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Home for a Puppy (A First-Start Easy Reader)

Sharon Gordon

In this easy-to-read story, a young boy finds homes for four puppies.

Troll Communications

Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read)

Always in search of adventure, Sam sneaks onto a school bus. Discovered by a couple of schoolkids, they smuggle the puppy into their classroom, where they hope to keep her hidden. Never one to miss out on all the fun, however, Sam is soon causing mayhem, chewing books and walking over students' wet paintings. This Level 1 first reader contains short stories, simple sentences, easy vocabulary, simple visual clues and lots of repetition.

Pug (I Like to Read®)

“Yap, yap, yap!â€� Pug sees Peg through the window. He wants to join her! Why won’t anyone take him on a wonderful snowy walk? Mom is just too comfortable in her recliner. Dad is tired from shoveling. That leaves lazy Tad, who is still sleeping. “Yap, yap, yap!â€� insists a determined and clever Pug. Theodor Geisel Award-winner Ethan Long uses his trademark wit and energy to make this simple story for the newest readers memorable and hilarious.Â

Henry and Mudge in the Sparkle Days (Henry & Mudge)

It's snowing! That means there are snow spies in the neighborhood, Christmas cookies in the oven, and hours of fun ahead for a boy and his dog. So get ready to enjoy winter with easy-to-read favorites Henry and Mudge as they share the warmth and excitement of the merriest of days, the sparkle days.

Simon Spotlight

Henry and Mudge: The First Book of Their Adventures

A series about an only child and his huge best friend, a mastiff named Mudge.

Henry and Mudge Ready-to-Read Value Pack: Henry and Mudge; Henry and Mudge and Annie's Good Move; Henry and Mudge in the Green Time; Henry and Mudge ... and Mudge and the Happy Cat (Henry & Mudge)

This value pack of six Ready-to-Read books starring Henry and Mudge includes Henry and Mudge, Henry and Mudge and Annie’s Good Move, Henry and Mudge in the Green Time, Henry and Mudge and the Forever Sea, Henry and Mudge Puddle Trouble, and Henry and Mudge and the Happy Cat.

Simon Spotlight

Originally published in January 2002, Clifford's Valentines is now a Scholastic Reader!Easy words, a funny Valentine's Day story, and everyone's favorite Big Red Dog!It's Valentine's Day, and Clifford receives valentines from so many friends! Then when it snows, Clifford has an idea for how to give everyone a very special valentine!

Valentine Surprise (Clifford the Big Red Dog) (Big Red Reader Series)

Charley does not like Valentine's Day. He thinks it is too mushy. Clifford and Emily Elizabeth want to show him that caring can be cool!

Giving Thanks (Clifford's Puppy Days)

Clifford learns he has a lot to be thankful for!

Franklin and the Tooth Fairy

Paulette Bourgeois

In this Franklin Classic Storybook, our hero discovers that, unlike most of his friends, he doesn't have teeth, and worries that he's missing out on the Tooth Fairy's magical visits.

Paulette Bourgeois

Franklin tells a fib and finds himself in an embarrassing predicament. Paulette Bourgeois and Brenda Clark link their talents to produce another winning Franklin Classic Storybook.

Franklin Plays the Game

Paulette Bourgeois

In this Franklin Classic Storybook, our hero can count forwards and backwards. He can zip zippers and button buttons. He can slide down a riverbank by himself. He can even sleep alone is his small, dark shell. And he's trying very hard to be the best player on his soccer team.

I'll Always Love You

Illus. in full color. "In this gentle, moving story, Elfie, a dachshund, and her special boy progress happily through life together. One morning Elfie does not wake up. The family grieves and buries her. The watercolor illustrations, tender and warm in color and mood, suit the simple text perfectly."--School Library Journal. From the Trade Paperback edition.

Knopf Books for Young Readers

Bad Kitty Does Not Like Dogs

Kitty wants to take a nap. Kitty always wants to take a nap.But Puppy wants to play!  Does Kitty want to play baseball? No, she wants to sleep.Does Kitty want to play football? No! She wants to sleep.Does Kitty want to play volley—NO! SHE WANTS TO SLEEP!  Sleeping is Kitty's favorite thing to do. Maybe there's a game in that . . . ?

Little Dog Lost: The True Story of a Brave Dog Named Baltic

Monica Carnesi

On a cold winter day, a curious dog wandered onto a frozen river, and before he knew it he was traveling fast on a sheet of ice. Many people tried to help, but the dog could not be reached. Finally, after two nights and seventy-five miles, the little dog was saved by a ship out in the Baltic Sea. The gallant rescue of the little dog nicknamed Baltic made international news. Mônica Carnesi's simple text and charming watercolor illustrations convey all the drama of Baltic's journey. His story, with its happy ending, will warm readers' hearts. An author's note and map are included.

