Fran Manushkin

Katie's Grandma has tripped on a cracked sidewalk and hurt her ankle, but she's soon rescued by two real life heroes: the paramedics! Katie learns that fixing up ankles is just part of a paramedic's job. They can actually save lives with their speedy and careful work. Super Paramedic to the rescue!

After a trip to the zoo Katie wonders how animals clean their teeth. She asks her dental hygienist at her dental appointment.The hygienist, Ms. Malek, can't answer all of Katie's curious questions. But she still makes Katie's trip to the dentist comfortable and fun. Katie loves her community and that love is shown in Katie Woo's Neighborhood, an early chapter book series by author Fran Manushkin.

Katies class is learning about houses, and her classmate Peters father, Mr. Patel, invites the class to see a new house he is building. The students learn the steps to building a house, and best of all, discover who the new homeowner is.

When Katie's aunt Patty is elected mayor, Katie thinks her aunt will be able to make fabulous new rules, like free ice cream on Sundays! After Aunt Patty explains how the office works, Katie wants to share her ideas with the city council. How can Katie and her friends make the neighborhood better for kids like them?

Getting mail always gives Katie a thrill, and today she's going to give someone else that fun feeling. She's sending her grandfather a package for his birthday. Along the way, she runs into friends with mail they've received and mail to send. Those postal workers are so busy!

Katie and her friend Haley are bragging about being good bakers. Their moms don't quite agree. Haley's uncle owns the Happy Cakes bakery and is willing to teach the girls what it takes to be a great baker. Will Katie and Haley become the best bakers and impress their moms?Katie loves her community and that love is shown in Katie Woo's Neighborhood, an early chapter book series by author Fran Manushkin.