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Max Spaniel: Best in Show
David Catrow - 2011
Max competes in a diving contest, a barking contest, and a talent contest. Will he be best in show?Readers will laugh out loud as Max outperforms all the other contestants. In the end, all the dogs are best in show, and they put on their own performance for the audience.
Rabbit and Robot and Ribbit
Cece Bell - 2016
He is going to surprise his good friend Robot at home. DING DONG! When Robot opens the door, he is surprised. He wasn’t expecting Rabbit. In fact, he is already engrossed in a game of checkers with another friend, Ribbit. Now Rabbit is the one who is surprised, and a bit jealous. While Robot thinks everything Ribbit says is humorous, all Rabbit hears is "ribbit." And Ribbit eats flies with her popcorn. Gross! When Rabbit and Ribbit get mad because they both want to be Cowboy Jack Rabbit, Robot’s Emotion Decoder overheats, leaving him out of commission. Can Rabbit and Ribbit find a way to work together to revive their friend?
Pete the Cat: Too Cool for School
Kimberly Dean - 2014
He has so many colorful choices in his closet to choose from, how will he decide on one?In this hilarious I Can Read tale, Pete learns it's not what you wear, but how you wear it that makes you cool.
The Case of the Cat's Meow
Crosby Newell Bonsall - 1965
The four members of the Private Eyes Club—Skinny, Wizard, Snitch, and Tubby—solve the baffling case of the missing cat.
No Fighting, No Biting!
Else Holmelund Minarik - 1958
So she tells them stories about two little alligators who are always fighting and biting—just like Willy and Rosa!
The Best Teacher in Second Grade
Katharine Kenah - 2006
Hopper loves the midnight sky almost as much as Luna does, but the rest of the class isn’t on the same page. They won’t listen to her ideas for the Family Night program—until something goes unexpectedly wrong! With a nudge from Mr. Hopper, Luna shares her plan which just might save the show.From the team who wrote and illustrated The Best Seat in Second Grade, and The Best Chef in Second Grade, this is a heartfelt story that shows the difference a good teacher can make in a student’s life.This Level Two I Can Read is geared toward kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
Ballet Cat: The Totally Secret Secret
Bob Shea - 2015
Nothing that Sparkles suggests--making crafts, playing checkers, and selling lemonade--goes well with the leaping, spinning, and twirling that Ballet Cat likes to do. When Sparkles's leaps, spins, and twirls seem halfhearted, Ballet Cat asks him what's wrong. Sparkles doesn't want to say. He has a secret that Ballet Cat won't want to hear. What Sparkles doesn't know is that Ballet Cat has a secret of her own, a totally secret secret. Once their secrets are shared, will their friendship end, or be stronger than ever?
A Birthday for Frances
Russell Hoban - 1969
It is Gloria's birthday but Frances is not sure whether or not to give Gloria a present, as she is the kind of little sister who can't catch, can't throw and who when playing hide-and-seek, always hides in places where part of her is sticking out.Will Frances give Gloria her present..?
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!
Thank You Day: Ready-to-Read Pre-Level 1
Angela C. Santomero - 2014
Who will Daniel decide to thank with his note? This sweet story includes an important message about manners that’s just right for preschoolers.© 2014 The Fred Rogers Company.
Harry and the Lady Next Door
Gene Zion - 1960
Every time Harry tries to stop her, he gets in trouble! Can Harry solve the neighborhood′s problem before he′s sent to the doghouse?This is an irresistible story featuring a classic picture book character, especially perfect for young dog lovers and fans of Harry the Dirty Dog.For more fun with Harry the Dirty Dog, don't miss No Roses for Harry! and Harry by the Sea.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer)
Kristen L. Depken - 2001
Celebrate Christmas with everyone’s favorite red-nosed reindeer!A terrible blizzard is coming! Who will lead Santa’s sleigh through the storm and save Christmas?This Step 2 Step into Reading retells the story of the most famous reindeer of all—Rudolph!
I Can Be a Teacher (Barbie)
Mary Man-Kong - 2011
Girls ages 4 to 6 will want Barbie to be their teacher, too!
Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb
Al Perkins - 1969
in full color. A madcap band of dancing, prancing monkeys explain hands, fingers, and thumbs to beginning readers.
Don't Throw It to Mo!
David A. Adler - 2015
He may not be the biggest, the strongest, or the fastest player, but he won't let that stop him from playing!Mo is the youngest kid on the Robins, his football team. His classmates don’t mind, but the kids on their rival team tease him for being a "butterfingers" who's too tiny to catch the ball. But Mo's coach has a plan to turn Mo's little size into a big win for the Robins!