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Books in Green Light Readers: Level 1 series

  • Celebrating New York: 50 States to Celebrate

    Marion Dane Bauer, C.B. Canga

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, June 18, 2013)
    Meet Mr. Geo, everybody’s favorite geography teacher! He loves to explore new places. Today, he’s visiting New York, the Empire State. His first stop is Times Square on New Year's Eve. He plans to climb to the top of the Statue of Liberty and watch a Broadway show, too. Then, he's heading north to visit many historic landmarks and scenic wonders, including Niagara Falls. Join Mr. Geo on his travels all around New York. Together, you will discover what makes this a state to celebrate. This entertaining and educational mix of travel, geography, history, and pop culture includes maps and learning activities. Great for beginning readers!
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  • Digger Pig and the Turnip

    Caron Lee Cohen, Christopher Denise

    Paperback (Green Light Readers, Aug. 1, 2003)
    Digger Pig finds the most beautiful turnip in the garden--a turnip perfect for making into a pie. But who will help Digger Pig make her turnip pie? And who will help her eat it?
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  • Favorite Stories from Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa: Horse in the House

    Erica Silverman, Betsy Lewin

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, May 29, 2018)
    Knock! Knock! Who's there? It's Cocoa the horse at Cowgirl Kate's door in another "favorite stories" edition for Green Light Readers Level 2 from the Geisel Honor-winning team of Erica Silverman and Betsy Lewin. Knock! Knock! Horses belong in barns, right? Not Cocoa. He nudges his way into Cowgirl Kate's house and decides he'd rather live there than his barn! What's a cowgirl to do? Beginning and newly independent readers will quickly giggle their way to the happy ending in this Green Light Reader edition. Lovable characters, short sentences, and simple dialogue encourage repeat readings.
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  • The Hat

    Holly Keller

    Paperback (Green Light Readers, March 1, 2005)
    Pam has a hat--until the wind blows it away. Will she and her friend Dan be able to catch it?
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  • Celebrating Texas: 50 States to Celebrate

    Marion Dane Bauer, C.B. Canga

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, June 18, 2013)
    Meet Mr. Geo, everybody’s favorite geography teacher! He loves to explore new places. Today, he’s visiting Texas, the Lone Star State. His first stop is a big rodeo show to ride a bucking bronco and see real cowboys do amazing tricks. Then he’ll see how astronauts train, experience life in the Old West, and even see native animals like armadillos and rattlesnakes! Then he will visit big cities, historic sites, scenic wonders, sports events, and more. Join Mr. Geo on his travels all around Texas. Together, you will discover what makes this a state to celebrate. This entertaining and educational mix of travel, geography, history, and pop culture includes maps and learning activities. Great for beginning readers!
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  • JOE ON THE GO

    Peggy Perry Anderson

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, Aug. 7, 2012)
    It’s the Frog family reunion, and all of Joe’s relatives have gathered together. Everybody’s having fun—everyone except for Joe. With so many Frogs around, you’d think that surely somebody would play with Joe, but everyone says he’s too big, too small, too fast, or too slow. No matter where poor Joe turns, all he hears is “no” . . . until a very special guest arrives—someone with an appreciation for Joe and his boundless energy, someone who even has her own set of wheels.Bright, appealing illustrations feature Joe’s mishaps with all kinds of things that go: tricycles, skateboards, roller skates, and more.
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  • What Day Is It?

    Alex Moran

    School & Library Binding (Turtleback Books, Aug. 1, 2003)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Gil, an ant, is mistaken in thinking that his friends have forgotten his birthday. His dejection is cleverly shown by his drooping antennae and his elation clearly depicted at the surprise party given in his honor.
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  • Chuck's Band

    Peggy Perry Anderson

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, June 13, 2017)
    Chuck and his barnyard friends are having a jam session and beginning readers are invited for a toe-tapping, knee-slapping good time. But what is the matter with Fat Cat Pat? Does she want her own musical instrument too, or is something else making that cat blue? Readers will have fun finding out in this perfectly pitched story! Full of rhyme, repetition, and musical instruments galore.
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  • Big Dog and Little Dog Going for a Walk: Big Dog and Little Dog Board Books

    Dav Pilkey

    Board book (Red Wagon Books, Feb. 15, 1997)
    In this lovable board book series, Dav Pilkey captures the humor of everyday canine behavior. The sweet personalities, lasting friendship, and hilarious antics of Big Dog and Little Dog will enchant little ones and entertain dog lovers of all ages.
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  • Popcorn

    Alex Moran, Betsy Everitt

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, Aug. 1, 2003)
    A big pot, some heat, and lots of popcorn. . . . When the corn starts popping, the fun gets hopping for a boy, a girl, and their grown-up pals, who tend the stove. But when will the popping stop? Betsy Everitt’s energetic illustrations add bold spice to this lighthearted rhyming recipe for a culinary adventure.
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  • A New Home

    Tim Bowers

    Paperback (Green Light Readers, Aug. 1, 2003)
    Matt's new home is missing one important thing--a new friend! Popular illustrator Tim Bowers will delight old friends and new with a story of friendship that is as heartwarming as his artwork.
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  • The Very Boastful Kangaroo

    Bernard Most

    Paperback (Green Light Readers, July 1, 2003)
    No one can jump as high as the very boastful kangaroo. But the littlest kangaroo challenges him to a jumping contest anyway. Even the very boastful kangaroo has to laugh when the very little and very clever kangaroo outsmarts him and wins the competition. Bernard Most’s resourceful kangaroo hilariously illustrates one of life’s basic lessons--that any problem can be overcome if only you put your mind to it.
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