Fearful seven-year-old Alvin Ho goes on a trip to China with his family.

In simple, rhyming text, explores what happens when you encounter a fear.

"With charming illustrations, subtle whimsy, and a gentle approach to serious themes, Pig and Horse and the Something Scary acknowledges the fears and worries that children can feel in their bodies and minds. It encourages heartfelt conversations about emotional challenges, while also exploring the power of a supportive, caring friend." --

After the Ant Hill School is destroyed, a little boy ant is afraid to go back to school. His mom caringly explains to him that sometimes things happen in life over which we have no control, but we have to find a way to keep living and growing. The Ant Hill Disaster thoughtfully addresses fears associated with both natural and man-caused disasters.

"Twelve-year-old Gillian had never been so scared as the bus wound its way toward Canyon Falls summer camp. She had been dreaming about a horseback riding experience like this for years, but now that she was actually on her way, she was terrified ... Would she make friends? Would she be able to keep up with the other girls' riding? When Gillian finds herself paired with Beauty, a beautiful silver-gray mare, the negative voice in her head eases up....