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Books with author May Nakamura

  • Dinosaurs Explore!

    May Nakamura

    Hardcover (Simon Spotlight, May 14, 2019)
    All aboard! Buddy the T. rex goes on an adventure with his friends in this Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read based on Jim Henson’s Dinosaur Train!Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, Dinosaurs Explore! was written for children who have learned the alphabet and are ready to start reading! And what better way to get kids excited than with a fun story with words they can actually read and starring their favorite dinosaurs? Each Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read includes a note to parents explaining what their child can expect, a guide at the beginning for readers to become familiar with the words they will encounter in the story, and reading comprehension questions at the end. Each Ready-to-Go! story contains about 100 words and features sight words, rhyming words, and repetition to help children reinforce their new reading skills. In this book, readers will learn twenty sight words and six words from three word families. So come on and get reading with Buddy the T. rex! © 2019 The Jim Henson Company. JIM HENSON’S mark & logo, DINOSAUR TRAIN mark & logo, characters and elements are trademarks of The Jim Henson Company. All Rights Reserved.
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  • Miffy and the Band

    May Nakamura

    eBook (Simon Spotlight, Oct. 16, 2018)
    Miffy learns how to play an instrument in this Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read starring everyone’s favorite bunny!Miffy is determined to join the band even though she can’t play an instrument. After a lot of practice on the recorder will she get another chance? Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, Miffy and the Band was written for children who have learned the alphabet and are ready to start reading! And what better way to get kids excited than with a fun story with words they can actually read and starring their favorite sweet, little bunny? Each Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read includes a note to parents explaining what their child can expect, a guide at the beginning for readers to become familiar with the words they will encounter in the story, and reading comprehension questions at the end. Each Ready-to-Go! story contains about 100 words and features sight words, rhyming words, and repetition to help children reinforce their new reading skills. In this book, readers will learn fifteen sight words, and four words from two word families. So come on and get reading with Miffy! Stories and images are based on the work of Dick Bruna. ‘Miffy and Friends’ © copyright Mercis Media bv, all rights reserved.
  • Gekko Saves the City

    May Nakamura

    Hardcover (Simon Spotlight, Aug. 28, 2018)
    When Gekko’s pet lizard is turned into a monster, he must spring into action to save the city in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read based on PJ Masks, the hit preschool series airing on Disney Junior!Romeo has turned Gekko’s pet lizard, Lionel, into a huge monster! Lionel starts to destroy everything in his path, and it’s up to the PJ Masks to save the city. Go into the night to save the day and turn Lionel into a little lizard again! PJ Masks © Frog Box / Entertainment One UK Limited / Walt Disney EMEA Productions Limited 2014
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  • Team PJ Masks

    May Nakamura

    Hardcover (Simon Spotlight, Dec. 10, 2019)
    Catboy, Gekko, and Owlette learn to work as a team in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read based on PJ Masks, the hit preschool series airing on Disney Junior!Night Ninja and his Ninjalinos are playing sticky splat soccer in the city! Owlette must coach her friends so they can stop Night Ninja and bring the PJ Masks team to victory! PJ Masks © Frog Box / Entertainment One UK Limited / Walt Disney EMEA Productions Limited 2014
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  • The Flying Factory!

    May Nakamura

    Hardcover (Simon Spotlight, July 7, 2020)
    Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko must rescue PJ Robot and foil Romeo’s latest scheme in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read based on PJ Masks, the hit preschool series airing on Disney Junior!Romeo is once again up to no good with his latest invention—The Flying Factory—and he has captured PJ Robot! Will the PJ Masks be able to rescue PJ Robot, and stop Romeo from taking over the world? PJ Masks © Frog Box / Entertainment One UK Limited / Walt Disney EMEA Productions Limited 2014
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  • Miffy and the Band

