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  • Pete the Cat and the Cool Caterpillar

    James Dean

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Jan. 2, 2018)
    Pete the Cat meets a super-cool caterpillar in the first Pete the Cat Level 1 I Can Read tale from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator James Dean!Pete thinks he found a new best friend. But when his caterpillar goes missing, Pete has to find out what happened to his new friend. Pete is in for one wild surprise at the end!Pete the Cat and the Cool Caterpillar is a Level I Can Read book, complete with original illustrations from the creator of Pete the Cat, James Dean, and is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
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  • Merry Christmas, Amelia Bedelia

    Peggy Parish, Lynn Sweat

    Paperback (Greenwillow Books, Oct. 1, 2002)
    Learn to read with the classic Amelia Bedelia! Ever since Amelia Bedelia made her debut in 1963, young readers have been laughing out loud at the antics of this literal-minded but charming housekeeper. It's Christmas Eve, and Amelia Bedelia has to get the Rogers house ready for a visit from Aunt Myra. But with Amelia Bedelia in charge, this Christmas will be one of the funniest ever! This Level 2 I Can Read is perfect for kids who read on their own but still need a little help."No child can resist Amelia [Bedelia] and her literal trips through the minefield of the English language—and no adult can fail to notice that she's usually right when she's wrong."—The New York Times Book Review
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  • Frog and Toad Storybook Favorites: Includes 4 Stories Plus Stickers!

    Arnold Lobel

    Hardcover (HarperCollins, Feb. 19, 2019)
    A great value! Four complete Frog and Toad stories PLUS a detachable sheet of stickers! Celebrate the power of friendship with all four of the beloved Frog and Toad I Can Read stories by Arnold Lobel in one volume—now with a sticker sheet!This 9x9 hardcover treasury includes the complete art and text from four classics: Frog and Toad Are Friends, Frog and Toad Together, Frog and Toad All Year, and Days with Frog and Toad.Share the adventures of best friends Frog and Toad as they fly a kite, resist the temptation of cookies, and search for a lost button. No matter what kind of situation they find themselves in, one thing is certain: Frog and Toad will always be together. The classic Frog and Toad stories by Arnold Lobel have won numerous awards and honors, including a Newbery Honor (Frog and Toad Together), a Caldecott Honor (Frog and Toad Are Friends), ALA Notable Children’s Book, Fanfare Honor List, School Library Journal Best Children’s Book, and Library of Congress Children’s Book. This compilation was originally published as Frog and Toad Storybook Collection.
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  • Frog and Toad All Year

    Arnold Lobel

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Sept. 5, 1984)
    In winter, spring, summer, and fall, Frog and Toad are always together. From sledding in winter to eating ice cream on hot summer days, these two friends have fun the whole year round!Frog and Toad All Year is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.The beloved classic Frog and Toad stories by Arnold Lobel have won numerous awards and honors, including a Newbery Honor, a Caldecott Honor, ALA Notable Children’s Book, Fanfare Honor List (Horn Book), School Library Journal Best Children’s Book, and Library of Congress Children’s Book.
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  • Biscuit's Neighborhood: 5 Fun-Filled Stories in 1 Box!

    Alyssa Satin Capucilli, Pat Schories

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Jan. 2, 2018)
    Biscuit, everyone’s favorite little yellow puppy, stars in a five-book I Can Read box-set with a handle and Velcro closure—perfect for fans of Clifford and Spot. Five fun-filled Biscuit My First I Can Read stories are now all together in one portable collection. Whether he’s playing with his favorite ball, helping feed pets, or visiting his local library—this puppy is always up for an adventure!Now young readers can take these tail-wagging adventures with them wherever they go. The books include d are:BiscuitBiscuit Plays Ball Biscuit Goes CampingBiscuit Feeds the Pets Biscuit Loves the Library
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  • Pete the Cat's Giant Groovy Book: 9 Books in One

    James Dean

    Hardcover (HarperCollins, March 5, 2019)
    Nine classic I Can Read stories by New York Times bestselling author-illustrator James Dean in one book!Pete the Cat is sure to make reading fun for young readers. This paper-over-board bind-up features 9 groovy stories. This collection includes both My First and Level 1 books, making it perfect for young readers who are ready to grow with I Can Read.Pete the Cat's Giant Groovy Book includes eight favorite tales plus a brand-new one exclusive to this collection.Pete the Cat and the Surprise Teacher: MY FIRSTPete the Cat: Sir Pete the Brave: MY FIRSTPete the Cat: Snow Daze: MY FIRSTPete the Cat and the Tip-Top Tree House: MY FIRSTPete the Cat and the Lost Tooth: MY FIRSTPete the Cat and the Groovy Bake Sale: MY FIRSTPete the Cat Goes Camping: LEVEL 1Pete the Cat and the Cool Caterpillar: LEVEL 1NEW! Pete the Cat’s Family Tree: LEVEL1Ideal for children learning to sound out words and sentences and beginning readers.
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  • The Frog and Toad Collection Box Set: Includes 3 Favorite Frog and Toad Stories!

