Illustrations and text describe how the Mixtecs create painted manuscripts, or codices, that reflect their way of life and document their history, science, land tenure, tribute, and sacred rituals.

A dog follows the bus to school, where he meets the teacher and takes part in the activities of the class.

One, Two, Kat, and Four want to form a club so together they figure out how to make a sign saying what their club should be called.

Dinosaurs spend a day at school with reading, writing, arithmetic, music, fingerpaints, exercise, and pizza.

Describes how Anakin Skywalker, a boy with Jedi potential, turned into Darth Vader, and how the Sith Lord wielded his dark powers.

Clever muskrat outwits a hungry tiger with his story. "I'm going to eat you, little muskrat," said the tiger. "Wait!" said the muskrat. "I want to tell you a story." "Okay," said the tiger, "but make it quick!" Clever muskrat! He knows just how to outwit a very hungry tiger: tell him a story. Silly tiger! Tigers shouldn't listen to muskrats and their stories...especially clever muskrats with clever stories. Tom Willans creates a delightful read-aloud...

Llama Llama learns the importance of telling the truth, even if it is hard to say.