Author & Illustrator Profile
Marie Hall Ets
3 Books
Marie Hall Ets was an American children's author and illustrator known for gentle picture books about nature, imagination, and everyday childhood moments. She brought quiet, observational stories to life with simple language and highly expressive artwork. Her best-known books include the woodland adventure In the Forest and the charming Gilberto and the Wind. Her thoughtful, timeless tales remain inviting favorites for early readers and read-aloud sessions.
Books in "Mister Penny"
It is time for the big county fair, and Mister Penny is packing up his cart. Limpy, his faithful old workhorse, is feeling a little left out.
Mister Penny tells Limpy that judges only want to see fancy, perfect animals, not tired old farm horses with bandages on their legs. But Limpy has a secret dream. When he looks at his bandaged leg, he does not see a clumsy farm animal. He imagines he is a sleek, lightning-fast racehorse!
More than anything in the whole world, Limpy wants just one chance to run on the real race track. Cheer for the ultimate underdog in this heartwarming story about dreaming big, proving your worth, and showing everyone how fast you can truly run.
6-8 Years
63 Pages
Mister Penny's farm is about to get a lot more exciting!
When the kindhearted Mister Penny takes in a playful chimpanzee and a big, clumsy bear for the winter, his ordinary barnyard is turned upside down. The two former circus stars miss the spotlight, so they decide to pass the snowy months by teaching their new farmyard friends some spectacular tricks.
By the time the warm spring weather rolls around, the cows, horses, and pigs are flipping, balancing, and performing like true professionals. When the county fair arrives, this talented animal family is ready to put on a show nobody will ever forget! Join the fun and get a front-row seat to the most amazing barnyard circus in town.
6-8 Years
72 Pages
Meet Mister Penny, a kind old man who shares his home with a very lazy bunch of barnyard animals. Instead of helping out, his pets spend their days getting into trouble.
When they sneak into a neighbor's garden and create a giant mess, Mister Penny takes the blame. Seeing their dear friend in trouble finally wakes up this sleepy crew. The animals realize they need to change their ways to save the day.
Soon, the hens are busy laying eggs, the cow is giving fresh milk, and the horse is plowing the fields. Watch how a mischievous animal family transforms into a hardworking team to help the man who loves them.
6-8 Years
47 Pages
