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McPhail, David
Bjorkman, Steve
Emberley, Rebecca
Meisel, Paul
Garland, Michael
Catrow, David
Janovitz, Marilyn
McCully, Emily Arnold
Long, Ethan
Hassett, Ann (Ann M
Reed, Lynn Rowe
Henry, Steve
Barner, Bob
Lewin, Ted
Gorbachev, Valeri
Lewin, Betsy
McPhail, David, 1940
Hamilton, Tim
Chorao, Kay
Arnold, Tedd
Degen, Bruce
Torrey, Richard
Caple, Kathy
Schories, Pat
Gudeon, Adam
Henry, Steve, 1948
Müller, Hildegard, 1957
Peot, Margaret
Donnelly, Liza
Parkinson, Kate
Moynihan, Dan
Björkman, Steve
Garland, Michael, 1952
Florian, Douglas
Cerato, Mattia
Cepeda, Joe
Head, Murray, 1939
Rotner, Shelley
Morgan, Mary
Kirsch, Vincent X
Gonzalez, Julie, 1958
Robertson, Michael, 1957
Hillenbrand, Jane
Ferrari, Antongionata, 1960
Cummings, Pat
Batori, Susan
Wilhelm, Hans, 1945
Russo, Christopher, 1989
Rockwell, Lizzy
Harmon, Miranda
Hamilton, Martha
Plohl, Igor
David, Arihhonni
Manaresi, Laura, 1968
Crawford, Rae
 
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1.  Boy, Bird, and Dog

 
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2.  Dinosaurs don't, dinosaurs do

 
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In this color-drenched interpretation of Aesop's fable, a mouse, in colorful attire suitable for a night on the town, finds herself trapped by a caged lion in the city zoo. The mouse begs to be released and promises to help the lion one day. The lion is skeptical but releases her nonetheless. Later that night, the mouse returns with mouse friends—as spiffily attired as she herself—and together they unlock the lion's cage and prove that...
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A dog has a fun-filled day at the dog park, in this easy-to-read story.

5.  Fish had a wish

 
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6.  The fly flew in

 
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7.  I will try

 
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Always late Nate who likes to go slow surprises everyone at the race.
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Thought-provoking visual illusions and characters that are bright, bold, and original accompany a text that is pleasing to the ear yet just right for the newest reader. Mice skate on ice. As they skate, their blades leave lines that depict a cat. Magically, the cat appears, color, graphic, and three-dimensional. What happens next? Why, the cat and the mice skate together! An I Like to Read® book, Guided Reading Level C.

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Pig is trying to take a nap, but his friends are making all kinds of noise.

11.  Sick day

 
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12.  Car goes far

 
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13.  Come back, Ben

 
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14.  Fireman Fred

 
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Cat makes new animal friends as he climbs higher and higher in an apartment building.

16.  I have a garden

 
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17.  Look!

 
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18. Me too!

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"Chipmunk and Bear spend a snowy day together and discover that they like to do all of the same things."--

19.  Pete won't eat

 
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The older children tell Sam he is too small to play with them, but when they need help Sam saves the day.
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A group of dogs that loves to dig has a fun-filled day of making mischief, in this easy-to-read story.

22.  What am I? where am I?

 
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23.  You can do it!

 
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25. Bad dog

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"Sometimes, Tom is a bad dog. But he can be good, too! His family loves him no matter what"--Provided by publisher.

26.  The big fib

 
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Various rain forest animals show how their camouflage helps them blend into their environment.

28.  Ed and Kip

 
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Robug tries to obey when Jake instructs it to "Fix this mess!" but somehow manages to make things worse.

30.  I said, 'Bed!'

 
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Mother Duck is on the run trying to keep her ducklings safe.
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Moe is still too little to accomplish certain tasks but he is best at trying.

33.  A night at the zoo

 
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Chuck's friends encourage him to join them in running, climbing, and playing, but Chuck is wearing pants that are a bit too small.
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"Ping and Pong are friends, even though they like to do different things"--

36.  Snow joke

 
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Told she cannot step over the line to play school with the older girls, Min builds a catapult and flies over it, instead.
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"Cat goes out, and comes back with a lot of new things"--
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When Anna teaches her dog, Toto, to swim, he is carried too far out by a big wave but a boy in a cowboy hat comes to the rescue.
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A lonely crow tries to make a friend from sticks and leaves, then from snow, before forming a friendship that will last.
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"While looking for the end of the rainbow, a girl finds something even better: new friends"--
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After a tantalizing dream about golden cookies, Knight and his horse embark on a quest for baked goods.

