Best Selling Books by Sharon Jennings

Franklin finds a penny and uses it in a gumball machine.

In this funny and fetching twist on the traditional story, a dog dreams of owning his very own boy.

Priscilla is an alley rat who just wants to dance but her home is too small. She needs space! One day, while searching for a new home, she hears music and follows the sound of Tchaikovsky to Madame Genevieve''s dance studio where children are taking a dance class. Priscilla is enthralled and decides to return every day to watch the lessons and practice in the studio at night. But one night while practicing, she encounters the watch cat! At first, she is terrified but much to her surprise, Priscilla learns that the watch cat also likes to dance! They decide to practice together and perform for their friends. This read-along edition is narrated by Julie Lawson. Ages 4-8

Franklin learns to say he''s sorry when he makes a mistake.

My name is Lee Mets (honest), and this is my book. I''m part of the writing club, which is fantastic, since what I want to be most is a writer. My mother says that girls don''t grow up to be writers, they can only be nurses or teachers. But it''s the 1960s, not the 50s or 40s, and I think she may be wrong. Mrs. Gowdy, who is my writing teacher, says that I have a gift. I''m going to use it to tell you the story of my summer. It was a summer that was both wonderful and terribly sad. The sad part is still painful for me to write about, but I will because that''s what writers do. My summer began with the most exciting thing that ever happened on our street. A real-life orphan, by the name of Cassandra Jovanovich, moved in right across from my house. All the best stories are about orphans, and because of Cassandra, this story is no exception. Because of her, I got to write a play, and she starred in it. Because of her, I now know that being an orphan is not exciting, in fact it is the opposite. But you''ll have to read my story to find out why.

A child describes the circle of her day, allowing us a glimpse into the loving and accepting bond that exists between a mother and child. Starting with breakfast together and followed by grocery shopping and a visit to the park, this lovely picture book shows a trusting relationship between a mother and her daughter. Told simply and with humor, Into My Mother''s Arms will feel immediately familiar to children and adults alike. Sharon Jennings'' text and Ruth Ohi''s artwork offer a loving tribute to mothers and their daughters that is perfect for Mother''s Day. The book comes with a Mother''s Day card.

Franklin has to decide what he likes best about his neighborhood.

Key Selling Points In Tornado, a teenage boy must find his brother when a fierce tornado hits his hometown. The book is a fast-paced, high-stakes drama that includes themes of family, secrets and addiction. Incidents of extreme weather are happening all over the world due to the climate crisis. The author is the ghostwriter for the beloved Franklin the Turtle series and the president of CANSCAIP. New, enhanced features (dyslexia-friendly font, cream paper, larger trim size) to increase reading accessibility for dyslexic and other striving readers.

Franklin tries to adopt a duckling as a pet.

Franklin gets a stopwatch and starts timing everything.

Priscilla lives in an alley behind a restaurant. Her best friend, Rosy, lives across the gutter near an ice cream store. One Sunday evening, Priscilla promises Rosy to visit her first thing in the morning to work on a new puzzle. Then, Prisilla is invited for a boat ride with her friend, Rudolph. Priscilla has never been on a boat so she happily accepts the invitation. But what about her promise to visit with Rosy? She will tell Rosy she is sick! But that''s a fib. Suddenly, Priscilla feels ratty. What to do....? Priscilla and Rosy is a charming morality tale about loyalty to friends. This read-along edition is narrated by Julie Lawson. Ages 4-8

Franklin learns to share his homemade chocolate chip cookies.

"When Franklin goes to the hospital for an operation, he doesn''t want the X-rays to show how scared he is inside. Dr. Bear teaches Franklin that he can be brave even when he''s feeling afraid" Cf. Our choice, 2000.

In this Level 2 first reader, kids will enjoy reading about Franklin''s cure for the hiccups.

A young boy spots sweets and treats on the kitchen table. In a classic fairy-tale quest, he imagines himself a brave hero who must outwit ferocious dragons and formidable guardians in order to partake of such a treasure. Caught and sent to the dungeon (his bedroom), the boy is surprised when the afternoon ends so unexpectantly happily. This read-aloud edition is narrated by Julie Lawson.

"Oh no! Franklin told his friends he can disappear! Will he really do it" Cf. Our choice, 2003.

Franklin takes good care of the books he borrows . . . most of the time. Includes colorful illustrations and a note to caregivers.