Alice Low

Wendy, the yougest witch in her family, is afraid of everything, but most especially mean, bossy witches like her older sisters until she finds a way to out-witch them.

Recreates the popular myths of ancient Greece, including the legend of Odysseus.

Sports have origins in all kinds of activities, such as playing with sticks and stones, running from threats, and taking part in religious ceremonies. Using conjecture and historical facts, this book of poetry and prose relates how nineteen sports got their start and grew into the games we know today.

To keep up with demand, Popcorn Nell buys a very large popping machine, but when it pops day and night, it makes more than enough popcorn!

A magically untalented witch is barred from performing in the Witch Circus until one day when she becomes a hero.

Folders with paper and cardboard representations of things found in a briefcase allow children to "go to work" just like Mommy. A story conveys the message: Mommy may be busy at work, but she's always thinking of you!

Fifty-four works of well-loved poets and authors compose this holiday collection.

A collection of more than fifteen traditional and original scary stories.

A collection of more than twenty stories including folk and fairy tale favorites, contemporary stories about everyday life, and excerpts from childhood classics.