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Through the Looking-Glass is a novel by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson), and is the sequel to Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Set some six months later than the earlier book, Alice again enters a fantastical world, this time by climbing through a mirror into the world that she can see beyond it. Through the Looking-Glass includes such celebrated verses as "Jabberwocky" and "The Walrus and the Carpenter", and the episode involving Tweedledum...

A young boy determines to rescue a poor baby dragon who is being used by a group of lazy wild animals to ferry them across the river on Wild Island.

Huck, in flight from his murderous father, and Jim, in flight from slavery, pilot their raft down the Mississippi River in search of freedom.

Presents the stories of children who have lived in Northern Canada from Antoine Jibeau in 1870 to Devon Allooloo in 2010.

Novice wizard Harry Potter, now sixteen years old, begins his sixth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the midst of the battle between good and evil, which has heated up with the return of the Dark Lord Voldemort.

A collection of short poems about familiar subjects in a child's everyday world.

"Barbara Reid's brilliant Plasticine art breathes new life into the classic poem -- with a Canadian twist! 'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. So begins the classic Christmas poem, beloved of Canadian children for generations. Now Barbara Reid's charming animals romp through the story, bringing a lively and very Canadian interpretation to the classic words. Happy Christmas to...

Follow the real lives of seven kids from Italy, Japan, Iran, India, Peru, Uganda, and Russia for a single day! In Japan Kei plays Freeze Tag, while in Uganda Daphine likes to jump rope. But while the way they play may differ, the shared rhythm of their days--and this one world we all share--unites them. This genuine exchange provides a window into traditions that may be different from our own as well as a mirror reflecting our common experiences....

Due to the popular demand of Archie Comics' fans everywhere, we're shining the spotlight on Riverdale brighter than ever before. Tales From Riverdale Digest highlights the amazing supporting cast that have entertained generations... from Reggie and Moose to Sabrina and Josie, and every teen in between! Not to mention the hilarious group of adults in Riverdale! Of course, Archie, Betty, Veronica and Jughead still make appearances, too. "Riverdale High...

Five further adventures of two best friends as they share cookies, plant a garden, and test their bravery.