Nancy Paulsen Books

Can I Be Your Dog?/Troy Cummings

Troy Cummings

A heart-tugging dog adoption story told through letters--deeply sincere and almost desperate pleas for a forever home--from the dog, himself! This picture book shares the tale of Arfy, a homeless mutt who lives in a box in an alley. Arfy writes to every person on Butternut Street about what a great pet he'd make. His letters to prospective owners share that he's house broken! He has his own squeaky bone! He can learn to live with cats! But, no one wants him. Won't anyone open their heart--and home--to a lonesome dog? Readers will be happily surprised to learn just who steps up to adopt Arfy. Troy Cummings's hilarious and touching story is a perfect gift for a child wanting a dog, and for pet adoption advocates. It also showcases many different styles of letter writing, making it appealing to parents and teachers looking to teach the lost art of written communication.

Random House Children's Books

The Hat: Oversized Board Book

When Lisa's woolen stocking flies off the clothesline, Hedgie finds it and pokes his nose in. He tries to pull it out, but the stocking gets stuck on his prickles -- and the fun begins.A mother hen comes by, then a noisy goose, a talkative barn cat, a playful farm dog, a mama pig and her piglets, and a pony. They all laugh at Hedgie, especially when he pretends he's wearing a new hat. But in the end, it is clever Hedgie who has the last laugh.And where is Lisa when all of this is going on? She's in the borders, getting ready for winter, until she realizes her stocking is missing and she enters the story to look for it.Jan Brett's luminous paintings of a Scandinavian farm and the forest around it are bathed in northern light, as the snow begins to fall and the story begins, in this delightfully original companion book to The Mitten.

G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers

Down on the Funny Farm

A farmer thinks he is getting a deal when he buys a farm for one dollar, but all the animals are mixed up. Step Into Reading.

Turtleback Books

A Mud Pie for Mother

Great Race, The (level 2) (Hello Reader, Level 2)

The animals on the farm want to have a race. Who will win?

UH-OH ! SAID THE CROW (Bank Street Ready-to-Read)

Joanne Oppenheim

Said the Cow wonder what is making strange noises on the barn's roof, but only Crow has the chutzpah to find out, in this storybook for nearly independent readers.

Bantam Books for Young Readers

The Wonky Donkey

Kids will love this cummulative and hysterical read-aloud that features a free downloadable song!"I was walking down the road and I saw . . .A donkey,Hee Haw!And he only had three legs!He was a wonky donkey."Children will be in fits of laughter with this perfect read-aloud tale of an endearing donkey. By the books final page, readers end up with a spunky, hanky-panky, cranky, stinky, dinky, lanky, honky-tonky, winky wonky, donkey!Download the free song at www.scholastic.com/wonkydonkey

Scholastic Paperbacks

You know what? What? Chicken butt! The classic schoolyard joke has been recast as an irreverent picture book, with call-and-response parts for parent and child. The word repetition in Erica S. Perl s text, and wonderfully comic illustrations by beloved artist Henry Cole, make this a particularly inviting book for new readers, as does the opportunity to trick a parent or other adult into participating in a very silly joke. The humor builds to a surprising and satisfying conclusion. Warning: Kids will want to read this one over and over and over again!

No Sleep for the Sheep!

Karen Beaumont

A sheep wants nothing but to go to sleep in the big red barn on the farm, but each time he closes his eyes, another animal moos or neighs or peeps to come in.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Click, Clack, Moo

Doreen Cronin, Betsy Lewin (Illustrator)

The Caldecott Honor Book and New York Times bestselling classic story is now available in a brand-new jacketed format with spiral binding and cardstock pages for an engaging read-aloud experience. Farmer Brown has a problem. His cows like to type. All day long he hears: Click, clack, moo. Click, clack, moo. Click, clack, moo. But Farmer Brown's problems really begin when his cows start leaving him notes. This beloved farm tale is now available in a Storytime Together edition, which is designed so the book can be folded in half and easily read aloud to an audience. The text will face the reader and the illustrations will face the audience. The spiral-bound book also comes with a cardstock jacket for convenient shelving and storage. This innovative format is sure to bring a hilariously fun storytime experience to classrooms, libraries, living rooms, and video calls with family and friends!

Have You Got My Purr?

When Kitten can't seem to purr, she sets out to question the other animals about it.

Backpack Books

Inside a Barn in the Country: A Rebus Read-Along Story

Alyssa Satin Capucilli

One after another, the animals in a barn wake each other up with the unique sounds they make.

Janet Morgan Stoeke

A cheerful introduction to the friendly chicken, Minerva Louise! Minerva Louise loves the farmhouse with the red curtains, and one day she decides to explore it from the inside. Children will laugh at her silly antics and love pointing out her mistakes. Stoeke's bright, streamlined art and offbeat text have put the daffy Minerva Louise on the map - and won her a place in children's hearts.

The Flea's Sneeze

On a dark, dark nightOn an old, old farmIn a rickety, cricketyTumbledown barn,Everyone slept peacefully-But not the flea . . .A delightfully silly barnyard tale-now in paperbackWhat happens when a flea gets a bad case of the sniffles? Utter pandemonium in the barnyard! This rollicking picture book follows a lovable flea and his exceptional sneeze through the mayhem. Before the night is over, every animal-from the mouse to the cow-has something to say. Will the animals ever fall back to sleep?Lynn Downey's quirky text and Karla Firehammer's charming pictures make this a winning story for preschool children.

