Mary Packard

A collection of Robert Ripley's weirdest, wildest, and wackiest phenomena and oddities is divided into such categories as "Critters," "Humans and Superhumans," and "Downright Spooky."

A little kitten wants to stay with Santa and Mrs. Claus on Christmas eve, but the workshop is too crowded so Santa finds a better place for it.

Offers stories of close calls and amazing survival against all odds in natural disasters, transportation accidents and similar mishaps, severe illness, and other life-threatening circumstances, along with quizzes and "brain busters."

A boy is a little jealous of his new baby brother until mommy gives him a hug and the new baby gives him a smile.

A stubborn young girl describes how she likes to keep her room very messy.

An illustrated collection of short rhymes featuring a variety of animals and questions about items in the illustrations that are alike or unlike.

A little penguin named Rollie finds that he is special when he learns that his ability to fly through the water is all that Santa needs to help get the toys delivered all over the world.

A boy makes bubbles all day long until he makes a mess and it's time to clean up.

Presents a collection of strange-but-true animal facts and stories from the files of "Ripley's Believe It or Not," and includes related quizzes and answers.