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Amelia Bedelia Makes a Friend


Herman Parish - 2011
    But she isn’t anything at all like Jen. Or is she?Amelia Bedelia discovers that friends come in all shapes and sizes, in this easy-to-read book about friendship that is just right for beginning readers.

Snack Attack!


Terry Border - 2019
    Perfect for fans of Creepy Carrots and A Creepy Pair of Underwear.They had been warned of the dangers that lurked outside of their packages, but they didn't care. These three snacks were on a mission to have some fun, and no Monster Kids could stop them. The world of the kitchen belonged to Cookie, Pretzel, and Cheese Doodle--or so they thought.But when the three treats find a chilling note from Mom, they know it's time to come up with a plan to save themselves from the horrifying threat of the Kid. What should a smart Cookie and her friends do?Terry Border creates a brand-new, deliciously eerie masterpiece in which the kitchen tables are turned, and after-school snacks become the heroes of a sweet and salty story of survival.Praise for Snack Attack This comedic horror-lite story about snacks is just delectable, and offers an avenue of connection between the generations. --SLJSatisfyingly silly. --Kirkus Reviews

Tony Baroni Loves Macaroni


Marilyn Sadler - 2014
    This charming tale about a limited palette that is expanded, step-by-step, on a tour through noodle-dom is told in singsong verse. The importance of a balanced diet is addressed ever so subtly in this engaging story.

Barbie as the Island Princess


Daisy Alberto - 2007
    When a handsome prince rescues her, Barbie¨ must decide where she fits in best. Illustrated with full-color art from the movie, this Step 2 reader tells the story in the simple language that will help young Barbie¨ fans step into reading on their own.

Rock 'n' Roll Mole


Carolyn Crimi - 2011
    He wears a leather jacket (even in summer) and shades (even at night), and he can strut just like his idol, Mick Badger. But then Mole's friend Pig plans a talent show and, to everyone's shock, Mole refuses to play. He's a rock star, see-just as long as no one's watching. The night of the big show, Pig is ready for his sizzling dance number, but wait-his iPod's broken! Can Mole step up and save his friend's rep, or will the bright lights and big crowds make him shake in his shades?This tale of loyalty and self-esteem crackles with rockin' comedy for every generation-perfect for every kid, and their parents and grandparents

Babe the Sheep Pig: Oops, Pig!


Shana Corey - 1998
    Babe fans will love this sweet and funny celebration of domesticity as everyone's favorite pig shows us around his delightful home.

The Magic Pencil! (Pirate Ship and the Kraken)


Arnie Lightning - 2014
    Little does he know that today EVERYTHING will change!One day Noah comes home from school to see that his Uncle Eric is in town. Noah doesn't have many friends so he loves to have company. Uncle Eric is a magician and traveler. Some have labeled him as "mad as a box of lunatic frogs." Noah doesn't care though. He loves his uncle and the wacky and adventurous stories he shares.Uncle Eric gives Noah a gift from his adventures in Japan. It's a magic pencil he acquired in an underwater volleyball match with a mermaid named Carl.“It’s not just any pencil, of course! It’s a magic pencil! That fantastic little utensil has been in the “Carl” family for millions of years. And you’re such a gifted artist already I knew it had to come to you. You’ll be AMAZED at what happens when you start drawing with this little beauty.” -Uncle Eric (from the book) What will Noah draw first? Noah is not very impressed with the pencil. At first, it seems like a normal pencil in his normal life. Things will never be normal again!Noah draws a pirate ship with lots of pirates on board. To his disbelief, the pirate ship sails right off the page. He can't believe his eyes. What happens when the pirates kidnap Noah's dog? When Noah excitedly goes to tell his Uncle Eric what happened, he hears a yelp from upstairs. When he reaches the door, he sees the pirates pulling Burt (Noah's snow-white Highland Terrier) into the picture. The pirates have kidnapped Burt! What will Noah do? Amazon Prime Members can borrow this book for FREE! Special Note: The illustrations in this book are optimally formatted for a bright and vivid viewing experience on e-readers, reading apps, tablets, phones, and computers! 29 cute and silly illustrations (high quality pictures) 4,000+ words (perfect for early and beginner readers) Imagination, creativity, and the magic of a good story! What will Noah do? Burt is in trouble and it's all up to Noah to save him. How will Noah use his magic pencil and what will he draw next? Scroll up and click 'buy' to find out! 100% Money Back Guarantee Tags: children's books, childrens books, beginning readers, beginner reading, early readers, kids books, books for kids, short stories for kids, children books, cute, silly, funny books, illustrated childrens books, books for children, children's book, imagination books, creative childrens books, dogs, pirate, pirates, pirate ship, pirate ships, free books for kids, free, pirate books, kids pirate book, childrens pirate book, pirate ships, boy hero, hero, cute childrens books, children book, kid book, best seller childrens books, pirates at sea, pencil, ages 5-12, kindergarten, elementary books, middle school, school

