Second grade is turning out great. But suddenly, there's aproblem: a new rule. Ms. Light says desks have to be kept clean.Amber's desk is never clean. What will she do?
LEVEL BEGINNING TO READ ALONEExtent: 32pp, up to 35 words per pageText at level 2 is accessible and engaging with plenty of interest and repetition. Vocabulary is easy and familiar, and sentences are mainly short and simple. Fur and Feathers helps young readers learn why animals have fur and feathers, and introduces them to lots of adorable furry and feathery creatures!
Many of the things we have today, such as our language, ourlaws, our buildings and our cooking started in ancient Rome. Thisbook introduces new readers to the history and culture of theRomans, including the architecture, games, clothing, andinteresting aspects of daily life such as bathing, studying, andentertainment. The text introduces important newvocabulary--conquer, empire, mosaic--and is woven together withbeautiful photographs and illustrations, which help readers get thecontext. A timeline, index, and glossary complete the book, andhelp build research skills and confidence in reading. LEVEL 3: READING ALONE WITH SOME HELP Accessible and engaging, with plenty of interest and repetition,and more variety of language and information than level 2. Textintroduces a few more challenging words and a wider variety oftenses. Guided Reading Levels: K, L
Arthur thinks his pen pal is more fun than his little sister.Little sisters don't do things like karate and wrestling -- or dothey? It takes a surprise letter to show Arthur that sometimesthere's more to sisters -- and pen pals -- than meets the eye!
Is Bigfoot (aka Sasquatch) a descendent of the extinct giant ape Gigantopithecus ? Or is it a myth turned pop-culture phenomthat we want to believe is real? In this objectively written gradedreader, author Bonnie Worth examines the evidence for and againstthe existence of the alleged ape, including its role in nativeNorth American folklore, famous sightings and notorious hoaxes, Dr.Grover Kranz’s work with dermal ridges, the Gigantopithecus theory, the Patterson-Gimlin film, and much, much more. Illustratedwith photographs and full-color illustrations, this high-concepteasy reader will satisfy both skeptics and true believers.
Eloise and Nanny throw a surprise birthday party for Eloise'spug, Weenie.
All-new, easy-to-read riddles by Jean Marzollo are paired withfun photographs culled from previously published I Spy books tocreate an I Spy easy reader. With rhythm, rhyme, and picture clues,this book is written to support the newest reader.
When Small Wolf encounters settlers on the Island of Hills,now known as Manhattan, he learns that their ideas about owningland are much different from his. As timely as when it was firstpublished in 1972, this poignant story about the impact of Europeansettlers on Native American people is even more dramatic in thisnew full color edition.
Here are thirty-eight poems about almost everything! Whetheryou're feeling silly, happy, or thoughtful, you'll find one to fityour mood and make you smile.
LEVEL 2 - BEGINNING TO READ ALONE (green) The language at this level will be mainly short and simplesentences, with straightforward vocabulary and punctuation.Includes simple glossary. The human body is an essential source of fascination forkids.Thisbook uses that interest to draw children into a positivereading experience by explaining the basics about all the majorsystems and asking questions so the reader can reflect on their ownbodies. What color are your eyes? What do you hear right now? Areyou right-handed or left-handed? Key vocabulary and a glossarycomplete this fun introduction.
Huff pulls the train. Puff pushes the train. Day in and day out, the train clicks and clacks down the tracks. But one day, Huff and Puff decide to trade places. Will the train come to a halt? With colorful illustrations from Gill Guile and fun, simple rhymes and verse from Tish Rabe, Huff and Puff will help beginning readers and train lovers strengthen their reading skills. This is a My First I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for shared reading with a child. Supports the Common Core State Standards.
All-new, easy-to-read riddles by Jean Marzollo are paired withfun photographs culled from previously published I Spy books tocreate the seventh I Spy reader. With rhythm, rhyme, and pictureclues, this book is written to support the newest reader.
It’s time for turkey! The parade is about to start. Thepumpkin pie is in the oven. The whole family is gathered around thetable. And everybody wants to get the wishbone! From master ofrhyme Jack Prelutsky comes a scrumptious helping of twelveThanksgiving poems to enjoy every day of the year
Sid and Sam start to sing. But Sid doesn't stop. What can Samdo when Sid's song is too long?
Mommy, Daddy, Cassie and Baby Louie have spent all summer growing a big, beautiful pumpkin. They can almost see the blue ribbon it will win at the fair. But when the day of the fair finally arrives, Marley can’t help but get in on the excitement -- sending the pumpkin rolling and tumbling through the neighborhood in the process!
All-new, easy-to-read riddles by Jean Marzollo are paired withfun, gently spooky photographs culled from previously published ISpy books to create the ninth I Spy reader. With rhythm, rhyme, andpicture clues, this book is written to support the newestreader.
Another Bob Books reader just in time for back to school! Dad takes Jack and Anna for a hike. They spend a great day outdoors, stop by a stream, and even see a deer! The next day, the kids want to go for another hike, but Dad is too busy. Instead, brother and sister resort to playing in the yard. But when they lie on their stomachs, they see the grass looks like meadows and the bushes look like trees. The water from the hose can makes a stream and the ladybug and potato bugs are wild animals!
Henry's family is going on vacation -- to the Wild West Henryand Mudge love the Wild West. There are cowboy hats and boots,deserts and canyons, and souvenir shops where Henry can buy pencilsand magnets and even a snow globe with a cowboy inside. And thereare lots of tumbleweeds for Mudge to chase. But as much fun as theWild West is, Henry discovers that he and Mudge can have just asmuch fun back home.
What this book is about...Pompeii...Buried Alive!Pompeii was a quiet town until Mount Vesuvius erupted.Read the true story of this volcano and the town it buried alive!
Luna has the best teacher in second grade; Mr. Hopper lovesthe midnight sky almost as much as she does. But Luna’s classmatesthink she is the new kid from outer space. They won’t listen to herideas for the Family Night program—until something goesunexpectedly wrong! With a nudge from Mr. Hopper, Luna shares herplan which just might save the show
Nancy is utterly enchanted by Mrs. DeVine’s fancy movie starmemorabilia (that means things from the past). So enchanted, thatNancy decides to adapt the movie star lifestyle at home – andeverybody knows that movie stars don’t go to be early! Will Nancy’slack of beauty sleep get in the way of Mrs. DeVine’s surprise thenext d
Walter the Baker has a pretzel twist of a problem in this Ready-to-Read edition of a favorite from the creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Walter the Baker is famous for his breads, rolls, cookies, tarts, and pies. The Duke and Duchess especially love his warm sweet rolls, delivered fresh to their castle every morning. But one day the cat spills the milk, and Walter is forced to serve the Duke and Duchess rolls made with water. After one bite the Duke throws down his roll in disgust and summons Walter to the castle. He threatens to banish the baker unless he can take the same dough and make a good-tasting roll that the rising sun can shine through three times. Will Walter succeed in his task, or will he have to leave his town forever? With good humor and the vibrantly colored paper collages that are known and loved the world over, Eric Carle has concocted a delicious book that kids will savor as much as they love eating...shhh...pretzels!