Young Readers: Level 2 — Multiple Authors

• Jun-1994
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After a picnic on the beach, Lolly, Sam, and Spider decide to tell spooky stories. Lolly's is an eerie story from her school book. Sam's is suspenseful, with an unexpected ending. But Spider's might be the scariest of them all!...

• Apr-1995
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• Sep-1995
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Level Two

Based on a classic tale, this story is about a teeny-tiny woman who goes for a teeny-tiny walk. She finds a teeny-tiny bone and takes it home to make some teeny-tiny soup. She may be teeny-tiny, but she's in for a big surprise!...

• Mar-1996
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Pal the Pony is the smallest pony at the rodeo! He's upset because he can't do what the big horses can do. But he discovers there is one thing he's better at than anyone else on the ranch.Reader Level 2: Level 2 is for Progressing Readers who can rea...

• Mar-1996
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Level 2. Puppy, Turtle, and Cat want to find out who stole the cookies from the cookie jar. This is a very basic mystery story for beginning readers....

• Apr-1997
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Lulu is a princess. She has everything--well, almost everything. Princess Lulu doesn't have any friends. Will she finally find a friend at Camp Ruff 'n' Tuff? Find out in this Level 3 reader!...

• May-1998
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Everyone is excited to stay up all night at the pajama party. But after pizza, movies, dancing, and ghost stories, it's hard to stay awake!Reader Level 2: Level 2 is for Progressing Readers who can read longer sentences with simple dialogue. These bo...

• Sep-1998
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When make-believe Princess Jessica throws a royal ball, she delivers invitations to her loyal subjects, picks out her best ball gown, and even loses her slipper. If only her sister wasn't such a royal pain!...

• Oct-1998
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Mr. Brown sells ghost books in his bookstore. But mice are scaring away the customers! Mr. Brown tells his cat to catch the mice, but she has other plans. After all, a ghost bookstore should be scary. Of course, it will be even more scary when it has...

• Oct-1999
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After her mom gives her a disastrous home haircut, a little girl is convinced she'll have to wear a hat forever. But a trip to the beauty parlor reassures her that she's not the first person to feel this way, and with a few snips from a professional,...

• Apr-2000
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Little Roy lives on a ranch. He can rope like a cowboy, and round up strays like a cowboy. But will he ever learn to "ride" a two-wheeler that is? This is a funny and very easy-to-read "yarn" for any young reader who dreams of the Wild West.Reader Le...

• May-2000
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A little girl proudly shows off her reading skills as she spends a day out on the town with her mom. Children are sure to be delighted as they read along with the narrator in ths fun, rhyming, easy-to-read story....

• Apr-2001
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Spring is here, and the Flower Princesses are having a party. But where is Princess Buttercup? She is in the woods and she is lost! Will Princess Buttercup ever find her way back to the magic garden? Find out in this easy-to-read book....

• Jul-2001
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Mischievous cats wreak havoc until their owners have had enough "Scat, cats! Go away! Shoo, cats! You can't stay." But the house is awfully quiet without those cats. Won't they come back and play? ...

• Aug-2001
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When Lucky's owner goes to school, where will Lucky go? Who will he meet? Find out in this fun-filled Level 2 reader....

• Aug-2001
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Someone stole the key to the Black Cat Bookstore! Lucky for the store's owner, Mr. Brown, his clever cat, Cobweb, is on the case. Cobweb has a plan to scare the burglar away, and the ghost who lives in the bookstore is happy to help. There's only one...

• Oct-2001
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• Mar-2002
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What a bad, bat cat! He tears the pillows, he eats the plants, and he even scratches the furniture. He just won't behave! But his family loves him anyway. The simple and repetitive text will provide new readers with a true sense of accomplishment whe...

• Aug-2002
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A silly twist on the classic winter holiday tale, this Level 2 reader is ideal for children who are ready to read. The school principal bakes a gingerbread cookie and brings it to school in his lunchbox. When the principal opens his lunchbox, the gin...

