After Hippo sneaks into the school kitchen and eats an entire chocolate cake, he discovers the importance of being truthful.

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Books focus on three letter words with middle a, e, i, o & u sounds.

When Ben's mother buys him a big balloon, it takes him for a ride.

George loves to paint everything from the walls to his sister, until his father thinks of a better "canvas" for his art work.

When Jack's friends get frightened at a sleepover until they learn what causes the scary noises and how everyone fears something, they demonstrate how to handle fears, in a book with a story for children to retell and suggestions for parents.

Presents a fictional story that helps young readers discover healthy ways to handle their feelings.

Harry takes a magical ride on a carousel horse at the fair.

Arin acts careless and rude--and other people are angry and upset. His parents and teacher tell him he needs to show respect. Confused and unhappy, Arin asks Grandma for help. They talk about how he would feel if someone broke his things or laughed at what he likes. Arin makes an effort to show respect to others and learns that everyone treats him better when he does.