Books written by Virginia L. Kroll

Masai and I

Linda, a little girl who lives in the city, learns about East Africa and the Masai in school, and imagines what her life might be like if she were Masai.
Bluffy's Mighty Mountain

That way , Puma the hunter can't see us in the snow . " Bluffy blinked away tears . " What happened to me ? " she asked . " That rumble was an avalanche , " Snowshoe explained . " They happen sometimes .
Everybody Has a Teddy

A child describes teddy bears owned by the other children in the classroom, from Joshy's giant grizzly to the floppy bear Poppy's grandmother made from socks. 10,000 first printing.
Masai and I

Linda, a little girl who lives in the city, learns about East Africa and the Masai in school, and imagines what her life might be like if she were Masai.
Really Rabbits

Two pet rabbits sneak out of their cage at night to tidy the house and do other chores so that their owners will have more time to play with them.
Hands!

A concept book about the many ways we use our hands.
Wood-hoopoe Willie

This wonderful tale is about Willie–a boy who taps, drums or thumps to express the music he feels inside. Willie dreams of playing the African instruments of his ancestors that...
2004 Children's Magazine Market: The Writer's Sourcebook

"Freelance market directory of 655 listings of children's and young adult periodicals, and relevant parenting and educational magazines; selected writing contests and awards; as well as a complete guide to writing queries, preparing ...
With Love, to Earth's Endangered Peoples

An introduction to the endangered cultures of the Quechua, Ainu, Bushmen, Toda, Inuit, Mbuti, and Aborigine.
Girl, You're Amazing!

Or else she writes stories -- or perhaps she's great at math. She's got the power to do anything she wants! Maybe she's YOU! Virginia Kroll's exuberant rhymes celebrate the abilities and potential of girls everywhere.
Masai and I

Linda, a little girl who lives in the city, learns about East Africa and the Masai in school, and imagines what her life might be like if she were Masai.
Masai and I

Instead of having a hamster as a pet, she would live among the giraffes and zebras on the African plain. Using energetic language, "Masai and I" is a joyous celebration of two unique cultures. Full color. Copyright © Libri GmbH.
Busy, Busy Mouse

A mouse rests during the day while the family he lives with is very busy, but when they go to sleep he is the one who has much to do.
Everybody Has a Teddy Bear

A child describes teddy bears owned by other children, from Joshy's giant grizzly to the floppy bear Poppy's grandmother made from socks.