Haynes, David

The Wildcats face hard work and many challenges when their sixth grade spring economics unit focuses on how to run a business.

A retelling of 14 African American folktales arranged into four groups dealing with friendship, tricksters, how and why, and right and wrong.

Tony R's parents want him to be more responsible. So what will he do when Wildcat friend Bobby hides a stray boy in his basement? And how will he handle baby-sitting for his two little sisters? Can Tony R prove that he is responsible?.

Lu is caught in the middle of his two grandmotthers. Gumma Underwood is staying with him for the weekend, and he must also help rival Gumma Jackson celebrate her birthday. So how will he make it to Tony R's birthday fiesta in time - and in one piece? Leave it to the Wildcats!.

Kevin Olsen loves to joke around, but it's earning him a reputation he's not sure he likes. When he challenges Jenny Pederson to a practical joke contest, he's surprised to find that his rival is also a friend. Can Jenny help Kevin improve his reputation while proving he is still master of practical jokes?.

Presents retellings of fourteen African-American folktales on the themes of friendship, tricksters, right and wrong, and how and why.

Paula Johnson brings her ailing, elderly mother-in-law to live with her family, and struggles to build a relationship with the tough old woman who only wants to go home.

A collection of stories, poems, and memoir selections of new work from the last ten to twenty years including multiracial and multiethnic writings.

Marshall Field Finney is black, hip and urbane; he's cool, wisecracking, and outspoken; and, best of all, he is always loveable.