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  • Bibliography:
    59 Books
  • First Book:
    September 2012
  • Latest Book:
    September 2023
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Book List in Order: 59 titles



  • Does your child love animals? Are they learning to read but need to build confidence? In MY CAT IS FAT, a little boy loves (and loses) his fat cat. Come along and help him look for his fat cat and encounter a sad dog, a stinky skunk and more animal f...



  • Celebrate the beauty of God's creation! <br> In this rhyming picture book, children learn to thank God for all types of days.  Rainy, sunny, foggy or clear, there is so much beauty to be shared.  Charming illustrations bring this fun ...



  • Even the best dog can't do everything. Here is a funny new beginning reader from the same pair that brought you MY CAT IS FAT and MY CAT, MY DOG. Starring The Dog--this book helps children build their reading skills while laughing the entire time....



  • "There is a dog for everyone, if only you will look…"  <p> This rhyming look at different dogs brings out the best in each breed.  Whether you're considering a new family pet, or your child just can't get enough of dogs and puppies,...



  • A child compares pets in this silly look at cats and dogs. <br>  "My cat can sleep. My dog can sleep. My cat can sleep on top of my dog." <br> Simple sentences and whimsical illustrations are ideal for toddlers, preschoolers, and ...



  • It's science project time and Sam and Danny are headed to the candy shop to look for ideas. Whether they're learning about refracting light, the states of matter, or the way erosion works, in this Candy School book, they're sure to find how sweet lea...



  • There are so many fun things to do outside. This beginning reader focuses on action words and encourages kids to get up and get moving. Like all Discover Reading, level 1 readers, We Play features short sentences and beginning sight words along with ...



  • Want to teach core concepts with a fun story about the thing kids love most?
    Math Candy is the first in a series of beginning level chapter books featuring two boys, Danny and Sam. They have a lot to learn but when they visit Mr. Candor's Candy ...



  • Candy School Chapter BooksHave you ever wondered what exactly an adjective was? Drawn a blank when your child asked for help with English grammar homework? In GRAMMAR CANDY, the second book by educator Katrina Streza, Danny and Sam are back for anot...






  • It's time for a round-the-world candy adventure! When Danny and Sam have to learn about geography, a special visitor comes to their class and shows them that learning about the world can be fun and tasty. In this Candy School Series book, kids learn ...



  • Candy is a way of life for Danny and Sam. When their class learns about the American Pioneers, the boys are forced to imagine a world without candy stores.
    History Candy features 7 short chapters with black and white illustrations and is a good ...





  • Even the best dog can't do everything. Here is a funny new beginning reader from the same pair that brought you MY CAT IS FAT and MY CAT, MY DOG. Starring The Dog--this book helps children build their reading skills while laughing the entire time....



  • A child compares pets in this silly look at cats and dogs. "My cat can sleep. My dog can sleep. My cat can sleep on top of my dog." "Mi gato puede dormir. Mi perro puede dormir. Mi gato puede dormir encima de mi perro. Simple sentences and whimsical ...



  • All She Wants is a Friend
    When a little girl goes for a walk outside, she sees plenty of animals that could be a perfect playmate for her. Can she get them to stick around and play? A fun picture book for preschoolers and other young children ...





  • Discover Reading Descubra Lectura
    There are so many fun things to do outside. This beginning reader focuses on action words and encourages kids to get up and get moving. Like all Discover Reading, level 1 bilingual readers, We Play features short...



  • Cuando una niña va a dar un paseo fuera , ella ve un montón de animales que podrían ser un compañero de juegos perfecto para ella. ¿Puede llegar a quedarse y jugar ? Un divertido libro para niños en español para niños en edad preescolar y otr...



  • What makes a cat happy?

    A little boy is worried his cat is sad in this funny beginning reader. Is the cat really sad? Find out in this continuation of the Cat and Dog series from Katrina Streza and Brenda Ponnay.

    Perfect for toddlers, presc...






  • Funny Beginning Reader Featuring a Boy and his Cat In this silly installment in the Cat and Dog Readers Series, the cat may be minding his own business, but the boy certainly wants to know what is going on. As the cat sits on things, the boy wonders,...



  • Every Child Can be a Reading Star! Buddy the Goat is a good goat. He may not look like a good goat, but he is a good goat. He may do lots of goat things that makes his owner say No, Buddy! but he is still a good goat. Just so you remember, Buddy is a...



