A Seed Grows
Level G,
nonfiction
A Seed Grows describes the life cycle of a plant, from a seed falling on the ground to the production of roots and leaves, and finally to the production of a new seed. The book ends with readers contemplating what will happen next.
Animal Eyes
Level G,
nonfiction
Animal Eyes gives the reader an up-close look at the eyes of some familiar animals. Readers are encouraged to guess what kind of animal has the type of eyes presented before moving on to the next page to find out. Photographs provide clues that help readers decode unfamiliar words.
Beanie and the Missing Bear
Level G,
fiction
Clare can't find her toy bear. Her big sister, Beanie, pitches in to help solve the mystery. In the end, the clues and the story illustrations lead the reader to the bear's hiding place.
Ants, Ants, and more Ants
Level G,
nonfiction
Ants, Ants, and More Ants is an informational book about one of the most well known of all insects--the ant. Readers will learn about different colors and sizes of ants, as well as different jobs ants have within the colony. Photographs support the text.
Gordon Finds His Way
Level G,
fiction
Anyone who has ever been lost will understand how Gordon feels on the first day at his new school. He knows he is supposed to go to music class, but he can't remember how to get there. However, Gordon's a resourceful little guy who asks for directions and then follows them! An easily recognizable problem together with a simple solution makes this an excellent book for introducing the concepts of problem/solution and direction.
Bonk's Bad Dream
Level G,
fiction
Although Bonk hopes to have a good dream as he gets ready for bed, he awakens later, shaking, after a bad dream about a T-Rex with long, sharp teeth. Readers discover how Bonk's friend, Snag, helps him conquer his fear of a scary T-Rex so that he has sweet dreams all night long.
Long Ago and Today
Level G,
fiction
Long Ago and Today is about a young boy named Adam and his great-grandmother. Adam questions his great-grandmother about what it was like for her when she was his age. Many things were quite different for her, but one thing was the same: they were both lucky enough to be well-loved.
Maria Joins the Team
Level G,
fiction
In this story Maria is asked to join a baseball team. She accepts the invitation and is excited about being a part of the team. However, at school her friend Amos gives her an invitation to his birthday party. The party is on the same day as Maria's baseball game. Maria has a decision to make. She must decide if she is going to be a good team member and play in the game or go to the birthday party.
Dogs at Work
Level G,
nonfiction
Dogs at Work introduces readers to the many ways that dogs are trained to help people. The book explains a wide variety of canine jobs, some of which are quite unusual. Illustrations support the text.
Places People Live
Level G,
nonfiction
Places People Live is about the varied locations where people choose to live, some of them odd and extreme. It also points out the different materials people use to build their houses. This is a photo book that proves to readers that these amazing homes really exist!
The Chase
Level G,
fiction
The Chase presents the familiar but exciting adventure of dog vs. cat. Students will enjoy the amusing action and adventure in this rhyming tale.
The Food We Eat
Level G,
nonfiction
Have your students ever wondered where pizza comes from? How about eggs or bagels? The Food We Eat gives a little background on some of the foods with which children may be familiar. This photo book teaches vocabulary while also encouraging readers to be aware that food comes from living things, not just from a case in a supermarket.
Whose Eggs Are These?
Level G,
nonfiction
This book provides a description of different eggs. Students are encouraged to guess the types of eggs as they are presented. They can then turn the page to find out which animal laid the eggs.
