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I Can Help!
by Peggy Perry AndersonWatch out! Rambunctious Joe is helping Mom run errands around town and Dad do chores around the house. But sometimes that leads to more mishaps and mischief than anyone in this loving frog family expects.. . and sometimes it can lead to a very bright idea. Simple words and dialogue create a perfect reading experience for Level 1 Green Light Readers.
Joe quiere jugar
by Peggy Perry AndersonIt’s the Frog family reunion, and all of Joe’s relatives are together. Everyone’s having fun except Joe. With so many cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents around, you’d think somebody would play with Joe, but everyone says he’s too big, too small, too fast, or too slow. No matter where Joe turns, all he hears is “no” . . . until a very special guest arrives! This Spanish language edition is perfect for beginning readers and their families to enjoy together. Bright illustrations feature Joe’s mishaps with all kinds of things that go, go, go!
Out to Lunch
by Peggy Perry AndersonLunch out at a fancy restaurant is a disaster for fidgety Joe the Frog and his Mom and Dad in this laugh-filled, easy-to-read story that's just right for Level 1 beginners.
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Petal and Poppy and the Mystery Valentine
by Lisa Clough and Ed BriantFriends Petal the elephant and Poppy the rhino team up to solve a Valentine&’s Day whodunit in this delightful adventure for young readers. On Valentine&’s Day morning, Petal wakes up to chocolates. Poppy wakes to find flowers. What wonderful gifts for these best friends to give each other. But wait . . . Poppy forgot to get Petal a gift, and Petal forgot to get something for Poppy. So who is this mystery Valentine? With picture clues and simple text, this charming book brings the warmth of Valentine&’s Day to burgeoning readers. &“Briant&’s graphic-novel style illustrations are a great match for emerging independent readers . . . The appealing, bright colors and simply drawn characters are just as sweet as the story.&”—Booklist
Petal and Poppy and the Spooky Halloween!
by Ed Briant and Lisa CloughHalloween is here and Petal and Poppy are going to a party! But Petal's scared. Halloween is too spooky. But Poppy assures Petal it's all just pretend. There's nothing to be afraid of. But then a haunted house scares Poppy. Maybe Halloween is a little spooky after all! The writing level and picture clues will help early readers perfect their reading technique, while the wonderful story--with just the right amount of spookiness--will spark a love of reading that will last a lifetime.
My Robot
by Eve BuntingCecil the robot is good at playing tag, leading the school band, and performing tricks with the dog, but there is one important thing he does best of all.
Get Up, Rick!
by F. Isabel CampoyThe sun is coming up, and a sleepy rooster is nowhere to be found....It's a good thing he has a clever group of friends to help!
Celebrating New Jersey
by Jane Kurtz and C. B. CangaJoin Mr. Geo on his whirlwind tour of New Jersey in this Level 3 Green Light Reader. Like the other books in the 50 States to Celebrate series, Celebrating New Jersey combines travel with social studies in a way that's entertaining and educational. The fun starts on the Jersey Shore in Atlantic City and Cape May. Then it's onward to big cities, historic places, important landmarks, natural wonders, and much, much more. Handy for school projects and family roadtrips!
Tumbleweed Stew
by Susan Stevens Crummel and Janet StevensJack Rabbit says it's a great day to make tumbleweed stew, but who wants to eat that? With a bit of ingenuity, Jack soon has everyone from Armadillo to Vulture adding something to his delectable stew.
Valentine Mice!
by Doug Cushman and Bethany Roberts"Skip! Hop! Zip! Nip!" The sprightly characters from "Halloween Mice!" frolic across a wintry landscape to deliver valentines to all their woodland friends. Lively rhymed text filled with sounds that are fun to say aloud, and a simple mystery -- what happened to the littlest mouse? -- that is happily solved, make this a perfect book to share with a very young audience.
Iris and Walter
by Elissa Guest and Christine DavenierSometimes it takes two friends to solve a problem. So when Iris announces that she really wants to ride the wild horse Rain, Walter comes up with the perfect plan to help her. And when Walter has a terrible first day of school because his teacher calls him Walt instead of Walter, Iris gives him a wonderful idea on how he can "show-and-tell" his feelings about the nickname. After all, helping is what best friends do for each other!
Iris and Walter and the Field Trip
by Elissa Haden Guest and Christine DavenierIris and Walter can't wait for their class field trip to the aquarium. They'll get to sit together on the bus and visit scary sharks, shimmery angelfish, and, best of all, penguins. The aquarium is everything they had hoped for--until suddenly Walter gets lost! It's a good thing his best friend, Iris, knows what to do! Here are four chapters of easy reading pleasure in this new Level 3 Green Light Readers edition featuring sweet and sensitive illustrations by Christine Davenier.
The School Play
by Elissa Guest and Christine DavenierIris is devastated when she has to miss being in her first school play because she is sick.
