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1. A Color of His Own
by Leo Lionni
All creatures have a color of their own . . . except for chameleons,
and this sad chameleon wants a color of his own.
2. Anansi the Spider
by Gerald McDermott
Here is the Caldecott Honor story of Anansi, the spider-hero of the
Ashanti people of Ghana, who falls into a river, is swallowed by a
fish, and is carried away by a falcon. Can he be saved by the
combined talents of his six sons?
3. Good Night, Gorilla
by Peggy Rathmann
Rhyming, predictable text and lively illustrations from a Caldecott
award-winning artist let children "read along" with this hilarious
adventure of a mischievous Gorilla who "borrows" the zookeeper’s
keys.
4. Harold's ABC
by Crockett Johnson
Parents what a great book to use as a spring board to writing and
reviewing the letters.
Harold creates an imaginative adventure using the alphabet and his
purple crayon.
5. The Very Hungry Caterpillar
by Eric Carle
This is a wonderful book to teach recall. Ask your child to retell
what happened in the story. AR Book!
6. A Chair for My Mother
by Vera B. Williams
A moving story of a family’s dream to save enough money to buy a
beautiful easy chair after a fire destroys all their furniture. AR
Book!
7. Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, NO Good, Very Bad Day
by Judith Viorst
Illustrated By Ray Cruz
This is a great book to read when your child is having a grumpy
moment. It can really bring a smile!
8. Amber Brown Is Not a Crayon
by Paula Danziger
Illustrated By Tony Ross
Friends since preschool, Amber and Justin do just about everything
together, from sharing Oreos to helping each other out with fractions
and spelling. When Justin learns he has to move away, Amber discovers
how hard it is to say goodbye to a best friend. "The friendship is
beautifully drawn." Booklist
9. Frog and Toad are Friends
by Arnold Lobel
Five delightful stories about true friendship. Told with "freshness,
humor and a beguiling simplicity." AR Book!
10. Miss Nelson Is Missing
by Henry Allard
Illustrated By James Marshall
The unruly students in room 207 learn their lesson when a stern new
teacher arrives. AR Book!
11. Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters
by John Steptoe
"Steptoe weaves tribal culture and history, magic and mystery in this
version of the timeless moral lesson of pride going before the fall."
New York Times
12. The Magic School Bus Inside the Earth
by Joanna Cole
Illustrated By Bruce Degen
"Ms. Frizzle, the wackiest, wisest teacher in picture books … returns
to teach geology via a field trip to the center of the earth."
Booklist
13. The True Story of the Three Little Pigs
by Jon Scieszka
Illustrated By Lane Smith
This irresistible "revisionist" retelling of the traditional tale has
become a classroom hit! "Alexander T. Wolf endeavors to set the
record straight, and he does an admirable job of it."New York Times
AR Book!
14. Rooster's Off To See The World
by Eric Carle
A rooster, on his way to see the world, is joined by 14 animals along
the way in this simple introduction to the meaning of numbers and
sets.
15. Goose On The Loose
by Emery Battis and Phil Roxbee Cox
This hilarious rhyming tale about a goose on the loose is part of a
research-based phonics series designed to help young children learn
how to read. The inside cover includes an introduction page about
phonics, phonemes, and regular and irregular words. The inside back
cover includes a list of words found throughout the story.
16. Giraffes Can't Dance
by Giles Andreae
When Gerald the giraffe feels too awkward to dance, a cricket teaches
him that he just has to find his own music.
17. Olivia Saves The Circus
by Ian Falconer
Olivia's back in a brand-new adventure! This time, she tells her
class about her visit to the circus. Did she really tame the lions?
Kids will respond to Olivia's version of events, and make up a few
tall tales of their own!
18. Ackamarackus
by Julius Lester
A bee that falls head-over-heels in love with a bluebird? An eagle
that's afraid of heights? An alligator in search of cooler waters in
Vermont? Readers of all ages will laugh at these irresistible
creatures and their gleefully absurd predicaments, all the while
unwittingly gathering wisdom about acceptance, ingenuity, and
individuality.
19. Miss Alaineus
by Debra Frasier
When Sage's spelling and definition of a word reveal her
misunderstanding of it to her classmates, she is at first embarrassed
but then uses her mistake as inspiration for the vocabulary parade.
20. Charlotte's Web
by E. B. White
In this classic, widely loved tale, Wilbur, the barnyard pig, has a
wonderful friend in the little girl who raised him and a special
friend, Charlotte, who saves his life. AR Book!
21. Great Snakes
by Fay Robinson
A bouncy, rhyming text and highly detailed, realistic art underscore
what makes snakes so great.
