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Books in I Can Read, My First Shared Reading series

  • Pete the Cat and the Tip-Top Tree House

    James Dean

    Paperback (HarperCollins, May 2, 2017)
    New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean takes readers along for a fun, groovy adventure with Pete the Cat!In Pete the Cat and the Tip-Top Tree House, Pete invites all of his friends over to spend time in his tree house. When they climb up, they realize the tree house is not big enough to fit everyone! They all work together to build the coolest tree house ever.Pete the Cat and the Tip-Top Tree House is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.
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  • Pete the Cat: Scuba-Cat

    James Dean

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Jan. 5, 2016)
    New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings Pete the Cat’s world to life under the sea in this new I Can Read book.Pete the Cat is going scuba diving! Before he hits the water, Captain Joe tells him about all the sea creatures he can encounter, and Pete is super excited to see a seahorse. But when he is suited up and swimming around, he has to search high and low to find the little guy. In this aquatic adventure, Pete makes a new friend and gets a big surprise!Pete the Cat: Scuba-Cat is a My First I Can Read Book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child. New readers will love the easy-to-read format and groovy illustrations in Pete the Cat’s first I Can Read underwater journey!
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  • Biscuit Goes to School

    Alyssa Satin Capucilli, Pat Schories

    Paperback (HarperCollins, July 1, 2003)
    Go back to school with Biscuit and share the love of reading with your beginner reader! Biscuit can't wait to go to school! Even though no dogs are allowed, he is determined to see and do everything that takes place at school. But what will happen when the teacher discovers a puppy in the classroom? This My First I Can Read book is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it's perfect for shared reading with emergent readers.I Can Read books are widely recognized as the premier line of beginner readers. Inaugurated in 1957 with Else Holmelund Minarik's Little Bear, illustrated by Maurice Sendak, the series has grown to over 200 titles, which include mysteries, adventure stories, poetry, historical fiction, and humor. Featuring award-winning authors and illustrators, and a fabulous cast of classic characters, I Can Read books introduce children to the joy of reading independently.This My First I Can Read book is an excellent choice to share with little ones getting ready for preschool, kindergarten, or first grade.
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  • Pete the Kitty and the Unicorn's Missing Colors

    James Dean, Kimberly Dean

    Paperback (HarperCollins, July 7, 2020)
    New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean bring readers along for a magical unicorn adventure!Pete the Kitty's friend Stevie the unicorn somehow lost all the colors in her rainbow tail. It’s a good thing Pete has his magical paintbrush to help out! Together, they search for the missing colors of the rainbow.Beginning readers will love Pete's enchanting adventure in this My First I Can Read story, complete with original illustrations from the creator of Pete the Cat, James Dean. My First I Can Read books are perfect for shared reading with a child.
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  • Biscuit Takes a Walk

    Alyssa Satin Capucilli, Pat Schories

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Feb. 24, 2009)
    For fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody’s favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Biscuit is walking to Grandpa's house, and he's having such a good time that he doesn't want the walk to end. But the little puppy knows that the only thing better than a walk to Grandpa's house is a visit with Grandpa himself! Biscuit Takes a Walk is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child. Books at this level feature basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations, ideal for sharing with emergent readers. The active, engaging stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.
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  • Pete the Cat's Train Trip

    James Dean

    Paperback (HarperCollins, June 23, 2015)
    New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings young readers along on a groovy train ride with Pete the Cat! Pete can't wait to visit Grandma, especially because he gets to take a train ride to see her! The conductor gives Pete a tour of the train, and Pete gets to see the engine and honk the horn. Pete even makes new friends and plays games on board. What a cool ride!Pete the Cat's Train Trip is a My First I Can Read Book, which means it's perfect for shared reading with a child. Fans of Pete the Cat will delight as Pete takes the grooviest train trip in this hilarious I Can Read adventure.
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  • Biscuit and the Baby

    Alyssa Satin Capucilli, Pat Schories

    Paperback (HarperCollins, July 26, 2005)
    For fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody’s favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Woof, woof! Biscuit sees the baby.Biscuit wants to meet the new baby. But the baby is sleeping, and Biscuit must be patient—and quiet! Join Biscuit as he meets his brand new—itty bitty—friend.Biscuit and the Baby, a My First I Can Read book, is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it's perfect for shared reading with emergent readers.
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  • Little Critter: The Fall Festival

    Mercer Mayer

    Paperback (HarperCollins, July 28, 2009)
    Join Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter® and his family on their exciting road trip to the Fall Festival! From apple picking to hayrides, discover how fun the harvest season can be.Fall is an exciting season in Critterville!Every year, Little Critter® and his family take a trip to one of the most beloved events in Critterville—the Fall Festival. From picking apples and taking hayrides to choosing the perfect pumpkin, no wonder everyone loves this time of year.Little Critter: The Fall Festival is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.
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  • Bathtime for Biscuit

    Alyssa Satin Capucilli, Pat Schories

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Aug. 4, 1999)
    For fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody’s favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Woof, woof! Biscuit needs a bath!Everything is ready for Biscuit's bath; everything except Biscuit! He wants to roll in the mud and play with his friend Puddles! Will Biscuit ever be clean? Join Biscuit in this bathtime fun-filled adventure.Bathtime for Biscuit, a My First I Can Read book, is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it's perfect for shared reading with emergent readers.
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  • Otter: What Pet Is Best?

    Sam Garton

    Paperback (Balzer + Bray, Oct. 15, 2019)
    On her next adventure, Otter—the irrepressible character sure to be adored by fans of Llama Llama—tries to choose the perfect pet for her and Teddy.Otter: What Pet Is Best? is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.Read about more of Otter’s adventures in I Am Otter, Otter in Space, Otter Goes to School, Otter Loves Halloween!, Otter Loves Easter!, Otter: Oh No, Bath Time!, Otter: The Best Job Ever!, Otter: Hello, Sea Friends!; Otter: Let’s Go Swimming!; and Otter: I Love Books.
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  • Little Critter Collector's Quintet: Critters Who Care, Going to the Firehouse, This Is My Town, Going to the Sea Park, To the Rescue

    Mercer Mayer

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Jan. 3, 2017)
    Join Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter®, as he visits the sea park, explores his town, helps out his neighbor, and more! With five fun-filled My First I Can Read stories in one box, this quintet is perfect for shared reading with a child.The Little Critter Collector’s Quintet comes in a carry-along case with a Velcro closure and plastic handles, ideal for story time, anytime.Includes five Little Critter books: Critters Who Care, Going to the Firehouse, This Is My Town, Going to the Sea Park, and To the Rescue.
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  • The Berenstain Bears 12-Book Phonics Fun!: Includes 12 Mini-Books Featuring Short and Long Vowel Sounds

    Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain

    Paperback (HarperCollins, June 25, 2013)
    This set of 12 simple and fun Berenstain Bears storybooks is an excellent choice to share at home or in the preschool or kindergarten classroom. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children ages 3 to 6. Enter into the world of reading with I Can Read Phonics!Reviewed by a phonics expert, these twelve short full-color books feature repeated examples of short and long vowel sounds and common sight words. Each of the simple stories in this set is designed to teach kids how to master reading while going on exciting adventures with Papa, Mama, Sister, Brother, and Honey.Phonics teaches children the relationship between letters and the sounds they make. A child who has mastered these relationships has an excellent foundation for learning to read and spell. According to the National Institute of Child Health & Human Development, a child who has learned phonics has a method to recognize familiar words and “decode” unfamiliar ones.Learn to read with the classic New York Times bestselling series, the Berenstain Bears. Reading has never been so much fun!
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