EXPLORE THE WORLD OF I CAN READ!

Introduce children to the wonderful world of reading on their own with I Can Read!
Widely recognized as the premier line of beginning readers, I Can Read! books are organized into color-coded levels. With hundreds of titles featuring award-winning authors and illustrators, and the most beloved character friends in the history of children’s literature, you can find books at every stage to engage and excite your child.

Paperback Edition
Size of Books: 21.5 cm x 14cm or 22.7cm x 15.2cm

Pete the Cat Series - 10 books (My First)
No of pages: 32 pages

From New York Times bestselling artist and author James Dean, Pete the Cat Series are My First I Can Read Books, which means it's perfect for shared reading with a child. New readers will love the easy-to-read format and groovy illustrations in Pete the Cat’s first I Can Read

1. Pet the Cat: A Pet for Pete
2. Pet the Cat: Snow Daze
3. Pete the Cat: Pete At the Beach
4. Pete the Cat and the Bad Banana
5. Pete the Cat and the Surprise Teacher
6. Pete the Cat: Play ball!
7. Pete the Cat: Scuba-Cat
8. Pete the Cat: Too Cool for School
9. Pete the Cat's Train Trip
10. Pete the Cat: Pete's Big Lunch

Pet the Cat: A Pet for Pete
Pete the Cat can’t wait to get a new pet! He gets a goldfish he names Goldie. Pete paints a cool painting of Goldie and now everyone wants a piece of it! But Pete doesn't have enough time to make one for everyone. Will Pete find a way to have fun painting Goldie and have time to finish his homework?

Pet the Cat: Snow Daze
New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings readers along for a fun, surprising, snowy adventure with Pete the Cat! In Pete the Cat: Snow Daze, school is canceled, and Pete cannot wait to play in the snow with all his friends. Imagine a day filled with snowball fights, hot chocolate, snowcats, and more.

But when the next day and the day after that are all snow days, Pete comes to a sudden realization—it is possible to have too many snow days.

Pete the Cat: Pete At the Beach
New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings readers some fun in the sun! Pete the Cat is one groovy cat at finding shells and building sand castles at the beach. But when it gets too hot, there’s only one way to cool off—jump into the ocean! Except Pete might be a scaredy-cat when it comes to the water.

Pete the Cat and the Bad Banana
New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings readers along for a hilarious ride in Pete the Cat and the Bad Banana. Pete the Cat bites into a bad banana and decides that he never, ever wants to eat another banana again. But Pete really likes bananas! Will a rotten bite ruin Pete's love for this tasty fruit?

Pete the Cat and the Surprise Teacher
New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings readers in for a big school surprise in Pete the Cat and the Surprise Teacher.

When Pete goes to school, he finds out his teacher is out sick and the substitute teacher is . . . his mom! It’s up to Pete to teach the teacher what school is all about.

Pete the Cat: Play ball!
Pete the Cat is ready to play baseball! Pete's team, the Rocks, is playing the Rolls. But when the game doesn't go Pete's way, what will Pete do?

Pete the Cat: Scuba-Cat
Pete the Cat is going scuba diving! Before he hits the water, Captain Joe tells him about all the sea creatures he can encounter, and Pete is super excited to see a seahorse. But when he is suited up and swimming around, he has to search high and low to find the little guy. In this aquatic adventure, Pete makes a new friend and gets a big surprise!

Pete the Cat: Too Cool for School
From New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean, Pete the Cat can't decide what to wear to school in Pete the Cat: Too Cool for School. With so many groovy options to choose from, Pete finds the perfect way to show off his creativity.

Pete the Cat's Train Trip
Pete the Cat is back in New York Times bestselling artist James Dean's beginning reader Pete the Cat's Train Trip. Pete can't wait to visit Grandma, especially because he gets to take a train ride to see her! The conductor gives Pete a tour of the train, and Pete gets to see the engine and honk the horn. Pete even makes new friends and plays games on board. What a cool ride!

Pete the Cat: Pete's Big Lunch
Pete the Cat makes one giant, tasty sandwich for lunch. But what's the fun in eating lunch without your friends? Young Pete the Cat fans will enjoy Pete's funny food creativity and Pete's joy in sharing with friends.

