Al Perkins

Get ready to tap your feet and feel the rhythm as a wild band of musical monkeys takes the stage. These energetic primates are here to show you exactly how much fun you can have with just your hands, fingers, and thumbs. As you turn the pages, the drumming gets louder and the beat gets faster. You will find yourself humming and tapping right along with the catchy, bouncing rhymes. The monkeys grab their drums and create a spectacular musical parade that is impossible to resist. This lively story is packed with fast-paced action and playful words that make practicing reading out loud an absolute blast. It is a brilliant mix of silly monkey business and musical joy that will have you drumming on your desk long after you close the cover. Grab your imaginary drumsticks and jump right into the loudest, happiest concert in town.

Have you ever stopped to listen to all the amazing noises buzzing around you every single day? Your ears are working hard to catch every single beat, drop, and toot. From the quiet drip-drop of water falling into a puddle to the loud, exciting pop of fresh popcorn in the kitchen, the world is filled with incredible sounds waiting to be discovered. You will follow along with a boy and his playful dog as they tune into the musical symphony of everyday life. The rhythmic, bouncing words make reading out loud feel just like a catchy song. Whether you are hearing a flute toot or a clock tick, this lively journey explores exactly how our ears help us experience the environment. It is a fantastic way to build reading confidence while exploring the fascinating ways your body connects with the noisy, wonderful world right outside your door.

Don and Donna are twins who share everything, especially their immense love for the game of baseball. Don has spent hours teaching Donna how to pitch, catch, and swing a bat like a true champion. She is arguably the best player in the neighborhood, but there is one giant, unfair rule standing in her way: the local team only allows boys to play. Donna is forced to sit on the sidelines while her brother takes the field. However, when the day of the huge championship game arrives, Don suddenly falls terribly ill and cannot leave his bed. The team desperately needs their star player. Taking a massive risk, Donna secretly tucks her hair under a baseball cap, puts on Don's oversized uniform, and steps up to the plate. You will cheer out loud as Donna proves that true talent has absolutely nothing to do with whether you are a boy or a girl.

Look around you and you will quickly notice that noses are absolutely everywhere. They are right in the middle of every single face, and they come in a wildly fun variety of shapes, sizes, and bright colors. Have you ever wondered what makes your nose so incredibly important? From sniffing out delicious treats in the kitchen to catching a nasty cold that makes you sniffle, your nose is constantly hard at work. Some noses even help animals play musical horns or hold up a heavy pair of reading glasses. You will bounce along with the lively, rhythmic words as you explore the funny and fascinating jobs our noses do every day. This playful story is guaranteed to make you laugh while showing you just how amazing your body really is. Take a deep breath and dive into a hilarious celebration of the most useful thing on your face.

Tubby the elephant never meant to cause a disaster, but sometimes even the best intentions lead to huge trouble. Drawn to the magnificent and shiny boat belonging to the powerful Poo-Bah, Tubby decides to take it for a quick spin. Unfortunately, the joyride ends in a massive wreck. Things go from bad to worse when Tubby's dear friend and master, Ah Mee, is blamed for the accident and thrown right into the town jail. Now, the clock is ticking. You will join this clever elephant as he races to fix his giant mistake and clear his best friend's name. Tubby must gather all his courage and figure out a way to explain the truth to the furious Poo-Bah. This thrilling story tests the limits of loyalty and shows exactly what it takes to make things right when you have made a colossal mess.

Meet Tubby, an elephant who knows exactly how to celebrate a birthday in style. When his best friend's special day arrives, Tubby decides a regular gift just will not do. Instead, he builds a massive, spectacular paper lantern. But this is not just any party decoration. The lantern is so enormous that it lifts them right off the ground, sweeping the two friends away on a high-flying journey across the sky. You will float along with Tubby as they navigate the clouds, face unexpected challenges, and figure out how to get back home safely. This exciting adventure perfectly captures the magic of true friendship and the incredible lengths we go to for the people we care about. Grab your ticket for a sky-high ride where loyalty and courage save the day. It is an unforgettable birthday trip you will want to read over and over again.

Meet Sam, a sweet rescue dog who is thrilled to finally have a home in the country. There is just one huge problem. Sam has absolutely no idea how to dig. When the other neighborhood dogs laugh at him for his lack of canine skills, Sam feels terribly left out. But everything changes the moment he suddenly uncovers his hidden talent. Once Sam starts moving the dirt, he realizes he is actually a digging genius. In fact, he is so good at it that he simply cannot stop. You will watch in amazement as Sam transforms the peaceful countryside into a wild maze of deep ruts, flying mud, and massive holes. It is up to Sam to figure out how to control his unstoppable new skill before the entire town disappears underground. This hilarious, fast-paced story is packed with muddy mischief and proves that everyone has a special talent waiting to be unleashed.

Pack your bags for the ultimate rescue mission across the high seas. Doctor Dolittle is no ordinary veterinarian. He actually speaks the secret languages of animals, from parrots to monkeys. When an urgent call for help arrives, the doctor and his trusted young assistant, Tommy Stubbins, board a ship bound for the mysterious Spidermonkey Island. You will brave a terrifying shipwreck right alongside the crew and explore a magical floating island filled with secrets. Guided by his loyal animal friends, Polynesia the parrot and Chee-Chee the monkey, the doctor searches for answers. Their incredible journey eventually leads them face to face with the legendary Great Glass Sea Snail. This brilliant adaptation of the classic tale brings the thrilling voyage to life for early readers. Dive into a captivating adventure where bravery, friendship, and the power of understanding animals unlock the greatest mysteries of the ocean.

Set sail on a thrilling ocean voyage with the most famous animal doctor in the world. Doctor Dolittle has a special gift: he can actually talk to animals in their own languages. While cruising near the beautiful Canary Islands with his loyal furry and feathered crew, the doctor runs into serious trouble. A band of dangerous, sneaky pirates blocks their path, ready to cause chaos on the high seas. But Doctor Dolittle is not your average captain. Instead of using swords, he uses his brilliant mind and his animal friends to plan the perfect trap. You will cheer as they trick the fierce pirates into planting birdseed instead of causing harm. This exciting, fast-paced adventure proves that clever thinking and teamwork can defeat even the toughest villains. Join the smart doctor and his brave companions for an unforgettable rescue mission filled with humor and clever surprises.

Buckle up for the road trip of a lifetime in a car unlike any other in the world. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is not just a regular vehicle that gets you from one place to another. This extraordinary, shiny automobile actually has a mind of its own. When a lucky family purchases the old, battered race car and fixes her up, they unlock a spectacular secret. Chitty can do much more than drive on the highway. She can miraculously float across the deep ocean waves and even grow wings to fly high above the clouds. You will be on the edge of your seat as the family takes to the skies, escaping danger and discovering hidden magical lands. This thrilling adaptation captures all the high-speed action and pure wonder of the legendary flying car. Get ready to start the engine and launch into an unforgettable, gravity-defying adventure.

Imagine waking up one morning with the unbelievable power to turn absolutely anything you touch into pure, solid gold. For the extremely greedy King Midas, this magic trick seems like the greatest wish ever granted. At first, he is thrilled to transform his palace walls, his garden statues, and his furniture into dazzling treasures. He believes he is the luckiest man in the entire world. But the excitement quickly fades when dinnertime arrives and his delicious food instantly turns into heavy, crunchy metal. The real nightmare begins when he accidentally hugs his beloved daughter, turning her into a cold, golden statue. You will follow the panicked king as he desperately searches for a way to reverse the spell before he loses everything he actually cares about. This timeless legend warns us to be careful what we wish for, proving that the most valuable things in life are never made of gold.