L. M. Elliott

Hunter and Stripe are best friends who usually love doing everything together. But what happens when they end up on opposite sides of the soccer field? When these two playful raccoons join opposing teams, the pressure of the big game quickly tests their bond. The competition starts to heat up, and the desire to win gets in the way of their usual fun. Hunter and Stripe have to figure out how to play hard without letting the intense rivalry ruin their friendship. Step onto the field and see if these furry friends can keep their sportsmanship strong. You will discover that scoring a goal and winning a game is great, but keeping your best buddy is the ultimate victory.

Hunter the raccoon is doing what little brothers do best: driving his older sister crazy. To irritate the bossy Glenna, Hunter decides to repeat every single word she says. His copycat game is incredibly annoying, and Glenna just wants him to stop. But when an afternoon of playing outside goes wrong, Glenna gets stuck in a tree-climbing accident. Suddenly, Hunter's silly game of repeating things might be exactly what is needed to help her. Join these two raccoon siblings on an adventure that shows how even the most annoying habits can sometimes be useful. You will discover a sweet, funny story about working together and looking out for your family when it really counts.

Sam has his heart set on making the perfect valentine for Tiffany. With the help of his good friend Mary Ann, he crafts a very special card just for her. But when Valentine's Day arrives, Tiffany does not even notice Sam or his beautiful creation. Sometimes the person you are trying to impress is not the one who truly matters. Follow Sam as he learns a gentle lesson about friendship and realizes who is really special in his life. This sweet story explores the ups and downs of making friends and handling big emotions at school. You will also discover fun facts about the history of Valentine's Day along the way.

Sam's teacher has given the class a very special Thanksgiving assignment, but Sam is completely stuck. He has to decide what he is most grateful for, and with so many things to choose from, picking just one feels impossible. Follow along as Sam thinks hard about all the wonderful things in his life, from fun toys to yummy food. With a little help, he discovers what truly matters most of all. This charming story will help you explore the true meaning of being thankful. You will also learn fun facts about the history of Thanksgiving Day as you help Sam figure out his perfect project.

Hunter and Stripe are the very best of friends. These young raccoons love doing everything exactly the same, from wearing matching striped sweaters to eating the exact same lunches of crawfish sandwiches and huckleberries. But one day, Stripe arrives at Mr. Ringtail's class in a big mischief-making mood. As Stripe starts stirring up trouble and acting out, Hunter is faced with a tough choice. Should he follow his best friend's lead and break the rules, or should he be brave enough to do the right thing? Join these delightful pals as they learn how to navigate the tricky waters of peer pressure. You will see that true friendship means knowing when to be a copycat, and when it is time to be your own raccoon.