Kathy J Perry

Young, unthinking, and impetuous, Rascal gets swept away by a whirlwind into a forest filled with uncertainty. Injured, but able to walk, he secures a safe place for the night. Jasper, a rabbit, greets him in the morning. He provides breakfast and offers to get Ollie, the farm dog, to help him find his way home. But, Rascal doesn't listen to Jasper's instruction. He wanders away and gets into still more trouble. Fortunately, Ollie arrives in time to save his life. There's a serious discussion about the importance of thinking ahead. Rascal promises to remember this lesson and Ollie leads him home where he shares his adventures, and what he's learned, with his mom.

Young, unthinking, and impetuous, Rascal gets swept away by a whirlwind into a forest filled with uncertainty. Injured, but able to walk, he secures a safe place for the night. Jasper, a rabbit, greets him in the morning. He provides breakfast and offers to get Ollie, the farm dog, to help him find his way home. But, Rascal doesn't listen to Jasper's instruction. He wanders away and gets into still more trouble. Fortunately, Ollie arrives in time to save his life. There's a serious discussion about the importance of thinking ahead. Rascal promises to remember this lesson and Ollie leads him home where he shares his adventures, and what he's learned, with his mom.

No one is perfect.Jeremy Jay's deformed foot has him giving up on himself even when no one else is.He's convinced he can't live a normal life like the other jays-until he gets the support of the oldest friend to every animal in Oakwoods.Soon, Jeremy is singing a new tune, but can he go from doubter to teacher when he meets another impaired blue jay?This is book one of the Oakwoods series of early reader chapter books featuring under-appreciated woodland animals. Perfect for young readers transitioning from picture to chapter books. Features include: Sassoon Primary font - a proven easy-to-read font for beginning readers.Internal thoughts of the main character printed in color. (Useful for very early or struggling readers. They can read those while you read the rest aloud.) Children love color.Beautiful full-color illustrations with a hidden creature to find."What If?" discussion questions. Some about the story, and others for application to real life.A glossary for new words."Did You Know?" section with facts about the real animal. In this story you'll learn about the opossum.

Kindness stinks At least that's what Sally Skunkskin thinks. She's rude when the beaver minds his business. She's rude when the coyotes and foxes have fun. She's even rude when Sneaks the snake tries to help her.She's a blunt skunk who needs a lesson in manners. But will she ever learn to hold her tongue the way others hold their noses? She'd better because it's the only way Sally will ever enjoy the sweet smell of friendship.Sally Skunkskin: Grumbles to Grateful is a warm and gentle story about how to make friends and get along with others-even when you think no one likes you.This is book one of the Oakwoods series of early reader chapter books featuring under-appreciated woodland animals. Perfect for young readers transitioning from picture to chapter books. Features include: Sassoon Primary font - a proven easy-to-read font for beginning readers.Internal thoughts of the main character printed in color. (Useful for very early or struggling readers. They can read those while you read the rest aloud.) Children love color.Beautiful full-color illustrations with a hidden creature to find."What If?" discussion questions. Some about the story, and others for application to real life.A glossary for new words."Did You Know?" section with facts about the real animal. In this story you'll learn about the skunk.

Pip likes to play.There's no other way to put it: Chores are BORING But soon winter will be here, and Pip has no food and no home. If he wants to survive, he'll have to become the sort of opossum that makes Mama proud.Engaging, pastoral artwork enhances this timeless tale that teaches children when the work is done there's still plenty of time to play.This is book one of the Oakwoods series of early reader chapter books featuring under-appreciated woodland animals. Perfect for young readers transitioning from picture to chapter books. Features include: Sassoon Primary font - a proven easy-to-read font for beginning readers.Internal thoughts of the main character printed in color. (Useful for very early or struggling readers. They can read those while you read the rest aloud.) Children love color.Beautiful full-color illustrations with a hidden creature to find."What If?" discussion questions. Some about the story, and others for application to real life.A glossary for new words."Did You Know?" section with facts about the real animal. In this story you'll learn about the opossum.