43. Grace

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When the other girls discourage Grace from dancing, she draws pictures to make herself feel better and succeeds in a surprising way.

44.  Hiding dinosaurs

 
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Several animals, an elf, and a bird-watcher are searching for different things, but find each other--and a party--instead.
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When Farmer Fred forgets to feed the horse, a mouse helps out and later, when the mouse is in trouble, the horse repays his kindness.
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A walrus, a whale, penguins, and others help Pete the dog get to Grandma's house.

48.  Pete makes a mistake

 
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"Chuck and his woodland friends desperately want a taste of freshly-baked pie, but they can't get it down from the windowsill"--
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Pig loves books, both big and small, and reads them at school, at home, and on the bus.

51. Big Cat

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A hefty feline puts up with all kinds of indignities from the children in her loving but rambunctious family.
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The saw cuts, the hammer hits, and the drill makes holes; so Drew needs a job too.
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A boy goes for a walk where he sees a dog, trucks, flowers, a bird, and other things; and then goes home to draw them.
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A boy who likes to skate and a girl who likes hats become friends, despite their differences.

55. Not me!

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While Bear enjoys a day at the beach, Chipmunk, who is not a beach person, does not, suffering one mishap after another all in the interests of spending time with his good friend Bear.

56. Up

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"On a very windy day, a boy stands by a window with his pinwheel and is suddenly whisked into the sky where he can see a pig, a hen, a cow, and a sheep"--
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Squirrels run, hop and escape a predator in this easy-to-read book.

58. I hug

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"A diverse group of children hug Mom, Dad, a cat, a rock, a tree and more in this easy-to-read book"--
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Offers illustrations of some of the animals and their young that can be found on the farm, including a cat and kitten, cow and calf, pig and piglet, and hen and chick.
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A dog barks at everything he loves—a cat, a squirrel, and his favorite boy! This Level A book is perfect for new readers. 


I see a cat. I see a bird. I see a fly. 
Easy-to-read text and fun pictures follow a dog through his happy day.  Sitting inside his house, the dog watches other animals pass by the glass door . . . until his beloved boy comes home, and the two pals dash outside, determined...
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"Peeper, a chick who has injured his wing, and Zeep, an alien who has crashed his spaceship, hope Frog, an inventor can help them return to their homes"--
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Pip the porcupine sits on a nest of eggs, and when they hatch, the chicks think Pip is their mother.
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A city-dwelling mouse carries a slice of pizza on a subway and delivers it to his family in this easy-to-read book.
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Tate loves to draw everything from cats to clowns but ignores his dog Pup, who runs away to join the circus.
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"Horse and Buggy are best friends, but Horse likes to dance and Buggy doesn't--until Horse shows him how to get down!"--

66. Hide!

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Illustrations and easy-to-read text follow Pat, a fish, as he is caught by a shark, rescued by his friend Mike the elephant, and called on to return the favor.
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Shelby the bear is ready to hibernate, but everywhere he tries to fall asleep is far too noisy.
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Animals show how much they love their cars, of all different colors, while driving, caring for them, and even hugging them.

69. Jump

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"Two boys and a frog, a cow, and other animals jump for joy in this easy-to-read book"--
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"On a very hot day, Min, a budding engineer, builds a machine that draws water from a well and into a swimming pool"--
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"For a tiny mouse, a sneaker can be a bed and a few crumbs can be a meal"--
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Mole digs with his new shovel, finding useful things for the other animals and a new friend for himself.

73. I dig

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"At the beach, a boy digs a tunnel where he finds a crab, starfish, and best of all, a dog"--
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Illustrations and easy-to-read text show the advantages of being on a bicycle when streets are jammed with other vehicles.

