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Amber Was Brave, Essie Was Smart

admin — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 23:38:43 +0000

Amber and Essie are sisters. Amber was brave. She wasn’t afraid of climbing up into high places. Essie was smart. She could read very hard library books. Together they make a good team. Their father is in prison, their mother works long hours, and there is little money to pay the bills. Through a series of interconnected poems, Williams presents Amber and Essie’s sad, funny, and moving tale. Full-color portraits of the girls precede the story, and an album of dramatic moments closes the book. Black-and-white pencil drawings are interspersed among the poems.

Are You Ready to Play Outside

cindy — Sat, 08 Sep 2007 12:50:10 +0000

Featuring two lovable and funny characters, an optimistic (and sometimes reckless) pig and a cautious, pessimistic elephant. Piggie can’t wait to go play in the sunshine. But will a rainy day ruin all the fun?

Bathtime for Biscuit

cindy — Sat, 17 May 2008 13:07:49 +0000

I Can Read Books are the premier line of beginning readers encouraging children to learn — and love-to read. Featuring award-winning authors and illustrators, I Can Read Books offer a full spectrum of entertaining stories for every stage of a child’s reading development. Now the beloved characters and adventures from this popular line of books … Continue reading →

Belly Button Book!

admin — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:14:06 +0000

Soon after dark, upon the beach, we sing a hippo song, and if you’re feeling in the mood, we hope you’ll sing along: “Belly Belly Button, you’re oh so fine. Ooo, Belly Button, I’m so happy you’re mine.”

Biscuit and the Baby

admin — Mon, 21 May 2007 20:56:14 +0000

Biscuit wants to meet the new baby. But the baby is sleeping, and Biscuit must be patient — and quiet! It’s not easy having to wait, but at last the curious puppy gets to meet the baby, and make a brand-new friend!

Biscuit Finds a Friend

cindy — Sat, 17 May 2008 13:33:13 +0000

Biscuit, everyone’s favorite little yellow puppy, is back—and he’s making a new friend along the way. Helping an adorable lost duckling find its way home is just the beginning of their fun adventure together. Young children will love listening along to this sweet story about friendship.

Biscuit Gives a Gift

admin — Mon, 21 May 2007 21:01:38 +0000

Christmas is a wonderful time for sharing. Biscuit finds the perfect gifts foreveryone he loves.

Biscuit Goes to School

admin — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:25:02 +0000

Just like his young fans, Biscuit can’t wait to go to school! Even though no dogs are allowed, he is determined to see and do everything that takes place at school. But what will happen when the teacher discovers a puppy in his classroom?

Biscuit Is Thankful

admin — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 15:20:24 +0000

Biscuit is thankful for his bone, his biscuits, and lots more, too. Sweet puppy! Woof!

Biscuit Loves Father’s Day

cindy — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:45:45 +0000

Father’s Day is a great time to show Dad how much we love him. Unfold the big flaps and join Biscuit for fun times with Dad — exploring, playing, and sharing.

Biscuit Loves Mother’s Day

admin — Mon, 21 May 2007 21:05:29 +0000

Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day, Biscuit! There are so many ways to make Mom feel special. Pull back the big flaps to see the surprises Biscuit and the little girl have in store for Mom!

Biscuit Loves School

cindy — Sat, 17 May 2008 15:24:04 +0000

Biscuit is going to school. He is a curious little puppy. Lift the flaps to join Biscuit as he spends the day playing, learning, and exploring. Woof!

Biscuit Wants to Play

admin — Mon, 21 May 2007 20:46:07 +0000

When Biscuit meets two little kittens, he wants to be friends. He wants to play ball and run around. But the kittens are having too much fun with their own games to play with him—until they find themselves stuck in a tree! Soon the kittens learn what a good friend Biscuit really is. This delightful … Continue reading →

Biscuit Wins a Prize

cindy — Thu, 22 May 2008 12:53:05 +0000

It’s the day of the pet show, and Biscuit has to look his best. All his old friends are at the show, and he sees so many new friends that he can’t sit still — even for the judge!

Can You See What I See? Picture Puzzles to Search and Solve

admin — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 23:30:46 +0000

With each turn of the page, readers will be presented with a new puzzle. The rhyming text presents challenges to spot specific trinkets in eye-catching photographs of odds and ends (e.g., “A ladybug, three stars of blue, a piece of a jar, a die showing two…”). In addition, each rhyme concludes by asking readers to … Continue reading →

CHICKEN SAID, “CLUCK!”

admin — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 16:45:18 +0000

“Shoo!” said Earl. “Shoo! Shoo!” said Pearl. “Cluck! Cluck! Cluck!” said Chicken. Earl and Pearl are planting pumpkins. Chicken wants to help. But it seems like the only thing Chicken is good at is getting in the way. Then grasshoppers invade the pumpkin patch, and Earl and Pearl can do nothing to stop them. Suddenly it’s up to Chicken to save the day! This funny and satisfying book is a delightful treat for children just starting to read.

