8" x 10 1/2"   Ages 2–up Description: Don and Audrey Wood bring back two of their most beloved characters for this wonderful holiday picture book. This time readers and Little Mouse are in for a delightful surprise: the promise of a friendship with a Big Hungry Bear who just might not be so scary after all. Special Offer Price: $12.95 Bonus Points: 250 Item #57
			The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers Pack by J.R.R. Tolkien 416 pages   Ages 10–up Description: Featuring a striking cover with art from the new movie, this compelling fantasy adventure—the second in Tolkien’s classic Lord of the Rings trilogy—is sure to win over new fans. As an additional incentive to keep kids reading, the book comes with an exciting, collectible bookmark featuring a ring in Elfin script that is modeled on the Ring of Power seen in the film. "One of the great fairy-tale quests in modern literature." –Time Magazine Special Offer Price: $7.95 Bonus Points: 135 Item #53
			Double Fudge by Judy Blume 160 pages   Ages 8–12 Description: The long-awaited sequel to Superfudge and Fudge-a-Mania is finally here! Once again, Peter’s little brother is wreaking havoc in highly original—and embarrassing—ways. Newly obsessed by money, Fudge prints his own "Fudge Bucks" and chooses birthday and Christmas presents years in advance. But when Fudge joins forces with his newly discovered long-lost cousins—including a Fudge "double," a 4-year-old also named Farley Drexel—that’s when chaos truly ensues, and readers are in for a hilarious treat. "Fudge’s inimitable antics and the characters’ rousing repartee contribute to the sprightly clip of this cheerful read." –Publishers Weekly Special Offer Price: $7.95 Bonus Points: 135 Item #26
			The New Big Book of America by Rukhsana Khan 56 pages   10" x 13 1/4"   Ages 8–12 Description: Fascinating facts, colorful pictures, and fun maps make this a must-have state-by-state guide! "Red, white and true American history comes alive in an array of patriotic offerings." –Publishers Weekly Special Offer Price: $8.95 Bonus Points: 150 Item #64