The world treats Twinky like a dinkydog. The only problem is that Twinky doesn't feel dinky. What can alittle dog do to prove the age-old adage that size doesn't matter?With engaging characters, easy-to-follow plots, and popular topics, Twinky The Dinky Dog is an ideal Step 3 reader for childrenwho are ready to begin reading on their own.
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?
I SPY something new for Spring! Young I SPY readers will want to start the Spring with I SPY ANEGG IN A NEST. New easy-to-read text by Jean Marzollo is pairedwith Walter Wick's amazing photographs from previous I SPY books tocreate a fun-filled Spring search-and-find. Also includes I SPYactivity pages.
Illus. in full color. Filled with suspense, romance, and historical details, here's a very young biography of the Powhatan Indian princess who played a vital role in early Colonial and Native American relations.
Boldly going where Step into Reading has never gone before: comic readers are told almost entirely inaction-packed dialogue! Simple, graphic paneled layouts introduceemergent readers to the joy of comics. This Step 1 comic readertells the story of a girl and a robot whose friendship is testedwhen one of them gets a bit bossy. Step 1 stories have big type andeasy words, rhyme and rhythm, picture clues, and easy-to-decodedialogue.
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.
Read it yourself is a learning to read series of classic,traditional stories with four levels of difficulty to suit thestage your child is at with reading. Written in a simple way for young readers, they will build theirconfidence in learning to read as they progress through each level.Familiar fairytales and exciting stories will amuse children andencourage them to progress further with this series and becomeconfident readers. Each book in the Read it yourself with Ladybird series iscarefully structured to include many everyday words that are vitalfor first reading/beginner readers. They also contain clear,beautiful pictures for extra support and interest. Extra puzzlequestions at the end of each book further help withcomprehension. This Read it yourself version of The Ugly Duckling is a level 1title and so suitable for children who are beginning to learn toread. The story is told simply, using short sentences and a smallnumber of frequently repeated words.
When a detective goes undercover, it usually means they are indisguise, right? Not if it's Detective Dinosaur! The bumbling but bighearted star of Detective Dinosaur andDetective Dinosaur Lost and Found is back with three new sillycases to investigate. How this charmingly clueless gumshoe goesundercover—in the most surprising ways—is the kind of irresistiblegoofiness beginning readers love. This third book of comic misadventures by James Skofield, broughtto life as only the inspired illustrations of R. W. Alley can do,is sure to please mystery lovers and dinosaur fansalike.
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!
Cam Jansen can find a mystery anywhere even in the schoollunchroom! When Jason finds only cookie crumbs in his lunch box,Cam's memory clicks into action. Can she figure out who ate Jason'scookie?
A gentle adaptation of the classic tale by Beatrix Potter. Jemima Puddle-Duck wants to lay and hatch her own eggs, so she sets off to find a safe spot in the woods to make a nest. But she meets an unusual gentleman who has other plans for Jemima! Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at ho
Pickles is a young cat with big paws and big plans. But all hecan find to do is chase other cats, until he is adopted by thelocal firehouse. Knowing that this is his chance to do big things, Pickles workshard to be a good fire cat. He learns to jump on a fire truck. Helearns to help put out a fire, and he even helps out in arescue! Beginning readers will cheer when Pickle's dream finally comestrue.
How many bones are there in the human body? Which bone is the longest? Or the smallest? Without bones, you would be a blob, like a jellyfish or a worm. Our bones support us and protect our insides. They work together with our muscles to allow us to do all the things we do! So when you think of your bones, say "Thank you!" This simple Step 1 introduction teaches young readers these facts and many more about the skeleton inside each of us!
The Pony Scouts are having a sleepover at Jill’s house! They get to tend to the ponies day and night. But when one of the girls forgets to latch a stall, it’s the Scouts to the rescue!
"DK Readers" will help your child learn to read and encourage a life-long love of reading whilst learning about the journey of the Emperor Penguins. Encourage your child to read as they take an intrepid journey across the frozen Antarctica with the Emperor Penguins. "DK Readers" are part of a five-level highly pictorial reading scheme, which uses lively illustrations and engaging stories to encourage reading. Level 2 Readers have long sentences, increased vocabulary, information boxes and a simple index. Read them together with children who are beginning to read alone and with early or reluctant readers.
It's time for bed, but Biscuit wants to have a snack, andplay, and hear stories. Will he ever go to sleep?
A little girl builds a "truly great thing" out of junk. Herfriend Stanley is nowhere to be found. But who is Stanley anyway?What a mystery! Until the great thing is almost complete, that is.Then, it's playtime, and there's just no stopping Stanley.
Nicky is a playful kitten. His house has an upstairs and adownstairs. When his mother calls, "Nicky, where are you?" Nickymight be up, or he might be down. Or . . . he might be nowhere tobe found!
Illus. in full color. A scintillating survey of sensational serpents, from blood-spewing West Indian boas to "flying" golden tree snakes.
Cam Jansen is at her friend Jane's birthday party.Everyoneplaysa dinosaur game but is therea cheater at the party? CamJansen's amazing memory clicks into action to solve a birthdayparty puzzle.
Taking care of baby Amelia Bedelia has her hands full when she takes care of Mrs.Lane's baby. As usual, the literal-minded housekeeper mixes thingsup, but she also wins the heart of her newest and youngest fan.
One morning Hen wakes up and finds a gigantic egg in her nest. Whose ege can it be? Here's a hint, Hen--it doesn't belong to that wily Fox!
Sid is a little scared of the dark—and he’s not the only one;Gabriella and Gerald are also afraid of the things they can’t seein the darkness. But with a little scientific exploration in theclassroom, Sid and his friends learn that there’s nothing to befrightened of when the lights are
A construction site crew is busy at work in this rhymingStep 1 story. As the work continues readers are in for asurprise--the "crew" is actually a group of young friends engagedin a fun day of dramatic play. Two sheets of vehicle-themedstickers are included. It's a natural for young readers who love tobuild and are fans of vehicles that dig, scoop, and sometimes goka-boom!
Kindergarten-Grade 2?Anappealing,if somewhat bungling,detective is introduced in this easyreader.Three short chapters each present a separate case.In "TheCase of the Missing Hat," Detective Dinosaur's derby is on his headthe whole time,although cleverly hidden from sight in eachpicture.In "Night Patrol," the detective is frightened by anoise."Perhaps it is a monster!...Perhaps we should call thePolice!" "We are the Police,sir!," Officer Pterodatyl remindshim.The jokes are not particularly original,but they are likely tosound fresh to young readers.Alley's watercolor-and-ink cartoonsinclude plenty of visual interest and some sideline humor.Thevocabulary?Detective Dinosaur,Officer Pterodactyl,and DeputyDiplodocus?may seem at odds with the intended audience,but mostprimary graders know their dinosaur names（at least to hear them）aswell as they know their ABCs.An entertaining addition.?SharonR.Pearce,San Antonio Public Library,TX Copyright 1998 ReedBusiness Information,Inc.--This text refers to an ou
