Axelrod, Amy

Beginning in 1959, Abby, nearly eleven, writes a series of letters to Jackie Kennedy, each with sketches of outfits she has designed, as she faces family problems, concerns about neighbors, and her own desperate desire for both her first bra and a Barbie doll.

While trying their luck at various games at the county fair, members of the Pig family find out what the odds are that they will go home as winners. Includes an explanation of odds and probability.

While trying their luck at various games at the county fair, members of the Pig family find out what the odds are that they will go home as winners. Includes an explanation of odds and probability.

Because the Pig family has so many delays in getting to the beach, when they finally are ready to swim they find that the beach is closed.

The hungry Pig family learns about money and buying power as they turn the house upside down looking for enough money to buy dinner at the local restaurant.

Three dogs travel to Texas to cover a hot air balloon race for the television station where they work. Includes maps, information about the geography of Texas, and related activities.

Fed up with his real family, Max tells everyone that he will soon be adopted by aliens--but no one believes him.

Mr. Pig and the piglets try to cook Mrs. Pig's favorite dish to cheer her up when she's sick. Includes a recipe for chili.

The Pig family visits a miniature golf course and learns about shapes, angles, and geometry.