Biscuit - 18 books (My First I Can Read)
Pages: 32pages

1. Biscuit
2. Bathtime for Biscuit
3. Biscuit and the Baby
4. Biscuit and the Lost Teddy Bear
5. Biscuit and the Little Pup
6. Biscuit Finds A Friend
7. Biscuit Goes To School
8. Biscuit In the Garden
9. Biscuit Loves the Library
10. Biscuit Meets the Class Pet
11. Biscuit Plays Ball
12. Biscuit Takes a Walk
13. Biscuit Visits the Big City
14. Biscuit Wants to Play
15. Biscuit Wins A Prize
16. Biscuit's Big Friend
17. Biscuit's Day At The Farm
18. Biscuit's New Trick

Biscuit
American Bookseller Pick of the Lists
Snuggle up at bedtime or anytime with Biscuit, the very first book about everyone's favorite little yellow puppy.

It’s time for bed, but Biscuit doesn’t want to sleep! Before Biscuit gets into bed he wants one more snack, one more story, one more kiss. Will he ever go to sleep? Woof, woof!

This familiar bedtime drama is perfect for shared reading at bedtime and makes for a lovely gift to new parents. Children love the warmth of the Biscuit stories, which have helped introduce generations of boys and girls to the joy of reading.

Bathtime for Biscuit
Garden State Children's Book Award (New Jersey)
Woof, woof! Biscuit needs a bath!

Everything is ready for Biscuit's bath; everything except Biscuit! He wants to roll in the mud and play with his friend Puddles! Will Biscuit ever be clean? Join Biscuit in this bathtime fun-filled adventure.

Bathtime for Biscuit, a My First I Can Read book, is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it's perfect for shared reading with emergent readers.

Biscuit and the Baby
Woof, woof! Biscuit sees the baby.

Biscuit wants to meet the new baby. But the baby is sleeping, and Biscuit must be patient—and quiet! Join Biscuit as he meets his brand new—itty bitty—friend.

Biscuit and the Lost Teddy Bear
Whose teddy bear has Biscuit found?

Biscuit and the Little Pup
Woof, woof! Arf, arf! There’s a new pup in town.

When Biscuit finds a little pup in the park, he wants the pup to play with him. But the little pup won’t come over to look at Biscuit's ball or to chew on a bone. In fact, he won’t come out of his cozy hideaway at all! Is the little pup lost? How will Biscuit get the little pup to come out? Join Biscuit as he meets a new friend.

Biscuit Finds A Friend
Quack! Quack! What's that sound? Biscuit goes to see and meets a lost duckling. Biscuit helps the duckling find its way home, and then the fun begins. Woof! Quack!

Biscuit Goes To School
Garden State Children's Book Award (New Jersey)
Biscuit wants to go to school. He wants to go to class, have a snack in the cafeteria, and hear a story in the library. Most of all, Biscuit wants to meet the teacher! But dogs aren't allowed in school. What will happen when the teacher discovers Biscuit?

The little yellow puppy's adventure perfectly captures the excitement of a young child's first day at school!

Biscuit In the Garden
Discover the garden with Biscuit and his new friends!

Biscuit Loves the Library

Woof, woof! It’s a very special day at the library, Biscuit!

It's Read to a Pet Day at the library! There are so many fun things to see and do! Biscuit plays with story-time puppets, visits with friends, and listens to recorded books. Before he goes, a librarian helps him find the activity that he loves most of all. This joyful story will help cultivate a love of books and libraries in children who are learning to read.

Biscuit Loves the Library, a My First I Can Read book, is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it's perfect for shared reading with emergent readers and children who love the library.

Biscuit Meets the Class Pet
Hop, hop!

There's someone new at Biscuit's house--Nibbles, the class pet, has come for a visit. Nibbles likes exploring Biscuit's home and wants to play with all of Biscuit's toys. Biscuit isn't sure if he is ready to share with Nibbles, but soon Biscuit realizes that he likes having a visitor after all!

The youngest of readers will be delighted by the story of Biscuit's new friendship in this appealing, easy-to-read adventure.

