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Fishing in Magic Lake

Laurie Friedman (author) Jennica Lounsbury (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039652262

Elements of magical realism turn a grandmother/grandson day of fishing into an extraordinary experience. When this duo casts out their lines, they catch some fish and a snapping turtle. But with a little time and patience, they catch all sorts of unexpected things in Magic Lake--rollerblades, fuzzy slippers, a fire-breathing dragon, and a ferry that takes them to faraway places. The young boy learns that life is an adventure filled with the magic of possibility.

Olive and Charlotte

Laurie Friedman (author) Asma Enayeh (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039652231

In this charming tale of two princess sisters, Charlotte is a perfect princess and Olive is, well, just Olive. She tries to be more like her older sister, but despite Olive's best efforts, she always seems to fall short. Will Olive ever shine like Charlotte? Readers will root for loveable Olive on her journey toward self-acceptance.

Cows in the House

Laurie Friedman (author) Anna Laera (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039652224

Maggie loves living on a farm, but she isn't happy when the cows move into her cozy house. They cook in her kitchen, play dress-up in her closet, take bubble baths in her tub, and have no interest in leaving! Can Maggie find a way to get the cows to go? In this humorous rhyming picture book, Maggie shows readers that anything is possible with a little out-of-the-box thinking.

Screws Are Machines

Douglas Bender (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650565

This book introduces early readers to screws and how we use them every day. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading!

Wedges Are Machines

Douglas Bender (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650572

This book introduces early readers to wedges and how we use them every day. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading!

Wheels and Axles Are Machines

Douglas Bender (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650589

This book introduces early readers to wheels and axles and how we use them every day. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading!

Pulleys Are Machines

Douglas Bender (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650541

This book introduces early readers to pulleys and how we use them every day. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading!

Scared to Leave the Ground

Amy Culliford, John Joseph (author) John Joseph (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039651029

There are a lot of things that scare Goose--loud noises, darkness…and trying new things! When Goose realizes that telling someone can help you feel less scared, Phoenix flies in and helps a friend in need!

Inclined Planes Are Machines

Douglas Bender (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650558

This book introduces early readers to inclined planes and how we use them every day. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading!

Levers Are Machines

Douglas Bender (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650534

This book introduces early readers to levers and how we use them every day. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading!

Happy to Be Your Friend

Amy Culliford, John Joseph (author) John Joseph (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650985

Whenever Goose is feeling down, his best friend Phoenix finds ways to cheer him up! Goose is happy to have a friend like Phoenix. Phoenix is also happy that he could help his friend.

Jealous of Feathers

Amy Culliford, John Joseph (author) John Joseph (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650992

Phoenix has perfect feathers and can fly really fast. Goose has messy feathers, and flies really slow. When Phoenix realizes how Goose feels, he helps Goose realize how great he is in his own way!

Lonely Without a Flock

Amy Culliford, John Joseph (author) John Joseph (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039651012

Goose sees how popular Phoenix is--always surrounded by other birds. Phoenix sees Goose with his flock, and wishes he had a family like them. They soon realize they don't have to be lonely if they have a friend in each other!

Embarrassed by My Squawk 

Amy Culliford, John Joseph (author) John Joseph (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650978

Everyone loves to hear Phoenix sing, but Goose just lets out a big squawk. This makes Goose turn red. Phoenix lets him in on a little secret--everyone feels embarrassed sometimes! Goose realizes that having a friend means he doesn't have to feel embarrassed alone.

Bored as a Bird

Amy Culliford, John Joseph (author) John Joseph (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039651005

When Goose is bored, Phoenix likes to find all the ways they can have fun! They soon realize that sometimes all you need is a friend to be bored with, and you'll have fun no matter what you are doing!

Today I'll Bee a Bus Driver!

Amy Culliford, John Joseph (author) John Joseph (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427153913

I want to BEE a bus driver when I grow up! Follow a day in the life of a bus driver as a curious bee imagines what it would be like. Using simple sentences to help build confidence, this book is perfect for emerging readers! Included is a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests engaging reading and writing prompts.

Someday I Could Bee a Pilot!

Amy Culliford, John Joseph (author) John Joseph (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427153906

Becoming a pilot would BEE the bee's knees! Learn all about what a pilot does alongside a curious bee. Easy-to-read sentences and colorful illustrations help early readers practice their reading skills. This book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests engaging reading and writing prompts.

My Body Has Eyes

Amy Culliford (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650480

This book introduces early readers to eyes. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading!

My Body Has Legs and Feet

Amy Culliford (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650503

This book introduces early readers to legs and feet. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading!

My Body Has Ears

Amy Culliford (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650473

This book introduces early readers to ears. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading!

Maybe I'll Bee a Doctor!

Amy Culliford, John Joseph (author) John Joseph (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427153890

What do you want to BEE when you grow up? How about a doctor! Simple sentences and colorful illustrations help early readers practice their reading skills, while learning all about what a doctor does! Includes a page for caregivers with creative reading and writing prompts.

I Wannabee a Firefighter!

Amy Culliford, John Joseph (author) John Joseph (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427153883

Discover what it takes to BEE a firefighter as you read all about a bee who believes he could be one! Early readers will enjoy building confidence in their reading skills with simple sentences alongside colorful illustrations. Included is a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests creative writing and reading prompts.

My Body Has Arms and Hands

Amy Culliford (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650510

This book introduces early readers to arms and hands. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading!

My Body Has a Nose

Amy Culliford (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039650527

This book introduces early readers to noses. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading!

I Could Bee a Teacher!

Amy Culliford, John Joseph (author) John Joseph (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427153876

I believe I can BEE anything when I grow up - like a helpful teacher! With colorful illustrations and easy-to-read text, early readers will enjoy building confidence in their reading while learning all about teachers! This book also includes a page for caregivers that suggests engaging reading and creative writing prompts.