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Books with author Sydney Hoff

  • Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur!

    Syd Hoff

    Paperback (HarperCollins, April 25, 1997)
    Readers first fell in love with Danny and his prehistoric pal in the I Can Read classic Danny and the Dinosaur, created by Syd Hoff in 1958. Now the popular pair are together again in an adventure sure to please beginning readersWhat would happen if a dinosaur came to a birthday party? Come to Danny's house and find out. His friend the dinosaur helps make this one party you'll never forget!Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur! is a Level One I Can Read book that is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
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  • Danny and the Dinosaur in the Big City

    Syd Hoff

    Paperback (HarperCollins, May 7, 2019)
    Danny’s class is going on a field trip to the big city, and the dinosaur is invited, too! Towering skyscrapers! Rumbling subways! The city is a big and exciting place. But even though the city is big, the dinosaur may find fitting in to be a bit of a challenge!Readers first fell in love with Danny and his prehistoric pal in the I Can Read classic Danny and the Dinosaur, created by Syd Hoff in 1958. Now the popular pair is together again in a hilarious Level One I Can Read adventure sure to win over a new generation of beginning readers.Danny and the Dinosaur in the Big City is a Level One I Can Read, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
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  • Danny and the Dinosaur Go to Camp

    Syd Hoff

    Paperback (HarperCollins Publishers, May 2, 1998)
    Readers first fell in love with Danny and his prehistoric pal in the I Can Read classic Danny and the Dinosaur, created by Syd Hoff in 1958. Now the popular pair are together again in an adventure sure to please beginning readers and happy campers alike.Danny's going to camp––and he's taking the dinosaur! Whether he’s racing, rowing, or hiking, this gigantic camper is a huge hit! Danny and the Dinosaur Go to Camp is a Level One I Can Read book that is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
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  • Danny and the Dinosaur: First Valentine's Day

    Syd Hoff

    Paperback (HarperFestival, Dec. 20, 2016)
    It’s Dinosaur’s first Valentine's Day ever, and someone has left him a secret gift! Can Danny help his friend solve this Valentine’s Day mystery?First introduced in 1958 with Danny and the Dinosaur, this popular pair is together again in a fun adventure sure to please young readers. Complete with a poster, punch-out Valentine’s Day cards, and a sheet of stickers, this is the perfect gift for your little loved ones—especially dinosaur fans!
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  • Sammy the Seal

    Syd Hoff

    eBook (HarperCollins, May 27, 2014)
    Sammy, the adventurous seal, leaves the zoo for the day and ventures into the big, busy city. Along the way he finds a school full of kids and new things to do—and he even learns to read! This I Can Read story is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 5 to 7 who are ready to read independently. It’s a fun way to keep your child engaged and as a supplement for activity books for children."So funny and so original that it promises to be one of the most successful books in this best-selling series." (Publishers Weekly)Sammy the Seal is another hilarious, original story by Syd Hoff, the celebrated author of Danny and the Dinosaur. This classic Level One I Can Read is perfect for shared reading with a child.
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  • Grizzwold

    Syd Hoff

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Sept. 5, 1984)
    Grizzwold the lovable bear is having a tough time finding somewhere to live. He's too big for most places, and too clumsy for others. He's not even any good as a live bearskin rug! Will Grizzwold ever find a home that's just right?
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  • Danny and the Dinosaur: School Days

    Syd Hoff

    eBook (HarperCollins, June 20, 2017)
    Why don’t dinosaurs go to school? In Danny and the Dinosaur: School Days, the dinosaur gets curious and follows his friend Danny to school! But Danny’s buddy is too big to ride the school bus, and school lunch isn’t quite right for a dinosaur... So, he decides to do school his own way—dino style—and it turns out to be the best class ever!Readers first fell in love with Danny and his prehistoric pal in the I Can Read classic Danny and the Dinosaur, created by Syd Hoff in 1958. Now the popular pair is together again in this hilarious school-day adventure sure to win over a new generation of beginning readers.Danny and the Dinosaur: School Days is a Level One I Can Read, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
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  • Danny and the Dinosaur Book and CD

