Bourgeois, Paulette

Franklin, a turtle, says he can swallow seventy-six flies in the blink of an eye. Then he is asked to prove it. Franklin learns it is better to tell the truth.

Although disappointed that his grandparents will not be able to come to Thanksgiving dinner, Franklin realizes he has plenty to be thankful for.

Franklin the turtle--who is naturally toothless--feels left out when his friends start losing their teeth and getting visits from the Tooth Fairy.

Franklin is in a very bad mood and realizes that he is upset because his friend Otter has moved away.

Franklin the turtle wants a pet and when his parents finally agree, they are surprised at the pet that Franklin chooses.

Emily comes up with a wonderful way to cheer her grandmother when the elderly woman is forced to leave her house on Maple Street after many, many years and move to Forest View Retirement Home.

On the first day of school, Franklin is a little nervous, but his teacher, Mr. Owl, knows just what to do.

Franklin's favorite blanket is missing. He searches everywhere because he can't sleep without it.

Franklin loves to play soccer and with practice he and his teammates learn how to have fun even if they do not win.