Susan Blackaby

When Mr. Dill, the fire chief, comes to school to talk about fire safety, something unexpected happens.

Mrs. Shay brings to class seven eggs from her hen, and her students take care of them until they hatch.

Easy-to-read text describes Joe and Dad's attempts to catch fish for dinner.

Describes the life cycle of plants and focuses on their similarities and differences, and how we use use plants for oxygen and food, and includes interesting facts with colorful illustrations.

Easy-to-read text describes what Mike likes to do at his favorite place.

Mom has a gift for Greg, but only after he guesses what it is from the strange clues she gives him.

Discusses the life cycle of a seed which arrives hidden in fruit, cones, pods, and flower heads in all sizes, shapes, and colors, and describes how it grows into a new plant.

When called upon by Mrs. Shay to pick the word of the day, most students are distracted by their rumbling tummies, but Kat uses her head instead.

When the children play soccer, Katy is the best player of them all.

Easy-to-read text describes how Grandpa, Mom, and Dad try to cheer Ben up while Grandpa packs up to move.