Jacqueline Rogers

Catching a massive Chinook salmon is Henry Huggins's ultimate dream. When his father plans a big fishing trip, Henry desperately wants to go along to prove he is a real fisherman. His father agrees, but there is one massive catch. Henry must keep his energetic dog, Ribsy, completely out of trouble for an entire month. It sounds simple enough to Henry. All he has to do is watch his dog every single minute. But you will quickly discover that keeping Ribsy away from mischief is nearly impossible. From annoying the neighbors to accidentally causing chaos in the neighborhood, Ribsy manages to find trouble no matter how hard Henry tries to stop him. You will be on the edge of your seat laughing as Henry scrambles to cover up Ribsy's hilarious accidents, desperately hoping he can still earn his spot on the fishing boat.

A shiny red bicycle is the only thing Henry Huggins thinks about. He imagines himself zooming up and down Klickitat Street, but there is one giant problem standing in his way. He does not have nearly enough money to buy it. Determined to earn the cash himself, Henry tries everything he can think of, from selling huge boxes of bubble gum to throwing a massive paper route. Unfortunately, every single one of his brilliant business schemes ends in disaster and leaves him further away from his dream bike. Just when Henry thinks he will have to walk forever, his clever friend Beezus steps in. She has a brilliant idea involving fifty dollars worth of beauty shop services that might just save the day. You will laugh out loud as Henry navigates one funny catastrophe after another, proving that sometimes the best way out of trouble is a little help from a good friend.

Henry Huggins is an ordinary third-grader who feels like nothing exciting ever happens on his street. That all changes the day he stops at a drugstore for an ice cream cone and meets a skinny, hungry stray dog. After feeding him a few bites of vanilla ice cream, the dog decides to adopt Henry on the spot. Henry names his new friend Ribsy, but getting the dog home proves to be an adventure in itself. Since dogs are not allowed on the city bus, Henry tries to smuggle Ribsy inside a cardboard box, leading to a hilarious commotion that the whole town talks about. From that day forward, Henry and Ribsy are completely inseparable, and the quiet life Henry once knew is gone forever. Whether they are accidentally turning Henry's hair green or dealing with a massive neighborhood guppy takeover, the two friends always manage to find trouble. This beloved classic is packed with everyday childhood adventures, introducing readers to a timeless friendship between a boy and his dog.

Little Ree is trading in her busy city life for the wide-open spaces of the country! When she moves to her grandparents' ranch, she is so excited to ride horses, swim in the pond, and help Grandma cook huge meals. But on her very first day, Little Ree quickly discovers that living on a ranch is actually really tough work. She has to wake up before the sun, learn how to herd stubborn cows, and stop her horse from eating everything in sight! Will this city girl ever get used to her new country home? Inspired by the real-life experiences of Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond, this heartwarming story proves that being a country girl is all about having the right attitude. Grab your boots and join Little Ree on a spunky, unforgettable adventure!