Doreen Cronin

Can you reach your paws all the way to the ceiling? Can you bend down low and touch the floor? Join one very energetic dog who knows exactly how to get limber. This playful pup does not just stick to simple toe touches. You will watch him stretch to catch a refreshing breeze, stretch his neck to grab a tasty snack right out of a tree, and even stretch out to ride a giant ocean wave. His bright pink bubble gum gets right into the stretching action too with a giant pop. After you practice reaching as high and as wide as you can, you will discover that the most important thing to stretch is your own imagination. Get ready to bend, twist, and reach for the sky in this delightfully bouncy story that turns reading time into an active, moving adventure.

Step into the buzzing, busy world of a young insect who is just trying to figure out how to navigate life with wings. Being a tiny bug is not always easy, especially when the world is filled with giant dangers like sticky flypaper. You get to read her actual daily journal entries as she goes to school, hangs out with her best friends Worm and Spider, and learns what it takes to survive. She has big dreams of becoming a superhero, but she quickly discovers that true heroes come in all different shapes and sizes. With a hilarious look at life from a totally different perspective, this story shows that even the smallest creatures have massive adventures. You will laugh out loud as you read her secret thoughts and learn exactly what flies do all day long.

Meet Dirt, Sugar, Poppy, and Sweetie. They are darling, they are daring, and they are four fuzzy chicks on a very important mission. This is no ordinary group of farm animals. They are the highly trained Chicken Squad, and they are ready to solve the biggest mysteries right in their own backyard. When a terrified squirrel rushes into the coop panicking about a gigantic, scary object hovering outside, the squad must spring into action. Equipped with their sharp minds and a serious lack of actual flying ability, they launch a daring backyard expedition to investigate the strange visitor. Is it a dangerous alien spacecraft, or just a big misunderstanding? You will laugh out loud as these brave little detectives stumble their way through clues, miscommunications, and wild theories. Join the fluffiest, funniest problem solvers around as they crack their very first case and prove that tiny heroes can tackle giant adventures.

Retired search and rescue dog J.J. Tully just wants to relax and enjoy some quiet time. After years of solving tough cases, he thinks he has finally earned a peaceful break. But the chicken coop next door has suddenly become very busy, and a sneaky possum keeps causing trouble in the yard. To make matters worse, mama chick Moosh and her fluffy babies are acting completely out of character. The biggest mystery of all revolves around Diamond Lil, the fancy and elegant new dog who just moved in next door. J.J. knows that something is not right, and his detective instincts are telling him to investigate. He will have to shake off his retirement, track down the hidden clues, and sniff out the real evidence to figure out exactly what is going on. Follow this hilarious and grumpy canine hero as he works to solve a puzzling neighborhood case and save the day.

Farmer Brown absolutely does not like Halloween. He wants nothing to do with spooky decorations or costumes. To avoid the holiday entirely, he draws the shades, puts on his cozy footy pajamas, and climbs straight into bed. But the animals out in the barn have a completely different plan. Do you think a bunch of mischievous cows, pigs, and ducks have any respect for a man hiding in his pajamas? Not a chance. For this lively barnyard crew, the Halloween party is just getting started. The animals know exactly how to celebrate, and they prefer silly tricks over sweet treats. When mysterious sounds start echoing from the barn, Farmer Brown has to get out of bed and investigate. Get ready for big surprises in this festive autumn story as the funniest farm animals around throw a spectacular, spooky bash.

The autumn weather is getting chilly, but the crime solving business in the backyard is still incredibly hot. The Chicken Squad starts their morning by easily solving a case for their neighbor Anna, tracking down her wandering hamster without breaking a sweat. Dirt, Sugar, Poppy, and Sweetie are ready to settle in for a nice, relaxing day of knitting. However, the peace does not last long. The chicks suddenly realize that their beloved caretaker Barbara, the incredibly important person who feeds them every single day, is completely missing. On top of that terrifying news, there are wild rumors of a headless bear roaming around their neighborhood. The brave chicks must put down their yarn and jump back into action to solve the wildest, scariest case they have ever faced. Follow the fuzzy detectives as they track down clues, face their fears, and search for Barbara before breakfast time is ruined forever.

Farmer Brown is busy getting the house ready for Christmas, but the barnyard animals have their own festive plans. Duck has decided to play Santa this year, and you know that wherever Duck goes, hilarious trouble is sure to follow. When Duck gets himself stuck right in the middle of the chimney, the rest of the animals must step up to save the holiday. You will laugh out loud as cows, sheep, and pigs all try to help unstick their feathered friend before the real Santa arrives. This festive farm adventure brings all your favorite barnyard characters together for a night of tumbling, bumbling, and holiday cheer. Get ready for a wonderfully funny winter tale that proves even the clumsiest rescue attempts are better when you have friends by your side.