My Little Pony: Princess Celestia and the Summer of Royal Waves


G.M. Berrow - 2015
    An original paper-over-board My Little Pony chapter book featuring Princess Celestia!

I Can Be a Farm Vet (Barbie)


Apple Jordan - 2016
    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.

Splat the Cat: Up in the Air at the Fair


Rob Scotton - 2014
    But when Kitten can't come, the friends are determined to bring her back the perfect gift. Beginning readers will delight in Splat's hilarious attempts to find the perfect present. Readers won't even know they are learning as they have fun with the -air sound.Splat the Cat: Up in the Air at the Fair is a is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.

Goose and Duck


Jean Craighead George - 2008
    Whatever I did, Goose did.Whatever Goose did, Duck did.When I sat down, Goose sat down.Duck sat down too.What's a little boy to do when a goose and a duck think that he's their mother? Especially when they follow him around, doing everything he does!Newbery Medal winner Jean Craighead George's comic story and Priscilla Lamont's lively art make for a silly tale about boys, geese, ducks, and the rhythms of nature.

Annie and Snowball and the Prettiest House: Ready-to-Read Level 2


Cynthia Rylant - 2007
    Annie likes her home, and loves living next door to Henry, but she wishes her house were pretty instead of plain. Can Henry and Mudge come to the rescue with a plan to make Annie's house beautiful?

Brunhilda's Backwards Day


Shawna J.C. Tenney - 2016
    Each morning, she wakes up on the wrong side of the bed, puts on her ugliest dress, eats spider mush for breakfast, and brushes her teeth with candy. Then she looks in the mirror and happily observes, “You are utterly repulsive!” As soon as she leaves the house, she begins to spread her misery. No one is safe from her rainy-day spells or her wart-growing charms!But one night, Brunhilda’s cat makes trouble instead.When Brunhilda wakes up that next morning, she is on the right side of the bed. All she can find to wear is a fluffy pink ball gown. And her spider mush is replaced with oatmeal; her candy replaced by toothpaste! The day has gone completely backwards. What will happen when Brunhilda casts her all-time favorite misery-inducing spells?This is a silly story about how sometimes being nice can be more rewarding than being mean. Brunhilda may decide to keep some of her warts in the end, but she’s a changed witch. Waking up on the wrong side of the bed just doesn’t work for her anymore.A picture book for 3 to 6 year olds, this book teaches kids that being kind and nice to people actually makes you feel better than playing tricks and being mean. A good lesson for young children, teachers and parents will enjoy the message while kids will be enthralled with the bright, colorful illustrations and the silly, warty witch.Sky Pony Press, with our Good Books, Racehorse and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of books for young readers—picture books for small children, chapter books, books for middle grade readers, and novels for young adults. Our list includes bestsellers for children who love to play Minecraft; stories told with LEGO bricks; books that teach lessons about tolerance, patience, and the environment, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Mary Had a Little Lamb


Marina Aizen - 2012
    Look through the die-cut holes in each page to see what her lambs are up to!

My Weird School Goes to the Museum


Dan Gutman - 2016
    and Andrea are taking a class trip to the museum! Their museum guide has been warned that one of them might misbehave. But who will it be?Join A.J. and Andrea from Ella Mentry School on this hilarious field trip as they show young readers why they attend the weirdest—and most fun!—school around.