Pinky and Rex Series

Best friends Pinky and Rex have been looking forward to this weekend for a long time. It's the weekend they're going camping alone with their dads. Everything is ready: the station wagon is stuffed with sleeping bags, cartons of food, cooking equipment, and a brand-new tent. Now all they need is nice weather. However, when rain starts to fall right after they leave, their plans for camping and hiking in the woods are washed out. Will Rex's father find two days of activities in his copy of 101 Things to Do with Your Kids, or will they be able to find exciting stuff to do just by looking at the map? In this seventh book about an inseparable pair of best friends, acclaimed narrator Christina Moore again teams with author James Howe to bring to life a story of true friendship-and a weekend adventure that is full of childlike innocence and fun.

A trip to the museum with Pinky's dad and his sister, Amanda, puts Pinky and Rex's friendship to the test. Will their friendship survive when both youngsters set their sights on the same stuffed animal at the museum gift shop?

Pinky has gotten on the bad side of Kevin, the third grade bully. Kevin thinks Pinky is a sissy because he wears pink, rides a pink bike and plays with Rex-a girl. He even knocks Pinky off his bike. If that's not embarrassing enough, Mrs. Morgan-an old woman-has to rescue Pinky! Pinky is so upset, he decides to change his name to Billy and lets his sister Amanda take all his stuffed animals because they're all pink. Will Mrs. Morgan and Rex find a way for Pinky to be himself, or has he changed forever? James Howe's popular series is loved by children across the nation. When children listen to one of these magical books, they can't wait to hear the rest. Christina Moore's dazzling narration will make children of all ages cheer when Pinky and Kevin meet for the final time.

Pinky and Rex love to play "monkey in the middle" with Pinky's little sister. But every time they do, their ball goes into Mrs. Morgan's yard. And every time it does, she flies out the door and screams at them. She even tries to hit Rex with a broom! Now the kids want to get even with the Mean Old Witch of Elm Street. But when Pinky creeps up onto Mrs. Morgan's front porch, he sees her sitting alone in a dark house and decides that revenge is not such a good idea after all. James Howe's popular series is loved by children across the nation. When children listen to one of these magical books, they can't wait to hear the rest. Christina Moore's dazzling narration will make children of all ages jump when Mrs. Morgan charges out of the house.

Rex, who knows she is a terrible speller, is worried that she will embarrass herself in today's spelling bee. Pinky, on the other hand, is a great speller. He might even be the second grade champion again. On the way to school Pinky tries to help Rex become more confident. Although Rex is eliminated early in the competition, it is Pinky's confidence that is tested. Will Anthony-the new boy in school, and a spelling ace-dethrone Pinky? Or will the three cartons of milk and two glasses of juice Pinky had for lunch fluster him far more than a misspelled word? With his Pinky and Rex series, author James Howe has won over parents and young readers alike with tales of youthful friendship. When children listen to one of these magical books, they can't wait to hear the rest. Christina Moore's energetic narration will have listeners playing the tape over and over again.

Pinky and his best friend Rex are going away to camp for the first time. Rex is excited about it, but Pinky definitely is not. There is just too much for him to worry about. He's certain that his pesky little sister Amanda will raid his room while he's gone and mess up all his stuffed animals. He also knows that camp counselors turn into monsters at night and eat children. And even worse, if the counselors at Camp Wackatootchee don't get you, then the alligators in the lake will. Can a letter to "Dear Arnie" help him enjoy the camp, or will Pinky have to tell his best friend that he's too scared to go? In this fifth book in the acclaimed series written by James Howe, friendship, understanding, and most of all, talking to his parents help Pinky confront his fears. This book-earnestly and heartwarmingly narrated by Christina Moore-will find a favored place in many children's and adults' bookcases.

