Cynthia Rylant

After the death of the beloved aunt who has raised her, twelve-year-old Summer and her uncle Ob leave their West Virginia trailer in search of the strength to go on living. Twelve-year-old Summer, her classmate Cletus, and her grieving Uncle Ob set off across West Virginia in search of a "Small Medium at Large" in fond hopes of reaching Aunt May beyond the grave. Their journey is heartening, funny, and altogether unforgettable.

The relatives come to visit from Virginia and everyone has a wonderful time.

The Van Gogh Cafe, located in Flowers, Kansas, has magic in its walls, causing strange and mysterious events to occur there.

Henry and his big dog Mudge try to keep busy inside the house during a thunderstorm.

Poppleton the pig makes a friend, reads a library book about adventure, and helps a sick friend get better.

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

Mr. Putter finds it a challenge to paint his front porch in the presence of his cat Tabby and his neighbor's dog Zeke.

Living with his grandfather on an island off British Columbia, orphaned ten-year-old Daniel feels deep loneliness until the night he meets a mermaid whose identity he tries to learn.

When Mr. Putter catches a cold, his friend Mrs. Teaberry sends over some special treats to help him feel better.

Text and illustrations describe the sights and sounds of nighttime in the country.