Hughes, Shirley

Alfie helps his little sister count things from one to ten.

A little girl describes many different kinds of chatting, including chats with the cat, with friends, in the park, and at the supermarket.

Sam and Barney build a snow lady that resembles their elderly neighbor, mean Mrs. Dean.

A small girl wants to fly and succeeds after several attempts.

The Christmas season at Mae's house is enlivened by the arrival of a new baby and Mae's appearance in a Christmas play.

Dad's decision to solve the Patterson family's overcrowding problem by building an extension on their house brings both excitement and an unexpected problem.

Olly and his big sister have a good time together, whether dancing, walking in the park with their parents, or playing with friends.

Carlos is jealous of his friend Billy's new bicycle and desperately wants a new one of his own for his upcoming birthday.