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'I Can Read!' Leveled Readers Series
Description: A collection of leveled readers for beginning young readers published by Harper Collins. #kids #teachers #earlyreaders #earlylearning #earlychildhood #preschool
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Jake's New Friend
by Crystal BowmanWhen his family goes to the park, in Jake’s New Friend, they meet a family whose son is in a wheelchair. Jake wants to play by himself, but he’s encouraged to play with the other boy, and to his surprise, he learns they have a lot in common!
Jake's Brave Night
by Crystal BowmanJake is excited about having his own bedroom, but when it comes time to go to sleep, he is afraid of the dark and afraid of being alone. Jake tries to conquer his fears by turning on the bedroom light. When that doesn’t work, he takes his animals to bed with him. Then he tries crawling under his bed. When none of these methods work, he crawls back into bed and finally falls asleep. The next morning, when Jake tells his parents what happened, they get him a night light and remind him that God is with him all night long. The next night Jake has no trouble falling asleep.
Jake Plays Ball
by Crystal BowmanJake’s friend Jason comes over to play with Jake and wants to play baseball. After Jason hits the ball several times, Jake wants a turn to bat. Jake keeps striking out, so Jason gets frustrated and goes home. Jake is discouraged at his inability to play baseball. Mother assures Jake that with patience, practice, and God’s help, he will learn to hit the ball too. Grandma comes over for a visit and Jake asks her to play baseball with him. Grandma has the time, patience, and encouragement Jake needs to learn how to hit the ball.
Jake Learns to Share
by Crystal BowmanIn Jake Learns to Share, its Jake’s birthday and he’s announced he’s going to eat his cake all by himself. He also intends to play with his presents all by himself. But he quickly discovers that leaving his family out of the fun makes for a boring, lonely celebration!
Jake Helps Out
by Crystal BowmanJake is excited about going to the beach with Mother, Father, and his little sister, Kelly. He wants to help out so they can be on their way. After spilling the milk, breaking a plate, and sloshing pickle juice in the picnic basket, he finally goes to his room feeling like he’s just in the way. While waiting for Mother and Father to finish the chores, he reads books to Kelly. When they get to the beach, Jake helps Kelly build a sand castle and teaches her how to swim. At the end of the day, Mother and Father explain to Jake that he was a big helper even though he didn’t realize it.
Jake Goes Fishing
by Crystal BowmanJake and Father plan to go fishing, but on the way to the lake Jake spills the worms. Jake is noisy in the boat and then gets a fish hook caught in his pants. When things finally settle down, they catch several fish for supper and have a great day together. But feeling sorry for the fish, Jake decides to put them back in the lake. Jake feels like he spoiled the day by wanting to put the fish back. Father assures Jake that God gave them a good day to have fun and be together. Father stops by the store on the way home and they buy some crackers shaped like fish.
I Saw You in the Bathtub and Other Folk Rhymes
by Alvin SchwartzThis book is filled with rhymes. They are silly and funny and scary. Nobody knows who made them up. But some of the poets were children. Their rhymes were passed from person to person. And now they have reached you. Maybe some day You will write a rhyme like one of these.
Inspector Hopper's Mystery Year
by Doug CushmanIntroducing Inspector Hopper, a grasshopper with a feel--and feelers--for mysteries, this I Can Read Book follows two bug sleuths as they unravel the mysteries of the insect world. An I Can Read Level 2 book.
If You're Happy and You Know It
by Various AuthorsIf You’re Happy and You Know It combines words, music, and opportunity for interaction in this level-one reader. The fun illustrations give visual clues to readers as they learn the words to all the verses. An easy-to-read song sheet is included so that parents or teachers can play the melody. Children will enjoy exploring ways to joyfully praise the Lord. If You’re Happy and You Know It is part of the I Can Read™/Song Series.
How Many Fish?
by Caron Lee CohenA story of six fish and six feet interact underneath the water. When one fish gets lost under a bucket, the feet unknowingly saves the fish.
Howie Wants to Play / Fido quiere jugar
by Sara HendersonIn Howie Wants to Play beginning readers learn that God loves them no matter what. It’s a lesson playful Howie learns after he makes some big messes. The fun illustrations match the tone of the story. My First-level readers will find this book to be as irresistible as Howie himself. En Chispa quiere jugar los lectores principiantes aprenden que Dios los ama pase lo que pase. Esta es una lección que Chispa aprende después que hace sus buenas trastadas. Las divertidas ilustraciones se corresponden con el tono del relato. Los lectores de nivel 1 hallarán a este libro tan irresistible como el mismo Chispa.
Howie Wants to Play
by Sara HendersonIn Howie Wants to Play beginning readers learn that God loves them no matter what. It’s a lesson playful Howie learns after he makes some big messes. The fun illustrations match the tone of the story. My First-level readers will find this book to be as irresistible as Howie himself.