It is a very special day on the farm because Little Duck is officially turning one year old. The entire barnyard is thrilled, and every animal wants to look their absolute best for the big party. Since Little Duck has never celebrated a birthday before, she decides the best way to get ready is to copy her friends. When the sheep neatly trim their wool, Little Duck tries to trim her own feathers. When the pigs enjoy a refreshing mud bath, she jumps right in to squish and squash in the dirt too. After all her snipping, slurping, and shaking, party time finally arrives. But when it is time to take a picture, Little Duck realizes she is a gigantic, messy disaster. Luckily, a little bit of farmyard teamwork and a delicious frosted maple cake can fix almost anything. Enjoy the giggles in this messy, joyful birthday adventure.

Being a hero is serious business, and young Newbie is desperate to prove she has what it takes. Her biggest dream is to become a brave, highly trained Rescue Bunny. But before she can wear the official uniform and go on real missions, she has to pass the ultimate field test. The training is incredibly tough, demanding quick thinking, fast reflexes, and a whole lot of courage. As she faces difficult challenges, Newbie starts to struggle. She realizes that jumping into danger to save others is much harder than it looks in the training manuals. Even when she makes mistakes, her determination pushes her forward. You will cheer for this fluffy, brave little rabbit as she discovers that true bravery is not about being perfect, but about never giving up when someone needs your help. Join Newbie on an action-packed adventure to earn her ears.

Boom says the perfect spot is this way. Twitty tweets that the perfect spot is actually that way. Snot remains smartly silent. When you and your best friends cannot agree on which path to take, finding the perfect place to spend the day turns into a hilarious adventure. You will join these three unique friends as they try to navigate their big ideas and different personalities. Boom is full of energy, Twitty is eager to lead, and Snot might just have the quiet wisdom they all need. This charming and funny story shows how working together and listening to each other is the real secret to a perfect day. With its playful language and gentle humor, you will love seeing how these three very different friends finally figure out exactly where they are supposed to be.

Step inside the eight-legged world of a young spider who is a lot more like you than you might think. He goes to school, learns new things, and even has a special Grandparents Day. Read his personal journal to find out exactly what it is like to spin sticky webs, scale tall walls, and take wind-catching lessons. You will follow along with his daily adventures and meet his very best friend, who happens to be a fly. Through his funny journal entries, you will discover the unique challenges of being a spider, like figuring out how to avoid dangerous vacuum cleaners and learning the rules of the insect world. With plenty of silly moments and fun facts woven into the story, this hilarious tale will make you look at the tiny creatures in your backyard in a whole new way.

Farmer Brown has a very unusual and noisy problem on his hands. All day long, he hears the strange sounds of clicking and clacking echoing from the barn. His cows have discovered an old typewriter, and they have figured out exactly how to use it. The real trouble begins when the cows start typing actual letters and leaving them for the farmer. They are cold at night, and they have a very specific demand: they want electric blankets. When Farmer Brown refuses to give in, the cows decide to take serious action. They go on strike and refuse to give him any milk until their demands are met. Soon, the chickens join the protest too. You will be laughing from start to finish as you watch a bunch of clever, determined animals turn the entire farm upside down to fight for exactly what they want.

The fuzzy, fearless Chicken Squad is packing their bags for a relaxing family vacation, but mystery follows them everywhere they go. When the chicks arrive at the farm for a massive family reunion, they expect a simple weekend of catching up with eighty-five different cousins. Instead, Sugar gets the creepy feeling that someone, or something, is watching them from the darkness. When Poppy's absolute favorite protective shoe mysteriously vanishes without a trace, the squad knows exactly who to blame: a sneaky, lurking shadow. Now the tiny detectives must figure out how to catch a culprit they can barely even see. They have to crack this confusing case while also dealing with complex math lessons, packing the perfect amount of road trip snacks, and surviving a chaotic family gathering. Jump into this incredibly funny adventure as the brilliant chicks tackle their darkest, shadowiest, and most ridiculous investigation yet.

The barnyard is thrilled about a brand new arrival, but the excitement quickly turns into exhaustion. A tiny, fluffy baby duckling has hatched, and he has absolutely no intention of going to sleep. While the cows, sheep, and chickens are ready to settle down for the night, this energetic little puffball just wants to play. His loud and constant peeping echoes across the farm, keeping every single animal wide awake. Farmer Brown tries everything he can think of to get the new baby to close his eyes, but nothing seems to work. The rest of the exhausted farm crew must team up to solve this noisy nighttime problem. Even Duck, who usually causes all the trouble, might have to step up and help out. You will love reading about the hilarious lengths these tired animals will go to get one stubborn baby bird to hit the hay.

