Tomie DePaola

Introduces the ten most common types of clouds, the myths that have been inspired by their shapes, and what they can tell about coming weather changes.

The lives of three people are changed by an old man who insists that he is Santa Claus.

Relates the life and legends of Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.

Four friends, Miss Cat, Mistress Pig, Master Dog, and Mister Frog, enjoy the warm and sunny days of spring and summer together.

Having learned to be creative in drawing pictures at home, young Tommy is dismayed when he goes to school and finds the art lesson there much more regimented.

Strega Nona has ripe tomatoes in her garden.

"Andy and Sandy are entering the big talent show! Sandy can juggle. Sandy can tumble. Sandy can hula hoop. Andy cannot do any of these things. But when Sandy is the one who gets stage fright, Andy can save the day!"--

Strega Nona is babysitting twins.