Howie's Tea Party / La merienda de Fido
by Sara HendersonEmma pretends Howie is Mrs. Brown, a guest at her tea party. But she soon learns that puppies pay no attention to manners. Beginning readers will learn that God has given everyone their own gift. Howie has his too—being a puppy. Whimsical illustrations complement this wonderfully written story of make-believe. Emma pretende que Chispa es la Sra. Brown, una invitada a su merienda. Pero ella pronto aprende que los cachorros no le prestan atención a los buenos modales. Los lectores principiantes aprenderán que Dios le ha dado a cada persona su propio don. Chispa tiene el suyo también: ser un cachorro. Las ilustraciones caprichosas complementan este relato imaginario maravillosamente escrito.
Howie's Tea Party
by Sara HendersonEmma pretends Howie is Mrs. Brown, a guest at her tea party. But she soon learns that puppies pay no attention to manners. Beginning readers will learn that God has given everyone their own gift. Howie has his too—being a puppy. Whimsical illustrations complement this wonderfully written story of make-believe.
Howie Goes Shopping / Howie va de Compras
by Sara HendersonHowie likes to shop. But, oh my! What a mess he makes. Apples drop. Balloons pop. Emma cries, "Stop!" Oh, no! Is Howie in trouble? Howie quiere hacer de compras. ¡Pero, ah mi! Lo que un lío él hace. Las manzanas dejan caer. Los globos pinchan. ¡Los gritos de Emma, la "Parada"! ¡Ah, no! ¿Está en un apuro Howie?
Howie Goes Shopping/Fido va de compras
by Sara HendersonHowie’s shopping spree gets out of hand, and trouble abounds. Early readers will learn that no matter how bad things get, families stick together and love each other. Howie Goes Shopping will keep My First–level readers turning the pages to find out what happens next. La salida para ir de compras de Chispa se ha descontrolado, y los problemas abundan. Los primeros lectores aprenderán que sin que importe lo malas que estén las cosas, las familias permanecen unidas y se quieren los unos a los otros. Chispa va de compras mantendrá a sus lectores de primer nivel volteando páginas para saber lo que sucede luego.
Howie Goes Shopping
by Sara HendersonHowie’s shopping spree gets out of hand, and trouble abounds. Early readers will learn that no matter how bad things get, families stick together and love each other. Howie Goes Shopping will keep My First–level readers turning the pages to find out what happens next.
Howie Finds a Hug / Fido recibe un abrazo
by Sara HendersonIn Howie Finds a Hug, readers learn that «a family is a hug from God» Young children will identify with Howie, an adorable puppy who needs some attention. Winsome illustrations and easy text make this a great choice for early readers. En Chispa recibe un abrazo los lectores aprenden que «una familia es un abrazo de Dios». Los niños pequeños se identificarán con Chispa, un adorable cachorro que necesita atención. Las ilustraciones atractivas y el texto fácil hacen de este libro una gran selección para los primeros lectores.
Howie Finds a Hug
by Sara HendersonIn Howie Finds a Hug, readers learn that “a family is a hug from God.” Young children will identify with Howie, an adorable puppy who needs some attention. Winsome illustrations and easy text make this a great choice for early readers.
He's Got the Whole World in His Hands
by Various AuthorsLevel one readers—those who still may need some help—will learn the words to all the verses of “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands” in this creatively illustrated book. A simple song sheet, included with this reader, allows parents and teachers to play the melody while children read/sing along. What a perfect way for children to learn all the verses of this much-loved song. He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands is part of the I Can Read™ /Song Series.
Here Comes the Strikeout!
by Leonard KesslerHitting the ball is hard work, but after lots of practice and advice from his friend Willy, Bobby learns how.
Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur!
by Syd HoffWhat would happen if a dinosaur came to a birthday party? Come to Danny's house and find out. His friend the dinosaur helps make this one party you'll never forget!
Happy Birthday Barnabas
by Royden LeppIn simple language and delightful pictures, residents of Brookdale Wood come alive with personality and charm. Happy Birthday Barnabas!—Barnabas Bear celebrates his birthday with Russell Raccoon with a calm and proper English tea party. As Barnabas passes the sugar, he wonders what his other friends are up to. The reader will guess what Barnabas can’t seem to see in this story that is packed with humor and silliness.
A Green, Green Garden
by Mercer MayerLittle Critter is going green! Little Critter#xAE; learns that planting his own garden is a lot of fun and a lot of work. But the result-a green, green garden-is something he can cherish and enjoy. Young readers will love this heartwarming new addition to the I Can Read! Little Critter series. With easy-to-read text and colorful art, Little Critter: A Green, Green Garden is the perfect story for little readers everywhere.The garden is planted. Little Critter is waiting ... and waiting. Finally, there are plants. Will Little Critter get some to eat, or will deer gobble them up?