Best Selling Books by Patricia Lakin

Sam, Pam, Will and Jill are crocodile friends with a camping plan but not much know-how. They get lost on their way to the campsite, get attacked by a swarm of bees, get all mixed up while trying to assemble their tent, and then get so frightened by nighttime shadows that their campout is in danger of fizzing out. But all ends well, as it always does for this happygo- lucky crew. This is a breezy summer story that?s ?ideally pitched for prereaders or brand-new ones? (as Booklist said of its predecessor, Rainy Day!).

Earl, the custodian at Parkside Elementary School, helps keep the school running smoothly and finds everything from lost hats to lunch boxes.

Officer Tony Rollins visits his Little Brother Manuel Lopez at Parkside Elementary School and talks to the students about keeping safe from strangers.

The librarian at the Parkside Public Library uses all sorts of resources to help various people find the information they need.

Tim, a reluctant reader, becomes excited about a reading assignment when his teacher lets Tim illustrate his own book.

While playing soccer with his classmates, Jeff demonstrates poor sportsmanship but gets some pointers on good behavior from his physical education teacher.

After visiting the local post office, Mr. Summers''s third-grade class gains a greater respect for mail carriers and the work they perform.

The third grade of Parkside Elementary School finds out that it is hard work as well as fun to produce their own school newspaper.

When the town has money problems, Edward, the mayor''s nephew, helps find a way for people to work together to meet the needs of Parkside Elementary School and the Senior Citizen''s Center.

Describes what happens to a child during a visit to the doctor''s office for a routine examination.

Discusses how children and families in different countries around the world live.

Traces the life of the young woman who entered professional tennis at the age of thirteen and won a gold medal in the 1992 Olympics.

Four crocodile friends have many adventures on the way to the beach.

A collection of funny songs and games to play when riding in your car.

Examines the role grandparents play in various countries, including Iraq, Canada, the United States, China, Swaziland, Ecuador, and Italy, discussing their position as the elders in their cultures.

A determined little car comes across a very confusing sign in this playful early reader.

Four crocodile friends enjoy a snowy day of sledding.

It''s school science fair time, and Max and Mo love seeing what the big ones--the kids in the class--are making. The two hamsters decide to do their own experiment and learn how to grow plants from seeds! Follow along with Max and Mo with simple instruc

Becka Alden helps her mother in the family''s hardware store and tries to think of ways to increase business.

Discusses what it feels like to have a parent who does not speak English

A true incident in the life of young Helen Keller in which she gets stuck in a storm and her teacher, Annie Sullivan, rescues her.

A brief biography of the woman who overcame her shyness to become a teacher, a nurse during the Civil War and founder of the American Red Cross.

Describes popular indoor and outdoor games from around the world.

Puzzle book featuring Inspector Puzzle, with deer-stalker and magnifying glass.

Puzzle book featuring Inspector Puzzle, with deer-stalker and magnifying glass.

Puzzle book featuring Inspector Puzzle, with deer-stalker and magnifying glass.

Puzzle book featuring Inspector Puzzle, with deer-stalker and magnifying glass.

To foster caring behaviors in parents and children, Johnson & Johnson sent author Patricia Lakin to New York City elementary school children to find out their views on caring. Lakin worked with illustrators to turn the children''s stories into book form that they could read to their parents, and the parents could see how their actions impact how children see the world.

A portrait of the supportive wife of President John Adams details the life of this extraordinary woman who used her love for learning, for her family, and for her country to shape the early history of the United States.

When Max and Mo, two class hamsters, return to school and are placed in the Art Room, they use supplies found there to spell out their names for the students. Includes directions for making a nametag using household items.

When it starts snowing one school day, Max and Mo, the art room hamsters, watch the "Big Ones" outside making snowmen, and they decide to make one too. Includes instructions for making a paper snowflake and snowman.

It''s the 100th day of school, and Max and Mo can''t wait to celebrate. The hamsters have so much fun making festive crowns and practicing their counting skills by making necklaces with 100 beads! Follow along with Max and Mo using simple instructions