Most Popular Books by Catherine Hapka

The Pony Scouts are having a sleepover at Jill’s house! They get to tend to the ponies day and night. But when one of the girls forgets to latch a stall, it’s the Scouts to the rescue! The Pony Scouts series is full of all the rich details young horse lovers devour, from pony-centric plots to a "Pony Pointers" vocabulary page at the end of each book. Go camping with the Pony Scouts! Author Catherine Hapka is a lifelong horse lover. She rides several times per week and keeps three horses on her small farm in Pennsylvania. If you''re looking for horse books for girls 4-8, don''t miss the Pony Scouts books. Pony Scouts: Runaway Ponies! is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.

A heartwarming Clydesdale chapter book for the holiday season! For all lovers of horses, history, and the holidays, here’s a very special Horse Diaries book. Wisconsin, 1915. Jingle Bells is a strong Clydesdale gelding. He enjoys his work on the farm, pulling the hay wagon in the summer and a sleigh in the winter, and he loves his human friend, Kari. But when Kari’s older brother comes home for Christmas with a new Model T Ford, will the family still need Jingle Bells?

King Kong has grabbed Ann! Can her friends survive dinosaurs, water monsters, and giant bugs long enough to rescue her?

When Wilbur gets too big for the Arable house, he moves to a new farm and wonders if he will make any friends.

In At First Sight, when Lauren meets the perfect guy at the planetarium, she feels like the stars have finally aligned in her favor. The only problem is she met him in the dark and they never got a good look at each other… or got each other’s names. Now, Lauren must take matters into her own hands and find the mystery guy before she loses him forever.

In this original story inspired by the new Netflix animated series "Carmen Sandiego, " a special clue-decoding wheel built into the front cover allows readers to hunt for long-lost pirate''s treasure alongside the world''s greatest thief.

For all lovers of horses and history, the beloved Horse Diaries series is heading to the circus! A beautiful Friesian horse and the younger sister of a circus star develop a heartwarming friendship in this sweet and lively story told straight from the horse’s mouth. The Netherlands, 1855 Luna is a black Friesian mare with one small white crescent- moon marking on her forehead. She lives a quiet life on a farm . . . until the circus comes to town! Luna bonds with a girl named May, who dreams of starring in the show, just like her older sister. And together, Luna and May just might be able to shine. Here is Luna’s story . . . in her own words.

After being chosen as the Dragon Warrior, Po the lazy panda fumbles and stumbles as he begins his training with Shifu, a great kung fu master.

When Cera accidently loses Tria''s shiny stone she and her friends set out to find a replacement.

Going to dolphin school under the sea is a magical experience for Pearl and her friends! It''s time for dolphin school''s annual Show Off Day! It''s a chance for students to perform what they''ve learned for the whole dolphin community. Pearl and her friends Echo, Splash, and Flip are excited to come up with the best group routine ever! But they all have different interests, and they can''t agree on what to show off. Can the dolphin friends come up with a compromise, or will they end up looking silly in front of everyone?

When Haley falls off Wings during an event and loses to her rival Riley, she vows to practice continually to make sure it doesn''t happen again.

When she finds some papers in her mother''s dresser, Maddie suspects that her mother is being transferred again and is torn between helping her best friend and spending all her remaining time with her favorite pony.

Sofia was a little girl who lived a rather ordinary life. But everything changed when her mother married the king. Now she must learn everything there is to know about being a princess before the royal ball . . . which is tomorrow night! Follow along with the word-for-word narration as Sofia becomes Princess Sofia the First!

The Feast of Great Giving has arrived. Chomper feels left out because he is the only Sharptooth there, but his friends show him that he will always be one of them!

Welcome to the Pet Rescue Club! Zach''s mom has a new patient—a giant dog named Maxi who has been helping her owner train for a marathon. Maxi''s knees can''t handle all that running and now she needs an expensive operation! Time for the kids in the Pet Rescue Club to help! Together they find a way to help Maxi. When Janey starts a blog where people can share cute pet photos and stories, she never imagined she’d receive a heartbreaking photo of a skinny, abandoned dog. She calls on her friends Lolli, Zach, and Adam to help – and that’s just the start! When these animal-loving fourth graders discover how many animals need help in their suburban hometown, they can’t just sit by and do nothing… Read a book and help save a life: 5-7% of the purchase price of every ASPCA® (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) Pet Rescue Club book goes directly to the ASPCA® so they can continue their mission of helping the helpless, with a minimum donation of $50,000 through December 2019.

