Leslie McGuire

Unable to stand the mess on Farmer Wood's farm any longer, the animals decide to do something about it.

Recounts the story of the eighteenth-century Empress of Russia, describing her life as wife, mother, and ruler.

A baby night owl stays awake to see what the daytime is like and has a discussion with a squirrel about whether day is better than night.

Bored with school, Jane, a precocious reader, neglects her homework and alienates her classmates by making up incredible stories about herself until her teacher, Mrs. Sims, finds a creative solution.

"Each book in this innovative series combines a fun story with simple phonics games. The games are quick and easy to play--and are designed to help children read the story and improve their reading skills. The result is faster reading development and kids who love to read!" --Cover, p. 4.

The Biggs family sets out on a picnic only to encounter some unexpected obstacles along the way.