Russell Hoban

Things are changing in the badger household, and Frances is not entirely sure she likes it. With the arrival of her new baby sister, everyone seems too busy to pay attention to Frances. Her parents are constantly occupied, and Frances is starting to feel completely left out of the family. Feeling unloved and ignored, she decides that the only solution is to pack her bags and run away from home. But Frances is smart, so she decides to run away just far enough to make her point without getting too scared. Tucked away under the dining room table, she waits to see if anyone will miss her. Join Frances as she navigates the big feelings of becoming an older sister in this tender and humorous tale.

Tomorrow is a very special day, but Frances the badger is not feeling very happy about it. It is her little sister Gloria's birthday. Frances thinks it is incredibly unfair that it always seems to be someone else's special day. She does not want to celebrate, and she certainly does not want to watch Gloria get all the attention. To make things even harder, the birthday present she bought for Gloria cost two whole allowances. As the party gets closer, Frances struggles with a big mix of jealousy and generosity. Can she find the birthday spirit and part with her hard-earned gift? Join Frances as she learns how to overcome her grumpy feelings and discovers the true joy of celebrating the people you love.

Have you ever had a friend who always seems to get the better of you? Frances the badger is heading over to her friend Thelma's house for a very special tea party. Before she leaves, her mother warns her to be extra careful, because playing with Thelma usually means Frances ends up with the short end of the stick. Frances really wants a beautiful new china tea set with blue pictures. But somehow, smooth-talking Thelma convinces Frances to spend her savings on Thelma's old, plastic tea set instead. Worst of all, Thelma declares there are absolutely no backsies! When Frances realizes she has been tricked, she decides it is time to turn the tables. You will love seeing how Frances uses her clever wits to get the best of a bad bargain. Along the way, she teaches Thelma a very important lesson about honesty and what it really means to be a true friend.

Frances the badger is a very fussy eater. While the rest of her family enjoys all kinds of delicious meals, Frances only wants one thing. She loves bread and jam. She refuses to touch her squishy soft-boiled eggs at breakfast, and she quickly trades away her tasty chicken-salad sandwiches at school. Even boring veal cutlets make her turn up her nose in disgust. Frances would be perfectly happy eating nothing but bread and jam for every single meal. But her clever mother decides it is time to teach her a gentle lesson about trying new things. Find out what happens when a little badger gets exactly what she asks for in this funny and relatable story about picky eating and family meals.

Do you know Frances? She's a badger who loves her friends and knows how to have fun! But what happens when Albert, the badger next door, decides to have a boys-only baseball game with his friends? Frances and her sister, Gloria, are not about to sit around. They have a brilliant idea for their own 'Best Friends Outing -- No Boys'! This funny and warm story shows how Frances and Albert learn important lessons about what it truly means to be a good friend. Sometimes, people need a little reminder that playing together is much more fun than playing apart. Join Frances as she figures out how to make sure everyone feels included and discovers the best ways to enjoy time with your pals, even when things get a little tricky.

Jump in The clock says it is time for bed, but Frances the little badger is not ready to go to sleep. Her room is full of strange shadows, mysterious creaks, and unfamiliar shapes. Every time her father tucks her in and turns out the light, Frances finds a brand new reason to hop right back out of bed and trot down the hall. Why it pulls you in Going to sleep in a dark room can be tricky, and Frances has an incredibly active imagination. You will laugh as she convinces herself that a tiger is hiding in the corner or that a giant bug is on the floor. Her creative excuses for staying awake are hilarious and completely relatable. Who this is for This cozy, classic tale is perfect for anyone who has ever felt a little nervous when the lights go out. It provides a comforting, gentle reassurance that the dark is completely safe.