Illustrations and rhyming text describe the activities of animals living in and near a small pond as spring progresses to autumn.

When Bear notices that winter is nearly here, she hurries to tell Snail, after which each animal tells another until finally the already sleeping Bear is awakened in her den with the news.

A collection of simple works which introduce colors, shapes, numbers, animals, food, and nursery rhymes.

Eric Carle and fourteen other beloved children's book artists illustrate their favorite bugs and explain why they love them. Everybody has a favorite bug. Some like shiny, colorful beetles or busy ants or soft pale moths best. Others prefer spindly walking sticks or fuzzy caterpillars that turn into bright butterflies. With beautiful illustrations and charming personal stories, 15 children's book artists share their favorite bugs and why they love...