Here is the original inspiration for the blockbuster Night At The Museum movies--starring Ben Stiller--from 20th Century Fox. In this charming, funny picture book that started it all, Larry becomes a night guard at New York's Museum of Natural History. He thinks it's going to be an easy job, but is he in for a surprise. After dozing off, he wakes up to find the most amazing vanishing act in the museum's history. The museum's entire collection of dinosaur skeletons has disappeared! In a panic, Larry rushes from one room to the next--then dashes outside into Central Park, and then next door into the planetarium. Where did the skeletons go? Who is the dinosaur thief? How in the world will Larry ever get those dinosaur bones back? Originally published by B.E.S. in 1993, this mystery-comedy picture book features the author's original captivating, hilarious, full-color illustrations on every page.

The Night at the Museum

Children's Books

Trenc, Milan

Animals

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In this sensitively told story, a little boy is feeling sad because every day he has to face a bully. But the little boy also has friends. A frog, a cat, a rabbit, a cow, and other animal friends insist on helping him, even after he tells them: "There's nothing you can do for me/ There's nothing you can say." Fortunately, he is mistaken, because the next time the bully approaches, they all join with him and shout, "LEAVE HIM ALONE!" And it works! The bully turns around and goes away. Author Kes Gray's gently clever use of rhyming verse gives a difficult subject a wonderfully light touch. Large color illustrations on every page capture the spirit of a story that will have special meaning for many little boys and girls.

Leave Me Alone: A Tale of What Happens When You Stand Up to a Bully

Gray, Kes

Growing Up & Facts of Life

Ella Bella loves her ballet class, which is conducted by the kindly Madame Rosa at an old theatre that seems touched by magic. One day, when Ella loses one of her slippers, Madame Rosa lends her another pair for dancing--and is then reminded of Cinderella and her story of the lost slipper. Madame Rosa recounts the tale to her students, and Ella Bella listens with heightened interest. When their day's lesson has ended Ella lingers at the theatre, then opens Madame Rosa's music box and listens as it plays melodies from the Cinderella ballet. Suddenly, Cinderella's fairy godmother magically appears, and Ella Bella is transported into the beloved story of Cinderella. This delightful book's final page describes the ballet Cinderella, with music by the great Russian composer, Sergei Prokofiev.

Ella Bella Ballerina and Cinderella: A Ballerina book for Toddlers and Girls 4-8 (Christmas, Easter, and birthday gifts!) (Ella Bella Ballerina Series)

Mayhew, James

The newest title in B.E.S. charming Ella Bella series tells another story of Ella Bella, a little girl who loves to dance. In this story, Ella's kindly ballet teacher Madame Rosa is preparing her class to dance in Tchaikovsky's immortal Swan Lake, and as Ella learns the story and listens to the music she is transported in a dream into Swan Lake's setting. There, she meets Odette, a beautiful princess who is transformed into a swan by an evil sorcerer. This beautiful volume's story is enhanced with James Mayhew's color illustrations. A brief passage at the back of the book recounts the life of Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and his creation of the music for this famous ballet.

Ella Bella Ballerina and Swan lake: A Ballerina book for Toddlers and Girls 4-8 (Christmas, Easter, and birthday gifts!) (Ella Bella Ballerina Series)

Arts, Music & Photography

At first glance, the daddy in this book seems to be quite average. He cooks, cleans, and plays games with his young son. Like most dads, he doesn't always win and he isn't always right, but in the imaginative eyes of the little boy narrating this sweet story, his daddy is a hero in every way. From capturing and locking up outlaws, to battling greedy dragons, and putting monsters to sleep with a wizard's spell, there's no end to the amazing feats of strength and ingenuity that his father can do! With clever rhyming text and adorably detailed illustration, Daddy Is My Hero is a fitting tribute to every child's first real-life superman...their dad.

Daddy Is My Hero: Celebrate Dad this Father's Day with this Fun Picture Book!

Richards, Dawn

Action & Adventure

Here is the newest title in B.E.S. delightful Ella Bella series! In this story, Ella's kindly ballet teacher, Madame Rosa, has given the children costumes to wear as her magical music box pours out a shimmering tune. "This is A Midsummer Night's Dream by Felix Mendelssohn," she says, as she tells the children about the Shakespearean story that inspired Mendelssohn's ballet. When Madame Rosa is through, she asks all of her little ballerinas to "dance like fairies!" When everyone else goes off to change, Ella stays behind for just one more fairy dance…and finds herself transported into the story of A Midsummer Night's Dream. There, she meets Puck, the mischievous fairy, and Oberon, King of Fairyland. Oberon asks Puck to help him win back the heart of Titania, his fairy queen. Puck, in turn, enlists Ella to help him in his midsummer mischief. This charming story is beautifully illuminated by James Mayhew's whimsical, lovely, and colorful illustrations. A brief passage at the back of the book tells the story of William Shakespeare's beloved comedy. It also includes some interesting facts about Felix Mendelssohn and his sparkling, scurrying, enchanting music.

Ella Bella Ballerina and A Midsummer Night's Dream: A Ballerina book for Toddlers and Girls 4-8 (Christmas, Easter, and birthday gifts!) (Ella Bella Ballerina Series)

This journal is part of "the Gift of an Angel" product collection, inspired by the well loved gift book, "the Gift of an Angel", for parents welcoming a new child, written and illustrated by Marianne Richmond. This 80 page journal guides the parents through baby's first year allowing for photographs, locks of hair, footprints and much more. "A Baby Journal" is wire-bound with an outer hardcover, ensuring that this treasured keepsake will be around for baby to share with his or her own grandchildren.

A Baby Journal: A Keepsake for Parents Welcoming a New Child

Richmond, Marianne

Reference

Inspired by the heartwarming book The Gift of a Memory, this cherished keepsake will help you commemorate the loss of a loved one, written and illustrated by Marianne Richmond.

A Memory Journal: A Keepsake Journal of Loss and Remembrance (Marianne Richmond)

Parenting & Relationships

The Gifts of Being Grand pays tribute to the special joys and rewards of grandparenthood. Filled with wit and warmth, the book's lyrical poetry and vibrant illustrations let "grown-up" moms and dads recall their parenting past, celebrate their own kids, and delight in the newfound gifts of grandparenthood. From a "grand" new name and lots of hugs and kisses...to a second chance for patience, adventure and fun, The Gifts of Being Grand counts each gift as a reason to cherish this grand season of life! The perfect gift to honor the seasoned grandparent or to enthuse the grandparent-to-be, The Gifts of Being Grand is a treasured reminder of how good it is to be grand!

The Gifts of Being Grand: A Perfect Keepsake For First Time Grandparents and Grandparents Everywhere (Marianne Richmond)

Family Relationships

Kids have a lot to say. That's why we created this fun, colorful journal where kids of all ages can record their thoughts and feelings about family, friends, pets, dreams and wishes! My Journal about Me! is perfectly designed to be a self-paced, anytime, anywhere activity - after school, before bedtime, or in the car! Have fun discovering all the neat things that make today's kids truly worth celebrating!

My Journal About Me!: A Keepsake Celebrating the "Me-ness" of Me (Marianne Richmond)

Activities, Crafts & Games

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