Carolyn Haywood

A tale of how Valentine's Day came into existence and of how the heart became its symbol.

Eddie's dismay at the family's move is relieved by his pleasure in a new friend, a valuable property they share, and a happy school situation.

Betsy and her fourth-grade friends discover football.

Betsy, Billy, and their friends enjoy and learn from the many activities in the second grade.

The adventures of Eddie as he gets a job in a pet shop and acquires a hat that soon becomes one of his most prized possessions.

The summer Eddie and his friend start a dog portrait business, he holds the subject and she paints the portrait, often with disastrous results.

A collection of nine stories revolving around the birthday celebrations of a variety of the author's characters, old and new.

During summer vacation Melissa, her brother Taffy, and their friend Jon have one adventure after another, beginning with a Fourth of July flag-raising party.