William Steig Libri

"Doctor De Soto, the dentist, did very good work." With the aid of his able assistant, Mrs. De Soto, he copes with the toothaches of animals large and small. His expertise is so great that his fortunate patients never feel any pain. Since he's a mouse, Doctor De Soto refuses to treat "dangerous" animals--that is, animals who have a taste for mice. But one day a fox shows up and begs for relief from the tooth that's killing him. How can the kindhearted De Sotos turn him away? But how can they make sure that the fox doesn't give in to his baser instincts once his tooth is fixed? Those clever De Sotos will find a way.

Two painted wooden figures argue about where they came from, whether they just happened by accident or were created by some other being.

A whale might help a mouse, but what can a mouse do to help a whale?

The charming story of a loyal and wrongly-accused goose, with delightful illustrations by the author

Letters and numbers are used to create the sounds of words and simple sentences 4 u 2 figure out with the aid of illustrations.

The delightful tale of a wandering good samaritan dog, with heartwarming illustrations by the author

"In a moment of fright, Sylvester the donkey asks his magic pebble to turn him into a rock but then can not hold the pebble to wish himself back to normal again."--Title page verso

The Amazing Bone is a 1976 New York Times Book Review Notable Children's Book of the Year and Outstanding Book of the Year, a 1977 Caldecott Honor Book, and a 1977 Boston Globe - Horn Book Awards Honor Book for Picture Books. William Steig, incomparable master of the contemporary picture book, has never been better than in The Amazing Bone. It's a bright and beautiful spring day, and Pearl, a pig, is dawdling on her way home from school. Most unexpectedly, she strikes up an acquaintance with a small bone. "You talk?" says Pearl. "In any language," says the bone. "And I can imitate any sound there is." (Its former owner was a witch.) Pearl and the bone immediately take a liking to each other, and before you know it she is on her way home with the bone in her purse, left open so they can continue their conversation. Won't her parents be surprised when she introduces her talking bone! But before that happy moment comes, the resourceful bone must deal with a band of highway robbers in Halloween masks and, worse, a fox who decides that Pearl will be his main course at dinner that night. And deal it does, with gambits droll and thrilling. Made into a short animated film voiced by John Lithgow, available on streaming and home video.

Set nearly a century ago, the narrative captures the nostalgic essence of childhood in a simpler time. It reflects on a world where fire engines were horse-drawn, gender roles were distinct, and entertainment was found in libraries and affordable movies. The author's vivid recollections evoke a sense of innocence and tradition, painting a picture of daily life where hats were a common accessory and community interactions were more personal.

Engaging with clever word puzzles, readers can decode the seemingly impossible code by vocalizing each letter, revealing playful phrases like "the elephant ate the hay." This edition, originally in black and white, has been revitalized with color and a fresh design, enhancing its appeal for both new and returning fans. The book invites a fun and interactive experience, making it an enjoyable addition to any puzzle lover's collection.