The Pony Scouts'' last visit to Jill''s farm was one they''ll never forget—that was the night Surprise, the baby foal, was born! Annie can''t wait to see her again. But when Annie accidentally loses her balance during her riding lesson, she has to decide: can she pick herself up and try again, or will her dream of one day riding Surprise have to be forgotten? Rich with vivid illustrations and easy-to-read text, Pony Scouts: Back in the Saddle is sure to have young readers cheering as Annie faces her fear!

Get your A-list fix with the series Vanity Fair calls "blue-ribbon worthy."

Star meets Eddie Urbane''s new girlfriend, a psychic who claims to know something about the whereabouts of Star''s family. Could this be the clue Star has been waiting for, or is this supposed mind reader just another wannabe?

This oversized Disney collection features ten stories that can easily be read in three minutes--perfect for busy families to share together.

For all lovers of horses and history, it''s the next book in the popular Horse Diaries series. Born in the Arabian Desert in the ninth century, Yatimah is a black Arabian filly whose name means "orphan." She enjoys her life at the oasis, with sheep to tease, other foals to race, and the daughter of her Bedouin owner to take care of her. But when the colt who is her foster brother is stolen in a raid, Yatimah realizes her true birthright. Like Black Beauty, this moving novel is told in first person from the horse''s own point of view and includes an appendix full of photos and facts about Arabian horses and Bedouin culture.

Read along with Disney! While visiting the Kingdom of Wei-Ling, James and Prince Jin set off to search for the legendary treasure of the Jade Jaguar but soon find themselves trapped in the jaguar''s den! It''s up to Sofia, Amber, and Princess Jun to rescue their families! Follow along with word-for-word narration to see if Mulan can help the princesses save the day in time!

A secret cove, a special dolphin, and two girls with dolphin dreams . . . Avery comes to the cove to imagine swimming with dolphins -- and to avoid thinking about her parents'' divorce. Maria comes to draw pictures of the special creatures. Pictures she''ll never show to anyone.When a sweet dolphin brings two girls from very different worlds together, it looks like they might make their dreams come true . . . together. Maria helps Avery battle her fear of the ocean. And Avery encourages Maria to share her art with the world. But family expectations could tear their new friendship apart. Then the girls discover their special dolphin is in trouble. Can they overcome their differences to help the dolphin -- and each other -- before it''s too late?

Cozy up to a double dose of winter-themed romantic comedy with two books in one bind-up. Lexi has come up with a master plan to make Cameron break up with her: get him to fall for another girl so she’ll be free (and guilt-free, too). But when the plan goes well—too well—Lexi starts to wonder if she hasn’t made a terrible mistake. Has she let the perfect guy get away? And is it too late to get him back? Meanwhile, Hayden and Nick’s steamy relationship has ended in a frosty breakup, and now they’re just friends. But when they decide to go head-to-head in a boarding contest, the friendly competition gets heated….Will sparks start to fly on and off the slopes?

For the campers and the horse lovers in your home or school! It''s the first day of summer vacation and time to go camping with the ponies! Meg discovers there''s a lot she doesn''t know about camping—but learning is part of the fun in the end. The Pony Scouts series is full of all the rich details young horse lovers devour, from pony-centric plots to a "Pony Pointers" vocabulary page at the end of each book. Go camping with the Pony Scouts! Author Catherine Hapka is a lifelong horse lover. She rides several times per week and keeps three horses on her small farm in Pennsylvania. If you''re looking for horse books for girls 4-8, don''t miss the Pony Scouts books. Pony Scouts: The Camping Trip is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.

An original novel based on the award-winning (2 Emmys) Netflix show! The riders of Bright Fields Stables are playing a game of Truth or Dare - or rather, Truth or Mare, since the horses are involved, too! All of the riders'' fun dares end up on Becky''s vlog, which she hopes will make it big. Meanwhile, there''s a ghost dog that might be running around Pin''s castle - anda treasure to be found. Lots is happening ... but above all, Zoe is beginning to question, is the island where she''s supposed to be?

