(4) 1-3 Stepping Stone series. Illustrated by Anne Reas. When Mole overhears that Buzzard is "having Rabbit and his family for dinner," he fears Rabbit will be Buzzard's main course. Shrew has doubts but agrees to help her friend investigate. Mole's frequent verbal mix-ups are mildly amusing, although young readers will likely find sayings such as "you're all wet" just as perplexing as Mole does. Textured black-and-white illustrations accompany each chapter.

Reviewer: Tanya D. Auger

(3) 1-3 Stepping Stone series. Illustrated by Anne Reas. In this genteel comedy about new friends, Mole moves into Shrew's neighborhood when relatives invade his old home. Shrew eventually welcomes him when she finds out that he is a good neighbor, despite his habit of misunderstanding some common sayings. This first chapter book will inspire quiet chuckles, and the detailed pencil drawings evoke tradition and good feelings.

Reviewer: Melinda Greenblatt