  • The Beach: Little Readers #14A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco, Zita and Coco go to the beach and have a great time. Who wouldn't? Between swimming, playing in the sand, is there anything else to do? Zita has a plan!This book pairs with the Spani...



  • Better than Bikes: Little Readers #32A Decodable Beginning Reader Zita wants Paco to join her for a bike ride but it is his dinner time. Paco asks his mom if Zita can join them for dinner. When both Paco's mom and Zita's dad agrees, the kids thin...



  • Buenas noches Paco: Little Lectores Book 15 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader Paco and Zita can play all day, but when evening comes, it's time to go home. In this book, Paco and Coco head back home so that Paco (and Coco!) can have dinner. Th...



  • Clean Your Desk!: Little Readers #21A Decodable Beginning Reader Why is Paco's desk so messy? He needs paper and his friend, Zita, is kind enough to give it to him. That still doesn't solve the problem. Zita shows she is a really good friend by h...



  • Coco está sucio: Little Lectores Book 10 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader Coco is a dirty, dirty dog. How will Paco and Zita clean up Coco? Coco may not like being washed, but he will be okay. This book introduces the new verbs, lava, es...



  • Coco is Dirty: Little Readers #10A Decodable Beginning Reader Coco is a dirty, dirty dog. How will Paco and Zita clean up Coco? Coco may not like being washed, but he will be okay. This book pairs with the Spanish version, Coco está sucio...



  • Cooking Dinner: Little Readers #16A Decodable Beginning Reader It's dinner time! Paco helps his mom make one of his favorite foods, paella! Tasty and nutritious, Paco is happy to help his mom cook.This book pairs with the Spanish version, Prepara...



  • Esconderme: Little Lectores Book 31 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader Paco and Zita play hide and seek. Coco thinks he should get to play too. Should Coco play hide and seek? It will be a fun game, no matter who plays. This book introduces the...






  • Escribe Paco: Little Lectores Book 24 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader It's journal time in Paco's class. Paco wants to write in his journal, but he can't remember what he did the day before. Zita helps him remember and his teacher encourages...



  • Este es: Little Lectores Book 3 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader Paco and his dog, Coco, are at it again! Is Paco a boy? Is Coco a dog? Paco and Coco play at different roles in this silly story. This book introduces the verb es and the phonem...



  • Go to Bed, Paco!: Little Readers #17A Decodable Beginning Reader It's time for bed but Paco doesn't want to go to bed. Is he tired? Maybe... Coco is tired so maybe Paco is too.This book pairs with the Spanish version, ¡Duérmete Paco!...



  • Good Night Paco: Little Readers #15A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco and Zita can play all day, but when evening comes, it's time to go home. In this book, Paco and Coco head back home so that Paco (and Coco!) can have dinner.This book pairs with...



  • Helping a Plant: Little Readers #30A Decodable Beginning Reader Zita has a plant that needs help. She brings it to her mom and tells her that her plant is dying. Zita didn't know that she was supposed to water her plant. Now her plant will grow! ...



  • Hide and Seek: Little Readers #31A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco and Zita play hide and seek. Coco thinks he should get to play too. Should Coco play hide and seek? It will be a fun game, no matter who plays. This book pairs with the Spanish ve...



  • The House: Little Readers #8A Decodable Beginning Reader Let's visit Paco's house. When Paco comes home, his first step is to look for Coco. Where is Coco? Right where he is happiest. This book pairs with the Spanish version, La Casa: Little ...



  • Jugar con Zita: Little Lectores Book 13 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader When Paco, Coco and Zita go to the park, they have lots of fun. Unfortunately, the things that are fun for Coco are not fun for Paco and Zita. Will they be able to teach...



  • Look! A Cat: Little Readers #5A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco and his dog, Coco, love to see their friend, Zita. When they all see a cat, Coco is the one most excited by the new visitor. This book pairs with the Spanish version, ¡Mira! Un ...



  • Music Class: Little Readers #20A Decodable Beginning Reader It's time for music class. There are fun instruments like the drum and the flute. Everyone can sing along. But, Paco! It helps when everyone sings the same song. Poor Paco! The class can...






  • Paco: Little Lectores Book 1 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader Meet Paco and his dog, Coco! In this short and silly introduction, Paco eats food and Coco eats food. What happens when Coco tries to eat Paco's food? Should Paco eat Coco's food? ...



