Synopsis: With humorous rhymes, six lovable animals help Lloyd the llama discover what kind of animal his mama is. Full-color illustrations.

Synopsis: Madeline's fun-loving spirit and bold personality get her into the greatest adventures. In these five books she turns a trip to the hospital into a grand adventure, tumbles into the river Seine only to be rescued by a fearless dog, runs off to join the circus -- and that's just the beginning! Thanks to humorous, lyrical text, breathtaking artwork, and a spunky redhead named Madeline, these books have timeless appeal and perennial popularity.

Synopsis: Donatello thinks he can't fight Shredder's army with ancient weapons, so he builds a powerful robot. Is this new creation a friend or an enemy? This Nickelodeon Read-Along contains audio narration.

Synopsis: Rhyme follows rhyme as layer after layer of winter clothing ("bunchy and hot, wrinkled a lot, stiff in the knee, and too big for me!") is first put on and then taken off to the relief of the child bundled inside. Clever rebuses and jaunty illustrations make The Jacket I Wear in the Snow especially fun for prereaders and new readers.

Synopsis: In spite of tremendous odds, a ten-year-old boy and his dog are determined to win a dogsled race and the five-hundred-dollar prize.

Synopsis: "Dive into shark life with exciting photographs and illustrations. Includes famous sharks like th Great White and Hammerhead. Find out about sharks like the scary Goblin shark with its pop-out jaws and the Wobbegong with its shaggy beard. Sink your teeth into this amazing book." -- Back cover.

Synopsis: The only thing Tuck doesn't like about swimming lessons is the water. He worries that water might get in his ears and feel awful. Or it might get in his eyes! "You'll get used to that," says his mom. "Your eyes are waterproof," says his swim teacher. "I'm not going swimming," says Tuck. So no one is more surprised than Tuck when he heroically takes the plunge--and finds out he can get into the swim of things after all.

Synopsis: Walt Disney Animation Studios presents an epic tale of adventure and comedy with Frozen.When a prophecy traps a kingdom in eternal winter, Anna, a young dreamer, must team up with Kristoff, a daring mountain man, and his reindeer on the grandest of journeys to find Anna's sister, the Snow Queen Elsa, and put an end to her icy spell. Encountering mystical trolls, a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Everest-like extremes, and magic at every turn, Anna…

Synopsis: When Mr. Wuerst, the substitute kindergarten teacher at Merryvale School, drops his glasses into the frying pan one morning, he ends up wearing a dish towel to school instead of his scarf and he mistakes the class gerbils for fur caps.

Synopsis: In this charming P. D. Eastman classic, Mr. and Mrs. Bird's search for a "better" nest leads them to some peculiar spots. Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive…

Synopsis: The toys are back in town! Buzz Lightyear is a space ranger and Woody is a cowboy, but being different can’t stop these toys from being best friends. This all-new Step 2 Reader tells the tale of their everlasting friendship, just in time for the theatrical re-release ofToy Storyin 3-D!

Synopsis: A third baseman is sick with anxiety about whether or not to help his team by using his knack for knowing where the batter is going to hit the ball.

Synopsis: A poor woodcutter's children, abandoned in the woods by their father and stepmother, come upon a gingerbread house inhabited by a witch who likes to eat children.

Synopsis: Read about the special features and quirky characteristics that make up America’s patchwork in America’s 50 States. Full-color illustrations (including state maps and icons) and interesting trivia make it an easy and fun journey of learning! Did you know that one of the world’s highest suspension bridges is in Colorado? Or that Connecticut is home to the first hamburger? Each of America’s states has its own unique symbols, facts, history,…

Synopsis: The students in Miss Mickle's third-grade class enjoy a boat trip on the Connecticut River after a class discussion of ancestors reveals that Sidney and Ida both have connections to the sea.

Synopsis: A sweet tiger cub, padding softly on its paws across the ground. A little lion getting its head nuzzled by mama as they soak in the sun. Two young kangaroos—joeys—at play. An infant chimpanzee, clinging lovingly to its mother’s back. Nothing’s more irresistible than an animal baby, and with these magnificent photos, kids can meet the cutest ones of all, and their families, too. From two fox kits climbing on logs, to an adorable baby bunny, to a…

Synopsis: This is a simple but lively picture-book retelling of a very favorite nursery tale -- perfect for toddlers. Goldilocks visits the house of the three bears while they are out for a walk. She thinks the wee bear's porridge is delicious, but she doesn't like waking up from her nap to find the bear family staring down at her.

Synopsis: When people get hungry, they eat a meal. All animals and plants need water and sustenance to survive and grow. Animals get their energy from eating food, but plants have a different method. How Do Plants Get Food? exposes how plants get food and make energy through photosynthesis. Real-world examples are colorfully shown with full-color photographs and illustrations.

Synopsis: What does eating a waffle have to do with swinging a bat? Energy! Let food, wind, water, and sunlight show you the Power of Energy.

Synopsis: Differentiate text for: Approaching-one grade below, On-Level-at grade level Beyond- one grade above, ELL-English Language Learners. Each reader features a main selection accompanied by a paired piece with the same theme. Nonfiction titles are differentiated in readability but identical in design. Excite students with myths, legends, folktales, informational texts, and many more genres.