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Books in Green Light Readers: Level 1 series

  • Iris and Walter and the Field Trip

    Elissa Haden Guest, Christine Davenier

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, Oct. 8, 2013)
    Iris and Walter can't wait for their class field trip to the aquarium. They'll get to sit together on the bus and visit scary sharks, shimmery angelfish, and, best of all, penguins. The aquarium is everything they had hoped for—until suddenly Walter gets lost! It's a good thing his best friend, Iris, knows what to do! Here are four chapters of easy reading pleasure in this new Level 3 Green Light Readers edition featuring sweet and sensitive illustrations by Christine Davenier.
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  • Rabbit and Turtle Go To School/Conejo y tortuga van a la escuela

    Lucy Floyd, Christopher Denise, Alma Flor Ada, F. Isabel Campoy

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, July 12, 2010)
    Conejo y Tortuga repiten su famosa carrera, esta vez yendo a la escuela. Conejo corre; Tortuga se toma el autobús. ¿Quién ganará? Rabbit and Turtle repeat their famous race--this time on their way to school. Rabbit runs; Turtle takes the bus. Who will win? Includes a note from the translators.
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  • Halloween Mice!

    Bethany Roberts, Doug Cushman

    Paperback (Clarion Books, Aug. 5, 2014)
    “The simple text is packed with words to delight the ear.”—School Library Journal Who's hurrying, scurrying, whisking and frisking their way through a moonlit pumpkin patch? An adorable family of Halloween mice, of course! And they have a quick and clever plan to scare off any hungry-looking cat who happens to rustle or swish its way by. Full of rhyme, repetition, and wordplay, this holiday favorite is now available in an easy reader format. Perfectly paced for beginners with simple words and short sentences.
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  • Curious George Home Run

    H. A. Rey

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, April 3, 2012)
    George is excited to go to his first baseball game to watch his friend Marco play. While Marco concentrates on hitting his first home run, George gets to play scorekeeper. But George doesn't know in which order he should hang the numbers. With help from Marco and the girl at the snack stand, George learns about number sequence and a handy trick for putting double digits in order. During the last inning, George agrees to be a pinch runner for an injured Marco. Will he be able to add another number to the scoreboard? Includes rules of the game and a score-keeping activity.
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  • Reading Fun with Curious George Boxed Set

    H. A. Rey

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, Aug. 30, 2011)
    Six Curious George early reader favorites in one irresistible boxed set—a great value at $9.99! Learn to read with Curious George! This boxed set features six lively Curious George readers—The Dog Show, The Kite, Roller Coaster, Curious George Plays Mini Golf, The Boat Show, and Piñata Party—plus a sheet of colorful stickers, a poster, and a reading certificate. This set is the perfect way to introduce kids to the wonderful joys of reading and to encourage continued progress!
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  • Big Dog and Little Dog Wearing Sweaters

    Dav Pilkey

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, Oct. 13, 2015)
    Little Dog has a sweater, but what about Big Dog? After a quick search in the bedroom (and making a bit of a mess), Big Dog finds the perfect one. But how will he put it on? Good thing he has Little Dog to help! With deceptively simple text, graphic illustrations, and tongue-in-cheek humor, Captain Underpants creator Dav Pilkey brings the joys of childhood friendships to life in his tales of two lovable dog pals. This Green Light Reader will help young children build basic reading skills, while also tickling their funny bones. Parents and kids looking for skill-building activities will find a bonus activity section at the back of the book that includes a word search, story-sequencing activity, a maze, and more!
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  • Daniel's Pet/Daniel y su mascota

    Alma Flor Ada, G. Brian Karas

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, March 1, 2008)
    Daniel loves his new pet. But what will happen when it hatches a surprise?
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  • Big Brown Bear

    David McPhail, John O'Connor

    Paperback (Green Light Readers, July 1, 2003)
    Bear is very big, very brown, and very busy. His tree house could use a little sprucing up, so Bear heads up the ladder with a plan and a bucket of paint. But Little Bear has a plan, too--including a little mischief that brings Bear (and his blue paint tumbling down to earth. With gentle rhymes and humor, award-winning author and illustrator David McPhail creates a cheery and bumptious bear hug of a story.
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  • Time for Bed, the Babysitter Said

    Peggy Perry Anderson

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, Oct. 9, 2012)
    Not even his babysitter's most strenuous efforts can convince Joe the frog to go to bed.
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  • Rick Is Sick

    David McPhail

    Paperback (Green Light Readers, April 1, 2004)
    The stars of Jack and Rick are back in another playful adventure. And this time Rick learns that being sick isn't so bad when you have a helpful friend--especially when that friend is Jack!
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  • Celebrating North Carolina: 50 States to Celebrate

    Marion Dane Bauer, C.B. Canga

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, Sept. 2, 2014)
    Say hello to Mr. Geo, everybody's favorite geography teacher! He loves to explore new places. Today he's visiting North Carolina. His first stop is the Outer Banks, to climb lighthouses, hunt for pirate treasure, and go hang-gliding on the beach where the Wright Brothers flew the first plane. He'll also visit historic sites, museums, sports stadiums, and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Join Mr. Geo on his travels around North Carolina. Together, you will discover what makes this a state to celebrate. Includes maps, glossary, and learning activities. Great for school projects and family vacations.
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  • Big Dog and Little Dog

    Dav Pilkey

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, June 16, 2015)
    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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