Dorothy Handelman

Pat has a pen pal who shares her name and many of the same interests, but when the two Pats meet they are both in for a big surprise.

A young girl is not certain how much of what her new friend says is true and how much is made up--until she spends the night at her house.

Ted is embarrassed by his unusual grandmother but when she takes him to a ballgame and helps him catch a home run ball, he decides she's pretty cool after all.

Dan describes the things he does with his grandfather who is also named Dan.

Trouble arises between a brother and sister because she always wins the games they play, but then she discovers that she does not have to brag or win all the time.

When Kate's little brother loses his hat, Kate, Lisa, Max, and Nick all try to think of a plan to help him find it.

Two boys, one who thinks he is too tall and the other who feels too short, become friends and teach their classmates not to judge them because of their size.

Three girls eat lunch together and become friends.

Three children who love to make music in inappropriate places are organized by their teacher into a band to perform at their school's open house.

Twin brothers play ball with their dog Slim.