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Books in Pony Scouts: I Can Read!, Level 2 series

  • The Best Chef in Second Grade

    Katharine Kenah, Abby Carter

    Paperback (HarperCollins, July 29, 2008)
    Everyone is good at something—even Ollie!Ollie is not the best at anything in second grade, but he does love to cook. When the famous Chef Antonia comes to visit, he can't wait! Will he finally be the best in the class?“The episode’s mouthwatering climax and resolution will guarantee smiles of contentment all around,” says Kirkus ReviewsThe Best Chef in Second Grade 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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  • The Best Seat in Second Grade

    Katharine Kenah, Abby Carter

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Sam has the best seat in second grade—right next to George Washington, the class pet! This I Can Read story 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.Sam brings his hamster buddy on the class field trip to the science museum…but disaster strikes when George jumps from Sam’s pocket into the museum’s Hamster Habitat.“Carter’s expressive watercolor illustrations help bring the kids in room 75 and their furry pet to life,” commented Kirkus.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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  • Splat the Cat Gets a Job!

    Rob Scotton

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Sept. 18, 2018)
    You know Splat the Cat from his bestselling picture books and phonics fun in Level One readers. Now get ready to graduate with Splat into Level Two readers! This all-new I Can Read features splat-tastic inventions as Splat tries his paw at a new job—newspaper cat.Splat is so excited to be the new newspaper cat! But getting up super early, keeping track of all those papers, and delivering to all those houses sure isn’t as easy as it looks. With help from Kitten, and some cool inventions, can Splat figure out how to toss papers like a pro?Splat the Cat Gets a Job is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Don't miss Splat's very first Level Two adventure!
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  • How to Drive Your Sister Crazy

    Diane Z Shore, Laura Rankin

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Nov. 6, 2012)
    Do you have a big sister?Do you know how to drive her crazy?With a rubber snake, some bubble gum, and a really great hiding space, Bradley Harris Pinkerton shows you just how easy it is!
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  • Frog and Toad Together

    Arnold Lobel

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Oct. 3, 1979)
    The beloved classic about friendship—a Newbery Honor Book!Frog and Toad are best friends—they do everything together. When Toad admires the flowers in Frog's garden, Frog gives him seeds to grow a garden of his own. When Toad bakes cookies, Frog helps him eat them. And when both Frog and Toad are scared, they are brave together. School Library Journal called this story collection from Arnold Lobel "a masterpiece of child-styled humor and sensitivity."Winner of the Newbery Honor award, Frog and Toad Together 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 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 (The Horn Book), School Library Journal Best Children’s Book, and Library of Congress Children’s Book.
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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Owl at Home

    Arnold Lobel

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Oct. 18, 1982)
    Welcome to Owl's Cozy home!Owl lives by himself in a warm little house. But whether Owl is inviting Winter in on a snowy night or welcoming a new friend he meets while on a stroll, Owl always has room for visitors!Arnold Lobel's beloved Level 2 I Can Read classic was created for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.The 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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