An alphabetical adventure is unfolding right on the farm! When the barnyard animals decide it is the perfect day for a picnic, everyone wants to join in on the fun. From A to Z, follow along as the ducks, cows, pigs, and sheep gather their favorite snacks and get ready for a wonderful afternoon in the sun. But organizing a farm-wide feast is never as simple as it sounds, especially with this mischievous crew! Packed with bright, cheerful illustrations and rhythmic sounds, this playful story makes learning your letters an absolute blast. Grab your picnic blanket and get ready to click, clack, and quack your way through the entire alphabet!

The brilliant detectives of the Chicken Squad are back on duty, and this time they are facing a mysterious new threat right in their own territory. When a strange new cage suddenly appears out in the yard, the fearless chicks know they have to investigate. They are absolutely certain that whatever is hiding inside that cage is up to no good. Equipped with their absolute best surveillance gear and carrying plenty of fluffy marshmallows for emergency snacking, Dirt, Sugar, Poppy, and Sweetie march straight into the wild. They must gather clues and figure out the identity of the dangerous new arrival before things get out of hand. To make matters even worse, a massive, dark raincloud is rolling in, and everyone knows that chickens are terrible swimmers. Join the funniest, fluffiest squad around for a wild, action packed mission full of hilarious mistakes and daring backyard detective work.

A beautiful glass kingdom is cracking, and no one knows how to save it. The king and queen are desperate, so they try to find Bloom, a powerful fairy. There is just one problem. Bloom was banished a long time ago because of her messy, muddy boots. When the royal couple fails to get her help, they send an ordinary girl named Genevieve on a quest to save the day. Genevieve must figure out how to work with the muddy, magical fairy to fix their fragile home. This story takes you on an exciting adventure where you learn that being perfectly clean is not always the most important thing. Sometimes, you have to roll up your sleeves and get a little dirty to solve big problems. Discover how courage, clever thinking, and a pair of muddy boots might just be the perfect magic to save an entire kingdom.

Get ready to pack up the farm and take the fun wherever you go! This incredible carry-along collection brings together six of your absolute favorite stories featuring Farmer Brown's most mischievous animals. Whether the cows are typing up their latest demands, Duck is ordering a late-night pizza, or the pigs are putting on a hilarious dance performance, there is never a dull moment in the barn. Perfect for readers who are just gaining their confidence, these stories are packed with silly surprises and easy-to-read text. Grab this handy boxed set by the handle and bring the giggles, quacks, and dooby-doos with you on all your own daily adventures!

Love is in the air, and Farmer Brown's barnyard is buzzing with excitement for the big Valentine's Day dance. Little Duck has been working hard to make sure everything is perfect. She has carefully crafted beautiful valentines for every single animal and strung up festive decorations across the barn. The music is playing, the streamers are hanging, and the cows, pigs, and chickens are all ready to celebrate. But right in the middle of the lively party, a strange and unexpected guest arrives at the barn doors. The animals are shocked to see a wild visitor who definitely was not on the invitation list. Will this surprise arrival ruin the celebration, or will it turn out to be the best party ever? Join your favorite funny farm animals for a sweet, silly story that proves there is always room for one more friend.

Farmer Brown is finally taking a well-deserved vacation! Before he leaves, he hands his brother Bob a very important list of instructions on how to care for the animals. There is just one tiny problem: Duck has found a pencil! The moment Farmer Brown drives away, Duck secretly rewrites the notes, demanding pizza for the pigs, movie nights for the cows, and extra snacks for everyone. Bob has no idea he has been tricked, and the barnyard quickly turns into the ultimate animal party! Will Farmer Brown find out what is really going on back home? This incredibly funny follow-up to Click, Clack, Moo will have you laughing out loud at the cleverest farm animals in town.

The annual Corn Maze Festival is coming to Farmer Brown's farm, and everyone is bursting with excitement. The chickens are busy building a sturdy fence around the cornfield, while the cows are working hard to give the barn a fresh coat of paint. Even Duck is building a ticket booth for the hot air balloon ride. But Duck has a secret trick up his sleeve. While Farmer Brown carefully designs the twists and turns of the giant corn maze, Duck does some sneaky designing of his own. The whole farm is in for a massive surprise when the festival finally opens. Join the clever barnyard crew for another hilarious adventure full of teamwork, plotting, and surprises. You will have to wait and see what happens when Farmer Brown's plans collide with one very determined, mischievous duck.

It is a very exciting day on the farm because Farmer Brown has received a special invitation: the animals are going to school! To prepare for Farm Day, Farmer Brown makes sure everyone is squeaky clean and reminds them of the absolute most important rule: school is quiet and calm. The cows, pigs, and chickens promise to be on their very best behavior. But when they finally arrive at the school building, they discover that recess is loud, messy, and incredibly fun! Duck, of course, has his own wild plans for the day. Can Farmer Brown keep his crew in line, or will the schoolyard turn into a hilarious barnyard bash? Get ready to quack the rules in this wonderfully silly school adventure!

