When the prize-winning potatoes sneak out to go on the rides at the country fair, the local cook spies "spinning spuds against the sky". This wacky, rhythmic read-aloud is the hilarious saga of brave potatoes, banding together to save themselves from a soupy end.

When the Wild Waiyuuzee comes out of the bush, Shemama tries to catch her promising "no owie owie me", as she "plait a plait and string a bead" in her curly black hair. Lush greens and colorful dialect create an energetic setting for a common childhood experience.

Lizzy and her brave hand-puppet skunk, strike out together to see the somewhat scary world. Skunk is fearless when they encounter shadows and spiders; but when skunk gets lost, it is Lizzy who must overcome her fears to save the day.

Meet Wemberly, a little mouse who worries about big things, little things, and everything in between. When school starts she has even more to worry about. Once again, Kevin Henkes perfectly captures a childhood fear and delivers a message that is reassuring because it is real.

Everyone panics when the rain comes down. The dog barks, the baby cries, the people grumble. There is chaos everywhere until it stops.... Humor abounds in this colorful portrayal of rain and shine.