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Books for Children

...in and for children :

Click on any of the following Ready-to-Learn Workshop themes to see what free books are available at that workshop. They are distributed for free to any attendee of a Ready To Learn workshop.

COPING WITH FEELINGS (16 found)

ABC I like me!

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

An ABC book about things that your children can like about themselves!

- by Nancy Carlson

1


Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

Alexander wakes up with gum in his hair. His best friend is mean to him. He has to eat lima beans for dinner. And there's kissing on TV. For Alexander, it is a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day.

- by Judith Viorst

2


Arthur's Eyes

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Arthur can't see the board at school. No one wants to be on his team because he can't see where the basket is. He is ashamed to find out that he has to wear glasses.

- by Marc Brown

3


Chameleon's Colors

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Chameleon's can change colors, but what if the other animals could too?

- by Chisato Tashiro

4


Chrysanthemum

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Chrysanthemum is so proud of her name, until, that is, she starts school. The other kids cannot believe that she is named after a flower!

- by Kevin Henkes

5


David gets into trouble

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

Every time David gets into trouble, he has the same response: It wasn't my fault!

- by David Shannon

6


Families are Different

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Nico doesn't look like her mom and dad. That is because she is adopted. Nico looks around and realizes she is like everyone else- she is different!

- by Nina Pellegrini

7


Giraffes Can't Dance

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Gerald is a tall awkward Giraffe that gets made fun of because he can't dance. What can Gerald do?

- by Giles Andreae and Guy Parker-Rees

8


I was so mad

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

A Mercer Mayer's Little Critter story, which address all the major issues of growing up, are perennial favorites of parents and children.

9


Junie B. First Grader (at last!)

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Hurray, hurray for a brand-new school year! Only, for Junie B. Jones, things are not actually that pleasant, because first grade means having to get used to a whole new classroom. And a whole new teacher. And a whole new bunch of strange children. But here's the worst thing of all: when Junie B tries to read words on the chalkboard, she can't seem to see what everyone else is seeing! Is it possible she might actually end up wearing... glasses?

- by Barbara Park

10


Math Rashes and Other Classroom Tales

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

The New School Year Moon shines over every school the night before it opens. This year the moons shines over the W.T. Melon Elementary School brighter than ever. The man in the moon is none other than W. T. Melon himself! There is no doubt about it, this school year will be full of surprises- magical surprises that may teach Morgan, Richard, Kate, and the rest of the third-graders a lesson or two.

- by Douglas Evans

11


Off to Bed

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

What does a little monster do before going to bed? He runs all around the house, plays with his toothbrush, dances on his bed, asks to hear a story. . . Off to bed, little monster!

12


Officer Buckle and Gloria

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

No one pays attention to Officer Buckle when he is giving out safety tips, until Gloria, his police dog, suprises them!

- by Peggy Rathmann

13


The Three Little Pigs (Super WHY!)

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Pig is upset that Jill is knocking down his blocks, so the Super Readers zoom to the rescue! Come along with the Super Readers as they fly into the book The Three Little Pigs and help Pig find a way to solve his problem with Jill.

- based on the TV series created by Angela C. Santomero

14


The Way I Feel

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Ramp with your child through this delightful word book of feelings. This is a wonderful addition to any child's library of books that explain the world out there, as well as the world within.

- by Janan Cain

15


What a Tantrum!

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

What happens when Roberto has a tantrum- watch out!

- by Mireille d' Allance

16


 

MATH/SCIENCE (11 found)

A Day in Space

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

3, 2, 1,... Blast Off!

You are about to spend a day in space! Find out what it is like to walk in space, launch a satellite, eat, sleep, and brush your teeth without gravity! Join the crew for twenty-four hours that are out of this world.

- by Suzanne Lord and Jolie Epstein

1


Arthur's Science Fair Trouble

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Arthur gets into trouble when he borrows his father's old science project for his own school's science fair.

