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Знакомьтесь, это Нэнси. Изысканность - вот ее кредо! Вся она, от макушки до пяток - точнее, от сверкающей диадемы до блестящих туфелек на шпильках, - полна решимости объяснить маме, папе и сестренке, как им стать по-настоящему изысканными. И вот в один прекрасный вечер… Книжка о том, что произошло в этот вечер, получилась смешной и добрый. А уж изысканная она или нет - судите сами.

Родители решают завести собаку, и Нэнси счастлива - ведь для изысканной девочки нет лучшего аксессуара, чем крошечная, изящная, пушистая собачка породы папильон. Вот только мама с папой почему-то хотят большого и совсем простого пса. До чего же это неизысканно... В этой истории, такой же милой, смешной и доброй, как "Изысканная Нэнси", героиня понимает, что роскошный щенок вовсе не обязан быть породистым...

Фэнси Нэнси увлечена всем модным и необыкновенным. Она устроила дома необыкновенный магазин – бутик. Так по-французски называется магазин модных вещей. А в школе танцев Нэнси узнала новые необыкновенные слова: «плие», «жете», «фуэте»... Но когда желанная роль русалки досталась её лучшей подруге Бри, Нэнси подарила ей красивый русалочий хвост, с которым сама мечтала выступать. Ради дружбы Нэнси готова на всё! В этой красивой, стильной книжке две истории о необыкновенной Нэнси, которая остаётся доброй и отзывчивой девочкой, несмотря на весь французский шик.

Фэнси Нэнси – модница, выдумщица и фантазёрка. Она обожает всё французское, потому что во всём мире французы считаются законодателями моды, и мечтает выучить французский язык, потому что в нём много необыкновенных слов: «шик», «мерси», «оревуар»...
Только не подумайте, что Нэнси – зазнайка или воображала. Она вызвалась ухаживать за соседским щенком шикарной породы папийон и очень привязалась к нему. А потом страшно обрадовалась, когда у неё появился собственный щенок из приюта для животных. В этой красивой, стильной книжке две истории о необыкновенной Нэнси, которая остаётся доброй и отзывчивой девочкой, несмотря на весь французский шик.

Jane O'Connor is the author of more than thirty books for children, including the New York Times bestselling Fancy Nancy series, illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser, and the Nina, Nina Ballerina stories, illustrated by Dyanne Disalvo-Ryan. Fancy Nancy was nominated for the Quill Award for Best Picture Book in 2007. The Emperor's Silent Army: Terra Cotta Warriors of Ancient China won Booklist's Best Nonfiction Book for Young Readers in 2000. Jane has two grown sons. She was born, bred and still lives in New York City with her husband and their canine companion, Arrow.

In this set of twelve mini-books, Jane O’Connor’s beloved Fancy Nancy helps elementary school kids understand phonics. Learning has never been so fun!
Phonics teaches children the relationship between letters and the sounds they make. A child who has mastered these relationships has an excellent foundation for learning to read and spell. According to the National Institute of Child Health & Human Development, a child who has learned phonics has a method to recognize familiar words and "decode" unfamiliar ones.
Fancy Nancy’s lively personality and the full-color illustrations will make learning these vital pre-reading skills enjoyable for parents and children.

Nancy will have to do some fancy footwork to resolve her predicament in this latest Fancy Nancy story from the beloved New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser.

Much to her dismay, Nancy has been chosen for the relay team in this year's Field Day at school. Despite her many natural talents, Nancy isn't much of a runner. She's afraid of letting her team down—especially after finding out that an unkind (that's another word for mean) girl in her class is on the team too. With a little help from her dad, Nancy tries her best, stands up for herself, and makes a new friend.

Fancy Nancy and the Mean Girl is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition.

Fancy Nancy fans of all ages will love this sweet story about learning to respect both the Earth and your family, in this I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser!

