Ruth Lerner Perle
Author
Series
Publisher
Groler Enterprises, Inc
Pub. Date
[1990]
Language
English
Description
"Connie the Cuddly Cat is feeling lonely, but all her AlphaPet friends are busy and have no time to play with her. Connie thinks that nobody cares for her and decides to run away. When the AlphaPets discover she's missing, they realize how lonely and sad she was feeling. Can they find her and let her know how much they really care?"--Prelim.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grolier
Pub. Date
1990.
Language
English
Description
Fenton the Fearful Frog is so worried and afraid of trying new things that it keeps him from enjoying the Fall Fun Festival. Thanks to his AlphaPet friends, Fenton meets Fernando the Fabulous Fortune Teller who thinks of a magic way to show Fenton how to believe in himself and be brave.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grolier
Pub. Date
1990.
Language
English
Description
Bradley the Brave Bear and his AlphaPet friends decide to have a picnic at the Great Swamp despite the rumor of a Swamp Monster and the prediction of a summer storm. When one of the AlphPets gets lost, Bradley's calm manner and bravery help save the day.
Author
Publisher
Grolier Enterprises, Inc
Pub. Date
[1990]
Language
English
Description
Delilah the demanding duck wants her animal friends to help clean up a messy vacant lot, but her demands are ignored. When Delilah learns to ask for help in a friendly way, everyone pitches in and together they turn a disgusting dump into a delightfully beautiful park.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grolier
Pub. Date
1992.
Language
English
Description
Xavier the X-ploring Xenops convinces his AlphaPet friends to take a trip to Hawaii. Though many are reluctant at first, Xavier--with the help of the mythical Laughing Xoxos, shows his friends that adventures and new experiences can bring pleasure and satisfaction.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grolier
Pub. Date
1992.
Language
English
Description
Albert the Absent-minded Alligator is repeatedly late and often keeps his friends waiting. With the help of his AlphaPet friends, Albert becomes aware of the passing of time and learns how to tell the hour and half hour by reading the face of a clock.
11) Queenie's secret
Author
Series
Publisher
Grolier
Pub. Date
1991.
Language
English
Description
"The AlphaPets are curious about Queenie the Quiet Quail. They are convinced that she must have a special secret because she's always so quiet and seems so contented. . . [T]o find out her secret, the AlphaPets follow her [and] inadvertently find out about the many satisfactions that quiet activities and contemplation can bring."--Prelim.
12) Una cheers us up
Author
Series
Publisher
Grolier
Pub. Date
1991.
Language
English
Description
"Una the Unhappy Unicorn is convinced that her horn is nothing but a hinderance until she finds out how members of her family have put their horns to good and creative use over the years. Once aware of this, she comes to terms with her special attribute and learns to appreciate her uniqueness."--Prelim.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grolier
Pub. Date
1992.
Language
English
Description
"Vinnie the Vocal Vulture is so busy talking that he hardly ever listens. A series of mishaps that almost prevents him from playing in the AlphaPet orchestra finally makes Vinnie realize the importance of paying attention to what others have to say."--Prelim.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grolier
Pub. Date
1991.
Language
English
Description
Rupert the Resourceful Rhinoceros leads a camping expedition which meets with a series of mishaps and near-disasters. Others in the party are discouraged and afraid, but Rupert can always be relied on to come up with an imaginative and resourceful solution to every problem.
18) Lizzy at last
Author
Series
Publisher
Grolier
Pub. Date
1991.
Language
English
Description
Lizzy the Lazy Lamb decides to participate energetically in activities, rather than procrastinate and daydream. Because she is usually so lazy, Lizzy misses out on a lot of fun until her AlphaPet friends help her to realize that work and participation can bring enjoyment and satisfaction.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grolier
Pub. Date
1990.
Language
English
Description
"Herbie the Happy Hamster makes the best of a series of mishaps when his friends come to visit on a stormy day. Despite the leak in the roof and other accidents caused by the storm, Herbie maintains his sunny disposition and shows his AlphaPet friends how to keep their spirits up."--Prelim.
20) Ollie's folly
Author
Series
Publisher
Grolier
Pub. Date
1991.
Language
English
Description
"Ollie the Obedient Ostrich's experience demonstrates that it pays to follow rules and obey laws. When some of the AlphaPets tease him for being a 'goody-two-shoes', Ollie fells embarrassed and decides to change his ways. He flaunts several health and safety rules with disastrous results. In the end, all the AlphaPets realize just how important rules can be."--Prelim.