Although Ella and Maddy's playtime is threatened by Toby's wild antics, Marmalade (the girls') cat can't help falling under his wild, fun-loving charm. But when Toby's "help" accidentally douses Marmalade, she runs to a tree's precarious safety. Cooperation proves a powerful key to rescue both a cat and a friendship. Young readers will cheer this triumph of patience, self-control, and cooperation. ...

When someone breaks in to the Black Cat Bookstore, Cobweb, the owner's cat, is on the case. Cobweb plans to scare the burglar away with the help of the ghost who lives in the bookstore. There's only one problem--the burglar doesn't believe in ghosts. But maybe he'll change his mind once he meets this special ghost. Full-color illustrations.

Hall's inquisitive cats set out to spend the afternoon snacking and reading, but wind up chasing words, including homophones and homonyms, on a silly tongue twister of an adventure! Full color.

Tiger the cat is missing. Follow Lisa Campbell Ernst's playful illustrations, and you'll discover that Tiger might be closer than you think. . . .

Newspapers often recount inspiring true stories about brave pets who save their masters' lives. Now bestselling author Andrew Clements has retold some of these stories in simple language for the very earliest of emergent readers. Full color.

Pickles is a young cat with big paws and big plans. But all he can find to do is chase other cats, until he is adopted by the local firehouse.Knowing that this is his chance to do big things, Pickles works hard to be a good fire cat. He learns to jump on a fire truck. He learns to help put out a fire, and he even helps out in a rescue! Beginning readers will cheer when Pickle's dream finally comes ...

Young Gray gets a chance to prove himself when a family of mockingbirds fliessouth, leaving the youngest bird, Flea, behind. Gray devises a daring plan toinstill bravery in Flea.

When Mittens spots a bright yellow butterfly, he wants to follow it--everywhere!

Miss Nancy's prized binoculars are stolen, from her 30th story balcony, no less. Who could have snatched them right out from under Miss Nancy's nose? Full color.

We the reader cheer our hero, the rat (is that possible??) as he weaves story after story to save his life. We cheer because he cleverly weaves tales we recognize, yet the cast of characters now resemble the rat's extended family. Hugely entertaining.

Two ordinary mice, Charles and Oliver, find themselves in an extraordinary adventure involving pirate sea dogs, a ship full of cats, and a sunken treasure. Prequel to Mice of the Nine Lives.

Charles and Oliver set out to rescue the Admiral's expedition. Sequel to Mice of the Nine Lives. Ages 6-9.

One simple sentence per spread with visual renderings to match, sets up new readers for success. The mice's skate sketchings create clever, delightful doodles. A wintery treat.

Mittens is a small, shy kitten in a big, new house. Will he find a place just for him?

Even though Tabby tries to keep him warm, Mr. Putter catches a cold in this cozy addition to the series.

Mr Putter and Mrs Teaberry show us youthfulness is a state of mind. When Mr Putter's achy knees threaten to derail the ballgame, Zeke the dog comes to the rescue. Victory is a well-deserved cause for celebration, but so is the effort it takes to "stay in the game." Heartwarming inspiration for every age.

Mr. Putter and Tabby love going to the fish store, but a problem arises when Mr. Putter thinks the fish are new pets and Tabby thinks the fish are for dinner. Illustrations. Full color.

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.

Mr. Putter wants to paint his porch. He has a bucket of pink paint, a big brush, and some rags. And he has Tabby to keep him company. Everything is perfect, until a squirrel scampers onto the porch and catches Tabby's eye. . . .