Problems pile up but love proves its power to overcome in this humorous and realistic story.

Great humor results from the stories told from canine perspectives. Ideal for reading independently or together, and will appeal to even reluctant readers.

Abandoned by his family, Freddie, the canine narrator, is alone on the streets until he meets up with Spike, a watchdog who's not mean enough to satisfy his junkyard-owner master. The two new friends soon face a new danger when their past comes back to threaten them. Illustrations.

This fun storybook will resonate with all children who know the excitement, energy, and bittersweet emotions that the final days of a school year bring.

Something in the woods is threatening the freedom Pembrook's dogs enjoy. Dog Watch is on the case. Illustrations.

Kito calls together Chester, Lucky, and the rest of the Dog Watch team to help him find out why their friends are missing and to rescue them from a mystery culprit before it's too late.

Rich, descriptive terms fill these pages as fully as the flood that carries Hector away. Though threatened by a dangerous situation, Hector's can-do spirit and resourceful attitude send readers cheering for his success. Quality early chapter writing.

Set in 1951 Tennessee, this story from an award-winning author is based on a real dog she knew when she was growing up. Leanne, Paul, and Jeannie wage a war against Tippy Lemmey, a dog who chases them. But when Tippy Lemmey is in trouble, the kids are the only ones who can help him. Should they help their sworn enemy? Illustrations.

The principal of Jill and Gwen's school is on the roof honoring his promise that he'd spend the day there if the kids read 1,000 books during their marathon. He's even planning to read the story Gwen wrote. But he's going to fall off the roof if he doesn't stop sneezing. Fletcher and his flea pal, Jasper, know that Gwen wouldn't trick the principal with sneezing powder just to make her story come ...

In this second volume in Deborah Hopkinson's saga of a family's first year in Bleeding Kansas, Papa is off in Lawrence defending the town from Missouri border ruffians, and it's up to Charlie to take care of his family in their remote cabin--with a violent prairie blizzard blowing in. Illustrations.

Janie Samm's parents take a big gamble by moving to a more expensive town so Janie can attend a better school. She already feels different from her rich classmates, but when her parents' plans go awry, Janie comes up with an idea to save the day -- even if it makes her stand out more than ever. B&W illustrations.

The cousins are back on Cobble Street for Aunt Lucy and Michael's wedding. Friends old and new will be gathering, but first the cousins have to plan special treats for the reception. Illustrations.

In the fifth book in this endearing series, it's time for the cousins to leave Aunt Lucy's little blue house, so they plan a summer party to say good-bye in a fun way. Full-color illustrations.

When her dog Rover is accused of tearing up Mrs. Ruston's tomato plants, Noelle investigates with her friend Todd and finds long yellow hairs that may point to the real culprit. B&W illustrations.

Todd hates spiders, but all of Mr. Merlin's third grade class must collect cobwebs for their science unit. When Mr. Merlin says a spider web may hold the clue to tracking down the burglar who stole Todd's beloved baseball cards, Todd decides spiders may not be so bad after all. Illustrations.

Who sent an anonymous note to Amber Lee? The secret's in the spit! A new series from the pair that created "Scaredy Cats", this time combining some of the most popular elements of kids' books--mystery, a classroom setting, and simple forensic science with a bit of gross-out factor.

Delightful characters, touches of humor, and a heartwarming tone make this easy-to-read chapter book a must, especially for young girls.

Absolutely charming!