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No, David!
by David ShannonThe Caldecott Honor-winning classic by bestselling picture-book creator David Shannon!When David Shannon was five years old, he wrote and illustrated his first book. On every page were these words: NO, DAVID! . . . and a picture of David doing things he was not supposed to do. Now David is all grown up. But some things never change. . . .Over fifteen years after its initial publication, NO, DAVID! remains a perennial household favorite, delighting children, parents, and teachers alike. David is a beloved character, whose unabashed good humor, mischievous smile, and laughter-inducing antics underline the love parents have for their children--even when they misbehave.
Perky Otter: Vowel Combination Er (Let's Read Together ®)
by Barbara deRubertisLet&’s Read Together books merge rhyme and vowel sounds in delightfully zany stories kids will want to read again and again. Each of the 15 books in this classic series by award-winning author/educator Barbara deRubertis will give your child a jumpstart on reading success."Story lines are silly and inventive, and recall Dr. Seuss&’s Cat in the Hat for the building of rhythm and rhyming words." —School Library JournalPerky Otter and busy Bert the Beaver learn that they have a few things in common after all. (This easy-to-read story features the "er" vowel combination.)
Pig Fun (HOP Book Companion 7--Hooked on Phonics)
by Leslie Mcguire Mitchell RoseWhile HOP Companion Books can be used independently, this series of books has been designed as a supplement to Level 1 of the Hooked on Phonics® Learn to Read program. Find out what a pig likes to do.
Rooney 'Roo: Vowel Combination Oo (Let's Read Together ®)
by Barbara deRubertisLet&’s Read Together books merge rhyme and vowel sounds in delightfully zany stories kids will want to read again and again. Each of the 15 books in this classic series by award-winning author/educator Barbara deRubertis will give your child a jumpstart on reading success."Story lines are silly and inventive, and recall Dr. Seuss&’s Cat in the Hat for the building of rhythm and rhyming words." —School Library JournalRooney 'Roo discovers that sharing books is a fine way to make new friends. (This easy-to-read story features the "oo" vowel combination.)
Second Sight (Mindwarp)
by Chris ArcherIn the fourth book of this middle grade sci-fi series, an alien encounter gives a teen with psychic powers a dangerous premonition. Elena Vargas has lived in Metier, Wisconsin, her whole life. But that doesn&’t mean she actually believes all the rumors about UFO sightings in her small town. That is until one night when she sees a glowing ship in the sky and a man who could be the father that walked out when she was just a child. Now Elena is having visions of the future. Small things at first, like weather predictions or pop quizzes. Soon everyone at Metier Junior High thinks Elena is the coolest, but Elena isn&’t feeling so hot when the aliens return, and this time they want something from her . . .
Sing
by Joe Raposo"Sing! Sing a song. Sing out loud, sing out strong." So begins a song first made popular on Sesame Street, then interpreted by singers of every style, from Gloria Estefan to the Dixie Chicks to R.E.M., as well as famous personalities such as Conan O'Brien, Katie Couric, Nathan Lane, and Liam Neeson. Now, bestselling children's book illustrator Tom Lichtenheld has put a visual story to this timeless and universal song that celebrates perseverance, self-expression, and the power of music to help each of us find our voice.
Snowflake Bentley
by Jacqueline Briggs MartinIn this Caldecott Medal–winning picture book, the true story of Wilson Bentley and his singular fascination with snowflakes is rendered in rich prose and gorgeous artwork, perfect for the holidays, snow days, and everyday.Wilson Bentley was always fascinated by snow. In childhood and adulthood, he saw each tiny crystal of a snowflake as a little miracle and wanted to understand them.His parents supported his curiosity and saved until they could give him his own camera and microscope. At the time, his enthusiasm was misunderstood. But with patience and determination, Wilson catalogued hundreds of snowflake photographs, gave slideshows of his findings and, when he was 66, published a book of his photos. His work became the basis for all we know about beautiful, unique snowflakes today. This biographical tribute to a very special farmer is the perfect holiday gift or snow day read.
Too Many Dogs (Step into Reading)
by Lori HaskinsWaggy dog, shaggy dog, doggies in a bunch. Floppy dog, sloppy dog, doggies eating lunch. Kids will love this bouncy, colorful book, bursting with every kind of dog imaginable!
Toot & Puddle: You Are My Sunshine
by Holly HobbieIt's a glorious day in Woodcock Pocket. The sun is shining, the birds are singing . . . and Toot is moping.