- by Marc Brown

2


Astronauts

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

What is the role of an astronauts in mission to space? Find out in this Rookie Read-About Science book from Scholastic.

- by Carmen Bredeson

3


Bugs! Bugs! Bugs!

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Butterflies, ladybugs, daddy long-legs, grasshoppers, and more! Explore the world of bugs in this brightly illustrated and easy to read pre-schooler book.

- by Bob Barner

4


El Sistem Solar

Age appropriate for:

Language: Spanish

Este libro explica a los jovenes lectores que es el sistema solar. Las fotos a color y el texto sencillo animan a los niños a leer solos, mientras aprenden acera de los planetas, cometas, asteroides, y cuerpos que dan vueltas alrededor del Sol.

- por Carmen Bredeson

5


Fiesta

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

What things do you need for a party? Come and count them in English and Spanish.

- by Ginger Foglesong Guy

6


If you Decide to Go to the Moon

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Did you know that every step that you take on the moon will take you five times as far as a step on Earth? Find out more fascinating facts about a trip to the moon.

- by Faith Mcnulty

7


Liftoff!

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

A simple picture book about how a space shuttle lifts off!

- by Carmen Bredeson

8


Math Rashes and Other Classroom Tales

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

The New School Year Moon shines over every school the night before it opens. This year the moons shines over the W.T. Melon Elementary School brighter than ever. The man in the moon is none other than W. T. Melon himself! There is no doubt about it, this school year will be full of surprises- magical surprises that may teach Morgan, Richard, Kate, and the rest of the third-graders a lesson or two.

- by Douglas Evans

9


One Hungry Cat

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Tom loves to bake but he loves to eat even more. When Tom invites his friends over, he wants to share a treat with them, but he keeps eating his baked goodies. WARNING: This book contains math- and it is FUN! Tom tries to use fractions to make the rest of his baked goodies stretch to give the equal amount to his friends.

- by Joanne Rocklin

10


Rain Forests

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

How much rain falls in a rain forest? What is the world's heaviest insect? Why is it important to preserve the rain forests of the world? Find out in Jack and Annie's guide book!

- by Will Osborne and Mary Pope Osborne

11


 

FAMILIES (12 found)

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

Alexander wakes up with gum in his hair. His best friend is mean to him. He has to eat lima beans for dinner. And there's kissing on TV. For Alexander, it is a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day.

- by Judith Viorst

1


Arthur's Fire Drill

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Arthur helps D.W. overcome her fear of having her first fire drill at school. A step three on the step into reading books by Random House.

- by Marc Brown

2


Arthur's Science Fair Trouble

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Arthur gets into trouble when he borrows his father's old science project for his own school's science fair.

- by Marc Brown

3


Chrysanthemum

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Chrysanthemum is so proud of her name, until, that is, she starts school. The other kids cannot believe that she is named after a flower!

- by Kevin Henkes

4


Curious George and the Hot Air Balloon

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Our  favorite monkey is off on another adventure- this time he is having some high flying fun!

- by Margret & H.A. Rey

5


David gets into trouble

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

Every time David gets into trouble, he has the same response: It wasn't my fault!

- by David Shannon

6


Families are Different

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Nico doesn't look like her mom and dad. That is because she is adopted. Nico looks around and realizes she is like everyone else- she is different!

- by Nina Pellegrini

7


Off to Bed

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

What does a little monster do before going to bed? He runs all around the house, plays with his toothbrush, dances on his bed, asks to hear a story. . . Off to bed, little monster!

8


Stellaluna

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Stellaluna is a baby bat, but she lives in a bird's nest with a bird family. How did she get there? Will she ever find her bat family?

- by Janell Cannon

9


The 10 Best Things About My Dad

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

Dad plays games with me. Dad teaches me right from wrong. Dad reads stories to me. And best of all he's mine!

- by Christine Loomis

10


The Kissing Hand

Age appropriate for:

Language: Spanish

A story for any child who confronts a difficult situation, and for the child within each of us who sometimes needs reassurance.

