A gentle story focusing on the start of a new friendship. You readers will relate to the main character's feelings and appreciate the story's satisfying ending. Delightful characters fill every role.

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. ...

This quirky, hilarious farmyard tale from the "New York Times"-bestselling duo of Cronin and Lewin is now available in a book-and-CD package read by country music star Randy Travis. Full color.

Duck takes full advantage of Farmer Brown's absence, mischievously rewriting detailed instructions for his stand-in. Doreen Cronin's animal illustrations embody human traits any young reader would recognize -- contentedness (what newly-washed pig wouldn't enjoy a warm blanket?), laughter (what cow wouldn't enjoy The Sound of "Moo-sic?"), and more. Giggles sure to be enjoyed in this board book form ...

Beautifully illustrated rhythmic story of a whole family adventuring together outdoors. Littlest ones will love pointing out repeated features in the illustrations, and can even join in with 'Oh no!' Older children will soon be able to recite the whole book--useful for car trips and adapting to your own group adventures!