• Sep-2002
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Ms. Carey's class is looking for shapes in their school. Rectangles, triangles, circles, and squares are just a few of the shapes that they find. Hidden in the art of this Level 2 reader, children will find and identify all sorts of shapes!...

• Oct-2002
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2012 marks 110 years since Warne published The Tale of Peter Rabbit. In celebration, we are publishing limited editions of twelve classic tales with colorful covers, special endpapers, and notes explaining the history behind each book. The Tale of Be...

• Oct-2002
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Water is all around us. It is rain from the sky. It is a puddle on the ground. It is a place to swim. But that's not all. Water can change. Water can be ice cubes in your drink or steam from your bath....

• Oct-2002
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The Good Knight is on his watch when he hears a sound. Roar! Is it a dragon? A great big dragon? He searches the woods and finds a surprise. Three very little dragons are almost ready for bed. But who will read to them, tuck them in, and kiss them go...

• Mar-2003
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It's time for the cat show! But the cats need to be put into groups. Small cats and big cats? Cats with blue eyes and cats with brown eyes? Practice counting and sorting with this fun, full-color Level 2 reader!Reader Level 2: Level 2 is for Progress...

• Sep-2003
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Millions of Americans remember Dick and Jane (and Sally and Spot, too!). Now Dick and Jane and all their pals are back with revised editions of these classic readers for a whole new generation of readers to enjoy!

Go Away Spot
Dick said,...

• Jan-2004
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Look, Spot.  Look, Puff.  Look and see.  See Sally and Tim....

• Jan-2004
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• Oct-2009
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Perfect for Valentine?s Day!

Since Strawberry always does such sweet things for her friends, the girls decide to celebrate Strawberry by throwing her a party and giving her special gifts. But the only thing Orange Blossom can think to give Strawbe...

• May-2010
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The Tale of Peter Rabbit was first published by Frederick Warne in 1902 and endures as Beatrix Potter''s most popular and well-loved tale. It tells the story of a very mischievous rabbit and the trouble he encounters in Mr McGregor''s vegetable garde...

• Jun-2010
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Level 2. Ruby and Louise are playing with their new doctor's kit, and they want Max to be their patient. Max doesn't want to play the game, but will he end up being a patient after all?...

• Sep-2011
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Level 2. Madeline's puppy, Genevieve, is a very curious dog! She always has her nose to the ground, looking for tasty treats. In this delightful story, she finds some yummy things to eat - in the trash and along the river. "Pee-yew!" Madeline must gi...

• Feb-2012
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Strawberry Shortcake's pets Pupcake and Custard are missing. Young girls will love to read along as Strawberry and her friends go searching for them. This reader's simple vocabulary, easy-to-follow story, and clear illustrations are perfect for begin...

• May-2012
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In this original story, Buddy introduces readers to his friends and family on the Dinosaur Train. This Level 2 reader is perfect for young fans who are starting to read on their own....

• May-2012
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This 32-page Level 2 reader follows Batman as he teams up with superheroes from across the DC Comics universe to battle classic DC Comics villains. Based on "Batman: The Brave and the Bold," the popular Cartoon Network series targeting boys ages 6-11...

• May-2012
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Angelina scores the lead in her school play! Little girls will love reading aloud with this Level 2 Penguin Young Reader about Angelina Ballerina's adventures as the lead in her school's ballet. The easy-to-read text and vibrant illustrations brin...

• Jul-2012
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It's a busy day on Dog's downtown bus! Ride along with adorable animal passengers as Dog diligently drops everyone off at their silly stops. After a long day, and even a popped tire, Dog still loves his job. "Dog on His Bus" is a fast-paced Level 1 r...

• Oct-2012
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Will Watson be surprised? In this Penguin Young Readers Level 2 reader, it's Watson the Moose's birthday, and his friends are throwing him a surprise party! They set up food and games in Pinegrove, Watson's home. When Watson arrives, he is very su...

