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Fortune Cookie Fortunes
by Grace LinCrack, crack, crack! The cookies snap open and the family’s fortunes are revealed. Mei Mei wants to know how hers will come true. Jie Jie scoffs—they never come true. But Pacy isn’t so sure. As she waits and watches, she notices magical things happening in her family. Could the fortunes really be right? And what about Pacy’s fortune: “You will see the world in a new way”? Well, yes, it’s true! Pacy has been seeing the world through fortune cookies!This exhuberantly illustrated story about every kid’s favorite part of a Chinese meal also includes a brief history of the fortune cookie.What will your fortune be? Crack! Open up a cookie and find out.
Founding Mothers: Remembering the Ladies
by Cokie Roberts#1 New York Times bestselling author and celebrated journalist Cokie Roberts brings young readers a stunning nonfiction picture book that highlights the female patriots of the American Revolution. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.Beautifully illustrated by Caldecott Honor–winning artist Diane Goode, Founding Mothers: Remembering the Ladies reveals the incredible accomplishments of the women who orchestrated the American Revolution behind the scenes.Roberts traces the stories of heroic, patriotic women such as Abigail Adams, Martha Washington, Phillis Wheatley, Mercy Otis Warren, Sarah Livingston Jay, and others. Details are gleaned from their letters, private journals, lists, and ledgers. The bravery of these women’s courageous acts contributed to the founding of America and spurred the founding fathers to make this a country that “remembered the ladies.”This compelling book, based on the author's acclaimed work for adults, Founding Mothers, includes a rich time line, biographies, an author’s note, and additional web resources in the back matter. Parents and educators looking for a more in-depth book beyond the Rosie Revere and Rad Women series will welcome Founding Mothers.
Francisco Vasquez de Coronado
by Kristin PetrieThis text traces the life of Francisco Vasquez de Coronado, who led a major expedition from Mexico through what is now the southwestern United States.
Franklin and the Contest
by Paulette BourgeoisIn this Level 2 first reader, beginning readers will identify with Franklin as he tries his best to win!
Franklin and the Scooter
by Sharon Jennings Paulette BourgeoisFranklin wants a shiny, red scooter just like his friend Rabbit's, but Franklin doesn't have enough money to buy one. To raise funds, Franklin sets up a lemonade stand and a yard sale - but still falls short. Then he discovers that Rabbit wants a bicycle. Since Franklin already owns a bicycle, the two friends arrive at the perfect solution: sharing. This Level 2 first reader contains longer stories, varied sentences, increased vocabulary, more difficult visual clues and some repetition.
Franklin the Detective
by Sharon Jennings Paulette BourgeoisAfter recovering his mother's lost purse, Franklin decides to put his newfound detective skills to work for his friends. Can he solve the mysterious case of the missing baseball? This Level 2 first reader contains longer stories, varied sentences, increased vocabulary, more difficult visual clues and some repetition. Picture descriptions added.
Friends for a Princess (Step into Reading)
by RH Disney Melissa LagonegroThis simple Step 1 tells the story of Snow White and her wonderful friendship with the Seven Dwarfs. Young readers will love getting to know each dwarf and finding out the character traits that make him special in this sweet rhyming story based upon the classic Disney film.
The Frog Princess
by E. D. BakerA Texas Lone Star Reading List Book " A Book Sense 76 Children's Pick
From Seed to Pumpkin
by Wendy PfefferIn the fall, pumpkins are everywhere: in the garden, in the supermarkets, and on doorsteps. But do you know how they grow from a tiny yellow seed to a big orange pumpkin? Read and find out! <p><p>[This text is listed as an example that meets Common Core Standards in English language arts for K-1 at http://www.corestandards.org.]</p>
Funny Insects (Rigby Sails #Red (Levels 3-5))
by RigbyLearn more about insects that look pretty funny!
