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Burton, Virginia Lee was born on August 30, 1909 in Newton Centre, Massachusetts, United States.
(Enjoy these classic stories about friendship! Mike Mulli...)
Enjoy these classic stories about friendship! Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel: Big diesel machines threaten to run Mike Mulligan and his little old steam shovel, Mary Anne, out of business until Mike agrees to tackle a big job. Pet Show!: Archie needs to come up with a pet in a hurry for the neighborhood pet show. A timeless story. May I Bring a Friend?: An imaginative boy graciously accepts an invitation from the King and Queen and then invites them to the zoo. The Happy Owls: Two owls discover the secret of peace and happiness and eventually share the secret with all their barnyard friends.
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( The little house first stood in the country, but gradua...)
The little house first stood in the country, but gradually the city moved closer and closer . . . Winner of the Caldecott Medal, this Read-Along Book and CD Favorite includes a paperback edition of the book and a compact disc in a newly designed reusable package. Perfect for car trips, classrooms, and bedtime listening, these recordings feature lively sound effects and original music. The CD includes one reading with page-turn signals as well as an uninterrupted reading.
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( Over seventy years ago, Virginia Lee Burton built the L...)
Over seventy years ago, Virginia Lee Burton built the Little House way out in the country, and since then generations of readers have been enchanted by the story of this happy home and her journey from bucolic hill and the pleasures of nature to the bustling city, and back again. This special edition features a brand-new introduction by Virginia Lee Burton’s son, noted sculptor Aris Demetrios; a bonus audio CD of the story; and a foil treatment on the jacket. This beautiful and timeless picture book is sure to be a favorite among readers for the next seventy years, and beyond.
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(Book is published by the Weekly reader Children's Book Cl...)
Book is published by the Weekly reader Children's Book Club in the original format that was published in 1939. I do not believe it is that old but there is not listing of its age.
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( In comic-strip format, this action-packed western drama...)
In comic-strip format, this action-packed western drama is complete with cattle rustling and kidnapping, a stampede, a holdup, and a thrilling chase. From start to bang-up finish, Calico the Wonder Horse outruns and outsmarts the double-dyed villains -- and, of course, saves the day!
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Calico the Wonder Horse or the Saga of Stewy Stinker Burton, Virginia Lee ( Author ) { Paperback } 1996
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( Mike and his trusty steam shovel, Mary Anne, dig deep c...)
Mike and his trusty steam shovel, Mary Anne, dig deep canals for boats to travel through, cut mountain passes for trains, and hollow out cellars for city skyscrapers. When Mary Anne is destined for the scrap heap, the duo must dig their way out of trouble in this timeless tale of friendship, old-fashioned hard work, and ingenuity. Includes bonus audio download performed by the Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick.
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Burton, Virginia Lee was born on August 30, 1909 in Newton Centre, Massachusetts, United States.
Student, California School Fine Arts. Student, Boston Museum.
Sketcher music, dance and theater sections Boston Transcript.
( Over seventy years ago, Virginia Lee Burton built the L...)
(Enjoy these classic stories about friendship! Mike Mulli...)
( Mike and his trusty steam shovel, Mary Anne, dig deep c...)
( In comic-strip format, this action-packed western drama...)
(Book is published by the Weekly reader Children's Book Cl...)
(Calico the Wonder Horse or the Saga of Stewy Stinker Burt...)
( The little house first stood in the country, but gradua...)
(Calico has to save the stagecoach--no matter what! But ca...)
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Married George Demetrios, 1931. 2 children.