Annabelle wants a special goodnight story that will spook her a little--and make her laugh. Well, Dad has the perfect story to tell about a skeleton picnic. Written in verse, this fun fiction reader supports students' journey to independent reading.

Dona Herweck Rice has written hundreds of books, stories, and poems for kids on just about everything, from acrobats to zucchini. She also loves reading, live theater, dancing, and singing at the top of her lungs. She lives in southern California with her husband, son, and one cute, silly, and loveable little dog.