Buzzy is back-and he's off to the beach. In two separate stories, "Busy Buzzy" and "Brave Buzzy," the likable character tackles tough issues that every child can relate to. Buzzy's adventures at the beach illustrate the anticipation and trepidation all children experience when facing new and unknown situations, as well as the excitement of successfully tackling them. In a padded hardcover format, Buzzy's Big Beach Book is the perfect summer read.Ages 1-4

In two reassuring rhymed stories, Buzzy's Bath and Buzzy's Bedtime, Harriet Ziefert addresses two universal childhood fears: getting sucked down the drain and being left alone in the dark. Buzzy gets bathed and put to bed with the help of Mommy and Daddy. The warm and loving family works together to help Buzzy overcome his fears.Move over Maisy! Young readers will immediately identify with this lovable little donkey, his triumphs and his woes. The adorable artwork in bright colours features a unique character that is sure to steal hearts.

Fresh, fun ideas for children's storytime fill this book. The author, a long-time storytime facilitator, has put together 52 weekly themes plus additional plans for holidays, all with detailed instructions for talking about the theme and choosing the books, crafts, songs, poems, games and snacks. Each storytime idea is illustrated with photographs of a suggested craft and snack for easy reference. Libraries, bookstores, preschools and parents alike can use this book to offer themed storytimes that include discussion, literature, art, music, movement and food. Options are provided for each storytime, so the ideas can be used year after year.

Buzzy continues to tackle common childhood issues in this story about finding and losing a new playmate. Like any child who has a favourite new toy and has to learn to move on when that toy breaks or is lost, Buzzy has to find his own replacement for his balloon when it bursts.Ages 1-4

Buzzy Bee and his friends spend a fun day playing at the beach. Suggested level: junior.