(3) K-3 I Can Read Book series. Illustrated by Simon Abbott. Text by B.B. Bourne. This time Henry's in the driver's seat as he rides his bike all by himself around the block. He's delighted to find that his own "boring" block has much to offer: a hot dog stand, a construction site, a park, and, of course, vehicles, including an ice cream truck. Machine lovers and any beginning reader will delight in another cheery outing.

Reviewer: Kari Allen

(3) K-3 I Can Read Book series. Illustrated by Simon Abbott. Text by B. B. Bourne. Henry and his parents are on their way to a party when they encounter a fallen tree that's backing up traffic. Henry sees all sorts of vehicles (trucks, ambulances, backhoes) working together to fix the problem. Vehicle and machine enthusiasts will be delighted by the action-packed illustrations; the story has just the right amount of suspense for beginning readers.

Reviewer: Kari Allen

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Simon Abbott. Text by B. B. Bourne. When Henry wakes up he sees that it's snowing, therefore the perfect day to go ice skating. On the way, Henry and his family spot snowplows, tow trucks, and other vehicles helping out in the wintry weather. There's even a Zamboni at the skating rink! A perfect winter story for any beginning reader, but friendly vehicle-crammed illustrations will especially delight machine-lovers.

Reviewer: Kari Allen