Learning about fractions isn't always easy, but who says it can't be fun? Using one very entertaining cow, math teacher Taryn Souders has devised a very clever (and fun) way of explaining fractions to beginning learners. One whole cow, calmly eating hay, decided to act differently on this particular day. One whole cow - what should we do? I know! Let's paint one half blue! Prompted by a poem and a visual clue, students are asked to answer what fraction is illustrated in the cow's antics, starting with halves and progressing into thirds, fourths, eighths, and tenths. What fraction of the cow is blue? Answer: ½ What fraction of the cow is white? Answer: ½ With the math problem featured as part of the artwork, students get an immediate sense of how to apply and understand the concept of fractions. How moo-velous! Taryn J. Souders lives in Winter Park, Florida. With a background in math education, she is passionate about keeping math fun for young students. This is her first children's book. Tatjana Mai-Wyss was born in Switzerland. She remembers learning about fractions with the help of a typical Swiss cake. Tatjana has illustrated several children's books and her work has been published in books and magazines in the United States and abroad. She lives in South Carolina.

Sleeping Bear Press

In the short time that Otis has been in stores, readers-young and old-have taken to it in the same way that readers throughout the years have embraced many of our most celebrated picture books. Loren Long has created a story that is powerful in its simplicity and timelessness, one with a place on the shelf alongside the classics we all grew up reading. And now a whole new age group will fall in love with Otis, the friendly little tractor, thanks to this board book edition. Let the cries of putt puff puttedy chuff begin!

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse

Charlie Mackesy

From the revered British illustrator, a modern fable for all ages that explores life’s universal lessons, featuring 100 color and black-and-white drawings. “What do you want to be when you grow up?� asked the mole. “Kind,� said the boy. Charlie Mackesy offers inspiration and hope in uncertain times in this beautiful book based on his famous quartet of characters. The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse explores their unlikely friendship and the poignant, universal lessons they learn together. Radiant with Mackesy’s warmth and gentle wit, The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse blends hand-written narrative with dozens of drawings, including some of his best-loved illustrations (including “Help,� which has been shared over one million times) and new, never-before-seen material. A modern classic in the vein of The Tao of Pooh, The Alchemist, and The Giving Tree, this charmingly designed keepsake will be treasured for generations to come.

Rita Golden Gelman

A cumulative rhyme describes the choppy cheese, sloppy sausages, gloppy tomatoes, and floppy dough that are cooked into a pizza and enjoyed by dozens of mice. Full color.

The Magic School Bus Lost in the Snow (Scholastic Reader, Level 2)

Ms. Frizzle's students want to know what makes snow, so she proposes a field trip courtesy of the Magic School Bus.

Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook (Junie B. Jones)

Meet the World's Funniest Kindergartner—Junie B. Jones! With over 50 million books in print, Barbara Park's New York Times bestselling chapter book series, Junie B. Jones, is a classroom favorite and has been keeping kids laughing—and reading—for over 20 years! In the 9th Junie B. Jones book, a terrible thing happened to Junie B. Jones! And it's called—someone took her new black furry mittens! And they kept them! They didn't even put them in the Lost and Found at school. So when Junie B. finds a wonderful pen on the floor, she should be allowed to keep it, too. Right? That's fair. Right? Right? USA TODAY: "Junie B. is the darling of the young-reader set." Publisher's Weekly: "Park convinces beginning readers that Junie B.—and reading—are lots of fun." Kirkus Reviews: "Junie's swarms of young fans will continue to delight in her unique take on the world….A hilarious, first-rate read-aloud." Time Magazine: "Junie B. Jones is a feisty six-year-old with an endearing penchant for honesty." From the Trade Paperback edition.

Random House Books for Young Readers

How to Change a Flat Tire

From the world's largest automotive DIY YouTuber comes an educational and inspiring picture book that follows Little ChrisFix as he lends a helping hand to a friend in need. An ordinary ride home from school quickly turns into an adventure for ChrisFix. His friend Susie and her parents get a flat tire and are stuck on the side of the road! On a journey to help his friends fix their cars, ChrisFix jumps into action. Can the tire be changed in time for Susie's big soccer game that night? This colorful paperback picture book teaches young readers how to change a flat tire safely and encourages kindness and friendship.

Fly Guy Presents: Weather (Scholastic Reader, Level 2)

It's time for a field trip! Fly Guy and Buzz are going to a weather station to learn all about weather. With straightforward text, humorous asides, and kid-friendly full-bleed photographs throughout, young readers will love learning about tornadoes, hurricanes, blizzards, and much more! Award-winning author/illustrator Tedd Arnold really brings nonfiction to life for beginning readers! And this book has eye-catching holographic foil on the front cover!

Volcanoes (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

Franklyn M. Branley

‘This trim overview gives young readers an excellent grounding on volcanoes in an efficient few words. There [is] a succinct and easily readable explanation of how volcanoes are caused by magma pushing up between (or through) moving plates in the Earth's crust. Then comes a pair of snappy maps, with bright little bursts of color denoting the Pacific Ring of Fire and other volcano locations throughout the world.' 'K. 1985 Best of the Season (Science Books and Films)

Now I Know Clouds

Roy Wandelmaier

Brief text and illustrations explain the characteristics of different kinds of clouds.

