Cynthia Rylant

Celebrates the beauty of a snowfall and its happy effects on children.

An old woman who has outlived all her friends is reluctant to become too attached to the stray dog that visits her each day.

Illustrations and rhyming text pay homage to a new day, with promises for the future in its "perfect piece of time."

Although he would rather be sipping an ice cream soda, Mr. Putter and his cat Tabby attend a cooking class with Mrs. Teaberry and her dog Zeke, where they learn 100 ways to cook beans.

"Hornbeam the moose goes on a picnic with his best friend Eureka, sleeps over at his friend Cuddy's house, and learns how to swim with Adorabelle."--

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

Henry, his dog Mudge, and his parents go on a quiet camping trip to Big Bear Lake, enjoying the clean smell of trees and wonderful green dreams.

A little boy gives Valentines out to friends and family.

Mr. Putter gets an old cat to share his life with him.

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