How to Bake an Apple Pie by Jean Reagan (part of the Step into Reading series) is a delightful, easy-to-read story tailored for kindergarteners and young early readers. The narrative follows a young child and their grandfather on a fun autumn mission to surprise Grandma with her favorite treat: a freshly baked apple pie. Written in simple, engaging sentences with basic vocabulary, the story gui…
This Makes Me Happy: Dealing With Feelings by Courtney Carbone (a Step 2 Step into Reading book illustrated by Hilli Kushnir) is a vibrant, accessible picture book tailored for kindergarten students and early readers. The story gently introduces young children to the concept of emotional literacy and self-awareness by exploring what happiness feels like and the simple activities that bring joyâ…
In this engaging Cat in the Hat Knows A Lot About That! beginner science reader, Sally and Nick learn how to take care of a sick tree with the help of the Cat in the Hat and Dr. Twiggles, a friendly tree doctor. Through colorful illustrations and simple text suitable for young children, readers discover how trees live, how roots absorb water, and what trees need to stay healthy. This picture bo…
Meet Shimmer and Shine! is an early reader book written by Mary Tillworth, illustrated by any designated Nickelodeon artist team, and published by Random House under the Step into Reading series (Step 2: Reading with Help). Based on the popular Nickelodeon animated series, the book introduces young children to twin genies-in-training, Shimmer and Shine, along with their human best friend Leah a…
Chicks! is an educational early science reader written by Sandra Horning, illustrated by Jon Goodell, and published by Random House under the Step into Reading series (Step 1: Ready to Read - A Science Reader). The book introduces young children to the life cycle and care of farm chickens, following a family as they receive baby chicks, feed them, build a coop, and watch them grow into full-gro…
Duck & Goose: A Gift for Goose is a heartwarming early reader written and illustrated by Tad Hills, published by Random House under the Step into Reading series (Step 1: Ready to Read). The story follows the beloved feathered friends Duck and Goose as Duck sets out to surprise Goose with a special present. Through simple narrative prose, repetitive sentence structures, and gentle, colorful illu…
Aaron Is a Good Sport is a humorous early reader written and illustrated by P. D. Eastman, published by Random House under the Step into Reading series (Step 1: Ready to Read). The story features Aaron the Alligator as he tries his hand at various sports and outdoor activities, encountering amusing challenges and silly mishaps along the way. Despite the obstacles, Aaron maintains an optimistic …
Ducks Go Vroom is a lively, rhyming early reader picture book written by Jane Kohuth, illustrated by Viviana Garofoli, and published by Random House under the Step into Reading series (Step 1: Ready to Read). The story follows three cheerful ducks who pile into a shiny red car and zoom off on a noisy, action-packed road trip to visit Auntie Duck. Featuring catchy rhythm, vibrant illustrations, …
This Makes Me Scared: Dealing with Feelings is a supportive social-emotional learning reader written by Courtney Carbone, illustrated by Hilli Kushnir, and published by Random House under the Step into Reading series (Step 2: Reading with Help). The book explores the concept of fear and anxiety from a child's perspective, illustrating common scenarios that might make young children feel scared,…
Dolphins is an engaging non-fiction science reader written by Melissa Stewart and published by National Geographic Children's Books under the National Geographic Kids Readers series (Level 2). The book provides an accessible overview of dolphins, exploring their physical characteristics, swimming abilities, echolocation, communication methods, diet, and social behaviors within pods. Accompanied…