11


Tooth Trouble

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Wilbur's tusk hurts, but he doesn't want to go to the dentist- until a visit to Granpa persuades him that it just might be a good thing.

- by Jane Clarke and Cecilia Johansson

12


 

MUSIC (2 found)

The Music Teacher from the Black Lagoon

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Another wacky instalment of the series. This time, it is the music teacher that is new and children imagine her as a terrible creature that wears armor, a helmet with horns, and carries a pitchfork. Worst of all she will make you sing in front of the other kids!

- by Mike Thaler

1


The Wheels on the Bus

Age appropriate for:
None marked.
Language: English

Sing along to this fun, spin-the-dial book. The classic has never been better.

- by Child's Play

2


 

GERMS, GERMS, GERMS (4 found)

Clifford's Bathtime

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

The small red puppy take a bath.

- by Norman Bridwell

1


Germs! Germs! Germs!

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

How can you get your kids to wash their hands? Try reading this story to them- it will have them washing their hands as well as rolling on the floor with laughter!

- by Bobbi Katz

2


Itchy, Itchy Chicken Pox

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

A spot. A spot! Oh, no! Chicken Pox! You can read this story yourself!

- by Grace Maccarone

3


Now I Know Healthy Me

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Take a look at this photo book filled with fun facts and kids doing healthy things.

- by Melvin and Gilda Berger

4


 

SELF ESTEEM (7 found)

Chameleon's Colors

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Chameleon's can change colors, but what if the other animals could too?

- by Chisato Tashiro

1


How Have I Grown?

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

In How I have Grown? a little girl tells about being a baby, a "little kid," and a big kindergartner. Children can identify with Anna as she tells of crawling and climbing, having spats in nursery school, caring for a pet and telling stories in kindergarten. Best of all, she has learned how to comfort a friend and to share!

- by Mary Reid

2


Junie B. First Grader (at last!)

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Hurray, hurray for a brand-new school year! Only, for Junie B. Jones, things are not actually that pleasant, because first grade means having to get used to a whole new classroom. And a whole new teacher. And a whole new bunch of strange children. But here's the worst thing of all: when Junie B tries to read words on the chalkboard, she can't seem to see what everyone else is seeing! Is it possible she might actually end up wearing... glasses?

- by Barbara Park

3


Oh, the Places You'll Go

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

For out-starting upstarts of all ages, here is a wonderfully wise and blessedly brief graduation speech from the one and only Dr. Seuss. In his inimitable, humorous verse and pictures he addresses the Great Balancing Act (Life itself, and the ups and downs it presents) while encouraging us to find the success that lies within us.

- by Dr. Seuss

4


Once I was...

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Once I was baby and couldn't do things... now look what I can do.

- by Niki Clark Leopold

5


The Ant Bully

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

It's not easy being an ant, especially when you are Lucas Nickle! In order to return to his family and to his normal size, Lucas has to prove to the ants that he is one of them.

Adapted by Quinlan B. Lee

6


The Salamander Room

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

What happens when you want to keep a salamander in your room? Find out what this little boy learns about keeping a pet and every care that you will need to consider.

- by Anne Mazer

7


 

NUTRITION (4 found)

Good Enough to Eat

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

This is a kid's guide to food and nutrition. A practical, hand-on tool for families who want to eat a healthy diet, this book explains nutrition from peas to beans.

by Lizzy Rockwell

1


I will Never NOT ever eat a tomato

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Charlie has this little sister, Lola. Sometimes Charlie has to give Lola her dinner. This is difficult because she is a very fussy eater. Lola says, " I do not eat peas, or carrots or potatoes or mushrooms or spaghetti or eggs or sausages. I do not eat cauliflower or cabbage or baked beans or bananas or oranges. And I will never eat a tomato." But what about orange twiglest, cloud fluff, ocean nibbles, green drops and moonsquirters? Will she eat these?

- by Lauren Child

2


The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

A fun, colorful book that will have your kids entertained as they read it over and over again. What a great classic.

