Independence Day
Level L,
fiction
The little Hoppers are very excited to set off fireworks for Independence Day. But Mother and Papa Hopper know that fireworks are not safe for young rabbits. Although the Hoppers are disappointed, they are soon happy again when Grandpa Grizzly suggests they have a picnic in the woods--a picnic with a very special surprise at the end.
Introducing Planet Earth
Level L,
nonfiction
Introducing Planet Earth provides a basic introduction to facts pertaining to Earth, including how Earth supports life, how the seasons occur, and how day becomes night. Physical attributes are defined, such as continents, equator, latitude, longitude, and axis tilt. Illustrations support the text.
Wonderful Winter
Level L,
fiction
Wonderful Winter is a story about Elton, who enjoys being outside and is unhappy that winter has come. He is sad that he cannot swim, hike, or ride his bike anymore. It seems as though nobody can talk him out of his grumpiness until his next-door neighbor, Penelope, invites him to play in the snow with her. He realizes that snowshoeing, sledding, and building snow people can be just as fun as his favorite summertime activities. Illustrations support the text.
Valentine's Day
Level L,
fiction
None of the Hoppers except for Snubby Nose seem to know why February 14th is a special day. The other Hoppers wonder what the big day is all about until they find their presents from Cupid. Snubby Nose is missing on Valentine's Day, but he comes home with a surprise for Grandpa Grizzly.
Noise in the Night
Level L,
fiction
Noise in the Night is about two boys who love to play in a tent they have set up in the backyard. One night, they decide to sleep in the tent for the first time. They awaken suddenly to a loud noise but are unable to identify its source until they search the tent next to them. The story ending will amuse children.
The 100th Day Project
Level L,
fiction
The 100th Day Project is a story about a young girl who is assigned a special homework project for the 100th day of school. Leticia needs to fill a large piece of paper with 100 things. However, she doesn't want to fill her paper with just anything; she wants it to be special. Her mother and brother help her come up with something fantastic, and it becomes the favorite project of the class. Illustrations support the text.
Sign language and Hand Talk
Level L,
nonfiction
Sign Language and Hand Talk introduces readers to the ways people and other animals communicate with their hands. The text, photos, and illustrations explain how deaf people, babies, and other animals communicate with their hands. Students also learn about the history of sign language and about famous people who have used sign language.
Smelly Clyde
Level L,
fiction
Smelly Clyde is about a dog named Clyde who loves the smell of manure. One day he runs to Farmer Brown's farm and rolls and rolls in the manure of different animals. When Clyde goes home at the end of the day, he sniffs another odor, one he doesn't like. It's soap! Whimsical illustrations support the text.
World Holidays
Level L,
nonfiction
People all over the world celebrate holidays with both similar and unique traditions. Many people celebrate holidays by preparing and eating food, playing games, and telling stories. In this informational text, students learn about seven holidays from around the world and how each one is celebrated.
Jessica Loves Soccer
Level L,
fiction
Jessica Loves Soccer is a story about being a female in male territory. The young heroine faces the usual gender obstacles but in the end is acknowledged as being a good soccer player, even by her brothers.
Insect Life Cycle
Level L,
nonfiction
Have you ever wondered how a caterpillar turns into a butterfly or how many insects there are in the world? If so, then you must read Insect Life Cycle. This introductory text is appropriate for children who want to do research on insects. You can also introduce children to the concepts of chapters, main ideas, supporting details, a table of contents, and an index.
Crocs and Gators
Level L,
nonfiction
Crocs and Gators is a factual text that provides information about crocodilians. It describes their physical characteristics, habitats, and eating habits, as well as the four main types of crocodilians. The book also discusses why some crocodilians are becoming endangered and what is being done to save them.
Ancient Egypt
Level L,
nonfiction
The people of ancient Egypt lived on the banks of the Nile River and had unique beliefs about death. An introduction to the pyramids and their place in Egyptian culture gives readers an overview of life in ancient Egypt.
