Stevenson, James

Grandpa tells Mary Ann and Louie about a garden he had years ago that his brother Wainey "helped" him plant.

A collection of short poems with titles such as "In the Morning at the National Zoo," "Cell Phone," and "Backpack Mystery.".

Readers are requested not to laugh or do anything to influence the behavior of various animal characters in this book.

When Maryann and Louie complain about the cold and snow, Grandpa tells them about the really cold winter of 1908.

When Mary Ann and Louie return unhappily from their first day at school, Grandpa tells them about his own dreadful first day at school.

Grandpa tells his two young houseguests a story about his own childhood when he was scared at bedtime.

The worst person particularly dislikes Christmas until his neighbors' kindness triggers a happy accident that forces him to participate in the holiday festivities.

Each animal who lives in a little village celebrates Valentine's Day in a different way.

James Stevenson remembers what it was like growing up in a village, sometimes taking the train to New York City, and waiting to get older.

James Stevenson remembers his family life during his ninth year, particularly a summer car trip through several states in the West.