Penny and Rio Books

In this award-winning book, the dynamic canine detective duo of Penny and Rio are out to solve their first case. Penny and Rio are two dogs who are complete opposites. Penny is curious and always on the go, while Rio prefers a good nap. At their new house, Penny discovers that their backyard is a meeting place for an unlikely group of animals. She doesn't know why a cat, a groundhog, a squirrel, and an owl could possibly be meeting but she has to find out. Through an ingenious plan, Penny discovers their evil plot. Can she stop them in time? Will Rio help her or is she more concerned with getting a suntan. Follow along as these two pet detectives solve their first of many cases and learn that things are not always as they appear. 2009 Mom's Choice Award Winner 2009 The Dove Foundation's Family Approved Seal for All Ages 2008 Royal Palm Literary Award

The crime-fighting dog duo of Penny and Rio are on the case again! Squeaky the mouse desperately needs their help to recover his precious belongings from a locked doghouse next door. But will Hobbes, the Great Dane, who lives in the yard object? Through an inventive plan, the resourceful pair strive to solve this mystery. Can they recover Squeaky’s belongings before the doghouse is destroyed? Follow along as the dynamic detectives, Penny and Rio, discover that they can do anything, as long as they work together. 2009 Mom's Choice Award Winner

A new adventure! The dynamic canine detectives Penny and Rio, escape from the backyard for the first time in search of a valuable diamond collar lost by Hannah, the beautiful show dog. During their search for the misplaced treasure, they encounter Ted, the lovable and energetic collie, Sarge, the belligerent and forceful German Shepard, and an obstacle of epic proportions. but just when it feels like Penny has reached the end of the adventure, the prize is ripped from her grasp. Solving this new problem will take all the ingenuity and determination these dog detectives can muster.