Biscuit Plays Ball
Biscuit is excited to be at the ball game, but no dogs are allowed in the game itself. He doesn't just want to watch, though—Biscuit wants to play ball, too! Can the determined puppy find a way to join in the fun? Just right for the youngest of readers—and for anyone who has ever wanted to play along with the big kids—Biscuit's ball game adventure will prove supremely satisfying.

Biscuit Takes a Walk
Biscuit is walking to Grandpa's house, and he's having such a good time that he doesn't want the walk to end. But the little puppy knows that the only thing better than a walk to Grandpa's house is a visit with Grandpa himself!

Biscuit Visits the Big City
The city is a big and busy place for a little puppy-there are tall buildings, honking cars, and all kinds of new friends to make!

Biscuit Wants to Play
When Biscuit meets two little kittens, he wants to be friends. He wants to play ball and run around. But the kittens are having too much fun with their own games to play with him. Biscuit doesn't give up, though, and soon the kittens find out what a good friend he can be.

This playful story is just right for young readers who are busy making friends of their own.

Biscuit Wins A Prize
It's the day of the pet show, and Biscuit has to look his best. All his old friends are at the show, and Biscuit sees so many new friends that he can't sit still–even for the judge! The lovable yellow puppy's friendliness helps him win a big prize, and the hearts of his readers!

Biscuit's Big Friend
Sam is Biscuit's newest friend. Biscuit wants to do everythingthat Sam does. But it sure is hard for a little puppy to keepup with such a big dog!

Biscuit's Day At The Farm
Woof, woof! Come along, Biscuit!

Join Biscuit at the farm. Biscuit is going to help out on the farm today and can’t wait to feed all of the farm animals. He makes friends with the hens, the geese, and even an eager little piglet who wants to follow him everywhere!

Biscuit's New Trick
Biscuit doesn't want to play fetch the ball—until the ball lands in a mud puddle. Then Biscuit can't wait to show off his new trick!

Set 1 - 12 books (Level 1)

1. Captain Cat
2. Chester
3. Danny and the Dinosaur
4. Danny and the Dinosaur go to Camp
5. Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur!
6. Grizzwold
7. Mine's the Best
8. Mrs. Brice's Mice
9. Oliver
10. Sammy the Seal
11. Stanley
12. Who Will Be My Friends?

Captain Cat (48pages)

A patriotic feline, Captain Cat springs out of bed whenever the bugle sounds and he has more stripes than any of the soldiers. But most of all, this young recruit and his best friend Pete know what it really takes to make the army a home—friendship. ‘Hoff continues his string of hits.’ —BL. ‘Hoff has maintained his deft touch with a title that’s sure to appeal to youngsters.’ —SLJ.

Chester (64pages)

Chester, a wild horse who wants to be tame, comes to the city looking for a home. ‘Reading for fun: the artist’s sense of pacing makes this book race along.’ —Saturday Review.

Danny and the Dinosaur (64pages)

New York Times Outstanding Book

Danny loves dinosaurs! This brand-new edition of Syd Hoff’s beloved Danny and the Dinosaur is a special paper-over-board commemorative edition celebrating the 60th anniversary of I Can Read books for beginning readers. The book includes the complete original story and features a foil cover, an anniversary burst, and eight pages of bonus material on the history of I Can Read—including a timeline, origin stories of favorite characters, and never-before-seen early sketches! This beautiful edition is perfect for gift-giving.
When Danny sees a dinosaur at the museum and says, "It would be nice to play with a dinosaur,” a voice answers, "And I think it would be nice to play with you.” So begins Danny and the Dinosaur’s wonderful adventures together.
For Danny and his prehistoric playmate, even the most everyday activities become extraordinary, like finding a big-enough place to hide a dinosaur in a game of hide-and-seek. Kids will delight in Syd Hoff’s charming, funny illustrations as they read about how Danny teaches a very old dinosaur some new tricks.

Danny and the Dinosaur go to Camp (32pages)

Children's Choices for 1997 (IRA/CBC)

Danny's going to camp––and he's taking the dinosaur! First introduced in 1958 with Danny and the Dinosaur and the recent stars of Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur, this popular pair is together again in an adventure sure to please beginning readers and happy campers alike.

Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur! (32pages)

What would happen if a dinosaur came to a birthday party? Come to Danny's house and find out. His friend the dinosaur helps make this one party you'll never forget!

Grizzwold (64pages)

Grizzwold the lovable bear is having a tough time finding somewhere to live. He's too big for most places, and too clumsy for others. He's not even any good as a live bearskin rug! Will Grizzwold ever find a home that's just right?

Mine's the Best (32pages)

Two boys. Two balloons. Each boy thinks his balloon is best. What do you think?

Mrs. Brice's Mice (32pages)

Among Mrs. Brice's 25 mice, all but one do everything together. And this mouse's difference ‘comes in handy when the mice meet a cat, and while twelve run this way and twelve run that, this mouse runs this way and that, wearing out the cat and saving them all. The simple, gracefully repetitive text and bright drawings will make a preschool hero of the clever little mouse.' 'C.

Oliver (64pages)

Oliver has always wanted to be a dancing elephant, but what will he do when he discovers the circus already has enough elephants? Beginning readers will laugh out loud as they follow Oliver's adventures and find out how this elephant of unique charm and talent finally achieves his dream.

Sammy the Seal (64pages)

Sammy, the adventurous seal, leaves the zoo for the day and ventures into the big, busy city. Along the way he finds a school full of kids and new things to do—and he even learns to read! This I Can Read is perfect for Level 1 beginning readers.

Sammy the Seal by Syd Hoff, author of Danny and the Dinosaur, is a special paper-over-board commemorative edition of celebrating the 60th anniversary of I Can Read books for beginning readers. Eight bonus pages recount I Can Read’s history, including a time line, never-before-seen sketches, and origin stories of beloved I Can Read characters. This beautiful edition is perfect for gift-giving.

Stanley (64pages)

Stanley is no ordinary caveman. This makes the other cavemen so angry that they chase him away. But Stanley just goes on being different, and as the others soon see, different isn’t such a bad idea after all.

Stanley is a funny story with a timeless message. As Children's Book and Their Creators commented: "Humorously demonstrates how one noncomformist can make a tremendous difference to his society."

This Level 1 I Can Read classic by Syd Hoff, author of Danny and the Dinosaur, is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.

Who will be my friends? (32pages)

He likes his new room and his new street. The policeman and the mailman are very nice. But what Freddy really needs are friends -- and he looks everywhere until he finds them!

Set 2 - 13 books (Level 1 & 2)

1. Red Fox And His Canoe - Level 1
2. No More Monster For Me! - Level 1
3. Little Bear - Level 1
4. Little Bear's Friends - Level 1
5. Little Bear's Visit - Level 1
6. Little Bear and the Marco Polo - Level 1
7. Father Bear Comes Home - Level 1
8.The Fire Cat - Level 1
9. Harry and the Lady Next Door - Leve 1
10. There Is A Carrot in My Ear and Other Noodle Tales- Level 1
11. Buzby - Level 2
12. Small Pig - Level 2
13. The Adventures of Snail at School - Level 2

Red Fox And His Canoe - Level 1 (64 pages)

Red Fox wants a big canoe. And when he gets it, he's off to catch a million fish. But Red Fox gets more than he bargained for in his roomy new canoe -- a bear and his buddies, two otters, a raccoon and... soon there won't be any room left for Red Fox!

No More Monster For Me! - Level 1 (64 pages)

IRA/CBC Children's Choice
Library of Congress Children's Books

An enjoyable, funny way to address bedtime fears and scared-of-the-dark issues
Guess what's growing in the basement . . . a baby monster!
Minneapolis Simpkin is hiding it down there. But a monster is a hard thing to keep secret, especially one that hiccups and cries, and gets bigger every hour.
This Level One I Can Read is perfect for kids learning to sound out words and sentences. From the beloved creator of Amelia Bedelia, Peggy Parish, and illustrated by Caldecott medalist Marc Simont.

