Richard Scarry

On their way to the beach for a picnic the Pig family encounters almost every kind of transportation vehicle imaginable--and imaginary.

A collection of five stories featuring familiar characters such as Lowly Worm and Uncle Willy.

It's Christmastime in Busytown! Join Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm, and all their Busytown friends as they prepare for the holiday season! A great way to introduce young children to the friendly characters in Richard Scarry's Busytown. Busytown is getting ready for Christmas! Kids ages three to seven can join the celebration with Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm, Postman Pig, Hilda, and more in this fun-filled holiday storybook!

The Busytown animals participate in different activities appropriate to each season of the year.

When Mr. Frumble makes his way to the North Pole to help Santa he accidentally tears off a calendar page, causing everyone to think it is Christmas Eve already, and he has to try to set things right.

Mr. Paint Pig and Frannie the bunny introduce the names of objects and colors around the home and neighborhood.

Follows Huckle Cat through a busy day at school, as he learns the alphabet, enjoys the playground, and participates in show and tell.

Drippy and Sticky the house painters have come to paint the Busytown fire station. But with Smokey and the other brave firefighters rushing in and out to rescue people, there are bound to be a few wet-paint mishaps!

"Detectives Sam Cat and Dudley Pig have been invited to a shipboard wedding. It sounds like fun, but when a jewel thief slips aboard in the crowd, trouble follows. Good thing Sam and Dudley are at the party to help catch the thief!"--Page 4 of cover.

Eleven traditional tales include "Little Red Riding Hood," "The Three Little Pigs," "The Musicians of Bremen," and "The Little Red Hen."