Betsy Lewin

Two alligators challenge each other and themselves as they compete in a race.

While Farmer Brown sleeps, his animals prepare for a talent show at the county fair.

Little Duck celebrates his first birthday with the other animals on the farm by copying their examples, from shearing off all his feathers to taking a mudbath, before enjoying Farmer Brown's yummy frosted maple cake.

Cowgirl Kate and her cowhorse Cocoa, who is always hungry, count cows, share a story, and help each other fall asleep.

When Duck gets tired of working for Farmer Brown, his political ambition eventually leads to his being elected President.

An assortment of animals gathers for a picnic.

One dark and noisy night the Fraidy Cats let their imaginations run wild, visualizing scary things from wild elephants to hungry wolves.

As Farmer Brown prepares the house for Christmas, Duck tries to play Santa--but he gets stuck in the chimney, along with all the other animals who try to help.

"Cowgirl Kate is excited about the arrival of all the baby animals. Her best friend, Cocoa the horse, is not so excited. Babies are a lot of work! But maybe with Cowgirl Kate's help, Cocoa will discover that it can be a lot of fun to welcome new friends to the ranch."--Page 4 of cover.

When Sam's mother forgets to pack his lunch, his friends in the first grade come to his rescue.