Early & Emergent Readers

The Benson family is so busy preparing for their day at the farmers' market that they not only forget to feed the cow, they leave the farmyard gate open and the hungry cow follows them, making a mess of the market.

From hammering the first boards of wood to hanging the roof and the light, come follow along with Jack and Jill as they build a new treehouse!

Tells of seven soldiers who build a magnificent cannon and Drummer Hoff, who fires it off.

When he doesn't know what to get his mother for her birthday, Danny asks all the animals for advice.

A caterpillar reassures a worried bear that they will see each other again when the caterpillar emerges from its cocoon.

Despite criticism from others, a bear finds the perfect gift for his mouse friend.

Billy is a big boy who can do all sorts of things by himself. And when his parents tell him he is growing bigger every day, he starts to imagine what it would be like to be the biggest boy in the world.

A bird, a fox, a dog, and a squirrel overcome minor setbacks to have a very good day.

When Old Bear falls asleep for the winter, he has a dream that he is a cub again, enjoying each of the four seasons.

Convinced the sky is falling, Henny Penny and a band of gullible friends march off to tell the king, only to meet their end at the hands of a wily fox.

After the old woman cuts his tail off when he steals her milk, the fox must go through a long series of transactions before she is willing to sew it back on again.

Some people are a little bit strange or a little too loud, and just a little bit scary. But I bet, if you knew them, and knew their favorite things, you'd think that maybe, (probably) most people aren't so scary after all.

His behavior may be rather unconventional, but Pinkerton the dog proves it doesn't really matter.

Look! It's a book with a mouse and his house, a mole in a hole, a bike with a spike, and a big, fat cow that goes . . . KAPOW!

A group of animals is terrified at the prospect of being sat upon by the imposing Fat Cat, until the mouse comes up with a solution that satisfies everyone.

Little Tug may not be very tall or very fast, but when the big ships in the harbor need help, they know they can count on him to be there with a push, a pull, and a ride to safety.

Rows of stock cars are lined up on the track. The loudspeakers blare: "Ladies and gentlemen, start--your--engines!"

Is it a duck or a rabbit? Depends on how you look at it!

How do you learn what the world is like? Through your five senses! Every sound, taste, smell, sight, and touch.

While three bears are away from home, Goldilocks ventures inside their house, tastes their porridge, tries their chairs, and finally falls asleep in Baby Bear's bed.

When a wee little woman milks her wee little cow and leaves the bowl of milk on her wee little table, the situation proves too tempting for a mischievous wee little cat.

Martha is ready to do just about anything -- except say those three little words: I am sorry.

A little bunny bids goodnight to all the objects in his room before falling asleep.

Alfie's mother wants to get rid of his favorite red shoes he's outgrown. So Alfie is running away.

Clare and Mary do everything together. After all, they're best best friends. But on Mary's birthday, she gets a party, a shiny crown, and lots of attention--and Clare gets jealous. The best best friends get into a big, big fight. Only after Clare comes up with a way to make peace do the girls realize that between true friends, love triumphs over jealousy every time (even when it comes to crowns and cupcakes).

A little girl ponders what the future holds, steadfast in her determination to find out for herself.

Labeled drawings portray animals at the zoo.

Sometimes you get what you want. Sometimes you don't. This is a book about those times.

When Will finds a bird with a broken wing, he takes it home and cares for it, hoping in time it will be able to return to the sky.

Each of the birds has an egg...except for Duck. So when Duck finds a beautiful egg of his own, he's delighted.

When Kitten mistakes the full moon for a bowl of milk, she ends up tired, wet, and hungry trying to reach it. Does she get it? Well, no . . . and yes. What a night!

Fascinated by the colors, shapes, sounds, and movements of the many different birds she sees through her window, a little girl is happy to discover that they have something in common.

When a school bus gets stuck in the mud, Red Truck the tow truck saves the day.

Sitting in the kitchen of his grandfather's Chinese restaurant, Louie enjoys watching the chefs and waiters prepare and serve mouth-watering dishes.

Elliot lives in America, and Kailash lives in India. They are pen pals.Their worlds might look different, but they are actually similar.

Here's a book with something new - you read to me! I'll read to you! We'll read each page to one another - you'll read one side, I the other.

Very short fairy tales to read together (in which wolves are tamed, trolls are transformed, and peas are triumphant).

Explore the life of Canadian inventor, Elijah McCoy, the son of slaves, the "real McCoy".

When a father and son set out early one morning for a cross-country drive in their jeep, they see all sorts of vehicles and pick up diverse passengers along the way.

A child's new patchwork quilt recalls old memories and provides new adventure at bedtime.

Sometimes everything depends on letting a little boy...be a little boy.

Henry is a bit of a dreamer, then there's Chloe. This is the story of how one blueberry muffin makes all the difference.

The beloved children's story now in beginning reader format.