Troll Communications

The Magic School Bus Weathers the Storm (Scholastic Readers)

CRASH! BOOM! FLASH! There are stormy skies ahead for Ms. Frizzle and her class. What happens when the Magic School Bus turns into a weather balloon? Take off with the Magic School Bus and learn all about what happens during a thunderstorm.

A Tree Is a Plant (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science)

Clyde Robert Bulla

A tree is the biggest plant that grows. Trees can live for a very long time, and they are alive all year long, even when they look dead in winter.In this newly illustrated book, you will learn how a tree grows and how it gets food and water. You can also find out what happens to water after it travels through a tree's roots, branches, and leaves, and how to figure out a tree's age.Clyde Robert Bulla's simple and concise text and Stacey Schuett's lush illustrations follow a tree's continuous life cycle through spring, summer, winter, and fall.

Sunflower House

A charming tale about inventive children who plant some summer fun.

HMH Books for Young Readers

Miss Maple's Seeds

This stunning New York Times Bestseller introduces the kind, nature-loving Miss Maple, who celebrates the miracle in each seed—perfect for fans of Miss Rumphius!What happens to seeds that don't sprout? Fortunately, they have Miss Maple to look after them. Every year, she rescues orphan seeds, taking them to her cozy maple tree house. All winter long, she nurtures them and teaches them the ways of seeds and the paths by which they might find their new homes. And come spring, she sends them off to take root out in the wide world and to sprout into the wonderful plants she knows they'll become. Celebrate every season with Miss Maple, from Earth Day to graduations to harvest festivals.  Downloadable Activity Sheets available at: wheelerstudio.com/2013/04/03/miss-maples-seeds-activity-sheets/"Completely enchanting . . . Filled with broad vistas, warm breezes, woodland creatures, and other whimsical imagery . . . With its positive message about the value of nurturing even the tiniest bit of the natural world, this book is simply wonderful."—School Library Journal

The Dandelion Seed

Joseph A Anthony

The humble dandelion. By roadside or mountainside, it flowers every month of the year throughout the world, a fitting symbol of life. Its journey is our journey, filled with challenge, wonder and beauty. Joseph Anthony and Cris Arbo are husband and wife who live with their four girls in Buckingham, VA. This is their first book together.

Perfection Learning

Max & Mo Let's Make a Snowman!

It is wintertime & Max & Mo want to go play in te snow. If only it was not so cold out there! Instead, Max & Mo decide to make a snowman in the warmth of the art room. Would you like to make a snowman too?

Sunshine Makes the Seasons (reillustrated) (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

Franklyn M. Branley

The sun shines down on us, giving warmth and light. But did you know that the sun also makes the seasons? As the earth makes one complete rotation around the sun every year, the seasons on the earth change -- from winter to spring to summer to fall and back to winter again. Find out how the light from the sun affects life on the earth for all living things in this look at the only star in our solar system.

Don Freeman's classic character, Corduroy, is even more popular today then he was when he first came on the scene more than thirty-five years ago. Now his original story is available in an unabridged, sturdy board book format, perfect for even the youngest readers.

A Pocket for Corduroy

For the first time ever, the classic A Pocket for Corduroy is available in a board book edition. Don Freeman's story of Corduroy the teddy bear and his friend Lisa has sold millions of copies and delighted children all over the world for nearly forty years. In this sequel to Corduroy, Lisa takes her toy bear to a Laundromat, where he goes on a soapy adventure! Now, for the first time ever, this children's classic is available in board book format, perfect for even the youngest readers.

Viking Books for Young Readers

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?

Bill;Carle Martin, Eric Carle

Eric Carle's familiar illustrations of brown bear, red bird, yellow duck and the other endearing animals from his classic creation parade across the pages of this great interactive board book. As each page is turned, a new animal and its colour are introduced, accompanied by Bill Martin's singsong, rhyming questionand- response text to read aloud or listen to. There are sliding doors throughout the book, which children will just love to open, so they can discover what the next animal in this engaging story will be.

Goldilocks and Just One Bear

Leigh Hodgkinson

Little Bear, all grown up, finds himself lost in a noisy, busy city where he happens to bump into someone with golden hair who remembers exactly how he likes his porridge.

Candlewick Press

One Big Pair of Underwear

Count and share with…underwear! Come along on a zany adventure with hilarious pictures from the New York Times bestselling illustrator of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site. What’s one thing that two bears, three yaks, four goats, and six cats have in common? They hate to share. But look out—here comes a pack of twenty pigs ready to prove that sharing makes everything twice as fun! This seriously silly picture book with artwork by the New York Times bestselling illustrator of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site irresistibly combines the concepts of counting and sharing.

