"Delightful. . . . A real winner."--School Library Journal "The friendly, cooperative tone of the text is reminiscent of the Frog and Toad series."--Kirkus Reviews "Yee's comfy beginning reader (dedicated to 'Friends of Frog and Toad') . . . packs in plenty of sweetness and civility."--Publishers Weekly Mouse and Mole are neighbors.Mouse lives inside an oak tree, and Mole lives in a hole underneat ...

It is time for first grade, and Amanda Pig is so excited because this year, she will know how to read. But when Amanda looks at her book, she recognizes the letters but not the words. Will she ever be able to read? Full color.

Annie loves her pet rabbit Snowball, and her cousin Henry and his dog Mudge, but she longs for friends who share her teacup interest. Henry lends a helping hand in Annie’s teacup-friends search, and soon her tea party is more than a wishful thought. A heartwarming reminder of the power of friendship at every age.

An Annie and Snowball tale whose simplicity entices young readers to marvel at the wonder of creation and new life, and reminds older readers to enjoy new discoveries with childlike wonder.

Their simplicity causes these three endearing stories to bring a smile to the faces of readers of all ages.

Delightful story that shows friends can have different ideas but still enjoy each other's company.

This Ready-to-Read, Level 2 selection relates the story of 11-year-old George Washington, whose mother will not allow him to visit his brother who lived many miles away. George then thinks of a clever way to convince her to let him go. Full color.

Young readers with hopes and dreams may see themselves in the many sides of Katy Duck as she tackles her first performance--excited, hopeful, shyness, anxious, and eventually confident and joyful. Lighthearted illustrations playfully draw readers through to a jubilant end.

Sparse text and bright colors supplement mouse's unexpected adventure. Readers experience the wonder of discovery and the reward of familiarity.

Segmented into a few short stories, this glimpse into the lives of identical twins Ling snd Ting celebrates their very different personalities and the richer experiences they share because of it.

Charlie is used to running the ranch, so when Rowdy shows up for a day, smelling like Charlie's breakfast, stealing belly rubs from Mama and more, his patience is sorely tested. However, his big heart softens and kindness triumphs. A big message in a small story. Delightful.

When Hannah discovers her teacher leads a life very similar to hers, she is at first confused and shares what she had assumed about her teacher. Her teacher's kindness soon reshapes her understanding, giving her the best discovery of the summer.

Cork is a short muskrat who likes to help out. Fuzz is a tall possum who likes to help himself. Cork is babysitting a porcupine, and he needs Fuzz's help. Fuzz says he's too busy. But when the porcupine goes missing, it is up to Fuzz to help find him! Full color.

A seal at school!What happens when Sammy, the adventurous seal, leaves the zoo for the day? He goes to the city, finds a school full of kids and new things to do -- and he even learns to read!

A little mouse zooms about changing letters--for example, substituting P for C to change a Cup into a Pup. A beginning reader rhyming extravaganza that emphasizes initial sound substitution.

"These stories about a puppy searching for his strengths will bring smiles of recognition to the beginning-reader set." --School Library Journal Join Buster the very shy dog as he discovers his self-worth and self-confidence in a house full of more outgoing canine and feline characters. Formatted for Green Light Readers Level 3, this edition of Buster features two easy-to-read stories from the ori ...

Walter's favorite cousin Howie doesn't turn out to be so great after all in this poignant easy reader starring best friends Iris and Walter. Full color.

"This excellent addition to the series is a perfect choice for newly independent readers." --School Library Journal Iris and Walter are excited about performing in their first school play. Walter helps Iris make her costume. Iris helps Walter remember his lines. But when Iris wakes up sick on the morning of the play, she's in for a big disappointment. Will the show go on without her?