• Jan-2013
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This is the sweet story of a lonely balloon falling in love with a lively kite, and the adventures they share high in the air--flipping, dipping, spinning, and playing in the clouds. With bright and bold graphics, this accessible Level 2 reader, whic...

• Feb-2013
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This guppy is not your average fish. This guppy shops, mops, drives, and plays the drums...just to name a few! With playful, rhyming text and bright, bold, guppy graphics, this Level 1 reader is an exceptionally fun choice for both children and educa...

• Feb-2013
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Midge, Pip, and Dot are the hens of Loopy Coop Farm. They want to fly like Rooster Sam, but they just can't seem to do it, even though they try and try. With its surprise ending, short and punchy text, and Stoeke's hilariously expressive pictures, th...

• Mar-2013
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Poor Orange Blossom needs glasses! But she's worried that her friends won't recognize her (or like her!) in glasses. Strawberry is determined to prove Orange wrong, so she gathers all the girls together and they surprise Orange at the general store i...

• May-2013
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Scout, from the immensely popular Puppy Diaries, is entering a puppy parade! Scout is sure that when the awards are handed out at the end of the parade, she will win one of the important ribbons. Will it be for best behaved? Or most beautiful? Or fri...

• Jul-2013
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This colorful Level 1 reader follows the Small Potatoes as they take a ride on the Potato Train! Filled with adorable art, this reader is perfect for even the youngest Small Potatoes fan....

• Jul-2013
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It's Show and Tell day at school for the Berrykins! One little Berrykin doesn't know what to bring, so she asks Strawberry and the girls for their help. Nothing seems quite right until Strawberry suggests making a scrapbook all about friendship!...

• Sep-2013
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A blizzard might ruin a young girl's seventh birthday--her party is canceled when the electricity goes out! But a series of fun surprises and optimistic attutides makes this a birthday to remember!Reader Level 2: Level 2 is for Progressing Readers wh...

• Oct-2013
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Adam has a secret--his friends have to guess what it is. Miss Bindergarten has a secret too, and the whole class will be amazed at what fun she has in store for them! ...

• Jan-2014
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Meet the newly animated Peter Rabbit! Donned in his father's blue coat, Peter is as frisky and adventurous as ever. His mother has given him his father's old journal--full of adventure stories, secret escape routes, and empty pages for Peter to fill ...

• Mar-2014
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Learn all about puppies in this photo-filled book that captures all the charm of these adorable animals! This new nonfiction reader will teach kids how to take good care of their own puppy. ...

• Mar-2014
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Chip has dreamed about owning a dog since he was a baby. A dog would be his best friend, for he would teach it to sit, stay, fetch, and roll over. But Chip's parents refuse to buy him one. One night, Chip's dream reveals a deep truth about who Chip i...

• Mar-2014
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Woodward and McTwee are the silliest of friends. A bird and a hippopotamus could not be more different, but they love playing hide-and-seek and pulling pranks on each other. Join Woodward and McTwee for a ton of fun with two hilarious stories!...

• Jun-2014
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Emily and Vicky are best friends. They both wear yellow boots. They both like red hats. They play all the same games. Are they twins? ...

• Jun-2014
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Strawberry and her friends go to summer camp, and find a big surprise on their nature hike!...

• Sep-2014
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A Level 2 Reader based on the deep-sea adventures of the Octonauts! When the GUP-E runs out of battery, Peso finds himself trapped in an ocean trench -- the shadowy home of a big-eyed spookfish! Can the curious creature help the medic get back to bas...

• Oct-2014
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Famed photographer William Wegman and his iconic Weimaraners are headed to the farm! City boy Chip has been invited by his cousins to visit them on the Old McKay Farm. Chip learns how to plant a garden, mow the grass, and milk a cow. But it is har...

• Oct-2014
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Scout is ready for her first Christmas! It's Scout's first winter, and she can't wait for Christmas! She loves the shiny presents with their gorgeous ribbons, which look awfully like fancy tug-of-war toys! By the time Scout's through with them, th...