Pinky and Rex are excited. It's pumpkin-picking weekend with Pinky's Grandma and Grandpa. Pinky's sister and cousin are coming along, too. At Meadowbrook Farm, they'll pick the perfect pumpkin. Then they'll take it to Grandma and Grandpa's and carve it for Halloween. But when Pinky's cousin arrives, she doesn't say hello to Rex. Instead she does her best to keep Rex out of the fun. Rex feels hurt. When a terrible thing happens, she feels even worse. How can she and Pinky be best friends again? When he was growing up, author James Howe had a best friend who was a lot like Rex, and he based Pinky on his own childhood. His Pinky and Rex series is a favorite of young readers who are beginning to enjoy chapter books on their own. Narrator Christina Moore has been highly praised for her performance of these wonderful stories.

When Rex's parents tell her they are adopting a new baby, Rex is afraid she will turn into the Invisible Girl in her own house. Determined to be a good big sister, Rex starts spending all her time with the baby. Now Pinky is afraid that he has lost her friendship. Can Pinky and Rex's friendship survive a cute, warm, and cuddly new baby? Or will Pinky become the Invisible Friend, and have to find someone else to play with? In this sixth book about an inseparable pair of best friends, acclaimed narrator Christina Moore again teams with author James Howe to bring to life a story of true friendship. Other exciting titles in this series include Pinky and Rex, Pinky and Rex Go to Camp, Pinky and Rex Get Married, Pinky and Rex and the Mean Old Witch, and Pinky and Rex and the Spelling Bee.

When Pinky discovers that Rex is away for the day, his disappointment quickly turns to loneliness. None of the usual things seem any fun without Rex. Realizing how much he misses her, Pinky comes up with a solution to ensure that they will never be apart again. It is a wedding to remember. Rex, the bride, looks beautiful in a long white sheet. Pinky, the groom, is dapper wearing his best pink tie. And they are to be married by Pretzel, Pinky's stuffed pig. They've even written their own vows-in the form of a knock-knock joke. Wait a minute! Does this mean they'll have to kiss? In this second book about an inseparable pair of best friends, acclaimed author James Howe and narrator Christina Moore once again bring to life a story of true friendship-and a wedding that is full of childlike innocence and fun.

Pinky wants to try out for the school play. Rex, on the other hand, is terrified of appearing on stage. But when Pinky talks Rex into going with him to the auditions, guess who ends up getting the lead part that Pinky wanted for himself? Rex is so good, the teacher changes the name of the play so that she can play the lead role. And Pinky has been cast as one of the monkeys! It's no wonder that Pinky is sad and angry. Will Pinky and Rex still be best friends when the show is over? Of the many popular books for young readers that James Howe has written, the Pinky and Rex books are some of the most endearing. Beginning readers love the friendship and fun found in each of Pinky and Rex's adventures. Narrator Christina Moore captures the gentle warmth of the stories, and makes their appealing characters even more real.

Pinky's parents have called a family meeting. They want to decide what kind of pet they will have. Pinky wants a dog; his little sister Amanda wants a cat. The parents also vote for a cat. So the very next day the family gets a kitten. Although Amanda gives the kitten hugs and says it is hers, the kitten has other plans. It's not long before Pinky and the playful kitten share a secret--one that could hurt Amanda's feelings. What should he do? James Howe's Pinky and Rex books are praised by parents and teachers alike for their ability to charm young readers. These chapter books teach gentle lessons about family relationships and friendship, and narrator Christina Moore brings just the right tone to each story.

There's a For Sale sign in front of Mrs. Morgan's house, and Pinky and Rex don't know what to do. After they found out Mrs. Morgan was nice, Pinky and Rex became her special young friends. And now it looks like Olly-Pinky and Rex call him Obnoxious Olly-and his family will be moving in. What's worse is Pinky and Rex will have to play with him whether they want to or not! Will Olly turn out to be nicer than he seems, or will there be a moving day surprise that makes everyone happy? James Howe's popular series is loved by children and parents across the nation. Christina Moore's spellbinding narration will make listeners of all ages clamor to hear the rest of the wholesome series.