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The Berenstain Bears: Kindness Counts

Written by Jan & Mike Berenstain
These easy-to-read Berenstain beginner books introduce young readers to the beloved Berenstain Bears characters and the "do good, feel good" messages in their stories. In this book, kindness is taught and modeled for the younger Berenstain Bears!
Pre-K - 2nd
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What Will We Build Today?

Written by Katherine Durgin-Bruce and Illustrated by Mike Byrne
Pretend play is key for these characters who show readers how easy it is to turn everyday household objects into fantastic, creative playscapes.
Pre-K - 2nd
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What Do We Do With All This Stuff?

Written by Anna W. Bardaus and Illustrated by Mike Byrne
RIF Summer Camp: Artistic Avenues Badge. Did you know that a pile of stuff around your house can turn into absolutely anything you want it to be?
Pre-K - 1st
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Bugs! (Rookie Reader)

Written by Patricia & Fred McKissack & Mike Cressy
A fun look at BUGS!
K - 2nd
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The Berenstain Bears—I Can Read Book!: The Berenstain Bears' Sleepover

Written by Jan & Mike Berenstain
These easy-to-read Berenstain beginner books introduce young readers to the beloved Berenstain Bears...
K - 1st
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The Principal from the Black Lagoon

The Principal from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler and Illustrated by Jared Lee

It's another scary day at the Black Lagoon. . . . Hubie has been sent to the principal's office, and...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Bully from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler
Hubie has heard there's a new kid in school. His name is Butch Pounder, and he's rumored to be a...
1st - 3rd
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The Teacher from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler
On the first day of school, a boy falls asleep and dreams that he is assigned to Mrs. Green's class...
1st - 3rd
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The Class from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler
It's another scary day at the Black Lagoon, especially for the new teacher, Mrs. Green. She's...
1st - 2nd
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The Gym Teacher from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler
There's a new gym teacher transferring over from the junior high, and Hubie is worried. The junior...
1st - 3rd
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Ellie

Written by Mike Wu

The zoo is closing!

Ellie and her friends want to save their home, but Ellie's just a baby elephant...

Pre-K - 1st
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The Berenstain Bears Gone Fishin'! (I Can Read Level 1)

Written by Mike Berenstain
Papa Bear is thrilled to take Brother, Sister, and Honey fishing. Finally, he can share with them...
Pre-K - 2nd
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The Berenstain Bears Are Superbears! (I Can Read Level 1)

Written by Mike Berenstain
When Brother, Sister, and Honey Bear pretend to be their favorite superhero characters, the whole...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Don't Be Late!

Written by Libby Brereton and Illustrated by Chris Vallo
Mom, Dan, Ben, and Mike have to leave at eight. Will they be ready in time?
K - 2nd
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The Berenstain Bears' Family Reunion (I Can Read! Level 1)

Written by Mike Berenstain

The Bears are having a family reunion, and all their relatives are invited. The tree house is ready...

Pre-K - 2nd
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The Berenstain Bears Dinosaur Dig

Written by Jan & Mike Berenstain and Illustrated by Mike Berenstain
Wanting to learn more after visiting a dinosaur museum, Brother and Sister journey to the site of a...
Pre-K - 2nd
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Eagle Doesn't Give Up

Written by Aldo Paltlan and Illustrated by Mike Martell
Getting a kite airborne is harder than it looks! Eagle practices perseverance with high-flying...
K - 3rd
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Little Elliot Big City

Written by Curato and Mike and Illustrated by Curato
Now available in board book! Little Elliot, the polka-dotted elephant, is about to find out that...
Pre-K - 2nd
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Little Elliot Big Family

Written by Curato and Mike and Illustrated by Curato
When Mouse heads off to a family reunion, Little Elliot decides go for a walk. As he explores each...
Pre-K - 2nd
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Little Elliot Big Fun

Written by Curato and Mike and Illustrated by Curato
In this third story of Little Elliot and Mouse, the friends head off in search of adventure . ....
Pre-K - 2nd
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The Berenstain Bears Come Clean for School

Written by Jan Berenstain and Illustrated by Mike Berenstain
Germs are everywhere! With everyone coughing and spluttering around them, Brother and Sister...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Why Should I Eat Well?

Written by Claire Llewellyn and Illustrated by Mike Gordon
Boys and girls discover the importance of eating sensibly and keeping to a balanced diet. They learn...
Pre-K - 3rd

Wild About Reading

Extend reading and learning fun after a trip to the zoo with these activity ideas.

Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel: Word Search

After reading Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel by Virginia Lee Burton use this printable and...

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