Simon and Schuster

Never Talk to Strangers (Little Golden Books)

If you are hanging from a trapezeAnd up sneaks a camel with bony knees,Remember this rule, if you please—Never talk to strangers.This book brilliantly highlights situations that children will find themselves in—whether they’re at home and the doorbell rings, or playing in the park, or mailing a letter on their street—and tells them what to do if a stranger (always portrayed as a large animal, such as a rhino) approaches. Colorful, ’60s-style “psychedelic” artwork and witty, lively rhyme clearly spell out a message about safety that empowers kids, and that has never been more relevant.Irma Joyce wrote many Golden Books during the 1960s.George Buckett was a popular children’s book illustrator during the 1960s.

Bear's Loose Tooth (Classic Board Books)

In this Classic Board Book edition of Bear's Loose Tooth, Bear's friends help him deal with his first loose tooth!From a cave in the forestcame a “MUNCH, MUNCH, CRUNCH!”as Bear and his friendsall nibbled on their lunch. Bear and his friends are munching on their lunch when all of sudden… Bear feels something wiggling and wobbling in his mouth. Oh no! What can it be? It’s Bear’s first loose tooth! In this sweet story, Bear’s friends ease his concerns about his wiggly, wobbly tooth and help him understand that losing a baby tooth is perfectly natural. This funny and reassuring story—now available as a Classic Board Book—will delight little ones!

Bear Feels Scared (Classic Board Books)

The sun is setting and it's getting chilly. When Bear's friends discover that he is not at home in his lair, they march out into the cold to find their pal. Friends don't let friends stay lost! Wren, Owl, and Raven take to the skies while Badger, Mole, and Mouse search on the ground. Pretty soon Bear is found, and once he's back in his cave, he feels quite safe with his friends all around. Little ones are sure to love the Classic Board Book edition of this sweet, reassuring Bear story!

Bear Wants More

When spring comes, Bear wakes up very hungry and is treated to great food by his friends.

Bear Snores On (Classic Board Books)

In a cave in the woods, in his deep, dark lair, through the long, cold winter sleeps a great brown bear.

Bear's New Friend (Classic Board Books)

Eager to play in the fall leaves, Bear heads out to find his friend, Mouse, but is startled by clatter in a tree. Determined to find out who is making all the noise, Bear goes on a short journey, picking up all of his friends on the way, until he discovers a quite bashful owl whom he declares their NEW FRIEND! This 6 x 6 Classic Board Book comes with rounded corners.

Luke goes to bat

Fly Guy Presents: Dinosaurs (Scholastic Reader, Level 2)

Learn all about dinosaurs with Fly Guy and Buzz! Fly Guy and Buzz are ready for their next field trip! And in FLY GUY PRESENTS: DINOSAURS they visit a natural history museum to learn all about dinosaurs. With straightforward text, humorous asides, and kid-friendly full-bleed photographs throughout, young readers will learn lots of fun facts about these prehistoric creatures. Award-winning author/illustrator Tedd Arnold really brings nonfiction to life in this fun nonfiction reader!

Unlike turtles that hide in their shells all day and dogs that chew on favorite socks, mice make perfect pets. They fit in a pocket, can move quickly, and are nice!

All About Turtles

"Have you ever wondered about turtles?" For readers who have wondered, this is an outstanding introduction. Arnosky provides a brief, informative text and beautiful, detailed full-color paintings with enormous appeal. He describes freshwater, salt water, and land-dwelling turtles, showing the differences in shell structure, patterns, anatomy, habitat, eggs, and diet. Only common names are given for the species illustrated, but many will be familiar. For example, freshwater turtles include the cooter, spotted, and painted turtles, while sea turtles depicted are the loggerhead, leatherback, and softshell. The author does not include size or range information. When specialized scientific language is used, the carefully placed drawings make clear what the author refers to. For example, drawings show the upper and lower turtle shell and are labeled "carapace" and "plastron". There are also side views to help the reader tell a female turtle with convex plastron and the male turtle with concave plastron. Part of the "All About" series, this is an unusually appealing title by a fine science artist and author. Recommended with enthusiasm.

All About Frogs (All About... (Scholastic))

Part of a major reprinting of renowned naturalist Jim Arnosky's beloved All About series, All About Frogs is a thorough and colorful introduction to the world of frogs.In Spring 08, Scholastic Nonfiction is relaunching Arnosky's treasured All About series with all-new paperback covers! In All About Frogs, Arnosky shows how frogs grow and live, answering kids' biggest questions about these animals, such as: How do frogs jump so far? What do frogs eat (and what eats them)? What's the best way to handle a frog? And there's information about toads, too! Packed with intriguing information and brought to life by Arnosky's vibrant watercolors, this book will fascinate young readers.

Walt Disney's Bambi

Disney Enterprises

Disney Enterprises

Boy, Were We Wrong About Dinosaurs!

Kathleen V. Kudlinski

The ancient Chinese thought they were magical dragons. Some old-time scientists thought that because they were so big, all they could do was float in water. Boy, were they wrong! Even today, once-common notions about dinosaurs are being revised as new discoveries are made. This lively book about the perennially popular subject of dinosaurs offers fascinating insight into how certain theories were formed, and then how those theories were proved or disproved. It demonstrates that scientific thought is as creative as it is logical and invites budding scientists to come up with their own ideas.

