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Biscuit (Readers) — by Alyssa Satin Capucilli

Biscuit (Readers) Series in Order: 28 books

  • Biscuit

    Woof! Woof! It's time for bed, but Biscuit wants to have a snack, and play, and hear stories. Will he ever go to sleep?...

  • Biscuit Finds a Friend

    For fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody's favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Biscuit is back -- and he's got a new friend! In this charming My First I Can Read book, everyone's favorite puppy Biscuit meets an a...

  • Bathtime for Biscuit

    For fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody's favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Woof, woof! Biscuit needs a bath!Everything is ready for Biscuit's bath; everything except Biscuit! He wants to roll in the mud and p...

  • Biscuit Wants to Play

    Can a little yellow puppy make friends with two kittens? Find out in this I Can Read adventure in the national bestselling series!   When Biscuit meets two little kittens, he wants to be friends. He wants to play ball and run around. B...

  • Biscuit's New Trick

    But Biscuit is too busy to play fetch. Then the ball lands in a mud puddle. Now Biscuit can't wait to show off his new trick!...

  • Biscuit Goes to School

    Go back to school with Biscuit and share the love of reading with your beginner reader! Biscuit can't wait to go to school! Even though no dogs are allowed, he is determined to see and do everything that takes place at school. But what will happ...

  • Biscuit's My First I Can Read Collection

    Read along with Biscuit!

    Let Biscuit introduce your child to the joys of independent reading. The little puppy's gentle nature and playful ways have made I Can Read� Biscuit books favorites with over a million emergent rea...

  • Biscuit Wins a Prize

    It's the day of the pet show, and Biscuit has to look his best. All his old friends are at the show, and Biscuit sees so many new friends that he can't sit still -- even for the judge! The lovable yellow puppy's friendliness helps him win a big prize...

  • Biscuit's Big Friend

    For fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody's favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Ruff! Sam is a big dog and Biscuit's newest friend. Biscuit wants to do everything that Sam does -- like running fast and fetching st...



  • Biscuit and the Baby

    For fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody's favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Woof, woof! Biscuit sees the baby.Biscuit wants to meet the new baby. But the baby is sleeping, and Biscuit must be patient -- and qu...

  • Biscuit Visits the Big City

    Everybody's favorite little yellow puppy visits the busy, bustling big city in an I Can Read adventure! The city is a big, busy place for a little yellow puppy. From gazing at the tops of tall buildings to chasing pigeons across crowded sidewalk...

  • Biscuit's Day at the Farm

    For fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody's favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Woof, woof! Come along, Biscuit!Join Biscuit at the farm. Biscuit is going to help out on the farm today and can't wait to feed all o...

  • Biscuit and the Little Pup

    For fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody's favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Woof, woof! Arf, arf! There's a new pup in town.When Biscuit finds a little pup in the park, he wants the pup to play with him. But t...

  • Biscuit Takes a Walk

    This playful puppy is on the way to Grandpa's house! "Biscuit is a charming little fellow." -- Kirkus Reviews   Biscuit is walking to Grandpa's house, and he's having such a good time that he doesn't want the walk to end. But the litt...

  • Biscuit Meets the Class Pet

    Hop, hop There's someone new at Biscuit's house--Nibbles, the class pet, has come for a visit. Nibbles likes exploring Biscuit's home and wants to play with all of Biscuit's toys. Biscuit isn't sure if he is ready to share with Nibbles, but soon ...

  • Biscuit and the Lost Teddy Bear

    "What's that, Biscuit?" Biscuit has found a lost teddy bear. But who does it belong to? None of his friends is missing a bear. Can Biscuit find the teddy bear's owner? The youngest of readers will enjoy following Biscuit's search to return the bea...

  • Biscuit Plays Ball

    The game is about to begin. Biscuit is excited to be at the ball game, but no dogs are allowed in the game itself. He doesn't want to just watch, though -- Biscuit wants to play ball, too! Can the determined puppy find a way to join in the fun? ...

  • Biscuit in the Garden

    Biscuit is excited to explore the garden. From the prettiest flowers to the smallest bugs, there's so much to see. And the little puppy even finds his own special way to add to the garden's bounty! With gentle humor and a sweet surprise, Alyssa Sa...

  • Biscuit Loves the Library

    It's Read to a Pet Day at the library! There are so many fun things to see and do! Biscuit plays with story-time puppets, visits with friends, and listens to recorded books. Before he goes, a librarian helps him find the activity that he loves most o...



  • Biscuit Goes Camping

    Biscuit can't wait to go camping! From tents and flashlights to frogs and fireflies, there are so many new things to discover when you're sleeping outdoors. But are those rain clouds in the sky? How will Biscuit go camping now? "Biscuit Goes Campi...

  • Biscuit Feeds the Pets

    Beginning readers' favorite little yellow puppy is ready to help his neighbor feed her pets! From guinea pigs and fish to kittens and puppies, each animal gets their own special food. Everyone wants to play, too! But what happens when playtime gets i...

  • Biscuit Flies a Kite

    It seems like the perfect day to fly a kite, until -- oh, no! -- the wind begins to blow it away! Join Biscuit, everyone's favorite pup, and his friend Puddles as they put their furry heads together to save the day. Woof, woof! Bow wow!...

  • Biscuit and the Big Parade!

