A great "next adventure" for a beloved character, perfect for beginning readers.

Corduroy was first introduced to readers in 1968 and soon became a classic character. Everybody's favorite department store bear is having further adventures, now in Step into Reading, the premier reader line! When Lisa goes on a hiking trip, Corduroy sneaks into her backpack. Lisa is surprised to find him there, but she thinks he'll be safe as long as he stays tucked inside. Corduroy just has to ...

Cork is a muskrat and Fuzz is a possum. These best friends like to win at games. What will happen when they play games against each other? Full color.

Cocoa nudges his way right into Cowgirl Kate's house. What's a cowgirl to do?Well, whether under one roof or two, there's no doubt these buckaroos will bepals forever. Full color.

In this fourth book in the series, Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa are ready for rainy-day adventures--or are they?

In 1957, nine teenagers were chosen to be the first black students to attend all-white Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. A small group of people in Little Rock, including the governor of Arkansas, wanted to keep them out. But those nine students knew they had a right to a good education. And they would do anything to crack the wall that had kept black people and white people apart.

Daniel is hurt when others laugh at his wood carving, until he learns that giving people pleasure takes a very special gift. 'Good, warm feelings result from reading this gentle tale set in rural Tennessee during pioneer days.' 'CS. 'A lovely book on all counts.' 'NYT. Notable Children's Books of 1979 (ALA)

A storybook for more developed readers, this Green Light Reader features Daniel, who finds an egg. What kind of animal will this mystery egg hatch? Illustrations.

This Green Light Reader tells the story of Daniel, who loves his new pet. Butwhat happens when it hatches a surprise? Illustration.

Armed with only a slingshot--and God's protecting love--little David the shepherd boy does away with the wicked giant, Goliath. A favorite story from the Old Testament told with charming simplicity. A Step Into Reading Book. Full-color illustrations.

With the help of his sidekick, Officer Pterodactyl, Detective Dinosaur cracks the case of the missing hat, the squeaky shoe, and the scary shadow. The simple mysteries are perfect for young readers, and the appealing characters add just the right touch of humor. Full color.

Comically clueless Detective Dinosaur and his loyal sidekick, Officer Pterodactyl, are back with three new cases to crack. But when Detective Dinosaur loses his way in the park, will he himself be found? Full color.

Silliness in uniform that will have young reader's laughing and hoping for more!

Fun and funny stories based on sibling relationships.

Emma's learning her lines while also learning to be a good puppy caretaker. Readers soon learn from her example that both take patience, and when practiced, it pays in confidence and companionship. A warm, gratifying story.

The lovable main character gets upstaged by a crazy duck in this funny story of near misses and unexpected adventure!

DOGERELLA SPENDS HER days scratching the fleas and fluffing the tails of her ungrateful stepdog mother and mean stepdog sisters. At night, she dreams of a home where she is loved. In a nearby castle lives Bea, a sweet, slightly spoiled princess whose fondest wish is for a loyal pet to call her own. A dog's dream and a princess's wish come true in this funny fairy tale.