Andrea Tsurumi

"Under the sea, a crab follows its heart and its calling, bringing everyone together in the wake of a disaster"--

Mr. Watson loves his three chickens, and every morning he and Mr. Nelson count them; but when they start to multiply, his house and tiny yard are soon overrun, and the noise and mess are driving Mr. Nelson crazy--so the couple set out to find a new home for the chickens.

After finding a map in a bottle, best friends Kondo and Kezumi build a boat and set out to explore the islands near their own.

When best friends Kondo and Kezumi return home from their island adventures they discover something unexpected occupying their tower.

"Bird builds the perfect nest, the only problem is everyone else wants to sleep in it!"--

"When Sharko calls for a boat, Hippo pulls out a goat. He wants a pole, but Hippo gives him a pail. And instead of bait, a beet and a boot! Hippo's coat pockets seem to have everything except what Sharko asks for!"--Jacket flap.