Dutton Books for Young Readers

Joanne Ryder, Melissa Bay Mathis

As most of the world settles down to sleep, the nighttime creatures are just waking up! Gifted nature poet Joanne Ryder takes readers on a magnificent journey with one of those nocturnal animals -- the flying squirrel. Join these special creatures as they glide, run, and leap through the night. Exquisite illustrations by Melissa Bay Mathis complement the lyrical text. An American Bookseller Pick of the Lists.

Troll Communications

National Geographic Readers: Dinosaurs

Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld

There's nothing more fascinating than dinosaurs. In this Level 1 reader, youngsters learn all about the terrifying giants that once roamed the Earth—maybe even as close as their own backyard! They'll be wowed by new information and eye-popping illustrations from National Geographic, a trusted source of children's nonfiction content.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information. 

National Geographic Children's Books

National Geographic Readers: Martin Luther King, Jr. (Readers Bios)

Kitson Jazynka

The most effective method used to influence children to read is to incorporate the information that interests them the most. National Geographic Readers are educational, high-interest, and comprehensive for children. In this title, readers will learn about the fascinating life and legacy civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In this level two biography, difficult concepts are made understandable and transitioned into a more approachable manner. This includes the use of sidebars, timetables, diagrams and fun facts to hold the interest of the young reader. The colorful design and educational illustrations round out this text as an exemplary book for their young minds to explore. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

National Geographic Children's Books

National Geographic Readers: George Washington

Caroline Crosson Gilpin

Learn all about George Washington, one of the most important figures in American history, in this colorful, inviting, and entertaining biography. This carefully leveled reader is written in an easy-to-grasp style to encourage the historians of tomorrow! National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

National Geographic Society

Feeding Time at the Zoo (Step into Reading)

This photographic Step into Reading Science leveled reader delivers a “you are there� Step 2 experience for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading.  Sherry Shahan’s Feeding Time at the Zoo is a photographic introduction to the food all kinds of zoo animals eat. Did you know that polar bears enjoy fish—and strawberries? And that pigs love salad? With simple text, vivid pictures of animals and children, and facts on every page, this is a perfect choice for young animal lovers just learning to read on their own.

Random House Books for Young Readers

Llamas (L1) (National Geographic Readers)

National Geographic Kids, Maya Myers

Learn all about the fascinating lives of llamas–including what they eat, where they live, how they help people, and their behaviour in this new National Geographic Kids Reader. The level 1 text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging, information for beginner readers. National Geographic Kids Readers have been a hit in the beginning reader category, and this book builds on that success with the same combination of careful text, brilliant photographs, and fun approach to high-interest topics, such as llamas, that has proved to be a winning formula with kids.

National Geographic Books

Working Dogs (Planet Reader)

Easy-to-read text and action-packed, full-color photographs about dogs that help people every day will captivate beginning readers. This Planet Reader book includes an index for vocabulary support and tips for parents about sharing books with emergent readers.

Troll Communications

National Geographic Readers: Buzz, Bee!

Jennifer Szymanski

Bzzz! Learn all about honey bees in the next pre-reader from National Geographic Kids! Through text features such as a vocabulary tree and a wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to new words and concepts -- helping them expand their understanding of the world. From the Trade Paperback edition.

National Geographic Books

This Step 2 Step into Reading Science Reader teaches kids how honeybees make honey, build their hives, and . . . dance! Buzz-worthy facts will cross-pollinate beautifully with classroom learning. This reissued edition includes a new author’s note about Colony Collapse Disorder, the phenomenon threatening the honeybee population today. Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. These books are for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. From the Trade Paperback edition.

Random House Books for Young Readers

National Geographic Readers: Great Migrations Elephants

This exciting reader follows the story of the longest and the most demanding elephant migration on the planet. Living at the furthest corners of the hot and dry Sahara Desert, the very margins of where elephants can survive, hundreds of these great creatures make a dangerous but necessary journey as their main source of food and water dries up and they must go in search of more. Battling 120-degree heat, sandstorms, and fierce thunderstorms, these amazing animals travel 35 miles a day in a race against time in search of the bare essentials of life.

National Geographic Children's Books

National Geographic Readers: Sea Otters

In this level 1 reader, young readers will explore the fun-filled world of lovable otters. Follow these playful critters through their aquatic habitats, learn how otters raise their young, and discover their curious and social natures. Beautiful photos and carefully leveled text make this book perfect for reading aloud or for independent reading.

National Geographic Children's Books

National Geographic Readers: Alligators and Crocodiles

A pair of eyes lurks just above the water's surface. Is it a crocodile or an alligator?  Packed with beautiful and engaging photos, kids will learn all about these two reptiles—and find out what makes them different. This Level 2 reader provides both accessible and wide-ranging text to encourage the scientists and explorers of tomorrow!

National Geographic Children's Books

This Is the Turkey

Abby Levine, Paige Billin-Frye

This Thanksgiving, there's a turkey to shout about—and Max is the one who picked it out! Join him and his family on this wonderful day, when cousins come to play, neighbors come carrying pumpkin pie, and there's plenty to be thankful for. Everything's perfect, until...

