As a distant howl echoes through the forest, animals quickly stop what they're doing and run for home. Look out—Wolf's coming! As the shadowy figure gets closer and closer and the day draws to a close, the animals shut the door, pull the shades, and turn out the lights. Soon the wolf's glowing eyes appear at the window and the front door opens . . . But things are not as they seem in this suspenseful, clever story, and it's the reader who's in for...

"Every child in the world has a birthday. But how children celebrate this occasion depends on where they live. In this latest addition to the Around the World series, award-winning author Margriet Ruurs explores the fascinating ways that children experience birthdays. You'll meet fourteen kids from different countries, each celebrating a birthday according to their local traditions. Bram from Belgium never gets to sleep in on his birthday - his family...

Describes birthday greetings and celebration customs from nineteen countries with complete how-to-do-it descriptions of food, games, and crafts.

"Since the dawn of time, the Minions have been searching for a worthy master. But every time they come close, something happens and they have to start over. Will Dracula--the master of all vampires--be any different? Join the Minons and the ancient vampire for a truly despicable Halloween adventure"--Page [4] of cover.

Classic tale of a girl's birthday party where she ultimately learns the true value of a birthday gift. Share this book with your child and watch their curiosity discovering the mystery surprise gift.

A one-of-a-kind birthday party DIY-planning guide and cookbook for parents and kids, complete with 10 unique ways to thematically tie together party themes, activities, and creative cakes -- fully illustrated with 4 color art as well as photographs. Make birthday memories that will last a lifetime! There's nothing quite as special as creating your very own birthday party. In this spectacular DIY birthday planner for children aged three to ten, kids...