When she encounters problems that diminish her enjoyment of a class field trip to a local art museum, Emma calls on her inner sense of awesome to stand up for herself and teach her friend Charley how to feel comfortable in his own skin.

Lizard, a girl who only likes dinosaurs, and Spider, a boy who loves dinosaurs, spiders, and other creepy things, have a great time together until first grade begins and they are sent to different schools.

Ambrose, a polar bear, and Zina, a penguin, are very different but they can still find ways to meet in the middle.

Pinduli, a young striped hyena, is hurt by the unkind words of Dog, Lion, and Zebra, but her clever trick in return promotes her clan's survival and spreads harmony throughout the savannah. Includes backmatter notes about hyenas and other animals of the African savannah.

A child's two grandfathers relate their boyhood experiences of the "terrible blizzard of 1888," during which each was stuck for three days doing what he disliked the most.

Spoon's always been a happy little utensil. But lately, he feels like life as a spoon just isn't cutting it. He thinks Fork, Knife, and The Chopsticks all have it so much better than him. But do they? And what do they think about Spoon?

Delilah the lamb's friendship with Farmer Red is threatened when more sheep arrive from the Sheep Mill, a factory farm.

Lucy meets a brain that helps her realize that everyone is smart in different ways. Includes a discussion section for parents and teachers.

"Otter keeper is taking me and Teddy on a trip to visit sea friends! I am going to meet all the animals that live in the ocean. I wonder which one will be my favorite..."--Jacket flap.

Even though they are very different, Henry and Amy are good friends.