At first Titus the dog has trouble discovering exactly what his job is on the farm, but then a fox's approach to the chicken coop helps him understand how valuable he is.

A young cat is distracted by many things while getting ready for bed at night.

A cat that imagines life would be better as a dog recognizes, after some thought, the many advantages of being a feline.

One day, he found the thingamabob. He had no idea what it was or where it came from... So begins the story of a curious elephant and a mysterious red object.

A retelling of a traditional West African tale about a king who refuses to believe that yams, fish, and cloth can talk until his throne agrees with him.

Posy the kitten has lots of adventures catching spiders, swiping crayons, tangling yarn, and cuddling.

A Frankenstein would be the perfect new best friend. Maybe you could build one. . . . No! Wait! Whatever you do, Do Not Build a Frankenstein!

Itty Bitty, a very tiny dog, does all that he can to make a home for himself that is just the right size.

Aggie has to go to the vet, but it’s Ben who needs to be brave as he deals with a night without his best friend. When Aggie returns home, she is unable to play. Ben must do his best to take care of her and make her feel better.

It's not fair! All Little Owl wants is to go to bed at a reasonable hour, like his friends do. But no... Mama and Papa say little owls have to stay up late and play.

Little Oink is a neat little pig, but his parents will not allow him to play until he is messy, as pigs should be.

OK character enumerates a great many things that it enjoys doing, although not great at any of them, knowing that someday it will excel at something.

Illuminate all the possibilities a day offers: the opportunities and chances that won't ever come again.

A boy who loves trucks is disappointed when he receives a cat named Lola instead of a toy fire truck, but Lola proves to be a "trucker" after all.

Meet Brownie, a little girl with a flair for the frou-frou, and Pearl, her feisty feline sidekick! They’re heading out on the town for a birthday party, and the celebration is certain to be filled with friends and presents and games and treats. But when Brownie feels shy about ringing the doorbell, will Pearl be able to revive her stepping-out spirit?

A child explores the ordinary life of his extraordinary great-grandfather, as expressed in his topiary garden.

Piggie can't wait to go play in the sunshine. But will a rainy day ruin all the fun?

Gerald discovers that there is something worse than a bird on your head -- two birds on your head! Can Piggie help her best friend?

Despite pleas from his court, a fun-loving king refuses to get out of his bathtub to rule his kingdom.

Two twin girls, who have always shared everything, sleep in separate beds with their own blankets for the first time.

A girl who is Girlpie to her mama and Honey Bun Chocolate Dewdrop to her daddy savors the warmth and love of her family.

On a special trip to the supermarket, a young boy helps his mom buy what they need, including a few very special items.

Why'd I get the smaller half? Why don't you yell at her? Why does my team always lose? Why can't we have a pet giraffe? Because that's life.

Two dearest of friends celebrate Bear's birthday, have their first falling out, and take care of each other when Dog is under the weather.

Three sweet, funny stories about a stuffed bear and a frisky dachshund who happen to be best friends.

When Katie feels angry and out of control, her mother helps her to be herself again.

A young bunny wakes up to wonderful news: a snow day! School is canceled, and the morning and afternoon that follow are full of the games and excitement of snow.

Ling and Ting are twins. Remember, people can be very different, even if they look exactly the same.

Little people use BIG machines to make a GIANT birthday cake! Imagine it!

Ernest is a rather large moose with a rather large problem. He is so big he can't fit inside his book!

Follow Aggie and Ben on their adventures in doggie training, obedience, and friendship

Follow a circle of family and friends through the course of a day from morning till night while affirming the importance of all things great and small in our world.

When she notices several unattended, colorful eggs in the barnyard, the hen named Minerva Louise worries that they are abandoned and cold.

"It's a pillar," says one. "It's a fan," says another. One by one, the seven blind mice investigate the strange Something by the pond.

Lerch is the sassiest, snazziest fish in the tank, and he's got it all -- from good looks to a great sense of humour. The problem is, he's the only fish in the tank!

Eyewitness the hunting activities of various bugs, including the praying mantis, wood ant, and dragonfly.

Invites kids along on a day in a trucker's life and shows that many things we enjoy depend on the trucker's work.

Sit in the driver's seat of twelve great machines that rumble and tumble and go clinka-vroom vroom!

If Little Pea doesn't eat all of his sweets, there will be no vegetables for dessert! What's a young pea to do?

When a truck gets stuck under a bridge, it causes a terrible traffic jam that soon turns into a block party. When attempts to remove the truck fail, two kids, some balloons, and a dog save the day.

Ballet Cat is getting her friend Butter Bear ready for her big ballet debut. 'Leap, Butter Bear, Leap!' Ballet Cat prompts. But Butter Bear would prefer to just point her toe. When Ballet Cat keeps pushing, Butter Bear gets hungry, then thirsty, then sleepy. The bottom line is that Butter Bear would rather do almost anything to avoid making a big leap. Why? Because her bottom is covered in silly underpants!