Cynthia Rylant

While trying out the spy glasses, spy hat, and other items in their new spy kit, seven-year-old Henry and his dog Mudge make a new friend and form a spy club.

Henry and his big dog Mudge celebrate Henry's birthday with a piñata, a lively birthday party, and a cake shaped like a fish tank, making May first the best day ever.

Poppleton the pig enjoys the summer by trying to tan, renting a jeep and taking a drive with his friend Hudson, and drinking summer rain.

Poppleton the pig makes a new friend after an icicle accident, creates a bust of Cherry Sue, and gets a wintry birthday surprise from his pals.

For Henry and his big dog Mudge, spring means admiring the first snow glory, playing in puddles in the rain, and watching the five new kittens next door.

While staying with their aunt for a year, three nine-year-old cousins keep busy baking and selling cookies, putting on a poetry and singing performance, and trying to encourage a romance between their aunt and one of their former customers.

Poppleton the pig celebrates spring by doing some spring "cleaning," attempting to buy a bicycle, and spending some time in a tent.

To relieve the boredom of a long, hot summer, Mr. Putter and his cat Tabby join their fun-loving neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, and her mischievous dog Zeke on an adventurous sightseeing boat cruise.

Hornbeam the moose saves his blueberry bush from blowing away with the help of his best friend Eureka, goes grocery shopping with Cuddy, and enjoys game night with Erika, Cuddy, and Adorabelle.