75. I see

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"An easy reader where a boy sees insects and animals"--
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Geisel medalist Ethan Long's comical duo, Horse and his friend Buggy, get creative in this funny Level G reader, perfect for first graders.
“That’s looks fun!”
“Yes, I am painting a mural!”
Horse is all set to paint a mural his way, oblivious to Buggy's suggestions that a bit of planning might be a good idea. But as the Horse knocks over paint cans and sends brushes flying, he relents and...
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In this easy-to-read book, a playful pack of dogs chase a ball that is caught by a bird, a whale, and a lion.
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"Fresh dirt, a kale recipe, and other clues lead a girl to Mommy--in the garden!"--
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A group of dogs drive a variety of vehicles, stopping to let a flock of ducklings cross the street.
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In this retelling of the fable from India, blindfolded children at a party play a guessing game.
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"Max outwits a bully and makes a new friend in this I Like to Read easy reader"--
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After Horse and his friend Buggy plant a seed, Horse must exercise patience while waiting for it to grow.
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"Sam encourages May to participate in a soccer game"--
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Min wants to be in Ann's show, and after building a crane to remove the tree that has fallen on the stage, she gets her chance.
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Illustrations and simple text follow Cat as he explores seven monochromatic landscapes, including a yellow field and a blue ocean, and meets new friends along the way.
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A child describes each moment of the ferry boat ride from Manhattan to Staten Island and back, including seeing the Statue of Liberty and the Verrazano Bridge.
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When frog tries to fix a flat ball with a magic spell, he accidentally brings it to life--and has to flee for his life, pursued by the ball.
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"Have fun finding silly hats--a flat hat, a bat hat, and even a cat hat"--

89. I hop

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A boy rides a pogo stick to a visit with grandma.
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"The girl in this story loves insects. Her friend does not like insects. Like them or not, children will learn many interesting facts, as well as why insects are essential to human survival"--
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"Three kittens, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, and Ginger, go on a quest to find the magical ingredients to make Mama Cat's famous cupcakes"--
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Nonfiction for new readers! Egg to tadpole to frog. A Level TK science book for first graders to read on their own!
 
You started in an egg.
You hatched.
You ate.
You grew.
 
A tadpole swims, breathes, eats, rests, climbs, and grows into a frog . . . when he jumps up and catches a dragonfly. An elegant, beautifully illustrated life cycle book by a highly regarded author and illustrator of books for young...
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Tate wanders from place to place looking for new things to draw, while Pup keeps looking for the five hidden pup pictures.
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Two cats fight over a cake, but ultimately learn the value of sharing.
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"An easy-to-read story about Lucas the lion who learns how to live life with a physical disability with help from his friends and family"--

96. On ice!

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"Friends Horse and Buggy take to the ice, where Horse's overconfidence leads to a spectacular fall, but a quick recovery"--
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Short sentences. Simple words. Lots of dogs. Big fun! From two-time Theodor Seuss Geisel Honoree Paul Meisel, kindergarteners can read this Level C reader on their own.
We jump off.
We get out.
We go up, up, up.
We go down, down, down.
Dozens of fun-loving dogs explore a sunken ship, take a rocket to the moon, and visit an Egyptian tomb—where they are chased by a giant cat.
This is the fourth...
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Bear has fast legs. Turtle has a fast mind. Who will win the race? A fun Native American tale that kindergarteners and first graders can read on their own.
Ready, set, go!
Bear will go over the ice.
Turtle will go under the ice.
Bear runs fast.
But where is Turtle?
When a quick-footed bear and a quick-witted turtle race across a frozen lake, Turtle has a secret plan to win! Written...
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"Kit and Kip are two cats who are complete opposites and best friends, but when the adventurous Kit gets a cramp while swimming, the careful Kip must save her"--

100. I Help

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When a boy finds a canteen, he finds his superpower–helping everyone he meets! From Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Winner Joe Cepeda, this Level C book is perfect for new readers.
When a boy finds a canteen in his garage, he finds his superpower—helping everyone, from the postman to the local birds.
I walk.
I see a dog.
I help.
Very simple text and fun pictures support comprehension in this delightful...
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A dog stays up all night, watching the moon and some bats, and looks forward to the morning when his boy will wake up and feed him breakfast.
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"A caterpillar hatches out of an egg and grows into a butterfly through its life cycle"--
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A father and daughter spend a day together doing fun activities.
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"Pete the bird likes living alone on his island, but a turtle, dog, and elephant join him. When a storm rolls in, everyone works together to keep safe"--
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How can the small mouse and squirrel play lacrosse with the big animals? A fun Native American tale that first graders can read on their own.
A game of lacrosse is about to begin—with the four-legged animals facing off against the winged animals. Mouse and Squirrel want to join! 
But Bear and Deer won’t let animals so small on their team. The birds would welcome the small animals, but Mouse and Squirrel can't fly. The...
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"Horse is ready to try some big skateboard tricks and his best friend Buggy has some tricks of his own on how Horse can avoid getting hurt. From tightening helmet straps to bandaging bruised butts, there’s no such thing as too much fun with this dynamic duo--especially because they’re playing it safe"--
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"Dog is woken up from a nap by a surprising new visitor, Rat, and soon Dog and Rat are friends"--
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"A little girl spends a fun day with Mom going to the park, the art fair, the farmers market, and ending the day by making a yummy soup"--