Little Bear - Level 1 (64 pages)

ALA Notable Children's Book

Meet Little Bear, a friend to millions of children. And meet Mother Bear, who is there whenever Little Bear needs her. When it is cold and snowy outside, she finds just the right outfit for Little Bear to play in. When he goes to the moon, she has a hot lunch waiting for him on his return. And, of course, she never forgets his birthday.
This classic from Else Holmelund Minarik and Maurice Sendak was written in 1957 and remains as beloved today as it was then. An ALA Notable Children's Book, this Level One I Can Read is full of warm and lovingly playful stories that are perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.

4. Little Bear's Friends - Level 1 (64 pages)

One summer Little Bear makes friends with a girl named Emily. But when summer ends, Emily must leave. Little Bear is very sad—until he finds a way to stay close to his new friend even when she is far away!

Little Bear's Visit - Level 1 (64 pages)

Horn Book Fanfare
ALA Notable Children's Book
Caldecott Honor Book

Little Bear and his parents are familiar to almost all beginning readers. And now beginning readers meet Grandmother and Grandfather Bear, whom they are sure to love as much as Little Bear does.
Like all children, Little Bear loves to visit his grandparents. There is always so much to do, so much to see, and so much to eat. His grandfather is never too tired to play (that is, almost never) and his grandmother tells him stories about Mother Bear when she was a little cub. Also, like all grandparents, the elder bears indulge their grandson more than his parents do. And Little Bear enjoys that!
This account of a truly perfect day will enchant beginning readers. Once again Else Holmelund Minark and Maurice Sendak have created a warm and tender world.

Little Bear and the Marco Polo - Level 1 (32 pages)

Since Else Holmelund Minarik's beloved Little Bear made his debut more than fifty years ago, generations of children have grown up with Little Bear by their side, delighting in his charming adventures and curious spirit.
Now Little Bear returns to the world of I Can Read in Little Bear and the Marco Polo—a story filled with imagination, warmth, and tender memories that Grandfather shares with Little Bear.

Father Bear Comes Home - Level 1 (64 pages)

New York Times Best Illustrated Book
ALA Notable Children's Book
Horn Book Fanfare

The children, parents, teachers, and librarians who so joyously welcomed Little Bear, the first I Can Read Book by this author and artist, will greet the return of these favorite characters with true delight.
Little Bear, his mother, and his friends have taken their places beside such other beloved animals of fiction as Winnie-the-Pooh, Peter Rabbit, and Mole. And now Father Bear—large, amiable, and completely fatherly—returns from a fishing trip and joins his family. Beginning readers will love reading about his marvelous homecoming. They will roar with laughter over his method of banishing hiccups, and they will agree wholeheartedly with his views on mermaids.
The popularity of Else Holmelund Minarik's I Can Read Books has been well established. Children reading Father Bear Comes Home will find that it lives up to their highest expectations.

The Fire Cat - Level 1 (64 pages)

Pickles the fire cat to the rescue!
Pickles is a young cat with big paws who wishes to do big things with them! When he's adopted by the local firehouse, Pickles works hard to be a good fire cat. He learns to jump on a fire truck. He learns to help put out a fire, and he even helps out in a rescue.
Beginning readers will cheer as Pickles gets his wish and finds something big to do with his paws. With sweet illustrations from author-illustrator Esther Averill, this Level One I Can Read book is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.

Harry and the Lady Next Door - Leve 1 (64 pages)

Harry′s had it!
The lady next door sings too loudly and too often, but every time Harry tries to stop her he gets in trouble. Can Harry solve the neighborhood′s problem before he′s sent to the doghouse?

There Is A Carrot in My Ear and Other Noodle Tales 64 - Level 1 (64 pages)

ALA Booklist Editors' Choice
Library of Congress Children's Books

Meet the silliest family in the world!
Grandpa Brown tries to hatch a baby horse.Mr. Brown shouts at his underwear. And Jane Brown grows a carrot in her ear (she planted a radish). Here are six stories to make you giggle and laugh.

Buzby - Level 2 (64 pages)

Buzby the kitten goes out to look for his first job and finds work as a busboy but he makes a few mistakes.
"His sweetness wins him the support of some VIP customers, who won't let management fire him when Buzby's errors become too public. Perky drawings back the story, which should appeal to children's strong sense of fair play."BL.

