Janner Igiby, his brother, Tink, and their disabled sister, Leeli, are gifted children as all children are, loved well by a noble mother and ex-pirate grandfather. But they will need all their gifts and all that they love to survive the evil pursuit of the venomous Fangs of Dang, who have crossed the dark sea to rule the land with…
Book I of the Story of the World series. Focuses on the civilizations surrounding the Mediterranean Sea from the time of Abraham to the birth of Christ. Brief histories of the Ancient Israelites, Phoenicians, Egyptians, Scythians, Persians, Greeks, and Romans are given, concluding with the conquest of the entire Mediterranean by Rome. Important myths and legends that preceded recorded history…
Paano Kumain ng Kulay Poem by Mabi David Illustrations by Yas Doctor Translation by Karla Rey Paano ba kumain ng kulay? Ano kaya ang lasa ng pula? Ng dilaw? Ng lungtian? Tara na't tikman ang bahaghari! How does one eat color? What could be the taste of red? Of yellow? Of green? Come and taste the rainbow!
Paboritong Lugar ni Nanay Story by Weng Cahiles Illustrations by Aldy Aguirre A mother explores the memories of her lost hometown in Paboritong Lugar ni Nanay. ISBN: 978-971-508-824-4 Language: Filipino
PAGTULOG NA, NENE: A Hiligaynon Lullaby Illustrated by: Hermes Alegre If you loved Hermes Alegre’s art in BAHAY KUBO (1993), you’ll love his mother and child paintings against vivid countryside backdrops in his new picture book, PAGTULOG NA, NENE (2017). “Pagtulog na, Nene” is a gentle lullaby from the Hiligaynon-speaking people of Panay Island in western Visayas, Philippines. The name “Nene”…
PAKITONG-KITONG: A Cebuano Folk Song Illustrated by: Harry Monzon How hard is it to catch a river crab? Harry Monzon interprets the well-loved children’s song, “Pakitong-kitong” as a journey on a fishing boat navigating through the river while trying to catch the little creatures living in the lush mangrove forests of Cebu. Give the Gift of Song! At the hour of…
Papel de Liha Story by Ompong Remigio Illustrations by Beth Parrocha Doctolero First Prize – 1995 Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature, Short Story for Children 1996 National Book Award for Best Children’s Book This story is a tribute to the strength of a mother. Her hands are rough because of the many household chores, but soften and lighten when…
Philippine Blank Map - Medium (13 x 9.5 inches) Best incorporated with Philippine Studies; Mapwork. Large Philippine Blank Map (13 x 19 inches) only available during OLL Workshops/Events.
Physics Experiments for Children What better way is there to learn than by doing? This unusual book enables children to carry out more than 103 different experiments and demonstrations, carefully planned to illustrate principles of modern science. Clear step-by-step instructions, frequent diagrams, and clear statements of conclusions all enable the young student to carry through these experiments with minimal supervision,…
POK POK ALIMPAKO, A Maranao Folk Song Illustrated by: Liza Flores "Pok Pok Alimpako" is a game song in which children stack their fists, building an imaginary staircase to the moon and stars. Taking inspiration from the delicately intricate okir motifs in Maranao traditional art, Liza Flores used paper cutouts to weave a whimsical journey. At the hour of bedtime, nothing enchants a child like…
PONG PONG GUINATBONG, An Ilocano Folk Song Illustrated by: Danielle V. Florendo "Pong Pong Guinatbong" is a game song created for the amusement of babies. With lyrics that speak of the joy in cooking and eating the Ilokano pinakbet, Danielle illustrates the scrumptious flavors one can savor from the traditional earthen kitchen. At the hour of bedtime, nothing enchants a child like the joy of a well-loved folk…
Reading Literature: Primer by Harriette Taylor Treadwell and Margaret Free Introductory volume in the series of Reading-Literature Readers, whose purpose is to train children in reading and appreciating literature. Contains nine of the best folk tales, true to the original, and yet written in such a simple style that children can quickly begin reading the real story. Ages 4-6