Learning to respect the environment is no small task, especially if you want to celebrate Earth Day every day of the week! Luckily, Nancy is on hand to make sure Mom, Dad, and her little sister do their part in being green—even if she has to keep reminding them. Nancy knows that she's helping her family do something very important, but will she take her enthusiasm for the environment a step too far?

Fancy Nancy: Every Day Is Earth Day is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition.

An I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling duo Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser:

Yummy, cupcakes are scrumptious (that’s fancy for tasty!). Nancy is thrilled to be making cupcakes for the bake sale! But will she remember to follow all of Mom's directions?

Fancy Nancy and the Delectable Cupcakes, a Level One I Can Read adventure, is carefully crafted using short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts for children eager to read on their own. Contains a glossary of Fancy Nancy’s fancy words.

Nancy's class is going on a trip to the museum. Even after a bumpy bus ride, Nancy finds a way to make the day extra-fancy in this Fancy Nancy story from the beloved New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser.

Nancy's class is going on a trip to the museum, and Nancy wants to be extra fancy for the occasion. After a bumpy bus ride, she doesn't feel very well. Luckily for Nancy, her teacher, Ms. Glass, has a few fancy tricks of her own. Nothing can keep Nancy from making this trip magnifique! (That's a fancy French word for great!)

Fancy Nancy at the Museum is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition.

Ooh la la—school starts soon! Fancy Nancy can’t wait to go back, but she’ll miss Frenchy very much. Nancy’s loved playing with her favorite puppy all summer, but sometimes Frenchy can be a bit naughty. When she gets into trouble one too many times, the Clancys decide that it’s time for Frenchy to go to school, too—puppy school! But will Frenchy change her doggy ways?

Beginning readers will love joining Nancy and Frenchy as they get ready for school in this Fancy Nancy I Can Read. Time for Puppy School is the newest work from New York Times bestselling team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser.

Time for Puppy School is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.

Learn all about luck with Fancy Nancy in New York Times bestselling team Jane O'Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser's beginning reader Fancy Nancy: Just My Luck! This Level One I Can Read book is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. When Nancy discovers there's a whole list of what's lucky and what's not, her mind starts spinning. There are so many things to keep track of! Fans of Fancy Nancy will delight in Nancy's attempts to sort out what she really believes.

Join Fancy Nancy on the perfect fall field trip—to the apple orchard. Fall is an extra-fancy season. Even the trees wear fancy colors! Nancy is determined to find a perfect Gala apple for her dad—it’s his favorite kind, and even the name sounds fancy. But what if the perfect apple is just out of reach?

Fans of Fancy Nancy will delight in this festive fall adventure story about a class trip to the apple orchard. Fancy Nancy: Apples Galore! is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.

The 100th day of school is coming up, and Nancy doesn't know what to bring in for the class project. Will she be able to think of something imaginative in time for the big day?

The polo player with the raised mallet—everyone knows the Ralph Lauren logo. Learn the amazing story of the man who is a true American fashion icon.

Born in the Bronx, even as a teenager Ralph Lauren was known for his distinctive fashion sense, having a taste for both classic preppy clothes and vintage looks like beat-up leather jackets. He got his start in the fashion business by selling ties that he designed. From ties he went on to create a global fashion empire. In this easy-to-read biography, best-selling author and Who Was? creator Jane O'Connor explains exactly how a fashion line is created—from first drawings to models strutting on the runway.

There is a new Nina in Nina's dance class. The new Nina is nice. But there is a problem. She's a copycat! What is Nina One going to do?

All the puppies in town are marching in the Puppy Parade! Scout is marching, too, and she really wants to win a prize. Will it be a prize for best tail, best ears, or best fur? Or will she go home empty-pawed?

Nina's dance class is putting on a big show.
Her friends think that Nina is the star.
But that is not true.
What will happen if they find out?
Read this funny story and see!

Fancy Nancy fans of all ages will love this sweet story about learning to respect both the Earth and your family, in this I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser!