Even though the other animals exclude him from the Christmas play because of his quills, Little Porcupine still ends up in a starring role.

The popular kindergarten teacher with a tail is back, though not in the classroom until she gets well. With vigorous text and brisk rhymes, this clever book manages to teach the days of the week in a playful, appealing way. Full color.

Best friends Emily and Vicky dress the same and declare themselves twins in spite of their classmates' arguments that they look nothing alike.