READING-LITERATURE: First Reader (restocking mid-August 2021) by Harriette Taylor Treadwell Second volume in the series of Reading-Literature readers, whose purpose is to train children in reading and appreciating literature through the reading of literature. Contains thirteen of the best folk tales, of gradually increasing difficulty, and 33 of the best rhymes and jingles suitable for young children. Ages 5-8
By: Washington Irving, N.C. Wyeth This charming hardcover collectible will appeal to both admirers of N. C. Wyeth's iconic art and Washington Irving's timeless tale of the Hudson Valley idler who sleeps for 20 years. Wyeth ranks among America's best-known book illustrators, and his nine color plates and numerous other black-and-white illustrations make this a book to treasure. A Calla Edition, originally…
By: Washington Irving Travel back in time to the days before the American Revolution, when Dutch settlers populated the little towns along the Hudson River and ghosts roamed the mountains and river valleys. In "Rip Van Winkle," a henpecked husband escapes his nagging wife by wandering the Catskills, where he encounters some mysterious mountain men and tastes a strange brew with…
By: Howard Pyle, Paul Creswick, N.C. Wyeth Generation after generation, young imaginations find their way to Sherwood Forest to join Robin Hood and his merry men in the fellowship of the greenwood and the fight against injustice. Readers of all ages will delight in this deluxe hardcover volume, which presents the Scribner's Classic edition by Paul Creswick and its brilliant color plates by…
By: Daniel Defoe You would never guess that this novel was published nearly 300 years ago — the exploits of its hero remain fresh and exciting, and even those who have never read the book recognize the name Robinson Crusoe as a synonym for a desert-island castaway. This Evergreen edition offers young readers a chance to get swept away by one of literature's most memorable…
Sampu Pataas, Sampu Pababa Story by Russell Molina Illustrations Conrad Raquel My friend knows how many steps there are on the stairs going to school. He has counted every step to every place he goes. Mak-mak is unique. Numbers are always circling in his thoughts. He has many questions for me—help me answer them! Kabisado ng aking kaibigan ang bilang ng…
Written by Luis P. Gatmaitan, M.D. Illustrated by Beth Parrocha-Doctolero (Note: This story is written in Filipino with parallel English text) The father of Karina and Susie is a shoemaker. But only Karina gets to wear the shoes that he makes. “Sorry, Bunso, you will never know how it feels like to wear the beautiful shoes our Tatay makes…” Karina whispers…
Sayaw ng mga Kamay Story by Joanna Que Illustrations by Fran Alvarez Sayaw ng mga Kamay is an uplifting story about a friendship overcoming disability barriers with Filipino Sign Language.
Seven Little Sisters Who Live On the Round Ball That Floats in the Air by Jane Andrews Engaging introduction to the peoples of the world through the stories of the seven little sisters: the little brown baby; Agoonack, the Eskimo sister; Gemila, the child of the desert; Jeannette, the Swiss maiden; Pen-se the Chinese girl; Manenko, the little dark girl;…
Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream Shakespeare's incomparable romantic comedy takes on a new and vivid life in these brilliant images by one of the 20th century's leading illustrators. The fairy world of A Midsummer Night's Dream is the perfect milieu for the artistry of Arthur Rackham, a popular illustrator of fairy tales who possessed a striking gift for depicting fanciful creatures. His…
Si Agni at ang Ulan Story by Dora Sales Illustrations by Enrique Flores Filipino translation by Alvin Ringgo C. Reyes Kapag mahirap ka, imbisibol ka. Hindi nakikita. Walang nakakapansin. Alam na alam ito ni Agni, isang batang maghapong nagtatrabaho sa isang labahan sa Bombay. Bawat kuskos ni Agni, may katapat na pangarap: makatikim ng maraming klase ng pagkain, makapaglakbay sa iba't ibang…
Si Diwayen, Noong Bago Dumating ang mga Espanyol Story by Augie Rivera Illustrations by Paolo Lim Lunhaw and Diwayen are friends. But their fates are just too different: Lunhaw is a princess, while Diwayen is a slave. Will Diwayen ever taste true freedom? Magkaibigan si Lunhaw at si Diwayen. Ngunit sadyang magkaiba ang kanilang kapalaran: prinsesa si Lunhaw habang alipin naman…