- by Eric Carle

3


Tooth Trouble

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Wilbur's tusk hurts, but he doesn't want to go to the dentist- until a visit to Granpa persuades him that it just might be a good thing.

- by Jane Clarke and Cecilia Johansson

4


 

OVERCOMING OUR FEARS (6 found)

ABC I like me!

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

An ABC book about things that your children can like about themselves!

- by Nancy Carlson

1


Chrysanthemum

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Chrysanthemum is so proud of her name, until, that is, she starts school. The other kids cannot believe that she is named after a flower!

- by Kevin Henkes

2


Giraffes Can't Dance

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Gerald is a tall awkward Giraffe that gets made fun of because he can't dance. What can Gerald do?

- by Giles Andreae and Guy Parker-Rees

3


Junie B. First Grader (at last!)

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Hurray, hurray for a brand-new school year! Only, for Junie B. Jones, things are not actually that pleasant, because first grade means having to get used to a whole new classroom. And a whole new teacher. And a whole new bunch of strange children. But here's the worst thing of all: when Junie B tries to read words on the chalkboard, she can't seem to see what everyone else is seeing! Is it possible she might actually end up wearing... glasses?

- by Barbara Park

4


The Ant Bully

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

It's not easy being an ant, especially when you are Lucas Nickle! In order to return to his family and to his normal size, Lucas has to prove to the ants that he is one of them.

Adapted by Quinlan B. Lee

5


The Kissing Hand

Age appropriate for:

Language: Spanish

A story for any child who confronts a difficult situation, and for the child within each of us who sometimes needs reassurance.

6


 

PARENTING COUNTS (27 found)

ABC I like me!

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

An ABC book about things that your children can like about themselves!

- by Nancy Carlson

1


Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

Alexander wakes up with gum in his hair. His best friend is mean to him. He has to eat lima beans for dinner. And there's kissing on TV. For Alexander, it is a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day.

- by Judith Viorst

2


Arthur's Eyes

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Arthur can't see the board at school. No one wants to be on his team because he can't see where the basket is. He is ashamed to find out that he has to wear glasses.

- by Marc Brown

3


Arthur's Science Fair Trouble

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Arthur gets into trouble when he borrows his father's old science project for his own school's science fair.

- by Marc Brown

4


Chameleon's Colors

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Chameleon's can change colors, but what if the other animals could too?

- by Chisato Tashiro

5


Chrysanthemum

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Chrysanthemum is so proud of her name, until, that is, she starts school. The other kids cannot believe that she is named after a flower!

- by Kevin Henkes

6


David gets into trouble

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

Every time David gets into trouble, he has the same response: It wasn't my fault!

- by David Shannon

7


Families are Different

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Nico doesn't look like her mom and dad. That is because she is adopted. Nico looks around and realizes she is like everyone else- she is different!

- by Nina Pellegrini

8


Giraffes Can't Dance

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Gerald is a tall awkward Giraffe that gets made fun of because he can't dance. What can Gerald do?

- by Giles Andreae and Guy Parker-Rees

9


How Have I Grown?

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

In How I have Grown? a little girl tells about being a baby, a "little kid," and a big kindergartner. Children can identify with Anna as she tells of crawling and climbing, having spats in nursery school, caring for a pet and telling stories in kindergarten. Best of all, she has learned how to comfort a friend and to share!

- by Mary Reid

10


How to make an Apple Pie and see the World

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

From the jungles of Sri Lanka to the apple orchards of Vermont, the energetic little baker searches far and wide to find the finest ingredients for her apple pie. Marjorie Pirceman's deliciously silly adventure comes complete with a real recipe for apple pie.

11


I was so mad

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

A Mercer Mayer's Little Critter story, which address all the major issues of growing up, are perennial favorites of parents and children.

