Books in Green Light Readers: All Levels series

Beloved author-illustrator David McPhail's popular Big Brown Bear celebrates a birthday in this picture book classic reformatted for Green Light Readers Level 2. It’s his birthday and Big Brown Bear doesn’t even know it until his friend Rat fills him in during a picnic by the river. Everything goes swimmingly until an empty boat passes by and Big Brown Bear jumps in! Beginning readers will enjoy the watery ride in this sweet story full of sunshine, splashes, cucumber sandwiches, and friendship.

Readers will delight in James Marshall’s award-winning classic tales of George and Martha—two beloved, wise, and hilarious hippos! Story Number One: Split Pea Soup Oh, no! Martha made split pea soup again! How can George tell Martha that he hates split pea soup without hurting her feelings?Story Number Two: The Flying Machine When George’s flight does not go as planned, Martha knows just the right thing to say.

“Baker's cartoon-like paintings bubble over with humor.”—Publishers Weekly Mr. Green loves guessing games. And he has a plan to guess the number of gumballs in a GIANT gumball machine! So does Mrs. Green. Her plan involves luck, but Mr. Green's plan involves luck and math skills. Will they both be winners? And what would they do if they won all those gumballs? The uproarious alligator antics continue in this Level 2 Green Light Reader.

Three more George and Martha stories just right for early readers.Story Number One: The Tub Martha teaches George a little lesson about privacy.Story Number Two: The Mirror Martha’s bad habit is getting on George’s nerves. He hatches the perfect plot to cure her vanity.Story Number Three: The Tooth Oh, no! George has an accident that changes the way he looks. Luckily, Martha knows just what to say to cheer up her friend.

Say hello to Mr. Geo, everybody's favorite geography teacher! He loves to explore new places. Today he's visiting Massachusetts, the Bay State. His first stop is Boston for a huge Fourth of July celebration. Then he'll ride the Swan Boats, re-enact the Boston Tea Party, and walk the historic Freedom Trail. He'll also meet "Pilgrims," ride bikes on Cape Cod, hike the beautiful Berkshires, and much, much more. Join Mr. Geo on his travels around Massachusetts. Together, you will discover what makes this a state to celebrate. Includes maps and learning activities. Colorful, you-are-there illustrations and easy-to-read text are great for beginning and newly independent readers!

“The titles in this series are perfect for reports on the fifty states.” —Kiss the Book blog Say hello to Mr. Geo, everybody's favorite geography teacher! He loves to explore new places. Today he's visiting Pennsylvania. His first stop is Philadelephia for a grand parade on the Fourth of July. He'll tap the Liberty Bell, visit Independence Hall, and meet up with Betsy Ross and Ben Franklin in the Historic District too. Then he'll visit Amish Country, Hershey, Pittsburgh, the Poconos, and much more. Join Mr. Geo and discover what makes Pennsylvania a state to celebrate. Includes maps, fun facts, learning activities, and colorful you-are-there illustrations.

The holiday mice are back! It’s Christmas time and the four cheerful mice merrily hang stockings, string popcorn, wrap presents, and sing carols. The little mice are so caught up in their joyful preparations that they almost forget to look out for their old enemy, the cat. Happily, their Christmas spirit is so infectious that even the cat is not immune. Simple, lively verse and colorful, action-filled illustrations convey all the anticipation and goodwill that come with the Yuletide season in this delightful read-aloud.

Cowgirl Kate and her feisty horse, Cocoa, ride the range in two favorite stories about a funny surprise and a barn sleepover. Beginning readers will delight in Cocoa’s childlike antics and Cowgirl Kate’s maternal reactions.Short sentences, simple dialogue, and bright, humorous illustrations are sure to encourage repeat readings of this newly formatted Green Light Readers (Level 2) edition. Giddyup!