Anxious to see what life is like outside the zoo, Sammy the seal explores the city, goes to school, and plays with the children but decides that there really is no place like home.

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. When he discovers that the circus already has enough elephants, talented Oliver must make a special effort to get his amazing abilities seen in order to attain his place in the spotlight.

Thelma usually outsmarts Frances until Frances decides to teach her a lesson about friendship.

Two friends share experiences in each season of the year. "Down the Hill": Frog gets Toad to try sledding down a hill with him and he enjoys the adventure until he realizes Frog has fallen off, then Toad decides Winter is best spent inside. "The Corner": One rainy day Frog tells the story about how he found Spring just around the corner. "Ice Cream": Toad buys a chocolate ice cream cone for himself and Frog, but it's a very hot day and a long trip...