12


I will Never NOT ever eat a tomato

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Charlie has this little sister, Lola. Sometimes Charlie has to give Lola her dinner. This is difficult because she is a very fussy eater. Lola says, " I do not eat peas, or carrots or potatoes or mushrooms or spaghetti or eggs or sausages. I do not eat cauliflower or cabbage or baked beans or bananas or oranges. And I will never eat a tomato." But what about orange twiglest, cloud fluff, ocean nibbles, green drops and moonsquirters? Will she eat these?

- by Lauren Child

13


i'm not a baby

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

What does Leo Leotardi say when his family won't let him sleep in a real bed? What does Leo Leotardi insist when his family declares that "the baby is a genius" because he can recite his ABCs? And what does Leo Leotardi SCREAM when the family is so impressed that "the baby" is graduating from high school?

I'M NOT A BABY!

- by Jill McElmurry

14


Junie B. First Grader (at last!)

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Hurray, hurray for a brand-new school year! Only, for Junie B. Jones, things are not actually that pleasant, because first grade means having to get used to a whole new classroom. And a whole new teacher. And a whole new bunch of strange children. But here's the worst thing of all: when Junie B tries to read words on the chalkboard, she can't seem to see what everyone else is seeing! Is it possible she might actually end up wearing... glasses?

- by Barbara Park

15


Math Rashes and Other Classroom Tales

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

The New School Year Moon shines over every school the night before it opens. This year the moons shines over the W.T. Melon Elementary School brighter than ever. The man in the moon is none other than W. T. Melon himself! There is no doubt about it, this school year will be full of surprises- magical surprises that may teach Morgan, Richard, Kate, and the rest of the third-graders a lesson or two.

- by Douglas Evans

16


Off to Bed

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

What does a little monster do before going to bed? He runs all around the house, plays with his toothbrush, dances on his bed, asks to hear a story. . . Off to bed, little monster!

17


Oh, the Places You'll Go

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

For out-starting upstarts of all ages, here is a wonderfully wise and blessedly brief graduation speech from the one and only Dr. Seuss. In his inimitable, humorous verse and pictures he addresses the Great Balancing Act (Life itself, and the ups and downs it presents) while encouraging us to find the success that lies within us.

- by Dr. Seuss

18


Once I was...

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Once I was baby and couldn't do things... now look what I can do.

- by Niki Clark Leopold

19


Stellaluna

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Stellaluna is a baby bat, but she lives in a bird's nest with a bird family. How did she get there? Will she ever find her bat family?

- by Janell Cannon

20


The 10 Best Things About My Dad

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

Dad plays games with me. Dad teaches me right from wrong. Dad reads stories to me. And best of all he's mine!

- by Christine Loomis

21


The Kissing Hand

Age appropriate for:

Language: Spanish

A story for any child who confronts a difficult situation, and for the child within each of us who sometimes needs reassurance.

22


The Salamander Room

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

What happens when you want to keep a salamander in your room? Find out what this little boy learns about keeping a pet and every care that you will need to consider.

- by Anne Mazer

23


The Three Little Pigs (Super WHY!)

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Pig is upset that Jill is knocking down his blocks, so the Super Readers zoom to the rescue! Come along with the Super Readers as they fly into the book The Three Little Pigs and help Pig find a way to solve his problem with Jill.

- based on the TV series created by Angela C. Santomero

24


The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

A fun, colorful book that will have your kids entertained as they read it over and over again. What a great classic.

- by Eric Carle

25


The Way I Feel

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Ramp with your child through this delightful word book of feelings. This is a wonderful addition to any child's library of books that explain the world out there, as well as the world within.

- by Janan Cain

26


What a Tantrum!

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

What happens when Roberto has a tantrum- watch out!

- by Mireille d' Allance

27


 

RESPECTING CULTURES (4 found)

Chameleon's Colors

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Chameleon's can change colors, but what if the other animals could too?

- by Chisato Tashiro

1


Hello World

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

People say "hello" all around the world, each and every day, each in their own way. Learn how to say "hello" in 42 different languages as children from many cultures greet each other. This joyful book celebrates diversity while reminding us that a warm greeting can unite children everywhere!