    It's time for the big parade, Biscuit! The parade is here, and Biscuit can't wait to see the fire trucks, jugglers, and even clowns! But when will it be his turn to march? The sweet little yellow puppy proves that with a little might and a lot ...

  • Biscuit Loves the Park

    Biscuit is going to play in the big park. Wait, Biscuit! Where are you going? When Biscuit goes chasing a ball and at first doesn't come back, where could that little yellow puppy be? Young readers will love reading about all the fun things Biscui...

  • Biscuit's Snow Day Race

    Look, Biscuit, it's snowing! Snow days are snow much fun! Will Biscuit the little yellow puppy get to play in the sledding race? For the first time, everyone's favorite little yellow puppy stars in an I Can Read with a snow theme! Biscuit's ...

  • Biscuit and the Little Llamas

    It's spring on the farm. Join the beloved and bestselling little yellow puppy, Biscuit, as he makes friends with the piglets, the lambs, the chicks, and even the little llamas! Biscuit and the Little Llamas, a My First I Can Read book, is carefull...

  • Biscuit and Friends Visit the Community Garden

    Join the beloved and bestselling little yellow puppy, Biscuit, as he visits the community garden. Biscuit is available in Level One I Can Read for the first time! Seeds -- check! Shovel -- check! Biscuit and the little girl are ready to visit the com...

  • Biscuit and the Great Fall Day

    Join the beloved and bestselling little yellow puppy, Biscuit, on a great fall day! Biscuit loves Fall! He picks apples, jumps in leaves, runs through a corn maze, and even goes on a tractor ride! Woof, woof!A perfect companion to any fall day, ...

Series Premise

The series follows Biscuit, a playful, gentle little yellow puppy who is endlessly curious and eager to explore, often getting into small, innocent mischief as he goes about daily activities like bedtime routines, baths, picnics, school visits, or seasonal fun, always with his caring young owner by his side. The stories focus on simple, everyday experiences—trying new things, making friends, helping others, or overcoming minor puppy challenges—delivered in short, repetitive sentences that encourage early reading success while highlighting themes of affection, cooperation, and the comforting routines of childhood.

The series can be read in any particular order, as each book is a completely self-contained, standalone adventure with its own simple plot, setting, and gentle resolution. There are no overarching story arcs, character development that spans books, or required continuity; children (or parents reading aloud) can pick up any title—whether about Biscuit's bedtime, a snowy day, or a trip to the park—without needing prior context, making it highly accessible for emergent readers who may discover the books at different times.



Biscuit (Readers) Series Characters

Biscuit is the adorable star—a small, fluffy yellow puppy with big, expressive eyes, floppy ears, and an endlessly curious, gentle personality—who loves to play, explore, and snuggle, often responding with enthusiastic "Woof, woof!" or "Arf, arf!" to his young owner's words. The little girl (unnamed in most books) is Biscuit's loving, patient owner—a sweet, caring child who talks to him gently, guides his adventures, and shares in his joy and minor mischief, representing the ideal young reader and caregiver. Supporting elements include occasional friends (a duckling, other puppies, or classmates), family members (a mom or dad who appear briefly), and friendly animals or people who interact warmly with Biscuit. The cast is intentionally simple and comforting—focused on the puppy-child bond—with no antagonists or conflict beyond innocent puppy curiosity, emphasizing love, patience, and gentle discovery.

Setting of the Biscuit (Readers) Series

The stories are set in a timeless, cozy suburban or small-town everyday world that feels familiar and safe for young children—primarily the little girl's home and immediate surroundings. Key locations include a warm, inviting house with a bedroom, kitchen, and backyard; a sunny yard for playtime; a neighborhood park or garden; seasonal spots like a pumpkin patch, snowy hills, or a beach; and occasional outings to school, a farm, the library, or a vet's office. The illustrations are bright, soft, and inviting—pastel colors, rounded shapes, expressive puppy faces, and gentle details like cozy blankets, toys, and flowers—creating a nurturing, storybook atmosphere that mirrors a child's own home and world, making Biscuit's adventures feel relatable and comforting.

Tone & Themes of the Biscuit (Readers) Series

Capucilli's tone is gentle, cheerful, and deeply reassuring, creating a cozy, nurturing atmosphere that feels safe and encouraging for the youngest readers. The stories are lighthearted and positive—full of Biscuit's innocent antics, soft exclamations ("Woof, woof!"), and happy endings—with no real conflict, danger, or negativity. Repetition, predictable patterns, and simple vocabulary build confidence, while the warmth of the child-puppy bond and gentle lessons (sharing, trying new things, bedtime routines) provide subtle emotional comfort. Humor is soft and endearing, arising from Biscuit's puppy curiosity or small mishaps that always resolve sweetly. The overall vibe is comforting and joyful—like a snuggly bedtime story or a sunny playdate—offering pure, wholesome delight that celebrates curiosity, kindness, and the simple pleasures of being a puppy (or a child) in a loving world.

The Biscuit series remains a timeless treasure in early childhood literature, where Alyssa Satin Capucilli and Pat Schories create an irresistible world of gentle adventures that introduce millions of young readers to the magic of books, friendship, and the special love between a child and their puppy. With its simple words, repetitive comfort, and heartwarming illustrations, the books build reading confidence while celebrating curiosity, kindness, and the everyday joys of puppy life. Perfect for bedtime, storytime, or first independent reading, the series offers endless warmth and encouragement—proving that even the smallest puppy can inspire the biggest smiles and the earliest love of reading, one "Woof, woof!" at a time.



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