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What can members of the royal court do when a king refuses to get out of the tub? Teachers can model several strategies while finding out.

In Zoomer, we meet an energetic pup who would rather play than go to school. Despite the best efforts of his family to get him ready, Zoomer would rather play music, blow bubbles, build sandcastles, and draw. Children will love the ending that proves, at least in this case, that Zoomer knew best.

Harry the Dirty Dog is an old favorite that is rich with strategy instruction possibilities.

Crickwing learns an inspiring lesson about kindness, teamwork, and friendship.

Chrysanthemum has always loved her name. She loves the way it looks and the way it sounds. But what will happen when she starts school?