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Books in Bright Idea Books series

  • Princess Pig: Short vowel i

    Molly Coxe

    Library Binding (Kane Press, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Pig and Twig are playing Princess. Pig gets three wishes. But she wants more! This fun photographic easy-to-read story features the short "i" vowel sound. Kane Press's new series of super simple easy-to-reads, Bright Owl Books, launches with Molly Coxe's five photographic stories, which feature the short vowel sounds and are each only around 100 words. These irresistibly silly stories help kids learn to read through repetition and by teaching the basic building blocks of reading―vowel sounds―giving kids the perfect start on educational success.
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  • The Four Seasons!

    Ruth Thomson, Catherine Bradbury

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Nov. 1, 1985)
    Describes the characteristics of the four seasons and their effect on the planet and animal life in the park, the woods, and the meadow
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  • Go Home, Goat: Long vowel o

    Molly Coxe

    Library Binding (Kane Press, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Goat is cold. He needs a home in the snow! This fun photographic easy-to-read story features the long "o" vowel sound. Kane Press's new series of super simple easy-to-reads, Bright Owl Books, adds Molly Coxe's five fun photographic long vowel stories, which are each only around 100–200 words. Molly Coxe's stories help kids learn to read by teaching the basic building blocks of reading―vowel sounds. With a note to parents and teachers at the beginning and story starters at the end, these books give kids the perfect start on educational success. Bright Owl Books make bright owl readers!
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  • The Great Cheese Squeeze: A Gruntly & Iggy Adventure

    Bryan Ballinger, Keith Lango

    Hardcover (Zondervan, Oct. 1, 2002)
    In a lighthouse on the prairie, lives a mouse named Gruntly and his froggy –friend, Iggy. Gruntly is an inventive mouse and has a passion for sculpting cheese toes. Iggy is his resourceful ally who makes wind chimes out of his buggy leftovers. They are an unlikely pair destined for a new adventure each time they come together. This Gruntly and Iggy Adventure finds Gruntly struggling to prepare for the annual cheese sculpture contest. “Eureka!” he shouts, as he makes an exciting discovery that he is certain will wow the contest judges. Meanwhile, Iggy has a problem of his own, and a very stinky one at that! But what can Iggy do to fix his odiferous situation? The funny, bumbling events that unfold ultimately help Gruntly and Iggy discover how great results are achieved when you work together. The creators of Gruntly and Iggy have paired the visual detail of computer-generated 3-D artwork with the richness of classically illustrated children’s picture books. Gruntly and Iggy will capture the attention of kids ages 4 to 8 as they learn that two really can be better than one.'
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  • Jonah: A Worm's Eye View

    Cindy Kenney

    Hardcover (Zondervan, Feb. 1, 2003)
    Join a very funny worm for an adventure you’ll never forget! This worm named Khalil, has a whale of tale about a prophet who had a lot to learn about second chances. Khalil becomes Jonah’s traveling buddy who helps us learn that God doesn’t need more people who are “important.” God needs people who can show mercy and compassion.Khalil will make you laugh as he shares delightful rhymes and journeys into the belly of a big fish—and back out again with Jonah! This is an adventure that can be read again and again as readers discover the biblical message that God is a God of second chances. For kids ages 4-8.
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  • King George and His Duckies

    Cindy Kenney

    Board book (Zonderkidz, Jan. 27, 2004)
    Includes room at the end for kids to draw their own picture! King George has learned a lesson in selfishness and decides to share his duckies. He learns that being selfish just doesn't pay, so he decides to give his duckies away. Just like King George, kids will learn that sharing with others is a true lesson in love. Sunday morning values, Saturday morning fun. Now that's the Big Idea! Through imaginative and innovative products, Zonderkidz is feeding young souls.
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  • Star of Christmas, The

    Cindy Kenney

    Hardcover (Zonderkidz, Oct. 1, 2002)
    'Based on VeggieTales' video The Star of Christmas, this beautifully illustrated book is an exciting Christmas adventure. Set in London during the 1880s, two well meaning Veggies---Cavis and Millward (Bob and Larry)---set out to teach the city of London to love. And they'll stop at nothing to make it happen! Cavis and Millward set out to dazzle crowds and teach them to love by featuring an enormous spectacle of electric lights! But a highly valued 6th century Christmas star at the church Christmas pageant seems to be getting more attention. It can't be! What if no one comes to their show? Prepare to be shocked, surprised, and amused as things go from bad to worse when Cavis and Millward attempt to pull off the biggest Christmas Eve extravaganza ever. In the end, these wacky Veggies are the ones who learn the real lesson about love and the real star of Christmas.'
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  • Mess Detectives, The: The Big Sleepover

    Doug Peterson

    Hardcover (Zonderkidz, Sept. 1, 2004)
    The Mess Detectives, starring Bob and Larry, are back again to sort through another mess and help kids learn a lesson about telling the truth and taking responsibility for their actions. Case #374--8:33 a.m.: Veggie Detectives, Bob and Larry, are called to the scene of another messy crime. When they arrive at Madame Blueberry's house, they discover a horrifying scene. Percy Pea and his friends had a wild, crazy sleepover and someone broke the bed. But who did it? The four suspects try to make a 'pea bargain,' but no one will admit to the dastardly deed. Who will come clean and take responsibility for this messy crime in this case of The Big Sleepover? Once again, kids will enjoy being a part of the investigation as Bob and Larry uncover another messy mystery and learn a lesson about responsibility. Sunday morning values, Saturday morning fun. Now that's the Big Idea! Through imaginative and innovative products, Zonderkidz is feeding young souls.
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  • Greedy Beetle: Long vowel e

    Molly Coxe

    Library Binding (Kane Press, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Beetle eats three leaves. What can Weevil and Flea eat? This fun photographic easy-to-read story features the long "e" vowel sound. Kane Press's new series of super simple easy-to-reads, Bright Owl Books, adds Molly Coxe's five fun photographic long vowel stories, which are each only around 100–200 words. Molly Coxe's stories help kids learn to read by teaching the basic building blocks of reading―vowel sounds. With a note to parents and teachers at the beginning and story starters at the end, these books give kids the perfect start on educational success. Bright Owl Books make bright owl readers!
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  • Other People, Other Homes!

    Barry Milton

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Nov. 1, 1985)
    Brief text and illustrations introduce the everyday life of children in various countries around the world
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  • Oh, Where Is My Ducky?

    Linda Bredehoft

    Board book (Zonderkidz, Sept. 18, 2005)
    I want my ducky and I want it now! Larry is looking everywhere for his rubber ducky-from his toy trunk to his tuba case. Little ones will enjoy the interactive fun as they slide windows to help Larry find his favorite toy-and a whole lot more!
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  • Picture Dictionary!

    J. Douglas Lee

    Hardcover (Olympic Marketing Corp, Nov. 1, 1985)
    Lee, J. Douglas