2


How to make an Apple Pie and see the World

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

From the jungles of Sri Lanka to the apple orchards of Vermont, the energetic little baker searches far and wide to find the finest ingredients for her apple pie. Marjorie Pirceman's deliciously silly adventure comes complete with a real recipe for apple pie.

3


This is My House

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

in Indonesia, Ini Rumah saya means "This is my house." In Norway people say Dette er mitt hus. Open your front door and learn about different houses around the world.

- by Arthur Dorros

4


 

MEDIA LITERACY (7 found)

Curious George and the Hot Air Balloon

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Our  favorite monkey is off on another adventure- this time he is having some high flying fun!

- by Margret & H.A. Rey

1


Fiesta

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

What things do you need for a party? Come and count them in English and Spanish.

- by Ginger Foglesong Guy

2


Junie B. First Grader (at last!)

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Hurray, hurray for a brand-new school year! Only, for Junie B. Jones, things are not actually that pleasant, because first grade means having to get used to a whole new classroom. And a whole new teacher. And a whole new bunch of strange children. But here's the worst thing of all: when Junie B tries to read words on the chalkboard, she can't seem to see what everyone else is seeing! Is it possible she might actually end up wearing... glasses?

- by Barbara Park

3


Pigsty

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Wendell Fultz's room isn't a mess. It's a total pigsty. But even Wendell's own mother can't get him to clean it up. Wendell doesn't think the mess is so awful. In fact, he doesn't even mind it when one day he discovers a real pig sitting on his bed!

- by Mark Teague

4


Que Monton de Tamales

Age appropriate for:
None marked.
Language: Spanish

- by Gary Soto

5


The Berenstain bears and Too Much T.V.

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

When Mama Bear notices that things have changed since the Bear family got a new colored T.V. she knows that a change is needed. But, when she tells the cubs that there is no more T.V. for a week- did she just create a week of complaining and bored cubs?

- by Stan And Jan Berenstain

6


Turn it Off

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Does your body ache? Are you missing out on other fun things because you watch too much T.V.? TURN IT OFF!

- by David F. Marx

7


 

CHILD DEVELOPMENT (24 found)

ABC I like me!

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

An ABC book about things that your children can like about themselves!

- by Nancy Carlson

1


Arthur's Eyes

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Arthur can't see the board at school. No one wants to be on his team because he can't see where the basket is. He is ashamed to find out that he has to wear glasses.

- by Marc Brown

2


Chameleon's Colors

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Chameleon's can change colors, but what if the other animals could too?

- by Chisato Tashiro

3


Chrysanthemum

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Chrysanthemum is so proud of her name, until, that is, she starts school. The other kids cannot believe that she is named after a flower!

- by Kevin Henkes

4


Curious George and the Hot Air Balloon

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Our  favorite monkey is off on another adventure- this time he is having some high flying fun!

- by Margret & H.A. Rey

5


David gets into trouble

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

Every time David gets into trouble, he has the same response: It wasn't my fault!

- by David Shannon

6


Families are Different

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Nico doesn't look like her mom and dad. That is because she is adopted. Nico looks around and realizes she is like everyone else- she is different!

- by Nina Pellegrini

7


Giraffes Can't Dance

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Gerald is a tall awkward Giraffe that gets made fun of because he can't dance. What can Gerald do?

- by Giles Andreae and Guy Parker-Rees

8


How Have I Grown?

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

In How I have Grown? a little girl tells about being a baby, a "little kid," and a big kindergartner. Children can identify with Anna as she tells of crawling and climbing, having spats in nursery school, caring for a pet and telling stories in kindergarten. Best of all, she has learned how to comfort a friend and to share!

- by Mary Reid

9


How to make an Apple Pie and see the World

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

From the jungles of Sri Lanka to the apple orchards of Vermont, the energetic little baker searches far and wide to find the finest ingredients for her apple pie. Marjorie Pirceman's deliciously silly adventure comes complete with a real recipe for apple pie.