• Jan-2015
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A brand-new addition for Buzzbee’s family! Buzzbee and Rubee's new sibling Babee is coming home and the two of them compete to have Babee stay in their room. This level 2 reader is perfect for young fans welcoming a new sibling into their home....

• Mar-2015
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A story of an unlikely, but adorable, friendship! Pig lives on a farm with lots of other animals. All the animals have friends, but Pig does not. One day a new animal comes to the farm. Pug has a curly tail like Pig. Pug plays in the mud like Pig....

• Mar-2015
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Froggy hops into the Penguin Young Readers program! Froggy isn't the best at everything (like soccer or swimming), but he knows he has to be the best at something. Kids will love learning to read with one of their favorite characters, Froggy!...

• Mar-2015
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Pip, Midge, and Dot, the lovable, goofy hens of Loopy Coop Farm, are back in their third adventure. This time they wrestle with the age old question: Why do apples fall? On their way to their own unique conclusion, they are first scared silly, then e...

• Mar-2015
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Calling all cat lovers learning to read! Learn all about kittens in this fact-and-photo-filled book that captures all the charm of these adorable animals! This new nonfiction reader will teach kids about different breeds, how kittens grow, and how...

• May-2015
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Mo Jackson is a little boy with a big passion for sports. He may not be the biggest, the strongest, or the fastest player, but he won't let that stop him from playing! Mo is the youngest kid on the Robins, his football team. His classmates don’t...

• May-2015
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Meet Benjamin Bouncer! Best friend to Peter Rabbit and Lily Bobtail, Benjamin is the comic relief in the show. He's always hungry, the most timid of the trio, and yet the most loyal friend there is. Benjamin, Peter, and Lily are ready for another ...

• May-2015
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In this brand new, original Penguin Young Reader, Angelina Ballerina heads to ballet camp, but it's not as fun as she thought it would be! Luckily, Angelina finds a way to make the most out of her time there, thanks to some help from her mom! Little ...

• Jun-2015
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In the style of Mo Willems, Jonathan Fenske tells three humorous stories of two friends, Pig and Fox, and their shenanigans with a cardboard box (all of which involved Pig accidentally crushing Fox in the box). With comic art and simple language, thi...

• Jun-2015
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Frances loves to dance. She dances while getting dressed, eating breakfast, and even when brushing her teeth. But she will not dance out the door. When her teacher announces that the class will be dancing on stage in a few days, Frances is terrified....

• Sep-2015
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Ruby is trying to write a story, but Max only wants to play cowboy! Ruby can't even finish the first sentence of her story because Max keeps interrupting. Before long, Ruby realizes that Max may have come up with a great idea for her story: cowboys! ...

• Oct-2015
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Learn about teacup pigs in this fact-and-photo-filled book that captures all the charm of these adorable animals! This new nonfiction reader will teach kids about the breed, how to train them, and how to take good care of these unique animals. ...

• Nov-2015
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Ella and her friends are looking forward to picture day at school. It’s so much fun to get your photo taken! Belinda thinks everyone should try new looks, so Tiki takes her glasses off, and Ella wears something more stylish than her red hat. But in...

• Jan-2016
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Lulu loves her dog, Bingo. They do everything together: draw, run in the woods, and play with the Bug Squad. Join in the fun as Ladybug Girl and Bingo have the best day playing together! ...

• Feb-2016
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Mo Jackson is a small boy with a big passion for sports. He may not be the biggest, the fastest, or the strongest kid on the team, but he won't let that stop him from playing! Baseball season has arrived and Mo is all set to play with his team, th...

• Feb-2016
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Beginning readers will love to follow along as Angelina and her friends build (and re-build!) a beautiful flower garden at their school. ...

• Feb-2016
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One of the most well-known biblical stories joins the Penguin Young Readers program! This simple, easy-to-read story tells the centuries-old biblical tale of Noah and his ark. When God warns Noah that he will unleash a powerful rainstorm from...