Merry Christmas, Ollie!
by Olivier DunreaAn endearing and beautifully rendered tale sure to be a family favorite. It's Christmas Eve. Gossie and Gertie hang their bright colored boots in the barn. Peedie and BooBoo hang their striped stockings in the barn. Ollie stomps through the snow. It's not easy to wait for Father Christmas Goose!With ample wry humor, beautiful ink-and-watercolor pictures, and irresistible charm, Olivier Dunrea shares the first holiday story of Gossie and friends.Ollie perfectly encompasses the adorable impatience of young children waiting for Christmas to finally come.
Lana's World
by Erica Silverman and Jess Jess GoldenUnable to interest her parents, her brothers, or even her dog in having a parade in the rain, Lana lines up her toys in the hallway and is soon leading the parade of her dreams.
The Purple Snerd
by Rozanne Lanczak Williams and Mary GrandpréWhat purrs, barks, and chirps and has long purple fur? Fern is about to find out . . . and to make a new friend. Mary GrandPr#65533;'s bright artwork brings the magic-and mayhem-of the Purple Snerd's one-of-a-kind visit to laugh-out-loud life.
Bradford Street Buddies
by Jerdine Nolen and Michelle HenningerThe backyard camp-out is tonight. Jada and Jamal Perkins have never slept in a tent before. Neither have their best friends, Carlita Garcia and Josh Cornell. Camping is going to be so much fun. Or is it? It's really dark in the backyard. And what's that noise? It's coming from the bushes.CRUNCH! CRUNCH! CRUNCH! SCRUNCH! SCRUNCH! SCRUNCH! Will an unexpected visitor ruin the Bradford Street Buddies camp-out under the stars? Grab a flashlight and find out in this new Level 3 easy reader series.
Bradford Street Buddies
by Jerdine Nolen and Michelle HenningerCHIRP! CHIRP! CHIRP! It’s springtime on Bradford Street. Jada and Jamal are searching for signs of spring. So are their best friends, Carlita Garcia and Josh Cornell. But the most surprising sign of spring awaits them at school the next day . . . a surprise that blossoms into a colorful plan to beautify the schoolyard just in time for Earth Day. Get set to dig in and join the neighborhood fun with the Bradford Street Buddies!
Bradford Street Buddies
by Jerdine Nolen and Michelle HenningerWelcome to the neighborhood! Join twins Jada and Jamal, and their best friends, Carlita and Josh, for Bradford Street's fall block party. Beginning and newly independent readers are in for a surprise of prehistoric proportions as they explore this fun-filled multicultural neighborhood brimming with community spirit.
Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa
by Erica Silverman and Betsy LewinIn this fifth book in the series, Cocoa nudges his way right into Cowgirl Kate's house. He pokes his head through every doorway and finally decides to live in the best stall of all--the kitchen. What's a cowgirl to do? Well, whether under one roof--or two--there's no doubt these buckaroos will be pals forever!
Favorite Stories from Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa
by Erica Silverman and Betsy LewinSplish-splash, buckaroos! Stormy weather can't stop best friends Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa from having a good time in these two easy-to-read stories about prancing in the rain and chasing rainbows. With short sentences, simple dialogue, and delightful illustrations by the Caldecott Honor winner Betsy Lewin, this book is perfect for beginning readers, rain or shine!
Favorite Stories from Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa
by Erica Silverman and Betsy LewinIt's springtime on the ranch. Cowgirl Kate is excited about the arrival of all the baby animals: a newborn calf, a frisky puppy, and a nest of little barn owls. Her best friend Cocoa the horse is not so excited. Babies are a lot of work! But they are also sweet, as Cocoa and beginning readers will discover in this delightful addition to Green Light Readers. Short sentences and simple dialogue keep newly independent readers engaged and confident.
Mouse and Mole
by Marjorie WeinmanWong Herbert YeeIt is a blustery spring day, and Mouse and Mole are very excited. They are going to go bird watching! They are planning to make bird books! Mouse and Mole pack paper and crayons and hurry outside. It turns out, birds are not so easy to watch. Together, they come up with a plan to get closer to the birds... a plan that includes glue and feathers.
George and Martha
by James MarshallStories from the original George and Martha: Rise and Shine--now in Green Light Reader editions. George and Martha: One More Time contains the classic stories "The Scary Movie" and "The Secret Club. " Includes fun and educational activities.
Martha Speaks
by Susan MeddaughWhen TD brings Martha and Skits a new chew toy, the two dogs can't seem to stop fighting over who gets to play with it. Helen soon makes them watch a video (for babies!) about sharing and even threatens to take it away unless they can reach an agreement. After talks for trading toys break down, Martha comes up with a novel solution to the problem . . . will Helen be satisfied? Includes fun vocabulary-building activities.