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Books in Ready-To-Read: Pre-Level 1 series

  • DK Readers L0: Big Trucks

    Deborah Lock

    Paperback (DK Children, May 20, 2013)
    From dump trucks to stunt-defying monster trucks, this Pre-Level 1 Reader introduces young children to the world of trucks. With simple sentences and an emphasis on frequently used words, Big Trucks will encourage in three to five-year-olds an interest in reading.
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  • DK Readers L0: Fishy Tales

    DK

    Paperback (DK Children, Oct. 6, 2015)
    Fishy Tales takes young readers in the deep blue sea to discover fish swimming through the coral reefs, starfish on the sandy ocean floor, and jellyfish floating up and down in the waves.Pre-Level 1 titles feature simple and delightful narratives for young children to encourage an interest in and desire for learning to read. Simple sentences are used with an emphasis on frequently used words. Strong visual clues and labels introduce and reinforce vocabulary.
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  • See Otto

    David Milgrim

    Paperback (Aladdin, May 4, 2004)
    When he falls to earth in his spaceship and lands directly in front of a rhinoceros, Otto the robot must get on his feet and start running as the curious rhinoceros soon takes chase after him. Reprint.
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  • The Greedy Python

    Richard Buckley, Eric Carle

    Library Binding (Turtleback, May 1, 2012)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. After swallowing every creature that a greedy python encounters in the jungle, the animals in the snake's belly befriend one another and kick him from the inside until he spits them out, in a story that explores themes of manners, respect and friendship.
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  • Blue Is My Name: My First Preschool Ready To Read Level 1

    Angela C. Santomero, Karen Craig

    Paperback (Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon, July 1, 2000)
    Blue shows youngsters why she loves her name as she leads them on a merry tour through her blue world, from her blue building blocks to eating her exceptional blue pancakes, in an adorable book filled with easy language and vivid pictures to promote word recognition. Original.
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  • DK Readers L0: In the Park

    DK

    Paperback (DK Children, Oct. 4, 2004)
    Encourage kids to ditch the TV with this lively narrative that includes stunning photographs of all the fun things children can do at the park. With playground rides, bike riding, kite-flying, ball games, and watching ducks in the pond, the possibilities are endless! Sure to capture your child’s interest while teaching them developmental skills and knowledge of all the enjoyment outdoor parks have to offer.Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.With DK Readers, children will learn to read—then read to learn!
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  • Election Day

    Margaret McNamara, Mike Gordon

    Library Binding (Paw Prints 2008-05-09, May 9, 2008)
    Today is election day in Mrs. Connor's class. The students will listen to speeches and vote for a new class president. Today is also Becky's first day at Robin Hill School. She thinks she would make a great class president, but she's new and has no friends yet. When Becky takes a chance and makes a speech, the whole class is surprised by the winner!
  • Twins Go to Bed

    Ellen Weiss, Sam Williams

    Paperback (Aladdin, May 18, 2004)
    Rhyming text follows a set of sleepy twins as they get into their pajamas, brush their teeth, and are tucked into bed. Simultaneous.
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  • DK Readers L0: Frogs & Toads

    Camilla Gersh, DK

    Paperback (DK Children, May 19, 2014)
    Perfect for children just beginning to read, this Pre-Level 1 DK Reader takes a look at the frogs and toads of the world and gives a close-up look at their strange features and bizarre habits. With simple sentences and an emphasis on frequently used words, Frogs and Toads will encourage in three to five year olds an interest in reading. DK Readers is a multi-level reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With nine new exciting titles to choose from this season, kid's ages 4-10 will find the perfect book at their appropriate reading level to help with school projects or independent reading. Supports the Common Core State Standards.
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  • Daniel Plays at School

    Daphne Pendergrass, Jason Fruchter

    Library Binding (Turtleback Books, July 5, 2016)
    Daniel Tiger and Miss Elaina must learn to compromise in this Pre-level 1 Ready-to-Read story based on a popular episode of "Daniel Tiger s Neighborhood"! Daniel and Miss Elaina are playing together at school. Daniel wants to build a train. Miss Elaina wants to build a spaceship. How can they solve the problem? Teacher Harriet gently encourages, try to fix the problem yourself and you ll feel proud. This relatable story includes tips at the end for how parents and caregivers can help their little ones learn how to build confidence and solve problems on their own! (c) 2016 The Fred Rogers Company"
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  • DK Readers L0: Snakes Slither and Hiss

    DK

    Paperback (DK Children, June 2, 2015)
    Re-jacketed, refreshed, and now with expanded content and interactive spreads to appeal to the newest generation of readers. From hissing snakes, to slithering snakes, to snakes that spit — discover how snakes are born, how they sleep, eat, and prey in Snakes Slither and Hiss. PreLevel 1 titles feature simple and delightful narratives for young children to encourage an interest in and desire for learning to read. Simple sentences are used with an emphasis on frequently used words. Strong visual clues and labels introduce and reinforce vocabulary. Whether your child is learning how to read or wants to practice and improve his or her reading skills, DK Readers have the right story for developmentally appropriate reading at home. This innovative range of graded readers combines a highly visual approach with stories that children will want to read. Easy-to-read stories for beginning readers with word repetition progress to stories with rich vocabulary and more challenging sentence structure. There's a DK Reader for every child!
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  • Swing Otto Swing!

    David Milgrim

    Paperback (Aladdin, Sept. 27, 2005)
    Wanting to swing in the trees like his monkey friends Flip and Flop, Otto, after one too many bumps and bruises, devises a clever plan that is sure to make him succeed in his mission. Reprint.
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