Wally Walrus: Vowel Combinations Ai, Au, Aw (Let's Read Together ®)
by Barbara deRubertisLet&’s Read Together books merge rhyme and vowel sounds in delightfully zany stories kids will want to read again and again. Each of the 15 books in this classic series by award-winning author/educator Barbara deRubertis will give your child a jumpstart on reading success."Story lines are silly and inventive, and recall Dr. Seuss&’s Cat in the Hat for the building of rhythm and rhyming words." —School Library JournalWally Walrus is scared of bully Squawky Hawk…until Wally wins him over in a spectacular way! (This easy-to-read story features the "ai," "au, and "aw" vowel combinations.)
Who's There? Fiddling Cricket
by Marta BerowskaWhen a Cricket is trying to make music with a broken instrument, he asks help from friends in the forest.
The Tale of Rabbit and Coyote
by Tony JohnstonPoor Coyote! What&’s he doing, hanging upside down in the farmer&’s house, next to a pot of boiling water? How&’d he wind up underneath the jicara tree, getting bonked by rock-hard fruit? Who tricked him into whacking a wasps&’ nest with a stick? And why is he always howling at the moon?Because of Rabbit, that&’s why! Longtime collaborators Tony Johnston and Tomie dePaola look to the folklore of Oaxaca, Mexico, for this nutty, naughty tale of trickery and hijinks. Written with sly humor and illustrated in the vibrant golds, blues, and reds of the Southwest, this is a story with a flavor as distinctive as chile peppers.
Around The World: Who's Been Here?
by Lindsay B. GeorgeWhat would you see and hear if you traveled to every corner of the world in search of wildlife in all its forms? Here is the answer -- and your passport to adventure. Follow Miss Lewis as she circumnavigates the globe aboard the ship Explorer and reports her experiences in photographs, sketches, and letters sent back to her students at home. What bird or animals has been in each habitat and left its unique trace? From Antarctica to Kenya, China to Alaska, there are natural wonders to observe and logical clues to piece together. Keep your eyes and mind open. . . you won't want to miss a moment.
Bark, George
by Jules Feiffer"Bark, George," says George's mother, and George goes: "Meow," which definitely isn't right, because George is a dog. What's going on with George? Find out in this hilarious picture book from Jules Feiffer. Images and image descriptions available.
Barney's In, Out and All Around
by Mary Ann Dudko Margie LarsenIt's a car. It's a boat. It's a rocket ship. No--it's a cardboard box! But with a little imagination, Barney turns an ordinary box into extraordinary fun. The fun photography book introduces more early learning concepts to little ones.
Bats (New & Updated Edition)
by Gail GibbonsPresenting fascinating information on all kinds of bats, from how they use echoes to hear, to the legends that surround them and how to protect the speciesThough people often think of bats as scary, bats are really shy, gentle animals. There are nearly 1000 different species of bats, and they live on every continent except Antarctica. Some are tiny, but the giant flying fox bat has a five-foot wingspan! Popular science author Gail Gibbons also discusses the efforts to protect the world's only truly flying mammals. A final page offers additional facts.
Bears Are Curious
by Joyce MiltonBears are curious, and so are kids! In this sweet Step into Reading, kids can follow a mother bear and her two cubs from winter hibernation to summer sun through an entire year. Kids will learn simple bear facts in this engaging, kid-friendly story that will appeal to even the youngest of animal lovers.
The Berenstain Bears and the Big Question (I Can Read!)
by Stan Berenstain Jan BerenstainWhen Sister Bear asks her mother about God, Mama tries to explain. They go to services at the chapel in the woods and other bears thank God for different things.
The Berenstain Bears Catch the Bus (Step into Reading)
by Stan Berenstain Jan BerenstainIt's 7:45 a.m. and Gus the bus driver is on his way. But the Cubs aren's even up yet! Will they miss the bus? Told in humorous easy-to-read text, this simple story offers up a blow-by-blow description of just another morning in the Bear household--which readers will find not all that different from their own!
The Berenstain Bears Chapter Book: Go Hollywood (Berenstain Bears Ser.)
by Stan Berenstain Jan BerenstainLights, Camera, Action! When Hollywood comes to Bear County, everyone is star struck! Can the bears keep their wits about them while in the spotlight? The Berenstain Bears Chapter Books are the perfect next step for increasingly independent young readers.
The Berenstain Bears Think of Those in Need (I Can Read!)
by Stan Berenstain Jan BerenstainStuff in the closets, stuff in the drawers, stuff in the attic--too much stuff everywhere! Mama Bear convinces the family that cleaning out the house can not only simplify their cluttered lives, but also benefit those who are in need!
