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The Runaway Racehorse (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))

The Runaway Racehorse (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))

by Ron Roy

R is for Racehorse . . . And they’re off! Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are excited to see Uncle Warren’s new racehorse, Whirlaway, in action. But the night before the big race, the horse disappears! He shows up the next day, just in time to lose the race. Why is Whirlaway suddenly so slow? Can the kids figure it out–or is Whirlaway out of the winner’s circle for good? A to Z Mysteries are fast-paced, collectible... (more)

Red, White, and Blue (All Aboard Reading , Level 2)

Red, White, and Blue (All Aboard Reading , Level 2)

by John Herman

Describes how the American flag came into being, how it has changed over the years, and its importance as the symbol of our country.

Cam Jansen and the Chocolate Fudge Mystery (Cam Jansen Adventure)

Cam Jansen: Book 14

Cam Jansen and the Chocolate Fudge Mystery (Cam Jansen Adventure)

by David A. Adler

The Cam Jansen series is perfect for young readers who are making the transition to chapter books. The first ten books in the series have received updated covers, bringing new life to these perennial bestsellers. Now the series redesign continues with five more books, giving Cam a cool, modern look!

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

by Eric Carle

This is the classic edition of the bestselling story written for the very young. A newly hatched caterpillar eats his way through all kinds of food.

Ben Franklin and the Magic Squares (Step-Into-Reading, Step 4)

Ben Franklin and the Magic Squares (Step-Into-Reading, Step 4)

by Frank Murphy

A funny, entertaining introduction to Ben Franklin and his many inventions, including the story of how he created the "magic square." A magic square is a box of nine numbers arranged so that any line of three numbers adds up to the same number, including on the diagonal! Teachers and kids will love finding out about this popular teaching tool that is still used in elementary schools today!

A Hole Is to Dig

by Ruth Krauss

What is a hole? A hole is when you step in it you go down A hole is for a mouse to live in. And, of course,a hole is to dig. This is the funniest book of definitions you'll ever read!

The Runaway Pumpkin

by Kevin Lewis

When Buck, Billy, and their little sister Lil spy the biggest pumpkin they've ever seen, they can't resist. Buck and Billy try to roll the pumpkin down the hill to show everyone, but it's too big! Before they know it, it's bumping and thumping and rolling down the hillside out of control. This read aloud Halloween treat is perfect for kids and families.

Rainbow Fish to the Rescue!

by Marcus Pfister, J. Alison James

The sequel to Pfister's popular The Rainbow Fish features the same eye-catching graphics, and tells a story of heroism and charity, offering a universal messsage about kindness to and acceptance of others. Holographic foil stamping.

Animals on Board (MathStart 2)

by Stuart J. Murphy

Ride along with trucker Jill and her dog as they add up the animals zooming by. But these are no ordinary animals, and they're bound for a surprise destination! Ride along with trucker Jill and her dog as they add up the animals passing by on other trucks.But these are no ordinary animals, and theyre bound for a surprise destination! Lively illustrations by R.W. Alley make adding truckloads of fun.

Monkeys Are a Lot Like Us (Rookie Read-About Science Series)

Monkeys Are a Lot Like Us (Rookie Read-About Science Series)

by Allan Fowler

Pictures&text all about monkeys

Earthdance

by Joanne Ryder

In dynamic words and dramatic pictures, Earthdance invites young readers to become not just part of the earth, but Earth itself.

Jigsaw Jones #18: The Case Of The Bear Scare (Jigsaw Jones)

Jigsaw Jones #18: The Case Of The Bear Scare (Jigsaw Jones)

by James Preller

Is a bear on the loose in Jigsaw¹s town, or is someone trying to scare Ms. Gleason¹s class silly?

It Could Still Be Coral (Rookie Read-About Science Series)

It Could Still Be Coral (Rookie Read-About Science Series)

by Allan Fowler

From friendly dolphins to giant pandas, from icebergs and glaciers to energy from the sun, from magnets to solids, liquids, and gases, Rookie Read-About Science is a natural addition to the primary-grade classroom with books that cover every part of the science curricula. Includes: animals, nature, scientific principles, the environment, weather, and much more!

Sun's Family of Planets (Rookie Read-About Science (Sagebrush))

Sun's Family of Planets (Rookie Read-About Science (Sagebrush))

by Allan Fowler

From friendly dolphins to giant pandas, from icebergs and glaciers to energy from the sun, from magnets to solids, liquids, and gases, Rookie Read-About Science is a natural addition to the primary-grade classroom with books that cover every part of the science curricula. Includes: animals, nature, scientific principles, the environment, weather, and much more!

Mouse TV

by Matt Novak

What to watch on TV is always a dilemma in the Mouse family--everybody wants to watch something different. When the TV breaks, the mice are thrown into a tailspin wherein they discover the joys of new-found games and exploring, dancing and dressing up, even bedtime stories. And best of all, there are no commercials! Full color.

The Class from the Black Lagoon

by Mike Thaler

It's another scary day at the Black Lagoon . . . for the new teacher, Mrs. Green. There's a new class coming for the first day of school and Mrs. Green is worried. Is it true that the class is really weird and that they put their last three teachers into early retirement? Will the students really turn into horrible ghouls as soon as they get to school? Will Mrs. Green really need her ultimate survival... (more)

Junie B., First Grader One-Man Band (Junie B. Jones)

Junie B., First Grader One-Man Band (Junie B. Jones)

by Barbara Park

Go Room One! It’s time for the first-grade kickball tournament! Only, here’s the problem. Junie B. has hurt her big piggy toe and she can’t play on the team. So, now what? She definitely doesn’t want to be a cheerleader. But wait! Maybe she could be in Sheldon’s halftime show! Then all eyes would be on her! And she would be the star! Hurray! Hurray! Junie B. . . . in the spotlight. What could possibly go... (more)

Sand Castle Contest

by Robert Munsch

While on vacation. Matthew is excited to take part in the local sandcastle contest. The winner gets a bathtub filled with ice cream!But Matthew is just too good at building sand castles. The judges all think the house he builds, complete with sand chairs, a sand refrigerator, and sand food is real! He has to prove that it's all just a big pile of sand so he can win that ice cream!

Flash, Crash, Rumble, and Roll

by Franklyn Mansfield Branley

Did you know that lightning bolts can be over a mile long? Or that they may come from clouds that are ten miles high? Storms can be scary, but not if you know what causes them. Before the next thunderstorm, grab this book by veteran science team Franklyn Branley and True Kelley and learn what causes the flash, crash, rumble, and roll of thunderstorms!

The Best Of Times

by Greg Tang

The Best of Times gives kids an intuitive understanding of multiplication, encouraging them to arrive at answers on their own, rather than memorizing the times tables. A child who can multiply by two, for instance, can multiply by four, and even eight. Likewise, times six builds on times two and times three. With his common-sense approach, Greg Tang encourages kids to solve problems creatively, building both... (more)

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Tags: reading level 2.6

by Ron Roy

by John Herman

by David A. Adler

by Eric Carle

by Frank Murphy

by Ruth Krauss

by Kevin Lewis

by Marcus Pfister, J. Alison James

by Stuart J. Murphy

by Allan Fowler

by Joanne Ryder

by James Preller

by Allan Fowler

by Allan Fowler

by Matt Novak

by Mike Thaler

by Barbara Park

by Robert Munsch

by Franklyn Mansfield Branley

by Greg Tang