Albert Whitman & Company

Gilberto and the Wind

Book Details:Format: PaperbackPublication Date: 1/26/1978Pages: 32Reading Level: Age 3 and Up

FBAPowerSetup

Tomas and the Library Lady

A Common Core Exemplar Text by an award-winning author-illustrator teamTomás is a son of migrant workers. Every summer he and his family follow the crops north from Texas to Iowa, spending long, arduous days in the fields. At night they gather around to hear Grandfather's wonderful stories. But before long, Tomás knows all the stories by heart. "There are more stories in the library," Papa Grande tells him.  The very next day, Tomás meets the library lady and a whole new world opens up for him. Based on the true story of the Mexican-American author and educator Tomás Rivera, a child of migrant workers who went on to become the first minority Chancellor in the University of California system, this inspirational story suggests what libraries--and education--can make possible.  Raul Colón's warm, expressive paintings perfectly interweave the harsh realities of Tomás's life, the joyful imaginings he finds in books, and his special relationships with a wise grandfather and a caring librarian.This book has been selected as a Common Core State Standards Text Exemplar (Grades K-1, Read-Aloud Stories) in Appendix B

Knopf Books for Young Readers

That Book Woman

Heather Henson

Cal is not the readin' type. Living way high up in the Appalachian Mountains, he'd rather help Pap plow or go out after wandering sheep than try some book learning. Nope. Cal does not want to sit stoney-still reading some chicken scratch. But that Book Woman keeps coming just the same. She comes in the rain. She comes in the snow. She comes right up the side of the mountain, and Cal knows that's not easy riding. And all just to lend his sister some books. Why, that woman must be plain foolish -- or is she braver than he ever thought? That Book Woman is a rare and moving tale that honors a special part of American history -- the Pack Horse Librarians, who helped untold numbers of children see the stories amid the chicken scratch, and thus made them into lifetime readers.

Simon and Schuster

Chrysanthemum Big Book

Written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes, the nationally bestselling and celebrated creator of Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse, Owen, and Kitten's First Full Moon, Chrysanthemum is a funny and honest school story about teasing, self-esteem, and acceptance to share all year round. Chrysanthemum thinks her name is absolutely perfect—until her first day of school. "You're named after a flower!" teases Victoria. "Let's smell her," says Jo. Chrysanthemum wilts. What will it take to make her blossom again?This popular picture book has sold more than a million copies and was named a Notable Book for Children by the American Library Association. "Perfectly executed in words and illustration, Chrysanthemum exemplifies Henkes's talent for creating true picture stories for young audiences."—The Horn BookSupports the Common Core State Standards

Greenwillow Books

Waiting for the Biblioburro

Ana loves stories. She often makes them up to help her little brother fall asleep. But in her small village there are only a few books and she has read them all. One morning, Ana wakes up to the clip-clop of hooves, and there before her, is the most wonderful sight: a traveling library resting on the backs of two burros‑all the books a little girl could dream of, with enough stories to encourage her to create one of her own. Inspired by the heroic efforts of real-life librarian Luis Soriano, award-winning picture book creators Monica Brown and John Parra introduce readers to the mobile library that journeys over mountains and through valleys to bring literacy and culture to rural Colombia, and to the children who wait for the BiblioBurro. A portion of the proceeds from sales of this book was donated to Luis Soriano's BiblioBurro program.

What Do You Do With a Tail Like This?

Steve Jenkins, Robin Page

A nose for digging? Ears for seeing? Eyes that squirt blood? Explore the many amazing things animals can do with their ears, eyes, mouths, noses, feet, and tails in this interactive guessing book, beautifully illustrated in cut-paper collage, which was awarded a Caldecott Honor. This title has been selected as a Common Core Text Exemplar (Grades K-1, Read Aloud Informational Text).

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

This classic picture book from beloved author-illustrator Aliki is a great way to explore feelings with younger kids, whether at home or in the classroom. Happy, sad, shy, excited—how do you feel? No matter the emotion, Feelings explores it—and helps children understand and express their own feelings. Best-selling author Aliki uses a child-friendly cartoon style to build empathy and awareness in young readers—and to help them find appropriate ways to handle their feelings. Short, funny comics show how children might feel in different situations—at a birthday party, when a beloved pet dies, on the first day of school, and more. A timeless classic ideal for sharing. "Children often have difficulty articulating emotions. That fact is the underpinning for Aliki's catalog of feelings, be they happy, sad, or somewhere in between." —Booklist "A delightful book." —New York Times Book Review

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom (Book & CD)

Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

A told B, and B told C, "I'll meet you at the top of the coconut tree" Countless children -- and there parents -- can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. The perfect pairing of Bill Martin Jr and John Archambault's lively rhymes, and Caldecott Honor artist Lois Ehlert's bright, bold, cheerful pictures made Chicka Chicka Boom Boom an instant hit and a perennial favorite. This full-sized, quality paperback edition will bring even more fans to this endearing, enduring classic. Chicka chicka boom boom will there be enough room? There will always be room for Chicka Chicka boom Boom on every child's bookshelf!