Princess Bear and Ballet Bear are the best of friends. But when Princess Bear makes a new friend, Ballet Bear feels left out. Happily, it doesn''t take long before Ballet Bear realizes the more, the bearier!

Signs of Life is the third installment in a series of novels intertwined with TV''s hit Lost program. Each novel expands the plot of the show by focusing on survivors who are not main characters.

Going to dolphin school under the sea is a magical experience for Pearl and her friends! When Splash doesn''t show up to dolphin school on time, Pearl, Echo, and Flip are worried. It''s the season of the annual shark migration, and he could be in danger! Later, they learn he''s hiding a big secret. He''s made a new friend -- who''s a shark!Everyone is shocked. But the shark is young, and lost from his family. Will Pearl and her friends defy the rules and help a scary creature home?

Read along with Disney! A snowstorm prevents King Roland from returning home in time for the holidays. Sofia bravely leads her family on an expedition to find him, and she shows Amber that spending the holiday with loved ones is better than any present. This beautifully illustrated story is perfect for holidays and includes word for word narration as well as a special appearance by Princess Aurora!

Beast struggles to fit in with the human race, even though he can''t hide the fact that he is a furry blue mutant. When he learns that the human president is trying to rid the world of all mutants with a new cure, Beast knows he must reunite the X-Men. Join Beast as he fights side by side with Wolverine, Storm, Iceman, Rogue, and Colossus!

While out walking a dog one day, Adam notices a shaggy, tiny pony standing alone in a field. Each day he sees the same lonely pony. Has she been abandoned? Looks like another case for the Pet Rescue Club! Will Adam, along with his friends Janey, Lolli, and Zach find a way to help? Welcome to the Pet Rescue Club! Collectible bookmarks with every book feature the real-life stories! The series begins when Janey starts a blog where people can share cute pet photos and stories. She never imagined she’d receive a heartbreaking photo of a skinny, abandoned dog. She callson her friends Lolli, Zach, and Adam to help – and that’s just the start! When these animal-loving fourth graders discover how many animals need help in their suburban hometown, they can’t just sit by and do nothing… Read a book and help save a life: 5-7% of the purchase price of every ASPCA® (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) Pet Rescue Club book goes directly to the ASPCA® so they can continue their mission of helping the helpless, with a minimum donation of $50,000 through December 2019.

A young Viking is presented with the task of capturing and training a dragon in order to pass his clan''s initiation test.

Welcome to Dolphin Island, where the tropical sun shines, the dolphins play, and friendship is always just down the beach! Abby''s family has just moved to the Florida Keys to run an island resort. She''s excited to feel the surf, sand, and ocean breeze every day! And when Bella, a visitor to the island, discovers a hidden cove that''s home to a pod of dolphins, Abby knows she''s right where she should be. But Bella makes Abby swear to keep the dolphins a secret. Can Abby keep her promise or will their friendship be over for good?

Sofia meets Princess Ariel in this adorable mermaid tale! During her family vacation on a floating palace, Sofia befriends a mermaid, and through their friendship, helps save the mermaid''s kingdom and brings their two worlds together. Based on the Disney Junior movie event featuring Princess Ariel airing in mid-November 2013!

Read along with Disney! When Sofia''s stepbrother, James, asks her to be his partner in the carriage race at the annual Tri-Kingdom Picnic, Sofia hopes she''ll be up to the task. Even though she tries her best, their carriage comes in last. But in the end, Sofia winds up teaching James a little something about the value of being a good sport.

Walk with the dinosaurs in this I Can Read book based on the motion picture. In this story, Patchi and Juniper get separated from their herd during the great migration. Will they make it to the Winter Ground, where their families are waiting? Walking with Dinosaurs: The Winter Ground is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Walking with Dinosaurs, a six-part documentary on the BBC, is now the most watched cable documentary ever, as well as a long-running live stage show. The long-awaited 3D motion picture comes out this December, and is sure to thrill fans.