12. Small Pig - Level 2 (64 pages)

No mud!
Small Pig loves to sit in good, soft mud. When the farmer's wife cleans his pigpen, Small Pig runs away. In the city he finds a new mud puddle—but it is not full of mud at all. And now Small Pig has one big problem!

The Adventures of Snail at School - Level 2 (64 pages)

Library of Congress Children's Books

He really does. But something strange happens every time he tries: The water fountain turns into a tidal wave. The fire extinguisher blasts him into space. The music baton becomes a magic wand! Is Snail really helpful? Maybe. Is he good at having adventures? Yes!

Set 3 - 14 books (Level 2 & 3)

1. Big Max - Level 2
2. Days With Frog And Toad - Level 2
3. Frog and Toad All Year - Level 2
4. Frog and Toad Are Friends - Level 2
5. Frog and Toad Together - Level 2
6. Grasshopper On the Road - Level 2
7. Here Comes the Strikeout - Level 2
8. Last One In Is A Rotten Egg! - Level 2
9. Mouse Soup - Level 2
10. Mouse Tales - Level 2
11. Owl at Home - Level 2
12. Uncle Elephant - Level 2
13. Clara and the Bookwagon - Level 3
14. The Smallest Cow In the World - Level 3

Big Max - Level 2 (64 Pages)

"The world's greatest detective" follows the clues that lead to the King of Pooka Pooka's missing prize elephant. "The character of Big Max, a kind of miniature Sherlock Holmes, is well drawn in both words and pictures." —SLJ.

Days With Frog And Toad - Level 2 (64 pages)

ALA Notable Children's Book
Horn Book Fanfare
Library of Congress Children's Books

Frog and Toad enjoy spending their days together. They fly kites, celebrate Toad's birthday, and share the shivers when Frog tells a scary story. Most of all, they have fun together—every day of the year.
The classic Frog and Toad stories by Arnold Lobel have won numerous awards and honors, including a Newbery Honor (Frog and Toad Together), a Caldecott Honor (Frog and Toad Are Friends), ALA Notable Children’s Book, Fanfare Honor List (The Horn Book), School Library Journal Best Children’s Book, and Library of Congress Children’s Book.

Frog and Toad All Year - Level 2 (64 pages)

New York Times Outstanding Book
Library of Congress Children's Books
Christopher Award
ALA Notable Children's Book
Horn Book Fanfare
School Library Journal Best Book
IRA/CBC Children's Choice

In winter, spring, summer, and fall, Frog and Toad are always together. From sledding in winter to eating ice cream on hot summer days, these two friends have fun the whole year round!
The beloved classic Frog and Toad stories by Arnold Lobel have won numerous awards and honors, including a Newbery Honor (Frog and Toad Together), a Caldecott Honor (Frog and Toad are Friends), ALA Notable Children’s Book, Fanfare Honor List (Horn Book), School Library Journal Best Children’s Book, and Library of Congress Children’s Book.
This Level 2 I Can Read is geared toward kids who can read on their own but still need a little help.

Frog and toad are friends - Level 2 (64 pages)

Horn Book Fanfare
ALA Notable Children's Book
Library of Congress Children's Books
School Library Journal Best Book
Caldecott Honor Book

Celebrate the power of friendship with Frog and Toad—a Caldecott Honor Book!
From writing letters to going swimming, telling stories to finding lost buttons, Frog and Toad are always there for each other—just as best friends should be. These five adventurous tales are perfect for Level 2 beginning readers.
The classic Frog and Toad stories by Arnold Lobel have won numerous awards and honors, including a Newbery Honor (Frog and Toad Together), a Caldecott Honor (Frog and Toad are Friends), ALA Notable Children’s Book, Fanfare Honor List (The Horn Book), School Library Journal Best Children’s Book, and Library of Congress Children’s Book.