George Washington: Farmer, Soldier, President (Biographies Series)
by Pamela Nettleton Jeff YeshGive readers a fresh look into the fascinating lives of six famous Americans. This Series is aligned with the Standard, "The History of the United States' Democratic Principles and Values, and the Peoples from Many Cultures Who Contributed to Its Cultural, Economic, and Political Heritage," as required by the National Council for History.
George Washington Carver (Houghton Mifflin Reading Leveled Readers)
by Mark TaylorGeorge Washington Carver was an African American scientist. What kinds of things did he invent? Read the story to find out.
Ginger Bear
by Mini GreyAny child who loves cookies will enjoy this inventive tale of Ginger Bear, a cookie in the shape of a bear, who sets out to avoid being eaten. As she did with Traction Man Is Here! and The Adventures of the Dish and the Spoon, Mini Grey has created a totally original book that is fun to read and fun to look at.From the Hardcover edition.
The Girls of Lighthouse Lane: Lizabeth's Story (Girls of Lighthouse Lane #3)
by Thomas Kinkade Erika TamarKatherine is the daughter of the lighthouse keeper. She dreams of becoming a painter. But in 1905, a girl can't grow up to be a famous artist -- can she?Rose just moved to the town of Cape Light. She wants to fit in with her new friends, but Rose has a secret she can't share with anyone ...Lizabeth is Kat's rich cousin who always gets what she wants. But Lizabeth soon finds out that money can't keep her from losing the most precious thing of all ...Amanda's mother passed away, and now Amanda keeps house for her minister father. When she meets a very special young man, can she find the courage to be friends with him in spite of her father's disapproval?The quiet New England town of Cape Light never seems to change. But starting in 1905, the lives of these four friends will be transformed in ways they never could have imagined ...
The Girls of Lighthouse Lane: Rose's Story (Girls of Lighthouse Lane #2)
by Thomas Kinkade Erika TamarKatherine is the daughter of the lighthouse keeper. She dreams of becoming a painter. But in 1905, a girl can't grow up to be a famous artist -- can she?Rose just moved to the town of Cape Light. She wants to fit in with her new friends, but Rose has a secret she can't share with anyone. . . . Lizabeth is Kat's rich cousin who always gets what she wants. But Lizabeth soon finds out that money can't keep her from losing the most precious thing of all. . . . Amanda's mother passed away, and now she keeps house for her minister father. When Amanda meets a very special young man, can she find the courage to be friends with him in spite of her father's disapproval?The quiet New England town of Cape Light never seems to change. But in the year 1905, the lives of these four friends will be transformed in ways they never could have imagined. . . .
The Girls of Lighthouse Lane: Katherine's Story (Girls of Lighthouse Lane #1)
by Thomas Kinkade Erika TamarMeet The Girls of Lighthouse Lane. . . Katherine is the daughter of the lighthouse keeper. She dreams of becoming a painter. But in 1905, a girl can't grow up to be a famous artist -- can she? Rose just moved to the town of Cape Light. She wants to fit in with her new friends, but Rose has a secret she can't share with anyone. . . . Lizabeth is Kat's rich cousin who always gets what she wants. But Lizabeth soon finds out that money can't keep her from losing the most precious thing of all. . . . Amanda's mother passed away, and now Amanda keeps house for her minister father. When she meets a very special young man, can she find the courage to be friends with him in spite of her father's disapproval? The quiet New England town of Cape Light never seems to change. But in the year 1905, the lives of these four friends will be transformed in ways they never could have imagined. . . .
Going Home
by Rukmini BanerjiA little girl hurries home from school. Follow her as she describes all the exciting encounters on her way home.
Grasshopper Pie and Other Poems (Penguin Young Readers, Level 3)
by D.J. SteinbergMeet upside-down Billy Ray Brown, the Tickle Monster, and a boy who makes grasshopper pie(with hilarious results!) in this wonderful celebration of what it means to be a kid.
The Green Frogs: A Korean Folktale Retold by Yumi Heo
by Yumi HeoLike most rebellious children, the green frogs in this Korean folktale love to disobey their mother. What-ever she asks them to do, they do the opposite . . . until their bad habit lands them in trouble.