  • Paco and Coco: Little Readers #2A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco and his dog, Coco, are at it again! Building on the first Little Lectores reader, Paco and Coco eat and are silly about it. Coco may get a little confused about what he is supposed...



  • Paco and Zita: Little Readers #7A Decodable Beginning Reader Poor Coco! Paco is not around. He went to the movies. Coco looks for Zita, but she went to the bank with her mom. Will Coco get to play with the people he loves best? Of course he will!...



  • Paco is Hungry: Little Readers #12A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco's stomach is gurgling and he needs something to eat! He and Zita work together to make yummy sandwiches. Much better! This book pairs with the Spanish version, Paco tiene hambre&...



  • Paco Writes: Little Readers #24A Decodable Beginning Reader It's journal time in Paco's class. Paco wants to write in his journal, but he can't remember what he did the day before. Zita helps him remember and his teacher encourages him to write a...



  • Play with Zita: Little Readers #13A Decodable Beginning Reader When Paco, Coco and Zita go to the park, they have lots of fun. Unfortunately, the things that are fun for Coco are not fun for Paco and Zita. Will they be able to teach Coco how to b...



  • The Pool: Little Readers #28A Decodable Beginning Reader Hot days are perfect for swimming in the pool. Paco and Zita swim, splash and play. Poor Coco, he does not get to go in the pool.This book pairs with the Spanish version, La Piscina: Li...



  • Presents: Little Readers #29A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco's family is getting ready for Christmas. Paco knows he should wait for Christmas morning to open his present, but he also really wants to find his present early. Can he show self-contr...



  • Recess: Little Readers #22A Decodable Beginning Reader Recess is for playing! Paco and Zita have fun during recess, but will a too-long line for the swings cut their playtime short?This book pairs with the Spanish version, Recreo: Little Lect...



  • A Sad Story: Little Readers #23A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco's teacher reads a new story to the class. It is sad. All of the kids in the class do not like the story. Why would she read them a sad story? Tomorrow will be a better day for Paco'...






  • A Snack: Little Readers #27A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco wants a snack. He has a good idea to drink some milk. He thinks Coco would like to drink milk, but that is not a good idea. This book pairs with the Spanish version, Una merienda: L...



  • The Soccer Game: Little Readers #26A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco gets to play in his first soccer game. He will run with his team. He can kick the ball hard. Even when he falls down, he can get back up. Will Coco help him play soccer? No matt...



  • The Store: Little Readers #11A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco and Zita go to the corner store. There may be lots of things they would like to buy, but they don't have any money so they wave goodbye to the shop owner and head home. This book pair...



  • There He Is!: Little Readers #6A Decodable Beginning Reader It's time for a game of hide and seek! Where is Paco? Where is Zita? This book pairs with the Spanish version, ¡Ahí está!: Little Lectores Book 6 This book is part of ...



  • This is: Little Readers #3A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco and his dog, Coco, are at it again! Is Paco a boy? Is Coco a dog? Paco and Coco play at different roles in this silly story.This book pairs with the Spanish version, Este es: Little ...



  • Time for School: Little Readers #19A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco and Zita are ready for school. Zita has her backpack. Paco has his lunch. The school day will bring lots of fun things, including music class. It will be a good day! This book p...



  • Time to Get Up: Little Readers #18A Decodable Beginning Reader It may be a beautiful day. The sky is pretty, the birds are chirping, but Paco does not want to wake up. Paco's mom needs him to get out of bed, and he will, but it might take a littl...



  • We Love the Zoo: Little Readers #25A Decodable Beginning Reader Paco and Zita love to visit the zoo. It is a long car ride away but it is worth a visit. Paco and Zita see parrots, elephants, and penguins. It is such a fun day at the zoo.This book...



  • What is That?: Little Readers #9A Decodable Beginning Reader What is that? A cat! There are three cats living near the house, a black cat, a brown cat, and a white cat. Coco and the cats are friends in this short, sweet story.This book pairs with...



  • Who is This?: Little Readers #4A Decodable Beginning Reader Who is this? It's Paco, Coco, and their friend Zita. Everyone has fun playing dress up and everyone has fun being friends. This book pairs with the Spanish version, ¿Quien es?: ...


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Katrina Streza has published 59 books.

Katrina Streza does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, Paco, was published in September 2023.

The first book by Katrina Streza, My Cat Is Fat, was published in September 2012.

No. Katrina Streza does not write books in series.