Messy Bessey and the Birthday Overnight — Patricia C. McKissack / Pat McKissack

A fun and engaging way for young children to figure out concepts and solving problems on his or her own.

Rookie Readers (Ages 5-7) have provided entertaining, high-quality introductions to reading for more than a generation. Each title features full-color, often hilarious illustrations and engaging stories that always involve a young child figuring out concepts or solving problems on his or her own.

Messy Bessey shows herself to be a true friend and a good guest when she helps to clean up after a messy birthday sleepover.