Eric wants to find out about the old man who has moved in next door, so he and the other Cul-de-sac Kids decide to pay him a Christmas visit.

Chicken pox interferes with Abby's birthday surprise for her adopted Korean brother.

Dunkum follows a trail of secret coded messages to find his missing autographed basketball.

Jason takes advantage of his parents' absence to sneak forbidden chocolates behind his babysitting grandmother's back, but a Bible verse and a talk with God help him understand the importance of good behavior.

The Cul-de-Sac Kids is a lighthearted chapter-book series for young readers written by the talented Beverly Lewis. Each book centers on the often-humorous escapades of these endearing neighborhood friends as they learn together the value of friendship and faith. An enjoyable read for both parents and kids! Volume One includes The Double Dabble Surprise, The Chicken Pox Panic, The Crazy Christmas Angel Mystery, No Grown-Ups Allowed, Frog Power, and...

Abby Hunter's parents are out of town, and Grandma Hunter has come to take care of Abby, Carly, Shawn, and Jimmy. All goes well until Granny Mae shows up, too. She's quite sure that Grandma Hunter needs some help. And the fun begins! Grandma Hunter is strict and careful. Granny Mae is relaxed and "cool." Will Abby's very opposite grannies be able to get along? The whole cul-de-sac learns a lesson they'll never forget!

During School Spirit Week, the new girl in school challenges the Cul-de-sac Kids to guess her secret.

Jason is sure his science project will win first prize, until he finds out what the other Cul-de-sac Kids are planning.

After an ice cream party to celebrate the last day of school, Dunkum's cousin Ellen's seeing-eye-dog disappears, and the Cul-de-sac Kids get help from an unexpected source in solving the mystery.

Dunkum tries to hide his fear from the other Cul-de-sac Kids when they spend the night at their teacher's house.