    Syd Hoff

    Paperback (HarperFestival, May 24, 2005)
    Read along with your favorite I Can Read Book characters!I Can Read Books are the premier line of beginning readers encouraging children to learn—and love—to read. Featuring award-winning authors and illustrators, I Can Read Books offer a full spectrum of entertaining stories for every stage of a child's reading development.Now the beloved characters and adventures from this popular line of books come to life with I Can Read Book and CDs. Each package includes a best-selling beginning-reader storybook and a lively audio recording featuring:Word-for-word narrationMusic and sound effectsOne version with turn-the-page signalsOne version of uninterrupted readingIn Danny and the Dinosaur, Danny loves dinosaurs! When he sees one at the museum and says, "It would be nice to play with a dinosaur," a voice answers, "And I think it would be nice to play with you."So begins Danny and the Dinosaur's wonderful adventures together. For Danny and his prehistoric playmate, even the most everyday activities become extraordinary, like finding a big-enough place to hide a dinosaur in a game of hide-and-seek. Kids will delight in Syd Hoff's charming, comical illustrations as they read about how Danny teaches a very old dinosaur some new tricks.Originally published over 50 years ago, this beloved classic is a Level 1 I Can Read that is perfect for the beginning reader learning to sound out words and sentences.
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  • The Horse in Harry's Room

    Syd Hoff

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Jan. 22, 2002)
    Harry keeps a horse in his room. A trusty horse only he can see. But then his parents take him to the country to see “real” horses. Horses that are free to run, kick, and nibble. Now Harry must decide: Does his horse need to be free, too?“A satisfying fanciful story. Illustrated with the author’s inimitable, humorous drawings.” (Booklist)The Horse in Harry’s Room is another sweet, original story by Syd Hoff, the celebrated author of Danny and the Dinosaur. This classic Level One I Can Read is perfect for shared reading with a child.
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  • Danny and the Dinosaur 3-Book Box Set: Danny and the Dinosaur; Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur!; Danny and the Dinosaur Go to Camp

    Syd Hoff

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Oct. 7, 2008)
    Danny loves dinosaurs. When he sees one at the museun and says, "It would be nice to play with a dinosaur," a voice answers, "And I think it would be nice to play with you." So begins Dannys and the dinosaur's wonderful adventure together!But a dinosaur is no ordinary playmate. Even the most everyday activities become extraordinary, like finding a big-enough place to hide a dinosaur in a game of hide-and-seek, and keeping him from knocking over houses with his long tail. But Danny can teach a old dinosaur new tricks. It's the most fun this dinosaur has had in a hundred million years!Originally published as An I Can Read Book over 40 years ago, this classic story is perfect for reading together.Danny's out on the town with a real live dinosaur. And whether they're eating ice cream or playing hide-and-seek, these two are having one hundred million years of fun--all in one day. Outstanding Children's Books of 1958 (NYT)
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  • Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur!

    Syd Hoff

    eBook (HarperCollins, May 27, 2014)
    Readers first fell in love with Danny and his prehistoric pal in the I Can Read classic Danny and the Dinosaur, created by Syd Hoff in 1958. Now the popular pair are together again in an adventure sure to please beginning readersWhat would happen if a dinosaur came to a birthday party? Come to Danny's house and find out. His friend the dinosaur helps make this one party you'll never forget!Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur! is a Level One I Can Read book that is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
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  • Danny and the Dinosaur Storybook Favorites: Includes 5 Stories Plus Stickers!

    Syd Hoff

    Hardcover (HarperCollins, Feb. 19, 2019)
    Danny and the Dinosaur fans will love this hardcover storybook collection that features the best-loved stories starring Danny and his prehistoric pal. Now includes a sticker sheet!This 9x9 hardcover treasury features the full text and art for the original story of Danny and the Dinosaur, as well as Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur!; Danny and the Dinosaur Go to Camp; Danny and the Dinosaur: Too Tall; and Danny and the Dinosaur and the New Puppy. Join these beloved friends as they go to camp, celebrate a birthday, and so much more.This compilation was originally published as Danny and the Dinosaur Storybook Collection.
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