The Best Mouse Cookie (If You Give...)
by Laura NumeroffJoin the mouse from If You Give a Mouse a Cookie as he bakes his own cookies in his little mouse house.This board book with sturdy pages is perfect for toddlers, who will enjoy the simple introduction to reading. Each page has one or two sentences. Starring the ever-popular Mouse, this is a sweet addition to the classic and beloved series.
Bluebonnet at the Texas State Capitol (Bluebonnet Series)
by Mary Brooke Casad&“Bluebonnet the armadillo takes children on another adventure—this time to the Texas State Capitol. There is a great deal of history, trivia, and fun while traveling with this little armadillo through the capitol building. Especially good regional title.&” —Parent Council After singing the Texas state song, Bluebonnet admires the Goddess of Liberty statue on top of the state capitol dome. Filled with pride, she wishes that she could climb to the top to see the statue up close. To her amazement, someone tells Bluebonnet that he has been to the top, more than three hundred feet above the ground! The voice that seems to come from nowhere belongs to Mac, a mockingbird, who happens to be the state bird of Texas. Mac offers to give Bluebonnet a tour of the Texas state capitol building. While inside, they discover that a group of schoolchildren are meeting with the governor in order to decide on the state mammal. Some of the children want the state mammal to be the armadillo, while others want it to be the Longhorn. Which one will it be? Once again outside, the pair meet Bevo, a Longhorn interested in the outcome of the childrens&’ decision. Bevo is a friend of Mac&’s, and Bluebonnet makes another new friend. That, after all, is more important than what the state mammal of Texas will be. Isn&’t it?
Bob Books - Advancing Beginners | Phonics, Ages 4 and up, Kindergarten: Advancing Beginners (Bob Books)
by Bobby Lynn MaslenCreated by a teacher, Bob Books have been helping children learn to read for more than forty years! This phonics-based learn-to-read set is perfect for young readers who are still building their skills.Bob Books Advancing Beginners builds on the skills learned in the Bob Books Stage 1 sets. These twelve stories are slightly longer while still using three-letter words and consistent short vowel sounds. This develops the confidence of young readers and helps ensure that they master basic phonics before moving on to more complex skills. Kids love the fun, drama, and surprise in these stories and pictures!In this collection you'll find:12 easy-to-read, hilarious stories: 16 pages each, 17-41 unique words per storyA parent guide with tips for helping your child learn to readEach story includes:Decodable text: Three-letter words with short vowels that can be sounded out (big, sun, cap)Simple sentences (Pop had a top hat.)Limited sight words (a, the, was)Slighter longer stories than in the Stage 1 sets, which helps build reading enduranceA word list at the back of each bookFriendly, simple illustrations that add fun and do not distract from the wordsGuided Reading Levels: C, D, E | Lexile Measure: BR - 380L | Bob Books Level: Stage 2Ages: 4-6 | Grade Levels: Kindergarten, First GradeBob Books' phonics-based method aligns with the body of research known as the Science of Reading, which proves that systematic phonics instruction is crucial to children's reading success. With simple phonics, playful stories, and silly illustrations, Bob Books keep young readers' confidence high, leading to continued success and a love of reading. Your child will soon join the millions of happy kids who say, "I read the whole book!"
Bob Books - Complex Words | Phonics, Ages 4 and up, Kindergarten, First Grade: Complex Words (Bob Books)
by Bobby Lynn MaslenCreated by a teacher, Bob Books have been helping children learn to read for more than forty years! This phonics-based set gives young readers the practice they need to advance to more complex words and sentences.Developing readers will love these fun stories! While Bob Books Complex Words still uses short vowels and repetition to keep the text decodable, the longer books in this phonics-based learn-to-read set introduce more complex words, new long vowel teams, and word endings such as -ed and -ly. The playful stories engage kids and provide a new challenge to advance their skills.In this collection you'll find:8 small, hilarious, easy-to-read books: 16-24 pages each, 12-78 unique words per bookA parent guide with tips for helping your child learn to readEach book includes:Repetition of words and sounds, which helps children decode the textSimple sentences with more complex words ("Jim slipped into the pond.")A list of new consonant blends and vowel combinations introduced in that bookFriendly, simple illustrations that add fun and do not distract from the wordsGuided Reading Levels: E, F, G | Lexile Measure: 60L - 490L | Bob Books Level: Stage 3Ages: 4-6 | Grade Levels: Kindergarten, First GradeBob Books' phonics-based method aligns with the body of research known as the Science of Reading, which proves that systematic phonics instruction is crucial to children's reading success. With simple phonics, playful stories, and silly illustrations, Bob Books keep young readers' confidence high, leading to continued success and a love of reading. Your child will soon join the millions of happy kids who say, "I read the whole book!®