Benjamin is a boastful bat.He's a mighty hunter of moths and bugs who believes flying blind is his superpower. But while showing off for a friend, he becomes the hunted.If he wants to live with the kind creatures in his forest home, he'd better learn humility and become Benjamin Bat, not Benjamin Brat.New characters meet old favorites, Boon and Sneaks, in Kathy J. Perry's ongoing Oakwoods series of warm and delightful animal stories.This is book one of the Oakwoods series of early reader chapter books featuring under-appreciated woodland animals. Perfect for young readers transitioning from picture to chapter books. Features include: Sassoon Primary font - a proven easy-to-read font for beginning readers.Internal thoughts of the main character printed in color. (Useful for very early or struggling readers. They can read those while you read the rest aloud.) Children love color.Beautiful full-color illustrations with a hidden creature to find."What If?" discussion questions. Some about the story, and others for application to real life.A glossary for new words."Did You Know?" section with facts about the real animal. In this story you'll learn about the hoary bat.

Sharing is caring.The squirrels are busy hiding nuts all over Oakwoods-and stealing them from each other too. It's an out-of-control squirrel tug-of-war until folksy peacekeeper Boon steps in.But the peace will only last if the squirrels can cool off and find a game they can all play together that lets them share the prizes all winter long.This is book one of the Oakwoods series of early reader chapter books featuring under-appreciated woodland animals. Perfect for young readers transitioning from picture to chapter books. Features include: Sassoon Primary font - a proven easy-to-read font for beginning readers.Internal thoughts of the main character printed in color. (Useful for very early or struggling readers. They can read those while you read the rest aloud.) Children love color.Beautiful full-color illustrations with a hidden creature to find."What If?" discussion questions. Some about the story, and others for application to real life.A glossary for new words."Did You Know?" section with facts about the real animal. In this story you'll learn about the squirrel.

When the world around you is falling apart, you must find strength within yourself.Three years after her father's death, Emeline has settled into life in Indianapolis.Then an urgent visit to her childhood farm in Missouri changes everything. Her manager dies, the economy is in recession, and the caretakers are moving back to Wisconsin. Emeline is suddenly responsible for the farm... and she's out of her depth.With the help of her closest allies, Emeline sets out to turn the farm around until disaster strikes and she must start again. Emeline faces her biggest challenge yet: finding the courage to have confidence in herself.Can Emeline's faith and resourcefulness bring her the joy and security she's worked so hard to find?This coming-of-age tale is a must-read for lovers of historical fiction.

"A gripping plot populated with memorable, larger-than-life characters. Highly recommended for 12-16 year olds." THE WISHING SHELFA PROMISE MADE TO HER DYING FATHER;A STRUGGLE THAT TESTS HER FAITH;A JOURNEY THAT PUSHES HER RESILIENCEAND RESOURCEFULNESS TO THEIR LIMITS.Emeline, a thirteen-year-old Missouri orphan, must set off on aquest across frontier America tofulfill her father's last request: to find her grandfather in Boston.Crossing this dangerous and unforgiving land alone, she must face challenges without losing her faith, rising to every test ahead if she's to survive and find ahome at the end ofher adventure.Will Emeline's journey bring her the family she longs for?Readers of Laura Ingalls Wilder and Louisa May Alcott will delight in this fast-paced adventure.

Kit's loney and wants to make new friends at the Cooper farm. Ollie, the farm dog, explains the rules for friendship and she agrees to them. Unfortunately, she slips up and deserts Zartie, the turtle, who was depending on her. She learns from her mistake and apologizes. Later, a fire breaks out in her forest home and she runs for her life. But coyotes are near Together she and Ollie fight them off and win the day. Is she accepted as a friend now?

Adult barn owls raise their young together, taking turns with the feeding task. But Papa Hoot is missing Hootin feels she must handle raising her two young owlets alone. But is she really alone? Or can she be flexible? The farm dog, Ollie, and the barn cat, Feebs, bring this to her attention and volunteer to watch over them for her while she's gone. While in the woods, a storm comes up and she has to find shelter. She finds it - and more - when she meets a red fox, Kit. A surprise ending will make everyone smile.

Adult barn owls raise their young together, taking turns with the feeding task. But Papa Hoot is missing Hootin feels she must handle raising her two young owlets alone. But is she really alone? Or can she be flexible? The farm dog, Ollie, and the barn cat, Feebs, bring this to her attention and volunteer to watch over them for her while she's gone. While in the woods, a storm comes up and she has to find shelter. She finds it - and more - when she meets a red fox, Kit. A surprise ending will make everyone smile.

Kit's loney and wants to make new friends at the Cooper farm. Ollie, the farm dog, explains the rules for friendship and she agrees to them. Unfortunately, she slips up and deserts Zartie, the turtle, who was depending on her. She learns from her mistake and apologizes. Later, a fire breaks out in her forest home and she runs for her life. But coyotes are near Together she and Ollie fight them off and win the day. Is she accepted as a friend now?