Corn-Fed

admin — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 23:32:36 +0000

Stevenson sees ordinary objects through a poet’s eyes. With wondrous words and watercolor-and-ink vignettes, snow-covered cars become hippos, chained-up bikes are desperate to escape, and forks and spoons converse about the taste of ice cream. If your students are captivated by this poetry collection, introduce them to Stevenson’s others, including Sweet Corn (1995), Popcorn (1998), … Continue reading →

DICK AND JANE Go, Go, Go

cindy — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 19:34:29 +0000

Millions of Americans remember Dick and Jane (and Sally and Spot, too!). Now Dick and Jane and all their pals are back with revised editions of these classic readers for a whole new generation of readers to enjoy! Go, Go, Go Oh, Jane. Look and see. See Sally go. See Tim go. See Spot and … Continue reading →

Dick and Jane: I See You

cindy — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 14:36:54 +0000

Jane and Sally are hiding from Dick.
Will Dick be able to find them?

Dick and Jane: On the Go!

cindy — Wed, 21 May 2008 12:21:14 +0000

Six classic storybooks come in this box with a handle so children can take reading fun along for the ride!

DK Readers (series)

admin — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 23:36:07 +0000

This series covers a range of nonfiction topics that interest younger and older students — from cats to comic book characters. Each book includes full-color photographs and illustrations, and appropriate text for one of four graduated reading levels. There are over 20 books in each level. Titles include:

Level 1 (Beginning to read) Rockets and Spaceships, A Day in the Life of a Dancer, Whatever the Weather

Level 2 (Beginning to read alone) Firefighter!, Bugs! Bugs! Bugs!, The Story of Pocahontas

Level 3 (Reading alone) Anne Frank, Extreme Sports, Shark Attack!

Level 4 (Proficient readers) Horses, Creating the X-Men, Volcanoes, NFL: Rumbling Running Backs

Don’t Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late!

cindy — Wed, 10 May 2006 12:15:05 +0000

It’s getting dark out, but one stubborn Pigeon is NOT going to bed!

Dream Snow

cindy — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 12:11:38 +0000

A simple story, lively collage-like illustrations and a fun gimmick for little hands…”

Elephants Cannot Dance!

cindy — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 19:11:36 +0000

In Elephants Cannot Dance! Piggie tries to teach Gerald some new moves. But will Gerald teach Piggie something even more important?

Fifteen Animals!

cindy — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:18:53 +0000

The amazing Bob! The amazing Boynton! Because who else but Sandra Boynton could imagine 15 Bobs in one book? Actually, that’s 14 Bobs, and one Simon James Alexander Ragsdale the Third (he’s a turtle), which gives Fifteen Animals! the added dimension of being a unique counting book—count the Bobs, count the pets, count the bunnies, count the fish. The latest of the Boynton on Board Books, Fifteen Animals! also comes with a free song available via download. It’s all the energy and appeal of Boynton: the lively language, distinctive illustrations, and inimitable characters. And music. And counting. And, for the first time, a person character, an earnest little boy who loves animals and happily sings:

I really like animals,
I like them a lot.
Fifteen animals is what I’ve got.
I’ve got fifteen animals.
They’re friendly and tame, and
I’ve given each one a special name.
Make that Bob.

Firehouse Field Trip with Dick & Jane

cindy — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:14:45 +0000

We’re off! We’re off to the firehouse with Dick and Jane! It’s a very special day. Dick and Jane are taking a field trip to their local firehouse. Come meet the firemen, learn how they work, and sit in the big, red fire truck!

Fox in Socks

admin — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 21:28:00 +0000

A collection of tongue twisters that is “an amusing exercise for beginning readers.”

Freedom’s Wings: Corey’s Diary (My America series)

admin — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 23:38:02 +0000

A nine-year-old slave, Corey Birdsong, writes about his daily life in his journal. Journal entries become more suspenseful as he and his mother escape and make the dangerous journey north along the Underground Railroad. Photos and historical references give this fictional journal a sense of real history. (Don’t be put off by Corey’s spelling mistakes … Continue reading →

Frog and Toad Are Friends

cindy — Wed, 24 May 2006 11:54:06 +0000

Toad tells stories to Frog . Wonderful book on friendship. Large type, simple vocabulary, chapter-like divisions, and decorative pictures.

Frog and Toad Collection

admin — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 17:17:14 +0000

Frog and Toad are always there for each other — just as best friends should be. From sledding in winter to eating ice cream on hot summer days, these two friends have fun together the whole year round!