22. Mr. Popper's Penguins
by Florence and Richard Atwater
I know this is more of an older book, but read it to your kids, or
even for yourself. I read it over and over and over. Wonderful
story!
23. Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Bully?
by Teddy Slater
Billy finally stands up to Bertha, the school bully, and learns a
reassuring lesson about courage.
24. The Sun Is My Favorite Star
by Frank Asch
This book celebrates a child's love of the sun and the wondrous ways
in which it helps the earth and the life upon it.
25. Story of Anne Frank
by Brenda Ralph Lewis
When the Nazis invaded the Netherlands, 13-year-old Anne Frank and
her family went into hiding in Amsterdam. After their capture, her
father's secretary found Anne's diary and kept it safe. This Level 3
DK Reader will help beginning readers learn about Anne Frank's
life.
26. Junie B. Jones Is A Graduation Girl
by Barbara Park
Six-year-old Junie B. is about to graduate from kindergarten. Before
graduation, she and her classmates receive their snowy white caps and
gowns. Will Junie B. follow her teacher's instructions and keep them
in their box so they won't become soiled? AR Book!
27. The Frog Principal
by Stephanie Calmenson
When Marty Q. Marvel the magician accidentally turns Mr. Bundy into a
frog, the students of P.S. 88 don't know what to do! It's not always
easy having a slimy, green-skinned amphibian for a principal. Even
worse, Mr. Bundy has started playing leapfrog, swimming in the
kindergarten sink, and eating students' fly collections. Will he ever
be his old self again?
28. Spring Is Here
by Mary Packard
Young readers will enjoy this story about a young girl who enjoys the
sights, smells, and activities of spring. Perfect for independent
reading, it also relates perfectly to science and nature studies.
29. Pinky and Rex and Just the Right Pet
by James Howe
It's time for Pinky's family to get a pet. Unfortunately, Pinky wants
a dog while the rest of the family wants a cat. At first Pinky is
unhappy with the family pet selection…until the new cat worms its way
into his affections.
30. Junie B. First Grader (at last!)
by Barbara Park
In this latest addition to the popular chapter book series, the
loudest, funniest kindergartner ever is moving on up. It is not,
however, an easy transition for Junie B. – she's having trouble with
her friends, her reading, and, it turns out, her eyes. Through it
all, she records her grumblings, her concerns, and her triumphs in an
engaging journal that will inspire many a young reader to start
keeping one of their own!
31. Goin' Someplace Special
by Patricia C. McKissack
Illustrated By Jerry Pinkney
There’s a place in town where everyone is welcome — and ’Tricia Ann
is going to try to get there!
32. Ghostville Elementary #1 Ghost Class
by Marcia T. Jones and Debbie Dadey
When overcrowded conditions at school force a third-grade class to
share a space with a group of ghosts, a creepy classroom becomes a
source of mystery, intrigue, and fun. Kids will identify with the
likable characters and enjoy the thrilling storylines of this brand-
new chapter book by the authors of the popular Bailey School Kids
series.
33. Math for All Seasons
by Greg Tang
Illustrated By Harry Brigg
Accomplished educator, businessman, and mathematician, Greg Tang has
devised a bright and innovative approach to math: grouping by
patterns. In the follow-up to the best-selling The Grapes of Math,
there are fun rhyming riddles and colorful illustrations to teach
young mathematicians new ways to tally.
34. New Neighbors for Nora (Riverside Kids #2)
by Johanna Hurwitz
Nora can’t wait to make friends with her new neighbor! Then she finds
out he’s a boy!
35. Top-Secret Personal Beeswax: A Journal by Junie B. (and Me!)
by Barbara Park
This is an exciting new interactive journal from the popular
children's book character, Junie B. Jones and her creator Barbara
Park. As Junie B. shares hilarious descriptions of her classmates and
family, lists of her likes and dislikes, recipes, poems, and more,
your child is invited to join in and write along with her!
36. Amelia Bedelia, Bookworm
by Herman Parish
Illustrated By Lynn Sweat
In this brand-new adventure, Amelia helps out at the library—and
drives away with the book mobile! Written in easy-to-understand
language, children will laugh at mixed-up Amelia, appreciate the word-
play and humor—and feel a great sense of accomplishment when they've
finished reading the story all by themselves!
37. Counting In The Garden
by Kim Parker
Your beginning reader can count along beside you. She'll find five
dragonflies darting between the daisies and eight bumblebees buzzing
in the blooms. The rich colors and whimsical patterns make each
counting page a scene to behold with beautiful flowers bursting
forth. This special counting book will be a joy for both of you.
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