Arthur Howard

First-grader Jessica, a big worrier, is especially afraid that she will make a mistake when she is reading in front of her class and parents on Reading Theater Day, but after lots of practice reading to her dog Wiggles, she performs perfectly.

With his fine cat Tabby at his side, Mr. Putter bakes a Christmas cake for his neighbor Mrs. Teaberry.

When Mr. Putter catches a cold, his friend Mrs. Teaberry sends over some special treats to help him feel better.

Jessica worries about collecting 100 objects to take to class for the 100th day of school.

A six-year-old boy describes the things he liked when he was five and compares them to the things he likes now.

"Mitzi the witch thinks Valentine's Day is too lovey-dovey until she meets a boy she wants to send a valentine to"--

Cosmo the dog discovers a special talent when he accidentally takes a nap on a skateboard.

Illustrations and rhyming text suggest many different ways to show your dog you love him, from taking him on a hike to throwing him a ball or a stick.

Follows a busy mouse as he drives a delivery car, enjoys Cake Day with friends, goes for a cab ride around town, and shares popcorn with his brother at the movies.

Jessica worries about the consequences of exposing a cheating friend.