Poppy the dalmatian cannot wait to go on a fun seaside vacation with her family! When they tie a cool skull-and-crossbones scarf around her neck, Poppy knows exactly what she is meant to be. She is going to be a fierce pirate dog, ready for a life of exciting adventures on the high seas.
There is just one huge problem. To be a real pirate dog, Poppy needs a pirate ship. But boats bob up and down, big waves splash over the sides, and the water is full of strange, scary creatures. Poppy tries her best to be brave on a fishing boat, a pedal boat, and even a fast speedboat, but she is terrified of all of them!
Feeling like a failure, Poppy is ready to give up her pirate dreams entirely. Will this scared little puppy ever find her sea legs and the perfect pirate ship before it is time to go back home?
6-8 Years
65 Pages
Summer is officially over, and Poppy the pirate dog is feeling very lonely. Her kids, Suzy and Tim, have gone back to school, and Mom and Dad are busy working all day. Being a pirate dog is no fun at all when there is nobody around to help you dig up the backyard and bury your treasure.
To cheer her up, Poppy's family decides to bring home a brand-new friend to keep her company. Poppy is absolutely thrilled! She cannot wait to meet her big, brave new shipmate. But when the new arrival finally walks through the door, Poppy is shocked. Her new crew member is a tiny, fluffy kitten named George!
George is definitely not the fierce pirate partner Poppy wanted. He tries to steal her treasure and takes the best sleeping spot right by the warm fire. What is a pirate dog to do when her new shipmate is driving her crazy?
6-8 Years
58 Pages
Amy's beloved pony, Jenny, feels completely alone when she moves to a brand new stable yard. Everything is unfamiliar, and she misses having a companion to share her days with. But Jenny is a very clever pony, and she is determined not to stay lonely for long. Soon, she sets out to discover some wonderful and surprising new friends all around her new home. From a friendly fellow pony named Peanut to playful kittens, clucking chickens, and even a tiny family of baby sparrows, Jenny learns that wonderful companions can come in all shapes and sizes. This sweet and encouraging story helps newly independent readers build their skills while enjoying a heartwarming adventure about finding friendship in unexpected places.
6-8 Years
64 Pages