    Arnold Lobel

    Paperback (HarperCollins, May 25, 2004)
    Three beloved Frog and Toad books in a paperback slipcaseFrog and Toad are always there for each other—just as best friends should be!From sledding in winter to eating ice cream on hot summer days, these two friends have fun together the whole year round! This collection includes the complete art and text from three classics in a paperback slipcase: Caldecott Honor title Frog and Toad Are Friends, Newbery Honor title Frog and Toad Together, and Frog and Toad All Year. This reading collection is a Level Two I Can Read, geared toward kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
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  • Mouse Soup

    Arnold Lobel

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Sept. 27, 1983)
    From Arnold Lobel, the beloved author and illustrator of the Newbery Honor and Caldecott Honor award-winning Frog and Toad books. This I Can Read book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 5 to 7 who are ready to read independently. It’s a fun way to keep your child engaged and as a supplement for activity books for children.Weasel is ready for his dinner, and poor Mouse is it. Can Mouse stop Weasel from serving up mouse soup for supper? The clever mouse tells the weasel four stories to make the soup tasty—then manages to trick the weasel and get home safely. This Level Two I Can Read is geared toward kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
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  • Pete the Cat’s Family Road Trip

    James Dean, Kimberly Dean

    Paperback (HarperCollins, March 31, 2020)
    Pete the Cat and his family go on a cross-country adventure in this Level 1 I Can Read tale from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean! This I Can Read book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 5 to 7 who are ready to read independently. It’s a fun way to keep your child engaged and as a supplement for activity books for children.Pete the Cat and his family are ready explore all the many wonderful American landmarks on their fun family road trip! They visit many famous sights, including Niagara Falls, New Orleans, Savannah, and more.Of course, no true road trip is complete without a flat tire! But the Cat family isn't going to let a small setback get in the way of fun...Pete the Cat's Family Road Trip is a Level I Can Read book, complete with original illustrations from the creators of Pete the Cat, Kimberly and James Dean, and is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
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  • Pony Scouts: The Camping Trip

    Catherine Hapka, Anne Kennedy

    Paperback (HarperCollins, March 4, 2014)
    When Meg goes camping for the first time, she doesn't know what to expect. Unprepared for lots of bugs, long walks to the bathroom, and spooky, scary stories, Meg learns that camping is far more than just a slumber party outdoors. . . it's a true Pony Scouts adventure! This series is full of all the rich details young horse lovers devour, from pony-centric plots to a "Pony Pointers" vocabulary page at the end of each book. Go camping with the Pony Scouts! This is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
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  • Amelia Bedelia

    Peggy Parish, Fritz Siebel

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Dec. 26, 2012)
    Learn to read with the classic Amelia Bedelia! Ever since Amelia Bedelia made her debut in 1963, young readers have been laughing out loud at the antics of this literal-minded but charming housekeeper. From dressing the chicken to drawing the drapes, Amelia Bedelia does exactly what Mr. and Mrs. Rogers tell her to do. If things get a bit mixed up, well, that's okay. When Amelia Bedelia is involved, everything always turns out perfectly in the end! This Level 2 I Can Read is perfect for kids who read on their own but still need a little help."No child can resist Amelia [Bedelia] and her literal trips through the minefield of the English language—and no adult can fail to notice that she's usually right when she's wrong."—The New York Times Book Review
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  • Fancy Nancy and the Too-Loose Tooth

    Jane O'Connor, Robin Preiss Glasser

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Jan. 3, 2012)
    Nancy touches upon a subject near and dear to all in this Fancy Nancy story from the beloved New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser. Nancy absolutely must have her first tooth fall out at school. That way she will be sure to receive the special tooth-holder necklace from the school nurse. But when Nancy's tooth starts wiggling at home, she is worried she might lose it before class. How can Nancy make sure her loose tooth falls out at school?Fancy Nancy and the Too-Loose Tooth is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition.
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