    May Nakamura

    Hardcover (Simon Spotlight, Oct. 16, 2018)
    Miffy learns how to play an instrument in this Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read starring everyone’s favorite bunny!Miffy is determined to join the band even though she can’t play an instrument. After a lot of practice on the recorder will she get another chance? Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, Miffy and the Band was written for children who have learned the alphabet and are ready to start reading! And what better way to get kids excited than with a fun story with words they can actually read and starring their favorite sweet, little bunny? Each Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read includes a note to parents explaining what their child can expect, a guide at the beginning for readers to become familiar with the words they will encounter in the story, and reading comprehension questions at the end. Each Ready-to-Go! story contains about 100 words and features sight words, rhyming words, and repetition to help children reinforce their new reading skills. In this book, readers will learn fifteen sight words, and four words from two word families. So come on and get reading with Miffy! Stories and images are based on the work of Dick Bruna. ‘Miffy and Friends’ © copyright Mercis Media bv, all rights reserved.
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  • Stitch, Wear, Play: 20 Charming Patterns for Boys & Girls

    Mariko Nakamura

    Paperback (Interweave, March 5, 2015)
    Stylish, yet practical sewing patterns for playful young ones.Hop, skip and jump your way through over 20 practical and stylish clothing designs for children ages 3-8. This year-round collection was designed with active boys and girls in mind, and includes shirts, dresses, skirts, pants, jackets and charming accessories. The cuts are classic and the fabrics are kid-friendly cotton, linen, knits, and fleece. Delicate details and impeccable finishing complete the look, making all sewing projects look like they were purchased from a trendy boutique.Despite the polished look, every garment has detailed and fully illustrated instructions, and requires only basic sewing skills. Special sewing techniques have been stepped out to show how to successfully achieve beautiful results, such as binding an armhole, making box pleats, gathering techniques, and making patch pockets. These clothing designs are timeless, functional, easy-to-sew, and kids will love wearing them as much as mom loves making them!
  • Stitch, Wear, Play: 20 Charming Patterns for Boys & Girls by Mariko Nakamura

    Mariko Nakamura

    Unknown Binding (Interweave, March 15, 1712)
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  • Dinosaurs Explore!

    May Nakamura

    eBook (Simon Spotlight, May 14, 2019)
    All aboard! Buddy the T. rex goes on an adventure with his friends in this Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read based on Jim Henson’s Dinosaur Train!Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, Dinosaurs Explore! was written for children who have learned the alphabet and are ready to start reading! And what better way to get kids excited than with a fun story with words they can actually read and starring their favorite dinosaurs? Each Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read includes a note to parents explaining what their child can expect, a guide at the beginning for readers to become familiar with the words they will encounter in the story, and reading comprehension questions at the end. Each Ready-to-Go! story contains about 100 words and features sight words, rhyming words, and repetition to help children reinforce their new reading skills. In this book, readers will learn twenty sight words and six words from three word families. So come on and get reading with Buddy the T. rex! This paperback edition comes with two sheets of stickers! © 2019 The Jim Henson Company. JIM HENSON’S mark & logo, DINOSAUR TRAIN mark & logo, characters and elements are trademarks of The Jim Henson Company. All Rights Reserved.
  • Stitch, Wear, Play: 20 Charming Patterns for Boys & Girls

    Mariko Nakamura

    Paperback (Interweave, March 5, 2015)
    Stylish, yet practical sewing patterns for playful young ones.Hop, skip and jump your way through over 20 practical and stylish clothing designs for children ages 3-8. This year-round collection was designed with active boys and girls in mind, and includes shirts, dresses, skirts, pants, jackets and charming accessories. The cuts are classic and the fabrics are kid-friendly cotton, linen, knits, and fleece. Delicate details and impeccable finishing complete the look, making all sewing projects look like they were purchased from a trendy boutique.Despite the polished look, every garment has detailed and fully illustrated instructions, and requires only basic sewing skills. Special sewing techniques have been stepped out to show how to successfully achieve beautiful results, such as binding an armhole, making box pleats, gathering techniques, and making patch pockets. These clothing designs are timeless, functional, easy-to-sew, and kids will love wearing them as much as mom loves making them!