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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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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'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 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 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 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
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 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.
Biscuit and the Little Pup
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliArf! Arf! When Biscuit finds a little pup in the park, he wants the pup to play with him. But the little pup won't come over to look at Biscuit's ball or to chew on a bone. In fact, he won't come out of his cozy hideaway at all! Is the little pup lost? How will Biscuit get the little pup to come out? Can he help his new friend's owner find the little pup too? Biscuit continues to charm the hearts of friends old and new in this, his twelfth adventure for the youngest of readers. Other books about Biscuit are available in this library.
Biscuit Meets the Class Pet
by Alyssa Satin Capucilli and Pat SchoriesHop, hop! There's someone new at Biscuit's house--Nibbles, the class pet, has come for a visit. Nibbles likes exploring Biscuit's home and wants to play with all of Biscuit's toys. Biscuit isn't sure if he is ready to share with Nibbles, but soon Biscuit realizes that he likes having a visitor after all! The youngest of readers will be delighted by the story of Biscuit's new friendship in this appealing, easy-to-read adventure. Other book about Biscuit are available in this library.
Biscuit's New Trick
by Alyssa Satin Capucilli and Pat SchoriesBiscuit doesn't want to play fetch the ball--until the ball lands in a mud puddle. Then Biscuit can't wait to show off his new trick!
Biscuit Loves the Library
by Alyssa Satin Capucilli and Pat SchoriesThere is so much to do--and there are so many friends to see--at the library!
Biscuit Goes To School
by Alyssa Satin Capucilli and Pat SchoriesBrand new readers will love reading about the gentle, and often funny, daily adventures of the adorable family puppy, Biscuit, in these classic emergent readers.
Biscuit
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliThe city is a big, busy place for a little yellow puppy. From gazing at the tops of tall buildings to chasing pigeons across crowded sidewalks, there's so much to do! There are more people than Biscuit's ever seen before, too -- and so many new friends to make! Image Descriptions Added.
Small Wolf
by Nathaniel BenchleyA young Native American boy sets out to hunt on Manhattan Island and discovers some strange people with white faces and very different ideas about land. As the author notes: Although this story is about Manhattan, Small Wolf and his father could be any of the American Indians who were displaced from their homes and hunting grounds by the white men.
George the Drummer Boy
by Nathaniel BenchleyMore than two hundred years ago, Boston belonged to the British. George was a drummer boy with the King's soldiers there. He wanted to be friends with the people of Boston. But they did not like the soldiers. They shouted and threw things at them. One night, George and the other soldiers were sent on a secret mission. They crossed the river and headed toward Concord. George had no idea that this was the start of the American Revolution. In this I Can Read Book, Don Bolognese's vibrant pictures capture the drama and humor of Nathaniel Benchley's exciting story.
Sam the Minuteman
by Nathaniel Benchley"Get your gun" Sam's father said. "The British soldiers are coming this way "Sam's father was a Minuteman. Sam was ready in a minute. Father and son rushed to the village green. Other Minutemen were already there.
Buffalo Bill and the Pony Express
by Eleanor Coerr and Don BologneseBased on actual events in the legendary rider's life, this exciting adventure story of Buffalo Bill will have youngsters galloping along with Bill as he encounters the many dangers on the trail. Beginning readers will enjoy discovering what life was really like on the Pony Express in this action-packed story.
The Big Balloon Race
by Eleanor CoerrAriel almost causes her famous mother to lose a balloon race and then helps her win it.
The Josefina Story Quilt
by Eleanor CoerrA historically based, affectionate story of good and bad times on a nineteenth-century wagon-train journey. Coerr packs strong emotions into the story, which is detailed and eventful enough to create vivid historical setting within the confines of a beginning-to-read format. In Children's Editors' Choices for 1986, Notable 1986 Children's Trade Books in Social Studies, and The USA Through Children's Books 1985.
The Long Way to a New Land
by Joan Sandin"We will go to America!" It is 1868, and Carl Erik's family faces starvation in Sweden. As their hopes fade, they must endure a journey over land and sea to reach a better life in a new country thousands of miles away.
The Golly Sisters Ride Again
by Betsy ByarsThe Golly Sisters, May-May and Rose, share further adventures as they take their traveling show through the West.
Surprises
by Lee Bennett Hopkins and Megan Lloyd'These thirty-eight poems offer beginning readers a chance to try some verse. With drawings that pack a lot of action, a friendly book that will connect with everyday lives and lend a little music along the way. ' --BL. Notable Children's Books of 1984 (ALA) Best Books of 1984 (SLJ) Children's Books of 1984 (Library of Congress)
A Pet for Me
by Lee Bennett Hopkins and Jane ManningFrom a devoted mutt giving "sloppy doggy kisses" to a tarantula munching happily on a cricket lunch, this lively collection of twenty poems celebrates the relationship between children and their pets. Popular poet and noted anthologist Lee Bennett Hopkins brings together many of today's best children's poets -- including X. J. Kennedy, Alice Schertle, and Karla Kuskin -- in this delightful festival of friendship. Jane Manning's bright and richly textured art cheerfully complements these playful poems.
Weather
by Lee Bennett HopkinsA collection of poems describing various weather conditions, by such authors as Christina G. Rossetti, Myra Cohn Livingston, and Aileen Fisher.