Frog and toad together - Level 2 (64 pages)

ALA Notable Children's Book
School Library Journal Best Book
Reading Rainbow Book
Newbery Honor Book
Library of Congress Children's Books

The beloved classic about friendship—a Newbery Honor Book!
Frog and Toad are best friends—they do everything together. When Toad admires the flowers in Frog's garden, Frog gives him seeds to grow a garden of his own. When Toad bakes cookies, Frog helps him eat them. And when both Frog and Toad are scared, they are brave together. School Library Journal called this story collection from Arnold Lobel "a masterpiece of child-styled humor and sensitivity."
Winner of the Newbery Honor award, Frog and Toad Together is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
The classic Frog and Toad stories by Arnold Lobel have won numerous awards and honors, including a Newbery Honor (Frog and Toad Together), a Caldecott Honor (Frog and Toad Are Friends), ALA Notable Children’s Book, Fanfare Honor List (The Horn Book), School Library Journal Best Children’s Book, and Library of Congress Children’s Book.

Grasshopper on the Road - Level 2 (64 pages)

Garden State Children's Book Award (New Jersey)
ALA Notable Children's Book
IRA/CBC Children's Choice
Horn Book Fanfare

As Grasshopper sets out to follow a road, he meets some unusual characters.

Here Comes the Strikeout - Level 2 (64 pages)

Hitting the ball is hard work, but after lots of practice and advice from his friend Willy, Bobby learns how.

Last One In Is A Rotten Egg - Level 2 (64 pages)

While his friends jump and dive and race in the pool, Freddy is left alone on the side. If he doesn't learn to swim, he will always be the rotten egg.

Available for the first time in full color, this engaging I Can Read Book is perfect for beginning readers and swimmers of every level.

Mouse Soup - Level 2 (64 pages)

IRA/CBC Children's Choice
Library of Congress Children's Books
New York Times Outstanding Book

Weasel is ready for his dinner, and poor Mouse is it. Can Mouse stop Weasel from serving up mouse soup for supper? The clever mouse tells the weasel four stories to make the soup tasty—then manages to trick the weasel and get home safely. This Level Two I Can Read is geared toward kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
From Arnold Lobel, the beloved author and illustrator of the Newbery Honor and Caldecott Honor award-winning Frog and Toad books.

Mouse Tales - Level 2 (64 pages)

Irma S. and James H. Black Award for Excellence in Children's Literature
Library of Congress Children's Books
Horn Book Fanfare
New York Times Outstanding Book

When Papa's seven little mouse boys ask for a bedtime story, Papa does even better than that—he tells seven stories, one for each boy!
This Level Two I Can Read is geared toward kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
This sweet bedtime tale is from Arnold Lobel, the beloved author and illustrator of the Newbery Honor and Caldecott Honor award-winning Frog and Toad books.

Owl at Home - Level 2 (64 pages)

IRA/CBC Children's Choice
School Library Journal Best Book
Garden State Children's Book Award (New Jersey)
Horn Book Fanfare
ALA Notable Children's Book
Library of Congress Children's Books
New York Times Outstanding Book

Welcome to Owl's Cozy home!
Owl lives by himself in a warm little house. But whether Owl is inviting Winter in on a snowy night or welcoming a new friend he meets while on a stroll, Owl always has room for visitors!
Arnold Lobel's beloved Level 2 I Can Read classic was created for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
The classic Frog and Toad stories by Arnold Lobel have won numerous awards and honors, including a Newbery Honor, a Caldecott Honor, ALA Notable Children’s Book, Fanfare Honor List (Horn Book), School Library Journal Best Children’s Book, and Library of Congress Children’s Book.

Uncle Elephant - Level 2 (64 pages)

Library of Congress Children's Books
ALA Notable Children's Book
ALA Booklist Editors' Choice
School Library Journal Best Book

A little elephant visits his Uncle Elephant, who makes wishes come true, tells amazing stories, and even trumpets the dawn!

Clara and the Bookwagon - Level 3 (64 pages)

Papa will not allow Clara to learn to read—he says that ‘Farm people like us do not have time to read." But when the traveling bookwagon, with persuasive Miss Mary at the reins, arrives at their farm, Papa realizes he must change his mind. Based on the true story of America’s first ‘bookmobile.’

The Smallest Cow In the World - Level 3 (64 pages)

Moving is not easy.
Rosie is the meanest cow in the world -- and Marvin's best friend. When his family moves to a new farm, Marvin is sad and lonely . . . until he finds Rosie again. But now she's making a lot of trouble for everyone. Will she and Marvin ever adjust to the changes of a new life in a new place?