The well-known author and illustrator relates the story of his life and work.

Describes in rhyme a variety of fantastical creatures such as the blue-snouted Twumps, the pie-faced Pazeeks, and the fancy Fandangos. "Peet introduces a hilarious array of characters reminiscent of those who inhabit Dr. Seuss's books." -- Booklist

The author describes the spring and summer his family adopts a large South American rodent for a pet.

A haughty lion accidentally loses his mane. His friends find a remedy, but it creates a new crisis.

Forced to leave their old home, 16 animals decide to take a train ride to search for a new one.

For use in schools and libraries only. Colorful illustrations accompany a humorous tale of a little steam engine who finds a new life for himself teaching youngsters their letters

Tired of being last on the smoky, noisy train, Katy wishes for some way to escape the endless track.

A disgruntled pig sets his sights on being more than something to eat.

Bruce, a bear bully, never picks on anyone his own size until he is diminished in more ways than one by a small but very independent witch. "Another animal fantasy that children will enjoy again and again".--Booklist.

A proud but decrepit lion learns a lesson about friendship from the vultures he despises.