Stephanie Calmenson

When Mr. Bungles the teacher oversleeps, he goes to great lengths, trying every form of transportation he can find to get to school on time.

"The girls are dismayed when their teacher is out sick and they have a substitute. Mr. Z makes goofy jokes and can't keep the class under control. Worst of all, he doesn't say anything when mean Darlene makes fun of Kate and Lucie. Luckily, once the girls turn into dogs, Kate and Lucie learn they can save the day--and even make a new friend"--

Asks the reader a series of yes or no questions as Ollie gets dressed, spends a day at school, and returns home.

"Two friends are on their way to see a show in the big city, but they are running very late. Will they make it to the show in time?"--

"Best, best, best friends Amy and Allie do absolutely everything together. And this summer they have made a list of activities that they will do each and every day. But then Allie learns she's being sent to sleep-away camp and all their plans are ruined! How will these BFFs ever make it through the summer?" --

A little girl and her grandmother escape the city on a hot summer day by going to the beach.

A collection of easy-to-read riddles in verse about everyday objects.