Get ready to move! If you have ever wondered about the best ways to hop, leap, and pounce, this is the perfect guide for you. Prepare to jump into a world filled with high-flying fun. This energetic story follows a cast of playful animals who show off their very best bouncing skills. You will see frogs leaping, bunnies hopping, and maybe even learn a few new moves yourself. The playful rhyming words make it easy and fun to read aloud, while the bright pictures will make you want to get up and join the action. Whether you are bouncing on your toes or jumping like a kangaroo, you will discover that moving around is one of the best ways to spend your day. Perfect for reading right before playtime, this bouncy adventure will have you wiggling and giggling from the very first page.

The Case Begins Meet the Chicken Squad! Dirt, Sugar, Sweetie, and Poppy are not your average fluffy chicks. They are a tough, top-secret, crime-solving team of detectives living right in the backyard. The Missing House When a strange, squawking blue bird shows up at their coop, she has a very wild story to tell. Someone has stolen her house! It sounds impossible, but the squad is ready for action. Now it is up to you and the fuzzy detectives to figure out who would take a whole house and where they could possibly hide it. You will need to gather the clues, check the yard, and piece the puzzle together. Why You Will Love It If you love funny mysteries and silly animal adventures, this case is exactly what you are looking for. Get ready for a hilarious stakeout filled with strange suspects and excellent fluffy teamwork.

Do you ever wake up with a twitch in your toes and an itch to start moving? When you just cannot sit still, the absolute best thing to do is wiggle. This fun, bouncing story takes you on a silly journey to discover all the different ways you can shake, twist, and dance around. You will meet a playful dog who knows exactly how to get moving, and he wants you to join in on the action. From wiggling your fingers to shaking your whole body, every page is an invitation to jump up and get the energy out. The rhyming words make it impossible to just read quietly in your seat. Get ready to stand up, shake off the sleepy feelings, and wiggle along with the happiest pup around in a story that turns reading time into an active, giggling adventure.

Meet J.J. Tully. He is a tough, retired search-and-rescue dog who just wants to enjoy his well-earned rest in the quiet countryside. But his peaceful retirement is suddenly interrupted when a frantic mother hen and her two tiny chicks—who look suspiciously like walking popcorn—demand his help. Two of their fluffy siblings have vanished without a trace, and they need a professional detective to crack the case. J.J. is not exactly thrilled to be working for birds, but he is easily bribed by the promise of a juicy cheeseburger. Once he takes the job, he quickly realizes this missing chicken mystery is a lot more complicated than it seems. Is the indoor dog, Vince the Funnel, hiding a dark secret? Are there sinister forces lurking around the yard? Or is J.J. completely missing the clues sitting right under his wet nose? Grab your detective hat and get ready to laugh your way through this hilarious, highly illustrated animal adventure. Will J.J. solve the case and get his cheeseburger, or has this old dog finally met his match?

Welcome to the underground world of a young worm who is surprisingly similar to you. He lives with his parents, hangs out with his best friends, and goes to school every day. But unlike you, he never has to take a bath, he actually gets to eat his homework, and because he does not have any legs, doing the hokey pokey is completely impossible. You get to read his personal daily diary to see exactly what life is like when you live in the dirt. From avoiding the dangers of people with shovels to the tricky problem of having a head that looks exactly like your rear end, his life is full of funny challenges. This hilarious story gives you a bug's eye view of the world, showing that even the tiniest creatures have plenty of amazing adventures right beneath your feet.

The sun has gone down, Farmer Brown is fast asleep, and the barnyard is surprisingly busy. Instead of resting, the cows, pigs, and ducks are secretly preparing for the ultimate competition: the annual county fair talent show. The grand prize is a brand new trampoline, and the animals are absolutely determined to win. You will hear the cows rehearsing their vocal harmonies and the pigs practicing their impressive dance moves. Duck, as always, is organizing the entire production with his own sneaky strategies. They just have to keep their rehearsals quiet so Farmer Brown does not catch them. Join the hilarious farm crew as they sneak off to the fairgrounds, step onto the big stage, and perform for the judges. This laugh out loud story proves that with a little teamwork and rhythm, anything is possible on the farm.

Running a farm is incredibly hard work, and Duck is completely exhausted from doing all of his daily chores. He decides that taking orders from Farmer Brown is no longer acceptable, so he comes up with a massive plan: he is going to hold an election and take over the farm. But once he becomes the boss, he quickly realizes that being in charge is even more exhausting than his old jobs. His ambition does not stop at the barnyard fence. Duck decides to take his campaign on the road, running for state governor and eventually launching a campaign for the highest office in the country. You will follow Duck as he navigates the wild, messy world of running for office. This incredibly funny story shows exactly what happens when one very determined bird decides to waddle his way straight into the history books.