McDonnell, Janet

Nina and her poodle Sammy experience the sights and sounds of a Fourth of July celebration. Includes crafts and tips on fireworks safety.

Describes what wind is and what it can do, from pushing clouds and pulling kites to making giant waves. Includes instructions for making a windsock.

Describes the feeling we call thankfulness and the things that can make us thankful.

Examines forms of animal communication, including alarm signals, indications of territory, and mating rituals.

Three friends, Xavier, Yoko, and Zelda, fight about which letter is best, but finally come to agree that they all are the best.

A girl nicknamed Anna Banana rejoices in all the ways she is special and one of a kind, from the five orange freckles on her nose to the way she giggles at her brother's jokes.

Kevin and James are so involved in making each other valentines that they almost stop being friends. Includes handicrafts.

Ms. Webster's class plans a party to celebrate Earth Day.

Discusses ways animals send messages to us and to each other.

Julie celebrates Easter by receiving a basket of candy, going to church, and enjoying an Easter egg hunt. Includes instructions for Easter crafts and games.