Mary Atkinson

"Ten-year-old Tillie practices roller skating wherever she can--even in the old Franklin Piano Factory where she lives with her guardian Uncle Fred. She has to be in the Skate-a-thon with her friends. Surely Mama wouldn't miss it! But skating in the city is tough, three-way friendships are tricky, and the stupid rules in Mama's rehab program could mess up all her plans"--back cover.

Beginner readers learn about farmers through simple text. --

Presents interesting dinosaur facts and funny dinosaur jokes, along with name pronunciation guides and interactive sensory elements including a lift-the flap, pull tabs, and textured illustrations.

Presents detailed maps of the world, covering geographical features, important places, and information about countries and regions.