When Little Duck tries every other animal's ways of preparing for a party, the results are hilarious but not too much for the caring Farmer to handle. Humor and and delightful ending make this one worth more than one read.

When Julian finds out that his dad has always wanted snakes for a birthday present, he realizes he'll need more than good intentions--he'll need courage.

Mr. Putter is sure he is too old for birthday celebrations, so on his special day he invites Mrs. Teaberry and Zeke over for a quiet cup of tea. But--good heavens!--what could "possibly" be taking them so long to arrive? Full color.

Nate the Great, super sleuth, has his work cut out for him when Rosamond loses his birthday present. He and his faithful dog Sludge must face snow, ice, and ferocious-looking Fang, Annie's dog, to solve the case. But how can Nate find his missing present when Rosamond won't tell him what it is?

Anna and Grandma are planning a surprise for Dad's birthday. Dad thinks he has received all his presents, but Grandma stands up and gives him the best one of all: she reads aloud the stories that Anna has taught her.