The Adventures of Melon and Turnip Author:Trisha Adelena Howell, Paul Lopez (Illustrator) The Adventures of Melon and Turnip follows two friends who venture forth from their garden, encounter danger, and make exciting discoveries about life. They meet an apple tree, a squirrel, a pine tree, a snake, and a grassy field who sing their wisdom through signature songs, enabling Melon and Turnip to discover the value of joy, hard ... more »work, honesty, and treating others with love.« less