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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
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.
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 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.
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'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'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.
Marley
by Susan HillWhen Mommy decides to surprise Cassie with a newly painted bedroom, Marley wants to help. But by the time he's done, the messy dog is in need of a little help himself.
Ruby Bakes a Cake
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Ruby Paints a Picture
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Ruby’s Perfect Day
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Arthur's Funny Money
by Lillian HobanThis story is fun and very easy to read. Through all of the silliness it teaches many things about money, counting it, earning it and spending it. Children will see why it helps to know how to count and add and subtract. Arthur and his sister are in for a day filled with surprises from a soap eating dog to a bunch of children demanding to have their toys cleaned for free. Arthur and Violet are a good sister and brother team. Violet has many ideas for her brother and willingly helps him. At the end she plays a little number trick on him and he gives her a sweet reward. Early elementary grade children will learn in an enjoyable way about saving, counting, doing story problems, negotiating, compromising, advertising, getting along with customers and prices that go up and come down. A few pictures have been described by the validator.
Arthur's Loose Tooth
by Lillian HobanEmergent readers will identify with Arthur, the young chimpanzee who is the star of the classic series, as he loses a tooth, finally parts with his beloved Honey Bear, and goes on a campout.
Bread and Jam for Frances
by Russell C. Hoban and Lillian HobanFrances is a fussy eater. In fact, the only thing she likes is bread and jam. She won't touch her squishy soft-boiled egg. She trades away her chicken-salad sandwich at lunch. She turns up her nose at boring veal cutlets. Unless Mother can come up with a plan, Frances just might go on eating bread and jam forever!
Silly Tilly's Thanksgiving Dinner
by Lillian HobanIt's Thanksgiving, and Silly Tilly Mole is planning to make Thanksgiving dinner for all her friends. But where did she put the invitations? What happened to her recipes? And why is her house so full of frog? There's a big surprise in store for silly Tilly in this hilarious story with cheery full-color pictures by Lillian Hoban. "[Silly Tilly Mole] sends out recipe cards instead of invitations for Thanksgiving dinner. Even though she forgets to cook and falls asleep, the party is saved when her animal guests arrive with their favorite dishes. Watercolors in vibrant autumn hues accentuate this comedy of errors with quirky characterizations and fine brushwork. " BL.
The Best Breakfast
by Mona HodgsonMeet Peck, a chubby desert quail who just wants to have his friends over for a morning meal. Breakfast for Everyone is the latest entry in the popular I Can Read™ line of books for young readers. Intended for level-two readers, Breakfast for Everyone is educational, entertaining, and it has a lovely message about accepting each other’s differences—differences that are God’s plan for us. Peck has made seed pancakes and invited all his friends over for breakfast. But each guest shows up with something different—from grass salad to lizard soup—and Peck’s disappointed that no one’s sharing his pancakes. Then he remembers that God made us all different on purpose, and that friendship is the very best thing to share!
The Princess Twins and the Puppy
by Mona HodgsonIn this level-one story, Princess Abby shoos away their Puppy at tea time, but when she tries to find the pup at play time, the pup is gone. Princess Emma helps her search, but Abby is on her own when she has to go into the dark cellar to rescue the stuck puppy. Abby prays for Jesus to be with her as she bravely steps down the dark steps. This level-one story teaches girls what it means to be a princess for the true King. A lesson in trusting in Jesus when you are afraid.
Thank You, God, for Rain
by Mona HodgsonFor those who think the desert is a lot of hot sand and cactus, here’s a reminder that it’s also teeming with God’s creatures! Another entry in the I Can Read™ series of books for early readers, Thank You, God, for Rain reminds youngsters that we should be grateful for even the simplest things. Intended for level-two readers, Thank You, God, for Rain is peopled with a variety of desert critters—from owls, wrens, and roadrunners to jackrabbits, lizards, and crickets—all of whom have reason to be thankful for a cool summer rain. And the clever twist at the end—they pile into a play swimming pool filled with rainwater—is sure to delight young readers!
Barney's Horse
by Syd HoffEvery day, Barney the peddler and his horse come into town. But one day the new trains send Barney's horse off and running. Will he ever come back?
Danny and the Dinosaur
by Syd HoffThe dinosaur thinks he’s much too tall. It’s not easy being different! Danny decides to cheer his friend up, and together they discover that being too tall might not be so bad after all.
Readers first fell in love with Danny and his prehistoric pal in the I Can Read classic Danny and the Dinosaur, created by Syd Hoff in 1958. Now the popular pair are together again in a hilarious I Can Read adventure sure to win over a new generation of beginning readers.
This Level One I Can Read book is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
Danny and the Dinosaur and the New Puppy
by Syd HoffDanny gets a brand-new puppy, and the dinosaur can't wait to join in on the fun! What happens when you play fetch with a dinosaur or ask him to roll over.
Danny and the Dinosaur Go to Camp
by Syd HoffFrom the book jacket: Guess who's going to summer camp with Danny?
His friend the dinosaur. An expert at foot races and football, and happy to help when weary hikers need a lift, this gigantic camper is a huge hit.
Since the publication of Danny and the Dinosaur in 1958, the popular pair has been a favorite for beginning readers everywhere, who, like Danny, love the dinosaur as much for the measure of his size as for the largeness of his heart.
Those who enjoy this book may also want to read "Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur!" (also available from Bookshare).
This file should make an excellent embossed braille copy. AGES 3-7