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Books for Children

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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 (8 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


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


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

3


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

4


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

5


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

6


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

7


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

8


 

MATH/SCIENCE (8 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


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

4


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

5


Liftoff!

Age appropriate for:

Language: English

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

- by Carmen Bredeson

6


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

7


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

8


 

FAMILIES (7 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


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

5


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

6


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.

7


 

MUSIC (1 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


 

GERMS, GERMS, GERMS (1 found)

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

1


 

SELF ESTEEM (4 found)

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

1


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

2


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

3


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

4


 

NUTRITION (1 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


 

OVERCOMING OUR FEARS (5 found)

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

1


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

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


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

4


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.

5


 

PARENTING COUNTS (13 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 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


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

3


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

4


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

5


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.

6


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

7


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

8


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

9


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

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


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

12


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

13


 

RESPECTING CULTURES (2 found)

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.

1


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

2


 

MEDIA LITERACY (3 found)

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

1


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

2


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

3


 

CHILD DEVELOPMENT (10 found)

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

1


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

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


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.

4


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

5


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

6


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

7


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.

8


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

9


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

10


 

SAFETY COUNTS (2 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


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

2


 

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