Bourgeois, Paulette

Franklin goes on a class trip to a museum.

Franklin, a young turtle who is afraid of small, dark places--including his shell--asks other animals about their fears.

A farmer brings Mrs. Kerr's class a dozen eggs to incubate. Once the eggs hatch, the chicks begin to take over the classrooms.

Franklin likes to play with his little sister Harriet but sometimes she cries or breaks his toys. Nevertheless, he comes to realize how good it feels to be a big brother.

Franklin, upset after losing the valentines he had made for his friends, comes up with a way to make amends.

Introduces young readers to the many tasks done by the people who work for the postal service through the story of Gordon, a young boy who send his grandmother a birthday card.

Introduces young readers to the many tasks done by police officers through the story of Natalie, a girl who helps catch a ring of bicycle thieves, and includes tips for children on how to keep safe.

Explains the work of garbage collectors, discussing the types of trash that people generate and ways in which refuse can be recycled.

Explains the work of fire fighters, discussing various types of fires and providing tips on fire prevention and safety.

Franklin the turtle is eager to participate in the bicycle rally but is embarrassed by his new helmet and nearly misses the race.