Janet Stevens crafts imaginative children's stories, bringing to life a cast of humorous animal characters. Her distinctive artistic style and innate ability to imbue her creations with personality make her work particularly engaging for young readers. Often collaborating with her sister, Susan Stevens Crummel, she also lends her talents to texts by other esteemed authors.
This bestselling story humorously explores the antics and rivalry between cats and dogs, bringing their playful dynamics to life. With engaging characters and comedic situations, it promises to entertain readers of all ages. The return of this beloved tale in a Dragonfly paperback format makes it an accessible addition to any collection.
When a tennis ball lands in a prairie dog town, the residents find that their newfound frenzy for fuzz creates a fiasco.
What's a dog to do with a problematic human? Mr. Mutt has the answers!
The story revolves around the beloved characters Dish and Spoon, who embark on nightly adventures as they escape their routine. Each evening, they venture out, only to return by morning—until one fateful night when their escapade takes an unexpected turn. This whimsical tale explores themes of adventure, friendship, and the thrill of breaking free from the ordinary.
The word Clovis on title page has no apparent meaning.
A determined rooster and his quirky friends—Turtle, Iguana, and Potbellied Pig—embark on a culinary adventure to create the ultimate strawberry shortcake. Despite their lack of cooking skills, they learn essential techniques with Rooster's guidance, navigating humorous mishaps along the way. The story combines an old family recipe with comedic moments, making it an entertaining picture book for children that emphasizes teamwork and creativity in the kitchen.
Featuring Bear and Hare from their Caldecott-Honor winning Tops & Bottoms, the Stevens sisters celebrate perseverance and teamwork in this laugh-out-loud story of triumph over trickery.
Three clever billy goats outwit a big, ugly troll that lives under the bridge they must cross on their way up the mountain.
"I go where I want, I do what I want, and I take what I want!" says Coyote.In this retelling of a Native American tale from the Ute people, Coyote learns the consequences of taking what isn't his and ignoring everyone's advice. It's only with the help of a wise hummingbird that he escapes a bad end.Set in the canyonlands of the American south-west, Caledcott Honoree Janet Stevens' illustrations are kid friendly and action-packed. A great read-aloud to gently show kids that it's not a bad idea to listen to good advice and that it's wrong to take what isn't yours.
Prince Patrick wants to marry a real princess but they're not easy to find. Still anything is possible with the help of a cousin, a witch and a pea.
