by Eileen Spinelli (1998)
Sophie the spider makes wondrous webs, but the residents of Beekman's Boarding House do not appreciate her until at last, old and tired, she weaves her final masterpiece.
Ruth Symons & Laura Watkins
"Josh loves to be close to his mum at night in her pouch, or 'pocket', as he calls it. One day, Josh's mum has a surprise about what is in her pocket: 'It needs lots of love and care.' Josh racks his brains to try and think. What could the surprise be? And will he love it as much as his mother says he will? A sweet story about gaining a new sibling and how children can welcome a new member to the family."--Publisher's website.
Thea Stilton
For the first time ever, Mouseford Academy is offering a course in outdoor survival skills, and it's being taught by the athletic adventurous Bruce Hyena! All five Thea Sisters sign up, along with the Ruby Crew. But when a terrible storm hits during the two-day outdoor challenge, there are mouselets in danger! Who will come to the rescue? -- Back cover.