Russell Hoban

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.

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.