• Feb-2016
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Based on a Max & Ruby TV episode, this is the perfect leveled reader to help Max & Ruby fans practice their reading skills. Max wants to play pirate, but Ruby wants to have a tea party and get dressed up. When Ruby can't find her Royal Princess Ru...

• Mar-2016
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Celebrate Spring with Strawberry Shortcake! Strawberry Shortcake and her friends throw a butterfly parade in this leveled Penguin Young Readers book! ...

• Mar-2016
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Hedge-Hedgey-Hedgehogs is a unique and adorable book perfect for young readers! Learn about hedgehogs in this fact-and-photo-filled book that is just as cute as the animals themselves! Did you know that the name for a baby hedgehog is a hogle...

• Jul-2016
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It's movie night in the park! Tiny and Eliot love summer. They play ball, swim, and go see a movie in the park. But when a cat appears onscreen during the film, Tiny doesn't know it isn't real. He barks and runs around, making a huge mess -- and s...

• Jul-2016
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This adorable book all about sloths is perfect for young animal-lovers! This fact-and-photo-filled book features one of the cutest and most unique animals out there--the sloth! Did you know that sloths sleep up to twenty hours a day? Did you know ...

• Oct-2016
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A Penguin Young Reader based on the popular Disney Jr. animated show Kate & Mim-Mim! In this book perfect for beginning readers, Kate learns a valuable lesson when her best friend Mim-Mim makes a wish to change himself in the magical land of Mimi...

• Nov-2016
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Learn all about hamsters in this fact-and-photo-filled book for young readers! Their tiny feet scamper across cages and sprint on exercise wheels. Their little noses sniff the air and their whiskers twitch as they stuff their cheeks with food. As ...

• Feb-2017
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The stars of Jonathan Fenske's 2016 Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor book, A Pig, a Fox, and a Box, are back! Pig and Fox are back -- and so are their shenanigans! Told in a silly three-part story, A Pig, a Fox, and Stinky Socks begins with a prank, wit...

• Jun-2017
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Based on the Disney Jr. animated series for preschoolers! Kate goes on the adventure of a lifetime in Mimiloo as Little Kate Riding Hood! This leveled reader is a sweet interpretation of a classic story that emerging readers are sure to love. ...

• Oct-2017
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This retelling of the classic children's story Jack and the Beanstalk stars loveable Kate and her best buddy Mim-Mim! This leveled reader is based on an episode from season two of the popular Disney Jr. animated television series. ...

• Oct-2017
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Learn to read with beloved bunnies Max and Ruby in this fun rhyming story! Max waves good-bye to his parents, boards the bus with Ruby, and heads to school with his book and lunch box in tow. There he sings songs, paints pictures, and even gets to...

• Oct-2017
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Go nuts for nuts with two silly squirrels in this giggle-inducing counting book from a Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning author and illustrator! Kids will laugh while learning their numbers with this rhyming leveled reader. From the very beginnin...

• Jan-2018
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These silly squirrels are feeling a bit too nutty! The same squirrels of We Need More Nuts! have been eating nothing but nuts ever since--and now they're sick of them! Nuts in milkshakes, nuts in stew, nuts in pancakes. How will they ever be able ...

• Jun-2019
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A Level 2 Reader based on an episode of Llama Llama's animated Netflix television series, perfect for little ones dealing with stage fright! Look out, world--Llama Llama is a TV star! The beloved character, made famous by Anna Dewdney's be...

• Aug-2019
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The first leveled reader featuring the characters from Mr. Men Little Miss! Mr. Happy and his friends are sailing across the ocean when pirates haul them aboard their ship. Will the Mr. Men and Little Misses adapt to pirate life, and will they fin...

• Jun-2020
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Someone is taking bites out of this book! And we have a feeling a certain mischievous goat has something to do with it... A goat is on the loose and is taking bites out of everything, even pages of this book! Join the fun in this story perfect for...