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Fountas & Pinnell Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) Blue System Grade 2
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Houndsley and Catina
by James HoweHoundsley and Catina run into trouble when they decide to prove that they are the best at cooking and writing, respectively
Titch
by Pat HutchinsTitch is little. Everything he has is little -- his little pinwheel, his little tricycle. He even plays a little whistle. Peep.
Pete and Mary are big. Everything they have is bigger than Titch's, and better. Their big bikes go faster. Their big kites fly higher. And their huge instruments are much louder. BANG!
But then Titch gets a little seed. And what comes from it is a hundred times bigger then anything Pete and Mary could ever have!
The Mess
by Childrens Staff and Patricia JensenEasy-to-read rhyming tale of a boy who reflects on the pleasures his friends are enjoying while he is stuck at home because he made a mess.
Wait, Skates!
by Mildred Johnson and Rick StromoskiA child putting on in-line roller skates for the first time must make them wait until they are ready to go straight.
Dreams
by Ezra KeatsOne night while everyone is sleeping, a little boy watches his paper mouse save a cat from an angry dog.
Three Stories You Can Read to Your Cat
by Sara Miller and True KelleyA cat hears three stories about a dull rainy day, a yummy bug, and a good day of destruction in the house.
Horrible Harry and the Ant Invasion
by Suzy Kline and Frank RemkiewiczIt's a busy time in Room 2B - an ant observation project is beginning, Miss Mackle is teaching square dancing, and class pictures are being taken. Then one of the fish from the 2B fish tank goes belly-up! Is Harry to blame?
Horrible Harry and the Drop of Doom
by Suzy Kline and Frank RemkiewiczIt's the last day of second grade, and Song Lee's having a party at the amusement park to celebrate. Harry can't wait to go on all the rides, except for one--THE DROP OF DOOM. Will Harry face his fear, or will he have to put up with Sidney's teasing all through third grade?
Purple is Part of a Rainbow
by Carolyn Kowalczyk and Gene SharpRookie Readers RM 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. Every new title contains a Word List and a color-coded reading-level key on the back cover.
Come Out and Play Little Mouse
by Robert KrausWhen little mouse accepts the cat's invitation to play, he doesn't know what kind of game the cat really has in mind.
Whose Mouse are You?
by Robert KrausA lonely little mouse has to be resourceful in order to bring his family back together.
Zelda and Ivy
by Laura KvasnoskyA brand-new companion to the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award winner! The fabulous fox sisters return in three wry adventures for beginning readers.
It’s springtime, and little sister Ivy wants to prove she can keep a secret, but there are some secrets that are too good to keep. Big sister Zelda longs to play the perfect April Fool’s Day prank, but can she outsmart the clever Ivy? And will opera star hopeful Zelda be upstaged by a butterfly in the final act? Fresh and funny, full of sugar and sass, this trio of tales about everyday life with siblings and friends is sure to strike a chord with young readers everywhere.
Zelda and Ivy
by Laura KvasnoskyThe fabulous fox sisters return in three fresh, funny stories perfect for beginning readers. Whether Zelda and Ivy are combating the injustice of cucumber sandwiches for lunch, deciding what to leave the children of the future in their time capsule, or solving Zelda's writer's block, they are sure to tickle the funny bones of both new and returning fans.
Oh, A-Hunting We Will Go
by Nancy Parker and John LangstaffOld and new verses for a popular folk song about hunting and capturing an animal--and then letting him go.
I Had a Hippopotamus
by Hector LeeAn imaginative boy opens a box of animal crackers and gives his family members a hippopotamus, anaconda, rhinoceros, and other exotic animals.
Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa
by Erica Silverman and Betsy LewinHold on to your hats! Two new pals have arrived on the scene: Cowgirl Kate and her stubborn, but devoted cowhorse, Cocoa. Together they count the herd, ride the range, and, of course, argue till the cows come home--as only best friends can do.
A Color of His Own
by Leo LionniA little chameleon is distressed that he doesn't have his own color like other animals.
I Love Our Earth
by Bill Martin and Michael Sampson and Dan LipowCelebrate our home in this joyous, poetic tribute to the Earth's colors, climates, and seasons. Panoramic photographs capture the majesty of nature from swirling deserts to curling ocean waves. Close-ups reveal quieter treasures like springy moss and sunlit leaves. Tying all these wonders together are the faces of children from around the globe, reflecting our shared connection to the planet.
Penguins
by Joann MackenPhotographs and simple text introduce the physical characteristics and behaviour of penguins, one of many animals kept in zoos
Boss of the World
by Fran ManushkinWhen Katie Woo and her friends go to the beach, Katie is so rude and bossy that her friends do not want to play with her.
Katie's Lucky Birthday
by Fran ManushkinKatie is happy to be the person of the day when she celebrates her birthday at school. But when she realizes that her friend Pedro's birthday is in August, she wants to find a way to share her birthday with him. Come celebrate with the lucky birthday girl, Katie Woo!
Mouse and Mole
by Marjorie WeinmanWong Herbert YeeIt is a blustery spring day, and Mouse and Mole are very excited. They are going to go bird watching! They are planning to make bird books! Mouse and Mole pack paper and crayons and hurry outside. It turns out, birds are not so easy to watch. Together, they come up with a plan to get closer to the birds... a plan that includes glue and feathers.
Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King
by J. Pinkney and Jean MarzolloThis book is a beautifully-rendered study of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life, told in simple, straightforward language for even the youngest of readers to understand. Pinkney's scratchboard and oil pastel illustrations convey both the strength and gentleness of King's character. Both text and art carry his central message of peace and brotherhood among all people.
Dogs Don't Wear Sneakers
by Laura Numeroff and Joe MathieuAnimals would look pretty silly doing a lot of the things that people do all the time. The unlikely combinations in Laura Numeroff's cheerful rhymes and Joe Mathieu's bright, zany pictures will make you laugh out loud. What sort of crazy creatures can you dream up?
Just For You
by Mercer MayerMercer Mayer’s Little Critter is trying his best to be a help to his mother in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether he’s trying to make breakfast, mow the lawn, or carry the groceries, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A perfect gift for Mother’s Day . . . or any day!