John E Hume

When an adorable new kitten shows up on the porch, Sweetheart and members of the Porch Family are curious about Sir Roland's strange behavior and how he got his name. This new arrival lives by a code of honor, honesty, and bravery, and the family soon learns that being different is not strange.Respect and acceptance are the forefront of this tale about trust, virtues, and having a home with friendship and love. The book is filled with colorful, whimsical drawings and educational materials follow the story.

How do you teach an unruly kitty?Ceciline has never been in a home and hasn't learned how he should behave with his new family and friends. It's up to Sweetheart to teach the unruly new kitten good manners and behavior, and why it's important.Join the Permanent Porch Family for laughs and learning in this fun story with colorful, expressive illustrations, followed by educational materials.

How do you teach an unruly kitty?Ceciline has never been in a home and hasn't learned how he should behave with his new family and friends. It's up to Sweetheart to teach the unruly new kitten good manners and behavior, and why it's important.Join the Permanent Porch Family for laughs and learning in this fun story with colorful, expressive illustrations, followed by educational materials.

You can't always get what you want.Living a comfortable life with your family and friends can mean one thing to you and something quite different to another. Wants, needs, and acceptance are explored in this fun tale when Sweetheart meets a new friend while on vacation with John and Anne.Colorful illustrations throughout, and educational materials are included after the story.

You can't always get what you want.Living a comfortable life with your family and friends can mean one thing to you and something quite different to another. Wants, needs, and acceptance are explored in this fun tale when Sweetheart meets a new friend while on vacation with John and Anne.Colorful illustrations throughout, and educational materials are included after the story.

Sweetheart wants to spread the word on the joys of sharing but feels she doesn't have experience in the topic. The Helper Angels come to the rescue, encourage their friend, and remind her of her caring ways and the many joys she has shared with others. A fun tale filled with family values and whimsical illustrations. Educational materials included.

How do you make decisions?Find out why young Bartholomew decides to leave the party without telling anyone. Is this a good decision or not? Sweetheart finds him, and they discuss solutions for making good decisions. Learn the three easy steps in this Sweetheart Tale accompanied by delightful illustrations. Educational materials are included after the story.

How do you make decisions?Find out why young Bartholomew decides to leave the party without telling anyone. Is this a good decision or not? Sweetheart finds him, and they discuss solutions for making good decisions. Learn the three easy steps in this Sweetheart Tale accompanied by delightful illustrations. Educational materials are included after the story.

How do you solve disputes? Follow Sweetheart, Rupert, and the porch cats as they search for ways to resolve disputes. Can they find a gentler, kinder solution when Spike and Rupert have a confrontation? Discover their method in this whimsical Sweetheart Tale filled with colorful illustrations by John Hume. Educational materials are included after the story.

What does it take to become a member of the family? Sweetheart and the porch cats encounter Rupert­--a puppy who believes he is a cat and wants to join their family. Will he be able to become a member? Find out in this whimsical story with colorful illustrations. Educational materials are included after the story.

What does it take to become a member of the family? Sweetheart and the porch cats encounter Rupert­--a puppy who believes he is a cat and wants to join their family. Will he be able to become a member? Find out in this whimsical story with colorful illustrations. Educational materials are included after the story.

When Sweetheart is chosen by helper angels to foster two kittens, she enlists the help of the four permanent porch cats. Taking on the responsibility, they protect and care for the orphans and teach them manners and respect. The helper angels then allow the kittens to join the family, and Sweetheart is given the gift of a magical mouse.

When a couple falls in love with an orphaned kitten at the veterinary clinic, they adopt her, name her Sweetheart, and take her home to become part of the family. A dangerous and poisonous snake lhat likes to frighten and bully other animals lives at a nearby lake. When the snake sneaks into the house through a gap in the door and surprises sleeping Sweetheart, she springs into action to prove her bravery and love for her family. Educational materials are included after the story.