10


I was so mad

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

A Mercer Mayer's Little Critter story, which address all the major issues of growing up, are perennial favorites of parents and children.

11


I will Never NOT ever eat a tomato

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Charlie has this little sister, Lola. Sometimes Charlie has to give Lola her dinner. This is difficult because she is a very fussy eater. Lola says, " I do not eat peas, or carrots or potatoes or mushrooms or spaghetti or eggs or sausages. I do not eat cauliflower or cabbage or baked beans or bananas or oranges. And I will never eat a tomato." But what about orange twiglest, cloud fluff, ocean nibbles, green drops and moonsquirters? Will she eat these?

- by Lauren Child

12


i'm not a baby

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

What does Leo Leotardi say when his family won't let him sleep in a real bed? What does Leo Leotardi insist when his family declares that "the baby is a genius" because he can recite his ABCs? And what does Leo Leotardi SCREAM when the family is so impressed that "the baby" is graduating from high school?

I'M NOT A BABY!

- by Jill McElmurry

13


Junie B. First Grader (at last!)

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Hurray, hurray for a brand-new school year! Only, for Junie B. Jones, things are not actually that pleasant, because first grade means having to get used to a whole new classroom. And a whole new teacher. And a whole new bunch of strange children. But here's the worst thing of all: when Junie B tries to read words on the chalkboard, she can't seem to see what everyone else is seeing! Is it possible she might actually end up wearing... glasses?

- by Barbara Park

14


Off to Bed

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

What does a little monster do before going to bed? He runs all around the house, plays with his toothbrush, dances on his bed, asks to hear a story. . . Off to bed, little monster!

15


Oh, the Places You'll Go

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

For out-starting upstarts of all ages, here is a wonderfully wise and blessedly brief graduation speech from the one and only Dr. Seuss. In his inimitable, humorous verse and pictures he addresses the Great Balancing Act (Life itself, and the ups and downs it presents) while encouraging us to find the success that lies within us.

- by Dr. Seuss

16


Once I was...

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Once I was baby and couldn't do things... now look what I can do.

- by Niki Clark Leopold

17


Stellaluna

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Stellaluna is a baby bat, but she lives in a bird's nest with a bird family. How did she get there? Will she ever find her bat family?

- by Janell Cannon

18


The Kissing Hand

Age appropriate for:

Language: Spanish

A story for any child who confronts a difficult situation, and for the child within each of us who sometimes needs reassurance.

19


The Salamander Room

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

What happens when you want to keep a salamander in your room? Find out what this little boy learns about keeping a pet and every care that you will need to consider.

- by Anne Mazer

20


The Three Little Pigs (Super WHY!)

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Pig is upset that Jill is knocking down his blocks, so the Super Readers zoom to the rescue! Come along with the Super Readers as they fly into the book The Three Little Pigs and help Pig find a way to solve his problem with Jill.

- based on the TV series created by Angela C. Santomero

21


The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

A fun, colorful book that will have your kids entertained as they read it over and over again. What a great classic.

- by Eric Carle

22


The Way I Feel

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Ramp with your child through this delightful word book of feelings. This is a wonderful addition to any child's library of books that explain the world out there, as well as the world within.

- by Janan Cain

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What a Tantrum!

Age appropriate for:

Language: Bilingual

What happens when Roberto has a tantrum- watch out!

- by Mireille d' Allance

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SAFETY COUNTS (3 found)

Arthur's Fire Drill

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

Arthur helps D.W. overcome her fear of having her first fire drill at school. A step three on the step into reading books by Random House.

- by Marc Brown

1


Los Bomberos

Age appropriate for:

Language: Spanish

Quien presta ayuda cuando se produce un fuego? Quien apaga el fuego? LOS BOMBEROS

- por Christopher Mitten

2


Officer Buckle and Gloria

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

No one pays attention to Officer Buckle when he is giving out safety tips, until Gloria, his police dog, suprises them!

- by Peggy Rathmann

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