The Khao San Road, Bangkok - first stop for the hordes of rootless young Westerners traveling in Southeast Asia. On Richard's first night there, a fellow traveler slashes his wrists, bequeathing to Richard a meticulously drawn map to "the Beach." Th…
Based on a real person, this tall tale tells the story of legendary nurseryman Johnny Appleseed and how he introduced apple trees to large parts of the United States. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and histor…
Generations have fallen in love with this classic story of a grandson and grandfather whose visit to a family farm with a special tractor brings back memories. Grandpa Joe takes his grandson Timmy back to the site of his family's farm, where the ol…
Snowdrops and crocuses yield to tulips and hyacinths, then dogwood blossoms, iris, lupine, daisies, morning glories, daylilies, geraniums, peonies, sunflowers, roses, and chrysanthemums as spring passes to summer, then autumn. At last the garden slu…
Based on a real person, this tall tale tells the story of legendary train engineer Casey Jones and his heroic last ride on the Cannonball Express. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the…
Perfect for kindergarteners and first graders to read on their own--a blow-by-blow account of one of the most famous ferry rides in the world This Level F book is perfect for first-grade readers. Breathtaking scenes illustrate and illuminate a text…
Tug is a little boat with a big job He pulls cruise ships, tall ships, and even a fireworks barge This charming board book follows a day in the life of a New York City tugboat. Simple language, lush illustrations, and a happy, straightforward story…
When Zack meets his second-grade teacher, Miss Smith, he can tell right away that her class will be different. But he has no idea just how different it will be Miss Smith has a knack for telling tales when she reads from her incredible book, the sto…
An easy reader inspired by the viral pizza rat YouTube video. Life is a challenge for a city mouse. Dogs, cats, and people are daily dangers. But when the whiskered hero of this story uncovers one of the greatest treats New York City has to offer a…
I Like to Read(R) Books for Beginning Readers - More than 70 fun-to-read books for new readers - Guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards - Award-winning easy reader series, created by acclaimed author-illustrators…
It's the nightmare of parents and babysitters everywhere Being asked countless off-the-wall questions as you put a child to bed. And every answer only causes more silly questions and more delays. This is the dilemma Herman Jiggle's mom confronts as…
When Pete sets off for Grandma's house, he runs into bad traffic. He tries a different route, and soon finds himself lost on a woodsy road. Where is Mutt Street? he asks a bear. That way, the bear replies. As Pete follows directions from different a…
This magical story will set Irish eyes a-smiling! The happy Irish farmer Seamus and his pet goat, Finny, seek the chance of a lifetime at the King Puck Festival. And as Seamus and Finny's adventure unfolds, you'll adore finding the fairies hidden in…
This bright picture book offers young readers the tale of one young girl's struggle to save her family property at auction by selling her horse during financially difficult times in the 1930s. Reprint. Jr Lit Guild. K. SLJ.
A wonderful Halloween adventure with Miss Smith and her students Miss Smith's students know to expect the unexpected when she reads from her magical book. This time, Miss Smith takes her kids to the eerie library down the block and introduces them t…
This picture book chronicles the travels of Lewis Hine, who used his camera to document child labor in the 20th century Stunning visuals and poetic text combine to tell the inspiring story of Lewis Hine (1874-1940), a teacher and photographer who e…
Bright bold artwork and lots of gorgeous cars--and one tractor --star in this playful board book about a car wash for babies and toddlers. Splash Splash Car gets wet and soapy as he goes through the car wash. He's had a big adventure today. His shi…
Birds make many kinds of nests in many kinds of places--to keep their eggs safe and to keep chicks safe. In this exquisitely illustrated picture book, created with both traditional woodcut and digital tools, acclaimed artist Michael Garland celebrat…
This truly tall tale weaves the story of giant lumberjack Paul Bunyan and his beloved bovine companion, Babe. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the tale, and an introduction to the auth…
He must make a speech to a joint session of Congress that will build support for America's entry to World War II, but to do that he needs an armored vehicle in which to make the short trip from the White House to the Capitol Building. According to l…
Packing themselves into an old jalopy-with Daddy, Uncle Vern, and Mama in the front seat and Cassie and her two brothers in the back-they joined the Great Migration from the impoverished Deep South to Chicago, where there was work to be had in the s…
This tall tale weaves the story of legendary cowboy Pecos Bill, who was raised by coyotes and had adventures with his beloved horse, Widow-Maker. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the t…
