Marc Tolon Brown Books

As the award-winning Arthur TV series reaches its twenty-fifth anniversary, what better way to celebrate America's favorite aardvark than with this collection of life lessons perfect for graduations and other milestones!

Square-dancing in gym class leads to this hilarious tale of miscommunication.

Arthur's new puppy causes problems when it tears the living room apart, wets on everything, and refuses to wear a leash.Arthur is thrilled when he gets a new puppy. He's had a lot of experience with pets so he knows they're as much work as they are fun.Even so, when Pal tears the living room apart, wets on everything, and refuses to wear his leash, Arthur gets worried. His parents are unhappy with Pal's behavior and even D.W. seems ready to banish the boisterous puppy to the garage. What if Arthur can't control Pal-and Pal gets sent away to live on a farm?Readers of all ages will laugh out loud as they follow Pal's progress from mischievious scamp to dog show material under the loving guidance of his owner, Arthur.

Approximately sixty tips are demonstrated by dinosaurs in situations at home, during meals, camping, in the car, and in other familiar places.

The story follows Arthur as he creatively entertains his sister D.W., who is feeling bored. Instead of simply playing with her, he spins an imaginative tale that takes them on a thrilling adventure to various exciting locations, including a volcano, a jungle, the ocean, and even the White House. This engaging narrative showcases Arthur's storytelling skills and highlights the playful sibling dynamic, making it an entertaining read for young audiences.

The story revolves around Arthur's first sleepover with friends Brain and Buster, filled with excitement and a touch of fear due to alien rumors. As they camp out, strange noises and lights spark their imaginations. Arthur uncovers that it's just his sister D.W. playing tricks, leading to a playful revenge that results in chaos. The illustrations enhance the humor, capturing character expressions and additional details reminiscent of the Arthur TV series, making the narrative more engaging and lively.

Three new chapter books feature Arthur and his friends for fans ready to read on their own. Each book features longer Arthur Adventures at a third-grade reading level and has loads of kid appeal. Arthur is in top form as he tries to figure out who Muffy's secret admirer is, enters a poetry contest with all his friends, and attempts to rein in Buster's ego when he becomes a local hero. Arthur fans will want to read and collect all of these new chapter books!

Arthur needs his glasses to see, but his friends tease him! Can Arthur learn to wear his glasses with pride?

After Arthur calls Francine a marshmallow, she refuses to speak to him. Then Mr. Ratburn pairs them up for a homework project. They reluctantly go to the library for research-and find themselves locked in once the library closes. Will Arthur and Francine set aside their differences and work together to find a way out? In chapter-book format, for children who are ready to read on their own, this supenseful adventure will surely be a hit among Arthur fans.

D.W. volunteers Arthur to babysit the terrible Tibble twins, notorious for their mischief. The situation gets out of control, but Arthur comes up with a great idea to get the twins to behave. Text copyright 2004 Lectorum Publications, Inc.

D.W. is very picky about what she eats. She doesn't seem to like anything. Her dining out days with her family are cut short when she refuses to eat her salad and flings it to the floor. Will her table manners improve in time for her Grandma Thora's special dinner out? Text copyright 2004 Lectorum Publications, Inc.

It takes a really embarrassing moment in the school cafeteria to cure Arthur of his fear of being caught in his underwear.

Arthur, tired of being the only one in his class who still has all his baby teeth, waits impatiently for his loose tooth to fall out.

Another classic tale from the pen of Marc Brown

A fully illustrated paperback story book for 3-6 year olds

Third-grade Arthur fans ready to read on their own can take their own adventure with Arthur as he finds a lost diary. Illustrations.

Arthur's family vacation is all wet-it's pouring rain! Arthur has to take charge and finds new things for his family to do-like go to Gatorville. Maybe family vacation isn't so bad after all!

Arthur is looking forward to having the Brain spend an entire weekend at his house, but then the Brain shows up and starts acting a little too much like the perfect family member. Illustrated in b&w.

D.W. bosses her brother Arthur into carrying her on his shoulders at the beach because she maintains that she hates the water, until she gets a big wet surprise.

Halloween has Arthur spooked! When his little sister wanders off into the scariest house on the street, Arthur has to find the courage to go in and save her. Will Arthur and D.W. make it out alive?

Arthur is off to nursery school, and youngsters are invited to join him for a day of early-learning fun.  Readers can lift over 50 flaps to find his missing sock, discover what's in the "show and tell" boxes, and see what's under each letter of the alphabet.  They can even join in on Arthur's flap-flipping rendition of "The Three Little Pigs" during story hour! Value-packed and fun-filled, here is one school day no child will want to see end.  A Children's Book-of-the-Month Club Main Selection.  

Fun dinosaur characters teach young children all about friendship--the value of friends, how to make friends, and how to be a good friend. With playful full-color illustrations, Laurie Krasny Brown and Marc Brown help kids cope with everyday social situations and learn: Who can be your friend. How to show someone you would like to be friends. How to handle bosses and bullies. The best ways to be a friend and ways not to be a friend. Ways to settle an argument with a friend.

Arthur, D.W., and their friends bring a touch of their own personalities and senses of humor to this sprightly collection of classic bedtime stories. "Could you please be more careful--you're drooling on my cape," says D.W. to the wolf in "Little Red Riding Hood." "Lucky I'm not afraid of heights," proclaims Francine as she climbs to the top of the mattresses in "The Princess and the Pea." Master weaver Arthur has the last laugh in "The Emperor's New Clothes." Each short, fun-to-read story has just the right mixture of the familiar tales with the contemporary spin of Arthur and his friends. "The Frog Prince," "The Three Bears," "The Three Little Pigs," and others round out this big, heavily illustrated hardcover bonanza for parents. Yes, it's really helpful in getting the kids settled down and ready for bed!

