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!
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
Everyone has heard the phrase "busy as a bee," and in thisbook young readers get to see exactly what those bees are up to.From pollinating flowers and collecting nectar to beecommunication,life in the hive, making honey, and the role of the queen, thisbook covers every aspect of bee life in stunning up-close detail.Unfamiliar words like OhiveO are introduced throughout the textwith subtle highlighting and the beautiful photography and textwork together seamlessly to draw readers forward for a successfulearly reading experience. LEVEL 1: BEGINNING TO READ Consists of short simple sentences,high-interest information, easy vocabulary with a high degree ofphonic regularity, and lots of repetition. Guided Reading Levels:F, G
Kids will be kids—even when they live in the White House! FromTad Lincoln (secretly called a “tyrant” ) to the Roosevelt gang(who kept a pet badger, a rat, dogs, snakes, horses, parrots, and aone-legged chicken!) to the Kennedys (who used the oval office as aplayground) to Chelsea Clinton (who transformed herself from anawkward teen into an accomplished scholar), the children featuredin First Kids shared a unique experience and role in Americanhistory.
A volcano could be called a sleeping mountain--that is, until it wakes up! What is it like to witness the eruption of one of nature's majestic time bombs? Young readers can learn what makes volcanoes "tick," and read about some of the most famous eruptions in history.
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!
Sid and Sam start to sing. But Sid doesn't stop. What can Samdo when Sid's song is too long?
When Bridget the alligator arrives in the mail, she's only thesize of a key chain But after Zack soaks her in water, she growsinto a real live alligator. Bridget wrestles the garden hose andswings from the monkey bars. And what other alligator can docartwheels?
From the creators of Ice Age and Epic, Rio 2 flies into theaters in April 2014. Join Blu, Jewel, and all your favorite Rio characters for a wild adventure in this retelling of the movie, perfect for young fans! When a wild blue Spix's Macaw is spotted in the Amazon jungle, Blu and Jewel head off to search for more of their kind. But who they meet is the biggest surprise of all. Based on the movie, Rio 2: One Big Blue Family is a Level 2 I Can Read book, perfect for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
In 1991, two tourists hiking in the Alps saw something very oddsticking out of the snow. At first it looked like a doll's head.But it wasn't. It was a man, frozen in the ice for 5,000years. This is the story of the Ice Mummy, written for the first time inan easy-to-read format. It's also the only book to includeinformation about the Mummy's latest incarnation--as a museumexhibit in Bolzano, Italy. On public view for the first time ever,he now enjoys a few twentieth century comforts, including aspecially designed refrigeration chamber that re-creates the icyconditions of the glacier where he was found!
De*ion of this Book An easy-to-read story featuringNoodles the little white dog! Noodles loves chewing on hisbone--until a bully takes it away from him. Bullies aren't verynice. But Noodles always has a plan! With help from a water hose,Noodles gets his bone back and teaches the bully a lesson he won'tsoon forget. This funny Level 1 story is perfect for beginningreaders.
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.
With their new book of Fairy Magic, best friends Pish and Poshare ready to be fairies. Fairies need wings, and in order to gettheir wings they must make four wise wishes. But wishing wisely isnot so easy, especially when two friends sometimes have troubleseeing eye to eye. Thankfully, with a little help from the MonsterUnder the Bed, Pish and Posh are reminded that cooperation is thekey to getting what they wish for.
Peanut and Pearl are prepared for a picnic. Their picnicbaskets are full, and their picnic hats are on. The twobest-friends have only forgotten one thing: Each other! Appealingillustrations and a simple text tailor-made for the youngest ofreaders capture the joy of a story that is as appealing and comicas Peanut and Pearl themselves.
Westward ho The Golly Sisters are heading west. They've got newdresses and the best show on either side of the Mississippi. Butcan they keep their act together long enough to get this show onthe road?
Among Mrs. Brice's 25 mice, all but one do everythingtogether. And this mouse's difference 'comes in handy when the micemeet a cat, and while twelve run this way and twelve run that, thismouse runs this way and that, wearing out the cat and saving themall. The simple, gracefully repetitive text and bright drawingswill make a preschool hero of the clever little mouse.
Happy Birthday, Arthur!Arthur is having a gymnastics party for his birthday, with prizes for balancing, tumbling, and rope climbing. Arthur is sure that he will win the prize for best all--around gymnast. But his little sister, Violet, and her friend Wilma have been practicing-and they may have a surprise in store....
Bradley Harris Pinkerton knows exactly how to drive his sisterAbby crazy. Whether she’s in the shower, or on the phone, or justtrying to turn on her bedroom light, Bradley has a number of wackyschemes that are sure to make her mad...and guaranteed to makeyoung readers laugh. With a rubber snake, some chewed-up bubblegum, and a really great hiding space, he shows just how easily itcan be done.
All new, easy-to read riddles by Jean Marzollo are paired withfun photographs culled from previously published I Spy books tocreate a festive I Spy easy reader. With rhythm, rhyme, and pictureclues, this book is written to support the newest reader!
Candace has always known that her brothers are a little weird, especially Ferb, who never seems to talk. But after watching an all-night science-fiction movie marathon, she's convinced that Ferb is actually an alien! Can Candace prove her brother is really from another planet? Featuring exciting full-color art from the show, this World of Reading: Level 3 Phineas and Ferb early reader is perfect for fans who are ready to read on their own.
Silly Tilly Mole can't remember why today is special. Is itbecause it's snowing and the wind is swirling colored snowflakesall around her? Or maybe it's the bright red something special inher mailbox that makes this a special day. Beginning Readers willenjoy discovering what Tilly forgot to rememeber in Lillian Hoban'sthird charming story about this delightfully silly character.TillyMole knows it's a special day, but she just can't remember why. Isit because it's snowing outside? Or does it have something to dowith that bright red something in her mailbox? Beginning readerswill enjoy discovering what Tilly forgot to remember in thisdelightful Level 1 I can Read Book. Hoban's simple text andtrademark illustrations make this story a fine addition foreasy-reader collections.
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.
What do animals do in winter? What do people do in summer?This book covers a perennially popular topic--seasons of the year.All Level 1 readers consist of short simple sentences, easyvocabulary with a high degree of phonic regularity, and lots ofrepetition.