Me . . . Jane (Mcdonnell, Patrick)

Patrick McDonnell

In his characteristic heartwarming style, Patrick McDonnell tells the story of the young Jane Goodall and her special childhood toy chimpanzee named Jubilee. As the young Jane observes the natural world around her with wonder, she dreams of "a life living with and helping all animals," until one day she finds that her dream has come true.One of the world's most inspiring women, Dr. Jane Goodall is a renowned humanitarian, conservationist, animal activist, environmentalist, and United Nations Messenger of Peace. In 1977 she founded the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI), a global nonprofit organization that empowers people to make a difference for all living things.With anecdotes taken directly from Jane Goodall's autobiography, McDonnell makes this very true story accessible for the very young--and young at heart.

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Charlie's Championships

Benchmark Education Company, LLC Staff (Prepared for Publication by), Lynne Anderson

"Charlie is worried about his team's baseball championship. Will his team win it all? Read this book to find out." -- Back cover.

Benchmark Education Company

Unlucky Stanley

Benchmark Education Company, LLC Staff (Prepared for Publication by), Kathy Furgang

This story is about the importance of research before making predictions about the weather.

Benchmark Education Company

We Are In A Book!

When Gerald the elephant and Piggie realize that they are in a book, they decide to have some fun with the reader.

Are You Ready to Play Outside? (An Elephant and Piggie Book)

Gerald is careful. Piggie is not.Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can.Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to.Gerald and Piggie are best friends.In Are You Ready to Play Outside?, Piggie can’t wait to go play in the sunshine.  But will a rainy day ruin all the fun? 

Hyperion Book CH

An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)

Mo Willems, a #1 New York Times bestselling author and illustrator, celebrates ten years of Elephant & Piggie in this special bind-up collection: Today I Will Fly!; Watch Me Throw the Ball!; Can I Play Too?; the award-winning Let's Go For a Drive!; and I Really Like Slop!

Disney-Hyperion

Pete the Cat and the Bad Banana

Join Pete the Cat in New York Times bestselling author James Dean's I Can Read! beginning reader Pete the Cat and the Bad Banana. In this hilarious new title, Pete the Cat bites into a bad banana and decides that he never, ever wants to eat bananas again. But Pete really likes bananas! Will a rotten bite ruin Pete's love for this tasty fruit? Pete the Cat and the Bad Banana is a My First I Can Read! book, which means it's perfect for shared reading with a child. Fans of Pete the Cat will delight in this I Can Read! tale featuring the grooviest cat, Pete!

Pete the Cat: Old MacDonald Had a Farm Board Book

Sing along with Pete the Cat and his pals in the New York Times bestselling author James Dean's Pete the Cat: Old MacDonald Had a Farm as Pete and his friends take a trip to the barnyard. With a "cluck cluck" here and a "moo moo" there, meet all the animals in this brand-new board book edition. Pete's adventures will have kids singing "ee-I-ee-I-oh!"

Pete the Cat's Guide to Love

James Dean (Illustrator), Kimberly Dean

Love is in the air! Pete the Cat shares some groovy words from the heart in this fun collection of all his favorite famous quotes about living an awesome life filled with love. This cool cat adds his heartfelt take on well-known classics, from Vincent van Gogh to Virgil to Ovid to Charles Dickens, because after all, the best advice is "Love conquers all." Fans of the bestselling Pete the Cat series will delight in this fun take on quotes, which are accompanied by Pete's witty responses and illustrations by New York Times bestselling artist James Dean.

HarperCollins Publishers

Pete the Cat: Scuba-Cat

New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings Pete the Cat’s world to life under the sea in this new I Can Read book. Pete the Cat is going scuba diving! Before he hits the water, Captain Joe tells him about all the sea creatures he can encounter, and Pete is super excited to see a seahorse. But when he is suited up and swimming around, he has to search high and low to find the little guy. In this aquatic adventure, Pete makes a new friend and gets a big surprise! Pete the Cat: Scuba-Cat is a My First I Can Read Book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child. New readers will love the easy-to-read format and groovy illustrations in Pete the Cat’s first I Can Read underwater journey!

Pete At The Beach (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition) (Pete the Cat)

Pete and his family go to the beach! Pete has lots of fun collecting shells and building a sand castle. It's very hot, but Pete isn't sure he wants to go in the water. The water looks scary! When his brother, Bob offers to give him a surfing lesson, will

Pete the Cat: Pete's Big Lunch (My First I Can Read)

Pete the Cat is hungry. Pete is going to make the grooviest sandwich ever! But what happens if his sandwich is too big for Pete to eat?

Pete the Cat's Train Trip

Pete the Cat is back in New York Times bestselling artist James Dean's beginning reader Pete the Cat's Train Trip. Pete can't wait to visit Grandma, especially because he gets to take a train ride to see her! The conductor gives Pete a tour of the train, and Pete gets to see the engine and honk the horn. Pete even makes new friends and plays games on board. What a cool ride! Pete the Cat's Train Trip is a My First I Can Read Book, which means it's perfect for shared reading with a child. Fans of Pete the Cat will delight as Pete takes the grooviest train trip in this hilarious I Can Read adventure.