Finding the three friends Little Witch wants at her birthday party takes more than magic spells in this sequel to Little Witch's Big Night.

The story centers on Arthur's third-grade class as they face off against Glenbrook Academy in various competitions during the Middle Ages Fair. Despite losing in several events, the final challenge involves pulling a sword from a stone. This pivotal moment offers Arthur and his classmates a chance to prove their worth and challenge the notion of victory, highlighting themes of teamwork, perseverance, and the spirit of competition.

Arthur the aardvark is having a birthday party, and all his relatives are coming from Ohio. Then Miffy announces that she's having a party as well, and the rest of the gang have to decide which party they're going to.

After her friends help her get the lead in the third grade play, Francine becomes so intent on making the play perfect that she almost ruins it.

The Mystery of the Stolen Bike tells of Francine who acquires a bicycle once owned by her father. She's embarrassed by the bike, but when she reports that it's stolen, her friends rally to find the thief. Will Arthur and his friends discover the true fate of Francine's bike?

Arthur worries about remembering his magic tricks for the April Fool's Day assembly and Binky's threat to pulverize him.

Arthur's anxiety peaks when he learns his teacher, Mr. Ratburn, will be staying at his home. However, he soon realizes that Mr. Ratburn is relatable and not so different from others. After scoring an A on a test, Arthur faces teasing from his friends, who label him a teacher's pet. Ultimately, both Arthur and Mr. Ratburn work together to address the misconceptions, highlighting themes of friendship and understanding in the face of peer pressure.

Once Arthur starts playing "Deep, Dark Sea" on the computer, he's hooked. But when he finally gets close to finding "the thing", Mum tells him to switch the computer off. When she goes out, Arthur can't resist playing again, but the screen goes blank. How is Arthur going to explain this one?

For use in schools and libraries only. Arthur wants everything to be perfect for Christmas, but nothing seems to be turning out right. Finally he realizes what truly makes Christmas perfect.

Arthur makes a promise to his sister and then wants very badly to back out but knows that it is the wrong thing to do.

Black-and-white pictograms accompany twelve catchy and familiar rhymes suitable for reciting or singing at playtime. Reprint.

Getting ready for Christmas with Arthur and D.W. has never been more fun! All the holiday excitement--from baking cookies to trimming the tree to watching for the arrival of Santa--is packed into this sturdy interactive board book, all decked out with flaps to flip and stickers to stick.  

On this cozy snow day, Arthur learns that some good things are worth waiting for

Francine and Muffy are good friends until Muff lets Francine take the blame for cheating on a test.

Will Arthur figure out D.W.’s reading trick? D.W. makes a bet with Arthur that she can teach Baby Kate how to read in a single afternoon. The loser of the bet has to change their little sister’s stinky diapers! D.W. devises a clever trick to make sure she wins the bet. But will Arthur fall for it—or come up with a trick of his own before the next diaper change is needed?

Arthur worries about remembering his magic tricks for the April Fool's Day assembly and Binky's threats to pulverize him.

The walls would tremble. The dishes would break. Oh, what a terrible mess we would make! If all the animals came inside, bears would run down the stairs, kangaroos would bounce on the couch, and hippos would play hide-and-seek through the halls! Join one family's wild romp as animals of all shapes and sizes burst through the front door and make themselves right at home. Extraordinary collage artwork from beloved illustrator Marc Brown (Arthur series) pairs with Eric Pinder's hilarious rhyming verse to make this the perfect book to read aloud again and again.

Arthur and the Race to Read To raise money for a literacy drive, everyone at Arthur's school is going to run a race together. Arthur and his friends buddy up to train, but Fern seems uninterested in winning or even just improving her speed. Will everyone else be able to inspire her in time for Race Day? Presented in chapter-book format, for children who are ready to read on their own, this tale of competition will surely be a hit among Arthur fans.

Arthur finds his role as director of the Thanksgiving play a difficult one, especially since no one will agree to play the turkey.

The story centers on a diverse group of friends whose humorous escapades provide valuable lessons for preschoolers about celebrating individuality. Through their comedic interactions, young readers learn the importance of embracing what makes them unique.

After Fern and Sue Ellen take a popularity test in a magazine for teenage girls, the two start changing, leaving their friends longing for the old Fern and Sue Ellen to return.

The story revolves around a school trip to Rainbow Rock State Park, where Buster discovers a fossil but is reluctant to share it. Arthur faces the challenge of convincing Buster to return the significant find, highlighting themes of friendship, sharing, and the importance of preserving history. The narrative explores the dynamics of childhood relationships and the moral dilemma of keeping something valuable versus doing the right thing.

Buster embarks on a mission to solve the mystery of the missing quarters collected for Mrs. MacGrady's charity drive. As he investigates, he is determined to clear Arthur's name and ensure he can attend the class picnic. The story combines elements of friendship, loyalty, and the thrill of detective work, as Buster navigates clues and suspects to uncover the truth behind the disappearance.

Arthur faces self-doubt after joining the Little League team, struggling with his rusty skills and feeling pressure from teammates like Francine, who wants him benched. Despite his efforts and Buster's quirky good luck charm, Arthur's performance remains shaky. As the first game approaches, he must overcome his insecurities and prove his worth to his friends. This story explores themes of friendship, perseverance, and the challenges of fitting in while pursuing a passion.

Arthur isn't sure he is happy about the new baby in the family, but when his sister asks for his help in handling the baby, Arthur feels much better.

Arthur veut faire un cadeau au père Noël. Mais quoi? Il se rend compte que celui-ci mange beaucoup et des mets variés. Il lui cuisine quelques plats de son cru

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