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Harry and the Guinea Pig


Gene Zion - 2021
    But when the neighbor’s guinea pig visits for a whole week, Harry feels ignored, so he sprints into action, doing everything and anything he can to be noticed. Then the children decide to bring both Harry and the guinea pig to school, and the real adventure begins!In his first new escapade in over fifty years, Harry returns to capture the hearts of loyal fans and new readers everywhere. With the same charm and humor as the original classics by acclaimed collaborators Gene Zion and Margaret Bloy Graham, this new Harry tale will make you fall in love again with that clever and mischievous white dog with black spots.

Brownie & Pearl See the Sights


Cynthia Rylant - 2010
    They visit all their favorite spots, like the shoe shop and the hat shop, before discovering the city’s sweetest sight of all. Mmm… cupcakes, anyone? With its lovable characters, delicious storyline, and irresistible illustrations, this third installment in the Brownie & Pearl series is full of holiday heart and flair.

Frank and Bean


Jamie Michalak - 2019
    He likes his tent, his pencil, and writing in his secret notebook. Bean likes noise. He likes his bus, his trumpet -- toot, toot! -- and making music. Loud music. But Bean is missing something: he does not have words. What will happen if Frank shares his words with Bean? With a laugh-out-loud narrative by Jamie Michalak, author of the Joe and Sparky series, and Bob Kolar's bright, graphic, comical illustrations, this fresh and funny story will go down easy for beginning readers and young listeners alike.

Kingdom of Color (Disney Tangled)


Melissa Lagonegro - 2010
    . . lots of hair, when Disney Tangled comes to theaters Holiday 2010! With super simple text and full-color illustrations, this Step 1 reader is based on Disney’s swashbuckling, computer-animated comedy.

The Berenstain Bears' Sleepover


Jan Berenstain - 2008
    Mama and Papa try their best to keep everything under control, but will they ever get those cubs to bed?The Berenstain Bears’ Sleepover is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and read full sentences.

Too Crowded


Lena Podesta - 2021
    It feels TOO CROWDED! When Gil leaves his bowl in search of open spaces, he finds a world full of many interesting…and loud … and possibly dangerous creatures.It turns out that life outside the bowl might not be right for a fish. Thank goodness for Turtle, a citizen of the not-so-great outdoors who comes to Gil’s rescue! Will Gil make peace with his home sweet home, and maybe even find room for a friend in the process?

Snowman - Cold = Puddle: Spring Equations


Laura Purdie Salas - 2019
    Each clever equation is a tiny, perfect poem that prompts readers to look at the ordinary and see the miraculous. Can you look at an egg in a nest and see a jewelry box? How are sunlight and heat like an alarm clock? Engaging sidebars reveal the science behind the signs of spring.

Pizza and Taco: Who's the Best?


Stephen Shaskan - 2020
    Two best friends, lots of toppings...but only one of them can be the BEST, right? Best friends are the BEST! But WHO is the BEST? Is it Pizza or Taco? The question is debatable! They both love water slides. They both are friends with Hot Dog and Hamburger. In fact, maybe they should have a debate and get their friends to VOTE for who's the best! Can their friendship survive the race for top spot on the popularity food chain? Cast your VOTE!

Pig and Pug


Laura Marchesani - 2015
    All the animals have friends, but Pig does not. One day a new animal comes to the farm. Pug has a curly tail like Pig. Pug plays in the mud like Pig. Pug even snorts like Pig. Pug is not a pig, but maybe, just maybe, Pig and Pug can be friends!

Arthur's Family Vacation


Marc Brown - 1993
    Arthur is unhappy about going on vacation with his family, but he shows them how to make the best of a bad situation when they end up stuck in a motel because of rain.

The Ugly Five


Julia Donaldson - 2017
    

How to Hide a Lion


Helen Stephens - 2012
    Luckily, there are lots of good places to hide a lion—behind the shower curtain, in your bed, and even up a tree. But can Iris hide her lion forever?With Helen Stephens's timeless art and elegant text, readers will fall in love with Iris and her lion.

Make a Wish, Henry Bear


Liam Francis Walsh - 2019
    Henry Bear has very unusual parents. They encourage him to stay up all night, eat chocolate cake at every meal, and get into trouble with his teacher.But what happens when Henry Bear grows tired of indulging in childish things? Find out in this droll tale about making wishes with unanticipated consequences written and illustrated by the creator of Fish, which Kirkus Reviews, in a starred review, called “full-bodied” and “rewarding.”

It Will Be OK: A story of empathy, kindness, and friendship


Lisa Katzenberger - 2021
    But today, Giraffe isn't there! Where could he be? Zebra spots him hiding in the tree; Giraffe has seen a spider and is scared silly. Zebra patiently talks to Giraffe and does the very best thing: supports Giraffe for as long as Giraffe needs it.

Wild Reptiles: Snakes, Crocodiles, Lizards, and Turtles (Wild Kratts)


Chris Kratt - 2015
    PBS’s successful animated show Wild Kratts follows the adventures of zoologists Chris and Martin Kratt as they travel to animal habitats around the globe. Along the way, they encounter incredible creatures while combining science education with fun. Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 can join the Kratt brothers as they activate their Creature Power Suits to creep, crawl, and slither with amazing reptiles!Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.